The Keysight Technologies (formerly Agilent HP) 6060B is a 300 W, single-output DC electronic load designed for test systems and bench evaluation of DC power sources and components. Equipped with built-in measurements and GPIB programmability using standard SCPI commands, it offers flexible operating modes including Constant Current, Constant Voltage, and Constant Resistance along with comprehensive protection features.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | GPIB (IEEE-488) |
| DC Input Isolation Voltage | ±240 VDC |
| Recommended Calibration Interval | 1 year |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 55 °C |
Input Ratings
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Input Power | 300 W |
| Maximum Input Current | 60 A |
| Maximum Input Voltage | 60 V |
| Minimum Operating Voltage | 3 V (at 60 A) |
Constant Current (CC) Mode
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| CC Operating Ranges | 0 to 6 A, 0 to 60 A |
| CC Programming Accuracy | 0.1% ±75 mA |
| CC Regulation | 10 mA |
Constant Voltage (CV) Mode
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| CV Operating Range | 0 to 60 V |
| CV Programming Accuracy | 0.1% ±50 mV |
| CV Regulation | 10 mV (with remote sense) |
Constant Resistance (CR) Mode
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| CR Operating Ranges | 0.033 to 1 Ω / 1 to 1,000 Ω / 10 to 10,000 Ω |
| CR Programming Accuracy (1 kΩ range) | 0.3% ±8 mS (with ≥6V at input) |
Transient Operation
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Transient Frequency Range | 0.25 Hz to 10 kHz |
Protection Features
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Overvoltage Protection (OVP) | Included |
| Overcurrent Protection (OCP) | Included |
| Overtemperature Protection (OTP) | Included |
| Overpower Protection (OPP) | Included |
| Reverse Polarity Protection | Included |
Connectivity and System Control
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Command Language | SCPI (Standard Commands for Programmable Instruments) |
| Driver Support | VXI Plug & Play |
| Remote Sensing Terminals | Yes |
Readback Accuracy
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Voltage Readback Accuracy | ±(0.05% + 45 mV) |
| Current Readback Accuracy (60 A Range) | ±(0.12% + 65 mA) |
Resolution
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Voltage Programming Resolution | 16 mV |
| Current Programming Resolution (60 A Range) | 16 mA |
| Voltage Readback Resolution | 16 mV |
| Current Readback Resolution (60 A Range) | 16 mA |
Analog Outputs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Voltage Monitor Output | 0 to 10 V |
| Current Monitor Output | 0 to 10 V |
Isolation & Grounding
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Common-Mode Voltage | ±240 VDC |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature Range | -40 °C to +75 °C |
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Ripple and Noise (Current) | 4 mA rms / 40 mA p-p |
Inputs & Outputs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| External Analog Programming Voltage Range | 0 to 10 V |
| External Analog Programming Input Impedance | 10 kΩ nominal |
Power
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| AC Input Voltage Selection | 100 / 120 / 220 / 240 VAC (switchable) |
Technology
Solid-state DC Electronic Load
Applications
Power source evaluation, DC-DC converter testing, battery capacity testing, and general bench test applications