The Agilent/Keysight 6271B is a programmable DC power supply delivering adjustable voltage and current outputs for electronic testing and development. Operating from 0 to 40 V and 0 to 50 A, this unit provides stable power for high-power device testing, motor characterization, and industrial equipment evaluation. The supply features low ripple and noise performance, precise load and line regulation, remote sensing capability for compensated voltage delivery, and comprehensive protection including overload, over-voltage, over-current, and over-temperature safeguards. Remote programming integration enables automated test system deployment. A 19-inch rackmount form factor (483 mm W × 127 mm H × 479.4 mm D, 21.7 kg) suits laboratory and manufacturing environments requiring indoor operation below +40°C ambient temperature.
Technical Specifications
• Output Voltage: 0 to 40 V (adjustable)
• Output Current: 0 to 50 A (adjustable)
• Ripple and Noise (typical):
– Constant Voltage mode: 200 µV rms
– Constant Current mode: 5 mA rms
• Load Regulation:
– Constant Voltage mode: 0.01% + 200 µV
– Constant Current mode: 0.02% + 500 mA
• Line Regulation:
– Constant Voltage mode: 0.01% + 200 µV
– Constant Current mode: 0.02% + 500 mA
• Remote Sensing: Supported for load voltage compensation
• Input: AC mains powered with grounded connection required
• Dimensions: 483 mm W × 127 mm H × 479.4 mm D
• Weight: 21.7 kg
– Key Features
• Constant Voltage and Constant Current operating modes
• Over-voltage, over-current, and over-temperature protection
• Remote sensing for accurate voltage delivery at load terminals
• Rear-panel analog connector for local operation
• Internal fuse protection (not user accessible)
• Safety Class I instrument with protective earth terminal
– Typical Applications
• High-power electronic device testing and characterization
• Motor and motor controller evaluation
• Industrial equipment power simulation
• Automated production test systems
– Compatibility & Integration
Remote programming capabilities enable integration into automated test environments. SCPI compatibility and interface options support system-level integration.
