AMETEK SLM Series Rev B User Manual

Xantrex Technology Inc. Programmable Products
9250 Brown Deer Road San Diego, CA 92121 USA
858 450 0085 Phone 858 458 0257 Fax www.programmablepower.com
SLM-Series AC/DC
Electronic Load
Operating and Programming
Manual
M540072-01 Rev B www.programmablepower.com
About Xantrex
Xantrex Technology Inc. is a world-leading supplier of advanced power electronics and controls with products from small mobile units to utility-scale systems for wind, solar, batteries, fuel cells, microturbines, and backup power applications in both grid­connected and stand-alone systems. Xantrex products include inverters, battery chargers, programmable power supplies, and variable speed drives that convert, supply, control, clean, and distribute electrical power.
Trademarks
SLM-Series AC/DC Electronic Load is a trademark of Xantrex International. Xantrex is a registered trademark of Xantrex International. Other trademarks, registered trademarks, and product names are the property of their respective owners and are used herein for identification purposes only.
Notice of Copyright
SLM-Series AC/DC Electronic Load
2007 Xantrex International. All rights reserved.
Exclusion for Documentation
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Operating and Programming Manual © December
Date and Revision
December 2007 Revision B
Part Number
M540072-01
Contact Information
Telephone: 800 733 5427 (toll free in North America) 858 450 0085 (direct) Fax: 858 458 0267 Email: sales@programmablepower.com service@programmablepower.com Web: www.programmablepower.com
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Important Safety Instructions
Before applying power to the system, verify that your product is configured properly for your particular application.
WARNING
Only
qualified personnel
perform installation and servicing. Ensure that the AC power line ground is connected properly to the Power Rack input connector or
chassis. Similarly, other power ground lines including those to application and maintenance equipment
Always ensure that facility AC input power is de-energized prior to connecting or disconnecting any cable.
In normal operation, the operator does not have access to hazardous voltages within the chassis. However, depending on the user’s application configuration, HIGH VOLTAGES HAZARDOUS TO HUMAN SAFETY may be normally generated on the output terminals. The customer/user must ensure that the output power lines are labeled properly as to the safety hazards and that any inadvertent contact with hazardous voltages is eliminated.
Guard against risks of electrical shock during open cover checks by not touching any portion of the electrical circuits. Even when power is off, capacitors may retain an electrical charge. Use safety glasses during open cover checks to avoid personal injury by any sudden component failure.
must
Hazardous voltages may be present when covers are removed. Qualified personnel must use extreme caution when servicing this equipment. Circuit boards, test points, and output voltages also may be floating above (below) chassis ground.
who deal with attendant hazards in power supplies, are allowed to
be grounded properly for both personnel and equipment safety.
SAFETY SYMBOLS
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Product Family: SLM-Series AC/DC Electronic Load
Warranty Period: One (1) Year
WARRANTY TERMS
Xantrex provides this written warranty covering the Product stated above, and if the Buyer discovers and notifies Xantrex in writing of any defect in material or workmanship within the applicable warranty period stated above, then Xantrex may, at its option: repair or replace the Product; or issue a credit note for the defective Product; or provide the Buyer with replacement parts for the Product.
The Buyer will, at its expense, return the defective Product or parts thereof to Xantrex in accordance with the return procedure specified below. Xantrex will, at its expense, deliver the repaired or replaced Product or parts to the Buyer. Any warranty of Xantrex will not apply if the Buyer is in default under the Purchase Order Agreement or where the Product or any part thereof:
is damaged by misuse, accident, negligence or failure to maintain the same as
specified or required by Xantrex;
is damaged by modifications, alterations or attachments thereto which are not
authorized by Xantrex;
is installed or operated contrary to the instructions of Xantrex;
is opened, modified or disassembled in any way without Xantrex’s consent; or
is used in combination with items, articles or materials not authorized by Xantrex.
The Buyer may not assert any claim that the Products are not in conformity with any warranty until the Buyer has made all payments to Xantrex provided for in the Purchase Order Agreement.
PRODUCT RETURN PROCEDURE
1. Request a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number from the repair facility (must be done in the country in which it was purchased):
In the USA, contact the Xantrex Repair Department prior to the return of the
product to Xantrex for repair: Telephone: 800-733-5427, ext. 2295 or ext. 2463 (toll free North America)
858-450-0085, ext. 2295 or ext. 2463 (direct)
Outside the United States, contact the nearest Authorized Service Center
(ASC). A full listing can be found either through your local distributor or our website, www.programmablepower.com, by clicking Support and going to the Service Centers tab.
2. When requesting an RMA, have the following information ready:
Model number
Serial number
Description of the problem
NOTE: Unauthorized returns will not be accepted and will be returned at the shipper’s expense.
NOTE: A returned product found upon inspection by Xantrex, to be in specification is subject to an evaluation fee and applicable freight charges.
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Important Safety Instructions
This manual has been written expressly for the Sorensen brand SLM series of electronic loads, which have been designed and certified to meet the Low Voltage and Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive Requirements of the European Community.
Since the goal of the Low Voltage Directive is to ensure the safety of the equipment operator, universal graphic symbols have been used both on the unit itself and in this manual to warn the operator of potentially hazardous situations (see Safety Information).
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CONTENTS
SECTION 1 FEATURES, FUNCTIONS, AND SPECIFICATIONS ....1-1
1.1 General Description ......................................................................................... 1-1
1.1.1 Power Contours ................................................................................... 1-1
1.1.2 Operating Modes ................................................................................. 1-4
1.2 Features and Functions................................................................................... 1-5
1.3 Accessories ..................................................................................................... 1-5
1.4 Specifications................................................................................................... 1-6
1.5 Regulatory Compliance ................................................................................... 1-6
SECTION 2 INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE .......................2-1
2.1 Introduction...................................................................................................... 2-1
2.2 Inspection ........................................................................................................ 2-1
2.2.1 Installation............................................................................................ 2-1
2.2.2 Removal............................................................................................... 2-2
2.2.3 Environmental Requirements .............................................................. 2-2
2.2.4 Service or Repair ................................................................................. 2-2
2.3 Connections..................................................................................................... 2-3
2.3.1 Input Binding Post and Wire Considerations ....................................... 2-3
2.3.2 Voltage Sensing Input (Vsense) BNC Connector. ............................... 2-4
2.3.3 RS-232C and GPIB Connections ........................................................ 2-4
2.4 Maintenance .................................................................................................... 2-4
SECTION 3 OPERATION...............................................................3-1
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3.1 Front Panel Controls and Indicators ................................................................ 3-1
3.2 Set-up Procedures........................................................................................... 3-5
3.2.1 Pass / Fail Limits, Go/No GO Limits .................................................... 3-5
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3.2.2 Frequency Setting: ...............................................................................3-6
3.2.3 Current Synchronization.......................................................................3-6
3.2.4 Crest Factor .........................................................................................3-7
3.2.5 Display Setting .....................................................................................3-8
3.3 Normal Operation...........................................................................................3-10
3.3.1 CC Mode: ...........................................................................................3-10
3.3.2 Crest Factor Selection:.......................................................................3-10
3.3.3 CR Mode ............................................................................................3-11
3.4 Initial Settings of SLM-Series AC/DC Electronic Load ...................................3-13
3.4.2 Load current course/fine increase/decrease adjustment key.............3-14
3.5 Protection Features........................................................................................3-15
3.5.1 Over Voltage Protection (OVP) ..........................................................3-15
3.5.2 Over Current Protection (OCP) .........................................................3-15
3.5.3 Over Power Protection (OPP) ............................................................3-15
3.5.4 Over Temperature Protection (OTP)..................................................3-16
SECTION 4 GPIB/RS-232 PROGRAMMING OPERATION ............. 4-1
4.1 Introduction ......................................................................................................4-1
4.2 GPIB Commands .............................................................................................4-1
4.3 RS-232 Interface and Commands....................................................................4-1
4.4 GPIB/RS-232C Command List.........................................................................4-2
4.4.1 Command Syntax Abbreviations..........................................................4-2
4.5 GPIB/RS-232 Command Description...............................................................4-7
4.5.1 Setting Commands...............................................................................4-7
4.5.2 Query Commands ..............................................................................4-20
APPENDIX A GPIB Programming Example...................................... A-1
APPENDIX B RS-232 Programming Example .................................. B-1
APPENDIX C SLM-Series AC/DC
Flow Chart.................................................................. C-1
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1-1 SLM-60-20-300 Electronic Load Power Curve ........................................... 1-1
Figure 1-2 SLM-150-8-300 Electronic Load Power Curve ........................................... 1-2
Figure 1-3 SLM-300-4-300 Electronic Load Power Curve ........................................... 1-2
Figure 1-4 SLM-500-1-300 Electronic Load Power Curve ........................................... 1-3
Figure 1-5 Characteristics of CC Mode........................................................................ 1-4
Figure 1-6 Characteristics of CR Mode........................................................................ 1-4
Figure 2-1 Plug-in Installation and Removal ................................................................ 2-2
Load GPIB/RS-232 Operating
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Figure 2-2 Connection Method for Small Load Current Condition................................2-4
Figure 2-3 Typical Connection for SLM-Series AC/DC Electronic Load.......................2-4
Figure 3-1 Front Panel of SLM-Series AC/DC Electronic Load....................................3-1
Figure 3-2 Front Panel Button Functions for SLM-Series AC/DC Unit .........................3-5
Figure 3-3 Illustration of Sync.......................................................................................3-7
Figure 3-4 SLM-Series AC/DC Electronic Load Module Setup Flow Chart..................3-9
Figure 3-5 SLM-Series AC/DC Electronic Load Operation Flow Char .......................3-12
Figure 4-1 RS-232 Interface Diagram ..........................................................................4-2
Figure 4-2 Protection Status Register ........................................................................4-23
Figure 4-3 Error Status Byte Register ........................................................................4-23
LIST OF TABLES
Table 1-1 SLM-Series AC/DC Specifications ...............................................................1-6
Table 3-1 Built in Crest Factor Settings by Bank andKkey Selection ...........................3-7
Table 3-2 SLM Series AC/DC Module Factory/Reset Settings ..................................3-14
Table 3-3 Range, Resolution, andCoarse/Fine and Increment/Decrement Values....3-15
Table 3-4 SLH AC-series Protection Setting Values ..................................................3-16
Table 4-1 GPIB Command Terminator.........................................................................4-3
Table 4-2 GPIB/RS-232 Setting Command Summary .................................................4-4
Table 4-3 GPIB/RS-232 Preset Query Command Summary with Applicable Module
Types............................................................................................................4-4
Table 4-4 State Command Summary ...........................................................................4-5
Table 4-5 System Commands - All Modules ................................................................4-6
Table 4-6 Measure and Limit Commands ....................................................................4-6
Table 4-7 Global Commands........................................................................................4-6
Table 4-8 Waveform Information ................................................................................4-14
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FEATURES, FUNCTIONS,
AND SPECIFICATIONS
1.1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION
SLM-Series, AC/DC Electronic Load is used to test the specification characteristics of AC/DC high power suppliers and the service life characteristics of batteries. The load works with GPIB interface and front panel manual operation.
SECTION 1
1.1.1 Power Contours
The power contours of the SLM-Series AC/DC Electronic Loads are shown in the following figures.
V
6
0
50V
40V
30V
15V
10V
5
0
Figure 1-1 SLM-60-20-300 Electronic Load Power Curve
A
300W CONTOU
R
I
7.5
10A
A
15A
6
A
20A
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V
150
V
125V
100V
75V
37.5V 15V
50V
300W CONTOU
3
A
4
A
6
2.4
A
2
0
A
A
8
R
I
A
Figure 1-2 SLM-150-8-300 Electronic Load Power Curve
V
300
V
300W CONTOU
R
250V
200V
150
V
100
V
75V 30V
I
3
2
1
A
1.2
A
1.5
0
A
A
Figure 1-3 SLM-300-4-300 Electronic Load Power Curve
A
4
A
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400
500
350 300
10V
V
V
V
V
V
5
V
0.8
0.4
0.6
A
0.2
0
A
A
A
I
1
A
300W CONTOU
R
Figure 1-4 SLM-500-1-300 Electronic Load Power Curve
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1.1.2 Operating Modes
The work mode of SLM-Series AC/DC Electronic Load includes Constant Current (CC) and Constant Resistance (CR).
CC Mode
During CC mode, the load current input into SLM-Series, AC Electronic Load depends on the current setting regardless of the input voltage, i.e., the current setting remains unchanged.
I
CC
CURRENT SETTING
LOAD
CURRENT
V
INPUT VOLTAGE
Figure 1-5 Characteristics of CC Mode
CR Mode
During C.R. mode, the load current input into SLM-Series AC/DC Electronic Load depends on the resistance setting. At this time, the load current is in direct proportion to input voltage, e.g. the resistance setting remains unchanged. Please refer to Figure 1-6 below.
I
LOAD
CURRENT
RESISTANCE
SETTING
V
INPUT VOLTAGE
Figure 1-6 Characteristics of CR Mode
The load setting of SLM-Series AC/DC Electronic Load and the load condition setting of the front panel can be made through front panel manual operation or through GPIB commands. The load voltage and current can be transmitted to the computer through GPIB bus. For operation of GPIB, please refer to Section 4.
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1.2 FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS
Modular design facilitates fast and flexible install/uninstall procedures
Interface function of full GPIB control, including setting of load condition and read-
back of Vmeter and Ameter
Software calibration ability
Dual High Accuracy/High Resolution 4 ½ -digit Vmeter and Ameter
In CC mode, frequency width can reach to 70Hz with the set table range of 1KHz
In CC mode, the settable Crest Factor can be set to Maximum 3.5
Isolated Current Monitor BNC output with full scale of 10V
Automatic judging ability for GO/NG
Switchable automatic voltage sensing ability.
Protection functions include Over-Voltage, Over-Current, Over-Power and Over-
Temperature
Cooling fan control device with revolution change function
1.3 ACCESSORIES
Vsense Input BNC Connector 1 EA
Banana Terminal (Black) 1 EA
Banana Terminal (Red) 1 EA
Hook-Type Terminal 2 EA
SLM-Series AC/DC Electronic Load Operation and Programming
Manual (this manual) 1 EA
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(VA)
(Amp
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K
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y
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1.4 SPECIFICATIONS
NOTE: The following specifications apply 25°±5°:
MODEL INPUT RATINGS
Power
Current
Volta
CC MODE
CR MODE
4 1/2 DVM
4 1/2 DAM
4 1/2 WATT METER
VA METER Imonitor PROTECTION
Volt
Frequency
Ran
Resolution 2.5 / 5 mA 1 / 2 mA 0.5 / 1 mA 0.125 / 0.25 mA
Accurac
Low current 0 - 1 A 0 - 0.4 A 0 - 0.2 A 0 - 0.05 A
Accuracy ± 2% of (setting + range)
e II/I 0.3-1.2 / 1.2-4.8K 1.875-7.5 / 7.5-30K 7.5-30 / 30-120K50-200 / 200-800
Ran
Resolution 0.83 / 0.2083 mS 0.13 / 0.033 mS 0.033 /0.0083 mS 0.005 / 0.00125 mS
Accurac
Ran
Resolution 0.01 V 0.01 V 0.1 V 0.1 V
Accurac
Ran
Resolution 0.01 A 0.001 A 0.001 A 0.001 A
Accurac
Ran
Resolution
Accurac
OCP ~21 A ~8.4 A ~4.2 A ~1.05 A OVP ~63 V ~175.5 V ~315 V ~525 V
SLM-60-20-300 SLM-150-8-300 SLM-300-4-300 SLM-500-1-300
300 VA 300 VA 300 VA 300 VA
ere
OPP ~315 VA ~315 VA ~315 VA ~3 15 VA
OTP 85
20 Arms 8 Arms 4 Arms 1 Arms 60 Vrms 150 Vrms 300 Vrms 500Vdc/300 Vrms
DC, 40 - 70Hz (CC Mode) ; DC - 70Hz (CR Mode)
e 0-10 / 10-20 A 0-4 / 4-8 A 0-2 / 2-4 A 0-0.5 / 0.5-1 A
±0.5% of (setting + range)
±0.5% of (setting + range)
e 60 V 150 V 300 V 500 V
±(0.5% of reading + 0.2% of range)
e20 A8 A4 A1 A
±(0.5% of reading + 2% of range) ; ±0.5% of (reading + range) @ 50/60Hz
Vrms×Arms
300 W
0.1 W
85
e
± (0.5% of reading)± 3W
5 A/V 2 A/V 1 A/V 0.2 A/V
85
85
Table 1-1 SLM-Series AC/DCSpecifications
1.5 REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
Certified to UL 61010-1, CSA C22.2 No. 61010.1 and IEC/EN 61010-1
CE Compliant:
o Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) using EN 61010-1
o EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) using EN 61326
FCC Compliant to 21 CFR, Subpart J
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INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE
2.1 INTRODUCTION
This section discusses the installation and removal procedures for the SLM-Series AC/DC load module and the SLM four-module mainframe. The SLM-Series AC/DC load module does not need any adjustment after plugging into the SLM mainframe.
SECTION 2
Warning: Only qualified personnel should do installation and removal.
2.2 INSPECTION
The SLM-Series AC/DC Electronic Load was carefully inspected before shipment. If instrument damage has occurred during transport, please inform Xantrex sales and service office or representative.
Unless the SLM mainframe and the SLM-Series AC/DC electronic load module were purchased separately, the load module should be installed in the mainframe before shipment from Xantrex. The SLM-Series AC/DC electronic load module operates in the SLM mainframe for front panel, mainframe's 150 sets store/recall and remote control feature.
2.2.1 Installation
1 Turn the SLM mainframe power OFF before inserting any load module, or
damage may occur to the plug-in module circuitry.
2. Align the upper and lower grooves of the mainframe with the upper and lower guides of the selected compartment (Figure 2-1).
3. Push the module in and press firmly on the binding posts of the front panel to seat the circuit board into the interconnecting jack.
4. Using a screwdriver, tighten the screw on the lower right corner of the SLM­Series load module front panel.
5. DO NOT turn the mainframe power ON until after all of the electronic modules are completely installed.
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Figure 2-1 Plug-in Installation and Removal
2.2.2 Removal
1. Turn the SLM mainframe power OFF. Damage may occur to the plug-in module circuitry if removed under power.
2. Using a screwdriver, loosen the screw on the lower right corner of the front panel.
3. Turn the adjustment knob of the black binding post counter-clockwise until it is fully loosened.
4. Pull on the black adjustment knob of binding post until the interconnecting jack at the rear of the load module disengages.
5. Finish pulling the SLM-Series load module out from the mainframe.
2.2.3 Environmental Requirements
For indoor use only
Installation Category II (over voltage)
Pollution Degree 2
Altitude up to 2000 meters (with power derating)
Relative Humidity 80% RH Max
Ambient Operating Temperature 0-40°C, with ideal being 25°C ± 5°C
2.2.4 Service or Repair
If the instrument is damaged, please attach a tag to the instrument, identifying the owner and indicating the required service. Follow the procedures detailed on Page iii of this manual.
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2.3 CONNECTIONS
CAUTION: PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE LOAD. Do NOT apply voltage or current with power switched OFF. Turn ON the power switch to the load PRIOR to applying voltage or current to the input terminals (i.e., before turning on the power supply under test).
2.3.1 Input Binding Post and Wire Considerations
The output of the device under test (DUT) can be connected to the load by one of five methods, each described in the following subsections. Connect he positive (+) and negative (-) binding posts to the wires/cables according to the following guidelines. A major consideration in making input connection is the wire size. The minimum wire size is required to prevent overheating and to maintain good regulation. It is recommended that the wires be large enough to limit the voltage drop to less than 0.5V per lead.
Note: When using Constant Resistance mode, Vsense inputs should be used to
avoid cable resistance from affecting measurements and regulation.
Plug Connectors
This is the most common way to connect the input of electronic load to the device under test. It is recommended the load current be less than 20A in this connection since the current rating of the plug is rated to 20A. The maximum wire gauge should be limited to AWG14.
Hook Terminals
The SLM-Series AC/DC Electronic Load attachments include two (2) hook-type terminals for connecting the equipment to be measured with the wire of the AC electronic input connector. The hook terminal provides a good contact to the binding post and can be used anytime. The maximum wire gauge should be limited to AWG10.
Direct Insertion into Binding Posts
This is the simplest way to connect the load input to the DUT. The maximum wire gauge AWG14 can be used in this application.
Plug Connectors and Hook Terminals
This method is recommended when input current is greater than 20A, because it provides higher current rating and lower impedance of the connecting wire.
Plug Connectors and Direct Insertion
This method is also recommended when input current is greater than 20A or when the connecting lead wire is longer.
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2.3.2 Voltage Sensing Input (Vsense) BNC Connector.
To solve the conductor voltage drop under a big load current, Vsense-CLIP cable can be used to connect with the specific point to be measured thus obtaining the specific voltage value. See Figure 2-2 and Figure 2-3.
Figure 2-2 Connection Method for Small Load Current Condition
Figure 2-3 Typical Connection for SLM-Series AC/DC Electronic Load
2.3.3 RS-232C and GPIB Connections
For these connections, refer to the SL-series mainframe operation manual(s). RS-232 and GPIB programming operation are addressed in Section 4 of this manual.
2.4 MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Avoid electrical shock or damage to the meter. To avoid electrical shock or damage to the meter, do not get water inside
the case. Periodically wipe the case with a damp cloth and detergent; do not use abrasives or solvents.
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SECTION 3
OPERATION
3.1 FRONT PANEL CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
This section describes the front panel and its manual operation of the SLM-Series AC/DC Electronic Load. For calibration procedures, please refer to the SLM-Series Load Calibration Manual. For GPIB control, please refer to Section 4, GPIB Remote Operation, of this manual.
Figure 3-1 Front Panel of SLM-Series AC/DC Electronic Load
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