The Keithley 2602B is a high-performance, dual-channel System SourceMeter SMU Instrument that delivers high speed, precision, and integration capabilities. Equipped with Keithley's Test Script Processor (TSP) technology, the 2602B combines a precision power supply, true current source, 6.5-digit DMM, arbitrary waveform generator, pulse generator, and electronic load into a single, tightly integrated instrument, making it an excellent solution for high-throughput production testing of semiconductors, LEDs, and materials.

Specifications

General

ParameterValue
DisplayDual-line vacuum fluorescent display (VFD)

Physical

ParameterValue
Power Supply100 V to 250 V AC, 50 Hz to 60 Hz (auto-sensing), 250 VA maximum
Operating Temperature0°C to 50°C
Dimensions (W×H×D)213 mm × 89 mm × 460 mm
Weight5.5 kg

Source Specifications

ParameterValue
Number of Channels2
Maximum Voltage Output40 V
Maximum Current Output3 A DC, 10 A pulsed
Maximum Output Power40.4 W per channel
Voltage Source Ranges100 mV, 1 V, 6 V, 40 V
Voltage Source Programming Resolution5 µV (on 100 mV range)
Voltage Source Basic Accuracy0.02%
Current Source Ranges100 nA, 1 µA, 10 µA, 100 µA, 1 mA, 10 mA, 100 mA, 1 A, 3 A, 10 A (pulse only)
Current Source Programming Resolution2 pA (on 100 nA range)
Current Source Basic Accuracy0.03%
Overvoltage Protection (OVP) RangeProgrammable up to 40 V
Overcurrent Protection (OCP) RangeProgrammable up to 10 A (pulse) or 3 A (DC)

Measure Specifications

ParameterValue
Voltage Measurement Ranges100 mV, 1 V, 6 V, 40 V
Voltage Measurement Resolution100 nV (at 6.5 digits, on 100 mV range)
Voltage Measurement Basic Accuracy0.015%
Current Measurement Ranges100 nA, 1 µA, 10 µA, 100 µA, 1 mA, 10 mA, 100 mA, 1 A, 3 A, 10 A (pulse only)
Current Measurement Resolution100 fA (at 6.5 digits, on 100 nA range)
Current Measurement Basic Accuracy0.02%
Integration Time Range (NPLC)0.001 to 25 NPLC
Input Impedance>10 GΩ (on <6V ranges)
Common Mode Voltage Limit250 V DC

Pulse Mode Specifications

ParameterValue
Maximum Peak Pulse Current10 A

Sweep & Sequencing Capabilities

ParameterValue
Supported Sweep TypesLinear, Logarithmic, List, Custom

System & Control Specifications

ParameterValue
Onboard Scripting LanguageTest Script Processor (TSP)
Reading Rate (To Buffer)20,000 readings per second (at 0.001 NPLC)
Digital I/O Lines14 lines
Digital I/O Connector25-pin female D-sub
A/D Converter Resolution24-bit

Connectivity & Interfaces

ParameterValue
USB Ports1 x USB 2.0 Host (front panel), 1 x USB 2.0 Device Type-B (rear panel)
Safety InterlockYes, via digital I/O connector

Power & Environmental

ParameterValue
Maximum Power Consumption250 VA
Storage Temperature Range-25°C to 65°C
Cooling MethodForced air cooling (internal fan)
Warm-up Time2 hours to rated specifications

Physical Characteristics

ParameterValue
Form FactorBench or 2U, half-rack width rack mount
Rack Mounting Kit AvailabilityYes, optional rack mount kits available

Compliance & Certifications

ParameterValue
Standard Calibration Interval1 year

Sensing

ParameterValue
Sensing Modes2-wire (local) and 4-wire (remote)
Maximum Sense Lead Resistance1 kΩ

Isolation & Safety

ParameterValue
Maximum Voltage LO to Chassis Ground250 V DC

Sourcing

ParameterValue
Maximum Normal Mode Load Capacitance10 nF

High Capacitance Mode

ParameterValue
High Capacitance Mode - Maximum Load Capacitance50 µF (typical)
High Capacitance Mode - Minimum Load Capacitance100 nF (typical)

Digital I/O

ParameterValue
Digital I/O Maximum Voltage5.25 V

Measurement Performance

ParameterValue
Ammeter Voltage Burden< 1 mV

Source Performance

ParameterValue
Voltage Source Transient Recovery Time< 70 µs

Environmental

ParameterValue
Maximum Operating Altitude2000 m

Power

ParameterValue
Power Supply Voltage Range100 V to 240 V AC

Technology

Source Measure Unit (SMU)

Applications

Semiconductor device characterization, LED and laser diode testing, precision component testing, and material research