Agilent Technologies 6011A, 6023A, 6010A, 6015A, 6012B User Manual

USER’S GUIDE

AGILENT 6010A, 6011A, 6012B, 6015A, 6023A and 6028A

DC AUTORANGING POWER SUPPLY

Agilent Part Number 5964-8120	Printed in Malaysia
Microfiche Part No. 5964-8121	September, 2004

CERTIFICATION

Agilent Technologies certifies that this product met its published specifications at time of shipment from the factory. Agilent Technologies further certifies that its calibration measurements are traceable to the United States National Bureau of Standards, to the extent allowed by the Bureau’s calibration facility, and to the calibration facilities of other International Standards Organization members.

WARRANTY

The 601xA/B and 602xA Agilent Technologies hardware products are warranted against defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from date of delivery. Agilent software and firmware products, that are designated by Agilent for use with a hardware product and when properly installed on that product, are warranted not to fail to execute their programming instructions due to defects in material and workmanship for a period of 90 days from date of delivery. During the warranty period Agilent Technologies will, at its option, either repair or replace products that prove to be defective. Agilent does not warrant that the operation for the software firmware, or hardware shall be uninterrupted or error free.

For warranty service, with the exception of warranty options, this product must be returned to a service facility designated by Agilent. Customer shall prepay shipping charges (and shall pay all duty and taxes) for products returned to Agilent for warranty service. Except for products returned to a Customer from another country, Agilent shall pay for return of products to the Customer.

Warranty services outside the country of initial purchase are included in Agilent's product price, only if Customer pays Agilent international prices (defined as destination local currency price, or U.S. or Geneva Export price).

If Agilent is unable, within a reasonable time to repair or replace any product to condition as warranted, the Customer shall be entitled to a refund of the purchase price upon return of the product to Agilent.

LIMITATION OF WARRANTY

The foregoing warranty shall not apply to defects resulting from improper or inadequate maintenance by the Customer, Customer-supplied software or interfacing, unauthorized modification or misuse, operation outside of the environmental specifications for the product, or improper site preparation and maintenance. NO OTHER WARRANTY IS EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. AGILENT SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES

THE REMEDIES PROVIDED HEREIN ARE THE CUSTOMER'S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES. AGILENT SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON CONTRACT, TORT, OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY.

ASSISTANCE

The above statements apply only to the standard product warranty. Warranty options, extended support contacts, product maintenance agreements and customer assistance agreements are also available. Contact your nearest Agilent Technologies Sales and Service office for further information on Agilent's full line of Support Programs.

Copyright 1999 Agilent Technologies	Edition 1___January, 1999
	Update	1___February, 2000
	Update	2___September, 2004

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Safety Summary

The following general safety precautions must be observed during all phases of operation of this instrument. Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific warnings elsewhere in this manual violates safety standards of design, manufacture, and intended use of the instrument. Agilent Technologies assumes no liability for the customer’s failure to comply with these requirements.

GENERAL

This product is a Safety Class 1 instrument (provided with a protective earth terminal). The protective features of this product may be impaired if it is used in a manner not specified in the operating instructions.

Any LEDs used in this product are Class 1 LEDs as per IEC 825-1.

This ISM device complies with Canadian ICES-001. Cet appareil ISM est conforme à la norme NMB-001 du Canada.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

This instrument is intended for indoor use in an installation category II, pollution degree 2 environment. It is designed to operate at a maximum relative humidity of 95% and at altitudes of up to 2000 meters. Refer to the specifications tables for the ac mains voltage requirements and ambient operating temperature range.

BEFORE APPLYING POWER

Verify that the product is set to match the available line voltage, the correct fuse is installed, and all safety precautions are taken. Note the instrument’s external markings described under "Safety Symbols".

GROUND THE INSTRUMENT

To minimize shock hazard, the instrument chassis and cabinet must be connected to an electrical ground. The instrument must be connected to the ac power supply mains through a three-conductor power cable, with the third wire firmly connected to an electrical ground (safety ground) at the power outlet. For instruments designed to be hard-wired to the ac power lines (supply mains), connect the protective earth terminal to a protective conductor before any other connection is made. Any interruption of the protective (grounding) conductor or disconnection of the protective earth terminal will cause a potential shock hazard that could result in personal injury. If the instrument is to be energized via an external autotransformer for voltage reduction, be certain that the autotransformer common terminal is connected to the neutral (earthed pole) of the ac power lines (supply mains).

ATTENTION: Un circuit de terre continu est essentiel en vue du fonctionnement sécuritaire de l’appareil. Ne jamais mettre l’appareil en marche lorsque le conducteur de mise … la terre est d‚branch‚.

FUSES

Only fuses with the required rated current, voltage, and specified type (normal blow, time delay, etc.) should be used. Do not use repaired fuses or short-circuited fuseholders. To do so could cause a shock or fire hazard.

DO NOT OPERATE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE

Do not operate the instrument in the presence of flammable gases or fumes.

KEEP AWAY FROM LIVE CIRCUITS

Operating personnel must not remove instrument covers. Component replacement and internal adjustments must be made by qualified service personnel. Do not replace components with power cable connected. Under certain conditions, dangerous voltages may exist even with the power cable removed. To avoid injuries, always disconnect power, discharge circuits and remove external voltage sources before touching components.

DO NOT SERVICE OR ADJUST ALONE

Do not attempt internal service or adjustment unless another person, capable of rendering first aid and resuscitation, is present.

DO NOT EXCEED INPUT RATINGS

This instrument may be equipped with a line filter to reduce electromagnetic interference and must be connected to a properly grounded receptacle to minimize electric shock hazard. Operation at line voltages or frequencies in excess of those stated on the data plate may cause leakage currents in excess of 5.0 mA peak.

DO NOT SUBSTITUTE PARTS OR MODIFY INSTRUMENT

Because of the danger of introducing additional hazards, do not install substitute parts or perform any unauthorized modifications to the instrument. Return the instrument to an Agilent Technologies Sales and Service Office for service and repair to ensure that safety features are maintained.

Instruments that appear damaged or defective should be made inoperative and secured against unintended operation until they can be repaired by qualified service personnel.

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SAFETY SYMBOLS

Direct current

Alternating current

Both direct and alternating current

Three-phase alternating current

Earth (ground) terminal

Protective earth (ground) terminal

Frame or chassis terminal

Terminal is at earth potential. Used for measurement and control circuits designed to be operated with one terminal at earth potential.

Terminal for Neutral conductor on permanently installed equipment

Terminal for Line conductor on permanently installed equipment

On (supply)

Off (supply)

Standby (supply). Units with this symbol are not completely disconnected from ac mains when this switch is off. To completely disconnect the unit from ac mains, either disconnect the power cord or have a qualified electrician install an external switch.

In position of a bi-stable push control

Out position of a bi-stable push control

Caution, risk of electric shock

Caution, hot surface

Caution (refer to accompanying documents)

WARNING The WARNING sign denotes a hazard. It calls attention to a procedure, practice, or the like, which, if not correctly performed or adhered to, could result in personal injury. Do not proceed beyond a WARNING sign until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met.

Caution The CAUTION sign denotes a hazard. It calls attention to an operating procedure, or the like, which, if not correctly performed or adhered to, could result in damage to or destruction of part or all of the product. Do not proceed beyond a CAUTION sign until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met.

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		DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
		According to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and CEN/CENELEC EN 45014
Manufacturer’s Name and Address
Responsible Party		Alternate Manufacturing Site
Agilent Technologies, Inc.		Agilent Technologies (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd
550 Clark Drive, Suite 101		Malaysia Manufacturing
Budd Lake, New Jersey 07828		Bayan Lepas Free Industrial Zone, PH III
USA		11900 Penang,
		Malaysia
Declares under sole responsibility that the product as originally delivered
Product Names	a) 1 kW Single Output System dc Power Supplies
	b) 1 kW Single Output dc Power Supplies
	c) 200 W Single Output System dc Power Supplies
Model Numbers	a) 6030A; 6031A; 6032A; 6035A
	b) 6010A; 6011A; 6012B; 6015A
	c) 6033A 6038A
	(and other customized products based upon the above)
Product Options	This declaration covers all options and customized products based on the above products.

Complies with the essential requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC and the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC (including 93/68/EEC) and carries the CE Marking accordingly.

EMC Information	ISM Group 1 Class A Emissions
As detailed in	Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC), Certificate of Conformance Number
	CC/TCF/00/078 based on Technical Construction File (TCF) HPNJ5, dated
	Oct. 29, 1997
Assessed by:	Celestica Ltd, Appointed Competent Body
	Westfields House, West Avenue
	Kidsgrove, Stoke-on-Trent
	Straffordshire, ST7 1TL
	United Kingdom
Safety Information	and Conforms to the following safety standards.
	IEC 61010-1:2001 / EN 61010-1:2001
	UL 1244
	CSA C22.2 No. 1010.1:1992

This DoC applies to above-listed products placed on the EU market after:

January 1, 2004
Date	Bill Darcy/ Regulations Manager

For further information, p lease contact your local Agilent Technologies sales office, agent or distributor, or

Agilent Technologies Deutschland GmbH, Herrenberger Straβe 130, D71034 Böblingen, Germany

Revision: B.00.00	Issue Date: Created on 11/24/2003 3:35	Document No. 60xyA.11.24.doc
	PM	5

Acoustic Noise Statement

Herstellerbescheinigung

Diese Information steht im Zusammenhang mit den Anforderungen der Maschinenlärminformationsverordnung vom 18 Januar 1991.

* Schalldruckpegel Lp < 70 dB(A) * Am Arbeitsplatz * Normaler Betrieb * Nach DIN 45635 T. 19 (Typprüfung)

Manufacturer’s Declaration

This statement is provided to comply with the requirements of the German Sound Emission Directive, from 18 January 1991. This product has a sound pressure emission (at the operator position) < 70 dB.

* Sound Pressure Lp < 70 dB(A) * At Operator Position * Normal Operation * According to ISO 7779 (Type Test).

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	Table Of Contents
1.	General Information
	Introduction ....................................................................................................................................................	9
	Description ......................................................................................................................................................	9
	Safety Considerations .....................................................................................................................................	9
	Options ............................................................................................................................................................	9
	Accessories ...................................................................................................................................................	10
	Instrument & Manual Identification ..............................................................................................................	11
	Ordering Additional Manuals........................................................................................................................	11
	Related Documents .......................................................................................................................................	11
	Specifications ...............................................................................................................................................	11
2.	Installation
	Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................	17
	Initial Inspection............................................................................................................................................	17
	Mechanical Check .......................................................................................................................................	17
	Electrical Check ..........................................................................................................................................	17
	Preparation for Use .......................................................................................................................................	17
	Location & Cooling.....................................................................................................................................	17
	Outline Diagram..........................................................................................................................................	18
	Bench Operation..........................................................................................................................................	18
	Rack Mounting............................................................................................................................................	18
	Input Power Requirements ..........................................................................................................................	18
	Power Connection .........................................................................................................................................	19
	Agilent Models 6010A, 6011A, 6012B, and 6015A ...................................................................................	19
	Agilent Models 6023A, 6028A ...................................................................................................................	19
	Line Voltage Option Conversion...................................................................................................................	20
	Agilent Models 6010A, 6011A, 6012B, and 6015A ...................................................................................	20
	Agilent Models 6023A, 6028A ...................................................................................................................	21
	AC Line Impedance Check ...........................................................................................................................	23
	Repackaging for Shipment ............................................................................................................................	23
	Rear Panel Screw Sizes and Part Numbers ...................................................................................................	24
3.	Operating Instructions
	Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................	25
	Turn-On Checkout Procedure .......................................................................................................................	26
	Initial Setup & Interconnections....................................................................................................................	28
	Connecting the Load ...................................................................................................................................	28
	Overvoltage Protection................................................................................................................................	30
	Protective Shutdown ...................................................................................................................................	30
	Operating Modes...........................................................................................................................................	31
	Normal Mode ..............................................................................................................................................	31
	Constant Voltage Operation ........................................................................................................................	33
	Constant Current Operation.........................................................................................................................	34
	Remote Voltage Sensing ...............................................................................................................................	34
	Analog Programing .......................................................................................................................................	36
	Constant Voltage Output, Resistance Control .............................................................................................	36
	Constant Voltage Output, Voltage Control .................................................................................................	37
	Constant Current Output, Resistance Control..............................................................................................	38
	Constant Current Output, Voltage Control..................................................................................................	39

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	Multiple-Supply Operation............................................................................................................................	39
	Auto-Parallel Operation ..............................................................................................................................	39
	Series Operation ..........................................................................................................................................	40
	Monitor Signals .............................................................................................................................................	41
A	100 VAC Input Power Option 100
	General Information ......................................................................................................................................	43
	Description .................................................................................................................................................	43
	Scope of Appendix A ..................................................................................................................................	43
	Using Appendix A.......................................................................................................................................	43
	Section 1 Manual Changes .......................................................................................................................... .	43
	Section 2 Manual Changes .......................................................................................................................... .	43
	Section 3 Manual Changes ............................................................................................................................	44
Index	......................................................................................................................................................................	45

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General Information

Introduction

This manual contains specifications, installation instructions, and operating instructions for DC Power Supply Models: Agilent6010A, 6011A, 6012B, 6015A, 6023A and 6028A. Refer to "Related Documents" for other information concerning these products.

Description

These power supplies are autoranging supplies. Autoranging allows the power supply to deliver full output power over a higher voltage and current combination than would be possible with a rectangular output characteristic (see figure 1-1). They use a 20k Hz pulse-width modulation circuit with power MOSFETs to provide the autoranging output characteristic with laboratory performance.

Output voltage and current are continuously indicated on two 3 ½ digit displays. Front-panel controls allow the user to set output voltage, current and Overvoltage Protection (OVP) trip levels. OVP protects the load by quickly and automatically interrupting energy transfer if a preset voltage trip level is exceeded. Push button switches allow the display to alternately show the programmed values of voltage and current or the overvoltage limit. LED indicators show the operating state of the unit (CV, CC, Unregulated and Overvoltage).

All connections are made to rear-panel screw-on terminals.

Output voltage can be locally or remotely sensed.

A six-position MODE switch located on the rear panel is used to change from front panel control to remote voltage or remote resistance control. See section 3 for a description of remote programming, remote sensing and several methods of multiple supply operation.

Either the positive or negative output terminal may be grounded or the output may be floated (including output voltage) up to ± 240 Vdc on models 6011A, 6012B, 6023A and 6028A or ± 550 Vdc on models 6010A and 6015A from chassis ground.

The power supply is fan cooled and is packaged in an Agilent Technologies System II-compatible modular that provides easy access for servicing. A thermostat shuts down the supply if an over-temperature condition occurs and resets automatically.

Safety Considerations

This product is a Safety Class 1 instrument (provided with a protective earth terminal). The instrument and this manual should be reviewed for safety markings and instructions before operation. Refer to the Safety Summary page at the beginning of this manual for general safety information. Safety information for specific procedures is located at appropriate places in this manual.

Options

Options are standard factory modifications or accessories that are delivered with the supply. The following options are available. Note lower output power and voltage specifications for Option 100, which is described in Appendix A.

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Option	Description
100	Input power: 100	Vac + 6%, -10%; 48-63 Hz single phase.
120	Input power: 120	Vac +6%, -13%. 48-63 Hz single phase.
220	Input Power: 220 Vac +6%, -13%; 48-63 Hz, single phase.
240	Input power: 240	Vac +6%, -13%; 48-63 Hz, single phase.
800	Rack mount kit for two units side by side (models 6023A and 6028A only)

908Rack mounting kit

909Flanges with Handles

0L2	One additional User’s Guide
0B3	Service Manual

Accessories

The System-II cabinet accessories listed below may be ordered with the power supply or separately from your local Agilent Technologies Sales and Support Office (see list of addresses at rear of this manual).

For Agilent Models 6023A and 6028A

Agilent Part No	Description
5062-3989	Front handle kit for 5-1/4 inch high cabinets
1460-1345	Tilt stand (1) snaps into standard foot on; must be used in pairs
5062-3977	Rack flange kit for 5-1/4 inch high cabinet (will be shipped with supply if ordered as Option 908)
5062-3983	Rack mount flange kit with handles
1494-0060	Rack slide kit, non tilting
5060-2865	Service kit, includes extenders for control and power mesh boards, three cables to allow GP-IB and
	PSI boards to lie on table outside unit, and control board test connector.
5060-2866	FET service kit. Includes FETs and all components that should be replaced with FETs.
59510A	Relay Accessory
59511A	Relay Accessory (Polarity Reversing)
	For Agilent Models 6023A and 6028A
For Agilent Models 6023A and 6028A
Agilent Part No	Description
5062-3960	Rack mounting adapter kit for side mounting one 7-inch high cabinet, includes one rack flange and one
	half-module width extension adapter. (Will be shipped with instrument if ordered as Option 908). This
	rack mounting adapter kit is not compatible with front handle kit Agilent P/N 5061-3990).
5062-3961	Rack mounting adapter kit for center mounting one 7-inch high cabinet, includes one rack flange and
	one quarter-module width extension adapter (two kits required), there will be surplus of hardware.
5062-3978	Rack flange kit for 7-inch high cabinet. Must be used with another half-module width unit of equal
	depth with lock link kit 5061-9694. (Will be shipped if instrument is ordered as Option 800).
5061-9694	Lock link kit for joining units of equal depth, contains hardware for three side-by-side joints (four
	units) and two over-under joints (three units). Locking cabinets together horizontally in a configuration
	wider than one full module is not recommended. 5062-3978 and 5061-9694 will be shipped if Option
	800 is ordered.
5062-3990	Front handle kit for 7-inch high cabinets. Corresponding flange kit is 5061-2072. This front handle kit
	is not compatible with rack mounting adapter kit (Agilent PIN 5062-3960) or Option 908.
5061-2072	Flange kit to be used with front handle kit 5062-3990.
5062-3984	Rack mounting flange kit with handles for 7-inch high cabinet. Must be used with another half-module
	width unit of equal depth with lock link kit 5061-9694.
5062-4003	Bail handle kit for carrying 7-inch high, half-module width cabinet.
1460-1345	Tilt stand (1) snaps into standard foot on instrument, must be used in pairs.
5062-3998	Support shelf bit for mounting on or more 7-inch high cabinets of any depth to 20 inches.
5062-4027	Front filler panel, half-module width, for 7-inch high cabinet on support shelf.
1494-0065	Slide kit for 5061-0098 support shelf.
06033-60005	Service kit, includes extenders for control and power mesh boards, three cables to allow GP-IB and

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	PSI boards to lie on table outside unit, and control board test connector.
5060-0138	GP-IB connector non-metric to metric conversion kit.
5060-2860	FET service kit, includes FETs and all components that should be replaced with FETs.
59510A	Relay Accessory
59511A	Relay Accessory (Polarity Reversing)

Instrument and Manual Identification

The serial numbers listed on the front of this guide indicate the versions of the supplies that were available when the manual was issued. If changes have been made to the instrument since the publication of this manual the manual may include a loose yellow "Manual Change’’ sheet. That sheet updates this manual by defining any differences between the version of your supply and the instruments described in this manual, and may also include information for correcting any manual errors. Note that because not all changes to the product require changes to the manual, there may be no update information required for your version of the supply.

Ordering Additional Manuals

One User’s Guide is shipped with each power supply. Additional User’s Guides and Operating and Service manuals may be purchased directly from your local Agilent Technologies Sales office. Specify the model number, serial number prefix, and the manual part number provided on the title page. (When ordered at the same time as the power supply, additional manuals may be purchased by adding Option 910 to the order. Each Option 910 includes one User’s Guide and one Operating and Service Manual).

Related Documents

The following service documents can be ordered from your local Agilent Sales Office.

Agilent 6010A Operating and Service manual Agilent part number 06010-90001

Agilent 6011A Operating and Service manual Agilent part number 06011-90001

Agilent 6012B Operating and Service manual Agilent part number 06012-90004

Agilent 6015A Operating and Service manual Agilent part number 06015-90001

Agilent 6023A Operating and Service manual Agilent part number 06023-90001

Agilent 6028A Operating and Service manual Agilent part number 06010-90001

Specifications

Specifications for the power supply fall into two major categories: performance specifications and supplemental characteristics.

Performance specifications describe the power supply's warranted performance. All performance specifications are at the rear output terminals with a resistive load. Specifications apply over the full operating temperature range of 25 +/- 5°C unless otherwise specified range. The Service Manual has procedures for verifying the performance specifications.

Supplemental characteristics give typical but non-warranted performance parameters. Design or type testing determines supplemental characteristics. They are useful in understanding the power supply’s operation when accessing applications for the power supply.

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Table 1-1 Performance Specifications

Agilent Technologies Model

DC Output: Voltage, current and power spans indicate range over which output may be varied using front panel controls.

Load Effect (Load Regulation) Voltage load effect is given for a load current change equal to the current rating of the supply. Current load effect is given for a load voltage change equal to the voltage rating of the supply.

Volts

Amps

Maximum Power

Voltage

Current

Source Effect (Line Regulation): Given for a change within the rated	Voltage
line voltage for any output within the rated output voltage, current and
power of the supply	Current
PARD (Ripple and Noise): Measured at any line voltage and under any	Voltage
load condition within rating (rms 10 Hz to 10 Mhz/p-p 10 Hz to 20 MHz)	Current
Load Effect Transient Recovery: Maximum time required for output	Time 10%/50%
voltage to recover within the specified band around the nominal output
voltage following a step change (10% or 50%) in output current while	Level 10%/50%
operating in the constant voltage mode

6010A

0-200 V

0-17 A

1000-1200 W

0.01% + 5 mV

0.01% + 10 mA

0.01% + 5 mV

0.01% + 5 mA

22 mV/50 mV2

15 mA/1, 4

2 ms/3 ms

150 mV/500mV

6011A

0-20 V

0-120 A

840-1072 W

0.01% + 3 mV

0.01% + 15 mA

0.01% + 2 mV

0.01% + 25 mA

8 mV/50 mV

120 mA/1,4

2 ms/3 ms

100 mV/300mV

Table 1-2. Supplemental Characteristics
Agilent Technologies Model						6010A		6011A
Programming: Given for control of the				Voltage Resolution		70 mV		5 mV
output over the GP-IB or with front panel controls				Current Resolution		7 mA		40 mA
Front Panel Voltmeter:					Range	20 V, 200 V		20 V, 200 V
					Resolution	100 mV, 1 V		10 mV, 100 mV
					Accuracy	0.65% + 3.5 counts,		0.6% + 2 counts,
						0.65% + 3.5 counts		0.8% + 2 counts
					T.C. (per/°C)	80 ppm + 1 mV,		80 ppm + 1mV,
						80 ppm + 1 mV		100ppm + 1 mV
Front Panel Ammeter:					Range	20 A		200 A
					Resolution	10 mA		100 mA
					Accuracy	0.6% + 4 counts		0.7% + 300 mA4
					T.C. (per/°C)	100 ppm + 2 mA		100 ppm + 3 mA
Display OVP:					Range	2000 V		200 V
					Resolution	1 V		100 mV
					Accuracy	2.5% + 1.1 V		2.5% + 625 mV
					T.C. (per/°C)	200 ppm + 3 mV		150 ppm + 3 mV
Maximum AC Input Current: +6% -13% (48-63) Hz				100 Vac (Opt.100)		24		24
				120 Vac (Std.)		24 A		24 A
				220 Vac (Opt.220)		15 A		15 A
				240 Vac (Opt.240)		14 A		14 A
Typical input power at rated output power: (see point P2 on Figure 1-1)						1435 W		1375 W
Temperature Coefficient: Output change per degree Celsius change					Voltage	80 ppm + 15 mV		100 ppm + 2 mV
in ambient following 30 minute warm-up.					Current	100 ppm + 4 mA		180 ppm + 15 mA
Drift (Stability): Change in output (dc to 20 Hz) over 8-hour internal					Voltage	0.03 % + 17 mV		0.03% + 3 mV
under constant line, load, and ambient following 30-minute warm-up					Current	0.03% + 5 mA		0.1% + 25 mA
Programming Response Time: The maximum time required					Settling	300 mV		30 mV
					Band
to change from zero volts to full scale voltage or from full scale			Up		Full Load	300 ms (0.4Ω )		300 ms (40 Ω)
voltage to 2 volts (6 volts for Agilent 6028A and 5 volts for Agilent 6015A)					No Load	300 ms		300 ms
and settle within the specified band. Full load is defined as the			Down		Full Load	500 ms (0.4Ω )		600 ms
resistance equal to Vp1/Ip1. Light load is as specified					Light Load	3.5 s (open Ω)		1.5 s (50 Ω)
Overvoltage Protection: Trip voltage adjustable via front					Range	0-214 V		0-22 V
panel control using the Display OVP function					Resolution	600 mV		100 mV
					Accuracy	0.3% + 1.25 V		0.25% + 625 mV
Monitoring Output Accuracy: 0 to 5 V signals from rear panel terminals that					Voltage	0.3% + 60 mV		0.25% + 2 mV
indicate 0 to full scale output voltage and current. Output impedance = 10K Ω.					Current	0.36% + 10 mA		0.3% + 35 mA
Remote Analog Programming Accuracy	Resistance (0 to 4K)				Voltage	0.5% + 35 mV		0.5% + 215 mV
					Current	1% + 800 mA3		1% + 170 mA
	Voltage (0 to 5V)				Voltage	0.25% + 35 mA		0.3% + 215 mV
					Current	0.4% + 800 mA3		0.36% + 170 mA
Reverse Voltage Protection: Maximum continuous current caused by reverse					Ac power on	17 A		50 A
voltage impressed across the output terminals.					Ac power off	7 A		20 A

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6012B			6015A			6023A				6028A
0-60 V			0-500 V			0-20 V				0-60 V
0-50 A			0-5 A			0-30 A				0-10 A
1000-1200 W			1000-1050 W			200-242 W				200-242 W
0.01%	+ 5 mV		0.01% + 40 mV		0.01%		+ 2 mV		0.01%		+ 3 mV
0.01%	+ 10 mA		0.03% + 34 mA			0.01%	+ 9 mA			0 01%	+ 5 mA
0.01%	+ 3 mV		0.01% + 13 mV		0.01%		+ 1 mV		0.01%		+ 2 mV
0.01%	+ 10 mA		0.03% + 17 mA			0 01%	+ 6 mA			0 01%	+ 2 mA
0.005% + 5 mV/40 mV5			50 mV/160 mV			3 mV/30 mV				3 mV/30 mV
25 mA/1, 4			50 mA1, 4			30 mA/1, 4, 7				5 mA/1, 4
2 ms/3 ms			5 ms/6			1 ms/2 ms				1 ms/6
100 mV/300 mV			200 mV/6			50 mV/150 mV				75 mV/6

6012B		6015A		6023A		6028A
20 mV		15 mV		5 mV		15 mV
20 mA		2.5 mA		10 mA		10 mA
20 V, 200 V		2000 V		20 V, 200 V		20 V, 200 V
10 mV, 100 mV		1 V		10 mV, 100 mV		10 mV, 100 mV
0.65% + 3.5 counts,		1% + 3.5 counts		0.6% + 20 mV, 0.6 +		0.6% + 20 mV, 0.6 +
0.65% + 3.5 counts				200mV		200mV
80 ppm + 1mV,		100 ppm + 30 mV		75 ppm + 0.25 mV		75 ppm + 0.25 mV
80 ppm + 1mV
200 A		20 A		200 A		200 A
100 mA		10 mA		100 mA		100 mA
0.6% + 4 counts		1% + 4 counts		0.6% + 200 mA		0.6% + 70 mA
100 ppm + 2 mA		100 ppm + 7.5 mA		100 ppm + 1.5 mA		100 ppm + 1.5 mA
200 V		2000 V		200 V		200 V
100 mV		1 V		100 mV		100 mV
2.5% + 550mV		3% + 1 count		2.5% + 250mV		2.5% + 250 mV
200 ppm + 3 mV		100 ppm + 30 mV		200 ppm + 1 mV		200 ppm + 1 mV
24		24		6.0 A		6.0 A
24 A		24 A		6.5 A		6.5 A
15 A		15 A		3.8 A		3.8 A
14 A		14 A		3.6 A		3.6 A
1450 W		1256 W		340 W		325 W
80 ppm + 4 mV		100 ppm + 30 mV		70 ppm + 0.6 mV		70 ppm + 0.6 mV
100 ppm + 8 mA		100 ppm + 7 mA		100 ppm + 2 mA		100 ppm + 2 mA
0.03 % + 5 mV		0.03% + 40 mV		0.02 % + 1 mV		0.02% + 2 mV
0.03% + 10 mA		0.03% + 17 mA		0.03% + 10 mA		0.03% + 10 mA
90 mV/200 mV		750 mV		5 mV		15 mV
300 ms/120 ms (3.4 Ω)		350 ms (250 Ω)		100 ms (2 Ω)		150 ms (2 Ω)
300 ms/ 120 ms		250 ms		100 ms		120 ms
2 s/400 ms (3.4 Ω)		600 ms (250 Ω)		200 ms (2 Ω)		150 ms (2 Ω)
3 s/ 35 s (100 Ω)		7 s (100 Ω)		500 ms (50 Ω)		750 ms (50 Ω)
0-64 V		0-535 V		0-23 V		0-67 V
200 mV		1.5 V		100 mV		100 mV
0.25% + 550 mV		0.3% + 1.25 V		0.25% + 250 mV		0.25% + 250 mV
0.3% + 15 mV		1% + 150 mV		0.25% + 2 mV		0.25% + 2 mV
0.36% + 20 mA		0.5% + 100 mA		0.3% + 15 mA		0.3% + 15 mA
0.5% + 70 mV		1% + 600 mV		0.5% + 12 mV		0.5% + 36 mV
1% + 500 mA		2% + 425 mA		1% + 110 mA		1% + 40 mA
0.3% + 70 mV		0.8% + 600 mV		0.25% + 12 mV		0.25% + 36 mV
0.36% + 500 mA		0.7% + 425 mA		0.3% + 110 mA		0.3% + 40 mA
50 A		5 A		30 A		10 A
20 A		5 A		15 A		5 A

NOTES.

1.P-P PARD not specified

2.Initially, for each degree below 20°C the ripple increases 2.4 mV/°C. After load is applied

for 15 minutes, the increase becomes 1.4 mV/°C.

3.After a five-minute wait.

4.CC PARD is specified for a 1.2 m (4 feet) length load lead

5.P-P 75mV (20 Hz to 100MHz

6.50% change not specified

7.Typical common mode current 1 mA RMS/40 mA P-P

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Table 1-2 Supplemental Characteristics (continued)

DC Floating Voltage: Either output terminal may be floated up to the following voltage (including the output voltage) from earth ground:

±240 Vdc on Models 6011A, 6012B, 6023A, and 6028A

±550 Vdc on Models 6010A and 6015A

Exceeding these voltages can result in damage to the equipment.

Efficiency (typical): 80% on maximum output boundary

Remote Sensing: The power supply maintains specifications at the load with up to 0.5 Volt per load lead with sense wire resistance less than 0.2 Ω per lead and sense lead length less than 5 metres. Operation with up to 2 volts per load lead is possible with some degradation of the load effect specification.

Multiple Operations: Up to two similar units may be connected in series, parallel or auto-parallel, to provide increased output capabilities. Mixing supplies with dissimilar output capabilities is not recommended because under certain conditions, the lower output supply may be stressed beyond its maximum voltage and or current capabilities by the higher output supply.

Reactive Loads: Stable with inductive loads up to 100 mH and capacitive loads up to 10 F. CC compensation that provides up to 10 H (with increased settling times) is available on special order.

Voltage Overshoot (typical): The output voltage will overshoot its steady state value by less than 250 mV (1 V on Model 6015A) due to any of the following conditions:

1.Up programming

2.Crossover from CC to CV mode

3.A step change of up to 5A

4.AC power on

Temperature Rating (°C):

∙Operating is 0-50 (Agilent 6010A/6011A/6012B/6015A)

0-55 (Agilent 6023A/6028A)

∙Storage is - 40 + 75 (all models)

Weight kg. (Lbs.)
Model	Agilent 6010A	Agilent 6011A	Agilent6012B	Agilent 6015A	Agilent 6023A	Agilent 6028A
Net	15.9 (35)	16.8 (37)	15.9 (35)	16.3 (36)	8.6 (19)	8.6 (19)
Shipping	21.3 (47)	22.3 (49)	21.4 (47)	21.7 (48)	10.5 (23)	10.5 (23)

Dimensions: See Figure 2-1.

Certification:

The unit is designed to comply with these requirements:

∙IEC 348-Safety Requirements for Electronic Measuring Apparatus.

∙CSA Electrical Bulletin 556B-Electronic Instruments and Scientific Apparatus for Special Use and Applications.

∙VDE 0871.6.78 Level B-RFI Suppression of Radio Frequency Equipment for Industrial, Scientific, and Medical (ISM) and similar purposes.

∙VDE 0411-Electronic Measuring Instruments and Automatic Controls.

∙UL 1244-Electrical and Electronic Measuring & Testing Equipment.

∙ANSI C39.5 Part 0 Draft 8-Electrical Testing, Measurement, and Control Equipment.

∙Agilent Class B – Environmental Specifications

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Model

Agilent

Agilent

Agilent

Agilent

Agilent

Agilent

6010A

6011A

6012B

6015A

6023A

6028A

Vp1

200 V

20 V

60 V

500 V

20 V

60 V

Ip1

5 A

50 A

17.5 A

2 A

10 A

3.3 A

Vp2

120 V

14 V

40 V

350 V

14 V

40 V

Ip2

10 A

76 A

30 A

3 A

17.2 A

6 A

Vp3

60 V

7 V

20 V

200 V

6.7 V

20 V

Ip3

17 A

120 A

50 A

5 A

30 A

10 A

Figure 1-1. Output Characteristic Curve

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