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Shorter test time on the 8588A/8558A high-speed digital platform
enables you to increase throughput, improve yield and realize a
greater return on your investment. The 8588A/8558A digitizes to
memory at 200 nanoseconds per reading and delivers 4.5 digit data
to a PC via USB, Ethernet and GPIB at 100,000 readings per second.
Fast, high resolution data capture gives you the quantity and
quality of information you need to make timely, correct decisions
affecting system throughput and efficiency.
The 8558A features a 5 mega-sample digitizing rate with up to 20 MHz analog bandwidth, making it the first and only instrument on the market that can characterize extremely low level transient signals at 18-bit resolution. This capability makes it easier to debug designs, uncover anomalies and perfect your devices under test for use in real life environments.
Inserting a new instrument into a tightly synchronized system can
create overhead and incompatibility. The 8558A’s digital platform
includes common connectivity interfaces plus precise triggering
that lets it digitize, integrate and transfer data to anywhere in
the system for analysis, with minimal obstruction and the highest
reliability.
Key feature and specification comparison | 8558A | 8588A |
DC voltage | 100 mV – 1000 V | 100 mV – 1000 V |
AC voltage | 10 mV – 1000 V, 1 Hz – 10 MHz | 10 mV – 1000 V, 1 Hz – 10 MHz |
Resistance, LoI, HV | 1 Ω - 10 GΩ | 1 Ω - 10 GΩ |
DC current | 10 uA – 2 A | 10 uA – 30 A |
AC current | 10 uA – 2A, 1 Hz to 100 kHz | 10 uA – 30 A, 1 Hz to 100 kHz |
Digitize V | 100 mV - 1000 V, 5 MSamples/s, up to 20 MHz BW | 100 mV - 1000 V, 5 MSamples/s, up to 20 MHz BW |
Digitize I | 10 uA - 2 A, 5 MSamples/s, up to 4 MHz BW | 10 uA - 30 A, 5 MSamples/s, up to 4 MHz BW |
Frequency (V, I, BNC) | 1 Hz to 10 MHz, 1 Hz to 100 kHz, 10 Hz to 100 MHz | 1 Hz to 10 MHz, 1 Hz to 100 kHz, 10 Hz to 100 MHz |
Temperature | PRT / Thermocouple (ext CJC) | PRT / Thermocouple (ext CJC) |
Capacitance | No | 1 nF – 100 mF |
RF power | No | R&S NRP Series |
Ext. dc current and ac current | No | A40B current shunt and other shunts |
Graphical display | Yes | Yes |
Visual Connection Management ® | Yes | Yes |
Programmable front/rear input switching | Yes | Yes |
Ratio difference, deviation - ohms, voltage | Yes | Yes |
External 10 MHz ref clock, 50 Ω/Hi-Z | Yes | Yes |
A40B and other shunt asset management | No | Yes |
GPIB 488.2, Ethernet, USB TMC | Yes | Yes |
SCPI command compatibility | Yes | Yes |
3458A emulation, 8508A emulation | Yes | Yes |
Memory | 15 million | 15 million |
Level and other trigger | Yes | Yes |
FFT onboard | No | Yes |
Reading rates: 5 MS/s into memory, bus: 100 kS/s at 4.5 digits, 1 rdg/s at 8.5 digits | Yes | Yes |
Function | 8558A uX/X of reading + uX/X of range | 8588A uX/X of reading + uX/X of range | ||||
95% | 99% | 95% | 99% | |||
DC voltage | 10 V | relative | 4.0 + 0.06 | 5.2 + 0.08 | 2.7 + 0.05 | 3.5 + 0.06 |
absolute | 4.1 + 0.06 | 5.3 + 0.08 | 2.8 + 0.05 | 3.6 + 0.06 | ||
AC voltage | 10 V, 1 kHz | relative | 80 + 10 | 103 + 13 | 60 + 5 | 77 + 6.5 |
absolute | 90 + 10 | 116 + 13 | 64 + 5 | 83 + 6.5 | ||
Resistance | 10 kΩ | relative | 10 + 0.6 | 13 + 0.7 | 7 + 0.5 | 9 + 0.6 |
absolute | 10.3 + 0.6 | 13.3 + 0.7 | 7.2 + 0.5 | 9.2 + 0.6 | ||
DC current | 1 mA | relative | 9 + 5 | 12 + 6 | 6.5 + 4 | 8.4 + 5 |
absolute | 9.8 + 5 | 13 + 6 | 7.6 + 4 | 10 + 5 | ||
AC current | 1 mA, 1 kHz | relative | 300 + 100 | 387 + 129 | 250 + 50 | 323 + 65 |
absolute | 310 + 100 | 400 + 129 | 260 + 50 | 335 + 65 | ||
Frequency | 1 kHz | relative | N/A | N/A | 0.5 | 0.5 |
Temperature | PRT 100 Ω | relative | ± 5 mK | ± 5 mK | ± 5 mK | ± 5 mK |
Capacitance | 1 uF | relative | N/A | N/A | 400 + 100 | 516 + 129 |
absolute | N/A | N/A | 406 + 100 | 523 + 129 |
Bench Multimeter Selection Guide | |||
Model | Resolution | Accuracy | Application |
8588A | 8.5 | 2.7 µV/V 95% confidence level, 1 year relative accurac | Metrology |
8558A | 8.5 | 4.0 µV/V 95% confidence level, 1 year relative accuracy | High-Speed Automation |
8845A/8846A | 6.5 | Basic V dc accuracy of up to 0.0024 % | Bench |
8808A | 5.5 | Basic V dc accuracy of 0.015 % | Bench |
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Q: What delivery methods do you use, and what is the delivery time?
A: We ship via EMS, DHL, FedEx, UPS, and TNT with tracking numbers.
Delivery typically takes 4-7 business days.
Q: How are duties and taxes handled?
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Q: What are your payment terms?
A: We require 100% T/T payment before shipment.
Q: How can I ensure the quality of products purchased
internationally?
A: We work with reputable suppliers and conduct thorough inspections
before shipping. Warranties are available for most products—please
check for specific terms.
Q: What should I do if my shipment is delayed?
A: Check the tracking information provided. If there are delays,
contact us or the carrier directly for updates.
Q: Do you offer discounts for bulk orders?
A: Yes, discounts may be available for bulk purchases. Please contact
us to discuss your specific requirements.