Agilent 4278A Capacitance Meter
The Agilent 4278A Capacitance Meter is designed for precision and speed in capacitor inspection applications, making it an ideal tool for both production lines and quality control environments. This high-performance instrument operates at standard frequency levels of 1 kHz and 1 MHz, providing reliable comparative measurements across a spectrum of low to medium value capacitors, accommodating capacitance values of up to 200 μF. This range effectively covers most ceramic and film capacitor types, ensuring versatility in testing.
With a built-in oscillator output level adjustable from 0.1 V to 1 V in 0.1 V increments, the 4278A optimizes the measurement process, enhancing the efficiency of testing workflows. This meticulously engineered capacitance meter boasts a measurement speed of 6.5 ms, 10 ms, and 21 ms, ensuring rapid data acquisition without compromising accuracy.
Key Features
- Measurement Parameters: C-D (Capacitance-Displacement), Q (Quality Factor), ESR (Equivalent Series Resistance), and G (Conductance)
- C-D Measurement Accuracy: Exceptional accuracy with 0.07% and 0.0005 at 1 kHz (21 ms), and 0.5% with 0.0002 at 1 MHz (21 ms)
- High Resolution: 6-digit display offering precision to 0.00001
- Intelligent Built-in Comparator: Streamline your testing process with a 10-bin sorting capability for efficient categorization of components
- High-Speed HP-IB Interface: Seamlessly integrate the 4278A with automatic handlers and external computers for a complete automated solution in testing, data acquisition, and analysis
The Agilent 4278A Capacitance Meter stands out as a crucial asset for professionals dedicated to maintaining the integrity and performance of electronic components, delivering both accuracy and speed in a single, sophisticated package.
