The Keysight Technologies (formerly Agilent / HP) 4349B is a high-performance 4-channel high resistance meter designed for rapid, simultaneous testing of multiple device-under-test (DUT) components, such as capacitors. Offering high-speed measurements, basic accuracy of 0.6%, and built-in error correction, it is ideal for high-volume manufacturing environments.

Specifications

General

ParameterValue
InterfacesGPIB, Handler
DisplayVFD
Warm-up Time30 minutes

Physical

ParameterValue
Power Supply90 V to 132 V / 198 V to 264 V AC, 47 Hz to 66 Hz, <= 40 VA
Operating Temperature0 to 55 °C
Dimensions (W×H×D)320 mm × 100 mm × 450 mm
Weight6.5 kg

Measurement Specifications

ParameterValue
Number of Channels4 channels (simultaneous multiple DUT testing)
Resistance Measurement Range1 kΩ to 10^15 Ω
Current Measurement Range1 pA to 100 μA
Basic Accuracy2%
Measurement Speed (Fastest)9.5 ms
Contact Checking Speed2 ms / point
Measurement ParametersR, I
DC Voltage Source RequirementExternal DC source required (no internal DC source)

Triggering and Timing

ParameterValue
Trigger Delay Range0 to 6500 ms

Display & Panel Functions

ParameterValue
Setup RegistersSave and recall up to 10 configurations

Physical and Environmental

ParameterValue
Operating Humidity Range≤ 95% RH @ 40 °C (non-condensing)
Storage Temperature Range-40 °C to 70 °C

Power Supply

ParameterValue
Line Frequency47 Hz to 66 Hz
Power Consumption40 VA max

Interfaces & Control

ParameterValue
Command SetSCPI

Measurement Capabilities

ParameterValue
Math FunctionsDeviation (Δ), Percent Deviation (Δ%)
Comparator LimitsHigh/In/Low limits for each channel

Inputs & Outputs

ParameterValue
External Voltage Source InputUp to 1000 V DC
Input Connector TypeCustom Triaxial
External Trigger InputBNC (female), TTL level
Handler Interface36-pin

Configuration Options

ParameterValue
Channel Options4-channel (Option 001) or 2-channel (Option 002)

Contact Check

ParameterValue
Contact Check Threshold Range1 pF to 30 pF

Measurement

ParameterValue
Ranging ModesAuto, Manual
Measurement Averaging1 to 256
Aperture Time SettingsShort, Medium, Long

Display

ParameterValue
Display Resolution Settings3, 4, or 5 digits

Applications

High volume capacitor testing, high resistance material testing, and multi-channel DUT characterization