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NI PXIe-4137 Specifications

Pxie, ±200 v, ±1 a (dc)/±3 a (pulsed), 100 fa precision system pxi source measure unit
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SPECIFICATIONS
PXIe-4137
PXIe, ±200 V, ±1 A (DC)/±3 A (Pulsed), 100 fA Precision System PXI
Source Measure Unit
These specifications apply to the PXIe-4137.
Note
In this document, the PXIe-4137 (40W) and PXIe-4137 (20W) are referred to
inclusively as the PXIe-4137. The information in this document applies to all
versions of the PXIe-4137 unless otherwise specified. To determine which version of
the module you have, locate the device name in one of the following places:
•
In MAX-The PXIe-4137 (40W) shows NI PXIe-4137 (40W), and the
PXIe-4137 (20W) shows as NI PXIe-4137.
•
Device front panel-The PXIe-4137 (40W) shows PXIe-4137 40W System
SMU, and the PXIe-4137 (20W) shows NI PXIe-4137 Precision System SMU
on the front panel.
Contents
Definitions.................................................................................................................................2
Conditions................................................................................................................................. 2
Cleaning Statement................................................................................................................... 3
Device Capabilities................................................................................................................... 3
Voltage.......................................................................................................................................7
Current...................................................................................................................................... 8
Noise......................................................................................................................................... 8
Sinking Power vs. Ambient Temperature Derating................................................................ 10
Output Resistance Programming Accuracy............................................................................ 12
Overvoltage Protection........................................................................................................... 12
Pulsed Operation..................................................................................................................... 13
Extended Range Pulsing for PXIe-4137 (40W)..............................................................13
Extended Range Pulsing for PXIe-4137 (20W)..............................................................18
Transient Response and Settling Time....................................................................................18
Load Regulation...................................................................................................................... 20
Measurement and Update Timing Characteristics.................................................................. 20
Remote Sense.......................................................................................................................... 22
Safety Interlock....................................................................................................................... 22
Examples of Calculating Accuracy Specifications................................................................. 23
Rate using NI SourceAdapt ............................................................................................. 25
Trigger Characteristics............................................................................................................ 32

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    These specifications apply to the PXIe-4137. Note In this document, the PXIe-4137 (40W) and PXIe-4137 (20W) are referred to inclusively as the PXIe-4137. The information in this document applies to all versions of the PXIe-4137 unless otherwise specified. To determine which version of the module you have, locate the device name in one of the following places: •...

  • Page 2: Definitions

    The ambient temperature of a PXI system is defined as the temperature at the chassis fan inlet (air intake). For increased capability, NI recommends installing the PXIe-4137 (40W) in a chassis with slot cooling capacity ≥58 W. 2 | ni.com | PXIe-4137 Specifications...

  • Page 3: Cleaning Statement

    • Self-calibration performed within the last 24 hours • NI-DCPower Aperture Time is set to 2 power-line cycles (PLC) Cleaning Statement Notice Clean the hardware with a soft, nonmetallic brush. Make sure that the hardware is completely dry and free from contaminants before returning it to service.
  • Page 4 Pulse only, up to 480 W For additional information related to the Pulse Voltage or Pulse Current settings of the Output Function, for the PXIe-4137 (40W), including pulse on time and duty cycle limits for a particular operating point, refer to Pulsed Operation on page 13.
  • Page 5 Table 2. DC Sourcing & Sinking Power Model Variant Chassis Type DC Sourcing Power DC Sinking Power PXIe-4137 (40W) ≥58 W Slot Cooling Capacity 40 W 40 W <58 W Slot Cooling Capacity 20 W 12 W PXIe-4137 (20W) ≥58 W Slot Cooling Capacity 20 W 12 W <58 W Slot Cooling Capacity 20 W...
  • Page 6 If the PXI Express chassis has multiple fan speed settings, set the fans to the highest setting. Related Information Sinking Power vs. Ambient Temperature Derating on page 10 Extended Range Pulsing for PXIe-4137 (40W)(1) on page 13 Extended Range Pulsing for PXIe-4137 (20W)(1) on page 18 6 | ni.com | PXIe-4137 Specifications...

  • Page 7: Voltage

    Accuracy is specified for no load output configurations. Refer to Load Regulation and Remote Sense sections for additional accuracy derating and conditions. is the internal device temperature recorded by the PXIe-4137 at the completion of the last self- calibration. PXIe-4137 Specifications | © National Instruments Corporation | 7...

  • Page 8: Current

    The following figures illustrate measurement noise as a function of measurement aperture for the PXIe-4137. is the internal device temperature recorded by the PXIe-4137 at the completion of the last self- calibration. 3 A range above 1 A is for pulsing only.
  • Page 9 Note When the aperture time is set to 2 power-line cycles (PLCs), measurement noise differs slightly depending on whether the Power Line Frequency is set to 50 Hz or 60 Hz. PXIe-4137 Specifications | © National Instruments Corporation | 9...

  • Page 10: Sinking Power Vs. Ambient Temperature Derating

    The following figure illustrates sinking power derating as a function of ambient temperature. This applies to the PXIe-4137 (20W) when used with any chassis and only applies to the PXIe-4137 (40W) when used with a chassis with slot cooling capacity <58 W.
  • Page 11 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 Ambient Temperature (°C) Note When using the PXIe-4137 (40W) with a chassis with slot cooling capacity ≥58 W, ambient temperature derating does not apply. Related Information Device Capabilities on page 3 PXIe-4137 Specifications | ©...

  • Page 12: Output Resistance Programming Accuracy

    Maximum OVP limit value 210 V Minimum OVP limit value is the internal device temperature recorded by the PXIe-4137 at the completion of the last self- calibration. 3 A range above 1 A is for pulsing only. Overvoltage protection accuracy is valid with an ambient temperature of 23 °C ± 5 °C and with T ±5 °C.

  • Page 13: Pulsed Operation

    Bias Level Extended Range Pulsing for PXIe-4137 (40W) The following figures illustrate the maximum pulse on time and duty cycle for the PXIe-4137 (40W) in a ≥58 W cooling slot, for a desired pulse voltage and pulse current given zero bias voltage and current.
  • Page 14 15. Additionally, Equation 8 solves for pulse on time, t , in terms of maximum pulse energy in Example 1: Determining Extended Range Pulse On Time and Duty Cycle Parameters for the PXIe-4137 (40W) on page 26. 14 | ni.com | PXIe-4137 Specifications...
  • Page 15 Bias level limits Maximum voltage, V 200 V bias Maximum current, I bias Table 6. PXIe-4137 (40W) Pulse Level Limits Specification Value Equation Maximum voltage, 160 V — pulseMax Maximum current, — pulseMax PXIe-4137 Specifications | © National Instruments Corporation | 15...
  • Page 16 Pulse on time is measured from the start of the leading edge to the start of the trailing edge. See Figure 6. on page 13. Refer to Figure 7. on page 14 to estimate the value and determine the limiting equation for a PXIe-4137 (40W) in a ≥58 W Slot Cooling Capacity Chassis. 16 | ni.com | PXIe-4137 Specifications...
  • Page 17 Figure 8. on page 15 to estimate the value and determine the limiting equation for a PXIe-4137 (40W) in a ≥58 W Slot Cooling Capacity Chassis. If D≥100%, consider switching Output Function from Pulse mode to DC mode. Refer to Figure 8.

  • Page 18: Extended Range Pulsing For Pxie-4137 (20W)

    Pulse on time is measured from the start of the leading edge to the start of the trailing edge. See Figure 6. on page 13. Optimize transient response, overshoot, and slew rate with NI SourceAdapt by adjusting the Transient Response. To improve the slew rate, see...
  • Page 19 Current limit set to ≥60 μA and ≥60% of the selected current limit range. Current limit set to ≥20 μA and ≥20% of selected current limit range. Voltage limit set to ≥2 V, resistive load set to 1 V/selected current range. PXIe-4137 Specifications | © National Instruments Corporation | 19...

  • Page 20: Load Regulation

    1.8 MS/s per channel, continuous, nominal When sourcing while measuring, both the Source Delay and Aperture Time affect the sampling rate. When taking a measure record, only the Aperture Time affects the sampling rate. 20 | ni.com | PXIe-4137 Specifications...
  • Page 21 Pulse mode is enabled when the Output Function is set to Pulse Voltage or Pulse Current. This mode enables access to extended range pulsing capabilities. For PXIe-4137 (20W), shorter minimum on times for in-range pulses can be achieved using Sequence mode or Timed Output mode with the Output Function set to Voltage or Current.

  • Page 22: Remote Sense

    Caution Hazardous voltages of up to the maximum voltage of the PXIe-4137 may appear at the output terminals if the safety interlock terminal is closed. Open the safety interlock terminal when the output connections are accessible. With the safety interlock terminal open, the output voltage level/limit is limited to ±40 V DC, and...

  • Page 23: Examples Of Calculating Accuracy Specifications

    Specifications listed in examples are for demonstration purposes only and do not necessarily reflect specifications for this device. is the internal device temperature recorded by the PXIe-4137 at the completion of the last self- calibration. PXIe-4137 Specifications | © National Instruments Corporation | 23...
  • Page 24 * 2.5 V * 1.5Ω 1 μV V * Ω = 100μV + 50μV + 1.8μV * 3 + 6μV + 3.75 μV = 165.15 μV Therefore, the actual output is within 165.15 µV of 500 mV. 24 | ni.com | PXIe-4137 Specifications...

  • Page 25: Examples Of Determining Extended Range Pulse Parameters And Optimizing Slew Rate Using Ni Sourceadapt

    Examples of Determining Extended Range Pulse Parameters and Optimizing Slew Rate using NI SourceAdapt Note Specifications listed in examples are for demonstration purposes only and do not necessarily reflect specifications for this device. PXIe-4137 Specifications | © National Instruments Corporation | 25...
  • Page 26 = 80 V * 3 A = 240 W For PXIe-4137 (40W), refer to the following figures to identify next steps. First, verify the the region of operation using Figure 1. on page 4, which shows 240 W is in the extended range pulsing region.
  • Page 27 Cycle Parameters for the PXIe-4137 (20W) Determine the extended range pulsing parameters, assuming the following operating point. Output function Pulse Current Pulse voltage limit, V 80 V pulse Pulse current level, I pulse PXIe-4137 Specifications | © National Instruments Corporation | 27...
  • Page 28 Greater than the minimum pulse on time of 50 μs • Less than the maximum pulse on time of 400 μs and duty cycle of 2% • Greater than the minimum pulse cycle time of 5 ms 28 | ni.com | PXIe-4137 Specifications...
  • Page 29 Example 3: Using NI SourceAdapt to Increase the Slew Rate of the Pulse Determine the appropriate operating parameters and custom transient response settings, assuming the following example parameters. Output function Pulse Current Pulse voltage limit, V 160 V pulse Pulse current level, I...
  • Page 30 SourceAdapt, first set the Transient Response to Custom. To achieve the resulting waveform in the following figure, use the parameters in the following table. Figure 12. 10 μs Pulse Output with Load, Custom Transient Response Time (us) 30 | ni.com | PXIe-4137 Specifications...
  • Page 31 Fc in the figure above, and set the pole-zero ratio to be greater than 1. For reference, the pole frequency and zero frequency are derived by the following equations. Pole frequency = Compensation frequency * Pole‐zero ratio Compensation frequency Zero frequency = Pole‐zero ratio PXIe-4137 Specifications | © National Instruments Corporation | 31...

  • Page 32: Trigger Characteristics

    Automatic shutdown, output disconnect relay opens Sink overload protection Automatic shutdown, output disconnect relay opens Pulse widths and logic levels are compliant with PXI Express Hardware Specification Revision 1.0 ECN 1. Input triggers can be re-exported. 32 | ni.com | PXIe-4137 Specifications...

  • Page 33: Safety Voltages

    3.0 A from the 3.3 V rail and 6.0 A from the 12 V rail PXIe-4137 (20W) 2.5 A from the 3.3 V rail and 2.7 A from the 12 V rail PXIe-4137 Specifications | © National Instruments Corporation | 33...

  • Page 34: Physical

    This product meets the requirements of the following environmental standards for electrical equipment. • IEC 60068-2-1 Cold • IEC 60068-2-2 Dry heat • IEC 60068-2-78 Damp heat (steady state) • IEC 60068-2-64 Random operating vibration 34 | ni.com | PXIe-4137 Specifications...

  • Page 35: Safety Compliance Standards

    For EMC declarations, certifications, and additional information, refer to the Product Certifications and Declarations section. Environmental Management NI is committed to designing and manufacturing products in an environmentally responsible manner. NI recognizes that eliminating certain hazardous substances from our products is beneficial to the environment and to NI customers.

  • Page 36: Waste Electrical And Electronic Equipment (Weee)

    For additional environmental information, refer to the Commitment to the Environment web page at ni.com/environment. This page contains the environmental regulations and directives with which NI complies, as well as other environmental information not included in this document. Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)
  • Page 37 PXIe-4137 Specifications | © National Instruments Corporation | 37...
  • Page 38 . You can find patents.txt ni.com/patents information about end-user license agreements (EULAs) and third-party legal notices in the readme file for your NI product. Refer to the Export Compliance Information at for the NI global trade compliance policy and how ni.com/legal/export-compliance...

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