The Keysight N6742B is a 100 W DC power module engineered for integration into the N6700 Low-Profile Modular Power System or N6705 DC Power Analyzer. It delivers programmable 8 V output at 12.5 A, supporting flexible multi-module configurations within compatible mainframes. This basic module combines essential measurement and protection capabilities with economical pricing, making it ideal for powering devices under test or supplying ATE system resources such as fixture controls.
Technical Specifications
Output Ratings
• Voltage: 8 V
• Current: 12.5 A
• Power: 100 W
Programming Accuracy (23°C ±5°C)
• Voltage: 0.1% + 19 mV
• Current: 0.15% + 20 mA
Ripple & Noise (20 Hz to 20 MHz)
• Voltage (rms): 2 mV
• Voltage (peak-to-peak): 12 mV
• Current (rms): 4 mA
Measurement Capabilities
Modules within compatible mainframes enable simultaneous voltage and current digitization with oscilloscope-like data buffering. List functions support up to 512 steps, 256 or infinite repetitions, 262 second maximum dwell, 524,288 measurement points, and 97.656 kHz sample rate.
– Key Features
• Over-voltage and over-current protection with programmable thresholds
• Low output ripple: 2 mV rms, 12 mV peak-to-peak
• Tight programming accuracy for repeatable, reliable sourcing
• Single-slot module design for up to four-module configurations
– Options
Option 054: High-Speed Test Extensions—oscilloscope-like digitizer for transient and pulse event analysis.
Option 760: Output Disconnect and Polarity Reversal Relays. Limits maximum output current to 10 A; provides mechanical relay isolation of positive, negative, and sense leads with polarity reversal capability.
Option 761: Output Disconnect Relays. Mechanical relays disconnect positive, negative, and sense leads for emergency shutoff or controlled output termination.
– Compatibility & Integration
• Compatible mainframes: N6700 Low-Profile Modular Power System and N6705 DC Power Analyzer
• Communication: GPIB, LAN, USB, and LXI compliant via mainframe interfaces
• Configuration: Occupies one slot; supports up to four modules per system
