Prostat PBT-531 User manual

User Manual
PBT-531
SHIELDED BAG TEST KIT

PROSTAT® PBTͳ531 SHIELDED BAG TESTER
SecƟon Topic Page
I. Introducon 4
II. Components Included with the PBT-531 4
III. Assembly Instrucon for the PBF-520 Shielded Bag Fixture 5
IV. Pre-Test Setup 6
V. System Verificaon Test 7
VI. Shielding Bag Tesng 9
VII. Power Supply 12
VIII. Charging Baery 12
IX. Frequently Asked Quesons 12
X. Warranty 13
General Specificaons 13
Table of Contents
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I. IntroducƟon
The Prostat PBT-531 is a mul-purpose portable tool that has a variety of uses:
• When used with the supplied PBF-520 Shielding Bag Test Fixture, a storage oscilloscope and a
computer the system can be used to test the discharge shielding properes of packaging materi-
als based on ANSI/ESD STM 11.31.
• The PDS-510 Discharge Simulator can perform two pin manual HBM tesng on ESD sensive
devices up to 4,000 volts. (See ANSI/ESDA/JEDEC JS-001 – Human Body Model Tesng).
• The PDS-510 comes with a precision DC power supply that can be used to charge conducve and
dissipave materials.
WARNING
As with any electrical device, use proper electrical precauons to avoid personnel shock.
Operang discharge simulators such as the PDS-510 HBM Discharge Simulator can result in
electromagnec interference (EMI). Individuals equipped with a heart pacemaker must not
operate the instrument or be in the vicinity while it is being used.
WARNING
Do not operate the PDS-510 with the cover removed. Internal voltages as high as 4,000 volts
are present when powered on. This could present a shock hazard to personnel.
WARNING
This equipment must not be operated in any environment where flammable gases or fumes
are present as this represents a safety hazard.
SERVICE
Do not aempt to service this PDS-510 yourself. Opening the covers of the unit may expose
you to high voltages and possible electric shock. If the unit requires service contact Prostat
for assistance. Opening the cover without authorizaon will void the warranty.
II. Components Included with the PBT-531
• PDS-510 HBM Discharge Simulator
• PBF-520 Shielded Bag Fixture
• Tektronix® CT1 Current Probe (Part of the discharge are assembly)
• PicoScope® Oscilloscope from Pico Technology®
• USB Drive with “Waveform Verificaon Setup“ and “Shielding Bag Test File” files for PicoScope
• Connecon and Grounding Accessories
• PRS-801-W Conducve Rubber Electrode
• PBT-500C Carrying Case
Note: Computer, Laptop or Tablet not included.

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III. Assembly InstrucƟon for the PBF-520 Shielded Bag Fixture
Base Assembly Base Extension Bracket Assembly
Discharge Arm Capacitive Arm
ABCDE
1C
D
2
3
5
4

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IV. Pre-Test Setup
A. Aach the supplied red test lead from the PDS-510’s red HBM Output to the red connector on the
Discharge Arm (C) of the PBF-520 fixture. (Figures 1 and 2).
B. Aach the supplied (short) green lead to the ground connector on the PDS-510 and the other end
to the ground connecon point on the Base Assembly (A) of the PBF-520 fixture.
Figure 1: Connect the short red lead to the HBM
Output connector on the PDS-510
Figure 2: Connect the other end of the red lead to
the Discharge Arm. Connect the short green lead
to the base assembly.
C. Aach a second (long) ground lead from the open PDS-510 ground connector to a known AC
ground using the Q007B Grounding Cube (Figures 3 and 4).
Figure 3: Connect the long green lead from the Figure 4: Connect the other end of the long green
ground lead to the Q007B of an outlet.
D. Connect the current probe coming from the Capacive Arm to the male end of the 50-ohm termi-
nator (Figure 5).

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E. Connect the female end of the 50-ohm terminator to Channel A of the PicoScope (Figure 6).
F. Connect the supplied USB cable from the PicoScope unit to a computer.
Figure 5: The 50 ohm terminator connects to the
current probe.
Figure 6: Connect the female end of the 50-ohm
terminator to Channel A of the PicoScope.
V. System VerificaƟon Test
A. Install the PicoScope soware onto the computer by downloading it from Pico’s website at hps://
www.picotech.com/downloads. Use the version that is closest to the model of your Pico Scope.
B. Insert the supplied USB Thumb Drive and copy the 3 files named “Waveform Verificaon Setup“,
“Shielding Bag Test File” and “Shielding Bag Test File with Manual Cursors” to your computer’s
desktop.
C. Launch the PicoScope soware. Note: It is recommended that you launch the Pico soware first
and then open the files from the thumb drive.
D. From the PicoScope soware, click on File > Open and select the “Waveform Verificaon Setup
file” from the desktop
E. Turn on the PDS-510 by sliding the Main Power switch to the ON posion on the side of the meter.
F. Switch the POWER to the ON posion.
G. Switch the RANGE to the HIGH posion.
H. Switch the HIGH VOLTAGE to the ON posion.
I. By using the knob, adjust the voltage to 1.00 (1,000 volts).
J. In the PicoScope soware, if needed, move the yellow trigger icon above the scope’s zero line
(0.2A) on the levercal scale (Figure 7).
K. Ensure that the scope horizontal scale is set to 100 ns per division (Figure 7).
L. Without inserng a shielded bag onto the fixture, set the Discharge Arm onto the Capacive Arm.
Set the 5 lbs Electrode on top of the Discharge Arm.

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Figure 7: Screenshot of the PicoScope soŌware with the “Waveform VerificaƟon Setup file” open.
M. Click the “Stopped” buon at the boom lehand poron of the screen to place the scope in “ac-
quision” mode. The wording “Stopped” will change to “Running” (Figure 7).
N. Iniate a discharge by pressing the red DISCHARGE buon on the PDS-510. If a waveform is ac-
quired, the “Running” will change to “Stopped”.
O. Using the computer mouse drag the lescope cursor (vercal doed line) to the leof the dis-
charge waveform start and the right cursor to the point where the waveform decays to zero. The
calculated energy should be 50 ± 6 uJ (microjoules) and the peak current should be greater than 420
mA (milliamps 0.42 amps). The blue line is the discharge waveform and the red line is the calculated
energy curve in microjoules (Figure 8).
If the energy and/or the peak voltage are less than required, increase the voltage unl the required peak
voltage and energy levels are obtained. This voltage level might be in the 1030-1060 volt range.
Note: It is recommended that the discharge voltage be adjusted so that the energy is 50 ± 2 uJ. If there are
no values displayed in the red circle area move the right cursor slightly and the values should appear.

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Figure 8: Screenshot of the PicoScope soŌware measuring the energy.
VI. Shielding Bag TesƟng
The following test sequence describes the basic procedure as outlined in ANSI/ESD STM 11.31. The test is
designed for 20x25 cm (8x10 inch) stac shielding bags.
A. From the PicoScope soware, click on File > Open and select the “Shielding Bag Test File” or
“Shielding Bag Test File with Manual Cursors” file from the desktop.
NOTE
If you wish the soware to analyze the test automacally, use the “Shielding Bag Test
File”. If you wish to analyze the data manually, select the “Shielding Bag Test File with
Manual Cursors”.
B. Lithe Discharge Arm (C) and place it into the notch of the Bracket (E) (Figure 9).
Figure 9: The Discharge Arm siƫng up right

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C. Open the shielding bag to be tested and insert the Capacive Arm (D) into the bag (Figure 10).
Place the bag so the top of it lines up with the mark on the Capacive Arm (Figure 11).
Figure 10: The CapaciƟve Arm inside the shielded
bag.
Figure 11: The end mark on the CapaciƟve Arm
represents 10 cm (4”) from the top of the shielded
bag.
D. Move the Discharge Arm so that it contacts the top of surface of the bag.
NOTE
It is important that the Discharge Arm is properly aligned in the bracket notches.
Figure 12: The correct alignement
E. Place the PRS-801-W five lbs weight onto the Discharge Arm (Figure 13).

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Figure 13: Complete setup for Shielded Bag Test.
F. Set the Range to HIGH on the PDS-510.
G. Turn the HIGH VOLTAGE to the ON posion.
H. Use the knob to set the voltage to the level established in System Verificaon Test.
I. Click the “Stopped” buon at the boom lehand poron of the screen to place the scope in “ac-
quision” mode. The wording “Stopped” will change to “Running” (Figure 7).
J. Iniate a discharge by pressing the red DISCHARGE buon on the PDS-510.
K. Using the mouse, drag the lescope cursor to the leof the discharge waveform and the right
cursor to the point where the waveform decays to zero. Note: If the waveform dips below the zero
line place the cursor at the point where it crosses the zero line form the second Ɵme (Figure 14).
Figure 14: Screenshot of the PicoScope soŌware measuring the energy.

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L. Record the calculated energy.
M. Repeat the process five more mes for a total of six discharges per bag.
N. Repeat the test for five more bags.
O. ANSI/ESD S11.31 requires that the discharge energy for stac shielding bags be less than 20 nJ.
WARNING
Turn offthe High Voltage when not in use.
VII.Power Supply
The PDS-510 is also equipped with a power supply that can be used to charge UNGROUNDED items from
0 to 4,000 volts. In order to use the power supply:
A. Make sure that the PDS-510 is connected to AC ground using one of the unit’s grounding ports.
B. Connect a cable to the Power Supply output port of the PDS-510.
C. Adjust the power supply’s voltage to the desired level.
D. Using the open end of the cable contact the cable to the item that requires charging.
E. Aer charging the item of interest, turn the PDS-510 offto prevent shocks and damage to the PDS-
510. Care must be exercised to prevent shocks to personnel.
VIII. Charging the BaƩery
The PDS-510 is supplied with a universal charger in order to charge the baery. In order for the baeries
to charge, make sure the Main Power switch is ON. The baeries will not charge if the Main Power is OFF.
The charger comes with several adapters for different outlets.
IX. Frequently Asked QuesƟons
A. PicoScope 6 does not recognize my device:
1. Verify that the LED light is lit on the front of the oscilloscope. There should be a red light.
2. Check the USB cable (ensure it is the supplied Pico blue USB cable). Try a different USB port.
3. If using a device with an external power supply, disconnect and reconnect the power supply.
4. If using a desktop PC, consider using the rear USB ports.
5. If using mulple USB devices on a PC and the PicoScope does not have an external power
supply, consider using a powered USB hub.
6. Device Manager – confirm that the device is listed either under Pico Technology Instruments
(or Universal Serial Bus controllers for older models such as the PicoScope 2205).
7. Confirm that the operang system is Windows XP (SP 3), Vista, 7, 8 or 10 (32 or 64-bit).
8. Verify that the .NET framework version is 2.0 (Windows XP) or 3.5 or later by going to the Add/
Remove Programs window in Control Panel and verifying which one is installed.
9. Ensure all the latest Windows updates have been applied to the PC.
10. Is the PC connected to the internet when installing or starng PicoScope 6?

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X. Warranty
Prostat Warranty
Prostat Corporaon expressly warrants that for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase, that
Prostat instruments will be free from defects in material (parts) and workmanship (labor). If PROSTAT re-
ceives noce of such defect during the warranty period, Prostat will replace at its expense such parts that
it determines to be defecve. Any defecve part must be returned to PROSTAT postage prepaid with proof
of purchase date.
Warranty Exclusions – THE FOREGOING EXPRESS WARRANTY IS MADE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER PRODUCT
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS AND IMPLIED, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, WHICH ARE SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMED. The express warranty will not apply to defects or dam-
age due to accidents, neglect, misuse, alteraons, operator error, or failure to properly maintain, clean, or
repair products. Limit of Liability – in no event will Prostat or any seller be responsible or liable for special,
incidental, or consequenal losses or damages, under any legal theory including but not limited to con-
tract, negligence, or strict liability.
Fulfillment by Prostat of its express warranty obligaons described above will be purchaser’s exclusive
remedy and will be Prostat’s and seller’s limit of liability for any breach of warranty or otherwise.
PDS-510 HBM Discharge Simulator SpecificaƟons
Discharge Output: Adjustable up to 4kV
Power Supply Output: Adjustable up to 4kV
Power Supply Accuracy: ±2%
Discharge Waveform
ANSI/ESD STM11.31: Rise me @ 0Ω: <10 nsec
@ 500Ω: <20 nsec
Fall me @ 0Ω: 150±15 nsec
@ 500Ω: 200±20 nsec
Ringing: <15%
Power: Baeries: 4 each AA 2600 mAh low self-discharge, Rechargeable, Nickel-
Metal Hydride Baery
Power Supply: From 90VAC to 264VAC, 47Hz to 63Hz. UL and TUV 60950-1
approved.
Dimensions: 7.5”L x 4.5”W x 2.5”H (19.05cm x 11.43cm x 6.35cm)
Weight: 2.0 lbs (907g)
PBF-520 Shielded Bag Fixture SpecificaƟons
Base Material: Flame Retardant Polycarbonate
Surface Resisvity: >1x1013Ω

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Discharge and Ground
Electrodes” 1.5” (3.8 cm) brass, gold plated
Capacive Probe: 0.830” (2.1 cm) brass, gold plated
Capacitance: Nominal 8pF
High Voltage Resistor: 500 Ohms, 1% tolerance
Support Area Surrounding
the Ground Electrode: 8x10” (20x25cm) - without Base Extension aƩached
8x15” (20x35cm) - with Base Extension aƩached
Dimensions: 11”L x 8”W x 4”H - without Base Extension
6”L x 8”W x 1”H - Base Extension
Weight: 3.0 lbs (48 oz) - without Base Extension
1.0 lbs (16 oz) - Base Extension
Tektronix® CT1 Current Probe - Includes AƩenuator
Bandwidth: 1 GHz
Sensivity (into 50Ω): 5mV/mA
Accuracy: ±3%
Cable Length: 40” (1 meter)
PicoScope® Oscilloscope SpecificaƟons
Bandwidth: 200 MHz
Sampling Rate: Up to 1 GS per seconds
PC Connecvity: USB 2.0 (USB 3.0 compable). USB cable included
Power Requirements: Powered from USB port
Soware Included: PicoScope 6 for MicrosoWindows 7, 8 and 10; 32-bit and 64-bit

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