Keithley Instruments, Inc. 28775 Aurora Road Cleveland, Ohio 44139 1-888-KEITHLEY www.keithley.com Keithley Instruments Customer Documentation Series 2600A UL Safety Supplement 1. Introduction The Keithley Instruments Series 2600A System SourceMeter instruments offer electronic component and semiconductor device manufacturers a scalable, high throughput, highly cost-effective solution for precision DC, pulse, and low frequency AC source-measure testing. 2. Contact information If you have any questions, please contact your local Keithley Instruments representative or call Keithley Instruments corporate headquarters (toll-free inside the U.S. and Canada only) at 1-888-KEITHLEY (1-888-534-8453), or from outside the U.S. at +1-440-248-0400. For worldwide contact numbers, visit our website at www.keithley.com. 3. Package content The following items are included with every Series 2600A order: Model 2601A, 2602A, 2611A, 2612A, 2635A, or 2636A System SourceMeter instrument with line cord Two RJ-45 crossover cables Certificate of calibration Quick Start Guide CD-ROMs that contain: PDFs of the User s and Reference Manuals Test Script Builder script development software Accessories as ordered The following items are included with Models 2601A, 2602A, 2611A, and 2612A only: 2600-KIT Screw terminal connector kit (two with Models 2602A and 2612A and one with Models 2601A and 2611A) The following items are included with Models 2611A, 2612A, 2635A, and 2636A only: 2600-IAC interlock connector The following items are included with Models 2635A and 2636A only: CS-1423-3 inverted mini plug 2636-002 wire cutting 2600-ALG-2 low noise triax cable with alligator clips, UL approved for up to 42 V, 2 m (6.6 ft) (two with Model 2636A and one with Model 2635A) SC-73-0, 15.24 cm (6 in.) 16 AWG ground connect wire 4. Options and accessories GPIB cables, interfaces, and adaptors (connects Series 2600A to the GPIB bus) Models 7006-1 and 7006-2: Single-shielded GPIB cables. Terminated with one straight connector (non-stacking) and one feed-through connector. Model 7006-1 is 1 m (3.3 ft) long; Model 7006-2 is 2 m (6.6 ft) long. KPCI-488LP: IEEE-488 interface/controller for the PCI Bus. PA-1016 Rev. B / October 2010 1
KPXI-488: IEEE-488 interface board for the PXI Bus. KUSB-488A: USB-to-GPIB interface adapter. Models 7007-05, 7007-1, 7007-2, and 7007-4: Double-shielded premium GPIB cables. Each end is terminated with a feed-through metal housing for longest life and best performance. Model 7007-05 is 0.5 m (1.6 ft) long; 7007-1 is 1 m (3.3 ft) long; Model 7007-2 is 2 m (6.6 ft) long; Model 7007-4 is 4 m (13 ft) long. Model 7010: Shielded GPIB-to-GPIB bus adapter. Provides additional clearance between the rear panel and GPIB cable connector. Allows easier access to cables and other connectors. RS-232 cable (connects Series 2600A to the RS-232) Model 7009-5 shielded RS-232 cable: This straight-through cable connects the RS-232 of the Series 2600A to the RS-232 interface of your PC. This cable is 1.5 m (5 ft) long and uses shielded cable and connectors to reduce electromagnetic interference (EMI). TSP-Link cable (connects Series 2600A to the TSP-Link or LAN) CA-180-3A CAT 5 cable: Crossover CAT5 LAN cable that connects the TSP-Link of the Series 2600A to other instruments. It can also be used to connect the instrument to LAN equipment with Auto_MDIX or to connect the LAN port of the Series 2600A to a computer. Digital I/O port cables (connects Digital I/O to other devices) CA-126-1 DB-25 cable: DB-25 male to female DB-25 cable, 1.5 m (5 ft) long, used to connect the digital I/O port to other instruments. 2600-TLINK trigger cable: Cable used to connect the digital I/O port of Series 2600A instruments to other Keithley Instruments equipped with Trigger Link (TLINK). 5. Electrical rating Table 1: Input supply Models 2601A, 2602A, 2611A, 2612A 100 V AC to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, 240 V A Models 2635A, 2636A 100 V AC to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, 250 V A Table 2: Source output Models 2601A and 2602A Model 2611A, 2612A, 2635A and 2636A Voltage 40 V DC maximum 200 V DC maximum Current 3A maximum at 6 V DC, 1 A maximum at 40 V DC 1.5 A maximum at 20 V DC, 0.1 A maximum at 200 V DC Table 3: Measuring input Models 2601A and 2602A Measurement Category I Model 2611A, 2612A, 2635A, and 2636A Measurement Category I Voltage 40 V DC maximum Hi to Lo, 250 V DC Lo to Ground 200 V DC maximum Hi to Lo, 250 V DC Lo to Ground Current 3 A maximum at 6 V DC, 1 A maximum at 40 V DC 1.5 A maximum at 20 V DC, 0.1 A maximum at 200 V DC Impedance Variable Variable 2 PA-1016 Rev. B / October 2010
6. Assembly, location, and mounting requirements Series 2600A Customer Documentation UL Safety Supplement The Series 2600A System SourceMeter instruments can be mounted in a standard 19-inch rack (horizontal mountings only; mounting vertically may impede the cooling mechanisms). When rack mounting the Series 2600A, make sure there is adequate airflow around at least one side to ensure proper cooling. Adequate airflow enables air temperatures within approximately one inch of the Series 2600A surfaces to remain within specified limits under all operating conditions. The cooling specifications state: Forced air Side intake, rear exhaust One side must be unobstructed when rack mounted 7. Supply connection and grounding requirements Before operating an instrument, ensure that the line cord is connected to a properly grounded, appropriately rated power receptacle. Inspect the connecting cables, test leads, and jumpers for possible wear, cracks, or breaks before each use. When installing equipment where access to the main power cord is restricted, such as rack mounting, a separate main input power disconnect device must be provided in close proximity to the equipment and within easy reach of the operator. 8. Ventilation requirements To prevent damaging heat build-up and ensure specified performance, observe to the following precautions: The rear exhaust vent and at least one side vent must be kept free of any obstructions. Even partial blockage could impair proper cooling. DO NOT position any devices adjacent to the Series 2600A that force air (heated or unheated) into or onto its cooling vents or surfaces. This additional airflow could compromise accuracy performance. When rack mounting the Series 2600A, make sure there is adequate airflow around at least one side to ensure proper cooling. Adequate airflow enables air temperatures within approximately one inch of the Series 2600A surfaces to remain within specified limits under all operating conditions. DO NOT rack-mount high power-dissipation equipment adjacent to the Series 2600A that could cause excessive heating to occur. The specified ambient temperature must be maintained around the surfaces of the Series 2600A to maintain specified accuracies. 9. Environmental conditions To maintain safety, the following environmental conditions should be maintained: For indoor use only Altitude up to 2000 m Temperature 0 C to 40 C (32 F to 104 F) Maximum relative humidity 80 percent for temperatures up to 31 C (88 F), decreasing linearly to 50 percent relative humidity at 40 C (104 F) Mains supply voltage fluctuations not to exceed ±10 percent of the nominal voltage Transient overvoltages according to INSTALLATION CATEGORIES (OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORIES) I, II, and III (see Annex J); for mains supply, the minimum and normal category is category II Pollution degree: 1 or 2 To maintain accuracy the following, additional environmental conditions should be maintained: An ambient temperature of 18 C to 28 C (65 F to 82 F) A relative humidity of less than 70 percent unless otherwise noted The instrument may be operated at up to 50 C (122 F) where the power output is derated by one watt per channel for each degree Celsius above 30 C (86 F), and at up to 70 percent relative humidity. Terminals shall not be used for measurements within the measurement categories CAT II, CAT III, and CAT IV. Input PA-1016 Rev. B / October 2010 3
measurement terminals shall also be protected from drawing more than then maximum rated current when connecting to an external source. 10. Front panel operation The following information is a brief summary of the Series 2600A front-panel operating controls. For more detailed information, refer to the Series 2600A User s and Reference Manuals. NOTE The Models 2601A, 2611A, and 2635A have one source-measure channel (Channel A); Models 2602A, 2612A, and 2636A have two source-measure channels (Channel A and Channel B). Figure 1: Models 2601A, 2611A, 2602A, 2612A, 2635A, and 2636A front panels 1 -Special Keys and power switch (DISPLAY, CONFIG, POWER)* 2 - Source-measure setup, performance control, and special operation. TOP ROW: SRC, MEAS, LIMIT, MODE, number keys MIDDLE ROW: DIGITS, SPEED, REL, FILTER, number keys BOTTOM ROW: LOAD, RUN, STORE, RECALL, TRIG, MENU, EXIT, ENTER, number keys 3 - Up and down RANGE keys, AUTO 4 - OUTPUT ON/OFF, LED indicator 5 - Navigation wheel, USB port, CURSOR keys * For detailed descriptions of front-panel operations for all System SourceMeter models, refer to the Series 2600A User s and Reference Manuals 4 PA-1016 Rev. B / October 2010
11. Rear panel overview SMU Connectors Figure 1: SMU connector diagrams for Models 2602A/2612A and 2635A/2636A) 1 - CHANNEL A and CHANNEL B 1 - CHANNEL A and CHANNEL B Triax connectors 2 - DIGITAL I/O 2 - DIGITAL I/O 3 - IEEE-488 3 - IEEE-488 4 - Cooling exhaust vent 4 - Cooling exhaust vent 5 - Chassis ground 5 - Chassis ground 6 - Low noise chassis ground 6 - RS-232 7 - RS-232 7 - TSP-Link 8 - TSP-Link 8 - Power module 9 - Power module 9 - Triax connector 10 - LAN 10 - Phoenix connector on ground module 11 - LAN 12. Technical specifications and features Models 2601A/2602A System SourceMeter instruments: Source ±DC voltage from 1 μv to 40.4 V Source ±DC current from 1pA to 3.03 A Source ±pulse current up to 10 A Measure ± pulse current up to 10 A Measure ±DC voltage from 1 μv to 40.8 V Measure ±DC current from 1 pa to 3.06 A Models 2611A/2612A System SourceMeter instruments: Source ±DC voltage from 1 μv to 202 V Source ±DC current from 1p A to 1.515 A Source ±pulse current up to 10 A Measure ± pulse current up to 10 A Measure ±DC voltage from 1 μv to 204 V Measure ±DC current from 1 pa to 1.53 A Models 2635A/2636A System SourceMeter instruments: Source +/- DC voltage from 1 μv to 20 2V Source +/- DC current from 20 fa to 1.515 A Source ±pulse current up to 10 A Measure ± pulse current up to 10 A Measure +/- DC voltage from 1 μv to 204 V PA-1016 Rev. B / October 2010 5
Measure +/- DC current from 1 fa to 1.53 A Resistance and power measurement functions. LXI Class C. High Capacitance mode for load impedance up to 50 μf. Contact check function. Two independent source-measure channels (Models 2602A, 2612A, and 2636A only). Four-quadrant sink or source operation. Embedded Test Script Processor (TSP ) accessible from any host interface; responds to high-speed test scripts comprised of instrument control commands. Linear, logarithmic, and custom sweeping and pulsing. Internally stores five user setup options. Two dedicated reading buffers per SMU that can each store and recall over 140,000 measurements. Additional dynamic reading buffers can be created. Filtering to reduce reading noise. Supports IEEE-488 (GPIB), RS-232, and Ethernet. TSP-Link: Allows TSP-enabled instruments to trigger and communicate with each other. Digital I/O port: Allows the Series 2600A to control other devices. Trigger model supports robust triggering and synchronization schemes at hardware speeds. Advanced TSP features enable parallel script execution across the TSP-Link network. USB flash drive access for saving data buffers, test scripts, and user setups. Web-based characterization tool that provides easy access to data gathering, sweeping, and pulsing features. 6 PA-1016 Rev. B / October 2010