Keithley 2306-LAN Dual-Channel Battery Simulator

Overview

The Keithley 2306-LAN is a dual-channel battery simulator designed for development and testing of portable, battery-operated devices. It combines a battery-simulator channel that can sink current with a charger-simulator channel, enabling comprehensive testing of battery management circuits and device performance under real-world battery conditions. The instrument features an integrated LAN communication interface for remote operation and programming.

Key Features

• Dual-channel design: one channel simulates battery output, the other simulates charger circuit
• Ultrafast response to transient load currents with variable output resistance
• 15V / 5A output per channel (0-15V adjustable)
• Pulse peak, average, and baseline current measurements
• 100 nA DC current sensitivity with current step measure function
• Sink capability up to 3 A for simulating discharged battery conditions
• Open sense lead detection for circuit protection
• Built-in digital voltmeter
• LAN communication via RJ-45 connector for remote control

Applications

• Testing mobile phones and cellular components
• Development and validation of cordless telephones and portable radios
• Battery management circuit design and testing
• Charge control circuit performance verification
• Portable device RF transmission testing under simulated battery load