Agilent Accessories Selection Guide For Impedance Measurements December 2008
Table of Contents Introduction 1. What are Agilent Accessories? 2. Types of Accessories 3. The Benefits of Agilent Accessories 4. ISO 9000 Quality Management Tips for Selecting Appropriate Accessories 1. Selection by Measurement Application 2. Compatibility with Measurement Instruments 3. Frequency, DC Bias, and Operating Temperature/Humidity 4. DUT (Device Under Test) Dimensions 5. Open & Short Repeatability and Proportional Error 6. Furnished Accessories 7.
Balanced/Unbalanced Converters: 16314-60011 Balanced/Unbalanced 4-Terminal Converter Probes: 42941A Impedance Probe Kit DC Bias Accessories: 16065A 200 Vdc External Voltage Bias Fixture 16065C 40 Vdc External Voltage Bias Adapter 42841A Bias Current Source 42842A Bias Current Test Fixture 42842B Bias Current Test Fixture 42842C Bias Current Test Fixture 42851-61100 SMD Test Fixture 42843A Bias Current Cable Material: 16451B Dielectric Test Fixture 16452A Liquid Dielectric Test Fixture Up to 3 GHz (7 mm) Lea
Other Components (Varying in Size, Shape or Grounded): 16117B Low Noise Test Leads 16117C Low Noise Test Leads 16117E Low Noise Test Leads Material: 16008B Resistivity Cell 1 kHz (Milliohm) Various Components: 16338A Test Lead Kit 16143-60011 Mating Cable 16005-60011 Kelvin Clip Leads 16005-60012/14 Kelvin IC Clip Leads 16006-60001 Pin-type Leads 16007-60001/2 Kelvin Alligator Clip Leads Other Accessories 16190B Performance Test Kit 16380A Standard Capacitor Set 16380C Standard Capacitor Set 42030A Four-Ter
Introduction When a device under test (DUT) is measured, a test fixture must be used to connect the instrument to the DUT. A test fixture is an interface specifically designed to connect the instrument and the contact tips of the DUT. 1. What are Agilent Accessories? Agilent offers a variety of accessories suitable for many applications. They are designed to make measurements simple and reliable.
Introduction 3. The Benefits of Agilent Accessories Each accessory is designed to ensure highly accurate measurements without degrading the performance of the measurement instrument. – Minimum residual error preserves the accuracy of the measurement instruments. – Clearly defined error compensation allows easy calculation of error corrections. – Strict measurement specifications, such as test frequencies and signal levels provide safe and accurate measurements.
Tips for Selecting Appropriate Accessories The following topics comprise a helpful guideline for selecting an appropriate accessory for the measurement instrument to be used. 1. Selection by Measurement Application Agilent accessories can be used in a wide variety of measurement applications. These applications range from basic measurements (such as impedance measurements for discrete devices) to advanced measurements (such as measurement of resistivities or dielectric constants.) 2.
Tips for Selecting Appropriate Accessories 3. Frequency, DC Bias, and Operating Temperature/Humidity Each of the Agilent accessories has its own specific operating range. Any measurement performed outside this range can increase residual errors and can cause problems. Be sure that your measurement environment fits the accessory’s specific operating range. In the case of humidity, Agilent’s accessories can operate at a relative humidity of 95% or less at 40°C.
Tips for Selecting Appropriate Accessories 7. Terminal Adapters Terminal Adapters convert the instruments terminal configuration into a 7 mm terminal configuration. This means that instruments that do not have a 7 mm terminal connector can use test fixtures with a 7 mm terminal connector. The 16085B converts a 4-Terminal Pair configuration into a 7 mm terminal connector. The 42942A does the same as 16085B, but can only be used with the 4294A.
Accessories Catalogue Applicable Frequency Ranges Frequency Range DC 16047A 16047D 16047E 16060A 16034E 16034G/H 16043-60011/12 16044A 16334A 16089A/B/C/D/E 16048A/D, 16048-60030 16048E 16048G/H 16314-60011 42941A 16065A 16065C 42842A/B 42842C 16451B 16452A 16092A 16093-65003 16093-65004 16192A 16194A 16196A/B/C/D 16197A 16094-65000 16200B 16453A 16454A 16339A 16118A 16117B/C 16117E 16008B 16338A* 1k 1M 10M 100M 1G [Hz] 2G [Hz] 3G [Hz] 13M 40M 110M 100 k 40M 110M 110M 10M 15M 5 5 100 k For use wi
Accessories Catalogue Accessories Organization This document is organized by measurement frequency and DUT to enable quick selection of an appropriate test fixture for a particular measurement application.
Up to 110 MHz (4-Terminal Pair) Test Fixtures (4-Terminal Pair) for Impedance Measurements up to 110 MHz Frequency range DC 1k 1M 10M 16047A 100M 13M 16047D 40M 16047E 110M 16060A 100 k 16034E 40M 16034G/H 110M 16043-60011/12 110M 16044A 16334A 16089A/B/C/D/E 10M 15M 5 5 100 k 16048A/D, 16048-60030 30M 16048E 16048G/H 110M 16314-60011 100 10M 42941A 110M 16065A 50 16065C 50 42842A/B 20 42842C 2M 1M 2M 75k 16451B 16452A 20 30M For use with E4980A.
Up to 110 MHz (4-Terminal Pair) 16047A Test Fixture Lead Components Description: This test fixture is designed for impedance evaluation of axial/radial lead type devices. The 16047A employs Kelvin contacts which realize a wide impedance measurement range. The contact tip can be changed according to the device shape. Applicable Instruments: 4263B, 4268A, 4279A*, 4288A, E4980A, E4981A, (4284A*, 4285A, 4294A)** * denotes the instrument is obsolete. ** applicable in a limited frequency range.
Up to 110 MHz (4-Terminal Pair) 16047D Test Fixture Lead Components Description: This test fixture is designed for impedance evaluation of axial/radial lead type devices. The 16047D can be used up to a higher frequency, 40 MHz. Applicable Instruments: 4263B, 4268A, 4279A*, 4284A*, 4285A, 4288A, E4981A, (4294A, E4980A)** * denotes the instrument is obsolete. ** applicable in a limited frequency range.
Up to 110 MHz (4-Terminal Pair) 16047E Test Fixture Lead Components Description: This test fixture is designed for impedance evaluation of lead type devices up to 110 MHz. A guard terminal is available for three terminal devices and a shorting plate comes secured on this fixture. Applicable Instruments: 4263B, 4268A, 4279A*, 4284A*, 4285A, 4288A, 4294A, E4980A, E4981A * denotes the instrument is obsolete. Frequency: DC to 110 MHz Maximum Voltage: ±42 V peak max.
Up to 110 MHz (4-Terminal Pair) 16060A Transformer Test Fixture Terminal Connector: 4-Terminal Pair, BNC DUT Connection: Lead Components Description: This test fixture provides a convenient means of measuring a transformer’s self-inductance, mutual inductance, turns-ratio, and DC resistance in the frequency range of DC to 100 kHz, as appropriate for each measurement.
Up to 110 MHz (4-Terminal Pair) 16034E Test Fixture SMD Description: This test fixture is designed for impedance evaluations of SMD. The minimum SMD size that this fixture is adapted to evaluate is 1.6(L) x 0.8(W) [mm]. Applicable Instruments: 4263B, 4268A, 4279A*, 4284A*, 4285A, 4288A, E4980A, E4981A, (4294A)** * denotes the instrument is obsolete. ** applicable in a limited frequency range.
Up to 110 MHz (4-Terminal Pair) 16034G Test Fixture SMD Description: This test fixture is designed for impedance evaluations of SMD. The minimum SMD size that this fixture is adapted to evaluate is 0.6(L) x 0.3(W) [mm]. Applicable Instruments: 4263B, 4268A, 4279A*, 4284A*, 4285A, 4288A, 4294A, E4980A, E4981A * denotes the instrument is obsolete.
Up to 110 MHz (4-Terminal Pair) 16034H Test Fixture SMD Description: This test fixture is designed for impedance evaluations of array-type SMD. The minimum SMD size that this fixture is adapted to evaluate is 1.6(L) x 0.8(W) [mm]. Since the tip of the measurement electrodes are very thin and the device holder is extremely flat, the device can be shifted and the measurement electrodes can contact the each elements of the array-type component.
Up to 110 MHz (4-Terminal Pair) 16044A Test Fixture Description: This test fixture is designed for impedance evaluations of low impedance SMD. The minimum SMD size that this fixture is adapted to evaluate is 1.6(L) x 0.8(W) [mm]. The 16044A has a Kelvin (4-Terminal) contact, which ensures repeatable measurements. It is also equipped with a mechanism for easily performing open and short compensation.
Up to 110 MHz (4-Terminal Pair) SMD Compensation and Measurement: Open and short compensations are recommended before measurement. Short compensation is performed by bringing down the shorting plate (which is already on the fixture) to short all 4 terminals. Open compensation is performed by bringing down both the open plate and the shorting plate to separate the high terminals from the low terminals. After performing open and short compensations, the DUT is inserted into the test fixture.
Up to 110 MHz (4-Terminal Pair) 16334A Tweezers Contact Test Fixture SMD Description: This test fixture is designed for impedance evaluations of SMD. The minimum SMD size that this fixture is adapted to evaluate is 1.6(L) x 0.8(W) [mm]. The tweezers’ contacts on this fixture makes it easy to hold the DUT. Applicable Instruments: 4263B, 4268A, 4279A*, 4284A*, 4288A, E4980A, E4981A, (4285A, 4294A)** * denotes the instrument is obsolete. ** applicable in a limited frequency range.
Up to 110 MHz (4-Terminal Pair) 16043-60011/12 3-Terminal SMD Test Fixture SMD Description: The 16043-60011 or 16043-60012 enable 3-Terminal resonator SMD to be measured by using the guarding technique. Having a 4-Terminal Pair configuration it ensures high precision and repeatability. These fixtures accommodate a wide range of SMD sizes by providing 3 different contact boards. The 16043-60011 is equipped with a sliding mechanism to enable the measurement of load capacitors in the 3-Terminal resonator.
Up to 110 MHz (4-Terminal Pair) SMD DUT Size: Electrode configuration for 16043-60011/12 contact board Three types of contact boards are available for the 16043-60011/12 and the contact boards are selected accordingly to the DUT size and electrodes’ separation. The electrode spacings on the contact boards are shown in the figure above.
Up to 110 MHz (4-Terminal Pair) Compensation and Measurement: Before measurement, a device guide, which is fabricated to fit the DUT’s size must be prepared. The method of preparation is described in the operation manual. The contact board and the device guide must be connected to the 1604360011/12. This is easily accomplished by using the guide pin and screws. For highly precise measurements, it is recommended to perform open and short compensation.
Up to 110 MHz (4-Terminal Pair) 16089A Large Kelvin Clip Leads Other Components Description: This test fixture makes it possible to measure odd-shaped components that cannot be measured with conventional fixtures. It is equipped with two insulated Kelvin clips. Applicable Instruments: 4263B, 4268A, (4284A*, 4285A, 4288A, 4294A, E4980A, E4981A)** * denotes the instrument is obsolete. ** applicable in a limited frequency range.
Up to 110 MHz (4-Terminal Pair) 16089C Kelvin IC Clip Leads Other Components Description: This test fixture makes it possible to measure odd-shaped components that cannot be measured with conventional fixtures. It is equipped with two insulated Kelvin clips. Applicable Instruments: 4263B, 4268A, (4284A*, 4285A, 4288A, 4294A, E4980A, E4981A)** * denotes the instrument is obsolete. ** applicable in a limited frequency range.
Up to 110 MHz (4-Terminal Pair) 16089E Kelvin Clip Leads Other Components Description: This test fixture can measure lead components with low impedance. It has excellent repeatability and low contact resistance. It is equipped with two insulated Kelvin clips. Applicable Instruments: 4263B, 4268A, (4284A*, 4285A, 4288A, 4294A, E4980A, E4981A)** * denotes the instrument is obsolete. ** applicable in a limited frequency range.
Up to 110 MHz (4-Terminal Pair) 16048A Test Leads Port/Cable Extension Description: The test leads extend the measurement port with a 4-Terminal Pair configuration. It is provided with a BNC female connector board to allow the attachment of user-fabricated test fixtures. Applicable Instruments: 4263B, 4268A, 4279A*, 4284A*, 4285A, 4288A, E4980A, E4981A * denotes the instrument is obsolete.
Up to 110 MHz (4-Terminal Pair) 16048D Test Leads Port/Cable Extension Description: The test leads extend the measurement port with a 4-Terminal Pair configuration. It is provided with a BNC female connector board to allow the attachment of user-fabricated test fixtures. Applicable Instruments: 4263B, 4268A, 4279A*, 4284A*1, 4285A, 4288A, E4980A, E4981A * denotes the instrument is obsolete. 1. Requires Option 006. Terminal Connector: 4-Terminal Pair, BNC Cable Length (approx.
Up to 110 MHz (4-Terminal Pair) 16048G Test Leads Port/Cable Extension Description: The test leads extend the measurement port with a 4-Terminal Pair configuration. It is provided with a BNC male connector board to allow the attachment of user-fabricated test fixtures.
Up to 110 MHz (4-Terminal Pair) 16314-60011 Balanced/Unbalanced 4-Terminal Converter Balanced/Unbalanced Converters Description: This balun converts the (unbalanced) 4Terminal pair configuration to a (balanced) binding posts configuration. It is used to measure a balanced device using an unbalanced measurement instrument. Applicable Instruments: 4263B, 4268A, 4279A*, 4288A, E4981A (4284A*, 4285A, 4294A, E4980A)** * denotes the instrument is obsolete. ** applicable in a limited frequency range.
Up to 110 MHz (4-Terminal Pair) 42941A Impedance Probe Kit Terminal Connector: 4-Terminal Pair, BNC Cable Length (approx.): 1.5 m Weight (approx.): 2400 g Basic Measurement Accuracy: ±1% For detailed information, refer to the operation manual or the specifications of 4294A. Probes Description: This impedance probe kit is designed for use with the 4294A. It provides the capability to perform in-circuit measurements (printed circuit patterns, the input/output impedance of circuits, etc.
Up to 110 MHz (4-Terminal Pair) 16065A 200Vdc External Voltage Bias Fixture DC Bias Accessories Description: This test fixture makes it possible to measure a DUT with up to ±200 V DC bias. The same modules of 16047A/D can be used to allow measurements of axial/radial lead components. Applicable Instruments: 4263B, 4268A, 4279A*, 4288A, E4981A (4284A*, 4285A, 4294A, E4980A)** * denotes the instrument is obsolete. ** applicable in a limited frequency range.
Up to 110 MHz (4-Terminal Pair) 42841A Bias Current Source DC Bias Accessories Description: The 42841A is a bias current source for use with the E4980A, 4284A* or 4285A. The configured measurement system has the capability to perform DC bias current measurements of up to 40 A in the 20 Hz to 2 MHz frequency range and up to 10 A in the 75 kHz to 30 MHz frequency range.
Up to 110 MHz (4-Terminal Pair) 42842A Bias Current Test Fixture DC Bias Accessories Bias Voltage Output connector: BNC(f) Description: This test fixture is designed for use with the 42841A. It is connected directly to the bias current output terminals of the 42841A. The following features ensure accurate and safe DC bias measurements: • Clear plastic cover is provided for safe measurements. • Opening the cover decreases the voltage generated by back-e.m.f.
Up to 110 MHz (4-Terminal Pair) 42842B Bias Current Test Fixture DC Bias Accessories Bias Voltage Output connector: BNC(f) Description: This test fixture is designed for use with the 42841A. It is connected directly to the bias current output terminals of the 42841A. The following features ensure accurate and safe DC bias measurements: • Clear plastic cover is provided for safe measurements. • Opening the cover decreases the voltage generated by back-e.m.f.
Up to 110 MHz (4-Terminal Pair) 42842C Bias Current Test Fixture DUT Connection: 2-Terminal Bias Voltage Output connector: BNC(f) Dimensions (approx.): 213(W) x 173(H) x 235(D) [mm] Weight (approx.): 3100 g Basic Measurement Accuracy: – √ f [%] + 4285A's accuracy [%] f: [MHz] DC Bias Accessories Description: This test fixture is designed for use with the 42841A. It is connected directly to the bias current output terminals of the 42841A.
Up to 110 MHz (4-Terminal Pair) 42843A Bias Current Cable DC Bias Accessories Description: The 42843A is designed for use with 42841A and 42842B, 40 A DC bias measurement configuration. It provides a shielded connection between 42841A and 42842B. Applicable Instrument: E4980A with Option E4980A-002, 4284A* with Option 4284A-002 * denotes the instrument is obsolete. Operating Temperature: 0°C to 55°C Furnished Accessories: Description Cable Length (approx.
Up to 110 MHz (4-Terminal Pair) 16451B Dielectric Test Fixture Material Description: The 16451B is used to evaluate the dielectric constant of solid dielectric materials accurately, and complies with ASTM D150. The 16451B employs the parallel plate method, which sandwiches the material between two electrodes to form a capacitor. LCR meter or an Impedance Analyzer is then used to measure the capacitance created from the fixture.
Up to 110 MHz (4-Terminal Pair) Material Applicable Instruments: 4263B, 4268A, 4279A*, 4284A*, 4285A, 4288A, E4980A, E4981A, (4294A)** * denotes the instrument is obsolete. ** applicable in a limited frequency range. Frequency: ≤ 30 MHz Maximum Voltage: ±42 V peak max.
Up to 110 MHz (4-Terminal Pair) Material Furnished Accessories: Description P/N Qty.
Up to 110 MHz (4-Terminal Pair) Material Compensation and Measurement: There are three measurement methods for the 16451B. They are the Contacting Electrode Method (used with 16451B's rigid metal electrode, without any electrodes on the material under test), the Contacting Electrode Method (used with thin film electrodes made on the material under test), and the Non-Contacting Electrode (Air Gap method).
Up to 110 MHz (4-Terminal Pair) 16452A Liquid Dielectric Test Fixture Material Description: This test fixture provides accurate dielectric constant and impedance measurements of liquid materials. The 16452A employs the parallel plate method, which sandwiches the liquid material between two electrodes to form a capacitor. A LCR meter or an impedance analyzer is then used to measure the capacitance created from the fixture.
Up to 110 MHz (4-Terminal Pair) Material Compensation and Measurement: Short compensation is recommended in combination with the cable length compensation before measurement. First, set the instrument's cable length compensation function to 1 m. Then, short compensation is performed by using the furnished shorting plate.
Up to 3 GHz (7 mm) DC 16092A 16192A 16193A 16194A 16196A/B/C/D 16197A 16094-65000 16200B 16453A 16454A 1k 1M Frequency Range 10M 100M 1G [Hz] 2G [Hz] 3G [Hz] 500M 2G 2G 2G 3G 3G 125M 1G 1G 1G 1M 1M 1k : When 16085B is used. : When 42942A is used.
Up to 3 GHz (7 mm) Lead Components 16092A Spring Clip Fixture Description: This test fixture is designed for impedance evaluation of both lead and SMD. It is furnished with two modules that can be readily screwed onto the plate to measure either lead or SMD. Applicable Instrument: 4291B*, 4294A + 42942A, 4395A with Opt. 4395A-010 + 43961A, E4991A, (4287A, 4396B with Opt.
Up to 3 GHz (7 mm) 16093-65003 Binding Post Test Fixture Terminal Connector: 7 mm DUT Connection: 2-Terminal Electrical Length: 3.4 mm Dimensions (approx.): 150(W) x 70(H) x 80(D) [mm] Weight (approx.): 135 g Lead Components Description: This test fixture is designed for impedance evaluation of axial/radial lead type devices. Two binding posts separated by an interval of 7 mm ensure optimum contact of lead components. Applicable Instrument: 4294A + 42942A, (4287A, 4395A with Opt.
Up to 3 GHz (7 mm) 16093-65004 Binding Post Test Fixture Terminal Connector: 7 mm DUT Connection: 2-Terminal Electrical Length: 3.4 mm Dimensions (approx.): 150(W) x 70(H) x 80(D) [mm] Weight (approx.): 175 g Lead Components Description: This test fixture is designed for impedance evaluation of axial/radial lead type devices. A third binding post is provided as a guard terminal for three terminal devices. Applicable Instrument: 4294A + 42942A, (4287A, 4395A with Opt. 4395A-010 + 43961A, 4396B with Opt.
Up to 3 GHz (7 mm) 16192A Parallel Electrode SMD Test Fixture SMD Description: This test fixture is designed for impedance evaluations of parallel electrode SMD. The minimum SMD size that this fixture is adapted to evaluate is 1 (L) [mm]. Applicable Instrument: 4291B*, 4294A + 42942A, 4395A with Opt. 4395A-010 + 43961A, 4396B with Opt. 4396B-010 + 43961A, (4287A, E4991A)** When used with 16085B: 4263B, 4268A, 4279A*, 4284A*, 4285A, 4288A, E4980A, E4981A * denotes the instrument is obsolete.
Up to 3 GHz (7 mm) Test fixture overview SMD Options: 16192A-010: Add EIA/EIAJ industrial standard sized shorting bar set 16192A-701: Add general sized shorting bar set 16192A-710: Add the magnifying lens and tweezers Compensation and Measurement: Open and short compensations are recommended in combination with the electrical length compensation before measurement. The fixture’s electrical length must be entered into the electrical length compensation function of the measurement instrument first.
Up to 3 GHz (7 mm) 16194A High Temperature Component Test Fixture SMD Description: This test fixture is designed for measuring both axial/radial leaded devices and SMD within the temperature range from –55 to +200 °C (when used with the E4991A-007 Temperature Characteristic Test Kit, –55 to +150 °C). Applicable Instrument: 4294A + 42942A, 4395A with Opt.4395A-010 + 43961A, 4396B with Opt.
Up to 3 GHz (7 mm) SMD Options: 16194A-010: Add EIA/EIAJ industrial standard sizedshorting bar set 16194A-701: Add general sized shorting bar set Compensation and Measurement: Before beginning the measurement, the appropriate device holder (for a SMD or lead component) must be prepared with the text fixture. The following figure shows how the device holder is exchanged to match the device type. 1. Remove the ground plate 2. When measuring SMD, attach the knob on the device holder. 3.
Up to 3 GHz (7 mm) 16196A Parallel Electrode SMD Test Fixture SMD Description: This test fixture is designed for impedance evaluations of parallel electrode SMDs. It achieves stable frequency characteristics up to 3 GHz and provides highly repeatable measurements. The applicable SMD size code is 0603 (inch)/1608 (mm). Applicable Instrument: 4287A, 4294A + 42942A, 4395A with Opt.4395A-010 + 43961A, 4396B with Opt.
Up to 3 GHz (7 mm) SMD Options: 16196A-710 : Add the magnifying lens and tweezers To maintain adequate measurement performance, keep the electrodes and the short plate in good condition. Contaminants and abrasion on these parts considerably affect measurement results, especially for low value measurements. Periodic fixture cleaning and part replacement is recommended to avoid deterioration of measurement performance.
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Up to 3 GHz (7 mm) SMD 16196B Parallel Electrode SMD Test Fixture Description: This test fixture is designed for impedance evaluations of parallel electrode SMDs. It achieves stable frequency characteristics up to 3 GHz and provides highly repeatable measurements. The applicable SMD size code is 0402 (inch)/1005 (mm). Applicable Instrument: 4287A, 4294A + 42942A, 4395A with Opt.4395A-010 + 43961A, 4396B with Opt.
Up to 3 GHz (7 mm) SMD Options: 16196B-710: Add the magnifying lens and tweezers To maintain adequate measurement performance, keep the electrodes and the short plate in good condition. Contaminants and abrasion on these parts considerably affect measurement results, especially for low value measurements. Periodic fixture cleaning and part replacement is recommended to avoid deterioration of measurement performance.
Up to 3 GHz (7 mm) SMD 16196C Parallel Electrode SMD Test Fixture Description: This test fixture is designed for impedance evaluations of parallel electrode SMDs. It achieves stable frequency characteristics up to 3 GHz and provides highly repeatable measurements. The applicable SMD size code is 0201 (inch)/0603 (mm). Applicable Instrument: 4287A, 4294A + 42942A, 4395A with Opt. 4395A-010 + 43961A, 4396B with Opt.
Up to 3 GHz (7 mm) SMD 16196U Maintenance Kit Opt. 16196U-010: Upper electrode, 5 piece set (common to 16196A/B/C models) Opt. 16196U-300: Short plate for 0201 (inch)/0603 (mm) size, 5 piece set (for 16196C) Opt. 16196U-310: Lower electrode, 5 piece set (for 16196C) Compensation and Measurement: Open and short compensations are recommended in combination with the electrical length compensation before measurement.
Up to 3 GHz (7 mm) 16196D Parallel Electrode SMD Test Fixture SMD Description: This test fixture is designed for impedance evaluations of parallel electrode SMDs. It achieves stable frequency characteristics up to 3 GHz and provides highly repeatable measurements. The applicable SMD size code is 01005 (inch)/0402 (mm). Applicable Instrument: 4287A, 4294A + 42942A, 4395A with Opt.4395A-010 + 43961A, 4396B with Opt.
Up to 3 GHz (7 mm) SMD Options: 16196D-710: Add the magnifying lens and tweezers To maintain adequate measurement performance, keep the electrodes and the short plate in good condition. Contaminants and abrasion on these parts considerably affect measurement results, especially for low value measurements. Periodic fixture cleaning and part replacement is recommended to avoid deterioration of measurement performance.
Up to 3 GHz (7 mm) 16197A Bottom Electrode SMD Test Fixture SMD Terminal Connector: 7 mm Description: This test fixture is designed for impedance evaluations of bottom electrode SMDs. It achieves stable frequency characteristics up to 3 GHz and provides highly repeatable measurements. This test fixture supports various SMD sizes, as small as 1005 (mm)/0402 (inch) and as large as 3225 (mm)/1210 (inch). Accommodation of the 0603 (mm)/0201 (inch) size is available with option 001.
Up to 3 GHz (7 mm) SMD Shorting Device Size and Part Number (Furnished) Size P/N Qty. 1 x 0.5 x 0.5 (mm) 16191-29005 1 1.6 x 0.8 x 0.8 (mm) 16191-29006 1 2.0 x 1.2 x 0.8 (mm) 16191-29007 1 3.2 x 1.6 x 0.8 (mm) 16191-29008 1 Shorting Device Size and Part Number (Option 16197A-001) Size P/N Qty. 0.6 x 0.3 x 0.3 (mm) 16197-29001 4 Options: 16197A-001: Add 0603 (mm)/0201 (inch) Device Guide Set The 16197A’s electrode spaces are 0.5 mm, 1 mm, 1.
Up to 3 GHz (7 mm) SMD the electrical length compensation function of the measurement instrument first. Next, open compensation is performed by not placing anything in the device insertion hole. Short compensation is performed by placing the furnished shorting device in the device insertion hole. After performing open and short compensations in combination with the electrical length compensation, the DUT is inserted into the device insertion hole.
Up to 3 GHz (7 mm) 16094-65000 Probe Test Fixture Terminal Connector: 7 mm DUT Connection: 2-Terminal Electrical Length: 23.2 mm Weight (approx.): 25 g Additional Error: See figure below Probe Description: This probe test fixture is used along with the 7 mm cable (P/N 8120-4779). Together they provide the capability to perform in-circuit measurements (printed circuit patterns, the input/output impedance of circuits, etc.). Applicable Instrument: 4294A + 42942A, (4287A, 4395A with Opt.
Up to 3 GHz (7 mm) 16200B External DC Bias Adapter Terminal Connector: 7 mm DC BIAS Input connector: BNC(f) Voltage Monitor connector: BNC(f) Dimensions (approx.): 165(W) x 65 (H) x 130(D) [ mm] Weight (approx.): 500 g DC Bias Accessories Description: This test fixture is designed to measure a DUT with DC bias. By connecting an external DC current source to the 16200B, it can supply a bias current across the DUT of up to ±5 Adc through a 7 mm port.
Up to 3 GHz (7 mm) 16453A Dielectric Material Test Fixture Material Description: The 16453A is designed for accurate dielectric constant and loss tangent measurements on the E4991A. It employs the parallel plate method, which sandwiches the material between two electrodes to form a capacitor. E4991A measures the capacitance created from the fixture, and option E4991A-002 firmware calculates the relative complex permittivity as described in the 16451B.
Up to 3 GHz (7 mm) 16454A Magnetic Material Test Fixture Material Description: The 16454A is designed for accurate permeability measurements of toroidal-shaped magnetic materials. Since the construction of this fixture creates one turn around the toroid (with no magnetic flux leakage), the need of winding a wire around the toroid is unnecessary. The following figure shows the one-turn mechanism and how complex permeability is calculated from it. Terminal Connector: 7 mm Dimensions (approx.
Up to 3 GHz (7 mm) Material Furnished Accessories: E4991A with 16454A Description Fixture Holder Tweezers Screw, Hex Recess Holder A Holder B Holder C (Without hole) Holder D (With hole) Holder Case Hex Key (for replacing fixtures) Carrying Case Operation and Service Manual P/N 16454-00601 8710-2081 0515-1050 16454-25002 16454-25001 16454-25004 16454-25003 1540-0622 8710-1181 16454-60101 16454-90020 Qty.
DC (High resistance) Test Fixtures for DC (High Resistance) Measurements Test Fixture Frequency Applicable Instrument 16339A DC 4339B 16118A DC 4339B 16117B/C DC 4349B 16117E DC 4349B 16008B DC 4339B Applicable Instrument Frequency Range Up to 110 MHz (Terminal Configuration: 4-Terminal Pair) Up to 3 GHz (Terminal Configuration: 7 mm) Measurement Instruments 4263B, 4268A, 4279A, 4284A, 4285A, 4288A, 4294A, E4980A, E4981A 4291B, 4294A + 42942A, 4395A w/Opt. 010 + 43961A, 4396B w/Opt.
DC (High resistance) 16339A Component Test Fixture Terminal Connector: Type Connector Input Triaxial (special screw-type) Output High Voltage BNC (special type) Control Interlock connector* SMD & Lead Components Description: The 16339A is designed to operate specifically with 4339B. It is provided with three component modules, which are used to hold SMD, lead and various type of devices. Electrical noise effects are reduced by the employment of a shielded case.
DC (High resistance) SMD 16118A Tweezers Test Fixture Description: The 16118A is designed to operate specifically with 4339B. The tweezer’s contacts, which makes it easy to hold SMD. Electrical noise effects are reduced by the employment of shielded-cables. A built-in interlocking circuit enables safe high-voltage measurements. Applicable Instruments: 4339B Frequency: DC Maximum Voltage: 100 V Maximum Current: 0.
DC (High resistance) Other Components 16117B Low Noise Test Leads Description: The 16117B is designed to operate specifically with 4339B. With Option 16117B-003 wide jaw clips, it is capable of holding DUTs with large terminals. The clips can be replaced with probes (Option 16117B-001) for measurements of small DUTs such as PC boards or IC sockets. Option 16117B-002 enables the construction of simple custom-made test leads. Electrical noise effects are reduced by the employment of shielded-cables.
DC (High resistance) Other Components 16117C Low Noise Test Leads Description: The 16117C is designed to operate specifically with 4339B. It comes with a separate triaxial (special screw-type) female connector and a high-voltage BNC (special type) female connector, so that the terminal configuration of the 4339B can be converted to any other configuration. Therefore, custom-made test fixtures can easily be constructed.
DC (High resistance) 16008B Resistivity Cell Material Description: The 16008B is designed to operate specifically with 4339B. It is used to measure surface or volume resistance/resistivity of insulation materials. The following figures show the block diagrams of resistivity measurements.
DC (High resistance) Material Furnished Accessories: Description Operation and Service Manual P/N Qty. 16008-90011 1 Options: 16008B-001: Add 26 & 76 mm diameter electrodes 16008B-002: Add 26 mm diameter electrode Compensation and Measurement: Using the selector switch on the 16008B, select either the volume resistivity or surface resistivity measurement configuration. Open compensation is recommended before measurement and when the measurement configuration is switched.
1 kHz (Milliohm) Test Fixtures for Milliohm Measurements (1 kHz) Test Fixture Frequency Applicable Instrument 1 kHz 4338B 16338A Applicable Instrument Frequency Range Up to 110 MHz (Terminal Configuration: 4-Terminal Pair) Up to 3 GHz (Terminal Configuration: 7 mm) Measurement Instruments 4263B, 4268A, 4279A, 4284A, 4285A, 4288A, 4294A, E4980A, E4981A 4291B, 4294A + 42942A, 4395A w/Opt. 010 + 43961A, 4396B w/Opt.
1 kHz (Milliohm) 16338A Test Lead Kit Various Components Description: The 16338A contains four types of test leads and a mating cable, which are designed to operate with the 4338B. These test leads can be mixed or matched depending on the type of sample being measured.
1 kHz (Milliohm) 16143-60011 Mating Cable Various Components Description: The 16143-60001 is designed to operate specifically with the 4338B. It is used to connect any combination of two test lead types to the 4338B. Applicable Test Leads: 16005-60011, 16005-60012/14, 16006-60001, 16007-60001/2 Terminal Connector: 4-Terminal, BNC Cable Length (approx.): 60 cm Weight (approx.
1 kHz (Milliohm) 16006-60001 Pin-type Leads Various Components Description: The 16006-60001 is designed for press-on contact measurements such as printed board conductivity or through-hole measurements. The probe tip is a voltage terminal and the outer conductor is a current terminal. The probe tip is spring-loaded, so that both terminals firmly contact the DUT. DUT Connection: 4-Terminal Cable Length (approx.): 40 cm Weight (approx.
Other Accessories 16190B Performance Test Kit Description: The 16190B is a performance test kit designed to verify the impedance measurement accuracy of LCR meters or impedance analyzers that have a 7 mm measurement terminal. Refer to the instrument’s operation/service manual for the method of using these standards. Applicable Instrument: E4991A, 4287A, 4291B*, 4294A + 42942A * denotes the instrument is obsolete. Furnished Accessories: Description Terminal Connector: 7 mm Dimensions (approx.
Other Accessories 16380A Standard Capacitor Set Description: The 16380A is a standard capacitor set consisting of four precision capacitors -1 pF (16381A), 10 pF (16382A) 100 pF (16383A), 1000 pF (16384A). These capacitors are primarily used for performance tests of Agilent’s 4-Terminal Pair LCR meters and impedance analyzers. Refer to the instrument’s operation/service manual for the method of using these standards.
Other Accessories 16380C Standard Capacitor Set Description: The 16380C is a standard capacitor set consisting of three precision capacitors -0.01 µF (16385A), 0.1 µF (16386A), and 1 µF (16387A). These capacitors are primarily used for performance tests of Agilent’s 4Terminal Pair LCR meters and impedance analyzers. Refer to the instrument’s operation/service manual for the method of using these standards.
Other Accessories 42030A Four-Terminal Pair Standard Resistor Set Description: The 42030A is a standard resistor set consisting of nine precision resistor standards which range from 1 mΩ to 100 kΩ. These resistors are primarily used for performance tests of Agilent’s 4-Terminal Pair LCR meters and impedance analyzers. Refer to the instrument’s operation/service manual for the method of using these standards.
Other Accessories 42090A Open Termination Description: The 42090A is an open termination and is primarily used for performance tests of Agilent’s 4Terminal Pair LCR meters and impedance analyzers. Refer to the instrument’s operation/service manual for the method of using this standard. Applicable Instrument: 4263B, 4268A, 4279A*, 4284A*, 4285A, 4288A, 4294A, E4980A, E4981A * denotes the instrument is obsolete. Terminal Connector: 4-Terminal Pair, BNC Dimensions (approx.
Appendix Additional Error The Concept of a Test Fixture’s Additional Error 1. System Configuration for Impedance Measurement Very often, the system configured for impedance measurements utilizes the following components (See figure below as well). 1. Impedance measurement instrument 2. Cables and adapter interfaces 3. Test Fixture System configuration for impedance measurement The Impedance measurement instrument’s characteristic measurement accuracy is defined at the measurement port of the instrument.
Appendix Additional Error The equation for the test fixture’s additional error is shown below: Ze = ± { A + (Zs/Zx + Yo•Zx) × 100} (%) De = Ze/100 (D ≤ 0.
Appendix Additional Error Open Offset Error: The term, Yo•Zx × 100 is called open offset error. If the same analysis is carried out with admittance, then it can be concluded that this term also affects the absolute admittance error, by adding an offset. Open repeatability (Yo) is determined from the variations in multiple measurements of the test fixture in open condition.
Appendix Additional Error Terminal Connector Method: In order to make short repeatability small, there are test fixtures which utilize the 4-Terminal connector method (for example 16044A). By employing this technique, the effect of contact resistance is reduced and short repeatability is drastically improved. As a result, the range of accurate low impedance measurements is vastly expanded. In the figure below, the difference between the 2-Terminal connector and the 4-Terminal connector is shown.
Test Fixture’s Adaptability for a Particular Measurement: In order to make use of what has been discussed previously, the test fixture’s adaptability for a particular measurement will be focused upon. To see whether a test fixture is adaptable, it is important to think about the test fixture’s additional error (proportional error, short and open repeatability), measurement impedance and the test frequency range.
Appendix Additional Error Measurement Settings Measurement Instrument : 4294A Measurement Frequency : 40 Hz-10 MHz Measurement Parameter : Z-θ Compensation : Performed short Compensation Bandwidth :3 Measurement Method : Inserted the shorting plate, measured the short condition, and then removed the shorting plate. Repeated this for 50 times.
Appendix Compensation Error Compensation Agilent measurement instruments incorporate one of the following four types of error compensation functions to eliminate residual impedance effects in test fixtures: 1. Open/short Compensation For a simple measurement system, represented by the equivalent circuit model shown below, residual impedance values Rs and Ls and admittance values Co and Go can be corrected by: (i) Measuring open condition for the test fixture’s admittance.
Appendix Compensation 3. Electrical Length Compensation In a single-port (Two-Terminal) impedance measurement at higher frequencies (RF region or higher), the wavelengths of the electrical signal are so short that the length of the signal transmission line including the test fixture and cables can cause an undesirable phase shift error. The phase shift error is corrected by the electrical length compensation, which should be performed in combination with the open/short compensation.
Appendix Compensation 4. Cable Length Compensation When the test sample is measured with an instrument having a Four-Terminal Pair configuration, the additional length of the test-lead extension between the instrument and the test sample, in conjunction with the measurement frequency, influences the amplitude and phase of the signal being measured.
Index Model Number Name Applicable Measurement Instrument (s) Page (s) 16005-60011 Kelvin Clip Leads 4338B with 16143-60011 76 16005-60012/14 Kelvin IC Clip Leads refer to 16005-60011 76 16006-60001 Pin-Type Leads refer to 16005-60011 77 16007-60001/2 Alligator Clip Leads refer to 16005-60011 77 16008B Resistivity Cell 4339B 16034E SMD/Chip Test Fixture 4263B, 4268A, 4279A, 4284A, 4285A, 4288A, 4294A, E4980A, E4981A 13 16034G SMD/Chip Test Fixture, Small refer to 16034E 14 160
Index Model Number Name Applicable Measurement Instrument (s) Page (s) 16065C External Bias Adapter (≤40 vdc) 4263B, 4268A, 4288A, E4981A 30 16085B Four-Terminal Pair to 7 mm Adapter 4263B, 4268A, 4279A, 4284A, 4285A, 4288A, E4980A, E4981A 5 16089A/B /C/D/E Kelvin Clip Leads 4263B, 4268A, 4284A, 4285A, 4288A, 4294A, E4980A, E4981A 22-24 16092A RF Spring Clip : Axial, Radial and SMD 4263B, 4268A, 4279A, 4284A, 4285A, 4287A, 4288A, 4291B, 4294A + 42942A, 4396B (w/Option 010) + 43961A, 4395A
Index Model Number Name Applicable Measurement Instrument (s) Page (s) 16200B External DC Bias Adapter 4279A.
Index Test Fixture Selection By SMD Size SMD, General SMD, General SMD, General LF, 4TP* 1 RF, 7 mm* 2 DC, high R* 3 SMD, Kelvin* 4 SMD, Tweezers* 5 3-terminal SMD* 6 3-terminal SMD* 6 7 SMD, Current bias* SMD / Lead*8 SMD, General SMD / Lead*8 SMD, Coaxial SMD, Coaxial SMD, Coaxial SMD, Coaxial SMD, General SMD, General SMD, Tweezers* SMD / Lead*8 5 5750 / (2220) 4532 / (1812) 4520 / (1808) 40 MHz 110 MHz 110 MHz 10 MHz 15 MHz 110 MHz 110 MHz 30 MHz 500 MHz 2 GHz 2 GHz 3 GHz 3 GHz 3 GHz 3 GHz 3 G
Index Accessories vs. Instruments Matrix Simplify and Improve Your Measurements with Agilent's Test Accessories Note: Refer to the accessory descriptions for frequency and operational limits. 1. Compatible when used in conjunction with 16085B. 2. 7-mm cable is required 3. Do not connect the ground lead to the instrument 4. 3.
Index Complementary Products and Accessories To help you find a complete solution, we have listed the following companies that make complementary products or specialized accessories for Agilent’s impedance measurement products. Please contact each company directly if you are interested in its products. (Agilent does not make any special endorsement of these companies’ products; this list is for reference only.) Company Name Product Specialty/Expertise Web Site Address Cascade Microtech, Inc.
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