The Keithley 2600-PCT-2B Low Power Parametric Curve Tracer is a specialized instrument for precise characterization of semiconductor devices and electronic components through combined source measurement and curve tracing functionality. It delivers detailed current-voltage (I-V) analysis across ultra-wide ranges—from microvolts to 3 kV and femtoamps to 100 A—enabling accurate extraction of device parameters in materials research, device development, and quality control workflows.
Technical Specifications
Measurement Ranges
• Voltage: µV to 3 kV
• Current: fA to 100 A
• Capacitance-Voltage (C-V): fF to µF with DC bias up to 3 kV
• Supports 2-, 3-, and 4-terminal device configurations
Power Configuration
• Voltage output: Up to 3 kV
• Current output: Up to 100 A
• Configurable power levels from 200 V to 3 kV and 1 A to 100 A
Parametric Analysis Modes
• Full parametric mode for precise device parameter extraction
• Real-time trace mode for rapid assessment of fundamental characteristics including breakdown voltage
– Key Features
Measures critical transistor parameters including breakdown voltage (BVdss, BVceo), on-state current (Vdson, Vcesat, Vf), leakage currents (Idss, Icbo, Iceo), gate/base leakage (Igss, Ib), threshold voltage, forward transfer characteristics (yfs, Gfs, Hfe, gain), capacitance (Ciss, Coss, Crss), and on-state resistance.
Accommodates MOSFETs, IGBTs, diodes, GaN and SiC devices, LDMOS devices, BJTs, triacs, capacitors, resistors, and miscellaneous electronic components. Supports most probe types including High Voltage (HV) triax, Shielded High Voltage (SHV) coax, and standard triax connectors.
– Typical Applications
Power device characterization, semiconductor material analysis, component development validation, and manufacturing quality control requiring detailed parametric measurements at configurable power levels.
– Compatibility & Integration
Supplied with ACS Basic Component Test Software featuring real-time trace and full parametric modes with flexible measurement channel configuration. Requires Windows XP/7 PC with USB port. Interfaces with Model 8010 High Power Device Test Fixture and Model 8020 High Power Interface Panel. USB to GPIB adapter (KUSB-488B) available. Field upgradable and expandable with Model 2651A or 2657A High Power System SourceMeter for enhanced current or voltage capability.
