The BK Precision 894 is a high-accuracy bench LCR meter designed for precise impedance measurements of components and materials over a frequency range of 20 Hz to 500 kHz. Featuring a vivid 4.3-inch color TFT LCD, 0.05% basic impedance accuracy, and a versatile 201-point programmable list sweep function, the 894 is an ideal tool for R&D, manufacturing, and quality control. Standard interfaces include USB, RS232, and LAN.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | USB (Host and Device), LAN, GPIB, Handler |
| Display | 4.3-inch color TFT LCD, 480 x 272 resolution |
| Warm-Up Time | 30 minutes |
| Programming Command Set | SCPI |
| Warranty | 3 Years |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 110/220 V AC ±10%, 47 Hz to 63 Hz, power consumption < 80 VA |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 312 mm x 105 mm x 365 mm |
| Weight | 4.3 kg |
Measurement Parameters & Functions
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Primary Parameters | L, C, R, Z, Y, Rdc |
| Secondary Parameters | D, Q, X, G, B, θ (deg), θ (rad) |
| Equivalent Circuit Modes | Series, Parallel |
| Impedance Measurement Range (Z) | 0.00001 Ω to 99.9999 MΩ |
| Resistance Measurement Range (R) | 0.00001 Ω to 99.9999 MΩ |
| Reactance Measurement Range (X) | 0.00001 Ω to 99.9999 MΩ |
| DC Resistance Measurement Range (Rdc) | 0.00001 Ω to 99.9999 MΩ |
| Capacitance Measurement Range (C) | 0.00001 pF to 9999.99 mF |
| Inductance Measurement Range (L) | 0.00001 µH to 9999.99 H |
| Dissipation Factor Range (D) | 0.00001 to 9.99999 |
| Quality Factor Range (Q) | 0.00001 to 99999.9 |
| Conductance Range (G) | 0.01 nS to 999.999 S |
| Susceptance Range (B) | 0.01 nS to 999.999 S |
| Admittance Range (Y) | 0.01 nS to 999.999 S |
| Phase Angle Range (Degrees) | -179.999° to 179.999° |
| Phase Angle Range (Radians) | -3.14159 to 3.14159 |
| Math Functions | Deviation, % Deviation |
Test Signal Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Test Frequency Range | 20 Hz to 500 kHz |
| Test Frequency Resolution | 0.01 Hz |
| Test Frequency Accuracy | ±0.01% |
| Test Signal Voltage Range | 5 mVrms to 2.0 Vrms |
| Test Signal Current Range | 50 µArms to 66.7 mArms |
| Source Output Impedance | 30 Ω, 50 Ω, 100 Ω |
| Automatic Level Control (ALC) | Maintains constant voltage or current applied to the DUT |
| Test Signal Monitoring | Voltage (Vm) and Current (Im) monitoring |
Measurement Speed & Accuracy
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Basic Impedance Accuracy | 0.05% |
| Measurement Speed (Fast Mode) | 13 ms/reading |
| Measurement Speed (Medium Mode) | 67 ms/reading |
| Measurement Speed (Slow Mode) | 187 ms/reading |
| Trigger Sources | Internal, Manual, External, Bus |
DC Bias Source
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Internal DC Bias Voltage Range | -5 V to +5 V |
| Internal DC Bias Voltage Resolution | 1 mV |
| Internal DC Bias Voltage Accuracy | ±(1% + 2 mV) |
| Internal DC Bias Current Range | -50 mA to +50 mA |
| Internal DC Bias Current Resolution | 10 µA |
| Internal DC Bias Current Accuracy | ±(1% + 20 µA) |
Sweep & Graphic Analysis
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Sweep Parameters | Frequency, AC Voltage, AC Current, DC Voltage, DC Current |
| Sweep Type | Linear, Logarithmic |
| Number of Sweep Points | 201 points |
| List Sweep Function | 201-point programmable sweep |
Calibration & Compensation
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Open Compensation | Supported |
| Short Compensation | Supported |
| Load Compensation | Supported |
| Cable Length Correction | 0 m, 1 m, 2 m, 4 m |
Hardware Interfaces & Connectivity
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Test Port Configuration | 4-terminal pair |
| USB Host Port | Front panel USB port for data storage |
| USB Device Port | Rear panel USB (USBTMC / Virtual COM protocol) |
| LAN Port | Standard RJ45 interface |
| RS232 Port | Standard DB9 female interface |
| Handler Interface | Standard 36-pin optocoupler isolated interface |
Display & User Interface
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Display Type | Color TFT LCD |
| Display Size | 4.3-inch |
| Display Resolution | 480 x 272 pixels |
| Zoom Function | Enlarges measured values to full screen |
Environmental & Compliance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature Range | -10°C to 55°C |
| Storage Humidity Range | < 90% RH |
Supported Configurations & Accessories
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Included Accessories | 4-terminal fixture, Kelvin clip test leads, power cord, certificate of calibration |
| Transformer Measurement Parameters | Not supported |
Interfaces
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| GPIB Port | Standard |
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Measurement Resolution | 6-digit |
Measurement Control
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Averaging Factor | 1 to 255 |
| Trigger Delay Time | 0 ms to 60 s (1 ms steps) |
| Step Delay Time | 0 ms to 60 s (1 ms steps) |
| Cable Length Compensation | 0 m, 1 m, 2 m, 4 m |
| Comparator Bins | 9 primary bins (BIN1 to BIN9), OUT bin, and AUX bin |
DC Bias
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| External DC Bias Voltage | 0 to ±40 V |
Storage
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Internal Storage | Save/recall up to 100 setups (including 10 list sweep setups) |
| External Storage | USB host port supporting FAT16 and FAT32 file systems |
Power
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Consumption | 80 VA max. |
| Power Line Frequency | 47 Hz to 63 Hz |
Test Signal
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Test Signal AC Voltage Resolution | 100 µV (20 mV to 200 mV), 1 mV (200 mV to 2 V) |
| Test Signal AC Current Resolution | 1 µA (100 µA to 2 mA), 10 µA (2 mA to 20 mA) |
| Test Signal Voltage Accuracy | ±(10% + 2 mV) @ 1 kHz |
| Test Signal Current Accuracy | ±(10% + 10 µA) @ 1 kHz |
Transformer Measurements
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Turns Ratio Range | 0.9 to 200 |
| Mutual Inductance Range | 0.00001 µH to 99999.9 H |
| Leakage Inductance Range | 0.00001 µH to 99999.9 H |
| Primary/Secondary Resistance Range | 0.01 mΩ to 99.9999 MΩ |
Compliance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Safety Compliance | EN 61010-1 |
| EMC Compliance | EN 61326-1 |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Altitude | Up to 2000 m |
| Pollution Degree | 2 |
Technology
Impedance Measurement / LCR Metering
Applications
R&D, manufacturing, component testing, and quality control
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