Description
The Ark Metrica SMU-4000 Source-Measure Unit (SMU) is a four-channel precision instrument designed for sourcing and measuring voltage and current. Combining the functionality of a voltage source, current source, voltmeter, and ammeter into a single device, the SMU is ideal for applications requiring precise electronic characterisation, including semiconductor testing, material's research, and device evaluation.
Unlike traditional power supplies or standalone measurement instruments, the SMU-4000 operates in both source and measure modes simultaneously. It supports four-quadrant operation, meaning it can source and sink bipolar voltages and currents, making it suitable for characterising both active and passive components under various operating conditions.
Equipped with four independently controllable channels, each with multiple operational modes and flexible compliance settings, the SMU-4000 offers exceptional control for laboratory and production environments. Its remote control options via standard communication protocols ensure seamless integration into automated test systems.
The SMU can additionally be controlled using our control software for experiment automation.
Specifications
Measurement
- Number of independent channels: 4
- Voltage range: ± 5 V
- Voltage DAC set resolution*: 16-bit
- Voltage ADC measure resolution*: 16-bit
- Current range: ± 0.2 A
- Current DAC set resolution*: 16-bit
- Current ADC measure resolution*: 16-bit
Communication
- Interfaces: RJ45 (10/100BT)
- IP configuration: DHCP
- Programming: Custom command set based on a subset of SCPI
Power supply
- Input voltage: 12 VDC
- Maximum input current (continuous): <1.6 A (1.6 A internal fuse)
- Maximum input current (transient): 2A