Connecting 2 Parallel Power Supply Channels to Double Output Current
Application Notes
Every Keysight Technologies, Inc. power supply comes with a specific output voltage range and output current range. However, sometimes the need for higher output power arises. To achieve the required output voltage or current, one will either look for an alternative model power supply or connect multiple power supplies. The latter approach is risky and may damage the device under test (DUT) if not set up correctly. This application note describes how Channel 1 and Channel 2 of a Keysight U8032A triple output DC power supply can be connected in parallel to produce up to 6 A. It should be noted that steps in this application note also apply to the Keysight U8031A power supply to produce up to 12 A.