The Keysight N7970A is a 2000 W, two-quadrant dynamic DC power supply designed for automated test equipment (ATE) applications requiring high-speed sourcing and measurement capabilities. This power supply is part of the N7900 Series, built on Keysight’s VersaPower architecture, aiming to accelerate test throughput and reduce ATE development time and cost.
**Technical Specifications**
* **Model:** N7970A
* **Manufacturer:** Keysight Technologies (formerly Agilent)
* **Product Family:** N7900 Series Advanced Power Supplies
* **Power Rating:** 2000 W
* **Output Voltage:** 9 V
* **Output Current:** 200 A
* **Number of Outputs:** Single Output
* **Programming Precision:** 14-bit
* **Measurement Precision:** 18-bit
* **Dynamic Outputs:** Features dynamic outputs for improved responsiveness to changing load conditions.
* **Arbitrary Waveforms & List Capability:** Supports arbitrary waveforms and list programming for complex output sequences.
**Performance and Features**
* **Two-Quadrant Operation:** Capable of full two-quadrant operation (source and sink power), ideal for power storage test applications. Standalone operation provides 10% rated current two-quadrant capability.
* **Test Speed:** Offers test speeds up to 100x faster than standard system power supplies.
* **Command Processing Speed:** Less than 2ms.
* **Programming Speeds:** Fast up/down programming speeds up to 500 µs.
* **Measurement Rate:** Adjustable measurement rate to balance speed and accuracy.
* **Measurement Capability:**
* Dual voltage and current measurement with DMM-like accuracy.
* Power, peak power, watt-hour, and amp-hour measurements.
* **Programmable Limits:** Provides programmable positive and negative current limits, as well as programmable positive and negative current waveforms. Includes automatic down-programming.
* **Smooth Transitions:** Delivers continuous smooth operation between positive and negative current transitions.
* **Paralleling Capability:** Built-in APS paralleling allows connecting multiple units to deliver up to 10 kW, ensuring equal current sharing among paralleled supplies.
* **Black-Box Recorder:** Optional accessory (N7908A) to track power events, recording measurement data, trigger events, and status bits.
* **Power Dissipater Units:** For full two-quadrant operation, the N7909A power dissipater unit is required.
**Interfaces**
* **Programmable:** Yes
* **Standard Interfaces:** GPIB, USB, LAN (LXI Core)
**Physical**
* **Mounting Type:** Rack Mount
* **Rack Space:** 2U
* **Input Voltage:** Operates from single phase input power 100-120, 200-240V.
**Software and Control**
* **APS Power Assistance Software:** Free software from Keysight to add advanced display, setup, and measurement functions.
* **BenchVue Software:** Enabled for PC control and automated test building without programming.
* **14585A Control and Analysis Software:** Offers advanced sourcing and measurement features.
Why Choose Aumictech for Keysight N7970A?
At Aumictech, we specialize in supplying high-end power supply equipment. Whether you need to accelerate test throughput, accurately characterize DUT power profiles, or enable full two-quadrant operation for power storage applications, our team ensures the Keysight N7970A delivers maximum performance for your critical ATE applications.
