Test & Measurement
Multimeter offers extended current ranges of 100µA to 10A
A digital multimeter that helps engineers see their measurement data in new ways, get actionable information faster, and document their results more easily has been introduced by Amplicon. The 34461A from Keysight Technologies features exclusive Truevolt technology that reduces extraneous factors such as noise, injected current and input bias current for increased measurement confidence.
PXI poised to impact on test and measurement market
The impact of PXI on the test and measurement industry cannot be understated according to a new report from market research group, Frost and Sullivan. Original equipment manufacturers (OEM) across industries are adopting PCI extensions for instrumentation (PXI)-based instrumentation as its measurement speed, small footprint, low power consumption, and flexibility reduce the time to market and overall cost of tests.
Frequency domain analysis extended for real-time oscilloscopes
Keysight Technologies has introduced a spectrum frequency domain analysis application solution for real-time oscilloscopes. The FDA option extends the capabilities of Keysight Infiniium and InfiniiVision Series oscilloscopes by enabling engineers to acquire live signals from the oscilloscope and visualise them in the frequency domain as well as make key frequency domain measurements.
Automotive test system accelerates development time
Car owners want more features and the car makers increase these features to get a competitive edge. Teams of designers, developers, testers and system integrators work to bring these sophisticated systems to market and time is critical. To meet test demands K2L has launched its Automotive Test System (ATS), a singular hardware and software tool that supports all of the major automotive busses for all of the activities related to test and simulati...
Sensor meets need for precise temperature control
Calex has introduced the Pyromini infrared temperature sensor for applications where precise temperature control is needed and forming temperatures typically range from 120°C to 370°C. The plastic sheet is heated by infrared heaters; a temperature sensor is used for each heating zone to ensure it is heated evenly. For the best control, at least 10 points should be measured: all four corners and the centre, on the top and bottom surf...
Spectrum analysers advance to 3.2GHz and 7.5GHz
Telonic Instruments has two high performance, higher frequency spectrum analysers, the DSA832-TG and the new DSA875-TG that push RIGOL’s DSA800 series to 3.2GHz & 7.5GHz, respectively. The spectrum analysers are available with Tracking Generator options up to 7.5GHz offering powerful and broad ranging features including options for VSWR measurement toolkit for configuring and evaluating antennas.
LXI, PXI solutions on parade at AUTOTEST
LXI and PXI switching solutions will take centre stage on Pickering Interfaces stand at AUTOTEST 2014 (Sept 16-18, St. Louis). For their PXI range, Pickering will feature new and updated products, including an addition to their PXI medium-density switch matrix range — a new 32x4 signal insertion and monitor matrix with switched loop-thru for simplified connection of digital I/O.
Recognition system targets Industry 4.0 plants
Recognition systems and vibration measurement instruments, which can be integrated into an Industry 4.0 plant environment, are being offered by REO. Using the status reports in which the recognition system provides, the plant's quality department can quickly and easily correct production mistakes.
Keysight Technologies signs up to South Korea 5G Forum
The march towards 5G wireless communication has started and Keysight Technologies has positioned itself as a leading player by announcing membership in the Korea 5G Forum. The Forum was founded by the Ministry of Science, ICT (information and communications technology) and Future Planning (MSIP) to lead the development of 5G mobile wireless communications and to commercialise 5G technology.
Power quality analysers offer more functions
Power quality analysers from Outram Research with differential inputs can simultaneously record input and output voltages of electrical equipment such as transformers and power supplies. The company's PM3000 and PM7000 analysers have three and four differential inputs respectively, enabling voltage measurement at multiple points at the same time.