Agilent/Keysight CX1214A

The Agilent/Keysight CX1214A is a resistive sensor head engineered for precise dynamic current measurement in conjunction with the Keysight CX1104A selectable shunt current sensor. This component delivers flat frequency response across its operational bandwidth, enabling accurate characterization of low-level current waveforms in electronic circuits and devices. The calibrated shunt design minimizes parasitic effects while maintaining measurement repeatability in R&D, quality control, and manufacturing environments.

– Technical Specifications

• Maximum Dynamic Current: 3 A
• Shunt Resistance: 53 mΩ (calibrated, typical)
• Insertion Resistance: 53 mΩ (including calibrated shunt resistor)
• Bandwidth: 20 MHz
• Frequency Response: Flat response to 20 MHz without significant fluctuations or frequency derating

– Key Features

• Enables accurate dynamic current measurements from low signal levels
• Calibrated shunt resistor minimizes measurement uncertainty
• Low insertion resistance reduces circuit loading effects
• Includes 5 pairs of short wire pieces for rapid connection and measurement setup
• Compatible with standard banana cables via banana adapter (bundled with CX1104A)

– Typical Applications

• Power electronics characterization and validation
• Battery management system testing and analysis
• Semiconductor device dynamic current profiling
• Low-level current waveform acquisition in complex circuits
• Manufacturing process quality control and functional validation

– Compatibility & Integration

The CX1214A integrates directly with the Keysight CX1104A selectable shunt current sensor platform. It connects to oscilloscopes and other measurement instruments through the CX1104A interface, enabling seamless integration into existing test systems and automated measurement workflows.