KinetiCore Temperature Data Acquisition System

Professional 36-Channel Thermocouple Logger

Product Overview

The KinetiCore Temperature Data Acquisition System is a complete, turnkey solution for high-precision multi-channel temperature monitoring. Combining industrial-grade hardware with intuitive software, this system delivers laboratory-quality temperature data logging in a compact, portable package.

Key Features

[!IMPORTANT] CRITICAL WARNING: Calibration must be performed annually by KinetiCore Systems Inc. experts only. Users should NOT attempt to calibrate the device themselves.

System Specifications

Hardware Components

Data Acquisition Chassis

Component Specification
Model National Instruments cDAQ-9174
Type 4-slot CompactDAQ USB chassis
Communication USB 2.0 (Type-A to device)
Power 110V AC, 50/60 Hz
Dimensions Compact form factor (enclosure-mounted)

Thermocouple Input Modules

Module Channels Type Resolution Sample Rate
NI-9213 (×2) 16 each (32 total) K-Type TC 24-bit Up to 75 S/s aggregate
NI-9211 (×1) 4 K-Type TC 24-bit Up to 14 S/s per channel
Total Channels 36 K-Type only 24-bit Configurable

Connector Panel

Component Specification
Manufacturer Omega Engineering
Inputs 36 K-Type thermocouple jacks
Connector Types Miniature & Standard female jacks
Panel Material Industrial-grade enclosure-mounted
Color Coding Standard K-Type (Yellow)

Measurement Specifications

Parameter Value
Temperature Range -200°C to +1250°C
Thermocouple Type K-Type (Chromel-Alumel)
Resolution 0.02°C (24-bit)
Accuracy (uncalibrated) ±2.2°C typical (NI module specification)
Accuracy (calibrated, 0-100°C) ±0.5°C typical (with KinetiCore 3-point calibration)
Accuracy (outside calibrated range) ±2.2°C typical (NI module specification)
Cold Junction Compensation Automatic (on-board CJC sensors)
Sampling Rate 0.5 to 2.0 Hz (user configurable)
Isolation Channel-to-bus isolation per NI specifications

Software Features

KinetiCore Logger Application

KinetiCore Calibration Tool (Administrator Only)

Physical Configuration

Enclosure Layout

36 channels thermocouple panel

Enclosure Specifications

Quick Start Guide

Step 1: Physical Setup

  1. Connect Thermocouples
  2. Plug K-Type thermocouples into Omega panel jacks
  3. Observe polarity (Yellow = positive for K-Type)
  4. Miniature or standard connectors accepted

  5. Label channels 1-36 as needed

  6. Power Connection

  7. Plug enclosure into 110V AC outlet

  8. Verify power LED illuminates

  9. USB Connection

  10. Connect USB Type-A cable from enclosure to computer
  11. Wait for Windows to recognize NI-DAQmx hardware
  12. Verify USB connection LED illuminates

Step 2: Software Installation

Prerequisites (installed by KinetiCore):

Note: System is delivered pre-configured. No driver installation required by end user.

Step 3: Start Logging

  1. Launch Application Desktop shortcut: "KinetiCore Logger" or Start Menu → KinetiCore → Temperature Logger

  2. Scan for Devices

  3. Click "Scan Devices" button
  4. System detects cDAQ-9174 and all 36 channels

  5. Channel grid populates automatically

  6. Configure Settings

  7. Interval: Set sampling rate (default: 1.0 second)
  8. Quality Mode: Choose Speed/Balanced/Accuracy
  9. High Durability: Enable for critical experiments (optional)

  10. Select channels to monitor (check/uncheck boxes)

  11. Start Data Collection

  12. Click "Start Logging"
  13. Choose file name and save location
  14. CSV file begins recording immediately

  15. Live plot displays selected channels

  16. Monitor and Annotate

  17. View real-time temperatures on plot
  18. Add comments using 💬 button
  19. Set threshold alerts (⚠ Set Thresholds)

  20. Statistics auto-update (min/max/avg)

  21. Stop Logging

  22. Click "Stop Logging" when complete
  23. CSV file saved automatically
  24. Data preserved with high durability mode

Data Output Format

CSV File Structure

Timestamp,Ch1,Ch2,Ch3,...,Ch36
2025-11-24 14:30:00,23.5,24.1,25.0,...,22.8
2025-11-24 14:30:01,23.6,24.1,25.1,...,22.9
2025-11-24 14:30:02,23.7,24.2,25.2,...,23.0

File Organization

Each logging session creates two files:

Example:

D:\Data\
├── experiment_001.csv
├── experiment_001_comments.json
├── experiment_002.csv
└── experiment_002_comments.json

Calibration Service

Factory Calibration

Every KinetiCore system is calibrated before delivery

Calibration Certificate included with each system:

Calibration Validity

Recalibration Process

When to Return for Recalibration:

  1. 1 year has elapsed since last calibration
  2. System shows drift (ice bath test ≠ 0.0°C)
  3. After physical damage or sensor replacement
  4. Regulatory/quality requirements

Return Procedure:

  1. Contact KinetiCore Support: info@kineticore.com
  2. Receive RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) number
  3. Ship system to KinetiCore facility
  4. System recalibrated within 5 business days
  5. Updated calibration certificate provided
  6. Return shipping included

Recalibration Cost: Contact KinetiCore for current pricing

Technical Support

KinetiCore Support

Self-Service Resources

Troubleshooting

Issue Solution
No channels detected 1. Verify USB connection
2. Check 110V power
3. Restart NI-DAQmx service
Readings show "--" 1. Check thermocouple connections
2. Verify polarity
3. Test with known-good TC
Inaccurate readings 1. Perform ice bath test (should read 0.0°C)
2. Contact KinetiCore if drift > ±2°C
Software won't start 1. Verify NI-DAQmx drivers installed
2. Run as Administrator
3. Reinstall application

Regulatory & Compliance

Standards Compliance

Safety Information

⚠️ Warnings:

Environmental Conditions

Parameter Operating Storage
Temperature 0°C to 50°C -20°C to 70°C
Humidity 10% to 90% RH (non-condensing) 5% to 95% RH
Altitude Up to 2000m Up to 3000m

Warranty & Service

Standard Warranty

Warranty Coverage:

Not Covered:

Extended Service Plans

Available Options:

  1. Annual Calibration Plan: Automatic yearly recalibration with prepaid shipping
  2. Extended Warranty: 3-year hardware coverage
  3. Priority Support: 4-hour response time, phone support

Contact KinetiCore Sales for pricing: info@kineticore.com

Accessories & Consumables

Item Part Number Description
K-Type Thermocouples TC-K-36-SET Set of 36 thermocouples with mini connectors
Spare USB Cable USB-AB-6FT USB 2.0 Type-A to device, 6 ft
Power Cable PWR-110V-US Replacement 110V AC power cord (US)

Consumables

Ordering Information

Product SKU

KTC-DAQ-36CH-K - KinetiCore 36-Channel K-Type Temperature Data Acquisition System

Includes:

Optional Add-Ons:

Contact Information

KinetiCore Systems Inc

Appendix

Channel Mapping

Hardware Module Channel Range Omega Panel Position
NI-9213 #1 (Mod1) Ch 1-16 No 1 to 16
NI-9213 #2 (Mod2) Ch 17-32 No 17 - 32
NI-9211 (Mod3) Ch 33-36 No 33 to 36

Quality Modes Explained

Mode Buffer Timeout Use Case
Speed 20× rate 0.05s High-speed transient monitoring
Balanced 10× rate 0.1s General-purpose logging (default)
Accuracy 5× rate 0.2s Precision measurements with noise filtering

Document Version: 1.6.1
Last Updated: December 15, 2025 Part Number: DOC-KTC-DAQ-36CH-DS

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