The HP/Agilent 6834B AC Power Source/Analyzer delivers 4500 VA single-phase or 1500 VA per phase in three-phase mode, operating across 150 V and 300 V ranges at 30 A and 15 A respectively. This instrument combines precision power generation with real-time measurement and harmonic analysis, making it ideal for validating device performance under controlled AC line conditions. Synthesized waveform generation enables high-resolution output with programmable phase control, voltage and frequency slew adjustment, and complex transient simulation through non-volatile list programming.
Technical Specifications
Output Performance
• Power output: 4500 VA (single-phase), 1500 VA per phase (three-phase)
• Voltage ranges: 150 V, 300 V
• Current ranges: 30 A (low), 15 A (high)
• Frequency range: 45 Hz to 5 kHz
• Programmable phase control
• Single-phase and three-phase modes
Waveform Generation
• Sine, square, clipped sine, and user-definable arbitrary waveforms
• Up to twelve user-defined arbitrary waveforms in non-volatile memory
• Clipped sine waves with 0% to 43% distortion for AC line distortion testing
• Harmonic-rich sine waves per standards specifications
• Step and pulse transients for surge, sag, dropout, and line disturbance simulation
• Non-volatile list programming for complex test sequences
Measurement and Analysis
• 16-bit resolution across all measurements
• AC RMS, DC, and AC+DC voltage and current
• Peak current measurements
• Real power, reactive power, and apparent power (VA)
• Harmonic analysis up to the 50th harmonic with amplitude, phase, and THD results
– Key Features
Synthesized waveform generation delivers high-resolution accuracy. Programmable transient generation enables realistic power distribution testing without manual intervention. Built-in harmonic analysis characterizes waveform distortion and power quality. Non-volatile memory stores custom test sequences and arbitrary waveforms for repeatable testing.
– Typical Applications
Power supply validation, uninterruptible power supply (UPS) testing, avionics automated test equipment, and regulatory compliance verification across industries requiring precise AC power simulation and measurement.
