General Radio 1686A Capacitance Meter

The General Radio 1686A Capacitance Meter is a precision instrument designed for accurate measurement of capacitance values in various electronic components and circuits. It offers advanced measurement capabilities, user-friendly operation, and robust construction, making it an ideal instrument for a wide range of capacitance measurement applications in electronics, telecommunications, and research laboratories.

Specifications

• Measurement Range: Covers a wide range of capacitance values, from picofarads to microfarads, enabling comprehensive testing of capacitors and other capacitance-based devices.
• Accuracy: High accuracy ensures reliable measurement results, crucial for quality control, calibration, and research applications.
• Resolution: Fine resolution allows detailed analysis of capacitance values, facilitating detection of small changes and variations.
• Measurement Modes: Offers multiple measurement modes such as direct capacitance measurement, relative measurement, and differential measurement, providing flexibility in testing and analysis.
• Frequency Response: Wide frequency response range allows measurements at different frequencies, enabling characterization of capacitive behavior under various operating conditions.
• Display: Clear and easy-to-read display interface for convenient monitoring of measurement values, enhancing user experience and productivity.
• Controls: Intuitive control interface for easy adjustment of settings and operation, streamlining the testing process and minimizing user errors.
• Interface: Equipped with interfaces for data output, connectivity to external devices, and integration with data acquisition systems, facilitating data management and analysis.
• Built-in Functions: Includes built-in functions such as temperature compensation, zero offset correction, and calibration capabilities, ensuring accurate and reliable measurements.
• Compliance: Complies with industry standards and regulations, ensuring measurement accuracy and reliability, and providing confidence in test results.
• Software Support: Compatible with software packages for advanced data analysis, reporting, and integration with laboratory information management systems (LIMS), enhancing workflow automation and efficiency.
• Construction: Robust construction with quality materials ensures durability and reliability in demanding testing environments, prolonging the instrument’s lifespan.
• Dimensions (H x W x D): Compact and ergonomic design for easy integration into laboratory setups and workspaces, optimizing space utilization.
• Weight: Lightweight design for portability and ease of transportation between different testing locations, enhancing versatility and flexibility.
• Power Source: Typically powered by AC mains or batteries, providing flexibility in usage and ensuring continuous operation during power outages or remote testing scenarios.