RESISTANCE METER RM3542A

High-Speed Resistance Meter Ideal for Automated Lines; Compatible with Super-Small Electronic Components

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RM3542-51

Hioki DC resistance meters measure a broad range of resistance values at a high level of precision. The RM3542A delivers high-speed and high-stability measurements and improved productivity by minimizing variations and reducing contact errors. In addition, the low-impact measurement technology lets you measure resistance for miniature 008004-size electronic parts.

RM3542A Resistance Meter Introductory Video

Key Features

Applied voltage limit function lets you switch the detection voltage to 5 V or less
Contact improvement function suppresses rush current to aid in probing of super-small components
Extensive selection of measurement ranges ensures the right detection voltage and delivers stable measurement
Scaling function corrects for mounting state and test stage differences

Model No. (Order Code)

RM3542-50
RM3542-51	Built in GP-IB interface

Test fixtures are not supplied with the unit. Please select an optional test fixture when ordering.

Gently measure minuscule electronic components (0201 size) with functionality for limiting the applied voltage

By limiting the voltage that is applied during measurement to 5 V or less, the RM3542A makes it possible to measure 0201-size components that have low rated voltages without stressing the parts.

Ensure reliable contact quickly with the contact improvement function

The RM3542A improves contact with measurement specimens by eliminating oxide films and dirt between the probes and specimens. By addressing faulty contact, the instrument facilitates stable measurement and reduces the contact error rate, boosting productivity.

Utilize a more evolved contact improvement function in low-power measurement

The RM3542A allows contact improvement to be used in a broader range of situations, for example testing of compact ferrite beads and minuscule, 0201-size resistors, by limiting the inrush current that flows to the measurement specimen during operation of the function.

Use the scaling function to correct measurements as if the target component were mounted

The RM3542A’s scaling function can correct for the difference in resistance values that are obtained when testing a given component alone and when it is mounted on a circuit board (due to the factors such as the effects of probing position). This feature is useful when testing low-resistance current-sensing resistors such as shunts.

Basic specifications

Accuracy guaranteed: 1 year

Resistance range	[at Low Power OFF] 100 mΩ range (Max. 120.0000 mΩ, 0.1 μΩ resolution) to 100 MΩ range (Max. 120.0000 MΩ, 100 Ω resolution), 16 steps [at Low Power ON] 1000 mΩ range (Max. 1200.000 mΩ, 1 μΩ resolution) to 1000 Ω range (Max. 1200.000 Ω, 1 mΩ resolution), 6 steps
Display	Monochrome graphic LCD 240 × 64 dot, white LED backlight
Measurement accuracy	[with SLOW mode, at 100 mΩ range] ±0.015 % rdg. ±0.002 % f.s. [with SLOW mode, at 1000 Ω range] ±0.006 % rdg. ±0.001 % f.s. (best case)
Testing current	[at 100 mΩ range] 100 mA DC to [at 100 MΩ range] 100 nA DC
Open-terminal voltage	20 V DC max. (with applied voltage limit function enabled: max. 10 V DC)
Sampling rate	FAST, MEDIUM, SLOW, 3 settings
Measurement times	[at 100 Ω /1000 Ω ranges, with Low Power OFF] FAST: 0.9 ms, MED: 3.6 ms, SLOW: 17 ms (minimum time)
Integration time	0.1 ms to 100.0 ms, or 1 to 5 PLC at 50 Hz, 1 to 6 PLC at 60 Hz Note: PLC = one power line cycle (mains wave-form period)
Other functions	Comparator (compare setting value with measurement value), Delay (set to allow for mechanical delay of trigger input and probing, or set to allow for measurement object response), Applied Voltage Limit Function, Scaling Function, OVC (offset voltage compensation), Measurement fault detection, Probe short-circuit detection, Improve contact, Auto-memory, Statistical calculations, Settings monitor (when using two instruments, a difference in settings causes warning notification), Retry, Trigger function. etc,.
Interfaces	RS-232C, Printer, GP-IB (Model RM3542-51)
External I/O	Trigger, Hold input, Comparator output, Settings monitor terminal
Power supply	100 to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, 30 VA max.
Dimensions and mass	260 mm (10.24 in) W × 88 mm (3.46 in) H × 300 mm (11.81 in) D, 2.9 kg (102.3 oz)
Included accessories	Power cord ×1, EXT. I/O male connector ×1, Instruction manual ×1, Operation guide ×1

Probe and Test fixtures (4)

4-TERMINAL PROBE 9140-10

Cable length 1 m (3.28 ft), DC to 200 kHz, impedance characteristics of 50 Ω, 4-terminal pair configuration, measurable conductor diameter: ø0.3 (0.01 in) to 5 mm (0.20 in)

SMD TEST FIXTURE IM9100

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• Direct-connection testing
• Test SMDs with electrodes on the bottom
• DC to 8MHz（Can be measured up to 10 MHz, when combined with the special order model IM3536-01）
• Measurable sample sizes: Metric (Inch): 0402 (01005), 0603 (0201), 1005 (0402)

SMD TEST FIXTURE 9263

Direct connection type, DC to 8 MHz（Can be measured up to 10 MHz, when combined with the special order model IM3536-01）, Test sample dimensions:1 mm (0.04 in) to 10 mm (0.39 in)

TEST FIXTURE 9262

Direct connection type, DC to 8 MHz（Can be measured up to 10 MHz, when combined with the special order model IM3536-01）, measurable conductor diameter: ø0.3 (0.01 in) to 2 mm (0.08 in)