The HP/Agilent 66000A Modular Power System is a 4U rack-mountable mainframe that integrates up to eight interchangeable DC power modules into a single centralized control and distribution hub. Designed for automated test equipment and laboratory environments, this configurable platform delivers 1200 W total DC output and accommodates modules ranging from 0–8 V/16 A to 0–200 V/0.75 A, enabling rapid adaptation to diverse voltage and current requirements across research, development, and manufacturing workflows.
Technical Specifications
Mainframe
• Chassis: 4U rack-mountable, 7-inch high
• Module slots: Eight DC power modules maximum
• Total DC output: 1200 W
• Module power ratings: Up to 150 W (66102A–66106A); 128 W (66101A)
• Input power (system): 3200 VA maximum, 1800 W maximum, 1600 W typical
• Physical dimensions: 425.7 mm W × 192 mm H × 677.93 mm D (including feet and rear connectors)
• Weight: 15 kg net; 19 kg shipping
Representative Modules (sold separately)
• 66101A: 0–8 V, 0–16 A, 128 W
• 66102A: 0–20 V, 0–7.5 A, 150 W
• 66103A: 0–35 V, 0–4.5 A, 150 W
• 66104A: 0–60 V, 0–2.5 A, 150 W
• 66105A: 0–120 V, 0–1.25 A, 150 W
• 66106A: 0–200 V, 0–0.75 A, 150 W
– Key Features
Performance & Accuracy
• Programming accuracy (voltage): Typically 0.03% + 3 mV at 25°C ±5°C
• Programming accuracy (current): Typically 0.03% + 6 mA at 25°C ±5°C
• Readback accuracy (voltage): Typically 0.02% + 2 mV via GPIB or display at 25°C ±5°C
• Readback accuracy (current): Typically 0.02% + 6 mA via GPIB or display at 25°C ±5°C
• Ripple and noise (20 Hz–20 MHz): 2 mV RMS, 5 mV peak-to-peak typical (66101A reference)
• Line regulation (voltage): 0.5 mV typical
• Line regulation (current): 0.75 mA typical
• Load regulation (voltage): 1 mV typical
• Load regulation (current): 0.5 mA typical
• Transient response: Less than 1 ms recovery within 100 mV of prior level
• Floating output: Up to ±240 Vdc from chassis ground
– Typical Applications
Automated test systems requiring multi-rail power distribution, device characterization across variable voltage and current ranges, and manufacturing test environments where module reconfiguration accelerates test program adaptation.
