Figure 4: Source I configuration
Source I measure I, source V measure V
The System SourceMeter
®
instrument can measure the same function that it is sourcing. For example,
when sourcing a voltage, you can measure voltage. Conversely, if you are sourcing current, you can
measure the output current. For these operations, the measure range is the same as the source
range.
This feature is valuable when operating with the source in compliance. When in compliance, the
programmed source value is not reached, so measuring the source lets you measure the actual
output level.