The Agilent/Keysight 6642A is a 200 W single-output DC power supply engineered for precision voltage and current control in R&D, manufacturing, and automated test environments. It delivers fast, low-noise power with programmable GPIB interface and SCPI command support, enabling direct integration into test systems to optimize throughput and reduce cycle times.
Technical Specifications
Output Ratings
• Voltage: 0 to 20 V
• Current (at 40 °C): 0 to 10 A
• Current (at 50 °C / 55 °C): 9 A / 8.5 A
• Power: 200 W
Programming Accuracy (at 25 °C ±5 °C)
• Voltage: ±0.06% + 10 mV
• Current: ±0.15% + 13 mA
Output Ripple & Noise (20 Hz to 20 MHz)
• Voltage RMS: 300 µV
• Voltage peak-to-peak: 3 mV
• Current RMS: 5 mA
Environmental
• Operating temperature: 0 °C to 55 °C
– Key Features
• Fast, low-noise output delivery for optimized test performance
• Analog control of output voltage and current for direct signal manipulation
• Fan-speed control to minimize acoustic noise in lab environments
• Parallel and series connection capability for expanded output flexibility
• Advanced programmable features with built-in measurements
• Fast crowbar and mode crossover protection for DUT safety
• Multi-unit protection circuitry coordination to maximize production yield
– Typical Applications
• Component and subsystem characterization in R&D environments
• Automated manufacturing test and device validation
• High-precision power delivery for noise-sensitive circuits
• Process validation and production line testing
– Compatibility & Integration
GPIB Interface
• SCPI (Standard Commands for Programmable Instruments) support
• VXIplug&play driver availability for test system integration
• Up to 16 units addressable on a single GPIB connection via serial link
Control Options
• Programmable digital control via GPIB
• Analog control for immediate response to dynamic requirements
Safety
• Class 1 instrument with protective earth ground terminal
• Three-conductor AC mains connection required
