MFT Calibrator 4010

sku Product SKU:  MFT-4010

The MFT 4010 Series delivers the versatility of a calibrator and the convenience of HART communications in one handheld unit.

Users can view up to four measurements simultaneously on the high resolution LCD or compare HART PV and AO values to corresponding values measured by the NIST traceable MFT. Available modules include differential, gauge, vacuum and absolute pressure as well as temperature and voltage/current. A voltage and current meter is integral to the base unit. All HART field devices can be configured, polled and trimmed using HART communications. Device Specific commands for supported devices are included with the MFT.

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MFC5150 HART® Communicator

sku Product SKU:  MFC5150

The MFC5150 HART® Communicator is the latest addition to Meriam’s product line of calibrators and communicators. Available in ATEX (intrinsically safe) and Non-ATEX models, the MFC5150 directly reads Device Descriptions without any translations or subscriptions, enabling communication to take place with any registered or unregistered HART® device…ensuring your HART® transmitter will connect, regardless of brand or model. The MFC5150 is built on the SDC-625 infrastructure and runs Windows CE. With a 1GHz processor and an 4GBMicro SD card, the communicator is ideal for all of your data storage needs. The 4.3 inch touchscreen provides excellent anti-glare viewing, allowing for comfortable use in darkness or in bright sunlight. All functions are easily navigated via the full QWERTY keyboard and intuitive icons similar to that of a smart phone. There are also hyperlink menu paths, teachable device specific shortcuts, instant on, multiple languages, help context, video’s and TAB access to panes just like on a computer.

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GB Gas Booster

sku Product SKU:  FCL-GB

GB Gas Boosters are intended as high pressure source for calibration and test systems (i.e. high pressure gas controller/calibrators and piston gauges)

• Hands free and self regulating package - can be mounted out of the way (under a bench or behind a partition)
• Two high pressure output ranges:
  - GB-75: pressure up to 10,000 psi(70 MPa)
  - GB-K-152: pressure up 15,000 psi (103 MPa)

Both models include a pneumatically driven, piston type, self-cycling gas booster. The gas booster boosts a lower pressure, generally supplied from a bottle (2 MPa [300 psi] minimum), to higher pressure. The booster is powered by drive air. The high pressure output is equal to the drive air input times the boosting ratio of 75 or 152. The high pressure output is connected to the SUPPLY port of a GPC1 or other system to which high pressure gas is to be supplied.

Both gas booster models include a drive air control kit and interconnecting tubing. The kit is on a bracket that can be mounted at a convenient location remote from the booster itself.

GB-75 and GB-152 are gas boosters with control kits intended to be used to provide a very high pressure gas supply to systems using a Fluke Calibration GPC1 High Pressure Gas Controller and other high gas pressure test and calibration systems.

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PressCal Software

sku Product SKU:  FCL-PressCal Software

PressCal is a menu driven software program for pressure calculation and certificate generation using a deadweight tester as the pressure source. This software has been developed as a flexible working tool to make calibrations quicker, easier and more accurate. PressCal allows users to apply all necessary corrections (local gravity, pressure head, temperature, etc.) to enhance the performance of the deadweight tester. Calibration details are then stored and/or automatically inserted into a calibration certificate.

• Menu-driven, easy-to-use software
• Maintain multiple deadweight tester files
• Pressure equivalent calculations with all corrections applied
• Automatic generation of calibration certificates
• Pre-loaded calibration data
• Twelve pressure units
• Windows 95 or higher running on a 486 PC (minimum)

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PicoScope 4262

sku Product SKU:  PIC-4262

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Microchip Technology 9611B

sku Product SKU:  MIC-9611B-02

The 9611B switch and distribution system is an intelligent switching, monitoring and distribution system, packaged in a 1U rack-mount chassis.
The 9611B can be set up to distribute a wide range of signal formats; low noise sine waves, IRIG timecodes or pulse formats from either one of two inputs to all twelve outputs. The 9611B allows the user to deploy one model type to support multiple signaling formats which lowers support and logistics costs.
The 9611B provides for both manual and auto-switching signal distribution. When in auto-switching mode, the 9611 will detect any input or output failure based on the signal type being propagated. In the Auto mode, any input failure causes the unit to switch from Primary to Secondary source. Alarms will be indicated by all user interfaces including the front panel and Command Line Interface

 User Interfaces 

The 9611B is controlled through two user interfaces: front panel controls and indicators, and a command line interface (CLI) over a RS-232 serial port connection. 

Front Panel Controls and Indicators 

The 9611B processes two signal inputs (A and B). Either input may be designated primary and the other as secondary. In auto mode, the unit will automatically switch from primary to secondary in the event that the primary input fails. There are three push buttons (input A, auto, and input B) that allow the input mode to be selected. Pressing input A or input B will force the selected input to be sent to all channels to use the selected input. Pressing auto will activate the automatic switchover mode. The twelve LEDs, numbered one through twelve, are either green to indicate that the channel signal is present and active or red to indicate that the channel signal has failed.

 When any alarm (A, B, or 1–12) is set, the alarm indicator turns from green (normal) to red (alarm). Once the failure is remedied, the alarm can be deactivated by pressing the alarm pushbutton, or issuing a command over the CLI. If the alarm is cleared, all alarm indicators return to the normal green color. 

Command Line Interface 

The 9611B instrument has a serial port interface. Communication between the instrument is achieved by running a communications program on a PC and connecting the RS-232 serial ports of the PC and 9611B through a serial cable.

 Certifications 

• CE (compliant with RoHS 3 with Exemptions 
• Emissions tests: EN 55032:201/AC:2013; KN 55032:2012; CISPR 32:2012; FCC Part 15 Subpart B (per ANSI C63.4:2014); Industry Canada ICES-003 Issue 6, January 2016; VCCI V-3/2015.04 and V-4/2012.04, A-0125, for a Class A Device; AUS/NZ. 
• Immunity tests: EN 55024:2010; KN 55035:2012; CISPR 24:2010 

Safety 

• UL: 62368-1 
• CSA C22.2 NO. 62368-1 
• IEC/EN 62368-1 

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5698-25 Working Standard SPRT

sku Product SKU:  FCL-5698-25

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MFC-CB Control Box

sku Product SKU:  FCL-MFC-CB

GAS MASS FLOW CONTROLLER AND FLOW METER CONTROL BOX

MFC-CB is a compact and versatile, stand alone unit for setting and reading analog mass flow controller (MFC) and mass flow meter (MFM) instruments. Its front panel keypad and display make it suitable for manual, bench top operation. It also integrates into automated, computer controlled systems using its RS-232 or IEEE-488 interface.

MFC-CB is the standard analog voltage and current setting and measuring component in Fluke Calibration molbox RFM™ flow calibration systems. It can also be useful as a stand alone device in a variety of measurement and test systems that use an analog mass flow controller or mass flow meter.

MFC-CB is a stand alone control unit for setting and reading voltage and current to and from MFCs and MFMs on two channels simultaneously. An optional MFC Switchbox allows switching between up to five devices on each channel that can all be continuously powered.

A 4 x 4 keypad and 2 x 20 character display support local operation. Standard RS-232 and IEEE-488 interfaces allow remote communication. An additional RS232 interface (COM2), is available for pass through communications to another device.

Current measurements are made by dropping the voltage over a precision 250 ohm resistor.

The set point output is automatically corrected based on an independent sense line measurement at the device being set.

MFC-CB uses MFC profiles as a convenient way to support advanced features. MFC profiles specify electrical signal and flow range allowing MFC-CB to support set point entry and measurement display in electrical, % FS or flow units. In addition, two units of measure can be displayed simultaneously and the sum, difference and ratio of the two control channels can be determined. MFC gas conversion factors can also be entered and applied automatically.

• Set and read gas mass flow controller and mass flow meter instruments
• Set and read 0 to 5 V or 4 to 20 mA on two (2) channels simultaneously
• Complete front panel local control and remote operation via RS-232 and IEEE-488 interfaces
• Includes advanced features such as two (2) channel sum, difference and ratio
• Displays in V, mA, % FS and flow units
• Handles gas conversion (K) factors automatically
• Switch each channel between five (5) channels using an MFC Switchbox™
• Common look, feel and protocol with other molbloc/ molbox™ flow products
• Compatible with COMPASS® for molbox software to set up automated molbloc/molbox based flow systems

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PG9607 Piston Gauge

sku Product SKU:  FCL-PG9607

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Fluke Calibration 5901 Triple Point of Water Cells

sku Product SKU:  FCAL-5901

Must-have, primary temperature standards

• Easy-to-use, inexpensive standard with uncertainty better than ± 0.0001 °C
• Four sizes and two shells (glass and quartz) to choose from
• Isotopic composition of Vienna Standard Mean Ocean Water

The triple point of water (TPW) is not only the most accurate and fundamental temperature standard available, it’s also one of the least expensive and simplest to use.

Water cells are essential!

Triple point of water cells fill four critical purposes. First, they provide the most reliable way to identify unacceptable thermometer drift between calibrations—including immediately after a calibration if the thermometer has been shipped. Interim checks are critical for maintaining confidence in thermometer readings between calibrations. Second, they provide a critical calibration point with unequaled uncertainties.

Third, for users who characterize probes using ratios (that is, they use the ratios of the resistances at various ITS-90 fixed points to the resistance of the thermometer at the triple point of water, indicated by “W"), interim checks at the triple point of water allow for quick and easy updates to the characterizations of critical thermometer standards, which can be used to extend calibration intervals.

And lastly, the triple point of water is where the practical temperature scale (ITS-90) and the thermodynamic temperature scale meet, since the triple point of water is assigned the value 273.16 K (0.01 °C) by the ITS-90 and the Kelvin is defined as 1/273.16 of the thermodynamic temperature of the triple point of water.

Good triple point of water cells contain only pure water and pure water vapor. (There is almost no residual air left in them.) When a portion of the water is frozen correctly and water coexists within the cell in its three phases, the “triple point of water" is realized. Fluke Calibration water cells achieve this temperature with expanded uncertainties of less than 0.0001 °C and reproducibilities within 0.00002 °C.

In simple terms, water cells are made from just glass and water, but there’s much more to it than that!

For starters, that’s not just any water in there.

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Fluke Calibration 6270A

sku Product SKU:  FCAL-6270A

The Fluke Calibration 6270A Pressure Controller / Calibrator is a robust, reliable solution that lets you dramatically simplify the task of pneumatic pressure calibration. Thanks to its modular design, it is so flexible that it can be configured to meet a wide variety of needs and budgets, and expanded to cover a very broad workload, at purchase or later as your needs change and grow.

The 6270A pressure calibrator is ideal for pressure sensor manufacturers who want to avoid downtime on the production line and need a pressure source that performs both quickly and accurately. Its modular design makes it easy to maintain; its high-speed control and accuracy over a wide range give these manufacturers the throughput they require.

Managers and technicians in calibration laboratories and instrument shops appreciate the 6270A calibrator’s control precision and accuracy over a wide pressure range, which enables them to calibrate a wide range of devices with a single calibrator. They also like the contamination prevention option that provides an important safeguard against that pervasive hazard.

The 6270A is easy to learn and use, thanks to a graphical user interface and an intuitive hardware design.

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Fluke Calibration 7312 Triple Point of Water Maintenance Bath

sku Product SKU:  FCAL-7312

Keep your cells up and running reliably for weeks at a time

• Maintains TPW cells for up to six weeks
• Optional immersion freezer for simple cell freezing
• Independent cutout circuit protects cells from breaking

Maintain two triple point of water cells for weeks in a Fluke Calibration 7312 temperature bath or maintain Gallium cells for your fixed point calibrations. This temperature bath can be used as a calibration bath from –5 °C to 110 °C.

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Microchip Technology BlueSky GNSS Firewall

sku Product SKU:  MIC-BlueSkyGNSSFirewall

Protects GNSS Systems against spoofing and jamming threats

The vulnerability of GNSS systems to various signal incidents is well documented. The rapid proliferation of GNSS systems has embedded these vulnerabilities into critical national infrastructure as well as corporate infrastructures that rely on GNSS-delivered position, navigation and timing (PNT) for daily operations. The widespread deployment of GNSS makes it impractical to replace all fielded GNSS systems in a timely or cost-effective manner.

Netscout HS Series for Test Lab Automation

sku Product SKU:  NET-HS-Series

With the HS-3200 for Test Lab Automation, you can automate your lab with speeds up to 100GbE. And it supports all your different media types – including Multimode and Single Mode, and DAC and AOC, all in a single chassis that integrates seamlessly into your test environment.

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Netscout OS Series for Test Lab Automation

sku Product SKU:  NET-OS-Series

Netscout Specta2

sku Product SKU:  NET-Specta2

Requirements for testing communications systems have never been more diverse. With applications moving to the cloud, traditional test labs are evolving to adapt to a cloud-native environment while maintaining effective lifecycle testing.

Spectra2 is used to test cloud-native 5G core networks and traditional VoIP, IMS, WebRTC and PSTN networks and applications.

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Midtronics DCA-8000 Dynamic Diagnostic Charging System

sku Product SKU:  MID-DCA-8000

Midtronics products are designed to meet a variety of battery and electrical system service requirements, but selected features on individual products may make them a better fit for your unique service applications. This product is particularly well-suited for these battery management processes: warrant management, service diagnostics, vehicle arrival inspection, pre-delivery inspection and lot management.

Using the built in 300A (optional 500A) load, DCA-8000 mimics a start event and then charges the battery to verify the battery can support advanced vehicle system applications like start-stop. This enables DCA-8000 to more accurately judge true battery condition.

Combined with Conductance Profiling™, DCA-8000 ensures service readiness for emerging vehicle systems, battery types, and new points of battery failure.

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Ametek Mx Series

sku Product SKU:  AME-MX-Series

The California Instruments MX Series consists of multiple high power AC and DC power systems that provide controlled AC and DC output for ATE and product test applications.

This high power AC and DC test system covers a wide spectrum of AC and DC power applications at an affordable cost. Using state-of-the-art PWM switching techniques, the California Instruments MX series combines compactness, robustness and functionality in a compact floor-standing chassis, no larger than a typical office copying machine. This higher power density has been accomplished without the need to resort to elaborate cooling schemes or additional installation wiring. Simply roll the MX15, MX22.5, MX30, or MX45 unit to its designated location (using included casters), plug it in, and the MX series is ready to work for you.

Simple Operation
The MX Series can be operated completely from its menu driven front panel controller. A backlit LCD display shows menus, setup data, and read-back measurements. IEEE-488, RS232C, USB and LAN remote control interfaces and instrument drivers for popular ATE programming environments are available. This allows the MX Series to be easily integrated into an automated test system.

For advanced test applications, the programmable controller version offers full arbitrary waveform generation, time and frequency domain measurements, and voltage and current waveform capture.

Configurations
The MX15 delivers up to 15 kVA of single phase output. The MX22.5, MX30 and MX45 deliver up to 22.5 kVA, 30 kVA and 45 kVA, respectively. These operate using single or three phase output in AC or AC+DC mode. In DC mode, 50% of the AC power level is available.. On MX-P models, AC+DC mode is also supported.

For higher power requirements, the MX90 and MX135 models are available. Multi cabinet MX45 systems always operate in three phase output mode. Available reconfigurable MX90 and MX135 models (-MB designation) provide
multiple controllers which allow separation of the high power system into two or three individual MX45 units for use in separate applications. This ability to reconfigure the system provides an even greater level of flexibility not commonly found in power systems.

Product Evaluation and Test
Increasingly, manufacturers of high power equipment and appliances are required to fully evaluate and test their products over a wide range of input line conditions. The built-in output transient generation and read-back measurement capability of the MX Series offers the convenience of a powerful, and easy to use, integrated test
system.

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Ametek RS Series

sku Product SKU:  AME-RS-Series

The RS Series consists of multiple high power AC and DC power systems that provide controlled AC and DC output for ATE and product test applications.

This high power AC and DC test system covers a wide spectrum of AC and DC power applications at an affordable cost. Using state-of-the-art PWM switching techniques, the RS series combines compactness, robustness and functionality in a compact floor-standing chassis, no larger than a typical office copying machine. This higher power density has been accomplished without the need to resort to elaborate cooling schemes or additional installation wiring. Simply roll the RS unit to its designated location (using included casters), plug it in, and the RS series is ready to work for you.

Simple Operation
The RS Series can be operated completely from its menu driven front panel controller. A backlit LCD display shows menus, setup data, and read-back measurements. IEEE-488, RS232C, USB and LAN remote control interfaces and instrument drivers for popular ATE programming environments are available. This allows the RS Series to be easily integrated into an automated test system. For advanced test applications, the programmable controller version offers full arbitrary waveform generation, time and frequency domain measurements, and voltage and current waveform capture.

Configurations
The RS90 delivers output up to 90kVA in AC mode and 65% of rated power in DC and AC+DC mode.

For higher power requirements, the RS180, RS270, RS360, RS450 and RS540 models are available. Available reconfigurable RS models (-MB designation) provide multiple controllers which allow separation of the high power system into up to six individual RS90 units for use in separate applications. This ability to reconfigure the system provides an even greater level of flexibility not commonly found in power systems.

Product Evaluation and Test
Increasingly, manufacturers of high power equipment and appliances are required to fully evaluate and test their products over a wide range of input line conditions. The built-in output transient generation and read-back measurement capability of the RS Series offers the convenience of a powerful, and easy to use, integrated test system.

Regenerative, bidirectional “Green” Power Solution

The RS Series features the ability to both source and sink current, i.e. bi-directional current flow. The RS amplifier is designed to reverse the phase relationship between the AC input

Avionics
With an output frequency range to 819 Hz (or 905 Hz with -HF option), the RS Series is well suited for aerospace applications. Precise frequency control and accurate load regulation are key requirements in these applications. The available IEEE-488 remote control interface and SCPI command language provide for easy integration into existing ATE systems. The RS Series eliminates the need for several additional pieces of test equipment, saving cost and space. Instrument drivers for popular programming environments such as National Instruments LabView™ are available to speed up system integration.

Regulatory Testing
As governments are moving to enforce product quality standards, regulatory compliance testing is becoming a requirement for a growing number of manufacturers. The RS Series is designed to meet AC source requirements for use in compliance testing such as IEC 61000, 3-2, 3-3, 3-11, 3-12, to name a few.

Choice of voltage ranges
The RS Series includeds 150V and 300V line to neutral. These models provide 3 phase output capability of 260 Vac or 520 Vac line to line respectively.

For applications requiring more than 300 V L-N (or 520 V L-L), the optional -HV output transformer provides an additional 400 V L-N and 693 V L-L output range for use in AC mode only.

High Crest Factor
With a crest factor of up to 3.6, the RS Series AC source can drive difficult nonlinear loads with ease. Since many modern products use switching power supplies, they have a tendency to pull high repetitive peak currents. The RS90 can deliver up to 720 Amps of repetitive peak current (150 V AC range) per phase to handle high crest factor three phase loads.

Remote Control
Standard RS232C & USB IEEE-488 along with optional LAN remote control interfaces allow programming of all instrument functions from an external computer. The popular SCPI command protocol is used for programming.

Application Software
Windows® application software is included. This software provides easy access to the power source's capabilities without the need to develop any custom code. The following functions are available through this GUI program:

• Steady state output control (all parameters)
• Create, run, save, reload and print transient programs
• Generate and save harmonic waveforms
• Generate and save arbitrary waveforms
• Measure and log standard measurements
• Capture and display output voltage and current waveforms
• Measure, display, print and log harmonic voltage and current measurements [iX only]
• Display IEEE-488 or RS232C bus traffic to and from the AC Source to help you develop your own test programs.

1. Requires PC running WindowsXP™ or Windows 2000™ / 2007.

Harmonic Waveform Generation
Using the latest DSP technology, the RS Series programmable controller is capable of generating harmonic waveforms to test for harmonics susceptibility. The Windows Graphical User Interface program can be used to define harmonic waveforms by specifying amplitude and phase for up to 50 harmonics. The waveform data points are generated and downloaded by the GUI to the AC source through the remote interface. Up to 200 waveforms can be stored in nonvolatile memory and given a user defined name for easy recall.

All RS Series configurations offer three phase waveform generation, allowing independent phase anomalies to be programmed. It also allows simulation of unbalanced harmonic line conditions.
 

Arbitrary Waveform Generation
Using the provided GUI program or custom software, the user also has the ability to define arbitrary AC waveforms. The arbitrary waveform method of data entry provides an alternative method of specifying AC anomalies by providing specific waveform data points. The GUI program provides a catalog of custom waveforms and also allows real-world waveforms captured on a digital oscilloscope to be downloaded to one of the many AC source's waveform memories. Arbitrary waveform capability is a flexible way of simulating the effect of real-world AC power line conditions on a unit under test in both engineering and production environments.

RS Series - AC and DC Transient Generation
The RS Series controller has a powerful AC and DC transient generation system that allows complex sequences of voltage, frequency and waveshapes to be generated. This further enhances the RS's capability to simulate AC line conditions or DC disturbances. When combined with the multiphase arbitrary waveform capabilities, the AC and DC output possibilities are truly exceptional. Transient generation is controlled independently yet time synchronized on all three phases. Accurate phase angle control and synchronized transient list execution provide unparalleled accuracy in positioning AC output events.

Transient programming is easily accomplished from the front panel where clearly laid out menu's guide the user through the transient definition process.

RS Series - Measurement and Analysis
The RS Series is much more than a programmable AC, DC or AC+DC power source. It also incorporates an advanced digital signal processor based data acquisition system that continuously monitors all AC source and load parameters. This data acquisition system forms the basis for all measurement and analysis functions. These functions are accessible from the front panel and the remote control interface for the RS Series.

Conventional Measurements [All controllers]
Common AC and DC measurement parameters are automatically provided by the data acquisition system. These values are displayed in numeric form on the front panel LCD display. The following measurements are available: Frequency, Vrms, Irms, Ipk, Crest Factor, Real Power (Watts), Apparent Power (VA) and Power Factor.

Harmonic Analysis
The RS Series provides detailed amplitude and phase information on up to 50 harmonics of the fundamental voltage and current (up to 16 kHz). Harmonic content can be displayed in both tabular and graphical formats on the front panel LCD for immediate feedback to the operator. Alternatively, the included GUI program can be used to display, print and save harmonic measurement data. Total harmonic distortion of both voltage and current is calculated from the harmonic data.

Waveform Acquisition
The measurement system is based on real-time digitization of the voltage and current waveforms using a 4K deep sample buffer. This time domain information provides detailed information on both voltage and current waveshapes. Waveform acquisitions can be triggered at a specific phase angle or from a transient program to allow precise positioning of the captured waveform with respect to the AC source output. The front panel LCD displays captured waveforms with cursor readouts. The included GUI program also allows acquired waveform data to be displayed, printed, and saved to disk.

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Ametek AC eLoad - 3091LD

sku Product SKU:  AME-AC-eLOAD-3991LD

The 3091LD is designed to provide precisely controlled, non-linear loads for testing AC power generation equipment such as UPS’s and AC sources. In addition, any active or passive current carrying devices such as switches, circuit breakers, fuses, connectors and power semiconductors can be tested. Traditionally, many of these products are tested using resistive load banks. This approach does not simulate real-world conditions such as switching DC/AC converters found in many AC powered products. This type of conventional testing does not fully exercise the equipment under test (EUT) under worst case operating conditions. High peak currents and low power factor loads can significantly impact the operating characteristics of a UPS or AC power product. The 3091LD AC Load can simulate high crest factor and variable power factor load conditions. This provides an effective method of testing AC products against real-world conditions and can significantly increase product reliability. Unless properly exercised, product defects may go undetected until a unit is used at a customer site, resulting in costly field returns.

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Ametek PLA

sku Product SKU:  AME-PLA

Traditional DC Electronic Load Solutions are bulky and large in size. Most are offered with standard voltage, current and power ratings. In the ATE world, rack space is a highly coveted asset and application demands are constantly diversifying with new technology development.

AMETEK Programmable Power's PLA Series of “Air-cooled” DC Electronic Electronic Loads offers the industry’s smallest footprint, the highest power density and current rating, along with the broadest selection of high voltage models on the market. PLA models are capable of being custom-tailored to meet your application requirements.

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Ametek Spacecraft Power Bus Simulator

sku Product SKU:  AME-SPBS

Features
Bus simulator includes BPMU and SPU

• Provides enhanced measurement and data-logging of up to 40 channels.
• Bus Power Monitoring Unit (BPMU) can be easily relocated to TVAC chamber to ease cabling complications
• Data can be viewed either in spreadsheet or graphical format
• Spacecraft (Payload) Protection Unit (SPU) provides 10 μsec reaction to out-of-tolerance conditions

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Ametek Power Special Test Equipment (PSTE)

sku Product SKU:  AME-PSTE

The Elgar Power Special Test Equipment (PSTE) provides programmable DC power, and programmable loading, to the electrical systems of satellites for system functional testing.

There are several key benefits of the PSTE. First, it is a complete turnkey system that is capable of operating locally through a simple GUI interface or remotely via a host computer as a single Ethernet address. The spacecraft engineer who defines the spacecraft power bus limits, cabling scheme, mode simultaneity matrix, and system behavior based upon limit conditions implements the real intelligence of the system. From this definition, operating procedures can be generated to allow spacecraft technicians to operate the system, system protections are implemented that perform cable detection and mode verification, automated spacecraft fixture identification and related mode capability, and more.

Second, the PSTE is intended to negate the need for purchasing new power test equipment with each new spacecraft. With a review of current and future needs and industry trends, power resources can be sized to provide the optimal blend of flexibility and price.

The system also monitors and provides protection for the satellite electrical power systems against any damage by programming error or by system failure.

The following resources are available in the system pictured on the cover. In most cases, the hardware resources can be scaled to meet the customer's individual requirements.

AC Isolation transformers

• 75KVA power rating; Transform 480VAC 3phase Delta to 208VAC 3 phase Wye

Main Power Rack

• Five 10KW power channels; 150VDC at 67A each
• One 5KW load channel; 3-450V, 0-150A constant current
• Eight programmable strip chart recorder outputs

Solar Array Simulator

• 64 Channels with 110V Voc and 450W each

Electronic Load Rack

• Three 5KW load channel; 3-450V, 0-150A constant current

Remote User Interface

• Ruggedized Portable PC with operator interface software

System Verification test Fixture

• Customized for individual spacecraft I/O to allow convenient, manual verification of power setup.

Hardware Overview

In this section, the overall system is first represented by a simplified block diagram along with a general discussion of the function of each equipment rack. After which, each rack of equipment is represented by its own block diagram. Each rack block diagram is supported by a discussion of the equipment in the rack.

Either the Remote User Interface (RUI) or the Remote Operating System (ROS) is the source of control, or Computer in Charge (CIC), at any given time, at the operator's discretion. The ROS is supplied by the user. The CIC communicates directly with the system controller in the MPR (MPR controller), and the entire system is controlled via the MPR Controller.

Diagnostics and Troubleshooting can be accomplished directly from the MPR controller. The Main Power Rack (MPR) provides main bus power for tests from up to five internal power sources. The Solar Array Simulator (SAS) provides solar panel simulation power. The Spacecraft Protection Unit (SPU) further protects the spacecraft from damage in case of failure of the built-in OVP/OIP protection of the rest of the PSTE system. For electrical system loading tests, the Electronic Load Rack (ELR) provides three programmable Electronic Load Units (ELU). The MPR contains an ELU that can be used when only one ELU is required.

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Franklin Electric INCON 1250 LTC

sku Product SKU:  FRA-1250-LTC-U-W-Y

The 1250-LTC is designed specifically for transformer LTC position monitoring. Its hardware is the same as the 1250B with the addition of Input Isolation, Serial Port and Relay inputs which provide enhanced analysis of LTC position.

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