The Agilent/Keysight 6038A is a 240 W autoranging DC power supply engineered for demanding test systems requiring single-channel, programmable output control. This compact unit delivers 0–60 Vdc at 0–10 A with autoranging capability, maximizing available power across the operating envelope—for example, 60 V at 3.3 A or 40 V at 6 A. Control is available via front-panel potentiometers or GPIB interface with SCPI command support, enabling integration into automated test setups.
Voltage ripple and noise measure 3 mVrms / 30 mV peak-to-peak, with current ripple at 5 mA rms. Load regulation is held to 3 mV (voltage) and 5 mA (current). Line regulation delivers 0.01% + 5 mV on voltage; programming accuracy is 0.035% + 145 mV. Voltage readback accuracy reaches 0.07% + 50 mV. Programming resolution is 50 mV (voltage) and 4.25 mA (current). The supply accepts modulation input signals from 0–5 V or 0–4 kΩ.
Remote sensing supports up to 2 V drop per lead; regulation specifications are maintained with up to 0.5 V drop. AC input ranges from 104–127 Vac or 191–233 Vac / 240 Vac ±6%, −13%, at 48–63 Hz, drawing 24 A maximum. The unit measures 212 mm (W) × 177 mm (H) × 444 mm (D) and weighs 16.3 kg. Operating range spans 0–55°C at up to 95% relative humidity, with installation category II and pollution degree 2 rating.
The 6038A supports series and auto-parallel connections for multi-unit configurations, reducing overall rack footprint. Digital readout and integrated protection safeguard devices under test. VXIplug&play drivers facilitate system integration.
Technical Specifications
• Output: 0–60 Vdc, 0–10 A, 240 W maximum
• Ripple/Noise: 3 mVrms / 30 mV pp (voltage); 5 mA rms (current)
• Load Regulation: 3 mV (voltage); 5 mA (current)
• Line Regulation: 0.01% + 5 mV
• Programming Accuracy: 0.035% + 145 mV (voltage)
• Readback Accuracy: 0.07% + 50 mV (voltage)
• Programming Resolution: 50 mV (voltage); 4.25 mA (current)
• Modulation Input: 0–5 V or 0–4 kΩ
• AC Input: 104–127 Vac or 191–233 Vac / 240 Vac ±6%, −13%; 48–63 Hz; 24 A
• Dimensions: 212 mm W × 177 mm H × 444 mm D
• Weight: 16.3 kg
• Operating Temperature: 0–55°C
• Operating Humidity: Maximum 95% RH
• Altitude: Up to 2000 m
– Key Features
• Autoranging output for maximum power delivery across operating points
• Single output channel with independent voltage and current adjustment
• GPIB interface with SCPI command support
• Analog and resistance control of output voltage and current
• Remote sensing capability with up to 2 V drop tolerance per lead
• Series and auto-parallel connection support for multi-unit systems
• Digital readout and integrated DUT protection
• Compact footprint for rack-mount applications
– Typical Applications
• Automated test equipment (ATE) systems
• Component and device characterization
• Burn-in and reliability testing
• Laboratory bench power applications with programmable control
– Compatibility & Integration
• GPIB interface with SCPI programming
• VXIplug&play drivers for system integration
• Installation category II; pollution degree 2
