Description
Phones, scanners and other portable devices must behave on a full charge and on a dying one. The Keithley 2308 battery charger gives a lab both conditions on demand, because it works as a charger and a battery simulator. Lost in HCM lists it for rental and sale and arranges service on request.
Two outputs, one box
The listing shows two outputs and maximums of 15 V and 5 A. The current sensitivity is 100 nA, so the instrument can resolve small standby draws. Control runs over GPIB, so it fits older test racks and many existing scripts.
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Product type | Battery charger/simulator |
| Outputs | 2 |
| Maximum voltage | 15 V |
| Maximum current | 5 A |
| Connectivity | GPIB |
| Current sensitivity | 100 nA |
Why the Keithley 2308 battery charger sees small currents
A portable product spends most of its life asleep. Therefore, a supply that sees only amps misses the problem. A 100 nA sensitivity lets you catch a leaky sleep mode before it drains a customer’s battery overnight. In addition, two outputs let you power the device and a charger input in the same setup.
Jobs for the Keithley 2308 battery charger
- Evaluating how a charger circuit reacts to a battery that changes with time
- Powering a battery-driven product during development
- Characterizing a device in research
- Running repeatable checks inside an automated test
Checks before you order
The front display is a simple two-line readout with arrow keys and an operate button. Therefore, it suits a rack or bench where a PC does most of the work. Confirm the channel configuration, cables, fixture and software support, and also verify polarity, grounding and protection settings. Follow the current Keithley manual for wiring and safe limits.
Rent or buy through Lost in HCM
Rent it for a development sprint or a failure investigation. However, buy it if GPIB benches already fill your lab and the same checks return each month. To start, request a quote from Lost in HCM. You can also compare other power supply models, see Tektronix for Keithley information, or contact SMK Vietnam.
Keithley 2308 FAQ
Does it have a USB or LAN port?
The listing names GPIB only, so ask Lost in HCM if you need another interface.
Can it do more than charge?
Yes. The listing calls it a charger and simulator, so it can also stand in for a battery.
How fine is the current resolution?
Its current sensitivity is 100 nA, so it resolves very small draws.
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