Chroma ATE Announces Ultra-High Resolution PXI-Based SMU

March 29, 2010 - PRLog -- Further expanding its portfolio of test and measurement solutions, Chroma ATE has announced the newest member of its PXI series, the 52401.

The Chroma 52401 is a single slot 3U PXI card that can host two programmable source/measure modules. Each source measurement unit is independent, isolated, and supplies full four-quadrant ±25V at ±200mA.  Each SMU has its own output connection through 6 wires, ±force, ±sense and ±guards, maximizing precise measurements. The 52401 is able to force voltage or current and measure either voltage or current, FVMI or FIMV. Both force and measurement circuitry utilize 18 bit DAC/ADC.

The 52401 features 7 current force/measure ranges, from 200mA to 200nA, with resolutions as low as 1.6pA. There are 6 voltage forcing ranges from ±25V to ±0.5V. Twelve full scale voltage measurement ranges, ranging from ±25V to ±5mV, allowing the user to maximize the resolution readings. The 52401 has a built in patented hardware sequence engine that uses deterministic timing to control each SMU allowing for cross module/card synchronization.

Pricing & Availability
The 52401 is immediately available worldwide with a list price of $3950 USD.  To purchase, contact Chroma directly at 1-800-478-2026, or visit their website, http://www.chromaus.com.

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Chroma is a world leading own brand supplier in electronic test and measurement equipment and systems. Founded in 1984, Chroma provides integrated and customized turnkey solutions in test and measurement instruments, automatic test systems and manufacturing execution systems. Chroma is headquartered in Hwa-Ya Technology Park, Taoyuan, Taiwan, also with worldwide engineering service offices in Europe, United States, China, and Japan. For more information, visit http://www.chromaus.com