Description
Power stages, motor drives and LED drivers draw real current during bring-up. The Keithley 2230-30-6 power supply offers 6 A on each of its two main channels, plus a 5 V rail for the control logic. Lost in HCM lists it for rental and sale and arranges service on request.
Six amps on each main channel
Each of channels 1 and 2 delivers 30 V at 6 A. Channel 3 delivers 5 V at 3 A, so the logic side stays modest. The listing states a maximum of 375 W for the unit. For example, you can run a drive stage from one 30 V channel and its gate logic from channel 3.
Planning a test with the Keithley 2230-30-6 power supply
| Item | Rating |
|---|---|
| Channels 1 and 2 | 30 V, 6 A each |
| Channel 3 | 5 V, 3 A |
| Outputs | 3 isolated outputs |
| Maximum power | 375 W |
| Connectivity | USB and RS-232 |
At 6 A, wiring matters, so plan the setup before you power anything. Use leads that suit the current you set, and keep them short. Then check polarity and grounding before you enable an output. The Keithley manual also lists safe operating limits and covers remote sensing. Also remember that 3 A on channel 3 limits the logic side, so keep control loads small.
Jobs that need the extra current
- Evaluating motor-control and power-conversion boards during design verification.
- Running automated test over USB or RS-232 on a production fixture.
- Powering several modules of a prototype at once, so that the whole system starts together.
Rent or buy the Keithley 2230-30-6 power supply
Rent it for a product launch crunch or a customer audit. Buy the Keithley 2230-30-6 power supply when high-current testing becomes routine. Either way, request a quote from Lost in HCM and describe your load, dates and cables. Related options sit in the power supply listings, and Tektronix hosts the Keithley product reference. You can also contact SMK Vietnam.
2230-30-6 questions
How much current does channel 3 give?
Channel 3 stops at 5 V and 3 A. The two main channels reach 30 V and 6 A each.
Can all three channels run at full power together?
The listing puts the unit maximum at 375 W. Confirm your own load mix with Lost in HCM before you plan a full-load test.
Which leads should I use?
Pick leads that suit the current you set, and ask Lost in HCM about accessories. Then follow the Keithley manual.
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