The Keysight U2722A is a three-channel USB Source/Measure Unit (SMU) engineered for precise voltage and current sourcing and measurement in component characterization and device testing workflows. Each of the three independent channels delivers programmable DC voltage and current output alongside simultaneous voltage and current measurement capability. The instrument connects via USB interface, enabling straightforward integration into automated test systems and portable laboratory configurations. Architecture emphasizes measurement accuracy and output stability across all channels.
Technical Specifications
Channel Configuration
• 3 independent channels
• Programmable DC voltage and current sourcing per channel
• Simultaneous voltage and current measurement per channel
Interface & Power
• USB connectivity (Type B connector, USBTMC protocol)
• USB bus-powered operation (5V DC typical)
Software & Control
• IVI-COM drivers
• SCPI command set support
• Compatible with Keysight VEE, MATLAB, LabVIEW, and C/C++ development environments
– Key Features
• Modular USB-powered design for portable and bench-top applications
• Independent control and measurement on all three channels
• Direct integration with industry-standard test programming platforms
• DC sourcing and measurement in single instrument
– Typical Applications
• Semiconductor device characterization (transistors, diodes, integrated circuits)
• Electronic component verification (resistors, capacitors, inductors)
• Sensor and actuator evaluation
• Small module and subsystem testing
– Compatibility & Integration
The U2722A operates through USBTMC protocol and supports IVI-COM driver architecture, enabling seamless incorporation into existing ATE frameworks and custom measurement systems built on standard engineering software platforms.
