Keithley Series 6400 Picoammeters
The cost-effective 5½-digit Model 6485 Picoammeter can measure currents from 10fA to 20mA, at speeds up to 1000 readings per second. The Model 6487 Picoammeter/Voltage provides higher accuracy and faster rise times than the 6485, a 500V source, and a damping function for use with capacitive devices. The Model 6482 Dual-Channel Picoammeter/Voltage Source offers higher measurement resolution than the Model 6485 or Model 6487 and dual, independent 30V voltage bias sources.
Keithley Series 6400 Picoammeters
Features |
Benefits |
| Current resolution as low as 1fA (6482) | Allows measuring ultra-low leakage currents in components, dark currents in optical devices, and beam currents in microscopy instrumentation. |
| Burden voltage as low as 200μV | Allows making current measurements with high accuracy, even in circuits with very low source voltages. |
| Dual-channel measurements (6482) | Simplifies analyzing multi-channel devices, monitoring currents in multiple locations on materials, and recording data from multiple sensors at once. |
| Choose from 0, 1, or 2 built-in voltage sources | Ensures you can find the voltage bias capabilities your application demands. Perform insulation resistance testing with the 500V source in the Model 6487 Picoammeter /Voltage Source. |
| Built-in analog outputs | Allows transmitting measurement results to devices like DMMs, data acquisition boards, oscilloscopes, or strip chart recorders for signal response and trend analysis. |
| Measure currents up to 20mA | Supports measuring currents high enough for applications such as measuring 4-20mA sensor loops. |
| Up to 1,000 readings per second | Offers the high throughput production testing demands. |
| Built-in Trigger Link interface | Simplifies synchronizing with other instruments and voltage sources by combining six independent selectable trigger lines on a single connector for simple, direct control over all instruments in a system. |
| Model | Description | Current | Number of Channels | PC Interface | Resistance | Source | List Price |
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| 6485/J | Only available in Japan. |
10 fA～20 mA | 1 | GPIB、RS-232 | US $2,140 Configure & Quote |
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| 6485 | 10fA - 20mA | 1 | GPIB, RS-232 | - | - | US $2,260 Configure & Quote |
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| 6487 | 10fA - 20mA | 1 | GPIB, RS-232 | 10Ω - 1015Ω |
0 – ±500V |
US $4,950 Configure & Quote |
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| 6487/J | Only available in Japan. |
10 fA～20 mA | 1 | GPIB、RS-232 | 10 Ω～1015 Ω |
0～±500 V |
US $4,950 Configure & Quote |
| 6482 | 1fA - 20mA | 2 | GPIB, RS-232 | - | 0 - ±30V, each channel | US $5,140 Configure & Quote |
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| 6482/J | Only available in Japan. |
1 fA～20 mA | 2 | GPIB、RS-232 | 0～±30 V、各チャンネル |
US $5,140 Configure & Quote |
| Model | Description | Current | Number of Channels | PC Interface | Resistance | Source | List Price |
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| 6485/J | Only available in Japan. |
10 fA～20 mA | 1 | GPIB、RS-232 | US $2,140 Configure & Quote |
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| 6485 | 10fA - 20mA | 1 | GPIB, RS-232 | - | - | US $2,260 Configure & Quote |
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| 6487 | 10fA - 20mA | 1 | GPIB, RS-232 | 10Ω - 1015Ω |
0 – ±500V |
US $4,950 Configure & Quote |
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| 6487/J | Only available in Japan. |
10 fA～20 mA | 1 | GPIB、RS-232 | 10 Ω～1015 Ω |
0～±500 V |
US $4,950 Configure & Quote |
| 6482 | 1fA - 20mA | 2 | GPIB, RS-232 | - | 0 - ±30V, each channel | US $5,140 Configure & Quote |
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| 6482/J | Only available in Japan. |
1 fA～20 mA | 2 | GPIB、RS-232 | 0～±30 V、各チャンネル |
US $5,140 Configure & Quote |
Datasheet
237-ALG-15
Datasheet
Accessory
Description Datasheet
LOW NOISE TRIAX CABLE 15M(50FT)
Datasheet
237-ALG-2
Datasheet
Accessory
LOW NOISE TRIAX CABLE
Datasheet
237-TRX-BAR
Datasheet
Accessory
3 LUG F/3LUG F TRIAX
Datasheet
4288-1
Datasheet
Accessory
SINGLE FIXED RACK MOUNTING KIT
Datasheet
4288-2
Datasheet
Accessory
DUAL FIXED RACK MOUNTING KIT
Datasheet
4801
Datasheet
Accessory
LOW NOISE BNC INPUT CABLE 1.2M;
Datasheet
4802-10
Datasheet
Accessory
LOW NOISE BNC INPUT CABLE, 3M
Datasheet
4803
Datasheet
Accessory
LOW NOISE CABLE KIT
Datasheet
7009-5
Datasheet
Accessory
5 FT. SHIELDED RS-232 CABLE
Datasheet
8607
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Accessory
1KV SOURCE BANANA CABLES
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| 237-ALG-15 | LOW NOISE TRIAX CABLE 15M(50FT) | |
| Description Datasheet | 237-ALG-2 | LOW NOISE TRIAX CABLE |
| Description Datasheet | 237-TRX-BAR | 3 LUG F/3LUG F TRIAX |
| Description Datasheet | 4288-1 | SINGLE FIXED RACK MOUNTING KIT |
| Description Datasheet | 4288-2 | DUAL FIXED RACK MOUNTING KIT |
| Description Datasheet | 4801 | LOW NOISE BNC INPUT CABLE 1.2M; |
| Description Datasheet | 4802-10 | LOW NOISE BNC INPUT CABLE, 3M |
| Description Datasheet | 4803 | LOW NOISE CABLE KIT |
| Description Datasheet | 7009-5 | 5 FT. SHIELDED RS-232 CABLE |
| Description Datasheet | 8607 | 1KV SOURCE BANANA CABLES |
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KickStart Instrument Control Software Datasheet
KickStart Software simplifies what you need to know about your instrument so that in just minutes you can take the instrument out of the box and get real data on your device. KickStart Software enables quick test setup and data visualization when …
Literature Number: 1KW-60965-4 |
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Model 6487 Picoammeter/Voltage Source Manual Reference Manual
Model 6487 Picoammeter/Voltage Source Manual Reference Manual Part Number: 6487-901-01C |
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Model 6487 Picoammeter/Voltage Source
2010 Catalog Pages for Model 6487 Picoammeter/Voltage Source.
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Model 6485 Picoammeter
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Model 6482 Dual-Channel Picoammeter/Voltage Source
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Model 4288-2 Dual Fixed Rack Mounting Kit
The Model 4288-2 Dual Fixed Rack Mounting Kit includes all of the hardware necessary for side-by-side rack mounting of two instruments, including Series 2000, 2182A, Series 2300, Series 2500, 2700, 2701, 6220, 6221, 6485, 6487, 6514, or 6517B.
Literature Number: PA-290C |
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Keithley Instruments Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions PA
This document contains safety information for Keithley Instruments products. Part Number: 071341102 |
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Models 6485 and 6487 Picoammeters Maximum Input Voltage
Models 6485 and 6487 Picoammeters Maximum Input Voltage
Instructions
Model 6485-6487 Picoammeter Maximum Input Voltage Instructions Part Number: 071317202 |
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Model 6485 & Model 6487 User's Manual
Model 6485 and Model 6487 User's Manual Part Number: 6487-900-01C |
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Models 6485 / 6487 Japanese User's Manual (1.7MB) Rev. A
Models 6485 / 6487 Japanese User's Manual (1.7MB) Rev. A Part Number: 6487J-903-01A |
User Manual | |
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Model 6482 Dual-Channel Picoammeter/Voltage Source Reference Manual
User Manual
Model 6482 Dual-Channel Picoammeter/Voltage Source Reference Manual Rev. A Part Number: 6482-901-01A |
Primary User Manual | |
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Model 6485 Instruction Manual
Model 6485 Picoammeter Instruction Manual Part Number: 6485-901-01A |
Primary User Manual | |
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Models 6485 & 6487 Chinese User's Manual
Model 6485 Picoammeter and Model 6487 Picoammeter/Voltage Source Chinese User's Manual Part Number: 6487C-900-01B |
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Keithley Model 6487 Picoammeter/Voltage Source Release Notes Rev. A
User Manual
Model 6487 Picoammeter/Voltage Source Release Notes Rev. A 1-6-03 changed to No for web. 1-17-03 corrections made, new version being published to web. Part Number: 6487-910-01A |
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KickStart Instrument Control Software Version 2.2.1 (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-2.2.1 |
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KickStart Instrument Control Software Version 2.2.0 (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 …
Part Number: KICKSTART-2.2.0 |
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KickStart Instrument Control Software Version 2.1.1 (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 …
Part Number: KICKSTART-2.1.1 |
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KickStart Instrument Control Software Version 2.1.0 (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 …
Part Number: KICKSTART-2.1.0 |
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Keithley I/O Layer version C10 (Windows 10, 8, 7 Compatible)
Keithley I/O Layer version C10 (KIOL-850C10 adds support for Windows 10 Operating System and installs NI-VISA Runtime 17.5 and NI-ICP 17.0. This release replaces previous versions of KIOL-850B07, KIOL-850C02, KIOL-850C03, KIOL-850C04, KIOL-850C05 …
Part Number: KIOL-850C10 |
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Model 6487 Firmware Release Package B04
6487 FIRMWARE RELEASE PACKAGE version B04 for use to upgrade instruments with version B firmware only. Do not install on instruments with version A firmware. Upgrade by using the Keithley Flash Wizard Utility.
Part Number: 6487-800B04 |
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6487 A07 Firmware Upgrade
6487 FIRMWARE RELEASE PACKAGE version A07 for use to upgrade instruments with version A firmware only. Do not install on instruments with version B firmware. Upgrade by using the Keithley Flash Wizard Utility.
Part Number: 6487-800A07 |
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Model 6487 Firmware Revision B02
6487 FIRMWARE RELEASE PACKAGE version B02 for use to upgrade instruments with version B firmware only. Do not install on instruments with version A firmware. Upgrade by using the Keithley Flash Wizard Utility.
Part Number: 6487-800B02 |
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Keithley I/O Layer - version C07 (Windows 8, 7, Vista, and XP Compatible)
Keithley I/O Layer version C07 (KIOL-850C07 adds a change to only send the :syst:rem command to RS-232 connections This release replaces previous versions of KIOL-850B07, KIOL-850C02, KIOL-850C03, KIOL-850C04, KIOL-850C05, KIOL-850C06). This version …
Part Number: KIOL-850C07 |
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Models 6485, 6487, and 6514 IVI/VISA-based Driver for Visual Basic (VB), VC/C++, LabView (LV) & LabWindowsCVI Ver. C02 - Requires Installation of Keithley I/O Layer (KIOL-850)
IVI style multi-platform Instrument Driver version C02 for Electrometer Models 6485, 6487, 6514. May be used with VB, VC/C++, LabView, or LabWindows/CVI.
Part Number: 6485-852C02 |
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Ke2500 VXIPnP Instrument Driver version 1.2.2.0 (for models 2500,25000LV,2502,6482)
Ke2500 VXIPnP Instrument Driver version 1.2.2.0 (for models 2500,25000LV,2502,6482)
Part Number: 2500-LV-1.2.2.0 |
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6485 B04 Firmware Upgrade.exe (2.5Meg)
Flash Wizard to upgrade 6485 to firmware version B04. May only be used on Rev B instruments. Instruments with firmware rev B01 or B02 may only be upgraded via GPIB, serial won't work.
Part Number: 6485-800B04 |
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6487 A06 Firmware Upgrade
6487 A06 Firmware Updgrade
Part Number: 6487-800A06 |
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Flashwizard version C12 (Windows 7, Vista, XP, Win2K, NT, ME, 98 Compatible)
Flashwizard executable version C12 (Windows 7, Vista, XP, Win2K, NT, ME, 98 Compatible)
Part Number: FLASH-WIZARD-C12 |
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Models 6485, 6487, and 6514 IVI/VISA-based Driver for Visual Basic (VB), VC/C++, LabView (LV) & LabWindowsCVI (v5.5) Ver.B04 - Requires Installation of Keithley I/O Layer (KIOL-850)
IVI style multi-platform Instrument Driver for the 6485,6487 and 6514. May be used with VB, VC/C++, LabView 5.1 or 6i, or LabWindows CVI 5.5 or later. Includes VISA and I/O configuration utility and wizard for Instrument communications.
Part Number: 6485-852B04 |
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New Materials and Devices E-Guide
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Optimizing Low-Current Measurements and Instruments
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Whitepaper Marketing Document | |
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Optoelectronics Test Selector Guide
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Product Selector Guide Marketing Document | |
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Low Current Measurements
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Application Note Marketing Document | |
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Low Level Measurements Handbook - 7th Edition
Literature Number: 1KW-1559-0 |
Handbook Marketing Document | |
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Low Current/ High Resistance Measurement Selector Guide
Low Current/ High Resistance Measurement Selector Guide - 2013 Catalog
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Product Selector Guide Marketing Document | |
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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 |
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SOLUTIONS FOR SCIENTIFIC AND ENGINEERING RESEARCH
Literature Number: 55W_30503_2 |
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Problem: Noisy Readings in High Resistance Measurements
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Problem: Error in Low Voltage, Low Current Measurements
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Technical Article Marketing Document | |
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Problem: Measurements are Low in High Resistance Measurements
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Technical Article Marketing Document | |
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Problem: Noisy Readings in High Resistance Measurements
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Technical Article Marketing Document | |
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Model 6485 Picoammeter Specifications Rev. B
Model 6485 Picoammeter Specifications Rev. B
Literature Number: SPEC-6485B |
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Guide to Measuring New Materials and Devices
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Model 6482 Dual-Channel Picoammeter/Voltage Source Specification
Model 6482 Dual-Channel Picoammeter/Voltage Source Specification Rev. A
Literature Number: SPEC-6482A |
Specification Marketing Document | |
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Model 6487 Picoammeter Specifications Rev. A
Model 6487 Picoammeter Specifications
Literature Number: SPEC-6487A |
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Making Precision Low Current and High Resistance Measurements - E-Handbook
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Making Precision Low Current and High Resistance Measurements eGuide
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High Accuracy Electrometers for Low Current/High Resistance Applications
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High Accuracy Picoammeters For Low Current/High Resistance Applications
Brochure covering Keithley's Low current, high resistance measurement solutions. Job #2357
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Advances in Electrical Measurements for Nanotechnology E-Handbook
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Advances in Electrical Measurements for Nanotechnology
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Hall Effect Measurements in Materials Characterization
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Discover Today's Solutions for Tomorrow's Nano Characterization Challenges
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How fast can I make measurements with a Picoammeter?
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How to configure and make resistivity measurements using Model 6487 picoammeter and Model 8009 resistivity test chamber?
Model 6487 is a picoammeter with a voltage source.
It acts like the 6517B for the resistivity measurement but does not calculate the resistivity, only resistance.
So it will source the voltage and measure the current, then calculate the resistance …
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Are there any example programs for the IVI driver?
When the IVI driver for your measurement instrument is installed, several example programs are also installed.If LabVIEW is already installed on the target system when the IVI driver is installed, then a subfolder, KE2700 or KE6485, in the National …
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