The HP/Agilent 6522A is a precision DC power supply delivering 0–2000V at 0–0.05A for high-voltage laboratory and industrial testing. This instrument combines stable output regulation with fast load response and comprehensive protection, enabling both manual and automated control via GPIB or RS-232 interfaces. Its compact form factor and high accuracy make it suitable for sensitive applications requiring voltage programming speeds under 500ms and load adjustment within 1ms.
Technical Specifications
• Output voltage: 0–2000V DC
• Output current: 0–0.05A (50mA maximum)
• Maximum power: Approximately 100W
• Voltage ripple and noise: ≤0.35% + 50mV
• Current ripple and noise: ≤0.2% + 5mA
• Voltage programming accuracy: ±(0.05% of reading + 10mV)
• Current programming accuracy: ±(0.1% of reading + 1mA)
• Voltage programming speed: ≤500ms
• Current programming speed: ≤750ms
• Voltage load response: ≤1ms
• Current load response: ≤3ms
• Display: 4-digit LED with adjustable resolution
• Dimensions: 213mm W × 89mm H × 407mm D
• Weight: 5.9kg
– Key Features
• Overvoltage, overcurrent, and overtemperature protection
• Dual interface control: RS-232 and GPIB
• Independent voltage and current regulation
• Fast transient response for dynamic load conditions
• Class 1 safety design with protective earth ground terminal
• IEC 61010-2-030 compliant for instrument leads rated to 600V (CAT IV) or 1000V (CAT III)
– Typical Applications
• High-voltage component characterization and stress testing
• Sensor and detector bias supply
• X-ray tube and photomultiplier power conditioning
• Precision calibration and measurement systems
• Automated test equipment integration
– Compatibility & Integration
Remote programming via GPIB or RS-232 enables integration into multi-instrument test systems. Service and operating manuals are available in print and PDF formats.
