The Keithley 2636B is a dual-channel System SourceMeter (SMU) designed for high-precision I-V characterization and testing. As part of the 2600B series, it features industry-leading low current sensitivity with a 100 pA measurement range and 0.1 fA resolution, making it ideal for semiconductor and advanced materials testing. It includes built-in Test Script Processor (TSP) technology for high-throughput automated testing without PC intervention.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | GPIB (IEEE-488.2), USB 2.0 (Host and Device), LAN (LXI Core 2011), RS-232 |
| Display | Dot matrix Vacuum Fluorescent Display (VFD) |
| Warranty | 1 year |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 100 V to 240 V AC, 50 Hz / 60 Hz, 250 VA max |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 50 |
| Weight | 5.5 |
General Features
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Number of Channels | 2 |
| Display Resolution (Digits) | 6.5 digits |
Voltage Source Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Voltage Ranges | 200 mV, 2 V, 20 V, 200 V |
| Maximum Output Voltage | 200 V |
Current Source Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Output Current | 1.5 A DC (10 A Pulse) |
Pulse Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Pulse Current | 10 A |
| Maximum Pulse Voltage | 200 V |
System Speeds and Timing
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Reading Rate to Memory | 20,000 readings/s |
Interfaces and Connectivity
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Expansion Bus | TSP-Link (up to 32 nodes) |
Software and Control
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Embedded Scripting Language | TSP (Test Script Processor) |
| Web Interface | Built-in LXI web page |
Environmental and Safety
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Calibration Cycle | 1 year |
Power and Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Form Factor / Rack Units | 2U, half-rack |
General Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Power Consumption | 250 VA |
| Warm-up Time | 2 hours to rated accuracies |
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Common Mode Voltage | 250 V DC (from any terminal to earth) |
| Minimum Voltage Source Resolution | 5 µV |
| Remote Sense | 2-wire or 4-wire configurations |
Capabilities
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Sweep Types | Linear, Logarithmic, Custom list |
Software & Control
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| LXI Compliance | LXI Core 2011 (Version 1.4) |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | -25 °C to 65 °C |
| Operating Altitude | Up to 2000 m |
| Cooling | Forced air, side intake and rear exhaust |
Inputs & Outputs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Connector Type | 3-lug triaxial (rear panel) |
Compliance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Safety Standards | EN 61010-1, UL 61010-1 |
| EMC Compliance | EN 61326-1 |
Technology
Test Script Processor (TSP)
Applications
I-V Characterization, Semiconductor Test, High-Sensitivity Measurement