Keysight Technologies
E4980AL Precision LCR Meter
20 Hz to 300 kHz/500 kHz/1 MHz
Providing the best combination of accuracy, speed and versatility
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Keysight’s E4980AL precision LCR
meter provides the best combination
of accuracy, speed, and versatility for a
wide range of component measurements.
Offering fast measurement speed and
outstanding performance at both low and
high impedance ranges, the E4980AL
is the basic tool for general R&D and
manufacturing test of components and
materials.
Fast measurement speed
The E4980AL offers excellent speed:
– 12 ms (SHORT)1
– 118 ms (MED)1
– 343 ms (LONG)1
Accurate measurements
Exceptionally low noise at both low
and high impedance for evaluating the
characteristics of inductors and capacitors
with excellent accuracy and repeatability.
– 0.05% basic impedance accuracy
– 1/2/4m cable extension capability
– Open/Short/Load correction
DC bias
Built-in DC-voltage-bias source provides
accurate bias dependency evaluation for
C, L, and material measurements.
– 1.5 V and 2 V
1. Measurement time at 1 MHz. Supplemental information. For additional details, refer to the E4980A/
E4980AL data sheet (literature number 5989-4435EN).
High-resolution LCD display
Full, 7-digit display and 6
display modes for clear and
easy viewing.
LED status lights
Conveniently view
DC bias and USB
memory status.
Simple and intuitive operation
Easily congure measurements
with soft keys (same interface
as Keysight’s 4284A LCR meter),
one-touch front panel keys and
an intuitive user interface.
USB interface
(memory devices only)
Easily save measurement
states, data logs, and
screen captures to USB
memory devices.
100 µV to 2 Vrms variable test signals
Provides signal levels to evaluate the
AC voltage characteristics of your
devices.
A Standard LCR Meter
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1. Measurement time at 1 MHz. Supplemental information. For additional details, refer to
the E4980A/E4980AL data sheet (literature number 5989-4435EN).
Compact and light weight
Small size for easy transportation
– 370 (W) x 105 (H) x 390 (D) mm
– 5.3 kg (11.7 lb.)
Standard LAN/USB/GPIB interface
Flexible PC connectivity and fast transfer speed
– 10/100 Base-T LAN
– USB (USBTMC) interface
– GPIB for robust instrument control and test
automation External trigger
Key Features
Accurate measurements
Exceptionally low noise at both low and
high impedance to improve test quality.
– 0.05 % basic impedance accuracy
– Open /Shor t /L oad compens ation
support
– Cable extension (1/2/4m) support
Fast measurement speed1
Fast speed provides more throughput
reducing cost of test.
– 12 ms (SHORT)
– 118 ms (MED)
– 343 ms (LONG)
Measurement versatility
– 20 Hz to 300 kHz/500 kHz/1 MHz
test frequency with 4-digit resolution
at any frequency
– 16 impedance parameters
– 100 µV to 2 Vrms, 1 µA to 20 mA
variable test signal
– Auto-level control
– 201 points of programmable list
sweep
– DC resistance
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Broad range impedance
measurements
The E4980AL LCR meter offers
excellent performance for all impedance
measurements.
Reliable measurement performance is
needed to meet the test requirements of
today’s latest devices. The E4980AL offers
fast measurement speed and outstanding
performance within “both” low and high
impedance ranges with exceptional
dissipation factor accuracy.
Stable small ESR/low
impedance measurements
The equivalent series resistance (ESR)
of capacitors is becoming smaller and
smaller to meet high-speed and low
power-consumption circuit needs; and is
difcult to measure. The E4980AL provides
exceptional measurement stability.
Exceptionally accurate, high
impedance measurements
The capacitance values of chip-capacitors
are now down to femto-farad (fF) range.
Thus, very stable and accurate high
impedance measurements are required
for higher yields and design reliability.
Surpassing Agilent’s previous industry-
standard LCR meter (4284A), the E4980AL
further improves measurement stability for
these small capacitance devices.
1. Measurement time at 1 MHz. Supplemental information. For additional details, refer to the E4980A/
E4980AL data sheet (literature number 5989-4435EN).
2. Applied up to 300 kHz/500 kHz/1 MHz for E4980AL.
Accurate, Fast Measurements up to 300 kHz/500 kHz/1 MHz
Accurate measurements provide design and test condence
Figure 1. 10% impedance measurement accuracy range. Test signal 1 Vrms,
MED mode, cable 0m2
Offering the industry’s best
combination of speed and
accuracy
Fast measurement speed
for more throughput in
manufacturing
– 12 ms per point at 1 MHz with
SHORT mode1
– 118 ms per point at 1 MHz with
MED mode1
– 343 ms per point at 1 MHz with
LONG mode1
Average function (up to 256)
Enables users to improve
measurement repeatability.
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Versatile Measurement Capability to Meet your Application Needs
Powerful features increase test reliability and efciency
Figure 2. Select one of six display modes
Figure 3. List sweep mode
Figure 4. DCR measurement
Six convenient display modes
Select one of six display modes to suit your
particular measurement needs.
–Normal view for a data overview
–Large display view for enhanced read-
ability
–BIN No. view for measurement com-
parison and device sorting
–BIN count view for statistical evalua-
tion
–LIST sweep view for continuous data
–Blank page view for ultimate speed
(Turns off display to save refresh
time.)
201 points list sweep
Frequency, measurement range, and
stimulus conditions, can be set as list
parameters (max 201 points). You can
choose two parameters independently
to test under a variety of measurement
conditions.
DC resistance measurement
For inductor measurements, Ls or Lp and
Rdc parameters can be measured at the
same time.
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Support for a wide variety of test
xtures
The E4980AL can be used with over
twenty xtures to meet a variety of
evaluation needs; from materials to SMD
components. Also, built-in compensation
functions minimize the inuence of test
xtures.
USB memory support
The front panel USB memory interface
allows you to quickly and easily save state
les, measurement log data, and display
images to an external USB memory device
(mass storage).
PC connectivity
Standard GPIB/LAN/USB control
interfaces provide a variety of paths for
controlling the instrument. Using a LAN
cable, you can even control the E4980AL
with a computer and Web browser.
Upgradability
Following upgrade options are available.
– E4980ALU-052: 300 kHz to 500 kHz
– E4980ALU-112: 300 kHz to 1 MHz
– E4980ALU-113: 500 kHz to 1 MHz
Refer to the conguration guide for more
details.
Figure 5. The E4980AL LCR meter offers support for a wide variety
of test xtures
Figure 7. The E4980AL LCR meter can conveniently be controlled over LAN with a
computer and a Web browser
Figure 6. Example of use with USB storage device
Exceeding Expectations in Productivity
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Quick Product Comparison
4263B LCR meter (Discontinued) E4980AL Precision LCR meter E4980A Precision LCR meter
Frequency 100, 120, 1 k, 10 k, 20 k, and 100 kHz 20 Hz to 300 k/500 k/1 MHz 20 Hz to 2 MHz
Test signal level 20 m to 1 Vrms 0 to 2 Vrms/0 to 20 mArms 0 to 2 Vrms or 20 Vrms (Option 001) /0 to 20
mArms or 100 mArms (Option 001)
Auto level control (ALC) No Yes Yes
DC bias capability 1.5 V, 2 V Built-in 1.5 V, 2 V 1.5 V, 2 V or ± 40 V (Opt. 001)
Programmable list sweep No 201 points 201 points
Remote control GPIB GPIB, LAN, USB GPIB, LAN, USB
Web browser control No Yes Yes
Interface option Handler None Handler (Option 201) / Scanner (Option 301)
Parameters Impedance, DCR, N, M Impedance, DCR Impedance, DCR (Option 200)
Control commands 4263B unique E4980A/4284A compatible E4980A/4284A compatible
Basic accuracy 0.1% @ Medium 0.1% @ Short
0.05% @ MED/LONG
0.1% @ Short
0.05% @ MED/LONG
Measurement time mode 25 ms Short mode, 65 ms Medium mode 149 ms @ 100 Hz
26 ms @ 1 kHz
12 ms @ 1MHz
Short mode
100 ms @ 100 Hz
20 ms @ 1 kHz
5.6 ms @1 MHz
Short mode
Storage devices Internal Internal/USB memory Internal/USB memory
Cable length 0, 1, 2, 4 m 0, 1, 2, 4 m 0, 1, 2, 4 m
Cabinet dimensions (mm) 320 (W) x 100 (H) x 300 (D) 370 (W) x 105 (H) x 390 (D) 370 (W) x 105 (H) x 390 (D)
Weight 4.5 kg 5.3 kg 5.3 kg
Ordering Information
E4980AL Precision LCR Meter, 20 Hz to 300 kHz/500 kHz/1 MHz
Options
Model Description
E4980AL-032 20 Hz to 300 kHz with DCR Measurement
E4980AL-052 20 Hz to 500 kHz with DCR Measurement
E4980AL-102 20 Hz to 1 MHz with DCR Measurement
For more details on the option conguration, refer to the E4980A/E4980AL conguration
guide (literature number 5989-8321EN).
Upgrade options
Model Description
E4980ALU-052 Upgrade from 300 kHz to 500 kHz for E4980AL-032
E4980ALU-112 Upgrade from 300 kHz to 1 MHz for E4980AL-032
E4980ALU-113 Upgrade from 500 kHz to 1 MHz for E4980AL-052
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