Used AGILENT / HP / HEWLETT-PACKARD / KEYSIGHT 3488A #9179702 for sale

AGILENT / HP / HEWLETT-PACKARD / KEYSIGHT 3488A is a multi-channel, programmable, general-purpose electronic instrument used for low-level testing and troubleshooting of electronic circuits and systems. It is designed to accurately measure digital and analog signals with a high degree of accuracy and precision. The unit has two basic modes of operation - the "measure" mode and the "set-up" mode. In measure mode, HP 3488A can be used for a variety of analog and digital measurements such as voltage, current, frequency, and time. The programmable capabilities allow the user to save different configurations and measurement settings for quicker measurement periods. The set-up mode provides a user-friendly interface to configure and set up the instrument for the desired test application. This includes selecting the measurement terminals and accuracy ranges, setting up the measurement parameters, and determining the sample rate. The device contains several key components, including two analog multiplexers to separate the input signals into separate channels for individual measurements; an analog-to-digital converter to convert the analog signal into digital information; a digital-to-analog converter to generate various voltages or currents for circuit testing; and a power supply to provide operating power. The unit also includes a voltage reference circuit to ensure the accuracy of the measurements. AGILENT 3488A is highly configurable and can be connected to a wide variety of external components including analog digital input/output devices, digital logic components, and electronic probes or test fixtures. It can also be used to test and troubleshoot integrated circuits, RF circuits, and power conversion circuits. The unit comes with a built-in selection of test and measurement instruments for additional functionality such as frequency and phase generators, power meters, counters, oscilloscopes and logic analyzers. Overall, 3488A is a versatile and reliable device that can be used for a wide variety of electronic tests and troubleshooting. It is simple to use and provides users with high accuracy and precision measurements. Its built-in instruments and configurable external components make it suitable for a variety of test and measurement applications.