Chroma 63200A Series Owner's manual

High Power Electronic Load
63200A Series
Operation & Programming Manual

High Power Electronic Load
63200A Series
Operation & Programming
Manual
Version 1.0
March 2015

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Legal Notices
The information in this document is subject to change without notice.
Chroma ATE INC. makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this manual, including, but
not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
Chroma ATE INC. shall not be held liable for errors contained herein or direct, indirect,
special, incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance,
or use of this material.
CHROMA ATE INC.
66 Huaya 1st Road, Guishan, Taoyuan 33383, Taiwan
Copyright Notices. Copyright 2015 Chroma ATE INC., all rights reserved. Reproduction,
adaptation, or translation of this document without prior written permission is prohibited,
except as allowed under the copyright laws.

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Warranty
All of Chroma’s instruments are warranted against defects in material and workmanship for a
period of one year from date of shipment. Chroma agrees to repair or replace any assembly
or component found to be defective, under normal use during this period. Chroma’s
obligation under this warranty is limited solely to repairing any such instrument, which in
Chroma’s sole opinion proves to be defective within the scope of the warranty when returned
to the factory or to an authorized service center. Purchaser is responsible for the shipping
and cost of the service item to Chroma factory or service center. Shipment should not be
made without prior authorization by Chroma.
This warranty does not apply to any products repaired or altered by persons not authorized
by Chroma, or not in accordance with instructions furnished by Chroma. If the instrument is
defective as a result of misuse, improper repair, or abnormal conditions or operations,
repairs will be billed at cost.
Chroma assumes no responsibility for its product being used in a hazardous or dangerous
manner either alone or in conjunction with other equipment. High voltage used in some
instruments may be dangerous if misused. Special disclaimers apply to these instruments.
Chroma assumes no liability for secondary charges or consequential damages and in any
event, Chroma’s liability for breach of warranty under any contract or otherwise, shall not
exceed the purchase price of the specific instrument shipped and against which a claim is
made.
Any recommendations made by Chroma regarding the use of its products are based upon
tests believed to be reliable; Chroma makes no warranty of the results to be obtained. This
warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied, and no representative or
person is authorized to represent or assume for Chroma any liability in connection with the
sale of our products other than set forth herein.
CHROMA ATE INC.
66 Huaya 1st Road, Guishan,
Taoyuan 33383, Taiwan
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [email protected]
http://www.chromaate.com

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Material Contents Declaration
The recycling label shown on the product indicates the Hazardous Substances contained in
the product as the table listed below.
: See <Table 1>.
: See <Table 2>.
<Table 1>
Part Name
Hazardous Substances
Lead
Mercury
Cadmium
Hexavalent
Chromium
Polybrominated
Biphenyls
Polybromodiphenyl
Ethers
Pb
Hg
Cd
Cr6+
PBB
PBDE
PCBA
O
O
O
O
O
O
CHASSIS
O
O
O
O
O
O
ACCESSORY
O
O
O
O
O
O
PACKAGE
O
O
O
O
O
O
“O” indicates that the level of the specified chemical substance is less than the threshold level
specified in the standards of SJ/T-11363-2006 and EU 2005/618/EC.
“” indicates that the level of the specified chemical substance exceeds the threshold level
specified in the standards of SJ/T-11363-2006 and EU 2005/618/EC.
Disposal
Do not dispose of electrical appliances as unsorted municipal waste; use separate collection
facilities. Contact your local government for information regarding the collection systems
available. If electrical appliances are disposed of in landfills or dumps, hazardous
substances can leak into the groundwater and get into the food chain, damaging your health
and well-being. When replacing old appliances with a new one, the retailer is legally
obligated to take back your old appliances for disposal free of charge.

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<Table 2>
Part Name
Hazardous Substances
Lead
Mercury
Cadmium
Hexavalent
Chromium
Polybrominated
Biphenyls
Polybromodiphenyl
Ethers
Pb
Hg
Cd
Cr6+
PBB
PBDE
PCBA

O
O
O
O
O
CHASSIS

O
O
O
O
O
ACCESSORY

O
O
O
O
O
PACKAGE
O
O
O
O
O
O
“O” indicates that the level of the specified chemical substance is less than the threshold level
specified in the standards of SJ/T-11363-2006 and EU 2005/618/EC.
“” indicates that the level of the specified chemical substance exceeds the threshold level
specified in the standards of SJ/T-11363-2006 and EU 2005/618/EC.
1. Chroma is not fully transitioned to lead-free solder assembly at this moment; however,
most of the components used are RoHS compliant.
2. The environment-friendly usage period of the product is assumed under the operating
environment specified in each product’s specification.
Disposal
Do not dispose of electrical appliances as unsorted municipal waste; use separate collection
facilities. Contact your local government for information regarding the collection systems
available. If electrical appliances are disposed of in landfills or dumps, hazardous
substances can leak into the groundwater and get into the food chain, damaging your health
and well-being. When replacing old appliances with a new one, the retailer is legally
obligated to take back your old appliances for disposal free of charge.

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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 specific
WARNINGS given elsewhere in this manual will violate safety standards of design,
manufacture, and intended use of the instrument. Chroma assumes no liability for the
customer’s failure to comply with these requirements.
BEFORE APPLYING POWER
Verify that the power is set to match the rated input of this power
supply.
PROTECTIVE GROUNDING
Make sure to connect the protective grounding to prevent an electric
shock before turning on the power.
NECESSITY OF PROTECTIVE GROUNDING
Never cut off the internal or external protective grounding wire, or
disconnect the wiring of protective grounding terminal. Doing so will
cause a potential shock hazard that may bring injury to a person.
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-circuited fuse holders. 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. The instrument should be used in an environment of good
ventilation.
DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER OF THE INSTRUMENT
Operating personnel must not remove the cover of the instrument.
Component replacement and internal adjustment can be done only by
qualified service personnel.

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Safety Symbols
DANGER –High voltage.
Explanation: To avoid injury, death of personnel, or damage to the
instrument, the operator must refer to the explanation in the
instruction manual.
High temperature: This symbol indicates the temperature is
hazardous to human beings. Do not touch it to avoid any personal
injury.
Protective grounding terminal: This symbol indicates that the
terminal must be connected to ground before operation of the
equipment to protect against electrical shock in case of a fault.
Functional grounding: To identify an earth (ground) terminal in
cases where the protective ground is not explicitly stated. This
symbol indicates the power connector does not provide grounding.
Frame or chassis: To identify a frame or chassis terminal.
Alternating Current (AC)
Direct Current (DC) / Alternating Current (AC)
Direct Current (DC)
Push-on/Push-off power switch
WARNING
The WARNING sign highlights an essential operating or maintenance
procedure, practice, condition, statement, etc., which if not strictly
observed, could result in injury to, or death of, personnel or long term
health hazards.
CAUTION
The CAUTION sign highlights an essential operating or maintenance
procedure, practice, condition, statement, etc., which if not strictly
observed, could result in damage to, or destruction of, equipment.
The Notice sign highlights an essential operating or maintenance
procedure, condition, or statement.

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Revision History
The following lists the additions, deletions and modifications in this manual at each revision.
Date
Version
Revised Sections
Mar. 2015
1.0
Complete this manual.

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Table of Contents
1. Overview ................................................................................................................... 1-1
Introduction......................................................................................................... 1-11.1 Description.......................................................................................................... 1-11.2 Features ............................................................................................................. 1-11.3 Specifications...................................................................................................... 1-21.4 Dimensions of 63200A Series Electronic Loads.................................................. 1-61.5
2. Installation ................................................................................................................ 2-1
Introduction......................................................................................................... 2-12.1 Inspection ........................................................................................................... 2-12.2 Installing the Communication Interface Expansion Slot....................................... 2-22.3 Line Voltage................................................................................................ 2-22.3.1 Turn-On Self-Test ....................................................................................... 2-32.3.2
Application Connection ....................................................................................... 2-32.4 Load Connections....................................................................................... 2-32.4.1 Vsense Remote Sensing Connections........................................................ 2-52.4.2 Parallel Connection..................................................................................... 2-62.4.3
Remote Control Connection................................................................................ 2-62.5 Maintenance & Cleaning..................................................................................... 2-72.6 Calibration & Verification..................................................................................... 2-72.7
3. Operation Overview.................................................................................................. 3-1
Introduction......................................................................................................... 3-13.1 Front Panel......................................................................................................... 3-13.2 VFD............................................................................................................. 3-23.2.1 HOTKEY..................................................................................................... 3-33.2.2 Function Keys ............................................................................................. 3-33.2.3 Arrow Keys & Push Button Rotary............................................................... 3-43.2.4
Rear Panel.......................................................................................................... 3-43.3 Voltage & Current Monitoring (V/I Mon)....................................................... 3-53.3.1 System Bus Port ......................................................................................... 3-53.3.2 DIGITIAL IO................................................................................................ 3-63.3.3 Extended Communication Interface ............................................................ 3-73.3.4 USB Remote Control................................................................................... 3-83.3.5
Local/Remote Control......................................................................................... 3-8
3.4 Configure............................................................................................................ 3-83.5 Load Setup.................................................................................................. 3-93.5.1 Measurement............................................................................................ 3-113.5.2 Parallel & Sync.......................................................................................... 3-113.5.3 GO/NG Spec. Testing............................................................................... 3-123.5.4 Customized Protection.............................................................................. 3-143.5.5 Setting Remote Communication Interface................................................. 3-143.5.6 System Setup............................................................................................ 3-143.5.7
Basic Operation Modes..................................................................................... 3-153.6 Constant Current Mode............................................................................. 3-163.6.1 Constant Resistance Mode ....................................................................... 3-173.6.2 Constant Voltage Mode............................................................................. 3-183.6.3 Constant Power Mode............................................................................... 3-193.6.4 CCD Mode ................................................................................................ 3-213.6.5 CRD Mode ................................................................................................ 3-223.6.6
Advance Mode.................................................................................................. 3-233.7 BATT (Battery Discharge Timer)............................................................... 3-243.7.1

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SWD (Sine Wave Dynamic)...................................................................... 3-243.7.2 OCP&OPP................................................................................................ 3-253.7.3 SWP (CC Dynamic Sweep)....................................................................... 3-263.7.4 CZ Mode................................................................................................... 3-273.7.5 CVCC........................................................................................................ 3-273.7.6 CRCC........................................................................................................ 3-283.7.7 CVCR........................................................................................................ 3-283.7.8 Auto Mode................................................................................................. 3-293.7.9 Setting a Program Sequence.................................................................... 3-293.7.10 UDW (User Defined Waveform)................................................................ 3-313.7.11 EXTERNAL WAVE Control....................................................................... 3-313.7.12
4. Remote Operation .................................................................................................... 4-1
Overview............................................................................................................. 4-14.1 Introduction to Programming............................................................................... 4-14.2 Basic Definition ........................................................................................... 4-14.2.1 Numerical Data Formats ............................................................................. 4-24.2.2 Character Data Formats.............................................................................. 4-34.2.3 Arbitrary Block Data Format........................................................................ 4-34.2.4 Separators and Terminators........................................................................ 4-34.2.5
Language Dictionary........................................................................................... 4-54.3 Common Commands .................................................................................. 4-54.3.1 Specific Commands .................................................................................... 4-84.3.2 MODE Subsystem................................................................................... 4-84.3.2.1 LOAD Subsystem.................................................................................... 4-84.3.2.2 CONFIGURE Subsystem...................................................................... 4-104.3.2.3 CURRENT Subsystem.......................................................................... 4-154.3.2.4 RESISTANCE Subsystem..................................................................... 4-194.3.2.5 VOLTAGE Subsystem........................................................................... 4-234.3.2.6 POWER Subsystem.............................................................................. 4-254.3.2.7 ADVANCE Subsystem .......................................................................... 4-264.3.2.8 DIGITIZING Subsystem ........................................................................ 4-444.3.2.9 SPECIFICATION Subsystem ................................................................ 4-474.3.2.10 FETCH Subsystem................................................................................ 4-504.3.2.11 MEASURE Subsystem.......................................................................... 4-534.3.2.12 PROGRAM Subsystem......................................................................... 4-544.3.2.13 SYNCHRONOUS Subsystem................................................................ 4-59
4.3.2.14 STATUS Subsystem ............................................................................. 4-594.3.2.15 SYSTEM Subsystem............................................................................. 4-624.3.2.16
5. Status Reporting....................................................................................................... 5-1
Introduction......................................................................................................... 5-15.1 Register Information in Common ........................................................................ 5-15.2 Channel Status............................................................................................ 5-35.2.1 Channel Summary ...................................................................................... 5-45.2.2 Questionable Status.................................................................................... 5-45.2.3 Output Queue ............................................................................................. 5-45.2.4 Standard Event Status ................................................................................ 5-55.2.5 Status Byte Register ................................................................................... 5-55.2.6 Service Request Enable Register................................................................ 5-6
5.2.7
6. Verification................................................................................................................ 6-1
Introduction......................................................................................................... 6-16.1 Equipment Required........................................................................................... 6-16.2 Performance Tests ............................................................................................. 6-26.3

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CC Mode Verification .................................................................................. 6-26.3.1 CV Mode Verification................................................................................... 6-36.3.2
Appendix A Precautions for Loading Battery..........................................................A-1
A.1 Measures for Improvement.................................................................................A-2
A.1.1 Additional Protection Switch........................................................................A-2
A.1.2 Operation....................................................................................................A-3

Overview
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1. Overview
Introduction1.1
This manual describes the specifications, installation, and programming of 63200A Series
High Power Electronic Loads.
Description1.2
The functions of 63200A Series Electronic Loads are the same except the input voltage, load
current and operable power. All models can be operated under basic and advanced loading
modes.
Figure 1-1 63205A-150-500 DC Electronic Load
Features1.3
CC (Constant Current), CR (Constant Resistance), CV (Constant Voltage), CP
(Constant Power), CCD (Constant Current Dynamic) and CRD (Constant Resistance
Dynamic) operating modes.
Programmable slew rate, load levels, load periods and conduct voltage (Von).
Programmable dynamic loading with speed up to 50kHz (limited by Minimum Rise
Time.)
Minimum input resistance, allows load to sink high current even with low input voltage
(see SPEC.)
Selective voltage and current ranges.
Remote sensing capability.
256 sets of memories to save/recall user-definable setups.

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10 sets of programs to link files for automatic test.
A/D converter with precision measurement.
Short circuit simulation.
Master/Slave parallel control mode, allow synchronous load control under static and
dynamic loading mode.
Automatic GO/NG inspection to examine if the UUT is within spec.
Protection for over voltage, over current, overpower and over temperature along with
reverse polarity warning.
Front panel keys for local operation.
Smart fan with temperature control to reduce the noise.
Remote PC control via GPIB or USB.
Isolated voltage and current to monitor the waveform output.
Isolated external Vdc reference input to control the Load current.
Specifications1.4
Electronic Load
Model
63205A-150-500
63206A-150-600
Configuration*2
5,000W
6,000W
Voltage*3
0-150V
0-150V
Current
0-50A
0-250A
0-500A
0-60A
0-300A
0-600A
Power
0-5,000W
0-6,000W
Min. operating
voltage (DC)
0.15V @
50A
0.75V @
250A
1.5V @
500A
0.18V @
60A
0.9V
@300A
1.8V @
600A
CC mode
Range
0-50A
0-250A
0-500A
0-60A
0-300A
0-600A
Resolution
0.5mA
2mA
5mA
0.5mA
2mA
5mA
Accuracy
0.05%+0.05%F.S.
0.05%+0.05%F.S.
Accuracy*1
0.1% F.S.(under 0.2% Low Range )
0.1% F.S. (under 0.2% Low Range )
CR mode
Range
0.005Ω-50Ω (16V/5kW)
0.020Ω-200Ω (80V/5kW)
0.5Ω-1000Ω (150V/5kW)
0.005Ω-50Ω (16V/6kW)
0.020Ω-200Ω (80V/6kW)
0.5Ω-1000Ω (150V/6kW)
Resolution*4
5mA/Vsense
5mA/Vsense
Accuracy
Vin/Rset*(0.2%)+0.2% IF.S.
Vin/Rset*(0.2%)+0.2% IF.S.
CV mode
Range
0-16V
0-80V
0-150V
0-16V
0-80V
0-150V
Resolution
0.1mV
0.5mV
1mV
0.1mV
0.5mV
1mV
Accuracy
0.025%+0.025%F.S.
0.025%+0.025%F.S.
CP mode
Range
0-500W
0-2,500W
0-5,000W
0-600W
0-3,000W
0-6,000W
Resolution
5mW
50mW
100mW
10mW
50mW
100mW
Accuracy*5
0.2%+0.2%F.S.
0.2%+0.2%F.S.
CZ mode
Range
CL: 30μF-50,000μF
RL: as CR
Ls: 0.1μH-20μH
Rs: 30mΩ-20Ω

Overview
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Resolution
CL: 1μF / Ls: 0.1μH / Rs: AS CR /RL: as CR
CC+CV
Refer to CC & CV specifications.
CV+CR
Refer to CV & CR specifications.
CR+CC
Refer to CR & CC specifications.
Auto
Refer to CV&CR & CC & CP specifications.
Dynamic mode
T1 & T2
0.020-99.999ms/100ms-99999ms
0.020-99.999ms/100ms-99999ms
Resolution
1μs/1ms
1μs/1ms
Accuracy
1us+100ppm
1us+100ppm
Slew rate
0.5mA/μs-
5A/μs
2mA/μs-
25A/μs
5mA/μs-
50A/μs
0.5mA/μs-
6A/μs
2mA/μs-
30A/μs
5mA/μs-
60A/μs
Resolution
0.5mA/μs
1mA/μs
5mA/μs
0.5mA/μs
2mA/μs
5mA/μs
Accuracy
5% ± 10μs
5% ± 10μs
Min. rise
time*6
10μs (Typical)
10μs (Typical)
Other
Input
Damping
R+C
12uF+0.14Ω(15W)
12uF+0.14Ω(15W)
Measurement Spec.
Model
63205A-150-500
63206A-150-600
Voltage read back
Range
0-16V
0-80V
0-150V
0-16V
0-80V
0-150V
Resolution
0.1mV
0.5mV
1mV
0.1mV
0.5mV
1mV
Accuracy
0.015%+0.015%F.S.
0.015%+0.015%F.S.
Input Resistance
800kΩ(Typical)
800kΩ(Typical)
Current read back
Range
0-50A
0-250A
0-500A
0-60A
0-300A
0-600A
Resolution
0.5mA
2mA
5mA
0.5mA
2mA
5mA
Accuracy
0.04%+0.04%F.S.
0.04%+0.04%F.S.
Power read back
Range
0-5,000W
0-6,000W
Accuracy*5
0.1%+0.1%F.S.
0.1%+0.1%F.S.
System Spec.
Battery Discharge
Range
1s-100,000s
Resolution
1s
End Trigger
Voltage level
Accuracy
0.01%
Presentation
Elapse : s
Charge :AH
Energy : WH
Program mode
Sequence No.
256 / Program
Dwell / SEQ
0.1ms - 30s (Resolution:0.1ms)
Spec Check
Voltage / Current / Power
Ext Wave
Mode
CC, CR, CV

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Range
as mode range
Level
0 - 10V
Accuracy
0.4%F.S.
CC mode BW
20kHz
Input impedance
10kΩ
Resolution
4mV
Monitor
Voltage Range
0~L_range F.S
0~M_range F.S
0~H_range F.S
Current Range
0~L_range F.S
0~M_range F.S
0~H_range F.S
Output
0-10V
Bandwidth
20kHz
Accuracy
0.5%F.S.
Output impedance
10kΩ
Resolution
4mV
Protection
Over Current
Yes (Settable)
Over Power
Yes (Settable)
Over Temperature
Yes
Over Voltage Alarm
Yes
Reverse Alarm
Yes
Short*8
Mode
CC, CR, CV, CP
Other
Operating Temp
0-40°C
Storage Temp
-20-80°C
Temperature
Coefficient
100ppm/°C (Typical)
EMC & Safety
CE
Input Power & Dimensions
Model
63205A-150-500
63206A-150-600
AC Input Range
100-240VAC / 47-63Hz
Maximum VA
200VA(max)
200VA(max)
Fuse
2.5A
2.5A
Weight
35kg / 77.2lbs
35kg / 77.2lbs
HxWxD*
177 x 428 x 647 mm / 6.97 x 16.85 x 25.47 inch
Noise*7
78.5 dB(max)
78.5 dB(max)
*This value is the maximum noise measured 1 meter in front of the load frame when the Electronic
Load is full power at 40°C.
*The height indicated here does not include the stand 17.8mm/0.7 inch and the depth does not include
the protective cover 63.41mm/2.5 inch.
CAUTION
This equipment is not intended for performing measurements on CAT II,
III or IV.
1. The specifications are guaranteed to meet specified performance at
temperature range of 25±5°C.
2. The power rating specifications at ambient temperature = 25°C and
see the diagram below for power derating.

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3. If the operating voltage exceeds the rated voltage for 1.1 times, it
would cause permanent damage to the device.
4. Please refer to user's manual for detail specifications, and S
(siemens) is the SI unit of conductance, equal to one reciprocal
ohm
5. Power F.S. = Vrange F.S. × Irang F.S.
6. The specification is valid only for loading current >20A.
7. The measured maximum noise is tested under the condition of
40°C ambient temperature with full power for 5 minutes and 1
meter away from the frame.
8. The short circuit function is to simulate full power loading and is
unable to do mechanical short circuit.