The Keysight Agilent HP 6296A is a classic, highly reliable, convection-cooled linear DC power supply. Designed for bench and rack use, it operates in both constant-voltage (CV) and constant-current (CC) modes. It features a single-output rated at 180 Watts (0-60 V, 0-3 A), built-in remote sensing, analog programming, auto-series, auto-parallel, and auto-tracking capabilities with front and rear output terminals.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | Analog programming (voltage/resistance), remote sensing |
| Display | Dual front-panel analog meters (voltage and current) |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 115 VAC ±10%, single-phase, 57-63 Hz (230 VAC optional) |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 55 °C |
| Weight | 10.9 |
Output Ratings and Capabilities
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Number of Channels | 1 |
| Rated Output Voltage | 0 to 60 V |
| Rated Output Current | 0 to 3 A |
| Rated Output Power | 180 W |
| Output Configuration | Constant Voltage (CV) / Constant Current (CC) |
| Output Voltage Isolation | Up to 300 VDC above/below ground |
| Output Terminals | Front and rear output terminals |
Load and Line Regulation
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Voltage Line Regulation | 0.01% + 1 mV |
| Current Line Regulation | 0.05% + 1 mA |
| Voltage Load Regulation | 0.01% + 1 mV |
| Current Load Regulation | 0.05% + 1 mA |
Ripple and Noise
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Constant Voltage Ripple and Noise (Vrms) | 500 uV rms (20 Hz to 20 MHz) |
| Constant Voltage Ripple and Noise (Vp-p) | 25 mV peak-to-peak (20 Hz to 20 MHz) |
| Constant Current Ripple and Noise (Irms) | 3 mA rms (20 Hz to 20 MHz) |
Design & Features
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Voltage Control Type | Coarse and fine controls |
| Current Control Type | Coarse and fine controls |
| Remote Sensing | Supported |
| Auto-Series Capability | Supported |
| Auto-Parallel Capability | Supported |
| Auto-Tracking Capability | Supported |
Physical and Mechanical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Cooling System Design | Convection cooled |
| Form Factor | 5-1/4 inch height, half rack width |
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Transient Recovery Time | < 50 µs to within 15 mV following full to half (or half to full) load change |
| Voltage Temperature Coefficient | 0.01% + 1 mV per °C |
| Voltage Drift (8 hours) | 0.1% + 5 mV |
| Current Drift (8 hours) | 0.1% + 3 mA |
| Output Impedance (DC to 100 Hz) | 1.2 mΩ (typical) |
| Output Impedance (100 Hz to 1 kHz) | 12 mΩ (typical) |
| Output Impedance (1 kHz to 100 kHz) | 0.15 Ω (typical) |
| Output Impedance (100 kHz to 1 MHz) | 1.5 Ω (typical) |
| Remote Programming Coefficient (Current) | 333 Ω/A |
| Current Temperature Coefficient | 0.02% + 1 mA/°C |
Controls
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Voltage Control Resolution | 15 mV |
| Current Control Resolution | 10 mA |
Display & Meters
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Meter Accuracy | ±2% of full scale |
Protection
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Overvoltage Protection Crowbar Range | 10 V to 65 V (Option 011 dependent) |
Programming & Control
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Remote Programming Coefficient (Voltage) | 200 Ω/V |
Environmental
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature Range | -40 °C to +75 °C |
Power
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| AC Input Voltage | 115 VAC ±10% (standard) / 230 VAC ±10% (with Option 28) |
| AC Input Frequency Range | 48 Hz to 63 Hz |
| AC Input Current | 3.1 A (at 115 VAC) |
Technology
Linear
Applications
Precision DC laboratory power and analog system integration