In September 2010, Keithley Instruments entered into an agreement to be acquired by the Danaher Corporation, a conglomerate based in Washington, D.C., for $21.60 per share. Following the acquisition, Keithley Instruments was merged with Tektronix, Inc., which had previously been acquired by Danaher in 2007. Today, Keithley Instruments operates wholly as a brand under Tektronix.
Keithley, an esteemed brand renowned for its precision instrumentation, partners with Farnell to offer a wide range of cutting-edge electronic solutions. With a focus on accuracy, reliability, and advanced technology, Keithley products are designed to meet the demanding needs of engineers, researchers, and technicians. Keithley’s extensive portfolio encompasses various instruments, including digital multimeters, source measurement units (SMUs), power supplies, signal generators, data acquisition systems, and more. Whether you’re working on complex research projects, testing electronic components, or developing innovative designs, Keithley’s instruments provide the precision and versatility required for success.
Keithley Instruments, Inc., a subsidiary of Tektronix, specializes in designing, developing, manufacturing, and marketing sophisticated electronic instruments and systems tailored to the unique requirements of electronics manufacturers. With over 70 years of experience, Keithley offers a comprehensive range of products, totaling around 500, used for sourcing, measuring, connecting, controlling, or communicating direct current (DC) or pulsed electrical signals. Their clientele includes scientists and engineers across the global electronics industry involved in various fields such as 3D sensing, advanced materials research, semiconductor device development and fabrication, and the production of end products like portable wireless devices.