FlexLogger
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What is FlexLogger
FlexLogger is a data acquisition (DAQ) configuration and logging application used to set up sensors, channels, and test measurements without writing code. It targets test and validation engineers who need to collect synchronized measurement data from modular DAQ hardware and common sensor types in lab or production test environments. The product emphasizes configuration-driven workflows, live monitoring, and logging to standard file formats, with optional integration into broader automated test and analysis workflows.
Configuration-first DAQ setup
FlexLogger supports setting up measurement channels, scaling, and logging through a UI-driven workflow rather than requiring custom programming. This can reduce time to first measurement for common sensor and DAQ configurations. It fits teams that need repeatable test setups and standardized logging across multiple benches. The approach is practical for validation groups that do not want to maintain custom acquisition code.
Broad sensor and hardware support
FlexLogger is designed to work with modular DAQ systems and typical transducers used in engineering test (for example, voltage, current, thermocouples, strain/bridge measurements, and digital I/O depending on hardware). It provides a single place to configure mixed-signal measurements and view them live. This is useful when tests require many channels and heterogeneous sensor types. Hardware-centric configuration can simplify bench standardization.
Integrates with test workflows
FlexLogger can be used as a front-end for acquisition while downstream analysis and reporting occurs in separate tools. Logged data can be exported to common file formats for traceability and post-processing. It also aligns with environments where DAQ configuration, automation, and analysis are separated across roles. This makes it easier to incorporate into existing validation processes.
Not an MBSE modeling tool
Despite being used in engineering validation, FlexLogger does not provide system modeling, requirements management, or SysML-based design capabilities. Teams looking for end-to-end systems engineering functions typically need additional tools for architecture, traceability, and model governance. As a result, it addresses test data capture rather than core MBSE activities. Positioning it as an MBSE tool can create gaps in lifecycle coverage.
Limited advanced automation
FlexLogger focuses on configuration and logging, which can be restrictive for complex conditional logic, custom device control, or highly tailored test sequences. More advanced automation often requires complementary scripting or a separate test executive/application environment. This can increase solution complexity when tests go beyond straightforward acquisition and logging. Organizations may need additional development skills for sophisticated scenarios.
Ecosystem and licensing dependency
FlexLogger is closely tied to its vendor’s DAQ ecosystem and drivers, which can limit portability across heterogeneous hardware fleets. Long-term maintainability may depend on vendor-specific updates, compatibility, and licensing. This can be a constraint for organizations standardizing on multi-vendor instrumentation. Procurement and IT teams may need to plan for version alignment across drivers and hardware.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| FlexLogger Lite | Free download | Recommended for manual data logging and monitoring with NI DAQ hardware. Includes channel configuration, data logging to standard formats, dashboards, and data inspection. |
| FlexLogger Professional | Contact NI / distributor for pricing (available as subscription and perpetual) | Includes Lite capabilities plus additional validation capabilities, more I/O, and test automation; official site lists a free trial for Professional. |
| LabVIEW+ Suite (includes FlexLogger) | Contact NI / distributor for pricing (available as subscription and perpetual) | Bundle including LabVIEW, FlexLogger, TestStand, DIAdem; pricing available through NI or distributors. |
Notes: Official NI pages indicate FlexLogger Lite is a free edition and that Professional and LabVIEW+ Suite pricing requires contacting NI or an NI distributor. Professional and LabVIEW+ Suite are offered as subscription and perpetual licenses; Professional has a free trial listed on the official site.
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NI (National Instruments Corporation), a subsidiary of Emerson Electric Co.
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