Cedrat Technologies CSA96 User manual

CEDRAT TECHNOLOGIES www.cedrat-technologies.com
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CSA96
CURRENT SWITCHING AMPLIFIER
Version : 1.0
Date: 08/09/2016

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CAUTION: READ BEFORE OPENING
For safety purposes these instructions must be read before use of this product.
This power amplifier is dedicated to magnetic actuators.
Only qualified personnel should work on or around this equipment
and only after becoming
thoroughly familiar with all warnings, safety notices, and procedures contained herein.
The successful and safe operation of this equipment is dependent on proper handling,
installation and operation.
A "qualified person" is one who
is familiar with the installation, construction and operation of
the equipment and the hazards involved. In addition, he/she has the following qualifications :
is trained and authorized to energize, de-
energize, clean, and ground equipment in accordance
with established practices,
is trained in the proper care and use of protective equipment in
accordance with established safety practices.

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Table of contents
1. DESCRIPTION ........................................... 5
2. MAIN FEATURES ......................................... 5
3. APPLICATIONS .......................................... 6
4. INTENDED USE .......................................... 6
5. ELECTRICAL SAFETY INFORMATION ........................... 6
6. INFORMATION ON DISPOSAL FOR USERS OF WASTE ELECTRICAL &
ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT (PRIVATE HOUSEHOLDS) ................. 8
7. INTERFACES............................................ 9
7.1. FRONT SIDE ................................................ 9
7.2. CONTROL PORT ............................................ 10
7.3. OPTOCOUPLERS ............................................ 11
7.4. TOP SIDE – POWER SUPPLY TERMINAL ............................ 13
7.5. BOTTOM SIDE – ACTUATOR TERMINALS ........................... 15
7.6. WIRING .................................................. 16
8. THEORY OF OPERATION................................... 18
8.1. PRINCIPLE ................................................ 18
8.2. AMPLIFIER EFFICIENCY AND COOLING............................. 19
8.3. LIMITATIONS AND PROTECTIONS ................................ 20
8.3.1. Current limitation ................................................................ 20
8.3.2. Energy recovery ................................................................. 20
8.3.3. Rheostatic braking ............................................................... 20
8.3.4. Buffer capacitor extension .......................................................... 21
8.3.5. Protections .................................................................... 22
9. MAIN VOLTAGE CONNEXIONS ............................... 22

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9.1.1. Circuit breaker .................................................................. 22
10. OPERATING INSTRUCTION FOR THE AMPLIFIER .................. 23
10.1. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS ...................................... 23
TROUBLESHOOTING ......................................... 24
WARRANTY CONDITIONS AND EXCEPTIONS ........................ 25
INSPECTION UPON RECEIPT ................................... 26
AFTER-SALES SERVICE ....................................... 27
APPENDIX 1 : CSA96 TECHNICAL DATA SHEET ...................... 28
APPENDIX 2 : TROUBLESHOOTING FORM .......................... 31

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1. DESCRIPTION
The CSA96 consists in a powerful and compact current switching amplifier designed to drive magnetic
actuators. It includes a power supply and as options, the possibility to connect an external power supply to
drive more voltage or a control board dedicated to advanced control of actuators (position control, velocity
control, etc.).
The external dimensions of the CSA96 are the following:
CSA96
Width : 140 mm
Length : 210 mm
Height : 59 mm
In case of optional controller, the height is 71mm.
2. MAIN FEATURES
CSA96 Included Power Supply External Power Supply
Option IS ES
Voltage 96V 200V
Current 20A 20A
Apparent Power 1920VA 4000VA
Active Power <660W 4kW max
Efficiency typ. (amplifier) 96% 96%
Efficiency typ. (supply) 93.5% -
Switching frequency 50kHz 50kHz
The CSA96-IS is characterized by an integrated power supply 110/230Vac to 96V – 660W.
Fully isolated from ground. (4.2kV between primary and secondary)
Power Factor Correction.

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
High apparent and active power output.
Compact.
3.
APPLICATIONS
Control
of large bipolar magnetic actuators.

High magnetic field generation.
4.
INTENDED USE
The CSA96 is intended to be use
d
5.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY IN
The following safety symbol is used in this manual
Warning
For you own safety and for your system security, be sure to carefully respect that
information.
In order to achieve a safe operation of the
information is intended to protect the user and the product and allows safe operating of the product.
The product includes two earth connections, one is intended to connect the driver to the earth, and t
is to connect the actuator to the earth.
Warning
Since the package is fully metallic, you need to connect the driver to the earth for
the user to be safe.
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High apparent and active power output.
APPLICATIONS
of large bipolar magnetic actuators.
High magnetic field generation.
INTENDED USE
d
in electrical cabinets.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY IN
FORMATION
The following safety symbol is used in this manual
.
For you own safety and for your system security, be sure to carefully respect that
information.
In order to achieve a safe operation of the
CSA96-12
driver, some safety information must be given. This
information is intended to protect the user and the product and allows safe operating of the product.
The product includes two earth connections, one is intended to connect the driver to the earth, and t
is to connect the actuator to the earth.
Since the package is fully metallic, you need to connect the driver to the earth for
the user to be safe.
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FORMATION
For you own safety and for your system security, be sure to carefully respect that
driver, some safety information must be given. This
information is intended to protect the user and the product and allows safe operating of the product.
The product includes two earth connections, one is intended to connect the driver to the earth, and t
he other
Since the package is fully metallic, you need to connect the driver to the earth for

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Only qualified personnel can
install the
12.
Danger
Do not open the product during or after use, lethal voltages may be present even
after the product has been turned off.
A qualified person is a person who is entitled to p
Danger
This device
qualified personnel. Do not operate the device when there are exposed
conductors. Parts of the circuit may store charge so precautions must also be
taken when the device is not powered.
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install the
CSA96-12
. Only Cedrat Technologies can open or
Do not open the product during or after use, lethal voltages may be present even
after the product has been turned off.
A qualified person is a person who is entitled to p
erform near electric endanger.
This device
produces hazardous potentials and should be used by suitably
qualified personnel. Do not operate the device when there are exposed
conductors. Parts of the circuit may store charge so precautions must also be
taken when the device is not powered.
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. Only Cedrat Technologies can open or
repair the CSA96-
Do not open the product during or after use, lethal voltages may be present even
erform near electric endanger.
produces hazardous potentials and should be used by suitably
qualified personnel. Do not operate the device when there are exposed
conductors. Parts of the circuit may store charge so precautions must also be

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6. INFORMATION ON DISPOSAL FOR USERS OF
WASTE ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONIC
EQUIPMENT (PRIVATE HOUSEHOLDS)
This symbol on the product(s) and / or accompanying documents means that used electrical and
electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and
recycling, please take this product(s) to designated collection points where it will be accepted free of charge.
Alternatively, in some countries you may be able to return your products to your local retailer upon purchase
of an equivalent new product.
Disposing of this product correctly will help save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative
effects on human health and the environment, which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste
handling.
Please contact your local authority for further details of your nearest designated collection point.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with you national legislation.
For business users in the European Union:
If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for further
information.
Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union
This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this product please contact your local
authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

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7. INTERFACES
7.1.FRONT SIDE

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Figure 1. Front side of the CSA96-12 with optional controller
Reference Designation
1
st
mo
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Power ON
LED (green)
–
This diode lights when the product
is connected to a power source
.
Output ON
LED (green)
–
This diode lights when the product is enabled.
Power Error
LED (red)
–
This diode lights when the
product is in fault state.
COM1
Connector SUBD9
-
M
–
This port is reserved.
Control Port
Connector SUBD9
-
F
–
Control Port.
2
nd
module
Controller Board (TBD)
ECS
Input connector for an Eddy’s Current Sensor from Cedrat Technologies.
Analog I/O
TBD
Ctrl Error
LED (red)
–
This diode lights when the controller board is in fault state.
USB
USB port.
Digital I/O
TBD
Table 1. Electrical interface assignments.
7.2.CONTROL PORT
Figure 2. Internal schematic of the Control Port.
Pin
Number Signal I/O Isolation Type Function