

PicoLog 1012 / 1216 — Multichannel Data Acquisition
USB-powered multichannel DAQ loggers for voltage, sensor and transducer applications. PicoLog 1012 provides 12 inputs with 10-bit resolution; PicoLog 1216 provides 16 inputs with 12-bit resolution, up to 1 MS/s capture and up to 4 output channels.
| Model | Inputs | Resolution | Terminal Board | Max Sample Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PicoLog 1012 | 12 input channels | 10-bit | No terminal board | Up to 1 MS/s |
| PicoLog 1216 | 16 input channels | 12-bit | External terminal board | Up to 1 MS/s |
Key Features
12 or 16 Input Channels
Choose PicoLog 1012 for 12-channel low-cost logging or PicoLog 1216 for 16-channel logging with 12-bit resolution and external terminal-board support.
Expandable DAQ System
Use up to 20 PicoLog data loggers on one PC to build up to a 320-channel acquisition setup.
Up to 1 MS/s Capture
Block-mode capture supports up to 1 MS/s on a single channel, while streaming mode supports continuous logging at lower rates.
Control Outputs
Up to 4 output channels can support alarms, indicators, simple control logic or front-end circuitry.
PicoLog Cloud / Local Recording
Record locally or share cloud-linked captures for remote review without needing a separate recorder.
SDK Integration
Use drivers and SDK workflows for custom data logging, automated reporting and dashboard integration.
Specifications
| Parameter | Unit | Value / Description |
|---|---|---|
| MODELS | ||
| PicoLog 1012 inputs | channels | 12 |
| PicoLog 1012 resolution | bit | 10 |
| PicoLog 1216 inputs | channels | 16 |
| PicoLog 1216 resolution | bit | 12 |
| ACQUISITION | ||
| Maximum sample rate | MS/s | Up to 1 single-channel block mode |
| Streaming mode | kS/s | Up to 100 single-channel |
| Output channels | — | Up to 4 per data logger |
| Expansion | — | Up to 20 loggers on one PC |
| SYSTEM | ||
| Connection / power | — | USB connected and powered |
| Applications | — | Voltage, sensor and transducer logging |
| DAQ application | — | PicoLog local/cloud workflows and SDK |
Applications
Teaching and Lab Experiments
Compact USB-connected data acquisition for university labs, teaching benches and student project setups.
Machine and Process Logging
Long-term voltage, current, temperature or resistance logging for process visibility and troubleshooting.
Prototype Validation
Record sensor outputs, control signals and environmental parameters during product development.
Verification Records
Generate repeatable test records for incoming inspection, burn-in checks and validation workflows.
Energy and Environment Monitoring
Track temperature, current or low-voltage sensor signals over hours, days or weeks.
Custom Data Capture
Use SDK/API workflows to integrate data acquisition into custom scripts and dashboards.




