EMC-PARTNER ESD3000 User Manual

User Manual ESD3000

Title: EMC Test System ESD3000
Date: 22.03.2002
Division Manager: M. Lutz
Quality Manager: R. Henz
Revised: 10.May 2016

EMC TESTER

Electrostatic Discharge ESD3000

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ATTENTION

This user manual provides information necessary for operation of the test
equipment.

Throughout the users manual, standard references are used as an aid to
understanding only.

The relevant standard(s) must be obtained and used in conjunction with this
users manual

Declaration of Conformity

See sheets attached at the end of this user manual:

• Declaration of conformity to product standards

• Declaration of conformity to low voltage directive

• Declaration of conformity to EMC directive

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Contents:

1 DESCRIPTION 7

1.1.1 Electrostatic discharge ESD 7

1.1.2 How ESD, EFT, SURGE, DIPS differ 7

1.2 Technical data of the ESD3000 and DM Discharge Modules 8

1.2.1 ESD3000 equipment 8

1.2.2 Discharge Module ESD3000DM1 (IEC 61000-4-2 and EN61000-4-2) 8

1.2.3 Discharge Module ESD3000DM2 (ISO TR10605 - inside vehicle, module tests) 9

1.2.4 Discharge Module ESD3000DM4 (MIL-STD-883E, MIL-STD-464, GR78-CORE) 9

1.2.5 Discharge Module ESD3000DM5 (RTCA/DO 160) 9

1.2.6 Discharge Module ESD3000DM6 (IEC 61340-3-1, JEDEC 22-A114, MIL-STD-750D9) 10

1.2.7 Discharge Module ESD3000DM7 (IEC 61340-3-2, JEDEC 22-A115) 10

1.2.8 Discharge Module ESD3000DM8 (IEC 60571, EN 50155) 10

1.3 Technical data of the ESD3000RM and DN Discharge Networks 11

1.3.1 Discharge Network ESD3000DN2 (ISO TR10605 - inside vehicle, module tests) 11

1.3.2 Discharge network ESD3000DN3 (ISO TR10605 -outside vehicle, sensitive classification) 11

1.3.3 Discharge Module ESD3000DN4 (MIL-STD-883E, MIL-STD-464, GR78-CORE) 12

1.3.4 Discharge Module ESD3000DN5 (MIL-DLT-23659D, STANAG 4239, MIL-STD 331) 12

1.3.5 Discharge Module ESD3000DN6 (MIL-DLT-23659D, STANAG 4239, MIL-STD 331) 12

1.4 Mechanical dimensions 13

1.5 Power Consumption 13

1.6 Accessories, dimensions 14

1.6.1 Included articles, dimensions 14

1.6.2 Standard accessories 14

2 SAFETY 15

2.1 Safety standard 15

2.2 Climatic Conditions 15

2.3 Precautionary measure during use 16

2.4 Electromagnetic Compatibility 16

2.5 The manual is an integral part of the equipment. Refer to the manual. 16

2.6 No operation of ESD3000 without ground wire 16

3 MECHANICAL STRUCTURE 17

3.1 General 17

3.2 Overview on ESD3000 system 17

3.2.1 ESD3000 Contact Discharge (CD) up to max. 10kV with Discharge Module (DM ) 17

3.2.2 ESD3000 Contact Discharge (CD) up to max. 30kV with (RM and (DM ) 17

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3.2.3 Avoiding Mechanical Damage to Discharge Modules 18

4 CONTROL PANEL 19

4.1 Front panel of the ESD3000 19

4.2 Interchange of discharge modules 20

4.3 Interchange of the finger and tips 20

4.4 Inputs and Outputs 20

5 PREPARATION FOR OPERATION 21

5.1 Attention, Refer to Manual 21

5.1.1 ESD test set up 21

5.1.2 Test set-up for table top equipment 22

5.2 Practical testing sequence 23

6 TESTING WITH THE ESD3000 25

6.1 Contact discharge 25

6.2 Air discharge 26

6.3 Main parameter setting with the buttons on the front plate 27

6.4 The different software menus of the ESD3000 29

6.4.1 Repetition, number of pulses, count mode 29

6.4.2 Menu „Ramps“ 30

6.4.3 Menu „Setup“ 31

6.4.4 Menu „Settings“ 32

6.4.5 Menu „Service“ 32

6.4.6 Reset of the ESD3000 to default values 33

6.5 Parameter changing during operation „RUN Mode“ 33

7 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 35

7.1 Maintenance 35

7.2 Verification of the ESD3000 by the user 35

7.3 Verification of the ESD3000 by EMC PARTNER AG 35

7.4 System Reset 36

7.5 Caution with calibration labels 36

7.6 What must be done when the serial number is not indicated during the start up 36

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8 WHAT MUST BE DONE FOLLOWING FAILED OPERATION 37

8.1 Display messages 37

8.1.1 Examples of messages 37

8.2 Service; Repairs 37

8.3 Spare parts list 37

8.4 Service department of EMC PARTNER AG 38

9 CHARGING THE BATTERIES OR REPLACING BATTERIES 39

10 PACKAGING AND TRANSPORT 41

10.1 Packaging 41

10.2 Transport 41

11 RECYCLING / DISPOSAL 43

11.1 RoHS directive 2002/95/EG 43

11.2 WEEE directive 2002/96/EG 43

11.3 Information for dismantling 43

11.4 Parts which can be recycled 43

11.5 Parts which can not be recycled 43

12 MODULES AND ACCESSORIES 45

12.1 ESD3000 with DM discharge modules 45

12.2 Pictures of the accessories 48

13 E3LOADER AND SERIAL COMMUNICATION 51

13.1 Remote control with „E3Loader“ 51

13.2 Controlling ESD3000 51

13.3 Module Calibration 52

13.4 Firmware Upload 52

14 ESD3000 CONTROL WITH TEST-MANAGER (TEMA) 53

14.1 Remote Control from PC 53

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15 APPENDIX AND CORRECTIONS 55

15.1 Appendix 55

15.1.1 Definition of the ESD Waveform 55

15.2 Correction 56

15.2.1 Declaration of conformity to the EMC directive 89/336/EEC 56

15.2.2 Declaration of conformity to the LV directive 93/68/EEC 56

15.2.3 Declaration of conformity to the Basic Standards 56

16 GLOSSARY 57

17 INDEX 59

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1 Description

1.1.1 Electrostatic discharge ESD

Electro Static Discharge

Figure: 1.0.2
What causes electrostatic discharges?
A person becomes electrostatically charged by walking over an insulating floor surface. The capacity of the
body can be charged to several kilovolts (1000 V). This capacity is discharged when contact is made with an
electronic unit or system. The discharge is visible as a spark in many cases and can be felt by person
concerned, who gets a „shock“. The discharges are harmless to humans, but not to sensitive, modern
electronic equipment. The resulting current causes interference in the units or makes entire systems
„crash“.
For over 25 years it has been known to the electrical industry that electrostatic discharges as encountered
every day can have a disastrous effect on electronic equipment.
The cost of damage caused by ESD is difficult to assess, but amounts to billions of dollars world-wide.

The areas most affected are:

• manufacturing of integrated circuits (chips).

• the chemical industry, e.g. by explosion, fires caused by the sparks from electrostatic discharges.

• malfunctioning of process control with the secondary damage costs. characteristics

1.1.2 How ESD, EFT, SURGE, DIPS differ

Characteristics Static discharges Switched

inductance

Phenomenon

Voltage U

"ESD" "EFT Burst" "Surge" "DIPS"

up to 15 kV up to 4 kV up to 4 kV supply source

Energy at maximum

approx. 10 mJ 300 mJ 300 J -

Lightning.
switching actions

Mains
Interruptions

voltage

voltage

Repetition rate

Application to the
different ports

Single event Multiple event 5 kHz Maximum 6

Impulse / minutes

Touchable metallic
part ( enclosure

AC/DC ports, Signal
and data lines

AC/DC ports, Signal
and data lines

supply source
frequency

AC/DC ports

ports)

upper limit

approx.. 1 GHz approx. 200 MHz approx. 350 kHz approx. 100 kHz

frequency

impulse waveform

IEC 61000-4-2

IEC 61000-4-4

IEC 61000-4-5

IEC 61000-4-11

The overview of „How ESD,EFT, SURGE, DIPS differ“ shows that all four test have to be carried out
because the frequency content and energy of the four transient tests are different.

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1.2 Technical data of the ESD3000 and DM Discharge Modules

1.2.1 ESD3000 equipment

Supply batteries NIMH standard UM-3/AA size

charging time (empty to full) ca. 5 hours

Polarity positive, negative; alternate

Number of discharges
Detection of the number of

discharges

Ramps voltage amplitude changes from shot to shot,

Reporting test sequence with the number of

Discharge modes: see list below

Repetition of the discharges 0.05 up to 30 s or single discharge „Man“

-preselectable

-count „all“, -count „discharge“. Only the
impulses whereas the voltage of the
discharge capacitor tropes lower then 10%
of the charging voltage are counted.

discharges, voltage amplitude, polarity

1 to 29’999

Only possible with
control form PC

Note: The repetition rates are applicable to IEC 61000-4-2 only. For all other modules or
applications consult the relevant DM (Discharge Modules) or DN (Discharge Network) specific Instruction
sheets.

1.2.2 Discharge Module ESD3000DM1 (IEC 61000-4-2 and EN61000-4-2)

Energy storage capacitance 150 pF ± 10%

Discharge resistance

Charging resistance

Holding time (drop to 95%) better than 5 s

Current rise time, 2 Ω load

First current amplitude into 2 Ω
„contact discharge“

Current amplitude at 30 ns 4 to 16 A ± 30%

Current amplitude at 60 ns 2 to 8 A ± 30%

Voltage range „air discharge“ 0.2 to 16 kV ± 10%

Voltage range „contact discharge“ 0.2 to 10 kV ± 10%

330 Ω

54 MΩ

0,7 to 1 ns

7,5 to 30 A ± 10%

± 10%

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1.2.3 Discharge Module ESD3000DM2 (ISO TR10605 - inside vehicle, module tests)

Energy storage capacitance 330 pF ± 10%

Discharge resistance

2000 Ω

± 10%

Holding time (drop to 95%) better than 5 s

Current rise time, 2 Ω load

First current amplitude into 2 Ω

0,7 to 1 ns

7,5 to 30 A ± 10%

„contact discharge“

RC time constant 600 ±130ns

Voltage range „air discharge“ 0.2 to 16 kV ± 10%

Voltage range „contact discharge“ 0.2 to 10 kV ± 10%

1.2.4 Discharge Module ESD3000DM4 (MIL-STD-883E, MIL-STD-464, GR78-CORE)

Energy storage capacitance 100 pF ± 10%

Discharge resistance

1500 Ω

± 10%

Holding time (drop to 95%) better than 5 s

Current rise time, 2 Ω load

<10 ns at - 4 kV

Peak current 3.33 A at 5 kV

Voltage range „air discharge“ 0.2 to 16 kV ± 10%

Voltage range „contact discharge“ 0.2 to 10 kV ± 10%

1.2.5 Discharge Module ESD3000DM5 (RTCA/DO 160)

Energy storage capacitance 150 pF ± 10%

Discharge resistance

330 Ω

± 10%

Holding time (drop to 95%) better than 5 s

Current rise time, 2 Ω load

<5 ns at 15 kV

RC time constant 50 ns

Voltage setting accuracy ± 10% for voltages greater than 5 kV and ±

500 V for voltages lower than 5 kV

Voltage range „contact discharge“ 1 to 30 kV ± 10%

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1.2.6 Discharge Module ESD3000DM6 (IEC 61340-3-1, JEDEC 22-A114, MIL-STD-750D9)

Energy storage capacitance 100 pF ± 10%

Discharge resistance

1500 Ω

± 10%

Discharge mode only contact discharge

Current rise time, 50 Ω load

2 to 10 ns

RC time constant 150 ns

Voltage range 200 V up to 10000 V

Voltage rise time, 500 Ω load

5 to 25 ns

Voltage verification V charging1000V 375 up to 550 V

Voltage range 200 V up to 8000 V

1.2.7 Discharge Module ESD3000DM7 (IEC 61340-3-2, JEDEC 22-A115)

Energy storage capacitance 200 pF ± 10%

Discharge resistance

500 Ω

± 10%

Discharge mode only contact discharge

Current waveform, short circuit <1 Ω

First peak to second peak 67% to 97%

oscillation period 63 ns up to 91 ns

Voltage verification V charging 400V first peak <1.31 A

Voltage verification V charging 400V amplitude at 100 ns 0.29 A -15%

Voltage range 80 V up to 2500 V

1.2.8 Discharge Module ESD3000DM8 (IEC 60571, EN 50155)

Waveform B Risetime 10/90% < 0.05 µs
Half value time 50 % to 50%

0.1 µs ± 20%
Voltage amplitude > 8400 V
Series Resistor (Rs)

100Ω ± 10%
Dimension / Weight l = 120, diameter = 60 mm 0.5 kg
Pulse Repetition Maximum 1 Hz
Required equipment ESD3000 + DM8
Voltage amplitude CD 200V up to 10’000V CD = Contact Discharge

Further Information to additional discharge modules DM or discharge networks DN can be

found in the relevant instruction sheets. or in the ESD3000 brochure.

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1.3 Technical data of the ESD3000RM and DN Discharge Networks

For all DN network the ESD3000RM relay module is necessary.

Discharge network ESD3000DN1 (IEC 61000-4-2 and EN61000-4-2)
Energy storage capacitance 150 pF ± 10%

Discharge resistance

Charging resistance

Holding time (drop to 95%) better than 5 s

Current rise time, 2 Ω load

First current amplitude into 2 Ω
„contact discharge“

Current amplitude at 30 ns 4 to 16 A ± 30%

Current amplitude at 60 ns 2 to 8 A ± 30%

Voltage range „air discharge“ 1 to 30 kV ± 10%

Voltage range „contact discharge“ 1 to 30 kV ± 10%

1.3.1 Discharge Network ESD3000DN2 (ISO TR10605 - inside vehicle, module tests)

330 Ω

54 MΩ

0,7 to 1 ns

7,5 to 30 A ± 10%

± 10%

Energy storage capacitance 330 pF ± 10%

Discharge resistance

Holding time (drop to 95%) better than 5 s

Current rise time, 2 Ω load

First current amplitude into 2 Ω
„contact discharge“

RC time constant 600 ±130ns

Voltage range „air discharge“ 1 to 30 kV ± 10%

Voltage range „contact discharge“ 1 to 30 kV ± 10%

1.3.2 Discharge network ESD3000DN3 (ISO TR10605 -outside vehicle, sensitive classification)

Energy storage capacitance 150 pF ± 10%

Discharge resistance

Holding time (drop to 95%) better than 5 s

Current rise time, 2 Ω load

RC time constant 300 ±60ns

Voltage range „air discharge“ 1 to 30 kV ± 10%

Voltage range „contact discharge“ 1 to 30 kV ± 10%

2000 Ω

0,7 to 1 ns

7,5 to 30 A ± 10%

2000 Ω

5 ns at + 15 kV

± 10%

± 10%

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1.3.3 Discharge Module ESD3000DN4 (MIL-STD-883E, MIL-STD-464, GR78-CORE)

Technical data

Voltage contact up to 30 kV
Capacitance DN4 500 pF
Serial resistor DN4 5000 Ohm
Weight incl. accessories 0.8 kg
Standard MIL-STD 1512
Standard VG 95378
Usable with testers ESD3000, ESD3000RM32

1.3.4 Discharge Module ESD3000DN5 (MIL-DLT-23659D, STANAG 4239, MIL-STD 331)

Technical data

Voltage contact up to 30 kV
Capacitance 500 pF
Serial resistor 500 Ohm
Weight incl. accessories 0.8 kg
Standard customised
Usable with testers ESD3000, ESD3000RM32

1.3.5 Discharge Module ESD3000DN6 (MIL-DLT-23659D, STANAG 4239, MIL-STD 331)

Technical data

Energy storage capacitance 330 pF ± 10%
Discharge resistance
Charging resistance

330 Ω
54 MΩ

± 10%

Holding time (drop to 95%) better than 5 s
Current rise time, 2 Ω load

0,7 to 1 ns
Voltage range „contact discharge“ 1 to 30 kV ± 10%
First current amplitude into 2 Ω „air

< 5ns
discharge“

RC time constant 300 ns ± 60ns
Voltage range „air discharge“ 1 to 30 kV ± 10%

Further Information to additional discharge modules DM or discharge networks DN can be

found in the relevant instruction sheets. or in the ESD3000 brochure.

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1.4 Mechanical dimensions

Tester -Type Dimensions [mm] Weight [kg] Versions

width x depth x height
ESD3000 350 x 70 x 200 0.7 19" 4 UH
Discharge Module DM 550 x 600 x 190 0.35 19" 4 UH

The weight slightly differ a little bit from module to module

1.5 Power Consumption

The power supply of the ESD3000 is 42 V d.c.
AD / DC adapter inputs 100 up to 240 V ( 50/60 Hz )

300 mA

Output of AC/DC Adapter 24 V 500 mA

± 10 %

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1.6 Accessories, dimensions

1.6.1 Included articles, dimensions

1.6.2 Standard accessories

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2 Safety

The ESD3000belongs to Safety class 1

2.1 Safety standard

The ESD3000 fulfils the requirements of the safety standards IEC 61010 for laboratory measurements
equipment „Safety requirements for electrical measuring, control and laboratory equipment“. Based on EN
61010 (IEC61010) the declaration of conformity to low voltage directive (LVD 73/23/EEC O.J.N° L77, 1973­03-26) is given.

This manual is a integral part of the ESD3000 tester. The instructions
contained in the manual regarding operation and the test set up are to
be strictly observed

2.2 Climatic Conditions

The ESD3000 contains high voltage circuits in integrated form. EMC PARTNER only guarantees a correct
functioning of the tester ESD3000 and the associated accessories, if the ESD3000 is operated in the
climatic condition specified.

Temperature 15 °C to 35 °C Charging voltage up to 25 kV

Relative humidity 10 % to 60 % Charging voltage up to 25 kV

Atmospheric pressure 86 kPa to 106 kPa

(860 to 1060 mbar)

Atmospheric condition Voltages > 25 kV

Contact discharge not influenced by: direct solar radiation, rain or condense water, dust or larger

electro magnetic fields as specified in the EMC compatibility
chapter.

The ESD3000 should be operated in a dry, clean room. If for any reason water condenses in the ESD3000,
then no operation should be started before the tester is dry.

It is strictly forbidden to operate the ESD3000 in rooms with of gas explosion risk.
The high voltage of the ESD3000 generate sparks, which can ignite the gas.

People with heart pacemakers should not be in the vicinity of the test set up during operation.

20°C, RH 30%, pressure 101.3 kPa

Charging voltage up to 25 kV

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2.3 Precautionary measure during use

The ESD3000 generates high voltages. The energy content of the 30 kV modules is high

and can be dangerous with improper use. It is wise to observe the following rules

• Never touch the EUT when a test is in operation.

• Touch no connectors of connection cable or tips when a EMC test is in operation.

• The high voltage of the ESD3000 and the power on the EUT must turned off before a manipulation on

the EUT is carried out.

• For all tests the 2 m ground cable must be connected to ground.

2.4 Electromagnetic Compatibility

The outputs of the ESD3000 and the discharge to the EUT will emit disturbances.
Please consider the national emission rules.
The Test System ESD3000 should not be operated near sensitive measuring and
control systems.

The ESD3000 fulfils the following immunity requirements

• Electrostatic discharge

Level 4 (8 kV) (IEC 61000-4-2)

2.5 The manual is an integral part of the equipment. Refer to the manual.

This manual is an integral part of the ESD3000. The safety rules and precautions in the manual must
be observed. EMC PARTNER and their representatives are not responsible for damage to persons
and equipment by not observance the safety rules and precautions in the manual.

2.6 No operation of ESD3000 without ground wire

The ESD3000 must be operated with a ground wire attached to the battery case

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3 Mechanical structure

3.1 General

The battery operated ESD3000 is ideal for running tests in development/test laboratory environments and
for outdoor service on larger systems.

3.2 Overview on ESD3000 system

3.2.1 ESD3000 Contact Discharge (CD) up to max. 10kV with Discharge Module (DM )

Discharge Module (DM)

ESD3000

Sharp Tip for
contact discharge (CD)

Batteries
standard
VM size 3

3.2.2 ESD3000 Contact Discharge (CD) up to max. 30kV with (RM and (DM )

Discharge
Network (DN)

ESD3000

Batteries
standard
VM size 3

Rounded Tip for
air discharge (AD)

30 mm Tip Electrode for
(AD) V > 16 kV

Relay Module
(RM)

Sharp Tip for
contact discharge (CD)

Rounded Tip for
air discharge (AD)

30 mm Tip Electrode for
(AD) V > 16 kV

ESD3000 Contact Discharge (CD) up to 30 kV) with Relay Module (RM), Discharge Network (DN)

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The ESD test System consist of ESD3000, the discharge modules (DM) or relay module and networks.
The batteries, the charger and control are part of ESD3000. The discharge modules or networks includes
the high voltage generation and the wave-shaping network.

Positioning part of the
discharge modules

ESD3000 with one discharge module Discharge Module

The screw on the bottom side of the ESD3000 must be unscrewed, before the DM can be pull out and
changed with an other one. The modules can be inserted only in one position.

3.2.3 Avoiding Mechanical Damage to Discharge Modules

ESD3000 discharge modules contain components sensitive to mechanical shock. When modules suffer
mechanical shock they can be damaged beyond repair.

When ESD3000 modules are not in use, place them in the transport case. Do not
allow them to roll around on the test bench or fall onto the floor.

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4 Control Panel

4.1 Front panel of the ESD3000

The operator should study the manual in detail. Only instructed personal is allowed to operate the ESD3000.

7

6

5

1

2

3

4

8

9

The most important elements of the front panel are:

1. Display

2. Voltage up or menu command line up

3. Voltage down or menu command line down

4. Run button: With the „Run“ button, a test can be started or interrupted. With the run button the unit is
turned „ON“

5. Enter

6. Selection of the programmed test levels. The programmed test levels changes with discharge module
interchange

7. Polarity selection

8. Screw for looking the discharge modules. The same screw can be used for fix the ESD3000 on a
tripod stand.

9. Trigger button: When manual trigger is programmed and the tester is ready for manual trigger, this will
be signalled by the LED. As soon as the signal occurs the pulse can be released.

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4.2 Interchange of discharge modules

Loose the screw 8 and pull the discharge module out.

4.3 Interchange of the finger and tips

4.4 Inputs and Outputs

Ground connection 2 m

Pull out the finger and
insert the tip

CD = sharp tip
AD = finger electrode

Screw holding the
battery module

Input for charging the
batteries, and RS232
input for remote control

The control of the ESD3000 is carried out by a microprocessor. The microprocessor controls the EMC tests,
stores the inputs of the numeric input terminal, updates the display, checks whether the inputs of the
operators are allowed values or not. The operator communicates with the ESD3000 via the input terminal
and the display.

This plate is reserved for the CE mark. The CE -mark is needed for the free movement of the goods into
and within European community.

Via this interface port, the ESD3000 can be also controlled by an external PC. To configure the interface,
see Chapter 13 „Remote Control“.

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5 Preparation for Operation

5.1 Attention, Refer to Manual

This manual is an integral part of the ESD3000. The safety rules and precautions in the manual must
be observed. EMC PARTNER and their representatives accept no responsibility not responsible for
damages to persons and equipment as a results of non-observation of the safety rules and
precautions in this manual.

5.1.1 ESD test set up

Ports which must be tested:

Enclosure Ports include operational keys, displays, ground and earth points, metallic parts such as
connector etc.

Coupling path:

Basically all types of coupling exists during static discharges. Practical experience shows that, for the most
electronic equipment, the current is the dominant parameter.
In practice the current path of the discharge current plays a important role e.g. if secondary sparks or
breakdown in the UET occur the test is no longer reproducible.
The frequencies contained in the ESD discharge current are higher than in the EFT spike impulse. As a
consequences, reproducibility of the ESD test is more difficult than the reproducibility of the EFT test results.
The ESD test is one of the most complex transient test.

Test set-up:

As shown by the example in the IEC document 61000-4-2 the same test set up can be used for all different
discharge mode (contact-, air- and indirect-discharge). Under the table lays the reference ground plan and
on the table is the horizontal coupling plane placed.

The test mode used depends on the test object.

The three different kinds of test object are:

Metallic equipment under test

EUT

I
II-<----<----<---- -----<----I I---------> --->---->---->--I

with contact possibility

I
I I I

I I I
I
I
I I I

Discharge directly contacted

with relay tip

direct discharge air discharge indirect discharge

Combination such as metal

case, insulated keyboard

I I I

with discharge----<-----<

I

without contact possibility

I

Air discharge with IEC finger.

Holding time 5 seconds.

voltage test with IEC finger and

Indirect test with coupling plane

Insulated EUT plastic, paint,

varnish

I

Vmax

without discharge

( breakdown)

and relay

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1

GRP

RP / HCP

GRP = Ground reference plane ESD

RP = Reference plane EFT

HCP = Horizontal coupling plane ESD

CNEFT = Coupling clamp for EFT

CDN-1000

1

GRP

RP / HCP

GRP = Ground reference plane ESD

RP = Reference plane EFT

HCP = Horizontal couplinge plane ESD

TRANSIENT2000

2x470k

EUT

The ESD transient test is a single event test. The susceptibility of an EUT is strongly influenced by the clock
frequency. With the clock frequency, the information will be transmitted in the EUT or to the auxiliary
equipment within a system. The ESD pulse enters the EUT when no information is being transmitted, the
EUT has a very good immunity to EMC test, whereas the equipment will fail in operation. The existing ESD
testers on the market the discharge cannot be synchronised with the clock frequency. Therefore the number
of shots must be increased up to 100 discharges.

Safety:

ESD3000 is not a toy. It is a professional tool and belongs only in the hand of specialists and appropriately
trained personnel.
The ESD3000 must no be switched „ON“ with the „RUN“ button unless a correctly connected earth or
ground cable is in place.

5.1.2 Test set-up for table top equipment

Test set up Test sequence

Single Phase EUT

I. EFT

1. Connect the earth bar of the TRANSIENT-2000
with the flat multiwire cable (1) to the reference
ground plate

2. Put 10 cm insulation between EUT and the
reference ground plate

3. Carry out the tests!

II. ESD

1. Remove the flat multiwire cable (1) between the
earth bar of the TRANSIENT-2000 and the
reference ground plate

2. Put 0,5 mm insulation between EUT and the
reference ground plate

3. Carry out the tests!

III. SURGE, DIPS, VARIATION

1. Reinstall the flat multiwire cable 1

2. Carry out the tests!

Three Phase EUT

I. EFT

1. As for single phase EUT

2. As for single phase EUT

3. Connect the Impulse out of the TRANSIENT
with EFT coupling on the Threephase
Coupling/De-coupling network CDN-2000-06-25

4. Carry out the tests!

II. ESD

1. As for single phase EUT

2. As for single phase EUT

3. Carry out the tests!

III. SURGE,

1. Make connection 1

2. Connect the surged phase for synchronisation
with EUT Power 1

3. Carry out the tests!

IV. DIPS Interruption

1. Loop the phase for dips and interruption
through the TRANSIENT-2000 (EUT Power 1)

2. Carry out the tests!

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5.2 Practical testing sequence

In practice, the following test procedure has been shown to be reliable:

1. Burst-Testing:

• Burst-testing on mains inputs with a test voltage of 4kV

• Burst-testing of signal and data lines up to 4kV

The energy contained in the burst pulses is relatively small, thereby minimising damage to the test object.
The higher the repetition frequency, the more likely it that weak points become evident in the test object.

2. ESD-Testing:

With this test, effects induced through the keys and the housing of electronic equipment can be simulated.

• Metallic parts, contacted method up to 8 kV

• Insulated parts, air discharge up to 15 kV

In practice, an item that has undergone burst testing shows a better immunity to ESD, than one which has
not. Likewise, an item that has undergone burst testing shows a better immunity to current injection or cw
field tests.

3 Surge-testing:

• Surge testing mains up to 2 kV
This should be used to test input protection elements and protection circuits installed in electronic
equipment. The energy content is very high in the surge test, and can destroy elements in the EUT.

• Surge testing signal and data lines up to 1 kV

4 Mains simulation:

As a consequence of the increasing number of non-linear loads, the quality of the mains gets worse and
worse. To be sure that electronic equipment can withstand the mains interference, test are such as:

Mains interruption, Mains under and over voltage variation, harmonics simulation etc. are required.

5 Further testing:

For most EUT, the described transient tests are sufficient. Further testing of the product to determine
differences, e.g. with regards to the effects of magnetic field on monitors or on protection elements, may be
needed.

Conclusion:

The product determines which kind of EMC test must be applied. It is also important, that EMC testing
should only be carried out by trained personnel, with a knowledge of how the test object should function, and
some knowledge of transients and EMC. The four tests, with their range of impulse types, simulate only
single signals, and do not cover the complete range of EMP phenomena. However, if no more failures were
registered, after a period of EMC testing with electronic equipment and systems in practical operation, it
would not be justified to impose additional EMC tests.
Further EMC test information can be obtained from EMC Partner or from our representatives.

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6 Testing with the ESD3000

6.1 Contact discharge

When you have studied Chapter 2 „Safety“ and Chapter 5 „Preparation for operation“ and all instructions
have been followed you have green light for a quick start..
EMC PARTNER store the needed tests specified in the basic standard in the ESD3000 before shipping.

To carry out a contact discharge, the following steps must be carried out:

• Connect correctly the earth or ground cable to a laboratory supply earth point or to a earth point of the
EUT.

• The discharge module must be equipped with the sharp tip

• Operate the „RUN“ button on the front panel the display turns to the EMC PARTNER logo and after a

second to:

test generator type serial number

software version
main parameter of the DM

batteries charge status inserted discharge module DM

Press the „RUN“ button one more time and the display turns to:
charging voltage polarity positive and voltage in kV

voltage level selected L2 = 4 kV

activated discharge mode
trigger mode manual

batteries charge status

Press the „RUN“ button one more time and the display turns to:
charging voltage charged voltage

voltage level selected L2 = 4 kV

first number indicates how many
pulses are released and second
number „how many pulses can be
carried out before the tests stops

TRIGGER button must be pressed

When the TRIGGER button has been pressed :
charging voltage charged voltage

voltage level selected L2 = 4 kV

first number change to 1. The first
ESD with 4 kV has been occurred

TRIGGER button must be pressed

Press the „RUN“ button and the ESD3000 return to the main setting mode.

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6.2 Air discharge

To carry out a air discharge, the following steps must be carried out:

• Connect correctly the earth or ground cable to a laboratory supply earth point or to a earth point of the
EUT.

• The discharge module must be equipped with the finger tip

• Press the „RUN“ button on the front panel and the display turns to the EMC PARTNER logo and after a

second to:

test generator type serial number

inserted discharge module DM

software version
main parameter of the DM

Press the „RUN“ button one more time and the display turns to:
charging voltage polarity positive and voltage in kV

voltage level selected L2 = 4 kV

press ENTER button and the
display change contact to air

trigger mode manual

Press the „RUN“ button one more time and the display turns to:
Information display

AD = air discharge,
CD = contact discharge

check whether the correct tip is
put on the DM, AD = air discharge,

CD = contact discharge

Press the „RUN“ button twice and the TRIGGER button once - the display turns to:
charging voltage charged voltage

voltage level selected L2 = 4 kV

The air discharge must occurred
before 5 s are over

As soon as „approach >>>>“ is indicated on the display, the finger can be moved against the EUT. For the
movement against the EUT a maximum of 5 Seconds are reserved, corresponding to the holding time in the
IEC standard. For ISO 10605 test on insulated equipment press the Trigger button a second time when the
15 mm position is reached. This will avoid second air discharges.

Press the „RUN“ button - the display turns to:
charging voltage selected voltage level

voltage level selected L2 = 4 kV

first number change to 1. The first
ESD with 4 kV has been occurred

Press the „RUN“ button and the ESD3000 will be in the main setting mode.

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6.3 Main parameter setting with the buttons on the front plate

RUN

this button has different functions:

• Turn „ON“ and „OFF“ the supply of the ESD3000

• Turn “ON“ and „OFF“ the high voltage in the discharge modules DM

• The blinking light above the „RUN“ button indicates „High Voltage ON“

ENTER

this button has different functions:

• Change the mode of the black cursor location

• Activate parameter in one line to vary the parameter with up and down

• Quit the selected parameter

Examples with ENTER button
charging voltage selected voltage level

voltage level selected L2 = 4 kV

When the black cursor is
positioned as showed and the
ENTER button is pressed, the
discharge change to „contact“

charging voltage selected voltage level

voltage level selected L2 = 4 kV

When the black cursor is
positioned as showed and the
ENTER button is pressed, the
trigger change to „Auto“

LEVEL

• With the button „level“ very quickly the test levels of different standards can
be selected.

• The test levels change in function of the DM discharge module inserted into
the ESD3000.

Examples with LEVEL button
charging voltage polarity and Voltage value

Wit discharge module DM1“

voltage level selected L3 = 6 kV

Examples with LEVEL button
charging voltage charged voltage

With discharge module DM3

voltage level selected L4 = 25 kV

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POLARITY

• Change the polarity of the charging voltage from positive to negative or from
negative to positive.

UP

this button has different functions:

• Change the charging voltage between the levels

• Moves the cursor in the menu up

• In the operation mode the charging voltage can be increased

DOWN

this button has different functions:

• Change the charging voltage between the levels

• Moves the cursor in the menu down

• In the operation mode the charging voltage can be decreased

Examples with charging voltage
charging voltage voltage increased to 4.5 kV

“

No level is indicated

Examples with menu
charging voltage Increased voltage 4.5 kV

Twice the button „down“ pressed

voltage level selected L2 = 4 kV

Examples with voltage changes in operation mode
charging voltage Increased voltage

No voltage level selected kV

RUN button pressed and with “up“
the voltage increased to 4.9 kV

Well that's easy isn't it ?

Most of the ESD tests can be done only using the hardware button on the front plate. In the next two
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6.4 The different software menus of the ESD3000

6.4.1 Repetition, number of pulses, count mode

Number of pulses

charging voltage selected voltage level

voltage level selected L2 = 4 kV

When the „down button „ has been pressed twice - the display looks like:
charging voltage selected voltage level

voltage level selected L2 = 4 kV

When the „ENTER „ button has been pressed the displays turns to:
charging voltage selected voltage level

voltage level selected L2 = 4 kV

Remark: up to 1000 discharges steps are 1, over 1000 steps change to 1000. Holding the „UP“ or „DOWN“
button pressed, the steps changes from 1 to 10 or from slow to fast.

The „ENTER „ button must be pressed to quit the selected pulse number:
charging voltage selected voltage level

voltage level selected L2 = 4 kV

Repetition of the discharge pulses can be changed on same way as the pulse number. The repetition can
only for AUTO mode be selected. The repetition time can be selected from 0.05 (20 Hz) up to 30 seconds

The number of discharges can be
selected after the ENTER button
has been pressed

With the „UP“ and „DOWN“ button
the number of discharges can be
modified.

Selected number of discharges.

EMCP recommends to use the air discharge mode for week points exploration. The 20Hz

repetition reduce the life span of the high voltage relay. See chapter 6.5.1.2.

Count mode

After pressing „down „ with the „ENTER“ button the count mode can be selected
charging voltage selected voltage level

voltage level selected L2 = 4 kV

Selected count mode.

Remark: two count mode can be differed: „Disch.“ or „ALL“. In „All“ mode all released impulses will be
counted. In „Disch.“ mode only the real discharges are counted (current sensing).

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6.4.2 Menu „Ramps“

discharge

V

e.g. 10 pulses per step

polarity pos.

Start 2000V

repetition 1/T

polarity neg.

number of pulses

Polarity

charging voltage selected voltage level

voltage level selected L2 = 4 kV

Press the ENTER button to open
the „Ramps“ menu.

When the „ENTER“ button has been pressed twice the displays indicate:
Ramp polarity

Polarity change after the selected
number of pulses

Press the ENTER button to
change the number of pulses with
up or down

Ramp polarity

Polarity changes after 5 pulses

Voltage

When the „ENTER“ button has been pressed an additional once:
Ramp Level

Level changes after the selected
number of pulses

The ramp starts at this level
After 5 pulses the voltage will be

increased with 500 V

Remark: The maximum voltage is equal the nominal voltage or selected level 4 kV.

The following message will occur when after three releases no discharges was happen

Nominal
= 8000V

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6.4.3 Menu „Setup“

charging voltage selected voltage level

voltage level selected L2 = 4 kV

Up to 9 customised parameter set­up can be stored

When „ENTER „ has been pressed
SETUP indicates that in storage

selected voltage level

place 1 set-1 is stored

Setup Nbr. 1 to 9

All setted parameter of the
ESD3000 will be stored into the
set-1

With „Load“ and „ENTER“ button the set-1 can be activated.
Setup number

Setup Nbr.1 will loaded in to the
ESD3000 control

Up to 9 customised parameter set­up can be stored

When the „ENTER“ button has been pressed twice.
Instead of Uch, set-1 indicats that

customer set-1 is loaded

selected voltage level to start the

ramp

L2 with the up and down arrow
indicates that a voltage ramp is
activated in the set-1

The set-up number 2 is empty

With up and down it can be
checked whether the storage
places are empty

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6.4.4 Menu „Settings“

charging voltage selected voltage level

voltage level selected L2 = 4 kV

When the black cursor is
positioned as showed and the
ENTER button is pressed, the
trigger change to „Auto“

menu page selected voltage level

Beeper „ON“ or „OFF“ with
“ENTER“ button

Backlight „Auto“, „OFF“ or „ON“
Assistant: „ON“ or „OFF“. The

message displays occur only when
the assistance is in the „ON“ mode

6.4.5 Menu „Service“

Last menu which can be found with the down arrows is the service menu
charging voltage selected voltage level

voltage level selected L2 = 4 kV

When the black cursor is
positioned as showed and the
ENTER button is pressed, the
display below will be showed

menu page ESD3000 equipped with

Discharge module DM1

calibration of the charging voltage
at 4 kV or 16 kV

For the time being only the English
version exists

Remark: With the voltage calibration divider ESD-VERI-V all customers can calibrate the voltages at 4 or 16
kV with an oscilloscope. The calibration factor include two values: the value from ESD3000 and the values
of the different discharge modules. As soon as the discharge module is interchanged the calibration factor
will be adapted to the new discharge module.

menu page ESD3000 equipped with

Discharge module DM2

calibration of the charging voltage
at 4 kV or 16 kV

For the time being only the English
version exists

Remark: This solution offers different advantages :
advantage 1: The accredited calibration Lab can calibrate the ESD3000 directly
advantage 2: Additional DM can extend the application of the ESD3000 system after the first sale. The
factor delivered with the DM must be set in the service menu.

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menu page ESD3000 equipped with

Discharge module DM2

calibration of the charging voltage
at 4 kV or 16 kV

For the time being only the English
version exists

Remark: When two discharge module exist for equal application e.g. two polarity for each discharge module
the factors are specified.

menu page ESD3000 equipped with

Discharge module DM3+

calibration of the charging voltage
at 4 kV or 16 kV

For the time being only the English
version exists

6.4.6 Reset of the ESD3000 to default values

When the ESD3000 is turned “OFF“ hold the +/- button and press the „RUN“ button. Relese the +/- button
when the message „reset to default“ is dispayed. If no message occur repete the reset.

6.5 Parameter changing during operation „RUN Mode“

6.5.1.1 Changing values during operation

In RUN-mode, several parameters can be continuously varied using the „up“ and „down “ buttons. This is
very helpful for exactly determining of the immunity level of the EUT. The manual change of the nominal
voltage will be noted in the report with a warning.

Charging voltage Increased voltage with „up“ during

For very fast investigation the polarity can also be changed during operation by pressing the +/­button.

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6.5.1.2 Point exploration with air discharge

The points on an EUT to which the discharges should be applied can be discovered by first doing an
exploratory test by running at a repetition rate of approximately 20 discharges per second or more.

With the ESD3000 and the ESD3000DM1 it can be arranged as following:

Select the desired discharge voltage in air discharge mode.
charging voltage polarity positive and voltage in kV

voltage level selected L2 = 4 kV

press ENTER button and the
display change contact to air

trigger mode manual

Press the „RUN“ button and hold the trigger button pressed on the main body

When the finger button is held
down the discharge tip is supplied

Hold this finger button
pressed

with d.c. The discharges will occur
with a repetition of approximately
20 Hz.

6.5.1.3 Putting out of operation

As showed above the „RUN“ button must be pressed until the message is shown „power down“.

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7 Maintenance and Servicing

7.1 Maintenance

No maintenance is necessary on the ESD3000.

7.2 Verification of the ESD3000 by the user

A full verification in accordance with the IEC standards can only be carried out with very expensive
measuring equipment. A simple verification is watching the spark at the finger or sharp tip to ground.

Ground cable must be connected. See warning advice on the ESD3000.

„ Make sure, the grounding cable is connected before you start using the ESD3000 high voltage“

7.3 Verification of the ESD3000 by EMC PARTNER AG

EMC PARTNER verify the ESD3000 in accordance with the verification chapter in the different standards.

ESD3000DM1 IEC 61000-4-2
ESD3000DM2 and DM3 ISO 10605
ESD3000DM4 MIL-STD-883
ESD3000DM5 RTCA/DO-160
ESD3000DM6 and DM7 IEC 61340-3-1 and IEC 61340-3-2

The ESD3000 and the discharge modules ESD3000DMx and ESD3000RM and networks have separate
test reports.

EMC PARTNER recommend a full verification of the ESD3000 once a year. A test report with all
oscillograms is included in the verification price. A full verification without a repair takes approximately 3
days.

Before a ESD3000 is delivered, all verifications are carried out in accordance with the basic documents.

All data are within the tolerable tolerances.

See verification report ESD3000 and DM or DN at the end of the Manual binder.

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7.4 System Reset

A system reset can be made as follow:

1. Remove the batteries and wait about 5 to 10 seconds before inserting the batteries back.

2. With +/- hold, press button the power ON/OFF (RUN button).

The software will be reset to the default values.

7.5 Caution with calibration labels

It is strictly forbidden to use metallic labels for calibration information. No metallic labels are allowed on
neither on ESD3000 or modules and networks. Metallic labels could influence the current waveform or the
voltage withstand capability.
Only plastic foils are allowed.

7.6 What must be done when the serial number is not indicated during the start up

If the serial number is not indicated in the display as showed below the stored information about
the DN are lost. The calibration data “calib” and serial number must be manually inputed. Only with the
correct % values the output current and voltages are correct.

test generator type

inserted discharge module DM

serial number

software version
main parameter of the DM

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8 What must be done following failed operation

• The ESD3000 has many of different messages to assist the operator to solve possible problems, give
information regarding incorrect operation of the ESD3000, or to correct an incorrect system
configuration.

8.1 Display messages

8.1.1 Examples of messages

The following message will occur when after three releases no discharges was happen

Information display
AD = air discharge,

CD = contact discharge

check whether the correct tip is
put on the DM, AD = air discharge,

CD = contact discharge

Message display

advice for changing mode

8.2 Service; Repairs

The ESD3000 is a compact equipment and servicing or repairing the generator can only be carried out by
EMC PARTNER authorised service companies.

Do not continue to use the instrument should any mechanical damage occur. The instrument housing has
both an insulating and a screening function which can only be assured when the housing is intact. Return a
damaged generator to EMC PARTNER service centre immediately for repair.

8.3 Spare parts list

No spare parts are necessary for the ESD3000.

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8.4 Service department of EMC PARTNER AG

EMC PARTNER AG

Baselstrasse 160
CH - 4242 Laufen
Switzerland

Tel. ++41 61 775 20 50

Fax ++41 61 775 20 59
Email [email protected]
Web www.emc-partner.com

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9 Charging the batteries or replacing batteries

The ESD3000 is a laboratory test equipment. Whenever the tester is not used, store it in the ESD3000 box.

The time the ESD3000 is not in use the batteries can be charge as follow.

The standard batteries can be changed as follow:

connector to the ESD3000 on
the bottom side. The power
supply cord must be
connected to a public outlet
with voltage 110 V up to 240
V 50/60 Hz

Unscrew the little screw on
the bottom of the ESD3000
and pull the battery back out
of the ESD3000

Charging time is approximately 5 hours (completely empty to completely full).

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replace the batteries by pull it
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10 Packaging and Transport

10.1 Packaging

If you transport the ESD3000, pack it in the original shipping box.

10.2 Transport

If you are transporting the ESD3000 to an EMC PARTNER field office for repair, attach a tag to the
equipment showing the instrument owner and address, the name of the person to contact about the
instrument, the instrument type and the serial number.

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11 Recycling / Disposal

11.1 RoHS directive 2002/95/EG

The ESD3000 complies with the directive 2002/95/EG (RoHS - Restriction of certain Hazardous
Substances). From July 2006 onwards.

From December 2005, all EMC Partner products either hand soldered or by machine are produced using
lead-free solder.

11.2 WEEE directive 2002/96/EG

The EMC Partner ESD3000, is exempted from the directive 2002/96/EG (WEEE) under category 9.

The product should be recycled through a professional organisation with appropriate experience for the
disposal and recycling of electronic products. EMC Partner are also available to help with questions relating
to the recycling of this product.

11.3 Information for dismantling

Remove always power cord fist.

There is no special danger involved in dismantling the ESD3000.

11.4 Parts which can be recycled

The ESD3000 contains parts made from steel, aluminium, PVC, two-component sealing compound. The
impulse capacitors are filled with non-poisonous mineral oil. The various parts can be separated and
recycled.

11.5 Parts which can not be recycled

All parts in the ESD3000 can be recycled.

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12 Modules and accessories

12.1 ESD3000 with DM discharge modules

Pos. Product No. Type Short Description

103606 ESD3000DM1 Discharge module IEC 61000-4-2, 150pF, 330 Ohm, AD up to

16kV, CD up to 10kV.
Incl.
. 1 rounded tip for AD
. 1 sharp tip for CD

103607 ESD3000DM2 Discharge module ISO TR10605, 330pF, 2000 Ohm, AD up to

16kV, CD up to 10kV (inside vehicle).
Incl.
. 1 rounded tip for AD
. 1 sharp tip for CD

103608 ESD3000DM4 Discharge module MIL 883 and GR-78-CORE 100pF, 1500

Ohm, CD up to 10kV, AD up to 16kV.
Incl.
. 1 sharp tip for CD
. 1 rounded tip for AD
. 1x 0.75m cable green-yellow
. 1 ESD-MC plug blue

103609 ESD3000DM5 Discharge module RTCA/DO160-D, 150pF, 330 Ohm, AD up

to 30kV consisting of ESD3000DM5+ and ESD3000DM5-.
Incl.
. 2 rounded tips for AD

103610 ESD3000DM6 Discharge Module IEC 61340-3-1, 100pF, 1500 Ohm, CD up

to 8kV.
Incl.
. 1 sharp tip for CD

103611 ESD3000DM7 Discharge Module IEC 61340-3-1, 200pF, 0 Ohm, CD up to

3kV.
Incl.
. 1 sharp tip for CD

103612 ESD3000DM8 Discharge Module in accordance with IEC 60571 and EN

50155 for Railway Testing

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Pos. Product No. Type Short Description

103625 ESD3000RM32 Relay module with high voltage and polarity switch. Circuit for

generating the first current peak. Can be used for CD up to
30kV and AD up to 30kV. Minimum one DN must be added.
Incl.
. 1 rounded tip for AD
. 1 sharp tip for CD
. 1 electrode 30mm
. 1 permanent magnet.

103615 ESD3000DN1 Discharge Network according to IEC 61000-4-2 with capacitor

150pF and resistor 330 Ohm. AD from 1kV up to 30kV and CD
from 1kV up to 30kV.

103616 ESD3000DN2 Discharge Network according to ISO TR10605 with capacitor

330pF and resistor 2000 Ohm. AD from 1kV up to 30kV and
CD from 1kV up to 30kV.

103617 ESD3000DN3 Discharge Network according to ISO TR10605 with capacitor

150pF and resistor 2000 Ohm. AD from 1kV up to 30kV and
CD from 1kV up to 30kV.

103618 ESD3000DN4

For explosive device testing MIL-STD-1512 or VG95378 with
capacitor 500pF and resistor 5000 Ohm. AD from 1kV up to
30kV and CD from 1kV up to 30 kV.
Consisting of 1 discharge network. ESD3000DM-EXT and
safety switch must be ordered separately.

103619 ESD3000DN5

Discharge network for military testing according to
MIL-STD-331, MIL-DTL-23659D or STANAG 4239. 500pF,
500 Ohm.
AD and CD 2kV up to 30kV. Requires ESD3000RM32.
ESD3000DM-EXT & safety switch can be ordered separately

104126 ESD3000DN6

Discharge network for automotive testing according to ISO
TR 10605. VW TL 824-66 and Daimler Chrysler DC 10614.
330pF, 330 Ohm. AD and CD 2kV up to 30kV. Requires
ESD3000RM32.

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Pos. Product No. Type Short Description

103627 ESD-

OPTOLINK

Optical link to control ESD3000 from PC. Must be ordered together
with TEMA. Optolink length 10 m with special LEMO plug and
RS232 9 pin connector. Incl. 1x ESD-TRA-CABLE

103630 ESD-

TARGET2

2 Ohm Target with SMA connector, upper limit >4GHz. For ESD
calibration verification and comparison. Calibrated target attenuator
cable chain.
Incl.

- 1x cable 50 Ohm

103629 ESD-VERI-V Charging voltage (up to 25kV) measurement divider 20Gohm, ratio

determined by the 1Mohm input of the oscilloscope. Ratio approx.
1:20'000. Incl MC banana plugged cable green/yellow (1x 0.80m).

103485 ESD-VCP50 Vertical coupling plate 0.5 x 0.5m with 2m cable and 2 x 470kOhm

resistors.

103637 ESD-STAND

Ed2

Non metallic stand for ESD MOUSE, ESD2000, ESD3000
ESD3000DM-EXT, in accordance with IEC 61000-4-2 Ed.2

103634 CNH12 Accessory to ESD3000 with RM32 and DN1 to simulate rapidly

changing H-field as generated at real ESD discharge.

103628 ESD3000DM-

EXT

Accessory to ESD3000DM's to separate the control and the
discharge module for special applications like airbag or explosive
device testing. With the ESD3000DM-EXT the control can be
separated maximum 1m.

103626 ESD3000

SAFETY­SWITCH

Safety switch to short circuit the ESD3000 output, when testing
explosive devices. Must be used together with ESD3000DN4 and
ESD3000RM32.

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12.2 Pictures of the accessories

ESD-STAND Ed2:

ESD-VERI-V:

Height adjustable from 0.4 m
up to 1.75 m
Application:
long term tests in contact and
air discharge mode

20 G divider for high voltage
measurement on the
ESD3000 up to 25 kV.
Ratio is determined by 1 M
Ohm input of the
oscilloscope.
Ration approximate 20’000

ESD-TARGET2:

VCP50

2 Ohm Target with SMA
connector, upper limit >4GHz

Vertical coupling plate.
Mechanical dimension: 0.5 x

0.5 m
Application indirect ESD
discharge with contact tip.

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ESD3000DM-EXT

CNH12

Testing of EUTs that could
spontaneously explode or
rapidly change state, such as
airbags or munitions fuses

Accessory to ESD3000 with
RM32 and DN1 to simulate
rapidly changing H-field as
generated at real ESD
discharge.

ESD-OPTOLINK

.

Accessory to ESD3000 to
remote control the ESD3000
without any galvanic
connection

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13 E3Loader and Serial Communication

13.1 Remote control with „E3Loader“

The E3Loader program, delivered with ESD3000, is a basic software package primarily used for updating
firmware and, with the optional ESD-VERI-V, adjusting the HV-DC level. E3Loader can also be used as a
simple remote control tool.

The Download-Module
(picture right) connects
ESD3000 to a 9-pin serial
port on the PC.

This is an easy way to
upload new settings or
firmware but as there is no
galvanic insulation high­voltage testing is not
possible.

For remote controlled testing,
an optional optical RS232
interface is required.

The serial port uses just the data lines TxD and RxD for information transfer (9600Baud, 8 N 1).

13.2 Controlling ESD3000

Click ‘Load Setup’ to enter

the parameter input menu

(picture left). Parameters

can be changed and saved

in one of 9 memory

locations on the computer

hard disk. These setup files

can be transferred to the

ESD3000 using the

download module.

Click ‘Control’ to enter the

real-time test menu (picture

right). Parameter values

can be changed, even when

ESD3000 is operating
(optical interface required).

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13.3 Module Calibration

13.4 Firmware Upload

Together with an optional high­impedance high-voltage divider
(ESD-VERI-V), a recalibration and
adjustment of the discharge­modules (DMx) can be performed
and stored in the ESD3000 memory.

ATTENTION
Incorrect use of the firmware upload may result in permanent data loss ! See Warning
windows before the upload starts.

How to update the ESD3000 Firmware:

1. Using The download module, connect ESD3000 to
the serial port of a computer

2. Switch on ESD3000. Make sure system power is
maintained during the upload process (Batteries
fully charged before start of update ). This takes
approximately 10 minutes.

3. The window indicates the firmware version on the
ESD3000
and the version on the hard disk.

4. If communication with the upload monitor inside the
ESD3000 is established (message...connected to
ESD3000...), click on ‘Start Update’ and wait until
the message ‘...Upload successful...’ appears.

5. Restart the ESD3000 and check if the new version
is shown in the display.

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14 ESD3000 Control with Test-Manager (Tema)

14.1 Remote Control from PC

Direct control of the ESD3000 with a PC requires the following items:

− ESD-OPTOLINK (RS232-interface with 10m optical wire)

− ESD-TRA-CABLE (cable with LEMO plugs to connect interface and ESD3000)

− TEMA (‘Test-Manager’ software)

Test-Manager software is available for all EMC Partner generators and enables complex test sequences to
be programmed using standard windows methods. Test reports can be generated which include results
from different generator sources and pictures from a DSO (Digital Storage Oscilloscopes).
ESD3000 can be connected directly to a PC and benefits from all these features.

When TEMA software is started, the following window appears:

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15 Appendix and Corrections

15.1 Appendix

15.1.1 Definition of the ESD Waveform

Level

1
2
3
4

It is only possible to check the impulse current by using very expensive pieces of measuring equipment. The
price of such an instrument today lies at approx. 50 k$. In addition, persons who carry out such tests must
have some experience with high voltage and high frequency test work, so that they can interpret the
measured values. The calibration and verification of the generators must be carried out by the manufacturer
or the official calibration authorities.

Test

voltage

kV+-30%

2
4
6
8

Peak

current

A+-30%

7,5

15

22,5

30

Amplitude

at

30ns

A+-30%

4

8
12
16

Amplitude

at

60 ns

A+-30%

2
4
6
8

Current peak

wall cage

u1

ESD-Mouse

50 Ohm Termination

2 Ohm Target

Attenuator

e.g. 20 dB

Oscillograph

u2

50 Ohm

The ESD-current produces on 2 Ohm Shunt a voltage trop u1. The 2 Ohm target is terminated with 50 Ohm
to avoid reflection. With the 20 dB attenuator the 60V trop on the 2 Ohm will be reduced to the allowed input
voltage of the oscilloscope. The memory oscilloscope must have a minimum bandwidth of 1 GHz. For all
four levels (2,4,6,8 kV) the current wave-form must be within the tolerances as specified in the IEC standard
61000-4-2.

The calibration of the ESD generator should be made at manufacturer side or at an accredited test house.

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15.2 Correction

15.2.1 Declaration of conformity to the EMC directive 89/336/EEC

see appendix at the end of this documents.

15.2.2 Declaration of conformity to the LV directive 93/68/EEC

see appendix at the end of this documents.

15.2.3 Declaration of conformity to the Basic Standards

see appendix at the end of this documents.

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16 Glossary

Wherever possible, definitions in accordance with IEC 50 (IEV 161) are used.

EUT

EST

EMV = EMC = CEM Electro Magnetic Compatibility German:Elektromagnetische

Hybrid pulse Voltage at no load 1.2 / 50 µs and current at short circuit 8 / 20µs.

CWG Definition in IEC 1000-4-5 used for Surge Tester Combination

Coupling network Electric circuit for transferring energy with low losses from one

Decoupling network Electric circuit to prevent transmitting energy from one circuit into

CDN coupling decoupling network

(single or three phase unit)

EFT Electric Fast Transient

ESD Electric Static Discharge

Equipment under Test

French abbreviation of EUT

Verträglichkeit French: compatibilité elctromagnetique

wave generator.

circuit into another circuit.

another circuit.

Consist of a coupling and a de-coupling network.

(switched inductance)

SURGE Transients with high energy content with relatively low frequency

content

as produced by lightning and switching of power lines.

DIP Short voltage interruption or short voltage drop

IEC International standardisation organisation for electronic technology

VARIAC Voltage variable transformer

SPIKE One pulse of the burst

CRO oscilloscope

HV High Voltage

rms. root mean square; effective value

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Used symbols:

3

Direct current

Alternating current

Three phase alternating current

Earth (ground) terminal

Protective conductor terminal IEC 417, No. 5019

Caution, risk of electric shock

ISO 3864, No. B.3.6

Caution (refer to accompanying documents)

ISO 3864, No. B.3.1

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17 Index

Technical data 11

EUT 57

A

Attention refer to manual 16, 21

C

charging the batteries 39
Climatic Condition 15
Control panel

Control part 19

Control Panel

Front of the ESD3000 19
Coupling network 57
CWG 57

D

Decoupling network 57
delivered standard set-ups 25

E

Electromagnetic Compatibility 16
EMC 57
Error caused by incorrect inputs 37
Error messages 37
ESD

characteristics 7

Modules and Accessories 45

source 7
ESD Run Mode 33
ESD3000DM3

Technical data 9
ESD3000DM4

Technical data 9, 12
ESD3000DM5

Technical data 10
ESD3000DM6

Technical data 10
ESD3000DM7

Technical data 10
ESD3000DN1

Technical data 11
ESD3000DN2

Technical data 11
ESD3000DN3

M

Maintenance 35
Mechanical dimension 12

O

Operational Conditions 15
Options 45

P

Packaging and shipment 41
personal safety 15
Power line voltage, power consumption 12

R

Recycling/Disposal 43

S

Safety

Precautionary measure 16

Safety

Standards 15
Service, Repair 37
SURGE 57
Symbols 58

T

Test 57
test set-up for table top equipment 22

V

Verification of EMC PARTNER 35

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Declaration of Conformity to Standards

The EMC Tester

complies with the following standards:

ESD3000DM1 IEC 61000-4-2
ESD3000DM2 and DM3 ISO 10605
ESD3000DM4 MIL-STD-883
ESD3000DM5 RTCA/DO-160
ESD3000DM6 and DM7 IEC 61340-3-1 and IEC 61340-3-2

Type: ESD3000 with DMx or DNx

Laufen, 02. February 2004

EMC PARTNER AG

M. Lutz
Managing Director

Appendix to 14.2.3 Conformity declaration with basic standards

EMC PARTNER AG

R. Henz
Manager Quality

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Manufacturer Declaration Of Conformity EMC

Directive 89/336/EWG with table VII 2004/108/EG

The EMC Tester

is designed and manufactured complying with the following harmonised standards:

has been tested in accordance with the following standards:

harmonised:

international

Fulfilling the directions of the EMC - Directive 89/336/EWG and with table VII 2004/108/EG

EMC PARTNER authorised representative established within the EC Community

Laufen: 04. August 2009

EMC PARTNER AG

Type: ESD3000; S/N > 10

EN 61000-6-3: 2007
EN 61326: 2006

IEC 61000-6-3
IEC 61326-1

H+H High Voltage
Technology GmbH
Im kurzen Busch 15
DE - 58640 Iserlohn

EMC PARTNER AG

M. Lutz
Managing Director

Appendix to 14.2.2 K Conformity declaration with the EMC directive

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Manufacturer Declaration Of Conformity LV

Directive 73/23/EWG; with table VI 2006/95/EG

The EMC Tester

has been tested in accordance with the following standards:

Harmonised:

international

in accordance with the regulation of LV - directive of the members states 73/23/EWG and with table VI
2006/95/EG

EMC PARTNER authorised representative established within the EC Community

Laufen, 05.August 2009

EMC PARTNER AG

Type: ESD3000, S/N > 10

EN 61010-1: 2001

IEC 61010-1

H+H High Voltage
Technology GmbH
Im kurzen Busch 15
DE - 58640 Iserlohn

EMC PARTNER AG

M. Lutz
Managing Director

Appendix to 14.2.2 Conformity declaration with Low Voltage Directive 93/68/EEC and with table VI
2006/95/EG

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