Elevate Your Testing Game with the Picotest S10 Transient Load Stepper
- Benjamin Dannan

- Jun 1, 2024
- 2 min read
Updated: Nov 14
Are you tired of sluggish transient load solutions that compromise your results? Seeking a game-changer for your power delivery network (PDN) and PCB design Validation challenges? Look no further! 🌟
🚀 Introducing the Picotest P2105A Probe-Based Stepper (S10): Revolutionizing Transient Load Testing!

🔍 What is the Picotest S10 Stepper?
The S10 Stepper from Picotest is a GaN-enabled VRM+PDN Validator with cutting-edge GaN Technology that packs a punch. It's specifically engineered to address the complexities that traditional Electronic Load instruments simply cannot handle. Let’s dive into the details:
🔥 Key Features:
Direct Load Current Control: With the P2105A S10, you’re in the driver’s seat. Fine-tune load profiles with precision.
High-Power Density: This little powerhouse delivers wattage up to 200W peak and <1W average. Voltage range? A whopping 0.8V to 72V!
Speed Demon: Need tight spaces covered? The S10 boasts rapid excitation and fast edge performance for those hard-to-reach spots on the board.
Custom-Designed: Say goodbye to one-size-fits-all. Our single-resistor solution is tailored to your needs.
Applications Galore: Whether it’s power supply testing, VRM/PDN validation, rail noise evaluation, large signal control loop stability testing, or tackling transient load steps (large signal), the P2105A S10 has your back.
❓ What are the main applications for the Picotest S10?
The S10 is used for comprehensive power supply testing, voltage regulator module (VRM) and power delivery network (PDN) validation, power rail noise evaluation, and large signal control loop stability testing.
🔗 Learn More: Explore the S10 and its siblings – the water-cooled probe head stepper and the in-socket load board – supporting different current levels for robust power delivery network analysis.
📈 Why should I choose the S10 over traditional electronic loads?
You should choose the S10 because its GaN technology delivers orders of magnitude faster edge speeds and superior transient response, which is crucial for true PDN and PCB design validation.
Orders of Magnitude Faster: GaN technology means lightning-fast edge speeds.
True PDN Validation: Validate your power distribution network before connecting that pricey processor or digital load.
Repeatable Results: Precise load control for characterizing power rail crosstalk, thermal performance, and EMI, ensuring accurate noise evaluation.
Outperforms Traditional Loads: Leave old-school electronic loads in the dust with superior transient load response.
🔑 Unlock the Power: Get ahead with the S10 – where innovation meets efficiency. Your power delivery network and PCB design validation processes will thank you! 💡
👉 Questions? Don’t Hesitate! Reach out to us – we’re here to help. Let’s elevate your testing game! 🚀
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