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Keysight E1418A

Product Name
E1418A 8/16-Channel 16-Bit VXI D/A Converter Module
Product Introduction
The Keysight / Agilent E1418A is a C-size, single-slot, register-based VXI module that provides high-resolution digital-to-analog outputs for automated test and measurement systems.

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Technical Specifications
Form Factor: C-size VXI, 1 slot
Channels: 8 or 16
Resolution: 16 bits
Voltage Output: ±16 V
Voltage Resolution Step: 488 µV
Current Output: 0 to ±20 mA
Current Resolution Step: 610 nA
Accuracy: ±0.05% of reading + 3 mV for voltage; ±0.09% + 5 µA for current
Isolation: Channel-to-channel and channel-to-chassis
Update: Individual or simultaneous channel update
Bus: VXI A16 / A24
Operating Temperature: 0 °C to +55 °C
Storage Temperature: -40 °C to +85 °C
Functional Features
Independent voltage or current mode per channel
Local or remote sensing
Software-controlled calibration
Synchronous multi-channel updates
Built-in self-test
Application Scenarios
Automatic test equipment
Aerospace test systems
Semiconductor test
Process control simulation
Laboratory measurement
Working Principle
The module receives digital commands over the VXI backplane, converts them into precision analog voltage or current signals, and outputs them through a terminal block to instruments, actuators, or test loads.
Structural Characteristics
Single-slot VXI module
Screw-terminal QUIC connector block
Jumpers for channel configuration
CALBUS connection for in-place calibration
Installation Requirements
Insert into compatible C-size VXI chassis
Use proper terminal block wiring
Confirm +5 V and +12 V VXI backplane power
Avoid excessive EMI sources
Usage Notes
Do not exceed compliance voltage
Calibrate periodically with calibrated DMM
Prevent short circuits on output terminals
Use shielded cables for sensitive analog signals

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