The Keysight/Agilent/HP E1300B is a B-size, 9-slot VXI mainframe that integrates command, control, and power distribution for modular test systems. It accommodates seven external B-size slots, three external A-size slots, and two internal slots dedicated to the E1326B Multimeter, with one additional internal slot hosting the 8 MHz Motorola 68000 controller. The improved dual fan cooling architecture delivers up to 25 W per slot with a 10°C temperature rise, enabling operation of demanding M-modules and B-size modules. Maximum usable power is 120 W at 40°C.
Technical Specifications
• Power Supply: 115 Vac to 230 Vac (250 V max), 50 Hz to 400 Hz input; 120 W maximum at 40°C
• DC Outputs: +5 V @ 12.2 A, +12 V @ 4.6 A, −12 V @ 0.9 A
• Thermal Management: Dual fan cooling; up to 25 W per slot with 10°C rise; acoustic noise <40 dBA
• Memory: 1 or 2 MB non-volatile program/data storage; 256 KBytes battery-backed non-volatile RAM
• Controller: Integrated 8 MHz Motorola 68000 (16-bit) command module with SCPI support
• Interfaces: Built-in GPIB; RS232 at 300 to 19,200 Baud; VXI backplane P1 connector (16-bit data, VMEbus)
• Dimensions: 426 mm W × 510 mm D × 177 mm H (without feet); 189 mm H (with feet)
• Weight: 7.4 kg
– Key Features
• Fully VXIbus-compliant (Revision 1.4) with ACFAIL* and SYSRESET* backplane signals
• Comprehensive power protection: over-temperature, over-voltage, over-current, and short-to-ground
• Integrated resource manager and GPIB controller eliminate external instrumentation overhead
• Optional IBASIC (Instrument BASIC) controller for legacy programming requirements
• Compact form factor supports lab and rack-mount integration
– Compatibility & Integration
The E1300B natively supports B-size and A-size VXI modules, with thermal capacity optimized for high-power variants such as the E1312A. Two internal slots are reserved for the 2-slot E1326B Multimeter, enabling integrated DC measurement capability without consuming external module slots.
