Description
Product Overview
The verified specification set for the Keysight B2987C covers display resolution: 6½ digits, current measurement range: 0.01 fA to 20 mA, minimum current range: 2 pA, maximum acquisition speed: 20,000 readings/s, and display: 4.3-inch color LCD. As a battery powered electrometer/high resistance meter, it is suited to low-current and high-resistance measurement, with related use in materials research and semiconductor and sensor characterization. It is part of the B2980C Series Femto/Picoammeters and Electrometers. Exact options, interfaces, accessories, calibration scope, and regional availability depend on the ordered configuration and should be confirmed before purchase.
Key Features
- Display resolution: 6½ digits.
- Current measurement range: 0.01 fA to 20 mA.
- Minimum current range: 2 pA.
- Maximum acquisition speed: 20,000 readings/s.
- Display: 4.3-inch color LCD.
- Communication interface: LAN, USB, GPIB.
Technical Specifications
| display resolution | 6½ digits |
|---|---|
| Current measurement range | 0.01 fA to 20 mA |
| Minimum current range | 2 pA |
| Maximum acquisition speed | 20,000 readings/s |
| Display | 4.3-inch color LCD |
| Communication interface | LAN, USB, GPIB |
| battery powered | Supported |
| Highest resistance measurement | 10 PΩ |
| Voltage measurement range | 1 µV to 20 V |
| Voltage measurement input resistance | > 200 TΩ |
| Built-in voltage source | up to 1000 V |
| Charge measurement | Supported |
Typical Applications
- Low-current and high-resistance measurement
- Materials research
- Semiconductor and sensor characterization
Selection Notes
Evaluate whether the Keysight B2987C meets the application by comparing display resolution (6½ digits) and current measurement range (0.01 fA to 20 mA). In addition, check the current, charge, voltage and resistance ranges, input burden, noise floor, guarding, cabling, and fixture requirements. Confirm regional availability, calibration scope, included items, and delivery requirements before ordering.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Keysight B2987C?
The Keysight B2987C is a battery powered electrometer/high resistance meter intended for professional test and measurement applications.
What are key specifications of the B2987C?
Key verified specifications include display resolution: 6½ digits and current measurement range: 0.01 fA to 20 mA. Review the full table for model-specific details.
Can Hoyu Instruments quote a configured Keysight B2987C?
Yes. Supply the required options, interfaces, accessories, calibration scope, quantity, and destination so Hoyu Instruments can prepare a configuration-specific quotation.




