Specifications

The table below illustrates
these points and how it may
be easier, faster, and more
economical to purchase an
N6730/40 programmable DC
Power Module in place of a
fixed-output DC Power Supply.
All the benefits of the
N6700 MPS at a low price
While the N6730/40 are
economical solutions to basic
DC power requirements, they
are also part of the N6700
MPS. Therefore, while saving,
you still have the benefits of:
• Small size (true 1U)
• Mix-and-match with other
N6700 DC Power Modules
when you need performance
along with basic DC outputs
• Connectivity via LAN,
USB, and GPIB
• Fast command processing
time of less than 1 ms
• Remote control over internet
via standard web browser
• Friendly front panel
• Optional output
disconnect relays
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Factor Consideration When Using a Solution Using N6730/40
Fixed-Output DC Power Supply DC Power Modules in N6700 MPS
Control the You may want some limited control The N6730/40 is fully controllable
output
over this DC source (on/off). over LAN, USB, GPIB
Monitor the You may want to be able to monitor The N6730/40 has built-in measurements
output
the voltage or current to ensure proper of voltage and current, eliminating the
operation, which would require wiring need for wiring to a system DMM.
to a system DMM.
Mounting You will need to mount the power The N6730/40 are compact modules
the power
supply in the ATE system. Finding a integrated into a 1U rack mountable
supply
safe location can be a challenge. Some mainframe. There is no need to design
system designers will build a “drawer” or build any custom mounting hardware.
or “tray” for holding power supplies.
However, this adds extra design time,
fabrication costs, installation costs,
and occupies rack space.
Safety You may want to provide a safety The N6730/40 have hardware inputs
interlock to this DC source. This for remote on/off that can be directly
would require control (on/off) and a connected to a safety interlock system.
means to detect the interlock condition.