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Model 2600B-PM-2 Protection Module 

User's Guide 

071342900 / May 2015    

*PPA071342900*

Description 

The Model 2600B-PM-2 Protection Module is a stand-alone, self-powered module that provides fast transient 

(< 100 µs) current spike limiting and overvoltage (> 220 V) clamping for use in current and voltage-sensitive 

devices and applications. 

Figure 1: Model 2600B-PM-2 Protection Module 

The protection module is designed for use with the following source-measure units (SMUs): 

Model 2601B Single-Channel System SourceMeter

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 Instrument

Model 2602B Dual-Channel System SourceMeter

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 Instrument

Model 2611B Single-Channel System SourceMeter

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 Instrument

Model 2612B Dual-Channel System SourceMeter

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 Instrument

The protection module is intended for use in applications where a device or interconnection current, voltage 

breakdown, or other potential signal level failure could result in damage to the device under test. 

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Summary of Contents for KEITHLEY 2600B-PM-2

Page 1: ...e is designed for use with the following source measure units SMUs Model 2601B Single Channel System SourceMeter Instrument Model 2602B Dual Channel System SourceMeter Instrument Model 2611B Single Channel System SourceMeter Instrument Model 2612B Dual Channel System SourceMeter Instrument The protection module is intended for use in applications where a device or interconnection current voltage b...

Page 2: ...ulse duty cycle 0 75 A up to 20 V maximum Maximum on time 30 ms Minimum off time 70 ms Maximum 30 duty cycle 10 Hz to 500 Hz cycle Mounting location Rear panel with support bracket or in line standard Model 2601 02 11 12B connector Supplied support bracket reversible for CH 1 and CH 2 use with Model 2602 12B dual channel SMUs Mean time between failures MTBF 250 000 hours at continuous maximum DC o...

Page 3: ...ket must be installed before connecting the module to your SourceMeter instrument See the following graphics for instructions Make sure you follow the correct diagram for your installation The bracket may be difficult to remove once it is installed Figure 3 Installing the support bracket for use in channel A Figure 4 Installing the support bracket for use in channel B ...

Page 4: ...re unit SMU The Model 2612B SourceMeter Instrument is used as an example in the following graphic but the installation is the same for all compatible models Make sure you have installed the support bracket on the protection module before connecting the module to your SourceMeter instrument See the Installing the support bracket on page 3 topic for guidance Figure 5 Connecting the Model 2600B PM 2 ...

Page 5: ... be connected to mains These instruments will be marked as category II or higher Unless explicitly allowed in the specifications operating manual and instrument labels do not connect any instrument to mains Exercise extreme caution when a shock hazard is present Lethal voltage may be present on cable connector jacks or test fixtures The American National Standards Institute ANSI states that a shoc...

Page 6: ...ly disposed of according to federal state and local laws The WARNING heading in the user documentation explains dangers that might result in personal injury or death Always read the associated information very carefully before performing the indicated procedure The CAUTION heading in the user documentation explains hazards that could damage the instrument Such damage may invalidate the warranty In...

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