National Instruments CompactRIO sbRIO-9603 - Mounting a Sbrio-962 X;Sbrio-963 X Model

Mounting the sbRIO-960x Model with a Thermal Convection
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Alternatively, the thermal solution can be used for convection to natural or forced air flow or
used in conjunction with a heat sink optimized for the environment.
Figure 27. Thermal Convection Mounting
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1. Exploded view of all mounting components
2. Complete assembled and mounted view
3. Heatsink
4. Thermal Kit for CompactRIO Single Board
Controller with NI-DAQmx (787331-01)
5. Standoff, 16.0 mm (0.63 in.)
6. NI sbRIO-9603/9608/9609
7. RMC board
8. Mounting screws
9. Thermal pad, supplemental (sbRIO-9603 only)
(Included with the Thermal Kit)
10. Thermal pad, main (Included with the Thermal Kit)
11. Standoff, 9.65 mm (0.38 in.)
12. Standoff
13. Mounting surface
Mounting a sbRIO-962x/sbRIO-963x Model
You can mount the NI sbRIO device in a variety of ways in order to maximize system
performance. Some mounting methods might require custom fasteners or unique assembly
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