Agilent / Keysight 34922A 70-Channel Armature Multiplexer for 34980A

The Keysight 34922A is a 70-channel armature multiplexer module that integrates with the Keysight 34980A Multifunction Switch/Measure Unit to deliver high-density signal routing for automated test and data acquisition. Built around latching armature relays, the 34922A supports mixed 2-wire and 4-wire channel configurations with integrated relay life monitoring. It handles switching voltages to 300 V and currents to 1 A, while carrying up to 2 A continuously. The module scans up to 100 channels per second to an internal DMM and maintains thermal offset below 3 µV for precision measurement applications. Eight additional Analog Bus relays extend connectivity to system buses, enabling flexible bank-to-bus connections.

– Technical Specifications

Switching Architecture
• 70 two-wire channels with mixed 2-wire or 4-wire capability
• Latching armature relay design with integrated relay counter
• Eight armature Analog Bus relays (channels 911-914 and 921-924)
• Scanning speed: up to 100 channels/second to internal DMM

Electrical Performance
• Switching voltage: up to 300 V
• Switching current: up to 1 A
• Carry current: up to 2 A
• Bandwidth: 25 MHz
• Thermal offset: less than 3 µV
• Transient overvoltage tolerance: 1000 Vpeak (occasional)
• Current measurement supported via user-provided shunt resistors

Physical & Interface
• 78-pin D-sub connectors for standard cable and mass interconnect solutions
• Plug-in module for 34980A mainframe
• Compact, high-density form factor

– Key Features

• Integrated relay counter for predictive maintenance and switch-life tracking
• Safety Interlock prevents Analog Bus connections without proper termination
• Supports terminal block options for simplified wiring
• Designed for Pollution Degree 1 and Pollution Degree 2 environments

– Compatibility & Integration

The 34922A operates exclusively within the Keysight 34980A ecosystem, accepting standard 78-pin D-sub connectors and optional terminal block configurations. Grounding through the 34980A mainframe AC power connection minimizes shock hazard during operation.