Keithley Electrometers for Ultra-High Resistance/Ultra-Low Current Measurements
Keithley Electrometers for Ultra-High Resistance/Ultra-Low Current Measurements
Choose from three sensitive options for precision high resistance and low current measurements. The 5½-digit Model 6514 and Model 6517B Electrometers offer 1fA sensitivity, >200TΩ input impedance on voltage measurements, and charge measurements down to 10fC. The 6½-digit Model 6430 Sub-Femtoamp Remote SourceMeter SMU Instrument can measure current with 1aA sensitivity. Its low noise and drift performance make it ideal for research on single electron devices, highly resistive nanowires and nanotubes, polymers, and electrochemical applications.
Keithley High Resistance/Low Current Electrometers Series 6500, 6430
Features |
Benefits |
| Extremely low noise (0.4fAp-p for 6430, <1fA for 6517B and 6514) | Ensures more accurate measurements of the extremely low currents common in device and materials research. |
| Resistance measurements up to 1016Ω (6517B) | Measures resistance on ultra-high resistance materials and insulators accurately. |
| Remote PreAmp can be located at the signal source (6430) | Allows making a direct or very short connection to the signal source, minimizing noise sources such as cable noise. |
| Low burden voltage | Eliminates errors that affect the accuracy of low current measurements. |
| Built-in ±1kV voltage source with sweep capability (6517B) | Simplifies performing leakage, breakdown, and resistance testing, as well as volume (Ω-cm) and surface resistivity (Ω/square) measurements on high resistivity materials. |
| Optional Model 8009 Resistivity Chamber for measuring volume and surface resistivities of sample materials (6517B) | Protects you from contact with potentially hazardous voltages —opening the lid of the chamber automatically turns off the instrument’s voltage source. |
| High measurement speeds even on low-level signals | Allows faster low-level component testing. |
| Programmable digital I/O and built-in interfaces | Simplifies building automated component test systems. |
Models
| Model | Current | Voltage | Resistance | Charge | Source | List Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6514 | 100aA - 20mA | 10µV - 200V 10µV - 200V | 10mΩ - 200GΩ | 10fC - 20μC | - | - |
| 6517B | 100aA - 20mA | 10µV - 200V 10µV - 200V | 100Ω - 10PΩ | 10fC - 2μC | 0 - ±1000V | - |
| 6430 | 10aA - 100mA | 1µV - 200V 1µV - 200V | 1µΩ - >20TΩ | - | 0 - ±200V | - |
Model
6514
List Price
-
CurrentVoltageResistance
100aA - 20mA10µV - 200V
10mΩ - 200GΩ
VoltageChargeSource
10µV - 200V10fC - 20μC
-
Model
6517B
List Price
-
CurrentVoltageResistance
100aA - 20mA10µV - 200V
100Ω - 10PΩ
VoltageChargeSource
10µV - 200V10fC - 2μC
0 - ±1000V
Model
6430
List Price
-
CurrentVoltageResistance
10aA - 100mA1µV - 200V
1µΩ - >20TΩ
VoltageSource
1µV - 200V
0 - ±200V
0 - ±100mA
| Model | Current | Voltage | Resistance | Charge | Source | List Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6514 | 100aA - 20mA | 10µV - 200V 10µV - 200V | 10mΩ - 200GΩ | 10fC - 20μC | - | - |
| 6517B | 100aA - 20mA | 10µV - 200V 10µV - 200V | 100Ω - 10PΩ | 10fC - 2μC | 0 - ±1000V | - |
| 6430 | 10aA - 100mA | 1µV - 200V 1µV - 200V | 1µΩ - >20TΩ | - | 0 - ±200V | - |
Model
6514
List Price
-
CurrentVoltageResistance
100aA - 20mA10µV - 200V
10mΩ - 200GΩ
VoltageChargeSource
10µV - 200V10fC - 20μC
-
Model
6517B
List Price
-
CurrentVoltageResistance
100aA - 20mA10µV - 200V
100Ω - 10PΩ
VoltageChargeSource
10µV - 200V10fC - 2μC
0 - ±1000V
Model
6430
List Price
-
CurrentVoltageResistance
10aA - 100mA1µV - 200V
1µΩ - >20TΩ
VoltageSource
1µV - 200V
0 - ±200V
0 - ±100mA
| Data Sheet | Accessory | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1681 | CLIP-ON TEST LEADS | |
| 2000-BENCHKIT | MULTI MODEL BENCH CONVERSION KIT | |
| 237-ALG-15 | LOW NOISE TRIAX CABLE 15M(50FT) | |
| 237-ALG-2 | LOW NOISE TRIAX CABLE | |
| 237-BNC-TRX | 2-SLOT M BNC TO 3 LUG F TRIAX | |
| 237-TRX-NG | TRIAX 3S M/3L F GRD DISC | |
| 4288-1 | SINGLE FIXED RACK MOUNTING KIT | |
| 4288-2 | DUAL FIXED RACK MOUNTING KIT | |
| 4288-5 | RACK KIT | |
| 4804 | MALE BNC TO FEMALE TRIAX ADAPT | |
| 6517-ILC-3 | INTERLOCK CABLE, 4 PIN | |
| 6517-TP | TEMPERATURE PROBE | |
| 6521. | SCANNER CARD | |
| 7009-5 | 5 FT. SHIELDED RS-232 CABLE | |
| 8009 | RESISTIVITY TEST FIXTURE | |
| 8607 | 1KV SOURCE BANANA CABLES |
| Source Measure Unit (SMU) Instruments Selector Guide Literature number: 1KW-61458-0 | Product Selector Guide | 16 Oct 2018 |
| Keithley Instruments Safety Precautions Safety Precautions PA
This document contains safety information for Keithley Instruments products. Part number: 071341102 | User | |
| Model 6517B Electrometer Reference Manual This reference manual provides setup, operation, and command descriptions for the Keithley Model 6517B Electrometer/High Resistance Meter. Part number: 6517B-901-01D | Primary User | |
| KickStart Instrument Control Software Version 1.9.8 (Windows 10, 8, 7 compatible) Easy to use instrument control software.Required for use with KickStart’s High Resistance Measurement App (HRMA).For all other apps, consider KickStart 2 as a replacement.Compatible with Windows 7, Windows 8 and Windows 10. Part number: KICKSTART-1.9.8 | Application | |
| KickStart Instrument Control Software Version 2.0.3 (Windows 10, 8, 7 compatible) """KickStart Software for the PC enables quick test setup and data visualization when using one or more instruments. Key Features• Save time by automating data collection of millions of readings.• Set up a multi-instrument test with the ability to… Part number: KICKSTART-2.0.3 | Application | |
| Model 4299-7 Fixed Rack-Mount Kit Assembly and Mounting Instructions Model 4299-7 Fixed Rack Mounting Kit Assembly and Mounting Instructions Part number: PA-1065D | User | |
| KickStart Quick Start Guide The quick start guide for the Keithley KickStart 2.0 software.
The quick start guide for the Keithley KickStart 2.0 software. Part number: KKS-903-01F | Primary User | |
| Maximize Speed and Throughput for Semiconductor Measurements Using Source Measure Units (SMUs) | Poster | 03 Jul 2018 |
| How do I change the line voltage setting on a Keithley Model 6517B? 1. Make sure the instrument is turned off and unplugged. 2. Carefully take out the fuse housing (above the power cord input) by opening the tabs on both sides. 3. Switch out the fuses in the fuse housing for the appropriate fuses for your line voltage… | FAQ ID: 471641 | 16 May 2018 |
| Keithley Instrumentation for Electrochemical Test Methods and Applications This application note discusses a variety of electrochemical applications, including voltammetry, low and high resistivity measurements, battery test, potentiometry, electrodeposition, electrical device characterization, and other tests that involve… Literature number: 1KW-60158-1 | Application Note | 25 Apr 2018 |
| Settings saved on Model 6517B when updating firmware. Yes, settings can be saved using the following procedure: 1. Press MENU, let go. 2. Select SAVESETUP, press ENTER. 3. Select SAVE, press ENTER. 4. Select number for save (0-9), press ENTER. To restore: 1. Press MENU, let go. 2. Select SAVESETUP, press… | FAQ ID: 468411 | 29 Mar 2018 |
| PicoAmmeters/Electromeers/Sensitive SMUs -What is Guard? */ The concept of guarding is to surround the input high node or DUT with a guard shield that is at the same potential. Current cannot flow through a leakage resistance that has a 0 V drop across it. Guarding is used to greatly reduce leakage current in… | FAQ ID: 468106 | 25 Mar 2018 |
| How is resistance measured? Electrical resistance is measured by either of two methods: constant current or constant voltage. The constant current technique sources a known current through an unknown resistance and the resulting voltage is measured. This technique is generally used… | FAQ ID: 71691 | 22 Mar 2018 |
| Making a Resistivity Measurement using the 8009 and 6517B in Alt-Polarity Mode 1) Connect interlock, Source Voltage HI and LO, and triax meter cables between 6517B back panel and 8009 test fixture. 2) Determine type of resistivity measurement (surface or volume) and use selector switch on 8009. 3) To set resistivity measurement… | FAQ ID: 255381 | 12 Feb 2018 |
| Model 6517B Electrometer User's Manual Model 6517B Electrometer User's Manual Part number: 6517B-900-01A | Primary User |