Electrical Characterization
Explore our range of electrical characterization equipment, designed to support everything from quick, routine measurements to advanced, adaptable testing setups. Each piece of equipment, from our micromanipulator to our pre-configured test systems, is engineered for accuracy, reliability, and ease of use, ensuring that you can capture high-quality data with confidence.
By combining precision electronics with user-friendly design, our electrical characterization solutions reduce barriers to measurement, improve workflow efficiency, and integrate seamlessly with a variety of device types and experimental configurations.
Choose Your Electrical Characterization System
Electrical
Test Boards
Range of test boards for measurement and characterization.
Substrates
and Fabrication
Substrates and Fabrication Supplies
Range of substrate and fabrication supplies for thin film devices.
Setting Up Your Electrical Characterization System
When setting up electrical characterization equipment, it is important to ensure safe and secure connection between different components. We supply a range of connectors and adaptors to facilitate the integration of of electrical equipment with your existing system.
The electrical characterization system supplies all the connectors, adaptors and cables needed to set up your system. Most of our electrical equipment comes with at least one suitable cable, but you should check if you need an appropriate adaptor to integrate new equipment with any existing systems.
| Product Code | Diagram | Description | Grounding | Recommended Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Differential Interface |
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BNC-F to SMA-F | Through COM SMA port | Connecting Ossila Micromanipulators to the Ossila Source Measure Unit |
| SMA to Banana Plug |
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Banana-F to SMA-F | Through Force Lo | Connecting Ossila Micromanipulator to Banana plug SMUs |
| Triaxial Adapters (C2022A1) |
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TRB-M to BNC-F | Type 2 | Connecting Triaxial instrument to BNC cable |
| Triaxial Adapters (C2022B1) |
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TRB-F to BNC-M | Type 2 | Connecting Triaxial cable to BNC instrument |
| Triaxial Adapters (C2022C1) |
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TRB-F to BNC-F | Type 2 | Connecting Triaxial cable to BNC cable |
| Triaxial Adapters (C2022D1) |
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TRB-F to TRB-F | Connecting Triaxial cable to Triaxial cable. | |
| Triaxial Adapters (C2022E1) |
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TRB-F to BNC-F | Type 3 | Connecting Triaxial cable to BNC cable (when guard layer of triaxial cable not driven by the instrument) |
| Triaxial Adapters (C2022F1) |
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TRB-M to BNC-F | Type 3 | Connecting Triaxial instrument to BNC cable (guard tied to ground) |
| Triaxial Adapters (C2022G1) |
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TRB-M to SMA-F | Type 2 | Connecting Triaxial cable to SMA cable |
| Triaxial Adapters (C2022H1) |
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TRB-F to SMA-F | Type 2 | Connecting Triaxial instrument to SMA cable |
Electrical Characterization Accessories
Resources and Support
Calculate Sheet Resistance Using the Four-Probe Method
This guide explains the theory behind sheet resistance, an electrical property of thin films of materials, and demonstrates how the four-probe method can be used to measure it.
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How to Measure Sheet Resistance using a Four-Point Probe
This guide gives an overview of how to use the Ossila Four-Point Probe System, as well as some general tips and tricks for measuring sheet resistance.
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Semiconductor Characterization Methods for Materials and Devices
The required characterization methods depend on the type of semiconductor, its intended application, the development stage of the technology and the available deposition techniques.
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Contact Resistance and Lead Resistance in Probe Stations
Minimizing electrical resistance is a key consideration when selecting components for use in probe stations. Lower resistance allows current to flow more easily through the probes to the measurement device, without affecting the measurement itself.
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Connecting the Micromanipulator to the Source Measure Unit
This guide gives an overview of how to use the Ossila Micromanipulators with the Source Measure Unit, as well as some general tips and tricks for getting the most out of sensitive electrical probing measurements.
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SMU Measurements: The Basics, I-V Curves, and Voltage Tracking
Learn how to conduct various SMU measurements such as solar cell I-V curves, external voltage tracking, and basic quick measurements.
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I-V Curves: A Guide to Measurement
An I-V curve (short for 'current-voltage characteristic curve'), is a graphical representation of the relationship between the voltage applied across an electrical device and the current flowing through it.
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OLED Testing Guide
This guide gives you an overview of what to consider when characterizing an OLED, as well as tips for their measurement.
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How to Perform Cyclic Voltammetry on a Polymer using a Potentiostat
Learn how to perform cyclic voltammetry on a polymer with the Ossila Potentiostat.
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Troubleshooting Cyclic Voltammetry and Voltammograms
Cyclic voltammetry is a powerful and versatile electrochemical technique. With modern potentiostats and software packages, the method is relatively straight-forward to perform. Despite this apparent simplicity, there are still a number of things that can go wrong, particularly when setting up the electrochemical cell.
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