
12 - Application notes
PowerFlex
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SMU4000 Series Instruction Manual
PowerFlex
The PowerFlex system provides a semi constant power characteristic so that the current
capability rises as the voltage falls.
PowerFlex technology enables the instrument to achieve full instrument output power across
the majority of the voltage range.
NOTE
The power is limited by the 3A current limit at absolute voltages < |8.33V|.
The output current is limited to 0.5A at absolute voltages > |21V|.
Absolute voltages above |21V| are only achievable on the SMU4201.
Maximum Voltage and
Current capabilities:
SMU4001 & SMU4201
0V to 20V
Voltage(±) Current(±)
5V
3A
8V
3A
10V
2.5A
12V
2.08A
20V
1.25A
SMU4201
21V to 200V
Voltage(±) Current(±)
21V
0.5A
50V
0.5A
100V
0.25A
120V
0.208A
150V
0.167A
180V
0.139A
200V
0.125A