The Keysight E4980AL Precision LCR Meter is an industry-standard benchtop instrument for component and material evaluation. It provides accurate, reliable measurements across three frequency options (300 kHz, 500 kHz, and 1 MHz) and features high measurement speed, a 4.3-inch color display, and versatile connectivity for automated test systems.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | USB Host, USB Device, LAN (LXI Class-C), GPIB (optional via Option 1A7), Handler (optional via Option 201), Scanner (optional via Option 301) |
| Display | 4.3-inch color TFT LCD |
| Internal Setup Memory | 10 instrument setups |
| Warm-up Time | 30 minutes |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 90 to 264 V AC, 47 to 63 Hz, 150 VA max. |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 45 °C |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 370 mm × 105 mm × 390 mm |
| Weight | 5.3 kg |
Measurement Parameters & Functions
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Primary Measurement Parameters | |Z|, |Y|, Ls, Lp, Cs, Cp, Rs, Rp, Rdc |
| Secondary Measurement Parameters | D, Q, Theta (deg), Theta (rad), Xs, G, B |
| Equivalent Circuit Modes | Series, Parallel |
| Impedance Measurement Range | 100 mohm to 100 Mohm |
| Phase Angle Range | -180 deg to 180 deg |
| DC Resistance (Rdc) Range | 0.00001 ohm to 100 Mohm |
Test Signal Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Test Frequency Range | 20 Hz to 300 kHz (Option 032) / 500 kHz (Option 052) / 1 MHz (Option 102) |
| Test Signal Voltage Range | 100 uVrms to 2 Vrms |
| Test Signal Current Range | 50 uArms to 20 mArms |
| Source Output Impedance | 100 ohm (nominal) |
| Automatic Level Control (ALC) | Signal voltage, Signal current |
Measurement Speed & Accuracy
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Basic Impedance Accuracy | ±0.05% |
| Measurement Time (Short Mode) | 12 ms |
| Measurement Time (Medium Mode) | 118 ms |
| Measurement Time (Long/Precise Mode) | 343 ms |
| Averaging Factor Range | 1 to 256 |
DC Bias Source
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Internal DC Bias Voltage Range | 0 V, 1.5 V, 2 V |
Sweep & Graphic Analysis
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Sweep Parameters | Frequency, Test Voltage, Test Current, DC Bias |
| Number of Sweep Points | Up to 201 points |
Calibration & Compensation
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Compensation Functions | Open, Short, Load |
| Cable Length Correction Settings | 0 m, 1 m, 2 m, 4 m |
Hardware Interfaces & Connectivity
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Test Port Configuration | 4-terminal pair (BNC) |
| USB Ports | USB-Host (front), USB-Device (rear) |
| LAN Port | 10/100 Base-T (LXI Class C compliant) |
| GPIB Interface | Optional via Option E4980AL-1A7 |
Display & User Interface
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Display Size | 4.3 inch |
| Display Type | Color TFT LCD |
Environmental & Compliance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Humidity Range | 15% to 85% RH (non-condensing) |
| Storage Temperature Range | -20 to 60 °C |
Power & Physical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply Voltage Range | 90 V to 264 V AC |
| Power Supply Frequency Range | 47 Hz to 63 Hz |
| Power Consumption | 150 VA max. |
Measurement Signal
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Options | Option 032 (20 Hz to 300 kHz), Option 052 (20 Hz to 500 kHz), Option 102 (20 Hz to 1 MHz) |
| Test Signal Voltage Resolution | 100 µV to 1 mV (level dependent) |
| Test Signal Current Resolution | 1 µA to 10 µA (level dependent) |
Measurement Control
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Trigger Sources | Internal, Manual, External, Bus |
| Trigger Delay Range | 0 s to 999.9999 s |
| Step Delay Range | 0 s to 999.9999 s |
| Bin Sorting | 9 primary bins, secondary bin, out-of-bin, and auxiliary bin |
Interfaces
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interface Options | Option 201 (Handler Interface), Option 202 (Scanner Interface) |
| LXI Compliance | LXI Class C compliant |
Software & Control
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Command Language | SCPI |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Altitude | Up to 2,000 m |
| Storage Altitude | Up to 4,572 m |
Display
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Display Resolution | 6 digits |
Test Signal
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Test Signal Voltage Level Accuracy | ±(10% + 1 mVrms) |
| Test Signal Current Level Accuracy | ±(10% + 10 µArms) |
DC Bias
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Standard DC Bias Voltage Levels | 0 V / 1.5 V / 2.0 V |
| Standard DC Bias Voltage Accuracy | ±(5% + 2 mV) |
Compliance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Safety Standards | IEC 61010-1, EN 61010-1, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-1 |
| EMC Standards | IEC 61326-1, EN 61326-1, AS/NZS CISPR 11, ICES/NMB-001 |
Applications
LCR and Impedance Measurement