Keysight E36731A Battery Emulator

Overview

The Keysight E36731A is a battery emulator designed to work with PathWave BenchVue software for comprehensive battery profiling and emulation. It enables engineers to analyze battery drain characteristics, perform cycling tests up to 1000 operations, and assess long-term reliability and aging effects in battery-powered devices. The dual-mode design functions as both a precision power supply and electronic load in a single compact unit.

Key Features

• 200W power output with 30V maximum voltage and 20A maximum current
• 14-bit measurement accuracy for detailed drain analysis
• Two-quadrant operation for battery emulation and load testing
• 4.3-inch LCD color display with multiple view modes
• Programmable resistance range up to 1000 ohm
• Dual rotary encoder knobs for voltage and current adjustment
• LAN (LXI Core) and USB connectivity standard; GPIB optional
• Front and rear output terminals with color-coded connections
• Digital I/O for automated test integration
• Advanced functions: datalogging, dynamic load profiles, LIST function

Applications

• Battery-powered mobile device development and validation
• Battery management system (BMS) testing and characterization
• Long-term battery reliability and aging simulation
• Battery capacity and charge/discharge profiling
• Device power consumption optimization

Included Accessories

• AC power cord (country-specific)
• Certificate of calibration
• Detachable front output connector
• Rear output connector with sense leads
• Digital I/O connector