Source/Measure Units

One of the most useful tools in power test is the source measure unit (SMU), capable of both sourcing and measuring simultaneously, delivering precise voltage and/or current measurements.

Source Measure Units Migrate to Address Expanding Power Applications

June 21, 2021

One of the most compelling pieces of evidence in how far power electronics has come is the increased amount of pressure it has placed on the power test community to address advanced...

Test & Measurement

An overview of the N6781A 2-quadrant Source/measure Unit

June 16, 2021

This video provides an overview of Keysight’s N6781A 2-quadrant source/measure unit.

Test & Measurement

Keithley 2470 1kV Source Measure Unit (SMU) Review

June 8, 2021

The Keithley 2470 SMU offers 1100 V and 10 fA capability, and is optimized for characterizing and testing high voltage, low leakage devices, materials, and modules.

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Understanding Source Measure Units

June 8, 2021

In this video Rohde and Schwarz provides an introduction to source measure units, and explains the various advantages that SMUs provide over traditional power supplies and digital...

Test & Measurement

DIY Source-Measure Unit SMU

June 8, 2021

In this video, Dave Erickson goes over his DIY Source-Measure Unit SMU project.

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What’s the difference? Classic curve tracer vs. SMU with curve tracer software

May 3, 2021

Keithley I-V Tracer Software uses the touchscreen interface of modern Source Measure Unit (SMU) instruments to recreate the familiar user experience of a curve tracer for two-...

Test & Measurement

Special Report: Programmable Power

Aug. 31, 2020

Whatever project you are working on, power will be a key aspect. You will need the ability to simulate power sources and the systems they power to make sure the the two play well...