HP / Agilent 6439B DC POWER SUPPLY 0-60V / 15A

The HP/Agilent 6439B is an SCR-regulated DC power supply delivering 0–60V and 0–15A output, engineered for high-power device testing, motor drive characterization, and industrial equipment validation. The unit combines metered outputs with remote sensing and remote programming capabilities, enabling both local front-panel control and external system integration.

Technical Specifications Output Range: 0–60V, 0–15A Regulation Performance

Load regulation (constant voltage): <120 mV across full load current range

Load regulation (constant current): <150 mA across full output voltage range

Output stability (constant voltage): <0.1% + 30 mV over 8 hours at constant temperature

Temperature coefficient (constant voltage): <0.03% + 10 mV per °C

Transient recovery time: <200 µs to within 600 mV of nominal output Power Input: 110 Vac, single phase. Option 005 enables 50 Hz operation.

Key Features

Front-panel banana jack outputs (positive, negative, ground) suitable for loads <3A

Remote programming via resistance or external voltage source

Remote sensing for load-dependent accuracy optimization

Auto-parallel, auto-series, and auto-tracking support for multi-supply configurations

Metered voltage and current display

Interfaces Front-panel banana jacks provide direct local control. Remote programming and sensing inputs enable integration into automated test systems and external control architectures. Multiple supply configurations support parallel stacking and series connection modes.

Typical Applications The 6439B suits high-current DC testing, power amplifier characterization, industrial motor drive validation, and bench-level device qualification requiring stable, adjustable DC power with moderate regulation performance.