The Keysight Agilent HP E8404A is a high-performance, 13-slot, C-size VXI mainframe designed for demanding automated test equipment (ATE) applications. It features a robust 1000 W power supply with excellent cooling capacity, solid-state automatic daisy-chaining, and an enhanced diagnostic monitor with an integrated LCD display to continuously track system temperatures, voltages, currents, and fan speeds.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | RS-232 (diagnostic serial port) |
| Display | 2-line x 20-character LCD diagnostic monitor |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 90 - 264 VAC, 47 - 66 Hz / 360 - 440 Hz |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 55 °C |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 424.5 mm × 352 mm × 631 mm |
| Weight | 20.3 kg |
Mainframe Architecture
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Number of Slots | 13 |
| Card Size Supported | C-size |
| VXIbus Revision Compliance | Revision 1.4 |
| Daisy Chaining | Solid-state automatic daisy chaining |
Physical and Mechanical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Chassis Rack Height | 8 U |
| Cooling System Design | Single impeller fan with automated speed control |
Power Supply Outputs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Usable Power | 1000 W |
| Total Peak Power | 1587 W |
| +5V Peak Current | 90 A |
| -5.2V Peak Current | 60 A |
| +12V Peak Current | 15 A |
| +24V Peak Current | 15 A |
| -2V Peak Current | 30 A |
| +5V Dynamic Current | 9.0 A |
| -5.2V Dynamic Current | 6.0 A |
| +12V Dynamic Current | 3.0 A |
| +24V Dynamic Current | 1.5 A |
| -2V Dynamic Current | 3.0 A |
System Monitoring and Diagnostics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Enhanced Monitoring Capabilities | Voltages, currents, temperatures, fan speeds, history log |
Environmental and Standards
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature Range | -40 to +75 °C |
| Operating Humidity Range | Up to 95% RH (non-condensing) |
| Operating Altitude | Up to 3000 m |
AC Input
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| AC Input Voltage | 90 - 264 VAC (auto-ranging) |
| AC Input Frequency | 47 - 66 Hz / 360 - 440 Hz |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 1500 VA |
System Monitoring
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Diagnostic Connector | 25-pin D-sub (rear panel) |
Cooling
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Cooling Capacity per Slot | 100 W (at 10°C temperature rise) |
| Acoustic Noise (High Speed) | 52.5 dBA |
| Acoustic Noise (Auto Speed) | 40 dBA |
| Cooling Fan Speed Control | Auto / High (switch selectable) |
Standards & Compliance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Safety Compliance | UL 3111-1, CSA C22.2 No. 1010.1, EN 61010-1 |
Power Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Ripple and Noise (+5V, -5.2V, -2V) | < 50 mV p-p |
| Ripple and Noise (+12V, -12V) | < 50 mV p-p |
| Ripple and Noise (+24V, -24V) | < 150 mV p-p |
Backplane Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| CLK10 Frequency | 10 MHz |
| CLK10 Accuracy | < 100 ppm |
Monitoring
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Monitored Parameters | Power supply voltages, power supply temperature, slot temperatures, fan speed |
Technology
VXIbus
Applications
Automated Test Equipment (ATE), Modular Test Systems