Ametek Sorensen SGA Series DC User manual

M550129-01 Rev AF www.programmablepower.com
SGA Series DC
Power Supplies
Operation Manual

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About AMETEK
AMETEK Programmable Power, Inc., a unit of AMETEK Electronic Instruments Group (a division
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power supplies for R&D, test and measurement, process control, power bus simulation and
power conditioning applications across diverse industrial segments. From bench-top supplies to
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Date and Revision
May 2014, Rev AF
Part Number
M550129-01
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Product Family: SGA Series DC Power Supplies
Warranty Period: Five Years
Warranty Terms
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Product stated above, and if the Buyer discovers and notifies AMETEK in writing of any defect in
material or workmanship within the applicable warranty period stated above, then AMETEK may,
at its option: repair or replace the Product; or issue a credit note for the defective Product; or
provide the Buyer with replacement parts for the Product.
The Buyer will, at its expense, return the defective Product or parts thereof to AMETEK in
accordance with the return procedure specified below. AMETEK will, at its expense, deliver the
repaired or replaced Product or parts to the Buyer. Any warranty of AMETEK will not apply if the
Buyer is in default under the Purchase Order Agreement or where the Product or any part
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Product Return Procedure
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858-450-0085, ext. 2295 or ext. 2463 (direct)
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www.programmablepower.com, by clicking Support and going to the Service Centers
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2. When requesting an RMA, have the following information ready:
Model number
Serial number
Description of the problem
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Note: A returned product found upon inspection by AMETEK, to be in specification is subject to
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Before applying power to the system, verify that your product is configured properly for
your particular application.
WARNING!
Hazardous voltages might be present when covers are removed. Qualified
personnel must use extreme caution when servicing this equipment. Circuitry,
test points, and output voltages might be floating with respect to chassis
ground. Do not touch electrical circuits, and use appropriately rated test
equipment. A safety ground wire must be connected from the chassis to the
AC mains input when servicing this equipment.
WARNING!
This equipment contains ESD sensitive input/output connection ports. When
installing equipment, follow ESD safety procedures. Electrostatic discharges
might cause damage to the equipment.
Only qualified personnel, who understand and deal with attendant hazards in power
supplies, are allowed to perform installation and servicing.
Ensure that the AC mains input ground is connected properly to the chassis safety
ground connection. Similarly, other power ground lines, including those to application
and maintenance equipment, must be grounded properly for both personnel and
equipment safety. Always ensure that facility AC mains input is de-energized prior to
connecting or disconnecting any cable.
In normal operation from the front panel, the operator does not have access to
hazardous voltages within the chassis. However, depending on the application
configuration, HIGH VOLTAGES HAZARDOUS TO HUMAN SAFETY might be
normally generated on the output terminals. The user must ensure that the output power
lines are labeled properly as to the safety hazards and that any possibility for inadvertent
contact with hazardous voltages is eliminated.
Guard against risks of electrical shock during open cover checks by not touching any
portion of the electrical circuits. Even when power is off, capacitors may retain an
electrical charge. Use safety glasses during open cover checks to avoid personal injury
by any sudden component failure.
Neither AMETEK Programmable Power Inc., San Diego, California, USA, nor any of the
subsidiary sales organizations can accept any responsibility for personnel, material or
inconsequential injury, loss or damage that results from improper use of the equipment
and accessories.

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SAFETY SYMBOLS
WARNING: Electrical Shock Hazard
HAZARD: Strong oxidizer
GENERAL WARNING/CAUTION: Read the accompanying
message for specific information.
BURN HAZARD: Hot Surface Warning. Allow to cool before
servicing.
DO NOT TOUCH: Touching some parts of the instrument without
protection or proper tools could result in damage to the part(s)
and/or the instrument.
TECHNICIAN SYMBOL: All operations marked with this symbol are
to be performed by qualified maintenance personnel only.
ELECTRICAL GROUND: This symbol inside the instrument marks
the central safety grounding point for the instrument.

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FCC NOTICE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a
commercial environment.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area
is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct
the interference at his own expense.

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ABOUT THIS MANUAL AND REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
This manual has been written for the Sorensen SGA Series of power supplies, which
have been designed and certified to meet the Low Voltage and Electromagnetic
Compatibility Directive Requirements of the European Community.
These models have been designed and tested to meet the Electromagnetic Compatibility
directive (European Council directive 2004/108/EC; generally referred to as the EMC
directive) and to the requirements of the Low Voltage directive (European Council
directive 2006/95/EC, 93/68/EEC, dated 22 July 1993). In addition these models have
been found compliant with FCC 47 CFR Part 15, Subpart B107(e) Class A, 109(g)
Class A.
Since the Low Voltage Directive is to ensure the safety of the equipment operator,
universal graphic symbols have been used both on the unit itself and in this manual to
warn the operator of potentially hazardous situations (see Safety Instruction page).

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CONTENTS
SECTION 1 OVERVIEW .......................................... 1-1
1.1 General Description ...............................................................................................1-1
1.2 Specifications.........................................................................................................1-3
1.2.1 Environmental Characteristics..................................................................................1-3
1.2.2 Electrical Characteristics...........................................................................................1-3
1.2.3 SGA Series Voltage and Current Specifications ......................................................1-7
1.2.4 Physical Characteristics............................................................................................1-8
SECTION 2 INSTALLATION ................................... 2-1
2.1 Inspection...............................................................................................................2-1
2.2 Contents of Shipment............................................................................................2-1
2.3 Location and Mounting..........................................................................................2-2
2.3.1 Rack Mounting..........................................................................................................2-3
2.3.2 K550212-01 ASSEMBLY STEPS (OPTION KIT for 3U models)..............................2-4
2.3.3 K550213-01 ASSEMBLY STEPS (OPTION KIT for 6U models)..............................2-6
2.3.4 Chassis Removal from Rack ....................................................................................2-7
2.4 Input/Output Connections .....................................................................................2-8
2.5 Wire selection.......................................................................................................2-11
2.5.1 Wire Size.................................................................................................................2-11
2.6 Load Considerations............................................................................................2-14
2.6.1 Inductive and STORED-ENERGY Loads ...............................................................2-14
2.7 Outline and Installation Drawings.......................................................................2-15
SECTION 3 OPERATION......................................... 3-1
3.1 Introduction............................................................................................................3-1
3.1.1 Front/rear Panels ......................................................................................................3-1
3.2 Shaft Lock (Option)................................................................................................3-9
3.3 Front Panel Operation..........................................................................................3-10
3.3.1 Initial Setup .............................................................................................................3-10
3.3.2 constant-Voltage Mode Operation..........................................................................3-11
3.3.3 Constant-Current Mode Operation .........................................................................3-12

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3.3.4 Overvoltage Protection ...........................................................................................3-13
3.4 Remote Analog Control Connector (J1)..............................................................3-14
3.5 Remote Current Programming ............................................................................3-18
3.5.1 Remote Current Programming by Resistance........................................................3-18
3.5.2 Remote Current Programming by Voltage Source.................................................3-19
3.6 Remote Voltage Programming ............................................................................3-20
3.6.1 Remote Voltage Programming by Resistance........................................................3-20
3.6.2 Remote Voltage Programming by Voltage Source.................................................3-21
3.7 Remote Overvoltage Protection Programming..................................................3-22
3.8 Remote Output ON/OFF Control..........................................................................3-23
3.8.1 Remote Output ON/OFF by Contact Closure .........................................................3-23
3.8.2 Remote Output ON/OFF Control by External Source.............................................3-23
3.8.3 Remote Shutdown (S/D).........................................................................................3-24
3.9 Remote Sensing...................................................................................................3-25
3.10 Floating and Polarized Output.............................................................................3-28
3.11 Parallel and Series Operation..............................................................................3-29
3.11.1 Parallel Operation ...................................................................................................3-29
3.11.2 Series Operation.....................................................................................................3-31
SECTION 4 CALIBRATION AND VERIFICATION.... 4-1
4.1 Introduction............................................................................................................4-1
4.1.1 Calibration and Verification Cycle.............................................................................4-1
4.1.2 Preparation ...............................................................................................................4-1
4.2 Calibration and Verification Procedures...............................................................4-2
4.2.1 Constant-Current Mode ............................................................................................4-3
4.2.2 Constant-Voltage Mode............................................................................................4-3
4.2.3 Resistive-Control Programming Current Sources ....................................................4-4
4.3 Remote Isolated Analog Interface (Option) Calibration and Verification
Procedures .......................................................................................................................4-5
4.3.1 Constant-Current Mode ............................................................................................4-5
4.3.2 Constant-Voltage Mode............................................................................................4-6
SECTION 5 MAINTENANCE ................................... 5-1
5.1 Introduction............................................................................................................5-1
5.2 Preventive Maintenance.........................................................................................5-1
5.3 Fuses.......................................................................................................................5-3

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LIST OF TABLES
Table 2–1. Maximum AC Current Ratings, PFC Models ..............................................2-9
Table 2–2. Maximum AC Current Ratings, Non-PFC Models.......................................2-9
Table 2–3. Input/Output Connectors............................................................................2-9
Table 2–4. Input Terminal Connections......................................................................2-10
Table 2–5. Output Terminal Connections...................................................................2-10
Table 2–6. Recommended Lugs................................................................................2-10
Table 2–7. Recommended Sense Connector Tools...................................................2-10
Table 2–8. Minimum Wire Size .................................................................................2-11
Table 2–9. Wire Resistance and Voltage Drop, 20°C................................................2-13
Table 3–1. Front Panel Controls and Indicators..........................................................3-2
Table 3–2. Rear Panel Connectors and Controls, Standard........................................3-6
Table 3–3. Rear Panel Connectors and Controls, GPIB Option ..................................3-7
Table 3–4. Rear Panel Connectors and Controls, Ethernet Option .............................3-8
Table 3–5. Analog Control Connector (J1), Designations and Functions...................3-17
Table 4.1. Fuse Ratings..............................................................................................5-3
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1-1. Model Number Decoding ..........................................................................1-2
Figure 2-1. Rack Mount Assembly for 3U Models .......................................................2-4
Figure 2-2. Rack Mount Assembly for 6U Models .......................................................2-6
Figure 2-3. Diode Connection ...................................................................................2-14
Figure 2-4. Installation Drawing, 3U Models 10V-30V...............................................2-16
Figure 2-5. Installation Drawing, 3U Models 40V-600V.............................................2-17
Figure 2-6. Installation Drawing, 3U Models 800V-1000V.........................................2-18
Figure 2-7. Installation Drawing, 6U Models 20 kW to 30 kW....................................2-19
Figure 2-8. Rear Panel, Standard,3U Models 10V-30V.............................................2-20
Figure 2-9. Rear Panel, GPIB Option, 3U Models 10V-30V ......................................2-21
Figure 2-10. Rear Panel, Ethernet Option, 3U Models 10V-30V................................2-22
Figure 2-11. Rear Panel, Standard, 3U Models 40V-600V........................................2-23
Figure 2-12. Rear Panel, GPIB Option, 3U Models 40V-600V ..................................2-24
Figure 2-13. Rear Panel, Ethernet Option, 3U Models 800V and 1000V...................2-25
Figure 2-14. Rear Panel, Standard, 6U Models 20kW-30kW ....................................2-26
Figure 2-15. Rear Panel, GPIB Option, 6U Models 20kW-30kW...............................2-27
Figure 2-16. Rear Panel, Ethernet Option, 6U Models 20kW-30kW..........................2-28
Figure 2-17. Instructions for Assembly of AC and DC Covers...................................2-29
Figure 3-1. Front Panel Controls and Indicators (3U Model Shown)............................3-1

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Figure 3-2. Rear Panel Interface, Standard, 3U Models 10V-30V...............................3-3
Figure 3-3. Rear Panel Interface, GPIB Option, 3U Models 10V-30V..........................3-3
Figure 3-4. Rear Panel Interface, Ethernet Option, 3U Models 10V-30V.....................3-3
Figure 3-5. Rear Panel Interface, Standard, 3U Models 40V-600V.............................3-4
Figure 3-6. Rear Panel Interface, GPIB Option, 3U Models 40V-600V........................3-4
Figure 3-7. Rear Panel Interface, Ethernet Option, 3U Models 800V and 1000V........3-4
Figure 3-8. Rear Panel Interface, Standard, 6U Models 20kW-30kW..........................3-5
Figure 3-9. Rear Panel Interface, GPIB Option, 6U Models 20kW-30kW ....................3-5
Figure 3-10. Rear Panel Interface, Ethernet Option, 6U Models 20kW-30kW .............3-5
Figure 3-11. Shaft Lock...............................................................................................3-9
Figure 3-12. Analog Control Connector (J1) Pin-Out.................................................3-15
Figure 3-13. Remote Current Programming Using Resistance..................................3-18
Figure 3-14. Remote Current Programming Using 0-5 VDC or 0-10 VDC Source.....3-19
Figure 3-15. Remote Voltage Programming Using Resistance .................................3-20
Figure 3-16. Remote Voltage Programming Using 0-5 VDC or 0-10 VDC Source.....3-21
Figure 3-17. Remote Overvoltage Programming Using DC Source...........................3-22
Figure 3-18. Remote Output ON/OFF Control by Contact Closure............................3-23
Figure 3-19. Remote Isolated Output ON/OFF Using AC or DC Source....................3-23
Figure 3-20. Remote Output ON/OFF Using Isolated TTL/CMOS Source.................3-24
Figure 3-21. Remote Shutdown Using DC Voltage Source.......................................3-24
Figure 3-22. Remote Voltage Sensing Network ........................................................3-25
Figure 3-23. Remote Sense Connection at the Load, 10V-800V Models...................3-26
Figure 3-24. Remote Sense Connection at the Load, 1000V Model...........................3-27
Figure 3-25. Parallel Connection and Remote Sense................................................3-30
Figure 4-1. Potentiometer Locations ...........................................................................4-7

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SECTION 1
OVERVIEW
1.1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Sorensen SGA Series are general purpose power supplies designed
specifically for laboratory test and systems applications requiring
programmable DC sources with good performance characteristics, such as
accuracy, regulation, and ripple/noise. These power supplies are constant-
current/constant-voltage supplies with an automatic crossover feature.
A variety of user interfaces are available, ranging from manual front panel
control and standard non–isolated remote analog control, to optional GPIB,
Ethernet or isolated remote analog control.
Refer to Figure 1-1 for decoding of the SG Series model number.

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For units up to 999 V/999 A, voltage and current are represented in numeric format, e.g., “100”
represents 100 V. For units at 1000 V/1000 A and above, the voltage and current are represented
by the format “xKx”, e.g., “1K2” represents 1000 V.
Option
Description
Control Options
A: Analog
I: Intelligent
Input Options
C: Input Voltage 208/230 VAC, 3-Phase
D: Input Voltage 380/400 VAC, 3-Phase
E: Input Voltage 440/480 VAC, 3-Phase
Remote Control
Options
0A: No Option
1A: IEEE-488.2 + RS-232C
1C: Ethernet + RS-232C
1D: Isolated Analog Interface
1E: Shaft Locks
2A: Combined Options 1A + 1D
2C: Combined Options 1A + 1E (SGA Only)
2G: Combined Options 1C + 1D
2H: Combined Options 1C + 1E (SGA Only)
2J: Combined Options 1D + 1E (SGA Only)
3C: Combined Options 1A + 1D + 1E (SGA Only)
3G: Combined Options 1C + 1D + 1E (SGA Only)
Process Options
AA: No option
AB: Certificate of Calibration (includes test data)
Modifications
AJ: Front panel dust filter (3U models only)
CV: 400 Hz AC input at 208 VAC for 6U units only and does not
carry CE, CSA or UL certification; (standard in 3U models)
PF: Passive power factor correction (PFC) to 0.9 for 40V to 800V
models; (standard in 10V-30V, 50V, and 1000V models)
Figure 1-1. Model Number Decoding
SG A 100 X100 C - 1A AA AJ
Control Designation
A=Analog
I = Intelligent
Voltage
4-15 kW = "X"
20-30 kW= "/"
Current
Modifications
Process Options
Remote Control Options
Input Voltage Options

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1.2 SPECIFICATIONS
The following subsections provide environmental, electrical, and physical
characteristics for the SGA Series power supplies.
Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Note: The SGA Series power supplies are intended for indoor use only.
Refer to Section 2.3 for use/location requirements.
1.2.1 ENVIRONMENTAL CHARACTERISTICS
Parameter
Specification
Ambient Temperature
Operating
0C to 50C
Storage
-25C to 65C
Cooling
Forced convection with internal, linearly-variable-speed fans; vents on
front, sides and rear; units may be stacked without clearance above or
below.
Humidity
95% maximum, non-condensing, 0C to 50C; 45C maximum wet-bulb
temperature.
Altitude
5,000 ft (1,524 m) operating at full rated output power, derate 10% of
full power for every 1,000 ft (3,048 m) higher; non-operating to 40,000 ft
(12,192m)
Agency Approvals
CE Compliant: Certified to UL/CSA 61010 and IEC/EN 61010-1 by a
NRTL; LVD Categories: Installation Category II, Pollution Degree 2,
Class II Equipment, for Indoor Use Only;
EMC Directive, EN 61326:1998;
Semi-F47 Compliant
1.2.2 ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Output voltage accuracy, regulation, and stability specifications are valid at the point
where the remote sense leads are connected.
Parameter
Specification
Input Power
Voltage
208/230 VAC ±10%, allowed range 187-253 VAC;
380/400 VAC ±10%, allowed range 342-440 VAC;
440/480 VAC ±10%, allowed range 396-528 VAC
Frequency
47 Hz to 63 Hz; 400 Hz at 208 VAC for 3 U models; 400 Hz at
208 VAC for 6U models is an optional modification (“CV” in
model number) and does not carry CE, UL or CSA markings
Configuration
3–phase, 3–wire plus ground; not phase rotation sensitive;
neutral not used.

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Parameter
Specification
Power Factor (at full rated load; 50/60 Hz); contact factory for power factor of specific models
PFC models: 10V-30V, 50V,
1000V, and models with optional
modification, “PF”
0.90, typical, for all AC input ratings; with passive power factor
correction (PFC)
Non-PFC models: 40V-800V
0.75, typical, for 208/230 VAC input;
0.72, typical, for 380/400 VAC input;
0.69, typical, for 440/480 VAC input;
power factor is not solely determined by power supply input
characteristics, but is dependent on the level of DC output
power and interaction with the source impedance of AC mains.
Efficiency
87%, typical, at full load, nominal AC line
Hold-Up Time
1/2 cycle, typical, for loss of all three phases (6.4 ms, typical for
800V/1000V models); 3 cycle, typical, for loss of one phase;
sustained missing phase will result in shutdown of the output.
Rated Output Power
4-15 kW for 3U chassis for 10V-30V models;
5-15 kW for 3U chassis for 40V-1000V models;
20-30 kW for 6U chassis for 40V-600V models;
maximum output power is the product of the rated output
voltage and current; for specific values refer to Section 1.2.3.
Load Regulation (specified for ±100% rated load change, at nominal AC input voltage)
Voltage
±0.05%, maximum, of rated output voltage for 10V- 30V
models;
±0.02%, maximum, of rated output voltage for 40V-1000V
models
Current
±0.1%, maximum, of rated output current
Line Regulation (specified for ±10% change of nominal AC line voltage, at constant load)
Voltage
±0.05%, maximum, of rated output voltage for 10V- 30V
models;
±0.01%, maximum, of rated output voltage for 60V-1000V
models
Current
±0.05%, maximum, of rated output current
Temperature Coefficient
Voltage
±0.02%/C, typical, of rated output voltage
Current
±0.03%/C, typical, of rated output current
Stability
±0.05%, typical, of rated output voltage or current, over 8 hrs at
fixed line, load, and temperature, after 30 min warm-up
Output Voltage Ripple/Noise
Refer to Ripple/Noise specifications in tables of Section 1.2.3.
Load Transient Response
1 ms, typical, to recover within 0.75% of rated output voltage for
load step change of 50% of rated output current
Output Voltage Rise Time
(with rated load, resistive; current
rise time same)
10 ms, maximum, from 10-90% of programming change from
zero to rated output voltage for 10V-30V models;
100 ms, maximum, from 5-95% of programming change from
zero to rated output voltage for 40V-1000V models;
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Parameter
Specification
Output Voltage Fall Time
(with rated load, resistive; current fall
time same)
10 ms, maximum, from 90-10% of programming change from
rated output voltage to zero for 10V-30V models;
contact factory for values of specific models
Output Voltage Fall Time
(with no load)
50 ms, maximum, from 90-10% of programming change from
rated output voltage to zero for 10V-30V models;
1.5 s, typical, from 100% to 10% of programming change from
rated output voltage to zero for 40V-1000V models;
contact factory for values of specific models
Front Panel Meter
Display Resolution
3.5 digit
Voltage Accuracy
(to actual output)
±0.5%, maximum, of rated output voltage + 1 digit
Current Accuracy
(to actual output)
±0.5%, maximum, of rated output current + 1 digit
Remote Sensing
Connection
Voltage accuracy/regulation specifications apply at the point
where the remote sense leads are connected.
Line Drop
1 V, maximum per line for 10V-20V models;
1.5 V, maximum per line for 30V model;
5%, maximum of rated output voltage per line for models, 40V
to less than 160V;
2%, maximum of rated output voltage per line for models
greater than or equal to 160V;
greater level of line drop is allowed, but output voltage
regulation specifications no longer apply.
Line Drop Effect on Output
Voltage
Rated output voltage applies at the rear panel output terminals,
and line drop voltage subtracts from the voltage available at the
load terminals
Remote Analog Interface
Programming Accuracy
Voltage
±0.25%, maximum, of rated output voltage for 0-5 VDC range,
and ±0.5%, maximum, for 0-10 VDC range
Current
±1.0%, maximum, of rated output current for 0-5 VDC range,
and ±1.2%, maximum, for 0-10 VDC range for 10V-30V models;
±0.8%, maximum, of rated output current for 0-5 VDC range,
and ±1.0%, maximum, for 0-10 VDC range for 40V-1000V
models
Overvoltage Protection (OVP)
±1%, maximum, of rated output voltage
Readback Monitor Accuracy
Voltage
(of actual output value)
±0.5%, maximum, of rated output voltage
Current
(of actual output value)
±1%, maximum, of rated output current

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Parameter
Specification
Resistive-Control Programming
Voltage
0–5 kfor 0-100% of rated output voltage
Current
0–5 kfor 0-100% of rated output current
Voltage-Control Programming
Voltage
0–5 VDC or 0–10 VDC for 0-100% of rated output voltage
Current
0–5 VDC or 0–10 VDC for 0-100% of rated output current
Overvoltage Protection(OVP)
0.25–5.5 VDC for 5-110% or rated output voltage
Remote Control/Monitor Interface
On/Off control via contact closure, 6-120 VDC or 12-240 VAC,
and TTL or CMOS gate; output voltage and current monitors;
output voltage, current, and OVP programming; summary fault
status
Output Isolation
Output Float Voltage
Negative Output Terminal
±300 V(PK), maximum, with respect to chassis ground;
exceeding the limit will be detected as a fault by a protective
supervisory monitor and shutdown of the output will be
executed; this condition will be latched, requiring reset to
resume normal operation.
Isolation of optional Isolated
Analog Interface (J1) to output
negative terminal
1000 V(PK), maximum; Isolated Analog Interface (J1 signals)
are galvanically isolated from negative output terminal;
operation of Isolated Analog Interface signals should be at
SELV safety voltage conditions to chassis ground.
Reference of standard Non-
Isolated Analog Interface (J1) to
output negative terminal
The standard Non-Isolated Analog Interface (J1 signals) is
connected to the negative output terminal and, therefore, is not
isolated from the output.
Parallel Operation
Parallel Group
Up to 5 units, of the same voltage rating, may be connected in
parallel for additional output current; specifications apply as for
single unit, with the exception that each additional paralleled
unit will add 0.3% to the output current accuracy. Contact
factory for applications requiring paralleling more than five units.
Series Operation
Series Group
Up to 2 units, of the same current rating, may be connected in
series for additional output voltage; see restrictions in Output
Isolation section.

Sorensen SGA Series Overview
M550129-01 Rev AF 1-7
1.2.3 SGA SERIES VOLTAGE AND CURRENT SPECIFICATIONS
The following tables present the specifications for rated voltage and current, and ripple/noise for
the 10V-1000V models.
Rated
Voltage,
VDC
Rated Current, ADC
Ripple/
Noise**
RMS,
mV
Ripple/
Noise*
PK–PK,
mV
4 kW
5 kW
8 kW
10 kW
12 kW
15 kW
0-10††
0-400
N/A
0-800
N/A
0-1200
N/A
20
50
0-15††
0-267
N/A
0-534
N/A
0-801
N/A
20
50
0-20††
N/A
0-250
N/A
0-500
N/A
0-750
20
60
0-30††
N/A
0-167
N/A
0-334
N/A
0-501
20
60
Rated
Voltage,
VDC
Rated Current, ADC
Ripple/
Noise**
RMS,
mV
Ripple/
Noise*
PK–PK,
mV
5 kW
10 kW
15 kW
20 kW
25 kW
30 kW
0-40
0-125
0-250
0-375
0-500†
0-625†
0-750†
20
75
0-50
0-100
0-200
0-300
0-400†
0-500†
0-600†
20
75
0-60
0-83
0-167
0-250
0-333
0-417
0-500
20
75
0-80
0-63
0-125
0-188
0-250
0-313
0-375
20
100
0-100
0-50
0-100
0-150
0-200
0-250
0-300
20
100
0-160
0-31
0-63
0-94
0-125
0-156
0-188
25
150
0-200
0-25
0-50
0-75
0-100
0-125
0-150
25
175
0-250
0-20
0-40
0-60
0-80
0-100
0-120
30
200
0-330
0-15
0-30
0-45
0-61
0-76
0-91
30
200
0-400
0-12
0-25
0-38
0-50
0-63A
0-75
40
300
0-500
0-10
0-20
0-30
0-40
0-50
0-60
50
350
0-600
0-8
0-17
0-25
0-33
0-42
0-50
60
350
0-800
0-6.2
0-12.5
0-18.7
0-25†
0-31.2†
0-37.5†
80
500
0-1000
0-5
0-10
0-15
0-20†
0-25†
0-30†
100
650
* PK-PK ripple/noise, over 20 Hz to 20 MHz bandwidth, is measured across a 1 µF capacitor at
the end of a 6’ load cable with the supply operating at full load and nominal AC line voltage.
** RMS ripple/noise, over 20 Hz to 300 kHz bandwidth, is measured directly across the output
terminals with the supply operating at full load and nominal AC input line voltage.
† Power level not available in 6U models, but could be produced with paralleled 3U units;up to
75 kW could be produced by paralleling up to five power supplies. Note that paralleling will
increase ripple/noise.
†† Models from 10V-30V are not available in 6U chassis.

Overview Sorensen SGA Series
1-8 M550129-01 Rev AF
1.2.4 PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Dimensions
3U Models,
10V-30V
3U Models,
40V-1000V
6U Models,
60V-600V
Width
19.00 in (48.26 cm)
19.00 in (48.26 cm)
19.00 in (48.26 cm)
Depth
From inner surface of front panel to maximum protrusion of protective covers at rear
panel; refer to installation drawings for chassis dimensions.
28.09 in (71.35 cm)
25.46 in (64.67 cm)
27.18 in (69.04 cm)
Height
5.25 in (13.34 cm)
5.25 in (13.34 cm)
10.5 in (26.67 cm)
Weight
(nominal)
≤65lb(29kg),(4kW,10V,15V)
≤ 65lb(29kg),(5kW,20V,30V)
≤ 85lb(39kg),(8kW,10V,15V)
≤ 85lb(39kg),(10kW,20V,30V)
≤ 110lb(50kg),(12kW,10V,15V)
≤ 110lb(50kg),(15kW,20V,30V)
≤ 60 lb (27 kg), (5 kW)
≤ 75 lb (34 kg), (10 kW)
≤ 90 lb (41 kg), (15 kW)
≤ 140 lb (63 kg), (20 KW)
≤ 155 lb (70 kg), (25 kW)
≤ 170 lb (77 kg), (30 kW)
Shipping
Weight
Contact factory for weights of specific models