Operating Guide
Part of PD1000A Option -SPK Accessory Kit TO-220, TO-247, and Surface Mount Devices
Keysight PD1000A Power Device Test Fixtures for S-Parameter Measurements
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Edition 3, January 2019
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Safety Information
The following general safety precautions must be observed during all
phases of operation of these instruments. Failure to comply with these
precautions or with specific warnings
or operating instructions in the product
manuals violates safety standards of
design, manufacture, and intended use
of the instruments. Keysight Technologies assumes no liability for the customer's failure to comply with these
requirements.
General
Do not use these instruments in any manner
not specified by the manufacturer. The protective features of these instruments must
not be impaired if it is used in a manner
specified in the operation instructions.
Before Applying Power
Verify that all safety precautions are taken.
Make all connections to the instruments
before applying power. Note the external
markings described under “Safety Symbols”.
Ground the Instrument
Keysight instruments are provided with
a grounding-type power plug. The
instruments must be connected to an
electrical ground to minimize shock
hazard. The ground pin must be firmly
connected to an electrical ground
(safety ground) terminal at the power
outlet. 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.
Unless otherwise noted in the specifications, these instruments or system is
intended for indoor use in an installation category II, pollution degree 2
environment per IEC 61010-1 and 664
respectively. They are designed to
operate at a maximum relative humidity of 5% to 80% at 40 °C or less (noncondensing). These instruments or system are designed to operate at altitudes up to 3000 meters, and at
temperatures between 0 and 55 °C.Do
Not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere Do not operate in the presence
of flammable gases or fumes.
Do Not Operate Near Flammable
Liquids
Do not operate the instruments in the
presence of flammable liquids or near
containers of such liquids.
Cleaning
Clean the outside of the Keysight
instruments with a soft, lint-free,
slightly dampened cloth. Do not use
detergent or chemical solvents.
Do Not Remove Instrument Cover
Only qualified, service-trained personnel who are aware of the hazards
involved should remove instrument
covers. Always disconnect the power
cable and any external circuits before
removing the instrument cover.
Keep away from live circuits
Operating personnel must not remove
equipment covers or shields. Procedures involving the removal of covers
and shields are for use by servicetrained personnel only. Under certain
conditions, dangerous voltages may
exist even with the equipment
switched off. To avoid dangerous electrical shock, DO NOT perform procedures involving cover or shield removal
unless you are qualified to do so.
DO NOT operate damaged
equipment
Whenever it is possible that the safety
protection features built into these
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through physical damage, excessive
moisture, or any other reason,
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the safety features are maintained.
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disconnect
The primary disconnect device is the
appliance connector/power cord when
an instrument used by itself, but when
installed into a rack or system the disconnect may be impaired and must be
considered part of the installation.
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Instruments that appear damaged or
defective should be made inoperative
and secured against unintended operation until they can be repaired by
qualified service personnel.
Measurement Limits
The Truevolt Series DMMs provide protection circuitry to prevent damage to
the instrument and to protect against
the danger of electric shock, provided
the Measurement Limits are not
exceeded. To ensure safe operation of
the instrument, do not exceed the
Measurement Limits shown on the
front and rear panel.
The DMMs comply with EN/IEC 613262-1, for sensitive test and measurement equipment.
When subjected to transient radiated
and/or conducted electromagnetic
phenomena, the DMMs may have temporary loss of function or performance
which is self-recovering. Recovery may
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degradation of performance may
occur.
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Safety Symbols and Notices
A CAUTION denotes a hazard. It
calls attention to an operating procedure or practice that, if not correctly performed or adhered to,
could result in damage to the
product or loss of important data.
Do not proceed beyond a CAUTION
notice until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met.
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could result in personal injury or
death. Do not proceed beyond a
WARNING notice until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met.
Products display the following symbols:
Indicates that antistatic
precautions should be
taken.
Electro-Magnetic Compatibility (EMC) Information
The Test Solution is sensitive to electro-magnetic disturbances in the frequency range of 80 MHz to 6 GHz.
To minimize the risk of incorrect measurements avoid intentional radiators in close proximity to the Test Solution.
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Contents
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Incoming Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Returning for Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Preparation for Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Associated Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Static-safe Handling Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
General Test Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
PD1000A TO-220 and TO-247 Device Test Fixtures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Inserting Devices into the TO-220 and TO-247 Test Fixtures . . . . . . . . . . . 16
PD1000A Surface Mount Device Test Fixture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Inserting Devices into the SMD Test Fixture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Test Fixture Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Required Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Fixture Calibration Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Inserting Cal Standards into the PD1000A TO-220/TO-247 Test Fixtures . . . . 26
Input Standards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Output Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
THROUGH Standard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Inserting the Cal Standards into the PD1000A SMD Test Fixture. . . . . . . . . . . 28
Customizing an SMD Test Fixture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Adjusting the Height of the Push Rod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
SMA Cables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Measuring the DC Resistance of the Calibration Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Use Proper SMA Connector Care and Connection Techniques . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Final Connection Using a Torque Wrench . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Separating Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Inspect and Clean Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
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PD1000A Test Fixtures
Operating Guide
General Information
Keysight’s PD1000A Power Device Measurement System for Advanced Modeling
System option -SPK Accessory Kit provides three device test fixtures:
– One for 3-terminal devices with TO-220 style packages (Keysight p/n.
PD1000-67900).
– One for 3-terminal devices with TO-247 style packages (Keysight p/n.
PD1000-67901).
– One for Surface Mount Devices (SMD) with 7-pin TO-263 packages
(Keysight p/n. PD1000-67902).
This accessory kit is used for making S-Parameter measurements.
Incoming Inspection
After unpacking the Test Fixture(s), carefully inspect them for any shipping
damage. Report any damage to the shipping agent immediately, as such
damage is not covered by the warranty.
Returning for Service
If you need to return a test fixture for service, attach a tag indicating the type of
service required, your return address, and model number of the device to be
repaired.
Repackaging the device requires original shipping containers and materials or
their equivalents. Keysight Technologies can provide packaging materials
identical to the original materials. Contact Keysight as per “Sales and Technical
Support” in the front matter of this manual.
Preparation for Use
The PD1000A Test Fixtures connect the device to be tested (DUT) to the Bias T
Networks. Refer to Figure 1 on page 12 for a typical test setup.
Licensing is required to use the PD1000A Power Device
Measurement System Control Software for making On State and
Off State S-Parameter measurement. Refer to the PD1000A
Startup Guide for licensing information.
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Associated Products
In addition to the three test fixtures, the PD1000A-SPK Accessory Kit includes
the following items for S-Parameter measurements.
Description Qty. Photos below are representative, what you receive may be different.
General Information
0.56 N-m (5 lb-in) 5/16 in. break-over
torque wrench, Keysight 8710-1582
Type N, Male to SMA Female Adapter 50Ω
Nominal
Keysight PN: 1250-2879
SMA male to SMA Male Cable
Keysight PN: 5062-6682 7-inch cable
Stackable Banana Plug (each end) Cables
Keysight PN: 8121-2006 Black cable
8121-2007 Red cable
PD1000A-BST Bias Tee Networks
Keysight PN: PD1000-67903
PD1000-67904
Two are required for the PD1000A system
1
2
2
84 red and
4 black
Calibration Standards for each test fixture.
Calibration Standards for TO-247 Test
Fixture shown on left (Keysight PN:
PD1000-67905).
Calibration Standards for the TO-220 Test
Fixture are similar (Keysight PN:
PD1000-67906).
Calibration Standards for the Surface
Mount Device (SMD) Test Fixture are
shown on right (Keysight PN:
PD1000-67907).
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General Information
Static-safe Handling Procedures
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can
damage or destroy electronic
components. Use a static-safe work
station to perform at work on electronic
assemblies. The figure shows a
static-safe work station using two types
of ESD protection:
- Conductive table-mat and wrist-strap
combination
- Conductive floor-mat and heel-strap
combination
Both types, when used together, provide a significant level of ESD protection. Of
the two, only the table-mat and wrist-strap combination provides adequate ESD
protection when used alone. To ensure user safety, the static-safe accessories
must provide at least 1 MΩ of isolation from ground.
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General Test Setup
B2902A SMU
E5080A ENA
Device Test Fixture
Bias T
Bias T
Network Analyzer
B2902A Precision
Source/Measure Unit
for the Gate
for the Drain or Collector
(Surface Mount Device Test Fixture shown)
Figure 1 below shows the general test setup for the three PD1000A Test Fixtures
(the Surface Mount Device (SMD) fixture is shown in the photo). Note the two
PD1000A Bias T networks attached to the test fixture, the E5080A ENA Network
Analyzer behind the test fixture, and the B2902A Precision SMU (on top of the
E2080A ENA) providing bias voltage to the two Bias T networks.
General Test Setup
Figure 1 General Test Setup for the PD1000A S-Parameter Test System
Do not excessively bend, flex, or stretch the SMA cables. Check the
SMA cables regularly, and replace them if they are damaged in any
way. It is possible for the outside shielding of the cables to break.
See “Troubleshooting” on page 37.
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General Test Setup
Test Fixture (TO-247 Test
Fixture shown)
Bias T for the
Gate to ENA
Connection
Bias T for the
Drain/Collector
to ENA
Connection
Bias T for the
Drain/Collector
to ENA Port 2
Surface Mount
Device Test Fixture
Bias T for the
Gate to ENA
Port 1
Use with PD1000A Bias T Networks
Two Bias T devices are provided with the PD1000A Accessory Kit. Figure 2 shows
the two PD1000A Bias T Networks ready to connect to a PD1000A TO-220 or
TO-247 Test Fixture. Figure 3 shows the Surface Mount Device (SMD) Test
Fixture.
Figure 2 PD1000A Bias T Networks with TO-220 and TO-247 Test Fixture
Figure 3 PD1000A Bias T Networks with PD1000A SMD Test Fixture
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General Test Setup
B2902A CH2 Rear Panel to
PD1000A Drain/Collector Bias T
B2902A CH1 Front Panel to
PD1000A Gate Bias T
PD1000A
Bias T for the Gate
PD1000A Bias T
for Drain
PD1000A Test Fixture
for TO-247 Devices
SMA to Port 1 of
Network Analyzer
SMA to Port 2 of
Network Analyzer
Connecting the Bias T Networks to a Keysight B2902A SMU
Figure 4 below shows how to connect two PD1000A Bias T Networks to the
B2902A Source Measure Unit (SMU). Channel 1 on the SMU (front panel)
connects to the PD1000A Bias T for the RF input (Gate) to the device under test
(DUT). Channel 2 on the SMU (rear panel) connects to the PD1000A Bias T for
the RF output (drain or collector) of the DUT.
Figure 4 PD1000A Bias T Networks used with the B2902A SMU
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PD1000A TO-220 and TO-247 Device Test Fixtures
Gate
Female SMA
Connector to
Gate
PD1000A Bias T
Drain or Collector
Source or Emitter
Female SMA
Connector to
Drain/Collector
PD1000A Bias T
Extra Source or
Emitter connection
(used for calibration)
TO-220 Style Package TO-247 Style Package
Typical M O S F E T
PD1000A TO-220 and TO-247 Device Test Fixtures
TO-220 and TO-247 device packages are generally designed as through-hole
devices. Other package types, including the TO-257 (an hermetically sealed
metal package that is otherwise equivalent to the TO-220) and the TO-262
2
(I
PAK) package may also be tested with this fixture.
Some device data sheets refer to a case style ITO-220 which
Some device data sheets refer to a case style ITO-220. This refers to a TO-220 style case but with
refers to a TO-220 style case but with an isolated tab. The tab is
an isolated tab.
used only as a heat sink.
Figure 5 Keysight PD1000A TO-247 and TO-220 Test Fixture
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Figure 6 Typical TO-220 Device and TO-247 Device Packaging
Make certain the Test Fixture work station is ESD protected. See
“Static-safe Handling Procedures” on page 11 for details.
PD1000A TO-220 and TO-247 Device Test Fixtures
Gate
Drain or
Collector
Source or
Emitter
Inserting Devices into the TO-220 and TO-247 Test Fixtures
Figure 7 below shows the proper orientation for inserting TO- style devices into
the Test Fixtures. Always observe proper orientation when inserting devices. The
sockets on the test fixture are spring-loaded to ensure proper contact with the
device leads. Press the device all the way into the fixture sockets.
Figure 7 Inserting TO- Style Devices into the TO-220/TO-247 Test Fixtures
Removing the Device from the Fixture
To remove the device form the fixture, hold the fixture securely down on a table
or workbench. Carefully and slowly lift the device straight up from the fixture. Do
not rock the device back and forth to remove it.
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PD1000A Surface Mount Device Test Fixture
Drain/Collector SMA
Connector to Bias T to
Port 2 on the ENA
Network Analyzer
Gate SMA Connector
to Bias T to Port 1 on
the ENA Network
Analyzer
PD1000A Surface Mount Device Test Fixture
Keysight’s PD1000A SMD Test Fixture is designed for testing surface mount
2
device packages such as the 7-pin TO-263 (also known as D
PAK or DDPAK)
SMD devices. Other SMD devices may also be tested with the SMD Test Fixture.
This test fixture provides a clamp to hold the SMD in place while the tests are
running.
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Figure 8 Keysight PD1000A Surface Mount Device Test Fixture
Make certain the Test Fixture work station is ESD protected. See
“Static-safe Handling Procedures” on page 11 for details.
Inserting Devices into the SMD Test Fixture
Figure 9 shows the proper orientation for inserting Surface Mount Devices (SMD)
into the Test Fixture. Always observe proper orientation when inserting devices.
Gently place the device into the Frame Guide of the Test Fixture. Ensure it is
properly aligned with the PC Board contact pattern. Ensure the SMD device fits
securely and completely into the positioning frame guide. Press the Test Fixture
handle down until it latches to firmly hold the device in place while being tested.
The frame guide provided with the SMD test fixture is for devices with
dimensions: 10 mm wide and 15 mm top of tab to bottom of pins.
PD1000A Surface Mount Device Test Fixture
Frame Guide
Pin 1
Gate
Tab
Drain or Collector
All other pins
Source or Emitter
Typical 7-pin
TO-263 Device
When finished testing a device, lift up on the Test Fixture handle and carefully
remove the DUT.
If your SMD device does not have the pin-out shown below, or if
your device has different dimensions than the standard device,
you will need to create a custom frame and PC Board. Refer to
“Customizing an SMD Test Fixture” on page 30.
Figure 9 Inserting Surface Mount Devices into the SMD Test Fixture
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Test Fixture Calibration
Test Fixture Calibration
Required Equipment
– E5080A ENA Network Analyzer used with your PD1000A Power Device
Measurement System for Advanced Modeling
– PD1000A Bias T Networks (quantity 2 required)
– Type ‘N’ Male to SMA Female Adapters (Keysight PN 1250-1250, quantity
2 required)
– SMA cables (Keysight PN: 5062-6682, 7 inch cable, quantity 2 required)
– Torque wrench (Keysight 8710-1765, 0.90N-m (8 lb-in) 5/16 inch
break-over torque wrench) to properly tighten SMA connectors.
Due to slight degradation of the TO-220/TO-247 test fixture
contacts over time, especially with frequent use, you should
recalibrate the test fixtures periodically.
– Mechanical Calibration Standards (shown in Figure 10 and Figure 11
below). These Calibration Standards are provided with your test fixture.
and are shown in Figure 10 and Figure 11.
– Test Fixture to be calibrated. Either the TO-220/TO-247 or the SMD fixture.
– Two downloadable Calibration Kit files, used for the three test fixtures:
TO_Fixture_In.xkt for the Input Port and the TO_Fixture_Out.xkt for the Output
Port.
-- If your E5080A has an Internet connection, download these files directly
onto the E5080A hard drive. Otherwise, download the files and copy
them to a USB memory stick.
-- The Calibration Kit files are available for download at:
https://www.keysight.com/main/software.jspx?ckey=2984719&lc=eng
&cc=US&nid=-11143.0.00&id=2984719
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Test Fixture Calibration
The TO-220/TO-247 Calibration Standard kits have four devices labeled OPEN,
SHORT, LOAD, and THRU.
Figure 10 Calibration Standards for PD1000A TO-247 Test Fixture. Calibration
Standards for the TO-220 fixture are similar but with narrower pin spacing.
The SMD Calibration Standard kit has seven devices: Input Port Open (labeled
GOP), Short (labeled GSH), 50Ω (labeled G50) termination, Output Port Open
(labeled DOP), Short (labeled SDH), 50Ω (labeled D50) termination, and Through
(THR).
Figure 11 Calibration Standards for PD1000A SMD Test Fixture.
Additional or replacement Calibration Standards are available at:
www.keysight.com/find/PD1000A.
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Test Fixture Calibration
Fixture Calibration Procedure
The PD1000A Test Fixtures were developed to test semiconductor devices with
standard device packaging. Each fixture type has its own Calibration Standards
kit.
Calibration procedures for the PD1000A Test Fixtures are the
same. Use the appropriate mechanical calibration standard
devices supplied with your test fixture. Do not use an E-CAL
standard.
The following procedure describes the Keysight E5080A ENA
Vector Network Analyzer Calibration procedure. If you are using a
different analyzer, the procedure may be different. For detailed
calibration procedures, refer to the analyzer’s documentation.
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Test Fixture Calibration
Install the Calibration Kit Files
The two Calibration Kit files (TO_Fixture_In.xkt for the Input Port and the
TO_Fixture_*.xkt for the Output Port) are available from
www.keysight.com/find/PD1000A. If you have not already done so, download
these files directly to the E5080A hard drive (if it has an Internet connection) or
onto a USB memory stick.
1 If you have not already done so, download the two Calibration Kit files
(TO_Fixture_In.xkt for the Input Port and the TO_Fixture_*.xkt for the Output Port)
from www.keysight.com/find/PD1000A.
– If your E5080A has an Internet connection, download the files directly to
the E5080A hard drive. Otherwise, download the files and copy them to a
USB memory stick.
2 Press the CAL button.
3 Touch CAL Sets & Cal Kits > Cal Kit... .
4 Click the Import button.
5 Navigate to where you stored the two Cal Kit files.
6 Select the TO_Fixture_In.xkt file.
7 Click Open.
8 Select the ENA folder: D:/User > PNACalKits > user.
9 Repeat steps 3 through 6 for the TO_Fixture_Out.xkt file.
10 If you have not already saved the .xkt files, select both files and click Save to
save them to a location on the ENA hard drive. (The files, which are stored in
the ENA’s volatile memory, are otherwise lost when you cycle the power.)
Perform the Calibration
1 Connect the text fixture to the E5080A ENA as shown below. Use two
PD1000A-BST Bias Tees. See Figure 4 on page 14.
2 Setup the analyzer as follows:
Parameter Value
Start Frequency Set the desired Start and Stop frequencies for the
Stop Frequency
Number of Points 25
Time Domain Mode Low-pass Step
frequency range you want to measure. In general, they
should be in the range of 10 kHz to 1 GHz (or 3 GHz).
Calibration Type 2-port SOLT
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Test Fixture Calibration
E5080A ENA
Bias T
Bias T
Network Analyzer
B2902A Precision
Source/Measure Unit
Device Test Fixture (Surface Mount Device fixture shown)
for Gate
for Drain/Collector
Figure 12 Calibration Setup for the PD1000A SMD Test Fixture.
Setup for the TO-220/TO-247 Fixtures is similar.
3 Once all parameters have been set in the ENA, the calibration can be
performed. Press the Cal button. This opens the Select Ports screen.
4 Touc h Other Cals > Smart Cal.
5 Select 2PortCal. Specify Port 1 as the First Port and Port 2 as the Second Port.
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Test Fixture Calibration
6 Click Next. This opens the following screen.
7 Specify the DUT connector type for both ports to ‘PIN’.
8 Specify the Cal Kit files. Select TO_Fixture_In.xkt for the Input Port 1 and
TO_Fixture_Out.xkt for the Output Port 2. These Cal Kit files are used for all three
test fixtures (TO-220/TO-247 and SMD).
The remainder of this procedure involves inserting the Calibration
Standards into the Test Fixtures. Refer to “Inserting Cal Standards
into the PD1000A TO-220/TO-247 Test Fixtures” on page 27 and
“Inserting the Cal Standards into the PD1000A SMD Test Fixture”
on page 29 for detailed instructions on inserting the Calibration
Standards.
9 Click Next. This opens the following screen:
10 Insert the Port 1 OPEN Cal Standard into the test fixture. The OPEN Cal
Standard goes between the Gate and Drain/Collector. Click Measure.
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Test Fixture Calibration
11 Insert the Port 1 SHORT Cal Standard into the test fixture. The SHORT Cal
Standard goes between the Gate and Drain/Collector. Click Measure.
12 Insert the Port 1 50 Ω LOAD Cal Standard into the test fixture. The 50 Ω LOAD
Cal Standard goes between the Gate and Drain/Collector. Click Measure.
13 Insert the Port 2 OPEN Cal Standard into the test fixture. The Port 2 OPEN Cal
Standard goes between the Source/Emitter and Drain/Collector. Click
Measure. Note: for the TO-220/TO-247 Test Fixtures, use the same OPEN Cal.
Standard as before, but turn it around to fit into the correct sockets on the
test fixture.
14 Insert the Port 2 SHORT Cal Standard into the test fixture. The SHORT Cal
Standard goes between the Source/Emitter and Drain/Collector. Click
Measure. Note: for the TO-220/TO-247 Test Fixtures, use the same SHORT Cal.
Standard as before, but turn it around to fit into the correct sockets on the
test fixture.
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Test Fixture Calibration
15 Insert the Port 2 50 Ω LOAD Cal Standard into the test fixture. The 50 Ω LOAD
Cal Standard goes between the Gate and Drain/Collector. Click Measure.
16 Insert the THROUGH Calibration Standard into the Test Fixture. Click Measure.
17 In this screen, the display shows the calculated delay through the THROUGH
Cal Standard. Ensure that the displayed value is less than 0.2 nS. Click OK.
18 Click Save As User CalSet. Click Finish to complete the calibration procedure.
19 Remove the Calibration Standard from the Test Fixture.
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Inserting Cal Standards into the PD1000A TO-220/TO-247 Test Fixtures
Inserting Cal Standards into the PD1000A TO-220/TO-247 Test
Fixtures
Inserting Calibration Standards into the Test Fixtures is the same as inserting
your device to be tested. This section shows the orientation of the Calibration
Standards inserted into the Test Fixture.
Important: Notice the orientation of each standard.
Input Standards
Two pins on each OPEN, SHORT, and 50 Ω LOAD Calibration Standards. The
Calibration Standards connects between the Gate and Source/Emitter.
Figure 13 Inserting the Input OPEN, SHORT, LOAD Standards into the Test Fixture
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Output Standards
Two pins on each OPEN, SHORT, and 50 Ω LOAD Calibration Standards. These are
the same standards used on the Input. The Calibration Standards connect
between the Drain/Collector and Source/Emitter.
Inserting Cal Standards into the PD1000A TO-220/TO-247 Test Fixtures
Figure 14 Inserting Output OPEN, LOAD, or Short Standards into the Test Fixture
THROUGH Standard
Two pins on the THROUGH Standard. There is no label on this standard It connects
between the Gate and the Drain/Collector.
Figure 15 Inserting the THROUGH Standard into the Test Fixture
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Inserting the Cal Standards into the PD1000A SMD Test Fixture
Inserting the Cal Standards into the PD1000A SMD Test Fixture
Use the Test Fixture PC Board, Vertically Conductive Sheet, and Frame Guide
supplied with the SMD Test Fixture for fixture calibration.
Inserting Calibration Standards into the Test Fixture is the same as inserting your
device to be tested. This section shows the orientation of the Calibration
Standards inserted into the Test Fixture.
Important: Notice the orientation of the standards, see Figure 16
below. Insert all seven Calibration Standards with the same
orientation.
Figure 16 Placing an OPEN, SHORT, or LOAD Standard into the SMD Test Fixture
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Customizing an SMD Test Fixture
Keysight Frame with
SMA Connectors.
User lays-out and provides microstrip
PC Board with device contact pattern.
User designs and provides
Frame Guide to place SMD.
Vertically Conductive
sheet.
The SMD Test Fixture and as provided by Keysight is suitable for TO-263 seven
pin SMD devices. These devices must have Pin 1 connected to the Gate of the
device under test. The device Tab must connect to the Drain or Collector. The
Source or Emitter pin(s) must connect to GND.
IMPORTANT: Because each SMD devices is unique, the customer is
required to create and assemble a PC board, frame guide, and
Calibration Standards specific to the device(s) they intend to test.
This section provides general guidelines to customize the SMD
test fixture.
Detailed CAD files (.dxf) for the PC Board, the Frame Guide and
Calibration Standards for standard MOSFET and IGBT devices are
available as part of the PD1000A installation.
You will also need to purchase a Keysight Frame.
Customizing an SMD Test Fixture
Figure 16 shows the primary components of the SMD Test Fixture. Refer to the
following instructions.
Figure 17 PD1000A SMD Test Fixture Components
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Customizing an SMD Test Fixture
Create a New PC Board
The customer is responsible to design and layout a microstrip line PC board with
the contact pattern to match the device(s) being tested. A DXF CAD file for the
PC board is available at www.keysight.com/find/PD1000A. Carefully layout the
microstrip line PC board following the guidelines in the DXF CAD file. The board
must not exceed the 30 mm x 36 mm (shown below) to fit inside the SMD Test
Fixture frame. Solder pads must extend to the edges of the board to permit
soldering the frame SMA center connector pins to the PC board.
Figure 18 below shows the microstrip line PC board provided with the PD1000A
SMD Test Fixture. Yours will be different. TO-263-7 package shown for
orientation and size reference. Dimensions shown are the critical dimensions, all
dimensions are in mm. Shaded area represents copper clad on the PC board.
Figure 18 PD1000A SMD Test Fixture PC Board Guidelines.
All dimensions in mm.
Important: The RF signal lines must maintain a 50 Ω impedance by
microstrip line.
Several very good web sites that provide calculations for microstrip line layout to
maintain the 50 Ω characteristic impedance. The following example presents
general guidelines.
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Customizing an SMD Test Fixture
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from the RF Line to GND is >2t, or
Figure 19 Microstrip Line Example for 50 Ω Impedance
≈ 2 mm. These are only approximations.
≈ 0.877 mm. The distance
The following microstrip line equations helps determine the width and length of
the microstrip line for a give impedance.(Z
are required.
To use the following microstrip substrate equations, the distance
For the following equation, the distance between the RF trace line and the GND should be greater
than twice thne thickness of teh PC Board trace.sd S W ZZZZ
between the RF trace line and the GND must be greater than twice
the thickness of the PC Board trace.
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Customizing an SMD Test Fixture
Create the Frame Guide
The Frame Guide must be made of ESD protected, heat resistant (>100 °C)
material. Keysight recommends the standard SCM5100 ESD grade IC Test
Socket available from PBI Advanced Materials:
http://www.pbi-am.com/contents/esd/index.html?lang=EN. This material is easily
machined to size and deburred. The following diagram shows the dimensions of
the Frame Guide supplied with the SMD Test Fixture. You Frame Guide may vary.
Screw holes are for M2 screws.
Figure 20 PD1000A SMD Frame Guide Outside Dimensions. Inside dimensions are for a TO-263-7
package. TO-263-7 shown for orientation purposes. All dimensions in mm.
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Customizing an SMD Test Fixture
Example Calibration Standards for the
“Gate to Source/Emitter” and the
“Drain/Collector to Source Emitter”. The
traces on the bottom of the PC Board
must match the pin-out of the DUT. The
0 Ω SMD resistor (short) or 50 Ω SMD
resistor must be placed on the top of the
PC Board.
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Create New Calibration Standards
Along with the customized microstrip line PC Board and Frame Guide, you will
need to create seven new Calibration Standards. These Cal Standards are small
microstrip line PC boards with Open, Short, and Through; two boards have 50 Ω
SMD resistors. The dimensions of the seven new Cal Standards must be the
same as the outside dimensions of your DUT; the thickness of the Cal Standard
must be the same thickness as your DUT. The seven PC boards must be designed
as follows (use the provided TO-263-7 Cal Standards as examples):
Cal Standard Connection Requirements
Port 1 Open No connection, Gate to Source/Emitter.
Port 1 Short Direct connection, Gate to Source/Emitter.
Port 1 50 Ω Load Gate to Source/Emitter. Use a 50 Ω SMD resistor. The resistor must go on
the top side of the PC board, not the trace side. See Figure 21 below.
Port 2 Open No connection, Drain/Collector to Source/Emitter.
Port 2 Short Direct connection, Drain/Collector to Source/Emitter.
Port 2 50 Ω Load Drain/Collector to Source/Emitter. Use a 50 Ω SMD resistor. The resistor
must go on the top side of the PC board, not the trace side. See Figure 21.
Through Gate to Drain/Collector.
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Figure 21 Constructing the two 50 Ω SMD Cal Standards
Customizing an SMD Test Fixture
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Solder
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Vertically Conductive Sheet
Additional sheets of the conductive material are available from ShinEtsu
Chemical Co. (Japan). Use part number:
Cut a piece slightly larger than the cutout opening of the Frame Guide. When
assembled to the Test Fixture, the Frame Guide holds the Vertically Conductive
sheet in place.
Assembling the Customized SMD Test Fixture
1 Place the PC Board on the PD1000A-SMD Test Fixture. The copper traces
2 Attach the PC Board to the SMD Fixture using four T6 hex-head screws
MTTE0.1*0.1*18*15*0.25 for 18 mm x 15 mm sheet, 0.25 mm thick
MTTE0.1*0.1*10*10*0.25 for 10 mm x 10 mm sheet, 0.25 mm thick
must face upward. Slide the PC board under the SMA connector center
pins.
provided with the SMD Test Fixture. Do not over tighten the screws.
3 Solder the PC Board to the SMA Connectors as shown below. Be careful to
not damage the SMA connectors.
Figure 22 Solder the PC Board Pads to the SMA Connector Pins
4 Place the vertically conductive sheet over the PC board contact pattern.
5 Place the frame guide over the vertically conductive sheet. Secure it with
four M2 screws. Hand tighten only, do not over tighten the screws.
Figure 23 below shows the assembled SMD Test Fixture.
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Customizing an SMD Test Fixture
Keysight SMD Fixture
with SMA Connectors.
Custom Single-sided
PC Board
Frame guide to place SMD
Vertically conductive sheet
Figure 23 Assembling the SMD Test Fixture
Adjusting the Height of the Push Rod
You can adjust the height (and thereby the force that the push rod exerts on the
SMD device) of the push rod on the test fixture by loosening the 1.5 mm hex
socket (Allen) set screw on the side of the push rod head and sliding the head up
or down then tightening the set screw. See the figure below.
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Figure 24 Allen Screw to Adjust the Height of the Push Rod
Troubleshooting
Damaged shield
on SMA cable
Good SMA cable
Measures open
(infinite)
resistance
between pins
Measures short
(0 Ω) resistance
between pins
Measures 50 Ω
resistance
between pins
Measures short
(0 Ω) resistance
between pins
50 Ω SMD
resistor
0 Ω SMD
resistor
Troubleshooting
This section provides a simple functional verification procedure to test the
PD1000A Test Fixtures, cables, and Calibration Standards. This test procedures
do not verify the resistance accuracy of the Calibration Standards.
SMA Cables
Do not excessively bend, flex, or stretch the SMA cables. Check the SMA cables
regularly, and replace them if they are damaged in any way. It is possible for the
outside shielding of the cables to break.
Figure 25 Damaged SMA Cable
Measuring the DC Resistance of the Calibration Standards
A simple verification test for the Calibration Standards is to measure the DC
resistance of the standards. To the TO-220 and TO-247.
Measure the resistance between the two Cal. Standard pins or SMD pads. As
shown below, the Calibration Standards should measure open (infinite
resistance), short (0 Ω), 50 Ω, and pass-through (Gate to Drain/Collector).
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Figure 26 Measuring the DC Resistance of the TO-220/TO-247 Cal Standards
Troubleshooting
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Use Proper SMA Connector Care and Connection Techniques
Use Proper SMA Connector Care and Connection Techniques
Good connections are essential for accurate calibrations and measurements and
require a skilled operator. The most common cause of measurement error is poor
connections.
SMA connectors will mate with 2.92 and 3.5 mm connectors. However, a
damaged SMA connector, or a used SMA connector with a slightly bent pin can
destroy a 2.92 or 3.5 mm connector. In SMA connectors, the center pin connects
first, before the threads. If an SMA pin is bent or off-center for any reason, then
the pin will make contact with the 2.92/3.5 mm female contacts which are
unsupported as an air dielectric is used, and the female contact may be pushed
out of place.
1 Ground yourself and all devices. Wear a grounded wrist strap and work on a
grounded, conductive table mat.
2 Visually inspect the connectors. If necessary, clean the connectors.
3 Carefully align the connectors. As you make the actual connection, be sure
the connectors align perfectly.
4 Push the connectors straight together. Do not twist or screw the connectors
together.
5 Engage the connector nut (of the connector with the retracted sleeve) over
the threads of the other connector (the connector with the extended sleeve).
Turn only the connector nut. Let the connector nut pull the two connectors
straight together.
6 Do not over tighten this connection. A connection in which the outer
conductors make gentle contact at all points on both mating surfaces is
sufficient. Very light finger pressure is enough to accomplish this.
7 Make sure the connectors are properly supported. Relieve any side pressure
on the connection from long or heavy devices or cables.
8 Torque the connection according to the procedures described below.
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Use Proper SMA Connector Care and Connection Techniques
Hold this
wrench
steady
Lift
Device
Device
Correct method Incorrect method
(reduces lift on connection) (too much lift on connection)
Final Connection Using a Torque Wrench
Using a torque wrench guarantees the connection is not too tight, preventing
possible connector damage. It also guarantees that all connections are equally
tight. Prevent the rotation of anything other than the connector nut that you are
tightening.
Use a Keysight 8710-1582, 0.56N-m (5 lb-in) 5/16 inch break-over torque
wrench to make a final connection. A Torque wrench is supplied as part of the
PD1000A-SPK Accessory Kit.
.
Figure 7 Keysight 8710-1582 SMA Torque Wrench
The Keysight 8710-1582, 5 lb-in Torque Wrench is a precision
instrument and should be treated and maintained like a measuring
instrument.
1 Turn the connector nut. This may be possible to do by hand if one of the
connectors is fixed (as on a test port). However, it is recommended that you
use a second open-end wrench to keep the body of the device from turning.
2 Position both wrenches within 90 degrees of each other before applying force.
Wrenches opposing each other (greater than 90 degrees apart) will cause a
lifting action that can misalign and stress the connections of the device
involved. This is especially true when several devices are connected together.
Refer to the following figure.
Figure 8 Wrench Positions
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Use Proper SMA Connector Care and Connection Techniques
Torquing Direction
Stop when handle begins to yield
3 Hold the torque wrench lightly, at the end of the handle only (beyond the
groove). See the following figure.
Figure 9 Using the Torque Wrench
4 Apply force downward to the wrench handle. This applies torque to the
connection through the wrench. Do not hold the wrench so tightly that you
push the handle straight down along its length rather than pivoting it,
otherwise you apply an unknown amount of torque.
You don’t have to fully break the handle of the torque wrench to
reach the specified torque; doing so can cause the handle to kick
back and loosen the connection. Any give at all in the handle is
sufficient torque.
5 Tighten the connection just to the torque wrench break point. The wrench
handle gives way at its internal pivot point. Do not tighten the connection
further.
Separating Connections
To avoid lateral (bending) force on the connector mating plane surfaces, always
support the devices and connections.
Do not turn the device body. Only turn the connector nut. Damage
to the center conductor can occur if the device body is twisted.
1 Use an open-end wrench or spanner wrench to prevent the device body from
turning.
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2 Use another open-end wrench or the torque wrench to loosen the connector
nut.
3 Complete the separation by hand, turning only the connector nut.
4 Pull the connectors straight apart without twisting, rocking, or bending.
Inspect and Clean Connectors
Clean connector interfaces prolong connector life and produce more accurate
and repeatable measurements. When using SMA female connectors, pay special
attention to the contact fingers on the female center conductor. These can be
bent or broken, and damage to them is not always easy to see. A connector with
damaged contact fingers will not make good electrical contact and must be
repaired or replaced.
Inspect each connector to make sure that no particles or residue are present.
Connector Cleaning
Always use protective eye-wear when using compressed air or
nitrogen.
Keep isopropyl alcohol away from heat, sparks, and flame.
Store in a tightly closed container. Isopropyl alcohol is
extremely flammable. In case of fire, use alcohol foam, dry
chemical, or carbon dioxide; water may be ineffective.
Use Proper SMA Connector Care and Connection Techniques
Use isopropyl alcohol with adequate ventilation and avoid
contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. It causes skin
irritation, may cause eye damage, and is harmful if
swallowed or inhaled. It may be harmful if absorbed
through the skin.
Wash thoroughly after handling. In case of spill, soak up
with sand or earth. Flush spill area with water.
Dispose of isopropyl alcohol in accordance with all
applicable federal, state, and local environmental
regulation.
– Use compressed air to loosen particles on the connector mating plane
surfaces.
– Apply a small amount of isopropyl alcohol to a lint-free swab. Clean the
connector threads. Let the alcohol evaporate, then blow the threads dry
with a gentle stream of clean, low-pressure compressed air or nitrogen.
Always completely dry a connector before you reassemble or use it.
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This information is subject to change
without notice.
© Keysight Technologies, 2019
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Edition 3, January 2019
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