Agilent/Keysight E1683A

The Agilent/Keysight E1683A is a VXI digital multimeter module engineered for high-speed, high-accuracy measurements in automated test systems. This modular instrument delivers precision across DC and AC voltage/current, resistance, frequency, and temperature measurement functions within demanding test environments.

Technical Specifications

Measurement Functions

• DC Voltage (DCV)


• AC Voltage (ACV) with true RMS capability


• DC Current (DCI)


• AC Current (ACI)


• 2-wire and 4-wire resistance measurements


• Frequency measurement


• Temperature measurement (with compatible sensor) Performance


• Resolution: 6½ digit or higher


• Reading Rate: Exceeding 15,000 readings/second


• DCV Accuracy: 40 ppm (1 year) for 6½ digit models


• Single Reading Interval: As low as 50 µs

Key Features VXI architecture integrates into VME eXtensions for Instrumentation chassis, enabling modular test system configurations with high-speed data transfer. External trigger input and output enable synchronization with multiplexers and companion instruments. Keysight Truevolt technology provides accuracy, linearity, and measurement speed optimization.

Typical Applications Automated test systems requiring high-throughput digital measurements. Bench and production testing environments where fast reading rates and precision are critical. Temperature monitoring applications using compatible external sensors.

Compatibility & Integration VXI chassis integration. SCPI (Standard Commands for Programmable Instruments) compliance enables remote control and automation. Software drivers support LabVIEW, MATLAB, Visual Studio (C, C++, C#, Visual Basic), and VEE programming environments.