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Keithley 6517B
Keithley 6517B, 6.5 Digit, 10 A Resolution, Electrometer/High Resistance Meter
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Keithley 6517B Electrometer/High Resistance Meter
The Keithley 6517B Electrometer is a high resistance meter system to measure extremely low currents with a 10 A resolution capability. The unit uses an input bias current below 3 femto-amperes. The design supports precise high resistance evaluations without introducing unnecessary measurement disturbances. The 6517B electrometer offers a 6½ digit mode for accurate readings. The device maintains burden voltage below 20 microvolts on its lowest current ranges. The unit performs voltage measurements up to 200 V with a high input impedance that exceeds 200 T-Ohms during demanding test conditions. The meter integrates a built-in ±1000 V voltage source that provides controlled high-potential excitation required for advanced insulation and dielectric characterization tasks. The 6517B electro-meter system applies an alternating polarity sourcing method that minimizes charge buildup during measurements and improves overall stability when characterizing extremely high resistance materials. It supports predefined test sequences for surface resistivity measurements under precisely regulated voltage levels.
The 6517B high resistance meter enables accurate surface insulation resistance evaluations through repeatable low-current measurement procedures. The system can be expanded using optional plug-in scanner cards designed for multi-sample classification. These cards allow switching for up to 10 devices by enabling consistent measurement conditions. The unit measures resistances as high as 1 × 10¹â¸ Ohms while capturing ultra-low currents with accuracy supported by shielding and optimized internal design. The 6517B resistance meter includes GPIB and RS-232 interfaces that ensure dependable communication in automated environments. It offers coordinated control capabilities when integrated into standardized test platforms requiring synchronized operations.
The Keithley 6517B Electrometer operates efficiently with the KickStart application which provides structured software-controlled test setups for automated and repeatable hindrance measurement sequences. It integrates with the 8009 Resistivity Test Fixture which allows stable and consistent electrode contact during both surface and volume assessments. The charge stabilization effects are managed to influence high-impedance capacity repeatability and delivers consistent readings when assessing leakage behavior in complex insulating structures. The unit also offers structured routines for volume analysis that maintain stable sourcing conditions throughout each test cycle. The 6517B Electrometer ensures accurate extraction of dielectric parameters during high-precision research applications. The device includes stable filtering components that minimize noise across extreme resistance ranges and maintain a linear response for detailed multi-level voltage profiling.
| Model | Keithley 6517B |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Keithley |
| Part Type | Electrometer / High Resistance Meter |
| Resolution | 6½-digit measurement resolution |
| Resistance Measurement Range | Up to 1 × 10¹â¸ Ohms |
| Voltage Measurement Range | Up to 200 V |
| Built-in Test Sequences | Surface resistivity, volume resistivity, SIR, voltage sweep |
| Fixture Compatibility | 8009 Resistivity Test Fixture (optional) |
| Software Compatibility | KickStart High Resistivity Application |
| Communication Interfaces | GPIB and RS-232 |
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