摘要:
A two-terminal circuit element measuring apparatus of the present invention is capable of distinguishing a loose connection between a DUT and the measuring apparatus from a high impedance in the DUT. The measuring apparatus is also capable of measuring the impedance of the DUT without altering the connections between the DUT and the measuring apparatus. The measuring apparatus applies both DC and AC current signals to the DUT so as to compensate any leakage current occurring within the three-wire cable connecting the DUT and the measuring apparatus. Because of the compensation, when both DC and AC current ammeters indicate substantially zero values, it is assured that a loose connection exists.
摘要:
The circuit element being measured is connected to a signal source, a volt meter, a zero detection amplifier and a voltage controlled current source for drawing an electric current through the device to be measured in accordance with the output of the zero detection amplifier. Means are provided for changing the operating point of the zero detection amplifier in response to a measuring condition of the apparatus.