The Keysight B2910BL is a single-channel precision Source/Measure Unit (SMU) that sources and measures voltage and current with exceptional resolution for characterization and testing of electronic components. This benchtop instrument integrates voltage source, current source, voltage meter, and current meter functionality into one compact unit, delivering measurement resolution down to 10 fA / 100 nV and sourcing resolution as low as 100 fA / 1 µV and 10 nA / 1 µV.
Technical Specifications
• Output Voltage (DC): Up to 210 V
• Output Current (DC): Up to 1.5 A
• Measurement Resolution: 10 fA / 100 nV minimum
• Sourcing Resolution: 100 fA / 1 µV; 10 nA / 1 µV minimum
• Sampling Rate: Up to 20,000 Sa/s
• Minimum Timing Interval: 50 µs
• Digitizing Capabilities: 50 µs or 20 µs interval
• Buffer Memory: Up to 100,000 measured values
• Arbitrary Waveform Generator: Up to 100,000 levels
• 4-Wire (Kelvin) Measurement: Integrated for precise low-voltage characterization
• Sweep Modes: Linear, logarithmic, list
• Power Supply: 90–264 V AC / 47–63 Hz
– Key Features
• 4.3-inch color LCD with graphical and numerical display modes
• Fast measurement results with 50 µs minimum timing interval
• SCPI programming support for seamless code portability
• Multiple connectivity options: GPIB, LAN, 2× USB 2.0 (Host/Device), Digital I/O, banana jack inputs
• Compact benchtop form factor: 260 mm (W) × 180 mm (H) × 480 mm (D); 6 kg
• USB 2.0 memory port for direct data export
– Typical Applications
• Semiconductor device characterization (diodes, laser diodes, LEDs, FETs, transistors, ICs, sensors)
• Optical component testing (lasers, photodiodes)
• Organic electronics (OLED)
• Solar cell and battery testing
• Power management device evaluation (LDO, DC-DC converters)
• IV curve measurement and bipolar transistor characterization
• Nanotechnology material characterization
– Compatibility & Integration
Supported software includes BenchVue, Quick IV, EasyEXPERT group+, PathWave IV Curve Measurement, and graphical web interface. Optional 16442B test fixture and rack mount kit (1CM124A) available. Banana-to-Triax adapters (N1297A, N1297B) support 2-wire and 4-wire configurations.
