Four-Channel Precision Sourcing and Measurement
The XMU5201A is a 3U, 4 HP PXIe source measure unit with four source-and-measure channels and four-quadrant operation. It is designed for semiconductor, optoelectronic, aerospace, power-electronics, materials, and biochemical research workflows that need low-current resolution together with automated modular integration.
The voltage path provides a ±24 V range with 20 µV resolution. Five current ranges extend from 10 µA to 150 mA, with minimum programming and measurement resolution of 10 pA on the 10 µA range. The sampling rate is 600 kS/s.
Voltage Programming and Measurement
| Range | Resolution | Typical noise | Accuracy at 23 °C ± 5 °C |
|---|
| ±24 V | 20 µV | 20 µV peak-to-peak | ±(0.015% + 1.2 mV) |
Typical voltage noise is specified from 0.1 Hz to 10 Hz. Accuracy is expressed as a percentage of reading plus the stated offset.
Current Programming and Measurement
| Range | Resolution | Typical noise | Accuracy at 23 °C ± 5 °C |
|---|
| 10 µA | 10 pA | 10 pA | ±(0.025% + 1.5 nA) |
| 100 µA | 100 pA | 100 pA | ±(0.025% + 15 nA) |
| 1 mA | 1 nA | 1 nA | ±(0.025% + 150 nA) |
| 10 mA | 10 nA | 10 nA | ±(0.025% + 1.5 µA) |
| 150 mA | 150 nA | 150 nA | ±(0.025% + 24 µA) |
Typical current noise is specified peak-to-peak from 0.1 Hz to 10 Hz. Choose the range that covers the DUT current while preserving the required resolution.
PXIe and Software Integration
The module uses a PXIe bus and a 3U, 4 HP form factor. Software support includes Windows and Linux with a VISA-based DLL. Operating temperature is 0 °C to +55 °C, and storage temperature is -20 °C to +70 °C.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many channels does the XMU5201A provide?
It provides four source-and-measure channels with four-quadrant operation.
What are its voltage and current capabilities?
The voltage range is ±24 V. Current ranges are 10 µA, 100 µA, 1 mA, 10 mA, and 150 mA, with voltage resolution of 20 µV and minimum current resolution of 10 pA.
How does XMU5201A differ from XMU5201B?
Both models provide four channels on the same PXIe range and sampling platform. XMU5201A is the higher-resolution variant; use the XMU5201B page and datasheet when comparing its model-specific resolution and accuracy values.
Which software environments are supported?
The platform supports Windows and Linux with a VISA-based DLL.
Which applications is it intended for?
Application areas include semiconductor and component test, LED and laser-diode test, aerospace and power electronics, semiconductor research, and materials or biochemical research.