Keysight Technologies B2900A Series User manual

Conguration Guide

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Keysight B2900A Series

Precision Source/Measure Unit

02 | Keysight | B2900A Series Precision Source/Measure Unit - Conguration Guide

Congure Your Keysight B2900A Series Precision Source/Measure Unit

The Keysight B2900A Series Source/Measure Unit (SMU) series contains the following four models.

–B2901A Precision Source/Measure Unit, 1ch, 100fA resolution, 210V, 3A DC/10.5A pulse

–B2902A Precision Source/Measure Unit, 2ch, 100fA resolution, 210V, 3A DC/10.5A pulse

–B2911A Precision Source/Measure Unit, 1ch, 10fA resolution, 210V, 3A DC/10.5A pulse

–B2912A Precision Source/Measure Unit, 2ch, 10fA resolution, 210V, 3A DC/10.5A pulse

This conguration guide has step-by-step instructions to help you congure an SMU and its related accessories to meet specic test

requirements. For detailed specications, refer to the B2900A SMU series data sheet (publication number 5990-7009EN).

Step 1. Select B2900A Series model

There are two key parameters you need to select up-front: the number of measurement channels (one or two) and the SMU perfor-

mance level. The B2900A series comes in both standard (B2901A/B2902A) and high-performance (B2911A/B2912A) versions. Note:

After purchase it is not possible to upgrade an SMU to have more channels or to the high-performance version (if you currently have

the standard version).

The following items are supplied standard with each B2900A series SMU:

Product

Number

Number of

channels

Max output Min

source

resolution

Min

measure

resolution

Min

timing

interval Viewing mode

DC Pulse

B2901

210 V

3.03

200 V

10.5

100

Single, graph

B2902

210 V

3.03

200 V

10.5

100

Single, dual, graph

B29

11A

210 V

3.03

200 V

10.5

100

Single, graph, roll

B2912

210 V

3.03

200 V

10.5

100

Single, dual, graph,

roll

Description Qty. Additional Information

Product Reference CD

1ea

Contains electronic user manuals files, drivers and software

Keysight I/O Libraries CD

1ea

Contains driver and installation software for the Keysight I/O library

Quick Reference

1ea

Printed reference for quick startup (English)

Certificate of Calibration

(without test data)

1ea

Certificate of calibration (without actual test data). If you need the test

data, please specify option UK6.

USB cable

1ea

USB cable (1.8 m). Orderable parts number is 8121-1696.

03 | Keysight | B2900A Series Precision Source/Measure Unit - Conguration Guide

Step 2. Add optional localized User’s Guide

The B2900A manuals (User’s Guide, etc.) are included in PDF format on the CD-ROM shipped with the B2900A. If you need printed

manuals then they can be ordered using the part numbers shown below.

The EasyEXPERT group+ software manuals (User’s Guide) are also included in PDF format on the CD-ROM shipped with the B2900A.

If you need printed manuals then they can be ordered using the part numbers shown below.

Step 3. Select optional accessories

Step 3-1. Choose a rack mount kit (optional)

Description Product Number Additional Information

Paper Manual (Use

r’s Guide),

English

B2901A-AB

B2902A-AB

B29

11A-ABA

B2912A-AB

Printed copy

Paper Manual (User’s Guide), Japanese

B2901A-ABJ

B2902A-ABJ

B29

11A-ABJ

B2912A-ABJ

Printed copy

Paper Manual (Use

r’s Guide), Traditional

Chinese

B2901A-AB0

B2902A-AB0

B2911A-AB0

B2912A-AB0

Printed copy

Paper Manual (Use

r’s Guide), Simplified

Chinese

B2901A-AB2

B2902A-AB2

B29

11A-AB2

B2912A-AB2

Printed copy

Download the Product Manual from the

Keysight website

B2901A-0B0

B2902A-0B0

B2911A-0B0

B2912A-0B0

No printed copy

Description Product Number Additional Information

Rack Mount Kit

B2901A-1CM

B2902A-1CM

B29

11A-1CM

B2912A-1CM

Rack mount kit for the B2900

A series.

2U height EI

A and 1/2 rack width.

Description Product Number Additional Information

Paper Manual (Use

r’s Guide),

English

B1540-90007

B1540-90021

Printed copy, Volume 1 for EasyEXPERT group+

Paper Manual (User’s Guide),

Japanese

B1540-97007

B1540-97021

Printed copy, Volume 1 for EasyEXPERT group+

Printed copy, Volume 2 for EasyEXPERT group+

04 | Keysight | B2900A Series Precision Source/Measure Unit - Conguration Guide

Step 3. Select optional accessories (continued)

Step 3-2. Determine if you need to make 4-wire or guarded measurements

The B2900A SMUs support both 2-wire and 4-wire measurement. The default connection scheme is the simpler 2-wire conguration,

which uses only the force terminals. In 2-wire mode the sense terminals are left open.

If you are measuring very small resistances or applying very large currents then you should use the 4-wire measurement method (also

known as the Kelvin method). This technique uses both the force and sense terminals, and by making the measurement through the

sense terminals (in which no current is owing) the effects of cable resistance are eliminated.

Low current measurements (< 1nA) require guarding to prevent leakage through the measurement cable. The schematic shown below

provides a simplied overview of the guarding technique. Guarded measurements require the use of triaxial cables. A follower (x1)

buffer amplier keeps the guard conductor at the same potential as the center conductor. Since there is no voltage difference, no

current can ow from the center conductor to the guard. Note: In this example, even the test xture has a guarded shield to prevent

leakage at the test xture.

DUT

High Force

Low Force

Low Sense

High Sense

DUT

High Force

Low Force

2-wire connections 4-wire connections

DUT

Common

Guard

Force

Shield

Guard Shield

Guarding Technique

05 | Keysight | B2900A Series Precision Source/Measure Unit - Conguration Guide

Step 3. Select optional accessories (continued)

Step 3-2. Determine if you need to make 4-wire or guarded measurements (continued)

1. Unguarded 2-Wire connection scheme

2. Unguarded 4-Wire connection scheme

Recommended Connection Easy Connection

Typical connection

example

Recommended

accessories

U8201

Combo test lead kit

1059A

Kelvin probe set

DUT U8201A

The 11059A simplifies connectivity but does not

support voltage magnitudes greater than ± 42 V.

DUT

11059A

(Max. Voltage: ± 42 V)

Recommended Connection Easy Connection

Typical connection

example

Recommended

accessories

U8201

Combo test lead kit

1059A

Kelvin probe set

DUT U8201A DUT 11059A

(Max. Voltage: ± 42 V)

U8201A

The 11059A simplifies connectivity but does not

support voltage magnitudes greater than ± 42 V.

06 | Keysight | B2900A Series Precision Source/Measure Unit - Conguration Guide

Step 3. Select optional accessories (continued)

Step 3-2. Determine if you need to make 4-wire or guarded measurements (continued)

3. Guarded 2-Wire connection scheme

4. Guarded 4-Wire connection scheme

Recommended Connection

Typical connection

example

Recommended

accessories

16494A-001

2ea

Low leakage Triaxial cable (1.5 m)

16494A-001

2ea

Low leakage

riaxial cable (1.5 m)

N1294A-001

1ea

Banana - Triaxial Adapter for

2-wire (non-Kelvin) connection

N1294A-001

1ea

Banana - Triaxial Adapter for

2-wire (non-Kelvin) connection

N1295

1ea

Device/component test fixture

16442B

1ea

Test Fixture for general use

N1294A-001

16494A-001

N1295A

DUT

Force

1 Sense

(Force)

SMU

DUT SMU 1

SMU 2

N1294A-001

16494A-001

16442B

The N1295A does not support

voltages greater than ± 42 V.

The 16442B supports

voltages up to 200 V.

N1294A-002

16494A-001

Force

Sense

(Force)

SMU

DUT

SMU 1

SMU 2

16442B

Force

Guard

SMU 3

16494A-001

Recommended Connection

Typical connection

example

Recommended

accessories

16494A-001

3ea

Low leakage

Triaxial cable (1.5 m)

N1294A-002

1ea

Banana -

Triaxial Adapter for 4-wire (Kelvin) connection

16442B

1ea

est Fixture for general use

07 | Keysight | B2900A Series Precision Source/Measure Unit - Conguration Guide

Step 3. Select optional accessories (continued)

Step 3-3. Consider interlock circuit (optional)

To prevent accidental exposure to dangerously high voltages, the B2900A SMUs have a safety interlock. They cannot source voltages

greater than ± 42 V unless the interlock circuit is closed. This is achieved using pins 16 and 24 on the rear Digital I/O output. Normally,

these pins are routed to a shielding box or test xture that must be closed to complete the interlock circuit.

If you are using the 16442B test xture then you can use the N1294A-011 or 012 interlock cables to connect to the interlock circuit. If

you are not using the 16442B then you should install an interlock circuit as shown in the gure below. For more detailed information,

please refer to “Installing the Interlock Circuit” in the Keysight B2900A Series User’s Guide.

Step 3-4. Determine if you use the B2900A series with multiple free software control options (optional)

The B2900A series has multiple free software control options, allowing you to choose the solution that best ts your particular application.

B2900A

Digital I/O

Dsub cable

15, 19

24, 25

15, 19

LED

Negative or Positive

Mechanical switches

Access door

Interlock circuit

D-sub connector

22, 23

17, 18

Shielding box

16, 17

Software Control Option Available interface Description

BenchVue GPIB, USB, LAN Source constant voltage or current and control other

Keysight instruments

Graphical Web Interface LAN Use your web browser to make basic measurements

Quick I/V Measurement Software GPIB, USB, LAN A common software solution for the entire B2900 family

EasyEXPERT group+ GPIB Powerful software for detailed characterization and

analysis of devices, circuits and materials

–82357B GPIB-USB Interface is required for software control through GPIB interface.

–1.8 m USB cable is furnished with the B2900A series for software control through USB interface.

–LAN cable is required for software control through LAN interface.

–The EasyEXPERT group+ software supports multiple unit control with synchronization. Please see the next page in detail.

Description Product Number Description

Interlock cable (1.5 m) N1294A-011 Interlock cable for 16442A/B test xture (GPIO Dsub25 to

6pin mini plug)

Interlock cable (3.0 m) N1294A-012

08 | Keysight | B2900A Series Precision Source/Measure Unit - Conguration Guide

Step 3. Select optional accessories (continued)

Step 3-4. Determine if you use the B2900A series with multiple free software control options (optional)

The EasyEXPERT group+ software is capable to control up to 4 units of the B2900A SMUs at the same time. It is required to

make a connection of trigger lines in order to synchronize one unit to the others when you use multiple units of the B2900A

SMUs with the EasyEXPERT group+ software. Only GPIB connection is available for the EasyEXPERT group+.

1. Use a single unit of the B2900A SMU

Recommended accessories for synchronization

B2900A 1ea Precision Source/Measure Unit

82357B 1ea USB/GPIB interface

2. Use two units of the B2900A SMU

Recommended accessories for synchronization

B2900A 2ea Precision Source/Measure Unit

82357B 1ea USB/GPIB interface

N1294A-032 1ea Digital I/O Trigger Cable for Multiple Unit Control

10833D 1ea GPIB cable (0.5m)

3. Use three units of the B2900A SMU

Recommended accessories for synchronization

B2900A 3ea Precision Source/Measure Unit

82357B 1ea USB/GPIB interface

N1294A-032 1ea Digital I/O Trigger Cable for Multiple Unit Control

10833D 2ea GPIB cable (0.5m)

82357B

10833D

N1294A-032

82357B

10833D

N1294A-032

09 | Keysight | B2900A Series Precision Source/Measure Unit - Conguration Guide

Step 3. Select optional accessories (continued)

Step 3-4. Determine if you use the B2900A SMUs with EasyEXPERT group+ software (continued)

The EasyEXPERT group+ software is capable to control up to 4 units of the B2900A SMUs at the same time. It is required to

make a connection of trigger lines in order to synchronize one unit to the others when you use multiple units of the B2900A

SMUs with the EasyEXPERT group+ software. Only GPIB connection is available for the EasyEXPERT group+.

4. Use 4 units of the B2900A SMUs

Recommended accessories for synchronization

B2900A 4ea Precision Source/Measure Unit

82357B 1ea USB/GPIB interface

N1294A-032 1ea Digital I/O Trigger Cable for Multiple Unit Control

10833D 3ea GPIB cable (0.5m)

Step 3-5. Select additional accessories (optional)

The following optional accessories are available for specialized requirements.

Description Product Number Additional Information

Low leakage Triaxial cable (1.5 m) 16494A-001 16494A triaxial cable supports up to 200 V and 1 A.

Low leakage Triaxial cable (3.0 m) 16494A-002

Low leakage Triaxial cable (0.8 m) 16494A-003

Low leakage Triaxial cable (0.4 m) 16494A-004

Low leakage Triaxial cable (4.0 m) 16494A-005

High Current Triaxial cable (1.5m) 16493L-001 16493L triaxial cable supports current higher than 1 A.

High Current Triaxial cable (3.0m) 16493L-0 02

Coax cable (1.5 m) 16493B-001 16493B coax cable supports up to 40 V and 200 mA.

Coax cable (3.0 m) 16493B-002

High Current BNC Coax cable (1.5 m) 16493U-001 16493U coax cable supports up to 40 V and 20 A pulse.

High Current BNC Coax cable (3.0 m) 16493U-002

Coaxial BNC cable (1.2 m) U2921A-100

Combo test lead kit U8201A

Kelvin probe set 11059A

82357B

10833D

N1294A-032

10 | Keysight | B2900A Series Precision Source/Measure Unit - Conguration Guide

Step 3. Select optional accessories (continued)

Step 3-5. Select additional accessories (continued)

Description Product Number Additional Information

Triaxial(m) to BNC (f) adaptor N1254A-101

Triaxial(f) to BNC (m) adaptor N125 4A-102

Triaxial(m) to BNC (f) adaptor N1254A-103

Triaxial (f) to BNC (m) adaptor N1254A-104

Triaxial (f) to BNC (m) adaptor N1254A-105

Triaxial (m) to BNC (f) adaptor N1254A-106

Triaxial (m) to Triaxial (f) adaptor N1254A-107

Coax Tee Adapter (m-f-f) 1250-2405

Triaxial Tee Adapter (f-m-f) 1250-1551

Digital I/O cable (1.5 m) 16493G-001 To synchronize triggering between member of the

B2900A Series

Digital I/O cable (3.0 m) 16493G-002

Digital I/O T-cable N1253A-100 To synchronize triggering between member of the

B2900A Series

Interlock cable (1.5 m) N1294A-011 Interlock cable for the 16442A/B test xture (GPIO Dsub-25 to 6-pin

mini plug)

Interlock cable (3.0 m) N1294A-012

GPIO - BNC Trigger Adapter N1294A-031

Digital I/O Trigger Cable for Multiple Unit

Control

N1294A-032 Required to use EasyEXPERT group+ software with

multiple units

USB A-BI-O Cable (2.0 m) 8121-1696 USB A-B I-O cable

USB/GPIB interface 82357B

Banana - Triaxial Adapter for 2-wire (non

Kelvin) connection

N1294A-001

Banana - Triaxial Adapter for 4-wire

(Kelvin) connection

N1294A-002

Device/component test xture N1295A

Test Fixture for E5270 and general use 16442B

GPIB cable (1.0 m) 10833A

GPIB cable (2.0 m) 10833B

GPIB cable (4.0 m) 10833C

GPIB cable (0.5 m) 10833D

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