Keysight E5250A Low Leakage Switch Mainframe

The Keysight E5250A Low Leakage Switch Mainframe is designed to enhance single measurement stations, making it an indispensable tool for semiconductor testing and automated measurement systems. Compatible with leading measurement instruments, this powerful mainframe allows for extensive flexibility, enabling users to configure plug-in modules either as a cross-point matrix for general parametric measurements or as a multiplexer for long-term reliability testing.

Key Features

• Channel Multiplexer Capability: When configured as a 24 (8x3) channel multiplexer, the E5250A supports up to 384 channels, making it ideal for long-term reliability testing.
• Cost Efficiency: The architecture permits the use of economical power supplies, ensuring consistent stressing while maintaining accuracy and reliability.
• Parallel Testing: With its extensive channel capacity and low-cost stress sources, users can efficiently test hundreds of devices simultaneously, significantly reducing testing costs and duration.

Core Functions

• Switches DC current, DC voltage, capacitance, and pulse signals through DC instruments and LCR meters.
• Offers control of switching via a built-in GPIB interface.
• Facilitates self-testing with the Option 301 relay function test adapter.

Measurement Capabilities

• Exceptional Resolution: 20 femtoamp measurement resolution achievable with compatible devices.
• Fast Settling Time: Transient current settling time of less than 3.5 seconds with a 10 V input step.
• High Bandwidth: Delivers 10 MHz bandwidth (-3dB) when using E5252A cards.
• Channel Isolation: Achieves a remarkable channel isolation of 10 teraohms for low-current paths via E5252A matrix cards.

Architectural Features

Using E5252A Matrix Cards

• Supports 6 low-current (triaxial) and 4 general-purpose (coaxial) inputs.
• Modular design allows configurations of x12, x24, x36, and x48 triaxial output setups.
• Dedicated internal paths for the first four triaxial inputs boost measurement integrity.
• Multiplexed configuration for triaxial inputs 5 and 6 along with coaxial inputs enhances flexibility.

Using E5255A Multiplexer Cards

• Equipped with 6 low-current (triaxial) inputs and 3 dc-bias (coaxial) inputs per card.
• Modular architecture supports configurations of x24, x48, x72, and x96 triaxial outputs.
• Seamlessly integrates up to four E5250A mainframes, expanding capabilities to a maximum of 384 output channels.

Measurement and Testing Possibilities

10 x 12 Matrix Switch

• Enables sequential measurement across multiple devices on a single test structure.
• Ten inputs combined with 48 outputs ensure both flexibility and precision.
• Includes low-leakage inputs and standard inputs for comprehensive I-V measurements.
• Takes advantage of dual C-V paths with accurate capacitance compensation for enhanced results.
• Features auxiliary inputs designed for pulsed, differential voltage, and other specialized measurements.

24 (8 x 3) Channel Multiplexer for Reliability Testing

• Expands to a 384-channel testing capability for superior efficiency in parallel evaluations.
• Utilizes affordable power sources for consistent and reliable stressing conditions.
• Incorporates protection mechanisms against power surges to maintain measurement accuracy.
• Compatible with wide-temperature cables for use in environmental chambers.