The HP/Agilent 6682A is a high-power programmable DC power supply delivering 5000 W at 21 V and 240 A maximum current. Purpose-built for automated test equipment (ATE) systems, R&D laboratories, and high-volume manufacturing test environments, this unit provides precise voltage and current control with exceptional load regulation and transient response. Front-panel and rear-terminal control options enable seamless integration into complex test architectures. Input voltage is selectable between 190–264 VAC (5000 W output) or 90–132 VAC (2500 W output) at 47–63 Hz.
Technical Specifications
DC Output
• Voltage: 0 to 21 V
• Current: 0 to 240 A
• Power: Up to 5000 W
Programming Accuracy
• Voltage: ±0.1% of setting ± 30 mV
• Current: ±0.2% of setting ± 200 mA
Readback Accuracy
• Voltage: ±0.05% of reading ± 10 mV
• Current: ±0.1% of reading ± 100 mA
Output Ripple & Noise
• Voltage (RMS): ≤ 30 mV
• Voltage (Peak-to-Peak): ≤ 150 mV
Regulation Performance
• Line regulation (voltage): ≤ 0.05% ± 5 mV
• Load regulation (voltage): ≤ 0.1% ± 10 mV
• Transient response: < 0.1% for 10–50% load change; recovery 0.95 at full load, 230 VAC
• Inrush current: < 60 A peak at 25°C, 230 VAC
Operating Environment
• Temperature: 0°C to 50°C
• Humidity: 20% to 85% RH (non-condensing)
– Key Features
• Analog programming via external voltage source (0–5 VDC or 0–10 VDC)
• Remote sensing terminals for cable-drop compensation
• Output enable/disable via front panel or rear terminal
• Status indicators: Power, Output On, Fault LEDs
• Adjustable overvoltage protection
• Setup time < 15 ms (voltage/current)
– Typical Applications
Automated test systems for high-current device characterization, power module testing, accelerated life testing, and manufacturing floor burn-in operations requiring sustained 5000 W delivery with load transient immunity.
– Compatibility & Integration
19-inch rack-mountable form factor. Weight: approximately 35 kg (77 lbs). Selectable input voltage accommodates both North American and international AC mains.
