Vektrex™ SpikeSafe DC Current Sources provide reliable, precise, constant current for powering current driven devices. Available as single or multichannel sources, these test instruments are used worldwide in reliability test equipment, burn-in test equipment, ANSI / IES LM-80 test equipment, and other current-driven applications. The table below provides guides the maximum current, maximum compliance voltage, number of source channels and max power selection to meet your test requirement. All models offer individual source channel control and configuration.
All models feature individual channel control, precise current, and high power density. SpikeSafe guarantees accurate current to the ends of long 12m cables simplifying usage when connected to multiple test locations. Use the following table to request a quote for the needed models:
Modular, Scalable
SpikeSafe current sources are easily combined into systems with up to 1,024 current source channels in an electronics cabinet. Scalable, modular design enables easy system expansion for increased capacity. With a full range of SpikeSafe™ current source options, system components, chambers, fixturing, load board designs, cabling and software, Vektrex can provide the ideal testing solution for any size lab – large or small.
Software
Vektrex’s easy-to-use SpikeSafe™ Test and Reliability Software (STARS) controls and monitors sources, loads and thermal control devices during testing. With STARS, long-term reliability and burn-in tests can be automated.
For systems where 8 or fewer source channels are needed, Vektrex-developed Control Panel software application may be used.
Protects Devices
Vektrex’s patented SpikeSafe™ load protection continuously monitors voltage and current patterns and instantly shuts down when anomalies are detected. Rapid shutdown preserves the failed device for analysis, and it protects other devices in the circuit. The result is lower failure counts and improved reliability statistics.
Energy Efficiency
SpikeSafe current sources operate at 98% conversion efficiency. This high efficiency reduces electricity usage and it minimizes the heat released into the laboratory. In addition, the current sources’ high compliance voltage capability and SpikeSafe load protection allow many devices to be tested in one series circuit. This configuration is much more efficient than traditional single device circuits. The net result is lower annual operating cost and lower total cost of ownership.
Worldwide Installation Base
4 out of 5 major LED manufacturers standardize on SpikeSafe Current Sources.
Over 40% of LM-80 laboratories worldwide use SpikeSafe current sources to drive their LEDs, including labs in Germany, China, USA, Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong and Malaysia.