The Keysight 70001A is an 8-slot system mainframe that houses and powers Modular Measurement System (MMS) plug-in modules, delivering a unified platform for test and measurement applications across industrial and laboratory environments. It provides regulated power, forced-air cooling, and dual communication buses—MSIB for high-speed inter-module data exchange and GPIB for external instrument control—enabling synchronized operation of multiple measurement modules within a single chassis.
Technical Specifications
• Module Capacity: 8 slots; accommodates 1/8-, 1/4-, 3/8-, and 1/2-width MMS modules
• Power Supply Output: 24.3 Vac (average voltage) at 40 kHz, up to 200 W; 5 VDC for MSIB; TTL-compatible line synchronization signal
• Cooling: Forced-air cooling system for plug-in modules
• Communication Interfaces:
– MSIB: High-speed digital bus enabling simultaneous multi-module communication
– GPIB/HP-IB: Computer control and integration with GPIB and VXIbus instruments
– Key Features
• Supports mixed-width module configurations, maximizing slot utilization efficiency
• Integrated bails and handles for benchtop portability; compatible with standard EIA racks
• Rugged structural design and good EMC performance for sensitive measurements in industrial environments
• 40 kHz AC power architecture optimized for MMS module operation
– Typical Applications
The 70001A serves as the foundational chassis for microwave test systems, RF measurement suites, and modular instrumentation configurations requiring synchronized multi-module operation and external system integration via GPIB control.
– Compatibility & Integration
Designed exclusively for Agilent/Keysight MMS plug-in modules. Integrates with GPIB-compatible instruments and VXIbus products. Required mainframe for modules such as the Keysight 70428A Microwave Source Module.
