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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Ametek i-BEAM Series

sku Product SKU:  AME-IBEAM-s

The Sorensen™ Intelligent-Bidirectional Energy AMplified (i-BEAM) Series is the newest addition to the AMETEK Programmable Power portfolio of high-power testing solutions. The new i-BEAM series features full DC source and sink capabilities with power levels from 60 kW up to 1.3 MW. The i-BEAM series is fully scalable up to 650 kW and beyond up to 1.3 MW with parallel systems. The available voltage ranges of 80V, 300V, 600V, 800V and 1,000VDC provide full power up to 1,000A within a single system. Single-channel, 2-channel and 4-channel configurations are available.

Control via Front Panel Touchscreen and Digital or Analog Control Interfaces

The i-BEAM Series can be operated from the intuitive, front panel touchscreen that enables the user to easily setup, control and monitor the Output Programming Parameters, Supervisory and Set Point limits, Measurements, and System Settings. Additionally, a variety of communication control interfaces are available including; VNC Ethernet, Modbus, CAN Bus, EtherCAT, Profibus DP, Profinet, LabVIEW, Matlab/Simulink or high-speed Analog control.

Applications

The i-BEAM Series is designed for testing today’s complex, high power electronics for the aerospace, industrial, automotive and energy storage markets in a variety of applications. This platform covers all test needs through the product life cycle from advance research and development (R&D), to design validation, and production test requirements.

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Ametek Mi-BEAM Series

sku Product SKU:  AME-Mi-BEAM-s

The Sorensen™ Modular Intelligent-Bidirectional Energy AMplified (Mi-BEAM) Series is the newest addition to the AMETEK Programmable Power portfolio of high-power testing solutions. The new Mi-BEAM Series features full DC source and sink capabilities with power levels from 12kW up to 37kW. The Mi-BEAM Series is fully scalable up to 1.2MW with parallel systems. The available voltage ranges of 600V, 1,500V and 2,000VDC in a 4U rack height chassis provide full power up to 150A within a single system.

Control via Front Panel Touchscreen and Digital or Analog Control Interfaces

The Mi-BEAM Series can be operated from the intuitive, front panel touchscreen that enables the user to easily setup, control and monitor the Output Programming Parameters, Supervisory and Set Point limits, Measurements, and System Settings. Additionally, a variety of standard communication control interfaces are available including; LAN, USB and RS-232. Optional IEEE-488 and EtherCAT are available.

Applications

The Mi-BEAM Series is designed to test today’s complex, high-power electronics for the automotive, energy storage, industrial, and aerospace markets in a variety of applications. This platform covers all test needs through the product life cycle from advance research and development (R&D), to design validation, and production test requirements.

• Battery simulation
• Battery testing (charge/discharge)
• Electric powertrain testing
• Fuel cell testing
• Solar inverter testing

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SiteHawk™ Antenna and Cable Analyser

sku Product SKU:  BIR-SK-9000-TC

The SK-9000-TC provides critical coverage with a wide frequency range from 1 MHz to 9 GHz. 

Get the most out of your networking operations with SiteHawk! Our revolutionary coverage range from 1 MHz to 9000 MHz quickly and accurately locates discontinuities in your network cables, connectors, and more. With our Distance to Fault mode, you'll have the exact location of the problem in real distance units - saving you time and energy in finding and solving the issue. 

With the new addition of increased coverage to 9GHz, SiteHawk is now capable of monitoring the C-Band (4 - 8GHz) satellite communications and some X-Band radar frequency sub-bands. This versatile product will benefit government, military, and public sector users. 

Make sure you have critical coverage for all your networking needs with SiteHawk!.

 

APPLICATIONS

• Cellular Networks 3G, 5G (2.4, 4.2 GHz & 600, 850 MHz)
• PCS/DCS, CDMA, GSM and LTE Protocols
• Broadcast
• Paging
• Government
• Tactical Military
• Microwave
• Public Safety
• Trunking, TETRA
• Network Coverage WLAN, WLL (802.11)
• Semiconductor calibration load/RF cable test

Note:
GPS Display & Logging features are comptable with SiteHawk model serial numbers 4006 and higher only! (Please see the installation procedure included in the GPS Activation zip file located in the Downloads section below.)

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300-CT Series

sku Product SKU:  BIR-300-CT-Series

300-CT Series, RF Terminations are world renowned for their high-quality, robust construction and conservative power ratings. The use of non-magnetic materials and plating provide safety when used in high magnetic fields such as MRI.

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300-T Series

sku Product SKU:  BIR-300-T-Series

300-T Series, RF Terminations are world renowned for their high-quality, robust construction and conservative power ratings. The use of non-magnetic materials and plating provide safety when used in high magnetic fields such as MRI.

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300-WT Series

sku Product SKU:  BIR-300-WT-Series

300-WT Series, RF Terminations are world renowned for their high-quality, robust construction and conservative power ratings. The use of non-magnetic materials and plating provide safety when used in high magnetic fields such as MRI. No fluids or maintenance required.

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Bird 5000-NG

sku Product SKU:  BIR-5000-NG

RF Power Testing Redefined!

Next generation display for power measurement with automatic sensor detection.

Bird’s new 5000-NG RF Power Meter Display transforms the way you perform RF power meter testing. A giant leap forward, this hand-held portable meter captures, collects, and displays RF power measurements on a touch screen, high-resolution display, allowing you to review quickly and easily data in the field or in an R & D lab environment.

Operating over a broad frequency range using one of Bird’s USB RF power sensors, the 5000-NG allows you to quickly measure True Average Power, VSWR, Return Loss, and more.

This fully digital power meter automatically detects the sensor in use and saves session information. Take RF power measurements, enable smoothing level for more stable readings, or max hold to detect the maximum power.

Bird's new portable lightweight tablet features a large, sunlight-readable colour touch screen. This easy-to-use, intuitive interface saves time and ensures a fast learning curve for technicians.

(The 5000-NG RF Power Meter Display replaces the 5000-XT Digital Power Meter)

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Bird Technologies-4042

sku Product SKU:  BIR-4042

100 MHz - 1 GHz, Channel RF Power Sensors

Provides power readings by individual channel

4042 Series, Directional Channel Power Sensors are digital RF sensors designed for use with the 3141 Channel Power Monitor (CPM). The sensors are typically used to measure forward and reflected average power on a 50 ohm RF transmission line with a maximum 500 watt forward and reflected power levels in a frequency band with an overall range of 100 to 1000 MHz. The 4042 sensor also provides VSWR readings.

The 4042 Channel Sensor is unique in that it is able to measure the forward power, reflected power and VSWR of a SINGLE CHANNEL in the presence of multiple channels at the output of a frequency combiner. The sensor can also measure the forward power, reflected power and the VSWR of the composite signal by scanning up to 16 individual channels and summing their power.

The 4042 Channel Sensor uses an RS-485 serial bus for data transfer to and from a CPM. Each sensor is equipped with two RJ-25 jacks, either jack may be connected to a CPM. The second RJ-25 jack may be used to extend the RS-485 bus to another digital sensor. Multiple digital sensors may be serially connected in this fashion, allowing as many as 16 sensors to be connected to a CPM.

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Bird SH-42S-TC Hand-held Spectrum Analyzer

sku Product SKU:  BIR-SH-42S-TC

BK Precision Model DAS1700

sku Product SKU:  BKP-DAS1700

The DAS1700 high-speed data acquisition system combines a fast sampling rate, deep memory, configurable input boards, and a large touchscreen display. Internal software tools are also provided like the power analysis application and a function editor for complex mathematical calculations on multiple channels.

 These recorders feature a 1 µs sampling rate on up to 6 channels simultaneously while the 500 GB internal memory allows for recording over long periods. Data is acquired from 4 measurement board types which include universal input, multiplexed, strain gauge, and high voltage. Optional CAN and LIN inputs further extend the ability of this recorder.

 Choose any combination of 3 boards, or add the extension module for up to 6 boards for applications ranging from small sensor signal logging to electrical power analysis.

Applications

• Mesure signals ranging from strain gauge singles to large electrical systems
• Maintenance and failure analysis
• Power analysis of single and three-phase systems

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100-ST Series

sku Product SKU:  BIR-100-ST-Series

100-ST Series, RF Terminations are world renowned for their high-quality, robust construction and conservative power ratings. The use of non-magnetic materials and plating provide safety when used in high magnetic fields such as MRI.

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150-T Series

sku Product SKU:  BIR-150-T-Series

150-T Series, RF Terminations are world renowned for their high-quality, robust construction and conservative power ratings. The use of non-magnetic materials and plating provide safety when used in high magnetic fields such as MRI.

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150-CT Series

sku Product SKU:  BIR-150-CT-Series

150-CT Series, RF Terminations are world renowned for their high-quality, robust construction and conservative power ratings. The use of non-magnetic materials and plating provide safety when used in high magnetic fields such as MRI.

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150-ST Series

sku Product SKU:  BIR-150-ST-Series

150-ST Series, RF Terminations are world renowned for their high-quality, robust construction and conservative power ratings. The use of non-magnetic materials and plating provide safety when used in high magnetic fields such as MRI.

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150-WT Series

sku Product SKU:  BIR-150-WT Series

150-WT Series, RF Terminations are world renowned for their high-quality, robust construction and conservative power ratings. The use of non-magnetic materials and plating provide safety when used in high magnetic fields such as MRI.

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151-CT Series

sku Product SKU:  BIR-151-CT-Series

151-CT Series, RF Terminations are world renowned for their high-quality, robust construction and conservative power ratings. The use of non-magnetic materials and plating provide safety when used in high magnetic fields such as MRI. The 151 series provides a higher frequency and typically better passive intermodulation performance than the 150-CT series.

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8135

sku Product SKU:  BIR-8135

8135, RF Load is a portable, general purpose 50 ohm coaxial transmission line termination. It is a self-contained unit requiring no outside power source or additional equipment. This coaxial load resistor provides an accurate, dependable, and practically non-reflective termination for adjustment, standby, and testing of transmitters under non-radiating conditions.

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8792

sku Product SKU:  BIR-8792

The 8792, RF Load is designed as a compact, low VSWR and non-radiating termination for high-power transmitter/transmission line systems. It generates almost no ambient heat, making installation space minimal and convenient, in any position. The RF power is converted to heat in the hollow resistive film load resistor and directly absorbed by the water flowing through it.

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8750 Series

sku Product SKU:  BIR-8750-Series

8750 Series, RF Loads are designed as a compact, low VSWR and non-radiating termination for high-power transmitter/transmission line systems. It generates almost no ambient heat, making installation space minimal and convenient, in any position. The RF power is converted to heat in the hollow resistive film load resistor and directly absorbed by the water flowing through it.

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8765

sku Product SKU:  BIR-8765

The 8765, RF Load is designed as a compact, low VSWR and non-radiating termination for high-power transmitter/transmission line systems. It generates almost no ambient heat, making installation space minimal and convenient, in any position. The RF power is converted to heat in the hollow resistive film load resistor and directly absorbed by the water flowing through it.

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8890-300 Series

sku Product SKU:  BIR-8890-300 Series

8890-300 Series, RF Loads are self-contained high-power 50 ohm coaxial transmission line terminations requiring no outside power source or additional equipment. It provides accurate, dependable, and practically non-reflective termination for testing and adjusting transmitters under non-radiating conditions. The load consists essentially of a cylindrical film type resistor immersed in a dielectric coolant. The resistor, individually selected for its accuracy, is enclosed in a special tapered housing which provides a linear reduction in surge impedance directly proportional to the distance along the resistor.

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1500-WT Series

sku Product SKU:  BIR-1500-WT Series

1500-WT Series, RF Terminations are world renowned for their high-quality, robust construction and conservative power ratings. The use of non-magnetic materials and plating provide safety when used in high magnetic fields such as MRI.

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8860 Series

sku Product SKU:  BIR-8860-Series

8860 Series, RF Loads are self-contained high-power 50 ohm coaxial transmission line RF terminations requiring no outside power source or additional equipment. They provide accurate, dependable, and practically non-reflective termination for testing and adjusting transmitters under non-radiating conditions. The load consists essentially of a cylindrical film type resistor immersed in a dielectric coolant. The resistor, individually selected for its accuracy, is enclosed in a special tapered housing which provides a linear reduction in surge impedance directly proportional to the distance along the resistor.

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