The Keysight (formerly Agilent HP) 6038A is a reliable 240W autoranging system DC power supply designed for test system integrators who require a space-efficient and responsive power solution. Operating on the GPIB (HP-IB) interface, the 6038A offers precise voltage and current programing alongside full analog control capabilities in a compact 3U form factor.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | GPIB (IEEE-488), Analog/Resistance Control |
| Display | Digital front-panel LED segment displays for voltage and current |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 120 VAC nominal (options for 100, 220, 240 VAC), 48-63 Hz, 450 VA max |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 55°C |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 425.5 mm × 132.6 mm × 503.7 mm |
| Weight | 9.6 kg |
| Cooling System | Forced-air cooling with internal fan (intake from front and sides, exhaust at rear) |
Output Ratings
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Output Power | 240 W |
| Voltage Output Range | 0 to 60 V |
| Current Output Range | 0 to 10 A |
Programming Accuracy
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Voltage Programming Accuracy | 0.035% + 40 mV |
| Current Programming Accuracy | 0.09% + 10 mA |
Readback Accuracy
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Voltage Readback Accuracy | 0.07% + 50 mV |
| Current Readback Accuracy | 0.2% + 11 mA |
Ripple & Noise
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Voltage Ripple and Noise (rms) | 3 mV |
| Voltage Ripple and Noise (peak-to-peak) | 30 mV |
| Current Ripple and Noise (rms) | 5 mA |
Regulation (Load and Line)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Voltage Load Regulation | 5 mV |
| Current Load Regulation | 10 mA |
| Voltage Line Regulation | 2 mV |
| Current Line Regulation | 5 mA |
Programming Resolution
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Voltage Programming Resolution | 15 mV |
| Current Programming Resolution | 2.5 mA |
Temperature Coefficient
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Voltage Temperature Coefficient | 0.007% + 0.4 mV per °C |
| Current Temperature Coefficient | 0.008% + 0.2 mA per °C |
Transient Response
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Transient Recovery Time | < 1 ms to recover to within 75 mV after a change from 90% to 100% (or 100% to 90%) of maximum rated current |
Protection and Isolation Features
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Overvoltage Protection (OVP) Trip Range | 2 V to 64 V |
| Overvoltage Protection (OVP) Accuracy | 1.6 V |
| Maximum Isolation Voltage | ±240 VDC (output to ground) |
Remote Sensing and Analog Programming
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Sense Compensation Voltage | 0.5 V per load lead |
| Analog Voltage Programming Range | 0 to 5 V or 0 to 10 V |
| Analog Resistance Programming Range | 0 to 4 kΩ or 0 to 8 kΩ |
Physical Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Rack Space | 3U |
| Shipping Weight | 11.4 kg |
AC Input
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Input Voltage Options | 100 VAC / 120 VAC / 220 VAC / 240 VAC (factory configured or user switchable) |
| Input Frequency Range | 48 - 63 Hz |
| Maximum Input Current | 4.5 A @ 120 VAC / 5.0 A @ 100 VAC / 2.5 A @ 220 VAC / 2.2 A @ 240 VAC |
| Maximum Input Power | 450 VA / 350 W |
| Power Factor | 0.9 (typical) |
| Typical Efficiency | 70% |
Programming Response Time
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Voltage Up-Programming Time (Full Load) | 15 ms |
| Voltage Up-Programming Time (No Load) | 15 ms |
| Voltage Down-Programming Time (Full Load) | 15 ms |
| Voltage Down-Programming Time (No Load) | 300 ms |
Stability
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Voltage Drift (8 Hours) | 0.03% + 5 mV |
| Current Drift (8 Hours) | 0.03% + 3 mA |
HP-IB (GPIB) Interface
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| HP-IB IEEE-488 Interface Capabilities | SH1, AH1, T6, L4, SR1, RL1, PP1, DC1, DT1, C0, E1 |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature Range | -40 °C to +75 °C |
Protection
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Overvoltage Protection (OVP) Resolution | 270 mV |
Resolution
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Voltage Readback Resolution | 15 mV |
| Current Readback Resolution | 3.75 mA |
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Command Processing Time | 15 ms (typical average time for output to begin to change after receipt of GPIB command) |
Protection Features
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Overtemperature Protection | Automatic shutdown when internal temperature limits are exceeded |
| Reverse Voltage Protection | Protected by internal diode across output terminals |
Operational Capabilities
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Parallel Operation | Up to 3 units in master/slave configuration |
| Series Operation | Up to 2 units can be connected in series (within maximum isolation voltage limits) |
Connectivity
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Rear Panel Output Connectors | Barrier block with screw terminals |
Technology
Autoranging DC Power Supply
Applications
Automated Test Equipment (ATE), laboratory bench power, design validation systems