Keysight N6700 Series Modular Power System
7 models with full specifications from Keysight Technologies (Agilent HP).
The Keysight Technologies N6700 Series Modular Power System is a highly flexible platform designed for automated test equipment (ATE) and benchtop R&D environments. By housing up to four single-slot DC power modules in a single mainframe, this system allows engineers to configure precise combinations of basic, high-performance, and precision outputs. The platform accommodates a wide selection of modules—including the N6730, N6740, N6750, N6760, and N6770 Series—with power ratings ranging from 50 W to 300 W. Utilizing either a low-profile system mainframe or the N6705C DC Power Analyzer, technical buyers can customize voltage, current, and measurement capabilities to match distinct device-under-test requirements.
- Mainframe Slots
- 4 slots
- Max Mainframe Power
- 1200 W
- Module Families
- N6730, N6740, N6750, N6760, N6770
- Supported Interfaces
- GPIB, LAN, USB
Models in this series
| Model | Type | Operating Temperature | Current Programming Accuracy | Interfaces |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| N6750 Series - 50W, 100W, 300W Modules | Agilent HP | 0 to 55 °C | 0.04% of output + 2.5 mA (for 1A to 6A outputs); 0.04% of output + 5 mA (for 3A outputs); 0.04% of output + 15 mA (for 15A output) | Via N6700 series mainframe: LAN (LXI C), USB 2.0, GPIB |
| N6740 Series - 100W Modules | Agilent HP | 0 to 55 | ±(0.15% + 20 mA) for N6741B; ±(0.15% + 12.5 mA) for N6742B; ±(0.15% + 5 mA) for N6743B; ±(0.15% + 2.8 mA) for N6744B; ±(0.15% + 1.6 mA) for N6745B; ±(0.15% + 1 mA) for N6746B | Provided by mainframe (USB, LAN/LXI, GPIB) |
| N6730 Series - 50W Modules | Agilent HP | 0 to 55 | 0.15% + 5 mA to 10 mA (model dependent) | — |
| N6700 Series - Mainframes and Systems | Agilent HP | 0 to 55 | — | GPIB, LAN, USB |
| N6770 Series - 300W Modules | Agilent HP | 0 °C to 55 °C | — | — |
| N6760 Series - 50W, 100W Modules | Agilent HP | 0 °C to 55 °C | 0.04% + 200 µA | — |
| N6705C | Power | 0 to 55 | — | LAN (LXI Core), USB 2.0 (Host and Device), GPIB |
Modular Mainframe Architecture
The foundation of the system is a four-slot mainframe that determines the total power capacity and physical form factor of the setup. For rack-mount applications, the N6700 Series low-profile mainframes fit in a 1U space. These include the N6700B/N6710B (400 W total power), N6701A/N6711A (600 W), and N6702A/N6712A (1200 W). For benchtop R&D, the N6705C DC Power Analyzer provides a 4U mainframe with a built-in color LCD. The N6705C acts as a comprehensive instrument hub, integrating a digital multimeter (DMM), oscilloscope, data logger, and arbitrary waveform generator (AWG) alongside standard DC power supply output control.
Basic DC Power Modules
For applications requiring reliable, programmable voltage and current without advanced source-measure performance, Keysight offers three basic module families. The N6730 Series modules provide 50 W of output, ranging from the 5 V, 10 A N6731B to the 100 V, 0.5 A N6736B. The N6740 Series raises the output to 100 W, featuring models like the 5 V, 20 A N6741B and the 100 V, 1 A N6746B. For higher power needs, the 300 W N6770 Series contains models such as the N6773A (20 V, 15 A) and the N6776A (100 V, 3 A). Up to four identical N6770 modules can be connected in parallel for increased current capacity.
High-Performance and Precision Modules
For demanding testing, the high-performance and precision families provide advanced accuracy and speed. The N6750 Series modules are high-performance, autoranging units available in 50 W, 100 W, and 300 W configurations, offering low noise and fast programming. The N6760 Series (including the 50 W N6761A and 100 W N6762A) focuses on precision control and measurement in the milliampere and microampere ranges. The N6760 series features dual-range capabilities with a 100 mA low range, 0.016% + 6 mV voltage programming accuracy, and can support microampere measurements down to 100 nA accuracy with Option 2UA.
Frequently asked questions
- Can N6770 Series modules be run in parallel?
- Yes, up to 4 identical N6770 Series modules can be connected in parallel to achieve higher output current.
- What integrated instrument functions does the N6705C mainframe provide?
- The N6705C benchtop mainframe integrates digital multimeter (DMM), oscilloscope, data logger, and arbitrary waveform generator (AWG) capabilities into a single unit with a front-panel color LCD.
- Which module series is best for measuring low-level leakage current?
- The N6760 Series (N6761A and N6762A) is designed for precision microampere and milliampere measurements, and supports Option 2UA for microampere range measurement accuracy down to 100 nA.