The CX1201A is a coaxial through device that bridges ammeter terminals to analog measurement channels, enabling precise transient current characterization in dynamic test environments. This SMA-connectorized accessory integrates with Keysight current sensors to deliver wideband current measurement from 40 nanoamperes to 1 ampere, making it essential for pulsed-current applications where voltage transients are applied to a device under test.
Technical Specifications
• Current Measurement Range: 40 nA to 1 A
• Connector Type: 2 × SMA (SubMiniature version A) coaxial connectors
• Form Factor: Coaxial through device
– Key Features
• Two SMA connectors bridge ammeter positive and negative terminals to a CX3300 analog channel
• Supports wideband dynamic current measurement across five decades of range
• Straightforward connection to current sensor outputs without additional signal conditioning
• Maintains signal integrity in high-speed transient measurement scenarios
– Typical Applications
• Pulsed Current Measurement: Characterization of transient current responses when devices experience voltage pulses from pulse generators
• Dynamic Current Analysis: Evaluation of component behavior under non-steady-state conditions, spanning nanoampere to ampere measurement bands
• Device Transient Characterization: Real-time monitoring of current consumption during dynamic load switching and power transients
– Compatibility & Integration
The CX1201A is designed for use with the Keysight CX1101A and CX1102A Current Sensors, interfacing with the CX3300 Series Device Current Waveform Analyzer via dedicated analog channels. This configuration enables integrated wideband current analysis within Keysight’s modular measurement ecosystem.
