Keysight Technologies

34450A Multimeter
5.5 Digit Dual Display, Benchtop DMM

Data Sheet
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Features

Achieve throughput breakthrough

–– Fast reading speed of up to 190 readings/sec
–– 0.015% DCV accuracy Turbo charge your production line with the
–– Multiple connectivity options – USB 2.0, Serial Interface (RS-232) and GPIB 34450A digital multimeter. With its fast
–– 11 measurement functions; DC voltage & current, True RMS AC voltage & current, speed of up to 190 readings per second
2- and 4-wire resistance, frequency, continuity, diode test, capacitance and you can now increase your manufacturing
temperature throughput tremendously. Get highly
–– Ultra-bright OLED with dual display capability accurate, repeatable and trustworthy
–– Up to 50,000 memory points for data logging measurements with the 0.015% DCV
–– Built-in Histogram function accuracy designed to meet general
–– With Fluke 45 and Fluke 8808A code compatibility industrial and educational needs.

Figure 1. Bright OLED display for excellent viewing experience when making measurements.
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Intuitive and multipurpose device Fast 190 readings/sec and 5.5 digit OLED dual display Input terminals
0.015% DCV accuracy to help allows clear and quick view
The 34450A is an intuitive and easy to you achieve throughput on measurements
use tool that provides a wide range of breakthrough
measurement functions such as DC voltage,
DC current, True RMS AC voltage and AC
current, 2-wire and 4-wire resistance,
frequency, diode test, continuity,
capacitance and temperature. Simplify
your day-to-day task with up to 50,000
memory points, allowing you to capture
and log up to 14 hours of data. Built-in
with histogram
and basic statistical functions, you can
now do simple data analysis within the
unit itself. With its ultra-bright OLED
dual display, different measurements can
be performed ensuring you get the right
readings at first glance.

More flexibility with multiple 11 measurement functions; Built-in math functions

DC voltage & current, True RMS
connectivity AC voltage & current, frequency,
Up to 50,000 memory points for data
Multiple connectivity options such as USB continuity, diode test,
logging and histogram function
capacitance and temperature
2.0, Serial Interface (RS-232) and GPIB
port provides greater flexibility to connect
DMM to a PC for data access and retrieval
for analysis. With the option to connect to
a PC, this enables the 34450A to work with
Keysight Connectivity software and can be Multiple choices of connectivity and trigger Kensington lock to better
controlled remotely via SCPI commands or in/out capability for production data analysis secure the unit
Command Expert. The IVI-COM driver is
also included to ensure an easy integration
with different programming environments.

Easy migration
Upgrading your obsoleted DMM is made
easy with minimal changes to test program.
To ensure both forward and backward
compatibility, the 34450A includes SCPI,
Fluke 45 or Fluke 8808A commands.
Experience a quick, easy and painless
migration as it allows you to quickly
transfer your existing test programs on
the Keysight 34450A.
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Specifications

DC specification Specifications are for 90 minutes warm-up time, slow

mode, and calibration temperature within 18 °C - 28 °C
Table 1. DC accuracy ± (% of reading + % of range)

Function Range1 Test current or Input 1 year Temperature coefficient

burden voltage impedance 23 °C ± 5 °C 0 °C - 18 °C
28 °C - 55 °C
DC voltage 100.000 mV — 10 MΩ or > 10 GΩ 0.018 + 0.008 0.0020 + 0.0008
1.00000 V — 10 MΩ or > 10 GΩ 0.015 + 0.005 0.0015 + 0.0008
10.0000 V — 10 MΩ 0.015 + 0.005 0.0020 + 0.0008
100.000 V — 10 MΩ 0.015 + 0.005 0.0020 + 0.0008
1000.00 V — 10 MΩ 0.015 + 0.005 0.0020 + 0.0008
Resistance 100.000 Ω 1 mA — 0.050 + 0.008 0.0060 + 0.0008
(2-wire)2 1.00000 kΩ 500 μA — 0.050 + 0.008 0.0060 + 0.0005
10.0000 kΩ 100 μA — 0.050 + 0.005 0.0060 + 0.0005
Resistance (4-wire)2
100.000 kΩ 10 μA — 0.050 + 0.005 0.0060 + 0.0005
1.00000 MΩ 1 μA — 0.060 + 0.005 0.0060 + 0.0005
10.0000 MΩ 100 nA — 0.250 + 0.005 0.0250 + 0.0005
100.000 MΩ 100 nA/10 MΩ — 2.000 + 0.005 0.3000 + 0.0005
DC current 100.000 μA < 0.02 V — 0.05 + 0.015 0.007 + 0.0015
1.00000 mA < 0.2 V — 0.05 + 0.007 0.007 + 0.0010
10.0000 mA < 0.02 V — 0.05 + 0.015 0.008 + 0.0015
100.000 mA < 0.2 V — 0.05 + 0.007 0.008 + 0.0010
1.00000 A < 0.2 V — 0.10 + 0.015 0.012 + 0.0015
10.0000 A < 0.6 V — 0.25 + 0.007 0.015 + 0.0010
Continuity 3 1000 Ω 0.5 mA — 0.05 + 0.03 0.005 + 0.005
Diode test 4
1.0000 V 0.5 mA — 0.05 + 0.03 0.005 + 0.005
Notes on specifications:
1. 20% over range on all ranges except 1000 VDC and 10 A range.
2. Specifications are for 4-wire Ω or 2-wire Ω using NULL function. If without NULL function, add 0.2 Ω additional error.
3. Continuity thresholds is fixed at less than 10 Ω
4. Specifications are for the voltage measured at the input terminals only.
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AC specifications Specifications are for 90 minutes warm-up time, slow

mode, and calibration temperature within 18 °C - 28 °C
Table 2. AC Accuracy ± (% of reading + % of range)

Function Range1 Frequency 1 year Temperature coefficient

23 °C ± 5 °C 0 °C - 18 °C
28 °C - 55 °C
True RMS AC voltage2 100.000 mV 20 Hz – 45 Hz 1.0 + 0.1 0.02 + 0.02
45 Hz – 10 kHz 0.2 + 0.1 0.02 + 0.02
10 kHz – 30 kHz 1.5 + 0.3 0.05 + 0.02
30 kHz – 100 kHz3 3.0 + 0.3 0.10 + 0.02
1.00000 V to 750.00 V 20 Hz – 45 Hz 1.0 + 0.1 4
0.02 + 0.02
45 Hz – 10 kHz 0.2 + 0.1 0.02 + 0.02
10 kHz – 30 kHz 1.5 + 0.3 0.05 + 0.02
30 kHz – 100 kHz 3
3.0 + 0.3 5
0.10 + 0.02
True RMS AC current 2
10.0000 mA to 10.0000 A 20 Hz – 45 Hz 1.5 + 0.1 0.02 + 0.02
45 Hz – 1 kHz 0.5 + 0.1 0.02 + 0.02
1 kHz – 10 kHz 6
2.0 + 0.2 0.02 + 0.02
Notes on specifications:
1. 20% over range on all ranges except ACV 750 V and ACI 10 A
2. Specifications are for sine-wave inputs more than the 5 % of range except 750 V range. Input signal must be more than 50 Vrms for 750 V range.
Maximum crest factor of 3 at full scale. Input impedance is 1 MΩ in parallel with capacitance less than 120 pF, AC couple with up to 400 DCV
3. Additional error to be added as frequency > 30 kHz and signal input < 10% of range. 30 kHz to 100 kHz: 0.003% of full scale per kHz
4. For input < 200 V rms
5. For input < 300 V rms
6. Frequencies > 5 kHz are typical for all ranges

Table 3. Frequency Accuracy ± (% of reading + 3 counts)

Function Range1 Frequency 1 year Temperature coefficient

23 °C ± 5 °C 0 °C - 18 °C
28 °C - 55 °C
Frequency 100.000 mV to 750.00 V1 20 Hz – 300 kHz 2 0.02 + 3 0.005
10.0000 mA to 10.0000 A 20 Hz – 10 kHz 3
0.02 + 3 0.005
Notes on specifications:
1. The frequency can be measured up to 1 MHz as 0.5 V signal to 100 mV/1 V ranges.
2. 10% of range to full scale input on all ranges except where noted. 100 mV range specifications are for full scale or greater inputs.
For inputs from 10 mV to 100 mV, multiply total % of reading error by 10.
3. 10% of range to full scale input on all ranges except where noted. 10 mA range specifications are for full scale or greater inputs.
For inputs from 1 mA to 10 mA, multiply total % of reading error by 10.

Table 4. Frequency resolution

Function Range Frequency Resolution

Frequency 100.000 mV to 750.00 V 1
119.999 Hz 0.001 Hz
1.19999 kHz 0.00001 kHz
11.9999 kHz 0.0001 kHz
119.999 kHz 0.001 kHz
1.19999 MHz 0.00001 MHz
1. The frequency can be measured up to 1 MHz as 0.5 V signal to 100 mV/1 V ranges.
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Temperature and capacitance specifications Specifications are for 90 minutes warm-up time, slow
mode, and calibration temperature within 18 °C - 28 °C
Table 5. Temperature and capacitance accuracy ± (% of reading + % of range)

Function Range1 Probe type or test current 1 year Temperature coefficient

23 °C ± 5 °C 0 °C - 18 °C
28 °C - 55 °C
Temperature – 80.0 °C to 150 °C 5 kΩ thermistor probe Probe accuracy + 0.2 °C 0.002 °C
– 110.0 °F to 300.0 °F 5 kΩ thermistor probe Probe accuracy + 0.4 °F 0.0036 °F
Capacitance 1.000 nF 100 nA — —
10.00 nF 100 nA 1 + 0.5 0.02 + 0.001
100.0 nF 1.0 μA 1 + 0.5 0.02 + 0.001
1.000 μF 1.0 μA 1 + 0.5 0.02 + 0.001
10.00 μF 10 μA 1 + 0.5 0.02 + 0.001
100.0 μF 100 μA 1 + 0.5 0.02 + 0.001
1.000 mF 0.5 mA 1 + 0.5 0.02 + 0.001
10.00 mF 1.0 mA 2 + 0.5 0.02 + 0.001
Notes on specifications:
1. 20% over range on all ranges.
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Operating specifications
Table 6. Operating specifications on single display (approximate)

Function Resolution Function Range change Auto range Reading rate/sec4

change (sec)1 (sec)2 (sec)3 USB GPIB Serial
ACV Slow (5.5) 2.6 2.5 4.6 1.9 1.9 1.9
Med (4.5) 1.2 1.2 1.5 19 19 19
Fast (4.5) 1.1 1.1 1.2 160 99 33
DCV Slow (5.5) 1.3 1.3 1.6 1.7 1.7 1.7
Med (4.5) 0.6 0.7 0.8 49 49 24
Fast (4.5) 0.6 0.7 0.7 190 117 34
2-wire Ω Slow (5.5) 1.2 1.3 1.6 1.4 1.4 1.4
Med (4.5) 0.4 0.5 0.6 49 49 24
Fast (4.5) 0.4 0.5 0.5 165 110 32
4-wire Ω Slow (5.5) 1.2 1.4 1.9 1 1 1
Med (4.5) 0.6 0.6 1.1 5.2 5.3 4.7
Fast (4.5) 0.6 0.6 1 5.9 5.9 5.3
Frequency 5
Slow (5.5) 2.1 2.1 2.6 0.9 0.9 0.9
Med (4.5) 1.2 1.2 1.7 0.9 0.9 0.9
Fast (4.5) — — — — — —
ACI Slow (5.5) 2.6 2.6 6.2 1.9 1.9 1.9
Med (4.5) 1.2 1.2 1.7 19 19 33
Fast (4.5) 1.1 1.2 1.3 160 99 33
DCI Slow (5.5) 1.3 1.3 1.9 1.7 1.7 1.7
Med (4.5) 0.6 0.7 0.9 49 49 24
Fast (4.5) 0.6 0.7 0.7 190 116 36
Diode 4.5 0.1 — — 190 117 38
Continuity 4.5 0.1 — — 165 111 33
Temperature 4.5 0.5 — — 4.2 4.2 3
Notes on specifications:
1. Time to change from 2-wire resistance to this specified function and to take at least one reading using SCPI “FUNC” and “READ?” commands.
2. Time to change from one range to the next higher range and to take at least one reading using SCPI “FUNC” and “READ?” commands.
3. Time to automatically change one range and to take at least one reading using SCPI “CONF AUTO” and “READ?” commands.
4. Number of measurements using SCPI “READ?”command when front panel display is off using “DISP OFF” command.
5. Reading rate depends on signal frequency ≥ 20 Hz.
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Supplemental measurement specifications

Table 7. Supplemental measurement specifications

Specification measurement Specification

DC voltage Measuring method: Sigma delta A-to-D converter
Input resistance: > 10 GΩ ± 2% range (Selectable 100 mV, 1 V ranges)
10 MΩ ± 2% range (typical)
Input protection: 1000 V on all ranges (HI terminal)
Resistance Measurement method: 2-wire or 4-wire Ohms
Open circuit voltage: Limited to < 2.8 V
Input protection: 1000 V on all ranges (HI terminal)
DC current Shunt resistance: 1 Ω for 10 mA, 100 mA
90 Ω for 100 μA, 1 mA
0.01 Ω for 1 A, 10 A
Input protection: Externally accessible at rear panel 0.4 A, 500 V fuse for I terminal
Internal 11 A, 1000 V fuse for 10 A terminal
Continuity/diode test Measurement method: Uses 0.5 mA ± 0.2% constant current source
Response time: –– Continuity: 165 samples/second with audible tone
–– Diode: 190 samples/second with audible tone
Continuity threshold: 10 Ω fixed
Input protection: 1000 V (HI terminal)
Temperature Measurement method: 2-wire Ohms measurement of 5 kΩ thermistor sensor
(YSI 4407) with computer conversion
Auto-ranging measurement, no manual range selection
Input Protection: 1000 V (HI terminal)
Measurement noise rejection CMR (Common mode rejection) DC 140 dB
For 1 kΩ unbalance LO lead AC 70 dB
NMR (Normal mode rejection) Slow mode 5½ digits 90 dB
For 60 Hz (50 Hz) ± 0.1% Medium mode 4½ digits 55 dB
Fast mode 4½ digits 0 dB
AC voltage Measurement method: AC coupled true-rms – measures the AC component with up to 400 VDC bias
any range
Crest factor: Maximum 3:1 at full scale
Input impedance: 1 MΩ ± 2% in parallel with < 100 pF of all ranges
Input protection: 750 V rms on all ranges (HI terminal)
AC current Measurement method: DC coupled to the fuse and current shunt, AC coupled true rms measurement
(measures the AC component only)
Shunt resistance: 1 Ω for 10 mA, 100 mA
0.01 Ω for 1 A, 10 A
Input protection: Externally accessible at rear panel 0.4 A, 500 V fuse for I terminal
Internal 11 A, 1000 V fuse for 10 A terminal
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Table 7. Supplemental measurement specifications (continued)

Specification measurement Specification

Frequency Measurement method: Reciprocal counting technique. AC coupled input using AC voltage function.
Signal level: 10% of range to full scale input on all ranges except where noted.
Auto or manual range selection
Gate time: 0.1 second or 1 period of the input signal.
Input protection: 750 V rms on all ranges (HI terminal)
Math functions Null, dBm, dB, Min/Max/Avg, hold, limit test
Data log Info, list, histrogram
Triggering and memory Samples per trigger: 1 to 5,000 (typical), 1 to 50,000 (optional)
Trigger delay: 0 to 3600 sec (100 us step size)
Trigger out 3.3 V logic output
Polarity: Negative pulse
Pulse width: Approximately 3 μs
Non-volatile memory 50,000 readings
Sample timer Range: Up to 3600 sec in 100 μs steps
Remote interface USB 2.0 Standard, GPIB IEEE-488 (Optional)
Programming language SCPI-1994.0, IEEE-488.2
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General characteristics
Table 8. General Characteristics

Specification measurement Specification

Power supply –– 100 V/120 V(127 V)/220 V(230 V)/240 V ± 10%
–– AC line frequency 45 Hz - 66 Hz and (360 Hz - 440 Hz, 100/120 V operation)
–– Automatically sensed at power -on
Power consumption 45 VA maximum, < 11 W average
Operating environment Full accuracy to 80% RH for 0 °C to 30 °C (non-condensing)
Full accuracy to 40% RH for 31 °C to 55 °C (non-condensing)
Altitude up to 3000 meters
Storage compliance –40 °C to 70 °C
Safety compliance –– IEC 61010-1:2001/EN 61010-1:2001 (2nd Edition)
–– Canada: CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010 -1 -04
–– USA: ANSI/UL std No. 61010-1:2004
Measurement category CAT II, 300 V: CAT I 1000 Vdc, 750 Vac rms, 2500 Vpk transient over voltages, Pollution degree 2
EMC compliance Certified to IEC61326-1: 2005/EN61326-1:2006
CISPR 11:2003 / EN 55011:2007 Group 1 Class A
Canada: ICES/NMB-001:Issue 4, June 2006
Australia/New Zealand: AS/NZS CISPR 11:2004
Shock and vibration Tested to IEC/EN 60086-2
Dimension (HxWxD) Rack: 88.5 mm x 212.6 mm x 272.3 mm
Bench: 103.8 mm x 261.1 mm x 303.2 mm
Weight 3.75 kg (8.27 lb.)
Warm up time 90 minutes
Warranty 3 year

Dimensions
Standard shipped accessories
–– Test lead set
–– Power cord
–– USB interface cable
–– Quick Start Guide
–– Product Reference CD
–– Keysight IO Library Suite CD-ROM

Upgradable options
261.1 mm
–– 3445GPBU - GPIB connectivity
upgrade
–– 3445MEMU - 50,000 memory
points upgrade for data logging
103.8 mm

303.2 mm
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Keysight optional accessories:

34138A test lead set 34191A 2U dual flange kit:

secures the instrument to the front of the
rack. This kit can be used with the 34194A
dual lock link kit to mount two half-width,
2U height instruments side-by side.

E2308A thermistor temperature probe 82350B PCI high-performance GPIB

interface card

10833A/B/C/D/F/G GPIB cable in

various lengths (0.5 m, 1 m, 2 m, 4 m,
0.5 m, 6 m and 8 m)
82357B USB/GPIB interface high-speed
34194A dual lock link kit:
USB 2.0
recommended for side-by-side combina-
tions and includes links for instruments of
different depths. This kit can be used with
the 34191A 2U dual flange kit to mount
two half-width, 2U height instruments
side-by-side.

34190A rackmount kit:

designed for use with only one instrument,
mounted on either the left or the right side
of the rack.
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