APS 3A Series User manual

Operation Manual
3A Series – Rev 1.5 P/N 160922-10
3ASeries
ProgrammableAC&DCload
ADAPTIVE Power Systems
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Table of Contents
1Contact Information................................................................................................................................ 6
2Front Matter ........................................................................................................................................... 7
2.1 Limited Warranty .................................................................................................................................................... 7
2.2 Service and Spare Parts Limited Warranty ............................................................................................................ 7
2.3 Safety Information .................................................................................................................................................. 7
2.4 Safety Notices.......................................................................................................................................................... 9
3Product Overview ................................................................................................................................. 11
3.1 General Description .............................................................................................................................................. 11
3.2 Operating Modes .................................................................................................................................................. 11
3.2.1 Constant Current Mode ..................................................................................................................................................... 11
3.2.2 Linear Constant Current Mode (LIN) .................................................................................................................................12
3.2.3 Constant Resistance Mode (CR) ........................................................................................................................................12
3.2.4 Current Read-back.............................................................................................................................................................. 13
3.3 External Sync Mode .............................................................................................................................................. 13
3.4 Product Features ................................................................................................................................................... 13
3.5 Accessories Included ............................................................................................................................................. 14
3.6 Interface Options................................................................................................................................................... 14
4Technical Specifications ........................................................................................................................ 15
4.1 Operating Ranges.................................................................................................................................................. 15
4.2 Operating Modes .................................................................................................................................................. 15
4.3 Protection Modes.................................................................................................................................................. 15
4.4 Power Factor Range .............................................................................................................................................. 16
4.5 Metering ................................................................................................................................................................ 16
4.6 Analog I/O.............................................................................................................................................................. 16
4.7 Power & Cooling.................................................................................................................................................... 16
4.8 Dimensions & Weight ........................................................................................................................................... 17
4.9 Environmental ....................................................................................................................................................... 17
4.10 Voltage versus Current Operating Envelope Charts............................................................................................ 18
4.10.1 Model 3A060-20 V-I Curves............................................................................................................................................... 18
4.10.2 Model 3A150-08 V-I Curves............................................................................................................................................... 19
4.10.3 Model 3A300-04 V-I Curves............................................................................................................................................... 20
5Unpacking and Installation.................................................................................................................... 21
5.1 Inspection .............................................................................................................................................................. 21
5.2 Installation and Removal of 3A Series Load Modules ......................................................................................... 21
5.3 Cleaning ................................................................................................................................................................. 22
5.4 Powering Up .......................................................................................................................................................... 22
5.5 In Case of Malfunction .......................................................................................................................................... 22
5.6 Load Connection.................................................................................................................................................... 23
5.7 Interface Options................................................................................................................................................... 23
5.8 External Sync Connector....................................................................................................................................... 23
6Front Panel Operation........................................................................................................................... 24
6.1 Front Panel Layout ................................................................................................................................................ 24
6.2 User Controls, Displays and Connectors .............................................................................................................. 25
6.3 Coarse and fine Adjustment Ranges .................................................................................................................... 30
6.1 AC or DC Load Mode Selection............................................................................................................................. 31
6.1.1 AC Mode Setting.................................................................................................................................................................31
6.1.2 DC Mode Setting.................................................................................................................................................................31
6.2 AC Load Parameter Settings ................................................................................................................................. 32

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6.2.1 Frequency Setting............................................................................................................................................................... 32
6.2.2 Waveform and Crest Factor Bank Selection ..................................................................................................................... 33
6.2.3 Synchronization Source Setting .........................................................................................................................................38
6.3 Initial Power-on Settings....................................................................................................................................... 39
6.3.1 Model 3A060-20 Power-on Settings .................................................................................................................................39
6.3.2 Model 3A150-08 Initial Settings ........................................................................................................................................ 39
6.3.3 Model 3A300-04 Initial Settings ........................................................................................................................................ 39
6.3.4 Last Setting Recall ............................................................................................................................................................... 40
6.3.5 Setup Memory Reset .........................................................................................................................................................40
6.4 Protection Features............................................................................................................................................... 41
6.4.1 Over Voltage Protection..................................................................................................................................................... 41
6.4.2 Over Current Protection.....................................................................................................................................................41
6.4.3 Over Power Protection.......................................................................................................................................................41
6.4.4 Over Temperature Protection ........................................................................................................................................... 41
6.5 Load ON Voltage Adjustment............................................................................................................................... 42
7Connectors ............................................................................................................................................ 43
7.1 INPUT Terminals.................................................................................................................................................... 43
7.1.1 Banana Jack Connectors .................................................................................................................................................... 43
7.1.2 Y-hook / Spade Lug Terminals ........................................................................................................................................... 43
7.1.3 Lead Wire Insertion ............................................................................................................................................................ 43
7.1.4 Banana Jack Connector and Spade Lug Terminals ........................................................................................................... 43
7.1.5 Plug Connector and Lead Wire Insertion .......................................................................................................................... 43
7.2 Wire Size ................................................................................................................................................................ 44
7.3 Connecting a UUT.................................................................................................................................................. 45
7.4 Voltage Sense Input Terminals ............................................................................................................................. 46
7.5 Current Output Monitor (I-Monitor).................................................................................................................... 47
7.5.1 Isolated Output................................................................................................................................................................... 47
8Remote Control Programming .............................................................................................................. 48
8.1 Overview................................................................................................................................................................ 48
9Multiple Load Operation Modes ........................................................................................................... 49
9.1 Overview................................................................................................................................................................ 49
9.1.1 Parallel Mode...................................................................................................................................................................... 49
9.1.2 Multi-Phase Mode.............................................................................................................................................................. 49
10 Calibration............................................................................................................................................. 51
10.1 Overview................................................................................................................................................................ 51
10.2 Calibration Interval................................................................................................................................................ 51
10.3 Calibration Coefficients......................................................................................................................................... 51
10.4 Calibration Procedures.......................................................................................................................................... 51
11 CE MARK Declaration of Conformity ..................................................................................................... 52
12 RoHS & REACH Declarations ................................................................................................................. 53
INDEX ..............................................................................................................................................54

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Table of Tables
Table 3-1: Included Accessories ...................................................................................................................................14
Table 3-2: Available Remote Control Interface Options ..............................................................................................14
Table 6-1: Front Panel Display and Keyboard Functions..............................................................................................29
Table 6-2: Model 3A060-20 Course and Fine Adjustments..........................................................................................30
Table 6-3: Model 3A150-08 Course and Fine Adjustments..........................................................................................30
Table 6-4: Model 3A300-04 Course and Fine Adjustments..........................................................................................30
Table 6-5: Waveform Bank Data Table........................................................................................................................33
Table 6-6: Internal or External Sync Circuits ................................................................................................................38
Table 6-7: Model 3A060-20 Power-on Settings ...........................................................................................................39
Table 6-8: Model 3A150-08 Power-on Settings ...........................................................................................................39
Table 6-9: Model 3A300-04 Power-on Settings ...........................................................................................................39
Table of Figures
Figure 4-1: Module 3A060-20 V-I Curve.......................................................................................................................18
Figure 4-2: Module 3A150-08 V-I Curve.......................................................................................................................19
Figure 4-3: Module 3A300-04 V-I Curve.......................................................................................................................20
Figure 5-1: Installation or removal of a load module ..................................................................................................21
Figure 6-1: 3A Series Load Front Panel ........................................................................................................................24
Figure 6-2: Front Panel User Controls and Indicators ..................................................................................................25
Figure 6-3: Waveforms in Banks 0 through 2 ..............................................................................................................33
Figure 6-4: Waveforms in Banks 3 through 5 ..............................................................................................................34
Figure 6-5: Waveforms in Banks 6 through 8 ..............................................................................................................35
Figure 6-6: Square Waveforms Bank 9 ........................................................................................................................36
Figure 6-7: DC Waveforms Bank 10 .............................................................................................................................37
Figure 7-1: Doubling wire size using spade lugs ..........................................................................................................44
Figure 7-2: Internal and External Voltage Sense Connections .....................................................................................46
Figure 9-1: Parallel Load Connection ...........................................................................................................................49
Figure 9-2: Three Phase Wye Connection ...................................................................................................................50
Figure 9-3: Three Phase Delta Connection...................................................................................................................50

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1Contact Information
AMERICA/CANADA
Adaptive Power Systems, Inc.
Irvine, USA
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
EUROPE
Caltest Instruments Ltd.
Guildford, United Kingdom
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
CHINA
PPST Shanghai Co. Ltd.
Shanghai, China
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Web: http://www.adaptivepower.com

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2Front Matter
2.1 Limited Warranty
Adaptive Power Systems, Inc. (APS) warrants each unit to be free from defects in material and
workmanship. For the period of one (1) year from the date of shipment to the purchaser, APS
will either repair or replace, at its sole discretion, any unit returned to the APS factory in Irvine,
California or one of its designated service facilities. It does not cover damage arising from
misuse of the unit or attempted field modifications or repairs. This warranty specifically
excludes damage to other equipment connected to this unit.
Upon notice from the purchaser within (30) days of shipment of units found to be defective in
material or workmanship, APS will pay all shipping charges for the repair or replacement. If
notice is received more than thirty (30) days from shipment, all shipping charges shall be paid by
the purchaser. Units returned on debit memos will not be accepted and will be returned
without repair.
This warranty is exclusive of all other warranties, expressed or implied.
2.2 Service and Spare Parts Limited Warranty
APS warrants repair work to be free from defects in material and workmanship for the period of
ninety (90) days from the invoice date. This Service and Spare Parts Limited Warranty applies to
replacement parts or to subassemblies only. All shipping and packaging charges are the sole
responsibility of the buyer. APS will not accept debit memos for returned power sources or for
subassemblies. Debit memos will cause return of power sources or assemblies without repair.
This warranty is exclusive of all other warranties, expressed or implied.
2.3 Safety Information
This chapter contains important information you should read BEFORE attempting to install and
power-up APS Equipment. The information in this chapter is provided for use by experienced
operators. Experienced operators understand the necessity of becoming familiar with, and then
observing, life-critical safety and installation issues. Topics in this chapter include:
•Safety Notices
•Warnings
•Cautions
•Preparation for Installation
•Installation Instructions
Make sure to familiarize yourself with the SAFETY SYMBOLS
shown on the next page. These symbols are used throughout this manual and relate to
important safety information and issues affecting the end user or operator.

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SAFETY SYMBOLS
Direct current (DC)
Alternating current (AC)
Both direct and alternating current
Three-phase alternating current
Off (Supply)
On (Supply)
Protective Earth (ground) terminal
Caution: Refer to this manual before this Product.
Caution, risk of electric shock
Fuse

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2.4 Safety Notices
SAFETY SUMMARY
The following general safety precautions must be observed during all phases of operation,
service, and repair of this instrument. Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific
warnings elsewhere in this manual violates safety standards of design, manufacture, and
intended use of the instrument. Adaptive Power Systems assumes no liability for the customer's
failure to comply with these requirements.
GENERAL
This product is a Safety Class 1 instrument (provided with a protective earth terminal). The
protective features of this product may be impaired if it is used in a manner not specified in the
operation instructions.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
This instrument is intended for indoor use in an installation category I, pollution degree 2
environments. It is designed to operate at a maximum relative humidity of 80% and at altitudes
of up to 2000 meters. Refer to the specifications tables for the ac mains voltage requirements
and ambient operating temperature range.
BEFORE APPLYING POWER
Verify that the product is set to match the available line voltage and the correct fuse is installed.
GROUND THE INSTRUMENT
This product is a Safety Class 1 instrument (provided with a protective earth terminal). To
minimize shock hazard, the instrument chassis and cabinet must be connected to an electrical
ground. The instrument must be connected to the AC power supply mains through a properly
rated three-conductor power cable, with the third wire firmly connected to an electrical ground
(safety ground) at the power outlet. Any interruption of the protective (grounding) conductor or
disconnection of the protective earth terminal will cause a potential shock hazard that could
result in personal injury.
FUSES
Only fuses with the required rated current, voltage, and specified type (normal blow, time delay,
etc.) should be used. Do not use repaired Fuses or short circuit the fuse holder. To do so could
cause a shock or fire hazard.
DO NOT OPERATE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE.
Do not operate the instrument in the presence of flammable gases or fumes.
KEEP AWAY FROM LIVE CIRCUITS.
Operating personnel must not remove instrument covers. Component replacement and internal
adjustments must be made by qualified service personnel. Do not replace components with
power cable connected. Under certain conditions, dangerous voltages may exist even with the
power cable removed. To avoid injuries, always disconnect power, discharge circuits and
remove external voltage sources before touching components.

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DO NOT SERVICE OR ADJUST ALONE.
Do not attempt internal service or adjustment unless another person, capable of rendering first
aid and resuscitation, is present.
DO NOT EXCEED INPUT RATINGS.
This instrument may be equipped with a line filter to reduce electromagnetic interference and
must be connected to a properly grounded receptacle to minimize electric shock hazard.
Operation at line voltages or frequencies in excess of those stated on the data plate may cause
leakage currents in excess of 5.0 mA peak.
DO NOT EXCEED LOAD INPUT VOLTAGE RATING.
WARNING
DO NOT EXCEED LOAD INPUT VOLTAGE RATING
This instrument does NOT have a means to disconnect its Load input from a
connected power supply. If the voltage applied to the Load input exceeds its
maximum rating – even if the load is turned completely off – damage to the load
WILL occur. Damage caused by exceeded maximum load input voltage under any
circumstance is NOT covered by the manufacturer’s product warranty. Remove any
load input connections when the load is not in use, even when it is turned off.
DO NOT SUBSTITUTE PARTS OR MODIFY INSTRUMENT.
Because of the danger of introducing additional hazards, do not install substitute parts or
perform any unauthorized modification to the instrument. Return the instrument to an Adaptive
Power Systems Sales and Service Office for service and repair to ensure that safety features are
maintained.
Instruments that appear damaged or defective should be made inoperative and secured against
unintended operation until they can be repaired by qualified service personnel.