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Is it hot outside?

Here in the UK we are not used to soaring temperatures and day after day of bright sunshine. However we have been enjoying some lovely weather.

Once it gets above 25°C suffice it to say it is hot!

However if the phrase “It’s Hot” does not describe accurately enough the temperatures you need to measure then maybe our range of Environmental Meters can help.BK720

BK720

The BK720 for example is a dual function meter with both a temperature sensor and humidity sensor housed in its remote wand. The sensors can be placed right where you want them and measure a temperature of up to 60°C!

Phew, now that is hot! Probably about the same temperature as the steering wheel in my car yesterday.

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New Series of Oscilloscopes from BK Precision

BK2563

Great News!

B&K Precision have announced the launch of the new BK2560 Series Digital Storage and Mixed Signal Oscilloscopes.

This series includes 12 models, each with a specification to suit every application.

This performance oscilloscope series features bandwidth up to 300 MHz, 2 and 4-channel configurations, a maximum 2 GSa/s sample rate, a high waveform update rate up to 140,000 wfms/s and a maximum memory depth of 140 Mpts.

The user interface features an 8″ high resolution TFT-LCD display that allows users to see more of their signals more of the time. In addition, the front panel is equipped with a comprehensive set of oscilloscope controls including advanced trigger keys, serial decoding keys and an Auto setup key.

All models are equipped with standard LAN and USBTMC-compliant USB device ports that allow users to program and control the oscilloscopes remotely.

Digital Storage Oscilloscopes

BK2563 70 MHz, 2 GSa/s, 4 Ch Digital Storage Oscilloscope
BK2565 100 MHz, 2 GSa/s, 4 Ch Digital Storage Oscilloscope
BK2566 200 MHz, 2 GSa/s, 2 Ch Digital Storage Oscilloscope
BK2567 200 MHz, 2 GSa/s, 4 Ch Digital Storage Oscilloscope
BK2568 300 MHz, 2 GSa/s, 2 Ch Digital Storage Oscilloscope
BK2569 300 MHz, 2 GSa/s, 4 Ch Digital Storage Oscilloscope

Mixed Signal Oscilloscopes

BK2563-MSO 70 MHz, 2 GSa/s, 4 Ch Mixed Signal Oscilloscope
BK2565-MSO 100 MHz, 2 GSa/s, 4 Ch Mixed Signal Oscilloscope
BK2566-MSO 200 MHz, 2 GSa/s, 2 Ch Mixed Signal Oscilloscope
BK2567-MSO 200 MHz, 2 GSa/s, 4 Ch Mixed Signal Oscilloscope
BK2568-MSO 300 MHz, 2 GSa/s, 2 Ch Mixed Signal Oscilloscope
BK2569-MSO 300 MHz, 2 GSa/s, 4 Ch Mixed Signal Oscilloscope

Have a look at the BK2560 series in our shop.

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New Product Notice – BA6010 Series Battery Analyzers

As official UK partner of B&K Precision for over 15 years, Metrix Electronics Ltd is delighted to offer our customers a series of new battery analyzers ideal for evaluating modern battery technologies during the manufacturing process, incoming inspection and throughout the battery life cycle.

The series features two models, BA6010 and BA6011, which measure battery voltage and internal resistance with high accuracy, resolution, and speed. Model BA6011 supports voltage measurements of battery packs up to 300 V whereas the BA6010 features a 6 V measurement range ideal for battery cell testing. Both models are equipped with an intuitive front panel featuring navigation keys, numerical and function keypads, a USB host port, a 4-terminal input connection and a large 4.3 inch color LCD that displays primary and auxiliary measurement parameters.

Additionally, a number of built-in functions give users added flexibility. For example, a comparator function evaluates measurements against a user specified upper and lower limit for pass/fail (Go/No Go) style testing. A trace function samples and plots the battery primary and secondary measurement readings over a specified time. Also included with both models are RS232 and USB (USBTMC and virtual COM) interfaces for data logging and remote control, a handler interface and an external BNC trigger input to facilitate production automation.

The BA6010 Series is suitable for characterizing battery chemistries including lead acid, lithium and alkaline type batteries used in consumer products, electric vehicles, power backup, security, and alarm systems. Furthermore, these models are reliable, cost-effective solutions.

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BK Precision Announce Battery Test Software Updates

As official UK partner of B&K Precision for over 15 years, Metrix Electronics Ltd is delighted to offer our psu and load customers a helping hand with their battery test work.

The BK Precision Battery Test software, which supports BK9200 and BK9115 Series DC power supplies as well as the BK8600 Series DC Electronic loads, provides a computer-controlled charging and discharging system for a wide range of commonly used batteries. Additionally, the software offers sequencing of charge and discharge cycles, graphing, and data logging functionality.

This free software is very popular with customers and today we are pleased to announce this new release version 1.1.2 includes three new user requested features.

File Append Option
Adds new test data to the end of the last file without overwriting the previous data.

Watts
Calculates and displays the wattage realtime. Watts data can also be used for stop conditions.

Pulse Mode 
This is an experimental mode that makes it easy to set transitions in the electronic load. One application is evaluation of small battery packs used in portable devices. The software helps to simulate sleeping and wake states for battery life studies.