Keithley SM-03 (KM-SM-20V3-517-03)
The Keithley SM-03 (KM-SM-20V3-517-03) is a precision source measure unit (SMU) designed for versatile electrical testing and measurement applications. It combines sourcing and measurement capabilities in a single instrument, enabling accurate voltage and current control. Ideal for component characterization, device testing, and research, the SM-03 ensures reliable performance and precise results.
- Model
- Keithley KM-SM-20V3-517-03
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $1,100
- Status
- In stock
- RFQ ref
- KM-SM-20V3-517-03
This unit
The Keithley SM-03 (KM-SM-20V3-517-03) is a single-channel source measure unit delivering integrated sourcing and measurement in one instrument. It has four-quadrant operation for both voltage and current, enabling precise component characterization and device testing across research and production environments. The unit combines 6½-digit measurement resolution with 0.012% basic accuracy and output power up to 20 W, making it suitable for applications requiring simultaneous control and acquisition of electrical parameters.
Technical Specifications Electrical Ranges
Voltage source/measure: 20 mV to 200 V
Current source/measure: 10 nA to 1.05 A (105 mA at 200 V range)
Resistance measurement: 2 Ω to 200 MΩ
Nominal DC voltage: 20 V; AC voltage: 3 V
Maximum output power: 20 W Measurement Performance
Resolution: 6½-digit
Basic accuracy: 0.012% (at terminals with A/D autozero enabled)
Temperature coefficient: ±(0.15 × accuracy specification)/°C for 0–18 °C and 28–50 °C
Overrange: 105% on both source and measure
Readings per second: Up to 1700 at 4½ digits via GPIB Regulation & Limits
Voltage regulation (line): 0.01% of range
Voltage regulation (load): 0.01% of range + 100 μV
Current regulation (line): 0.01% of range
Current regulation (load): 0.01% of range + 100 pA
Guard output impedance: 0.5 Ω (DC) in ohms mode
Key Features
Four-quadrant sourcing and sinking capability
Bipolar current and voltage limit controls V-Limit/I-Limit accuracy adds 0.3% of setting plus ±0.02% of reading
4-wire remote sense for resistance measurement
One-year calibration period
Typical Applications Component characterization, device testing, and electrical parameter verification in laboratory and production test environments.
Compatibility & Integration GPIB connectivity enables integration into automated test systems and data acquisition setups.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Voltage / Current Range | 10 nA to 1.05 A, 20 mV to 200 V |
Keithley KM-SM-20V3-517-03 — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the Keithley KM-SM-20V3-517-03. Calibration covers calibration scope varies by instrument type: vacuum gauges are verified at multiple pressure points against NIST-traceable pressure standards; spectrophotometers at wavelength accuracy and photometric accuracy points; strain gauge indicators at bridge excitation accuracy and full-scale output accuracy; pH meters against certified buffer solutions at pH 4, 7, and 10.. All calibrations ship with a NIST-traceable certificate. Turnaround is typically 1–3 business days after receipt.
Common Keithley KM-SM-20V3-517-03 faults: vacuum gauge filament failure (ionization gauges), spectrophotometer D2 lamp end-of-life, wavelength motor failure, strain indicator front-panel binding post corrosion, pH electrode conditioning failure. Most specialty laboratory instruments fail at their electromechanical interfaces first — vacuum gauge connectors and filament assemblies, spectrophotometer lamp housings and motor drives, strain indicator binding post corrosion. Component-level repair is standard; manufacturer support for legacy instruments is often limited, making third-party bench repair the practical path.
Keithley KM-SM-20V3-517-03 price
This Keithley KM-SM-20V3-517-03 is listed at $1,100. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
Keithley KM-SM-20V3-517-03 calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the Keithley KM-SM-20V3-517-03 is $450 (standard — pass/fail certificate and calibration sticker) or $650 (full measured data at every test point, reference standards documented, traceability chain included). Calibration for this instrument covers calibration scope varies by instrument type: vacuum gauges are verified at multiple pressure points against NIST-traceable pressure standards; spectrophotometers at wavelength accuracy and photometric accuracy points; strain gauge indicators at bridge excitation accuracy and full-scale output accuracy; pH meters against certified buffer solutions at pH 4, 7, and 10.. Turnaround is 1 to 3 business days after receipt. See full calibration details →
