Datasheet

Keithley’s Series 2400 Source Measure Unit (SMU)
Instruments are designed specifically for test applications
that demand tightly coupled sourcing and measurement.
All SourceMeter models provide precision voltage and
current sourcing as well as measurement capabilities.
Each SourceMeter SMU instrument is both a highly stable
DC power source and a true instrument-grade 6½-digit
multimeter. The power source characteristics include
low noise, precision, and readback. The multimeter
capabilities include high repeatability and low noise.
The result is a compact, single-channel, DC parametric
tester. In operation, these instruments can act as a voltage
source, a current source, a voltage meter, a current
meter, and an ohmmeter. Manufacturers of components
and modules for the communications, semiconductor,
computer, automotive, and medical industries will find the
SourceMeter SMU instruments invaluable for a wide range
of characterization and production test applications.
Series 2400 SourceMeter
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SMU Instruments
Datasheet
Key Features
Five instruments in one (IV Source, IVR Measure)
Five models: 20100 W DC, 1000 W pulsed,
1100 V to 1 µV
Source and sink (4-quadrant) operation
0.012% basic measure accuracy with 6½-digit
resolution
2-, 4-, and 6-wire remote V-source and
measure sensing
1700 readings/second at 4½ digits via GPIB
Pass/Fail comparator for fast sorting/binning
Programmable DIO port for automation/handler/
prober control (except 2401)
Standard SCPI GPIB, RS-232 and Keithley Trigger
Link interfaces
Download free KickStart I-V Characterization Software
for device characterization.
Advantages of a Tightly Integrated Instrument
By linking source and measurement circuitry in a single
unit, these instruments offer a variety of advantages
over systems configured with separate source and
measurement instruments. For example, they minimize
the time required for test station development, setup,
and maintenance, while lowering the overall cost of
system ownership. They simplify the test process itself
by eliminating many of the complex synchronization
and connection issues associated with using multiple
instruments. And, their compact half-rack size conserves
precious “real estate” in the test rack orbench.
Legacy Products and Suggested Alternatives
The 2400, 2410, 2420, and 2440 SourceMeter SMU Instruments in
this datasheet are classified as “Legacy Products”. They have been
succeeded by Keithley’s newer 2400 Series Graphical SourceMeter
SMUs with improved and greater performance. For new applications
and designs, Keithley recommends you consider using the newer
graphical models. The table provides a list of suggested graphical
models for new applications anddesigns.
Legacy
Model Model Type
Graphical
Model
2400 Basic/ Standard 2450
2410 High Voltage 2470
2420 High Current 2460 or 2461
2440 High Current 2460 or 2461

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