Argantix KDC 30-167 User manual

Revision H
February 2007
Copyright 2003-2007
By California Instruments
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P/N 5005-966
KDC Series
DC Power Supply
User Manual
Series II
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User Manual
User Manual
P/N 5005-966
DC Power Supplies
Argantix
KDC Series II
Copyright 2003-2007, California Instruments, Rev H
Argantixis a registered trademark of California Instruments Corporation.
Specifications subject to change without notice.
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SAFETY SUMMARY
This power supply contains high voltage and current circuits that are potentially lethal.
Because of its size and weight, electrical and mechanical stability must be ensured. The
following safety guidelines must be followed when operating or servicing this equipment.
These guidelines are not a substitute for vigilance and common sense. If this power
supply is not used as specified in this manual, the protection provided by this equipment
may be impaired. California Instruments assumes no liability for the customer's failure to
comply with these requirements.
BEFORE APPLYING POWER
1. Check the units input rating on the type label and verify the correct voltage is applied to the
unit (for example 208 V L-L, 3 Phase).
2. The chassis and cabinet of this power supply must be grounded to minimize shock hazard.
A chassis ground is provided at the input terminal block. This is located at the back of the
cabinet on the lower right hand side (looking at the back of the unit). The chassis ground
must be connected to an electrical ground through an insulated wire (green/yellow) of
sufficient gauge.
3. The KDS Series power supplies do not have internal AC mains disconnect. Instead,
protection is provided by fuses. The on/off button only engages or disengages the bias
supplies, it does not disconnect the AC mains to the unit. It is strongly recommended to
use a suitably rated circuit breaker or mains disconnect device with branch
protection rating per local electrical codes between point of connection and the KDS
unit AC input to enable complete disconnection of AC input power.
FUSES
Use only fuses of the specified current, voltage, and protection speed.
DO NOT OPERATE IN A VOLATILE ATMOSPHERE
Do not operate the power supply in the presence of flammable gases or fumes. This product is
designed to operate in a controlled environment. Do not expose to rain or snow.
DO NOT TOUCH ENERGIZED CIRCUITS
Disconnect the power cable before servicing this equipment. Even with the power cable
disconnected, high voltage can still exist on some circuits. Discharge these voltages before
servicing. Only qualified service personnel may remove covers, replace components or make
adjustments.
DO NOT SERVICE ALONE
Do not remove covers, replace components, or make adjustments unless another person, who
can administer first aid, is present.
DO NOT EXCEED INPUT RATINGS
Do not exceed the rated input voltage or frequency. Additional hazards may be introduced
because of component failure or improper operation.
DO NOT MODIFY INSTRUMENT OR SUBSTITUTE PARTS
Do not modify this instrument or substitute parts. Additional hazards may be introduced because
of component failure or improper operation.
MOVING THE POWER SUPPLY
When moving the power supply, observe the following:
1. Remove all AC power to unit.
2. Use two people to prevent injury.
SURFACE STABILITY
Operate the power supply only on a level surface.
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Electrical Safety Symbols Used in This Manual
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WARRANTY INFORMATION
CALIFORNIA INSTRUMENTS CORPORATION warrants each instrument manufactured by
them to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of five years from the
date of shipment to the original purchaser. Excepted from this warranty are fuses and
batteries that carry the warranty of their original manufacturer where applicable.
CALIFORNIA INSTRUMENTS will service, replace, or adjust any defective part or parts, free
of charge, when the instrument is returned freight both ways prepaid, and when examination
reveals that the fault has not occurred because of misuse, abnormal conditions of operation,
user modification, or attempted user repair. Equipment repaired beyond the effective date of
warranty or when abnormal usage has occurred will be charged at applicable rates.
CALIFORNIA INSTRUMENTS will submit an estimate for such charges before commencing
repair, if so requested.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
If a fault develops, notify CALIFORNIA INSTRUMENTS at [email protected] or its local
representative, giving full details of the difficulty, including the model number and serial
number. On receipt of this information, service information or a Return Material
Authorization (RMA) number will be given. Add the RMA number furnished to the shipping
label. Pack the instrument carefully to prevent transportation damage, affix label to shipping
container, and ship freight prepaid to the factory. CALIFORNIA INSTRUMENTS shall not be
responsible for repair of damage due to improper handling or packing. Instruments returned
without RMA No. or freight collect may be refused at California Instruments discretion. All
Argantix products repaired will be returned freight collect, Ex Works CALIFORNIA
INSTRUMENTS, 9689 Towne Centre Drive, San Diego, CA 92121-1964. If requested, an
estimate of repair charges will be made before work begins on repairs not covered by the
Warranty.
DAMAGE IN TRANSIT
The instrument should be tested when it is received. If it fails to operate properly, or is
damaged in any way, a claim should be filed immediately with the carrier. The claim agent
should obtain a full report of the damage, and a copy of this report should be forwarded to us
by fax or email (Fax: [phone], Email: [email protected]). CALIFORNIA
INSTRUMENTS will prepare an estimate of repair cost and repair the instrument when
authorized by the claim agent. Please include model number and serial number when
referring to the instrument.
SPARE PARTS
To order spare parts, user manuals, or determine the correct replacement part for your
Argantix products, please contact the Customer Service department by phone at + 1 858
404 6936, press 2 or by email [email protected].
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Table of Contents
1Introduction .................................................................................................................................... 1
1.1 General Description ...............................................................................................................................1
1.2 KDC Controllers Series I versus Series II ..............................................................................................2
1.3 Bench Top use ......................................................................................................................................2
1.4 Equipment Rack use..............................................................................................................................2
2Specifications ................................................................................................................................. 3
2.1 Electrical ................................................................................................................................................3
2.2 Measurements.......................................................................................................................................5
2.3 Environmental........................................................................................................................................5
2.4 Mechanical ............................................................................................................................................6
2.5 Agency Approvals..................................................................................................................................6
2.6 Remote Control Interfaces.....................................................................................................................6
2.7 Analog Monitor Outputs .........................................................................................................................7
2.8 Protection ..............................................................................................................................................7
2.9 Controls and Indicators..........................................................................................................................7
2.10 Parallel Operation ..............................................................................................................................8
2.11 Available Options and Accessories....................................................................................................9
2.12 -LC Option .......................................................................................................................................10
2.13 -FT Option .......................................................................................................................................10
3Installation and Functional Test ................................................................................................... 11
3.1 Inspection ............................................................................................................................................11
3.2 Location and Mounting ........................................................................................................................11
3.3 Input / Output Connectors....................................................................................................................12
3.4 Wire Sizing and Lug Size.....................................................................................................................17
3.5 AC Input Wiring....................................................................................................................................18
3.6 Analog Controls (-IF Option)................................................................................................................20
4Front Panel Operation.................................................................................................................. 21
4.1 Functional Controls..............................................................................................................................21
4.2 Menu Structure ....................................................................................................................................27
4.3 How to examples... ..............................................................................................................................49
4.4 Programming output transient lists ......................................................................................................51
4.5 Setting the Power-on Initialization Values............................................................................................53
4.6 Mode Status ........................................................................................................................................54
4.7 Remote Sensing ..................................................................................................................................56
4.8 Remote Output ON / OFF Control .......................................................................................................57
5Operating Modes ......................................................................................................................... 58
5.1 External Programming Modes .............................................................................................................58
5.2 Multi Unit Configurations......................................................................................................................63
6Principle of Operation .................................................................................................................. 71
6.1 General................................................................................................................................................71
6.2 Overall Description ..............................................................................................................................71
6.3 Bias Power Supply (A7) .......................................................................................................................71
6.4 Power Module (A9 through A11)..........................................................................................................76
6.5 Controller Module (A3).........................................................................................................................78
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7Calibration.................................................................................................................................... 81
7.1 Calibration Equipment ......................................................................................................................... 81
7.2 Calibration Password .......................................................................................................................... 82
7.3 Routine Calibration.............................................................................................................................. 83
7.4 Output Calibration ............................................................................................................................... 84
7.5 Measurement Calibration .................................................................................................................... 87
7.6 Non-Routine Calibration ...................................................................................................................... 89
8Service ......................................................................................................................................... 91
8.1 General ............................................................................................................................................... 91
8.2 Basic Operation................................................................................................................................... 91
8.3 Module Removal ................................................................................................................................. 94
8.4 Controller Jumper Settings.................................................................................................................. 97
8.5 Firmware Updates ............................................................................................................................... 97
8.6 Replaceable Parts ............................................................................................................................. 100
8.7 Available accessories........................................................................................................................ 101
9Remote Control.......................................................................................................................... 103
9.1 Introduction ....................................................................................................................................... 103
9.2 KDCGUI Program Requirements ...................................................................................................... 104
9.3 RS232C Interface.............................................................................................................................. 104
9.4 Optional IEEE Interface..................................................................................................................... 106
9.5 KDCGUI Installation ......................................................................................................................... 106
9.6 Trouble Shooting - RS232C .............................................................................................................. 107
9.7 Trouble Shooting - IEEE-488 / GPIB ................................................................................................. 108
9.8 Software Registration ........................................................................................................................ 108
10 Programming Syntax.............................................................................................................. 109
11 Options ................................................................................................................................... 110
11.1 Introduction ................................................................................................................................... 110
11.2 MIL704 Option............................................................................................................................... 111
Appendix A: Error Messages ............................................................................................................ 119
Index.................................................................................................................................................. 123
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List of Figures
Figure 1-1: KDC Series DC Power Supply.............................................................................................................1
Figure 3-1: Location of rear panel connectors .....................................................................................................16
Figure 3-2: DC Output bus bar studs...................................................................................................................17
Figure 3-4: Toroid Installation, -400V input model. ..............................................................................................18
Figure 3-5: Outline Drawing Chassis Dimensions (Shown with safety covers) ....................................................19
Figure 4-1: Front Panel View ...............................................................................................................................21
Figure 4-2: Shuttle Knobs ....................................................................................................................................22
Figure 4-3: Front panel layout..............................................................................................................................23
Figure 4-4: Keypad layout....................................................................................................................................24
Figure 4-5: Display and Shuttle Knobs interaction ...............................................................................................25
Figure 4-6: Sample Transient Output Sequence .................................................................................................52
Figure 4-7: Constant Power Mode Profile............................................................................................................55
Figure 4-8: Remote Sensing Operation at the Load ............................................................................................56
Figure 4-9: Remote On / Off Control by Contact Closure ....................................................................................57
Figure 4-10: Remote On / Off Using Isolated TTL/CMOS Voltage Supply...........................................................57
Figure 5-1: Remote Voltage Programming Using 0-5 or 0-10 VDC Source.........................................................58
Figure 5-2: Remove Voltage Programming Using Resistance.............................................................................60
Figure 5-3: Remote Voltage Programming Using a Current Source ....................................................................60
Figure 5-4: Remote Current Programming Using 0-5 or 0-10 VDC Source .........................................................61
Figure 5-5: Remote Current Programming Using Resistance..............................................................................62
Figure 5-6: Remote Current Programming Using a Current Source ....................................................................62
Figure 5-7: Parallel Cable Interconnect Accessory..............................................................................................64
Figure 5-8: Auto-Parallel Operation – 2 KDC units ..............................................................................................67
Figure 5-9: Auto-Parallel Operation – 3 KDC units ..............................................................................................68
Figure 5-10: Auto-Series Operation.....................................................................................................................69
Figure 5-11: Auto Tracking Operation .................................................................................................................70
Figure 6-1: DC Power Supply Block Diagram ......................................................................................................73
Figure 6-2: DC Power Supply Block Diagram with -IF option...............................................................................74
Figure 6-3: KDC with -IF option, Simplified Block Diagram..................................................................................75
Figure 6-4: DC Module Block Diagram ................................................................................................................77
Figure 7-1: Test Equipment Hookup for Routine Output and Measurement Calibration ......................................83
Figure 8-1: Assembly Location ............................................................................................................................94
Figure 8-2: Replaceable Fuse Locations ...........................................................................................................102
Figure 9-1: KDCGUI Main screen......................................................................................................................103
Figure 9-2: Rear Panel View..............................................................................................................................106
Figure 11-1: OPTIONS screen ..........................................................................................................................110
Figure 11-2: Available options ...........................................................................................................................110
Figure 11-3: APPLICATIONS Screen................................................................................................................113
Figure 11-4: MIL704 Menu ................................................................................................................................113
Figure 11-5: MIL704 DC Menu - 1 of 3 ..............................................................................................................114
Figure 11-6: MIL704 DC Menu - 2 of 3 ..............................................................................................................114
Figure 11-7: MIL704 DC Menu - 3 of 3 ..............................................................................................................114
Figure 11-8: Steady State DC............................................................................................................................114
Figure 11-9: Transient Menu .............................................................................................................................115
Figure 11-10: Abnormal Test Screen.................................................................................................................116
Figure 11-11: Emergency Test ..........................................................................................................................117
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List of Tables
Table 3-1: Rear Panel Input and /Output Connectors ......................................................................................... 12
Table 3-2: Output Connection Description .......................................................................................................... 13
Table 3-3: Input Connection Description ............................................................................................................. 13
Table 3-4: RS232C Connector - J20 ................................................................................................................... 13
Table 3-5: Analog I/O Connector (Isolated) - J22................................................................................................ 14
Table 3-6: Auxiliary I/O Connector (Non-Isolated) - J21...................................................................................... 15
Table 3-7: Minimum Wire Size Table .................................................................................................................. 17
Table 4-1: Front panel menu structure ................................................................................................................ 28
Table 4-2: Transient programming resolution from front panel............................................................................ 38
Table 4-3: Configuration Control Modes.............................................................................................................. 43
Table 4-4: Sample Transient List ........................................................................................................................ 52
Table 4-5: Factory Default Power on Settings..................................................................................................... 53
Table 4-6: Operating Modes................................................................................................................................ 54
Table 5-1: Master or Auxiliary Controller Configuration Jumper Settings ............................................................ 65
Table 5-2: Master Configuration Jumper Settings ............................................................................................... 65
Table 7-1: Load Resistors and Current by model................................................................................................ 81
Table 8-1: Basic Symptoms ................................................................................................................................ 91
Table 8-2: Poor Output Voltage Accuracy........................................................................................................... 91
Table 8-3: Poor Output Voltage Regulation......................................................................................................... 91
Table 8-4: Unit Shuts Down After 3-5 Seconds................................................................................................... 92
Table 8-5: No Output and No Lights on Front Panel ........................................................................................... 92
Table 8-6: No Output But "Display" Is On........................................................................................................... 92
Table 8-7: Master or Auxiliary Configuration Jumper Settings ............................................................................ 97
Table 8-8: Master or Auxiliary Configuration Jumper Settings ............................................................................ 97
Table 8-9: Replaceable Parts............................................................................................................................ 101
Table 8-10: Power Module Output Capacitance................................................................................................ 101
Table 11-1: KDC restrictions -704 option .......................................................................................................... 112
Table 11-2: Error Messages.............................................................................................................................. 122
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1 Introduction
1.1 General Description
Figure 1-1: KDC Series DC Power Supply
The Argantix KDC Series DC Programmable Power Supplies are designed specifically for
laboratory test and systems applications requiring single output, variable DC voltage and current
with good ripple and regulation characteristics and sophisticated control and measurement
capabilities. The KDC Series comes in a 3U chassis and can operate in constant current or
constant voltage mode with auto crossover feature. Available Power levels are 5kW, 10kW and
15kW.
Simple menu driven front panel controls enable the voltage and current limit to be changed.
Measurements of voltage, current, peak current and power can also be read from the front panel
LED displays.
The front panel contains an output on/off button for controlling the DC supply output and an
output LED indicator that informs the operator of the output status at all time.
The LCD display is used to display the programmed voltage and current as well as all
measurements. More advanced functions can be accessed through nested levels of menus.
A standard RS232C and optional IEEE 488 interface is available for applications that require
remote control and measurements. While operated remotely, the front panel can be locked out
and the remote control status is indicated by a REMOTE LED.
A power on/off switch can be used to turn the DC supply on or off.
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