The Keysight N6700B is a low-profile modular power system (MPS) mainframe designed for automated test equipment (ATE) and research and development applications. This 1U, 400 W mainframe accepts up to four N6700 series DC power modules in a compact 4-slot configuration, enabling flexible power delivery architectures for complex test scenarios. Its modular design supports modules ranging from 20 W to 300 W across basic, high-performance, precision, and source/measure unit (SMU) performance levels.
Technical Specifications
Power & Input
• Total maximum power output: 400 W (100–240 VAC input)
• AC nominal input: 100 VAC to 240 VAC; 50/60/400 Hz
• Input range: 86 VAC to 264 VAC
• Typical power consumption: 1000 VA
• Module compatibility: N6700 series DC power modules, 20 W to 300 W per module
Physical
• Rack height: 1U (1.75 inches)
• Slot count: 4
Protection
• Over-voltage protection: Yes
• Over-current protection: Yes
• Over-temperature protection: Yes
• INH input shutdown: 5 µs from receipt to start of shutdown
• Fault shutdown on coupled outputs: <10 µs from fault to start of shutdown
Interfaces & Control
• Standard interfaces: GPIB, LAN (LXI Core), USB
• LXI compliance: LXI Class C
• Programming language: SCPI
• Output sequencing: Supported
• Series/parallel operation: Supported
– Key Features
• Modular architecture supports mixed power module configurations
• Three performance tiers plus SMU functionality within a single mainframe
• Fast inhibit and fault response for safety-critical applications
• LXI-compliant network connectivity for remote control and monitoring
• Wide AC input range (86–264 VAC) tolerates utility voltage variations
• Internal fuse protection (not customer accessible)
– Typical Applications
• Automated test equipment for semiconductor device characterization
• Multi-rail power testing in research and development labs
• DC-powered device testing requiring sequenced or series/parallel output configurations
• Integration into rack-mounted test systems with space constraints
– Compatibility & Integration
The N6700B mainframe integrates with the complete N6700 series module portfolio. SCPI command support enables programmatic control via GPIB, Ethernet (LXI), or USB, facilitating integration into larger automated test frameworks and laboratory information management systems.
