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Fixture Connection
Fixture structure
Background
The standard fixture is a four-wire type (Kelvin 4
wire). The outer terminals (Hforce and Lforce)
provide the current and the inner terminals
(Hsense and Lsense) measures the potential.
Diagram
Description HFORCE
Carries the signal current source.
Connected to the + side of the device
under test.
HSENSE
Together with Lsense, monitors the
Potential. Connected to the + side of
the device under test.
LSENSE
Together with Hsense, monitors the
Potential. Connected to the – side of
the device under test.
LFORCE
Accepts the signal current return.
Connected to the – side of the device
under test.
GND
If the test component has a large
metal area NOT connected to either
of the terminals, connect to the GND
input to minimize noise level.