The Agilent/Keysight 6825A is a dual-range power supply/amplifier combining precision voltage sourcing with current sink capability for ATE and benchtop test applications. It delivers stable DC outputs across two selectable ranges with exceptional load and line regulation, supported by low noise performance and rapid transient recovery. The instrument integrates sourcing and sinking functions in a compact form factor, making it suitable for component characterization, circuit validation, and systems-level testing where programmable control and signal integrity are critical.
Technical Specifications
DC Output Ranges
• X1 Range: −5 V to +5 V, 0 to 2.0 A
• X4 Range: −20 V to +20 V, 0 to 2.0 A
• Sink current compliance: 2 A @ 0 V declining linearly to 1 A @ 20 V
• Maximum external voltage rating: 25 V (damage risk if exceeded)
Regulation and Stability
• Voltage load effect (X1): 0.01% + 0.1 mV
• Voltage load effect (X4): 0.01% + 5 mV
• Current load effect: 0.01% + 250 µA
• Line regulation (104–127 Vac / 208–254 Vac): 0.01% + 2 mV (voltage); 0.01% + 250 µA (current)
• Temperature coefficient (per °C): 0.01% + 0.35 mV (X1 voltage); 0.01% + 1.5 mV (X4 voltage); 0.02% + 100 µA (current)
• Transient recovery time: 100 µs to ±20 mV after full-scale current step
Noise and Distortion
• Voltage ripple and noise (20 Hz to 20 MHz): 1.5 mV rms / 4 mV p-p (X1); 5 mV rms / 15 mV p-p (X4)
• Current ripple and noise: 3 mA rms / 10 mA p-p
• Total harmonic distortion: ≤1% at 100 Hz, full output
• DC output isolation: 300 V above ground (floating capability)
Physical and Environmental
• Input power: 104–127 Vac or 208–254 Vac (switchable); 48–63 Hz; 150 W
• Operating temperature: 0 to 55 °C
• Storage temperature: −40 to +75 °C
• Dimensions: 155 mm H × 198 mm W × 316 mm D
• Weight: 8.2 kg net
• Cooling: Passive convection; no moving parts
– Key Features
• Dual-range output with selectable voltage spans (±5 V or ±20 V)
• Source and sink current operation within specified compliance limits
• Programmable interface for automated test sequences
• Excellent load and line regulation across both ranges
• Fast transient response for dynamic load testing
• Floatable output topology for ground-independent applications
– Typical Applications
• Component and circuit characterization in R&D environments
• Power supply testing and validation
• Electronic system integration and functional verification
• Automated test equipment integration requiring precision DC sourcing
