The Keysight (Agilent) 6642A is a 200 W programmable DC power supply with a single output delivering 0 to 20 V and 0 to 10 A. Built for manufacturing and design verification, it combines fast programming response, low-noise output, and intelligent protection to accelerate test throughput while safeguarding the device under test.
Technical Specifications
Output Ratings
• Single output: 0–20 V, 0–10 A (at 40°C)
• Maximum current: 9 A (at 50°C), 8.5 A (at 55°C)
• Total power: 200 W
Programming & Readback Accuracy (at 25°C ±5°C)
• Voltage programming: 0.06% + 10 mV
• Current programming: 0.15% + 13 mA
• Voltage readback: 0.07% + 10 mV
• Current readback: 0.15% + 15 mA
Regulation
• Voltage load regulation: 1 mV
• Voltage line regulation: 0.5 mV
• Current load regulation: 0.5 mA
Ripple & Noise (20 Hz–20 MHz)
• Voltage RMS: 300 µV
• Voltage peak-to-peak: 3 mV
• Current RMS: 5 mA
Transient Response
• Recovery time: <100 µs following 50% load-current step
• Programming rise/fall time: <15 ms (10/90%)
• Voltage settling: <60 ms within 1 LSB (0.025% of rated voltage)
– Key Features
• Fast crowbar and mode crossover protection minimize damage during faults
• Remote voltage sensing accommodates up to half the rated output voltage drop per load lead
• Analog control of output voltage, current, and fan speed
• Low-noise fan operation for benchtop use
• Series and parallel connection capability for extended range or current capacity
– Typical Applications
• Automated manufacturing test
• Design verification and characterization
• Device burn-in and reliability screening
• Lab bench power sourcing
– Compatibility & Integration
Front-panel control and SCPI command programming over GPIB. VXIplug&play drivers simplify test system integration.
