Ultra Low Current - ULC & ULC-z - BioLogic
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Ultra Low Current – ULC & ULC-z.

Compatible with ARG option and internal current booster option

Lowers the base current range from 1 μA to 1 pA, making the resolution of the low current option is 80 aA on the 1 pA range.

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Ultra-Low-Current and accurate EIS

BioLogic Ultra-Low Current options (ULC and ULC-z) lower the base current range from 1 μA to 1 pA allowing measurement down to 100 fA. Thanks to its resolution of only 80 aA (on the 1 pA range), these options ensure exceptional precision for ultra-sensitive measurements.
 
Based on a high sensitivity electrometer located at the end of the cable, as close as possible to your sample, you can perform high-impedance EIS measurements with ease and reliability (up to 3 MHz, from 1 TΩ to 1 mΩ).
 
This option is compatible with all Premium Range Potentiostats and is offered in two variations to fit your needs: ULC (standard) and ULC-z (specific EIS measurements).
 
 

Which ULC option should I use for my application?

By default, the standard ULC can be used for both DC and EIS measurements.
 
The ULC-z has been especially designed for the most demanding applications, such as measurements of high impedance coatings, polymers, dielectrics, or capacitive sensors… In these cases, the sample environment can have an impact on the measurement, which could lead to parasitic EIS phase jumps. The ULC-z simplifies these measurements by eliminating the need for shielding or active guarding. While less modular than the standard ULC option, it is specifically designed for EIS measurements on these types of samples.
 
 

Application / setup Recommendation
High impedance coatings ULC-z
Polymers and dielectrics
Sensors (capacitive ones)
Solid electrolytes ULC-z or ULC
Three electrodes setup
Full booster range compatibility
RRDE* ULC
ECN (Electro-Chemical Noise)*
Galvanic corrosion (EVANS diagram)*
Multielectrode measurements*
Permeation*

*more information inside the specification tab.

Main Specifications

Specifications
Additional current rangesUp to 8
Current resolution2, 3, 4, 5
EIS
Impedance range1 TΩ down to 1 mΩ (< 5% 5°)
Frequency range3 MHz down to 10 µHz
Dimensiosn (HxWxD)225 x 320 x 405 mm
EIS Quality Indicators™Yes (THD, NSD and NSR)

Advanced Specifications

SpecificationsULC (standard)ULC-z
Floating optionsFloating, WE to GND, CE to GNDFloating
Permeation (WE to ground)YesNo
Multi-electrode (CE to ground)YesNo
High voltage controlYesNo
Guard connectorYesNo
Ece recordingYesNo (5 leads)
Internal booster compatibilityYes
OEM package compatibilityYesNo