-S

-LS

+LS

+S

As short as possible

 

MASTER

 

+V

 

 

 

Twisted

 

POWER SUPPLY

-V

 

pair

 

 

J1-25

 

 

 

 

 

Parallel

 

 

 

 

Current Program

 

 

J1-8 J1-12 J1-10

 

 

 

SLAVE

 

 

+V

 

 

POWER SUPPLY

-V

 

 

-S

-LS

+LS

 

 

+S

 

 

 

 

 

 

Local Sensing

 

 

 

 

 

+S

 

 

 

 

 

-S

 

 

 

 

 

Twisted

 

 

-S

+S

pair

 

 

As short as possible

 

MASTER

 

+V

+S

 

 

Twisted

POWER SUPPLY

-V

 

pair

 

 

J1-25

 

 

 

 

 

Parallel

 

 

 

 

Current Program

 

 

J1-8 J1-12 J1-10

 

 

 

SLAVE

 

 

+V

 

 

POWER SUPPLY

-V

 

-S

 

-S

 

Twisted

 

 

+S

 

 

 

 

 

pair

 

 

 

 

 

-S

 

 

 

 

 

+S

 

Remote Sensing

Installation 2

LOAD

LOAD

One of the units operates as a master and the remaining units are slaves. The slave units operate as controlled current sources following the master output current. In remote operation, only the master unit can be programmed by the computer while the slave units may be connected to the computer for voltage, current and status readback only.

It is recommended that each unit supplies only up to 95% of its current rating because of the imbalance that may be caused by cabling and connections voltage drops.

Setting up the Master Unit

Connect the sensing circuit for either local or remote sensing as shown in the previous figures. Set the master unit output voltage to the desired voltage. Program the current limit to the desired load current limit divided by the number of parallel units. During operation, the master unit operates in constant voltage mode, regulating the load voltage at the programmed output voltage.

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Agilent Technologies N5700 manual Setting up the Master Unit, Remote Sensing

N5700 specifications

Agilent Technologies, now part of Keysight Technologies, is renowned for its innovative solutions in electronic measurement and instrumentation. Among its impressive portfolio, the Agilent N5700 series of power supplies stands out, providing precision, reliability, and versatility for a range of applications in test and measurement.

The N5700 series features multiple models, each designed to meet the varying power requirements of test systems and electronic devices. One of its key characteristics is its adjustable output voltage and current, allowing users to set parameters according to specific test needs. With outputs ranging from 0 to 60 V and up to 6 A, the N5700 series caters to both low and high-power applications effectively.

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