Keysight 34401A Digital Multimeter – Legendary 6½ Digit Bench DMM

The Keysight 34401A Digital Multimeter delivers 6½ digit resolution for precise and stable measurements in laboratory, production, and system applications. It supports 10 essential measurement functions, including DC and AC voltage, DC and AC current, 2- and 4-wire resistance, diode test, continuity, frequency, and period.
With a basic accuracy of 0.0035% for DC and 0.06% for AC, the 34401A ensures reliable measurement performance across a wide range of test conditions. The instrument allows input levels up to 1000 V maximum voltage and 3 A maximum current, making it suitable for general-purpose electronics testing as well as power-related measurements.
Measurement Capability
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6½ digit resolution
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10 measurement functions:
DC/AC voltage, DC/AC current, 2- and 4-wire resistance, diode, continuity, frequency, and period -
Basic accuracy:
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DC: 0.0035%
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AC: 0.06%
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Maximum input voltage: 1000 V
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Maximum input current: 3 A
This makes the 34401A ideal for component testing, calibration tasks, and high-accuracy electrical measurements in quality-critical applications.
System & Automation Performance
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Measurement speed up to 1000 readings/second
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512-reading internal memory
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Compatible with BenchVue Basic software for remote control and data logging
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SCPI command support for seamless integration into automated test systems
Product Status & Migration Path
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The Keysight 34401A was discontinued on December 1, 2016
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Replaced by the next-generation Keysight 34461A Truevolt Series DMM
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Keysight continues to provide standard product support for 5 years
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The 34461A is a 100% drop-in replacement, fully SCPI-compatible with the 34401A, while offering:
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Graphical color display
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Truevolt measurement technology
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LAN, USB, and GPIB connectivity
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Important Notice
Counterfeit versions of this product have been identified in the market. To ensure genuine Keysight quality, performance, and reliability, purchase only from Keysight-authorized distribution partners.
Migrating from the 34401A to a current configuration
Keysight has discontinued the 34401A. Techmaster keeps this page as a specification reference and to support installed units — ISO/IEC 17025 calibration, repair and accessories remain fully available.
According to Keysight’s official product page, the recommended replacement for 34401A is:
Digital Multimeter – Keysight 34461A
available from Techmaster.
Digital Multimeter – Keysight 34465A
available from Techmaster.
Source: Keysight official product page — 34401A (“Replacement Product” section). Contact a Techmaster engineer on 0908 173 345 for migration advice.
Keysight 34401A key features
- 6½ digit resolution
- 10 measurement functions: DC/AC voltage, DC/AC current, 2- and 4-wire resistance, diode, continuity, frequency, period
- Basic accuracy: 0.0035% DC, 0.06% AC
- 1000 V max voltage input, 3 A max current input
Source: official Keysight product page (https://www.keysight.com/us/en/product/34401A/digital-multimeter-6-digit.html)









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