How to connect NI9205 with PEM Fuel Cell

[ANMA00]

Hi, 

I am relatively new at using the NI9205 and also the LabView program. My question is, I would like to measure voltage and current of PEM fuel cell that is connected to an electronic load. Can anyone point me on the right direction on how and where can I start? I have read through the Getting Started Guide but I could not find more detailed manual on how can I run the NI9205 and LabView side by side.

Any help is greatly appreciated.

[_Bryan · Accepted solution]

In LabVIEW go to help >  Find Examples.  Then if you browse according to Task, go to Hardware Input and Output > DAQmx >Analog Measurements.  There will be examples of how to take current and voltage measurements.  The examples will come in handy when trying to figure out how to do things.  And realize that to read current you will need a resistor that will turn the current into a voltage the DAQ will read.

You will have to read the manual for your fuel cell on where you will need to connect to for your readings.

On the main LabVIEW forum page there are links to training resources as well.  If your company recently purchased LabVIEW or have a service contract there are free online training classes.

[ANMA00]

Thank you so much for your pointers! I will explore further. 🙂