Course

Power Supply and Electronic Load Basics

Course
9 items

This course will help you gain a better theoretical understanding of the following concepts.

Learn:

How power supplies work
Electronic loads and their uses
RP7900 Series, B2961B Low Noise Power Source, B2962B Low Noise Power Source, N6705C DC Power Analyzer, RP7900 Regenerative Power Supply

Lessons

Lesson 1 - Introduction - Power Supply and Electronic Load Basics

An overview of the course and the benefits of learning the basics of power supplies, electronic loads and source/measure units (SMUs) for various applications.

Lesson 2 - Power Supply Fundamentals

A demonstration of how switching and linear power supplies work and their relative advantages and disadvantages for different scenarios.

Lesson 3 - Electronic Loads and their Applications

A demonstration of how electronic loads can simulate various load conditions and test devices that store or convert energy, such as batteries, solar panels, and converters.

Lesson 4 - Multi-Quadrant Power Supplies and SMUs

A demonstration of how multi-quadrant power supplies and SMUs can operate as both sources and sinks of power and measure voltage and current simultaneously.

Lesson 5 - Summary and Additional Resources

A summary of the main points and takeaways from the course, as well as some additional resources and tips for further learning.

Technical Overviews

Power Products Solutions Selection Guide

Keysight system and benchtop DC power supplies have been powering innovation for over 50 years, helping engineers design, test, and manufacture the products that change the way we work and play.

Application Notes

The Power Handbook

The intent of this handbook is to provide a “one-stop-shop” for basic information on power-related topics, and it incorporates information from many of our application notes.