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Keysight 3245A Universal Source

The Keysight 3245a is a universal source that combines a precision DC voltage and current source a synthesized function generator and an arbitrary waveform generator in one 3.5-inch tall instrument. Originally made by Hewlett Packard and later carried under the Agilent and Keysight names it works as a versatile bench source or as part of a computer aided test system and for many users it may be the only source they need.

Key Features

• Precision DC outputs: voltage and current with 6½ digits of resolution
• High-resolution mode: 24-bit resolution with 60 ppm 90 day accuracy
• Fast low-resolution mode: 12-bit resolution with 100 µs settling with seven voltage ranges
• Voltage ranges: two high resolution ranges, ±1 V and ±10 V
• Current output: four ranges from 0.1 mA to 100 mA
• Synthesized AC waveforms: sine, square, and triangle to 1 MHz, plus arbitrary waveforms
• Ramp and variable-duty pulse: up to 100 kHz, with duty cycle selectable from 5% to 95%
• AC accuracy: 0.4% amplitude accuracy
• Frequency performance: 0.001 Hz resolution and 50 ppm accuracy with phase continuous frequency changes
• Selectable output impedance: 0 Ω or 50 Ω
• Floating outputs: outputs from front or rear terminals
• Setup storage: non volatile storage of up to 14 instrument setups
• Triggering and sync: selectable trigger sources, including internal buses, external inputs, and software triggering plus a sync pulse output
• Programmability: downloadable subroutines plus optional software for waveform modification
• Optional second channel (Option 001): adds a second independently programmable output
• Optional high-voltage option (Option 002): a 10× amplifier for a 100 V output

Typical Applications

• Testing A/D converters and voltage to frequency converters
• VCO and transducer testing
• Precision DC and AC calibration sources
• Automated test systems and production test
• General purpose bench source for design and R&D

Why Choose It

The Keysight 3245a gives you precision DC accurate AC and arbitrary waveform generation in a single compact unit which saves bench space and cost over separate instruments. Its fine resolution, floating outputs, and programmability make it a strong choice for both bench work and automated test setups.