B1506A Power Device Analyzer/Curve Tracer for Circuit Design
Key Features & Specifications
B1506A common features
- Wide operation range up to 3 kV/1500 A
- Fully automated fast thermal test from -50 °C to +250 °C
- Automatic power device (semiconductor and component) datasheet creation
- Auto record function to prevent data loss
B1506A IV package features
- Fully automated fast IV measurement (Ron, BV, Leakage, Vth, Vsat, etc) for both package and on-wafer devices
- Narrow IV pulse widths (down to 10 μs) to prevent device self-heating for revealing actual device performance
- Oscilloscope view (Time-domain view) to monitor actual voltage/current pulsed waveforms for accurate measurement
- Scalable configuration to add CV and Qg, to expand current range from 20A to 500 A, 1500 A
B1506A full package features
- All of the IV package features
- Measure transistor input, output and reverse transfer capacitances (Ciss, Coss, Crss, Cies, Coes, Cres) and gate resistance (Rg) at 3kV for package devices
- Gate charge (Qg) curve measurement for package devices
- Power loss (conduction, driving and switching loss) calculation
Description
The B1506A Power Device Analyzer/Curve Tracer for Circuit Design is a complete solution that can help power electronic circuit designers maximize the value of their power electronics products by enabling them to select the correct power devices for their applications. It can evaluate all relevant device parameters under a wide range of operating conditions, including IV parameters such as breakdown voltage and on-resistance, as well as three terminal FET capacitances, gate charge and power loss. The B1506A Power Device Analyzer/Curve Tracer for Circuit Design meets and exceeds all curve tracer capabilities.
The B1506A has a wide range of capabilities that help it identify substandard devices under actual circuit operating conditions, including a wide voltage and current range (3 kV and 1500 A), a wide temperature measurement range (-50°C to +250°C), fast pulsing capability, and Sub-nA level current measurement resolution. Its unique software interface presents the user with a familiar device data sheet format that makes it easy to characterize devices without going through any formal training. Integrated switching circuitry within the test fixture supports fully automated testing, with the ability to automatically change between both high voltage and high current testing as well as between IV and CV measurements.
In addition, a unique plug-in style device test fixture socket adapter eliminates cable connection and other human-related errors. The B1506A also supports the complete automation of thermal characterization. This can be accomplished either through the integrated Thermostream control or via the Thermal Plate. Since the DUT is in close proximity to the B1506A’s measurement resources, the large parasitics caused by cable extensions leading to a temperature chamber do not exist.
For this reason, oscillation free ultra-high currents of up to 1500 A can be accurately evaluated at both low and high temperature.The B1506A’s capabilities revolutionize power electronics circuit design by both helping to maximize end product value and accelerating product development cycles.
The prices of the IV packages (H20, H50, H70) are comparable to those of conventional curve tracers, and with the B1506A you get additional advanced features. You can also upgrade any of the B1506A IV packages (H20, H50, H70) to either increase the current range or add CV/Qg measurement capability (options H21, H51, H71).
B1506A IV Package
- B1506A-H20 20 A / 3 kV IV measurement
- B1506A-H50 500 A / 3 kV IV measurement
- B1506A-H70 1500 A / 3 kV IV measurement
B1506A Full Package
- B1506A-H21 20 A / 3 kV IV, C-V and Gate charge measurement
- B1506A-H51 500 A / 3 kV IV, C-V and Gate charge measurement
- B1506A-H71 1500 A / 3 kV IV, C-V and Gate charge measurement
Options & Accessories
B1506A-050 | 50Hz Line Frequency |
B1506A-060 | 60Hz Line Frequency |
B1506A-A6J | ANSI Z540-1-1994 Calibration |
B1506A-ABA | Paper manual, English |
B1506A-ABJ | Paper manual, Japanese |
B1506A-DR1 | Replace A Built-in DVD-R Drive With A Read-only DVD Drive |
B1506A-FRMK | Keysight Refurbished Product |
B1506A-T01 | Thermal Test Enclosure (Thermostream Compatible) |
B1506A-UK6 | Commercial calibration certificate with test data |
Services & Software Licenses
PS-S20-01 | Recommended Startup assistance, daily |
R-50C-011-3 | Calibration Plan – Return to Keysight – 3 years |
R-50C-011-5 | Calibration Plan – Return to Keysight – 5 years |
R-51B-001-5C | Extended Warranty – Return to Keysight – 5 years |
R-55A-001-2 | KeysightCare Assured – Extend to 2 years (includes Return to Keysight Extended Warranty) |
R-55A-001-3 | KeysightCare Assured – Extend to 3 years (includes Return to Keysight Extended Warranty) |
R-55A-001-5 | KeysightCare Assured – Extend to 5 years (includes Return to Keysight Extended Warranty) |
Document Library
User’s Guide for B1506A Power Device Analyzer for Circuit Design Provides the product overview, installation information, and usage information of B1506A Power Device Analyzer for Circuit Design. User Manual2020-03-16 | |
B1506A Scalable IV to 1500 A/3 kV – Brochure Keysight offers new options as a replacement for curve tracer, B1506A H20/H50/H70. B1506A meets and exceeds all curve tracer capabilities. Additionally, its measurement capabilities can be upgraded. Brochure2019-10-14 | |
B1506A Power Device Analyzer for Circuit Design – Brochure Keysight offers new options as a replacement for curve tracer, B1506A H20/H50/H70. B1506A meets and exceeds all curve tracer capabilities. Additionally, its measurement capabilities can be upgraded. Brochure2019-10-10 | |
B1506A Power Device Analyzer for Circuit Design – Data Sheet Keysight offers new options as a replacement for curve tracer, B1506A H20/H50/H70. B1506A meets and exceeds all curve tracer capabilities. Additionally, its measurement capabilities can be upgraded. Data Sheet2019-08-22 | |
Upgrade Your B1500A Series Mainframe with Windows 10 – Technical Overview Windows XP support ended in 2014, and the support of Windows Embedded 7 ends October 2020. The Keysight B1500A/B1505A/B1506A mainframe upgrade kit is available to migrate from Windows Embedded XP/7 to Windows 10. The upgrade is available for all mainframes. Technical Overview2019-06-04 | |
Challenges and Solutions for Power Testing in Automotive Applications – Technical Overview Engineers are faced with new EV test challenges as vehicle electrification continues to bring added functions and features. Find out what tools and solutions Keysight offers to help them succeed. Technical Overview2017-11-13 | |
[Power Device] Switching circuit design techniques using power devices such as GaN and SiC Are you missing out on a better design technique, thinking in the following way? Brochure2016-12-28 | |
B1506A Operation Guide Operation guide to share a usage of the B1506A and tips to measure various kind of power devices Operation Manual2016-08-24 | |
Practical, Efficient and Safe Power Device Thermal Characterization with B1506A – Article Reprint The B1506A has standard solution for power device thermal test and offers fast and safe solution to customers. This white paper reports the actual implementation of thermal test with B1506A. Article2016-03-18 | |
Challenges and Solutions for Power Electronics Testing Applications – Technical Overview This technical overview introduces Keysight solutions for power electronics applications. Technical Overview2015-09-03 | |
Making Your Own Socket Module This installation guide describes a way to make a custom socket module to attach various types of power devices packaged in non 3-pins in-line package like SMD (surface mount device). Installation Manual2015-04-17 | |
Precise Evaluation of Input,Output, and Reverse Transfer Capacitances of Power Devices – White Paper Accurate characterization of power device capacitance parameter becomes important for power circuit design. This paper introduces a solution to characterize Ciss, Coss, Crss and Rg automatically. Application Note2014-10-10 | |
Selecting Best Device for Power Circuit Design Through Gate Charge Characterization – White Paper The gate charge (Qg) parameter becomes more important for reducing power loss of devices working under high frequency switching. This article proposes a new and innovative Qg measurement technique. Application Note2014-07-03 | |
B1506A Power Device Analyzer for Circuit Design – Quick Fact Sheet Power device users are concerned about choosing the right power devices. Learn how evaluation for IV parameters, capacitance parameters, and gate charge becomes important for power circuit design. Brochure2014-04-24 |