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CapacitanceTestLeadSourceMeterPowerSupply
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Test lead capacitance can interfere with the ability for a source meter or power supply to accurately measure voltage and current, especially at higher frequencies or when measuring small currents.

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Methods to reduce the capacitance of test leads:

  • Reduce test lead length
  • Decrease wire diameter
  • Increase insulation thickness
  • Lower insulation dielectric constant
  • Increase wire separation distance


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