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1730T
LCR Meter
Instruction Manual
Form 150821/A4
©QuadTech, Inc., 2006
Domestic Sales 800-253-1230
For additional contact information please visit our website
www.quadtech.com
The material in this manual is for informational purposes only and is subject to change, without notice.
QuadTech assumes no responsibility for any error or for consequential damages that may result from the
misinterpretation of any procedures in this publication.
CAUTION
Voltage may be present on front and rear panel terminals. Follow all warnings in this manual when
operating or servicing this instrument. Substantial levels of energy may be stored in capacitive devices
tested by this unit.

Table of Contents

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QuadTech 1730T Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandQuadTech
Model1730T
CategoryMeasuring Instruments
LanguageEnglish

Summary

1730 T LCR Meter Instruction Manual

CAUTION

Voltage may be present on terminals. Follow warnings for operation and servicing.

Warranty

Service Policy

Maintain product repair capability for at least five years after original shipment.

Specifications

Primary Parameters

Details Ls, Lp, Cs, Cp, Rs, Rp, and |Z| measurement ranges.

Measurement Accuracy

Basic LCR accuracy is 0.1%, Basic DQ is ±0.001.

Test Frequency

10 User Selectable Test Frequencies: 50Hz to 100kHz.

Specifications (Continued)

Display and Interfaces

240x64 LCD display, IEEE-488 and Handler interfaces.

Environmental

Operating: 10°C to +40°C, 10-90% RH. Storage: 0°C to +50°C, 10-90% RH.

Accessories

Accessories Included

Lists items included with the instrument such as AC Power Cord and Instruction Manual.

Accessories;Options Available

Lists optional accessories like test fixtures and cable sets.

Safety Precautions

General Safety Instructions

Instructions for safe operation, grounding, lead connection, and avoiding hazards.

Safety Symbols

Safety Icons and Warnings

Explains safety symbols and warning messages like DANGER.

Condensed Operating Instructions

General Information

Describes the 1730T LCR Meter's capabilities and parameters.

Start-Up Procedure

Instructions for powering on the instrument and initial warm-up.

Condensed Operating Instructions (Continued)

Instrument Menus Overview

Illustrates the MEAS DISPLAY screen and menu functions for navigation.

Condensed Operating Instructions (Continued)

Setting Test Parameters

Steps to set test parameters like frequency, voltage, and measurement parameters.

Correction (Zero) Procedure

Procedure to zero test leads using OPEN and SHORT configurations.

Condensed Operating Instructions (Continued)

Connecting to Device Under Test (DUT)

Illustrates connecting the 1730T to a DUT using Kelvin Clips cable.

Making a Measurement

Steps to perform a measurement: Press MEAS DISPLAY, connect DUT, press TRIGGER, record.

Section 1: Introduction

Unpacking and Inspection

Inspect shipping carton and instrument for damage upon receipt.

Product Overview

Details the 1730T LCR Meter's capabilities, parameters, accuracy, and interfaces.

1.3 Controls and Indicators

Front Panel Controls and Indicators

Identifies front panel controls and indicators with their descriptions and functions.

1.3.2 Rear Panel Controls and Connectors

Rear Panel Components

Lists rear panel controls and connectors with their types and functions.

1.4 Installation

Dimensions and Positioning

Provides physical dimensions and recommends optimal viewing angle and airflow.

Power Requirements

Details power source requirements, fuse ratings, and grounding.

1.4.4 Safety Inspection

Fuse Replacement Procedure

Step-by-step guide for replacing the instrument fuse.

Section 2: Operation

Terms and Conventions

Defines measurement unit prefixes, accuracy, and basic terms like Binning and Capacitor.

Operation

Capacitor Definitions

Defines capacitance, capacitive reactance, and related terms.

Current Definitions

Defines AC and DC current.

Operation

Equivalent Circuit Concepts

Explains series and parallel equivalent circuits for DUTs.

Frequency and Ground

Defines frequency and ground reference for measurements.

Operation

Interface Types

Describes Handler, IEEE-488, RS232, and Scanner interfaces.

Test Limits

Defines High Limit and Low Limit for test pass/fail criteria.

Operation

Measurement Performance Characteristics

Defines repeatability, reproducibility, resolution, and source impedance.

Operation

Startup and System Setup

Instructions for startup and accessing SYSTEM SETUP/CONFIG controls.

Operation

VM;IM Display and Constant Source

Configures VM/IM display and constant source impedance settings.

Operation

Averaging, Cable Length, and Beeper

Configures average time, cable length, and beeper loudness.

Operation

Key Lock Function

Locks out front panel operations except TRIGGER key. Can be set ON or OFF.

Operation

Integer Cycle, Contrast, and Sound Mode

Configures integer cycle, display contrast, and audible alarm sound mode.

Operation

Alarm Mode, Handler Mode, and GPIB EOS Code

Configures alarm type, handler mode, and GPIB End of String code.

Operation

GPIB Address, Trigger Delay, and Trigger Edge

Configures GPIB address, trigger delay, and trigger edge selection.

Operation

Link 1320 and Harm Check

Links to 1320 Bias Source and runs instrument status check.

Operation

MEAS DISPLAY Functionality

Describes the MEAS DISPLAY screen and its parameter pages.

Operation

Frequency, Level, and Parameter Selection

Sets test frequency, voltage, and selects primary/secondary measurement parameters.

Operation

Measurement Parameters and DCR

Lists measurement parameters and describes DCR measurement.

Transformer Turns Ratio

Explains transformer turns ratio measurement using test fixture.

Operation

Transformer Test Fixture Connections

Illustrates transformer test fixture and its connection to the LCR meter.

Operation

Range Selection

Selects measurement range as AUTO or HOLD.

Operation

Speed and Accuracy

Programs measurement speed and details accuracy specifications.

Operation

Accuracy Tables

Provides accuracy values for different parameters and voltage levels.

Operation

Accuracy Formulas

Details accuracy formulas for L, C & R, D & Q, and R (ESR, EPR).

Operation

Accuracy Conversion Charts

Presents conversion charts for LC to Z, C to Z, and L to Z.

Operation

DCR and Turns Ratio Accuracy

Provides accuracy formulas for DCR and Turns Ratio.

Operation

Trigger and Bias Voltage Settings

Configures trigger mode and enables/disables DC bias voltage.

Operation

Binning and Compare Functions

Enables/disables binning and compare functions for component sorting.

Operation

Compare Settings Notes

Explains COMPARE settings: ON-VAL, ON-Δ, ON-Δ%.

Bias Current Setup

Connects to 1320 Bias Current Source for external DC bias current.

Operation

Bias Current Control

Enables/disables bias current function and sets current level from external source.

Operation

MAIN INDEX and Binning Setup

Accesses MAIN INDEX for Binning, Compare, Correction and sets binning parameters.

Operation

Bin Set and Bin Count

Views bin counts and configures speed, trigger, and range for binning.

Operation

Binning Methods: Nested and Sequential Limits

Describes sorting components using % tolerance or absolute value limits.

Operation

Storing Test Setups (STORE)

Stores test parameters, bin settings, and compare settings to memory locations.

Operation

Recalling Test Setups (RECALL)

Recalls stored test parameters, bin settings, and compare settings from memory.

Operation

Compare Test Setup

Sets up comparison tests with nominal, high, and low limits.

Operation

Correction Procedure (OPEN;SHORT)

Performs automatic offset for lead/fixture effects (OPEN/SHORT).

Operation

Open Correction Process

Illustrates menus for performing an OPEN correction.

Operation

Short Correction Process

Illustrates menus for performing a SHORT correction.

Operation

Short Correction Instructions

Instructions for performing short correction measurement.

Operation

Connecting to DUT with Kelvin Clips

Illustrates connecting the 1730T LCR Meter to a single DUT using Kelvin Clip Cable.

Operation

Test Fixtures and Leads Overview

Lists available test leads and fixtures with part numbers and figures.

Axial;Radial Component Fixture Connection

Shows connection of the axial/radial component test fixture.

Operation

Axial;Radial Remote Fixture Connection

Shows connection of the axial/radial remote test fixture.

Operation

Component Tweezers Connection

Illustrates connection of component tweezers cable lead set.

Operation

BNC to BNC Cable Sets

Illustrates BNC to BNC test cable lead sets.

Operation

SMD Test Fixture Connection

Illustrates the SMD test fixture and its connection.

Operation

Transformer Test Fixture Connection

Illustrates the transformer test fixture connection.

Operation

Connection to 1320 Bias Current Source

Illustrates connection of the 1730T to the 1320 DC Bias Current Source.

Operation

Measurement Procedure Steps

Steps to verify instrument setup and initiate a test measurement.

Section 3: Interface

IEEE-488 Interface Overview

Details the IEEE-488 interface and its connection.

IEEE-488 Pin Configuration

Shows the IEEE-488 interface pin configuration and designation.

Interface

IEEE-488 Pin Designations Table

Lists IEEE-488 pin designations by pin number, signal name, and function.

Interface

IEEE-488 Function Codes and Messages

Defines IEEE-488 function codes and messages the instrument responds to.

Interface

IEEE-488 Commands Table

Lists IEEE-488 commands accepted by the instrument.

Interface

Status Byte Register Explanation

Explains the 8-bit Status Byte Register and its assignments.

Interface

Standard Event Status Register Explanation

Describes the 8-bit Standard Event Status Register and its assignments.

Interface

Operation Status Registers

Details Operation Status and Questionable Status registers.

Interface

IEEE-488 Command Structure

Illustrates programming commands accepted by the IEEE-488 interface.

Interface

Continued IEEE-488 Commands

Lists IEEE-488 commands for Sense, Source, System, Trigger, and Binning functions.

Interface

IEEE-488 Command Format

Explains the Root format for IEEE-488 commands and parameter syntax.

Interface

Detailed IEEE-488 Commands

Details IEEE commands including format, parameter, return value, and function.

ABORt Command

Terminates a trigger in process and resets the trigger.

Interface

CALCulate1:FORMat Command

Sets or queries the primary measurement parameter.

CALCulate2:FORMat Command

Sets or queries the secondary measurement parameter.

Interface

CALCulate Limit Commands

Commands for beeper condition, state, and limit values.

CALCulate Compare State

Sets or queries if the Compare function is ON or OFF.

Interface

CALCulate Limit Upper and Math Commands

Commands for upper limit, math expressions, and state.

Interface

CALCulate State, Calibration, Data Commands

Commands for VM/IM state, cable length, and nominal data.

Display Commands

Sets or queries the LCD display state and screen/page shown.

Interface

Display Page Control

Sets or queries which screen or page of MEAS DISPLAY is shown.

Fetch Command

Gets measurement results from the INITiate function.

Interface

Format, Initiate, Average, and Correction Commands

Commands for data format, initiation, averaging, and correction procedures.

Interface

Correction Data, Impedance, and Range Commands

Commands for correction data, impedance aperture, and range settings.

Interface

Function Mode Commands

Sets or queries equivalent circuit mode and transformer measurement mode.

Interface

Source, System, and Trigger Commands

Commands for source frequency/voltage, system settings, and trigger control.

Interface

System Status and Control Commands

Commands for system errors, handler, integration, key lock, preset, and version.

Interface

Trigger Delay, Source, and Binning Upper Limit Commands

Commands for trigger delay, source, and setting upper BIN limits.

Interface

Binning Lower Limit and Nominal Commands

Commands for setting lower BIN limits, AUX values, and nominal values.

Binning State and Result Commands

Commands to set Binning function ON/OFF and retrieve binning results.

Interface

Binning Operation Example

Example of programming bin limits for a binning operation.

Interface

Compare Operation Example

Example of programming nominal, high, and low limits for a compare operation.

Interface

Sample IEEE-488 Basic Program

Provides a sample Basic program for the 1730T LCR Meter.

Interface

Handler Interface Overview

Details the Handler interface and its connection via a 50-pin connector.

Handler Interface Pin Configuration

Illustrates the handler interface pin configuration.

Interface

Trigger Function Illustration

Illustrates the trigger function timing.

Interface

Handler Interface to Main Board Connection

Illustrates the handler interface connection to the 1730T main board.

Interface

Handler Interface Input Signals

Illustrates the input signals for the Handler interface.

Interface

External Trigger Connection Example

Illustrates a basic example of an external trigger connection.

Interface

Handler Pins for Binning Operation

Lists pin assignments for handler interface during binning operation.

Interface

Handler Pins for Compare Operation

Lists pin assignments for handler interface during compare operation.

Interface

Bias Voltage Connectors

Details connectors for bias voltage (or current) applications.

Interface

DC Bias Current and Source Impedance Table

Provides DC bias current and source impedance data.

DC Bias Voltage and Source Impedance Table

Provides DC bias voltage and source impedance data.

Section 4: Service & Calibration

General Service Information

Details warranty, quality of materials, and application assistance.

Instrument Return Procedure

Instructions for returning an instrument for service, including RMA number.

Calibration Overview

Describes factory calibration and recommended annual verification.

Service & Calibration

1730 T Verification Procedure

Outlines the procedure to verify the 1730T LCR Meter's performance and accuracy.

Service & Calibration

Verification Measurement Procedure

Details instrument setup and connections for verification standards.

Service & Calibration

1730 T Verification Data Sheet

Provides a data sheet for recording verification measurements for various standards.

Service & Calibration

Inductance and Capacitance Verification Data

Verification data for various inductance and capacitance standards.

Service & Calibration

Capacitance Verification Data (Continued)

Verification data for various capacitance standards (10nF to 100nF).