Take Control of Your AC Test Power

The AMX Series is a family of High Performance Linear AC power sources covering the power range from 500 VA to 12 kVA with standard models and up to 30 kVA with optional M5283 option. The product line offers both single and three phase models. Units are conservatively designed and output power ratings are based on the most severe combination of input line, output voltage, power factor, and temperature. This approach to product design allows the AMX Series to excel when delivering the high peak load currents demanded in the AC test environment.

Great emphasis has been placed on low acoustic noise, ease of installation, and maximum power per cubic inch of rack space. Control and operating features provide a high degree of application versatility and ease of use for the test engineer. Applications range from simple, manually controlled frequency conversion to harmonic testing and sophisticated bus programmable transient simulation.

An exceptionally broad bandwidth (50 kHz small signal) combined with peak/RMS current of 4-6:1 give the AMX Series the ability to produce high quality, low distortion output power into the most dynamic loads.

Key Features Provide Application Versatility

Design Provides Total Control of AC Power

• All AMX Series power source models may be equipped with either a digitally programmable Oscillator/Controller (UPC type) or a manually controlled Oscillator (UMC type).

• Single phase power source models may be controlled to operate on either a 0-135 VAC range or a 0-270 VAC range. Three phase models are additionally switchable to 3ø/1ø output power form.

• Total control of the output power form and the selection of either the direct output or the optional transformer output is available from the front panel or the bus.

• All operating functions may be controlled from either the front panel or from a remote RS-232 or IEEE 488.2/ SCPI BUS. LabVIEW for Windows® and LabWindows® Instrument Drivers are available.

Special AMX Series Operating Features

Continuous Self Calibration
Provides for exceptional accuracy of the AC output Voltage. When enabled, accuracy improves to ±0.03% referenced to the power source internal voltmeter.

Programmable Dynamic Output Impedance (optional on UPC12/32)
Programmable Output Impedance provides the operator with dynamic control over the output impedance of the AC Power Source. Using the output current term as conditioned feedback signal to the output voltage circuits, positive or negative impedance may be programmed. The purpose of this control is to simulate the effects of or compensate for high peak current, distribution, or transformer losses of up to ±10% of the output voltage.

This feature creates positive, negative, or zero output impedance (Zo).

• Compensates for line distribution or transformer losses.

• Simulates a soft power line for product testing. Compensation range is ±10% of the output voltage.

Waveform Library
Up to 16 different waveforms can be stored in the waveform library for execution as part of a steady state program or for substitution in any output phase as part of a transient test program. Memory location #1 is a non-editable high resolution sine wave. Locations 2-16 are editable and can be substituted in any output phase. An unlimited number of waveforms may be stored on the computer for those using a programmable UPC.

Waveform Edit
Provides the ability to modify a stored waveform by specifying the waveform amplitude desired at each specific phase angle.

Waveform Analysis (optional on UPC12/32)
Provides both a graphic and numeric display of the harmonic structure of a voltage or current waveform. Data presented includes the magnitude of each harmonic in %, the total harmonic distortion, and the odd and even harmonic distortion in %.

Waveform Synthesis (optional on UPC12/32)
Provides the ability to quickly create virtually any AC Test Waveform that may be required by building it out of harmonics. The process is as simple as keying in the harmonic multiple, the amplitude, and the phase angle for each desired harmonic up through the 51st.

Time Based Transients
Provide the ability to create and execute on command, transients that occur linearly over a specified time segment to modify output voltage or frequency.

Cycle Based Transients
Provide the ability to create and execute, on command, transients that substitute a selected waveform in the output for 1 to 100 cycles.

AMX AC Power Sources

Notes:

All single phase units are operable with dual voltage ranges as listed. All three phase units are operable as single phase with dual voltage range capability or as three phase. Output voltage ranges and 1ø / 3ø conversions are selected by front panel or bus command.

Output voltage ranges listed are for standard units. VMAX is achievable with nominal input voltage at full load. Other voltage ranges are available with the output magnetics option.

Current ratings at 125 VRMS output.

Input power frequency is 47-63 Hz (400Hz optional). Single Phase: 100, 110, 120, 200, 208, 220, 230, 240, VAC ± 10%. Three phase: 208, 220, 240, 380, 416 VAC ± 10%. *Single phase version available for added cost.

Applications

AC Test Power
The AMX Series Power Source is equipped with a powerful microcontroller to create a fully integrated test system. It supplies a variety of power conditions to the device under test and meters/analyzes all output performance parameters.

Frequency/Voltage Conversion
The AMX Series is an excellent source of stable AC voltage over the frequency range of 20 to 5,000 Hz. The output frequency is quartz-crystal stabilized. Output voltages up to 600 VAC are provided.

Phase Conversion
With the ability to provide singe and three-phase outputs, the AMX Series is the perfect choice to provide 1 Phase to 3 Phase or 3 Phase to 1 Phase conversion.

Controller Selection Guide

Four controller models are available with the AMX-Series. They include 1 Phase and 3 Phase models for both manual and programmable control.

• UMC-31, 1/3 Phase Manual Control, 45 Hz to 500 Hz.

• UPC-12, 1 Phase Programmable Control, 20 Hz to 5,000 Hz.

• UPC-32, 3 Phase Programmable Control, 20 Hz to 5,000 Hz.

• UPC-32E, 3 Phase Programmable Control, 20 Hz to 599.9 Hz.

All controllers provide manual operation from the front panel. Programmable Controllers may be programmed from the front panel or from a remote interface. IEEE 488 interface is standard. RS232 interface is optional.

Dual Range Output Magnetics Options

AMX Series Power Sources can be equipped with output transformers to provide an alternate output voltage range. Selection of direct or transformer coupled range is performed by the controller via front panel or bus command. The standard frequency range for transformer coupled outputs is 45 to 5,000 Hz. Standard output ratios are 1.5:1, 2.0:1, and 2.5:1. Transformer outputs are supplied internally or externally via a Magnetics Module as listed in the above table. Consult the factory for additional information regarding special output ranges not listed above.

Power Source Specifications

Output Frequency:
20 to 5000 Hz. Full Power

Line Regulation:
0.1% max for a 10% line change

Load Regulation:
0.25% 20 to 2000 Hz. 0.5% 2000 to 5000 Hz. Can be improved to less than 0.03% with CSC engaged.

Output Distortion:
0.1% THD from 20 to 1000 Hz 0.25% THD from 1000 to 5000 Hz

Ripple and Noise:
-72 dB

Response Time:
5µsec. typical to a step load change. Small signal band-width is 5 Hz. to 50 kHz, typical.

Mechanical Specifications

All models are designed for operation in 19 inch equipment racks. Models above 1800 VA have side handles for ease of handling.

Mounting:
Standard 19 inch rack. Slide rails are available as an option for all models.

Height:
See model table above for panel height.

Depth:
Will not exceed 24 inches from the front panel to the rear of the chassis, including connectors, handles and cabling.

Cooling:
Forced air, front or side intakes, rear exhaust with auto fan speed control for low acoustic noise operation.

UPC Controller Specifications

The UPC controller is essentially a single or three phase AC arbitrary waveform generator and Precision AC metering system. The waveform for each phase may be independently selected and may be independently varied in amplitude and phase angle with respect to phase A (3 phase systems).

The UPC output metering samples the output volts and amps at 512 samples per measurement using a 12 bit A/D converter. This technique provides exceptional metering accuracy and resolution (20 bits), and delivers a high-fidelity waveform back to a host computer for analysis.

The UPC includes a remote GPIB interface compatible with IEEE 488.2 and SCPI. An available option is an RS-232 serial port that operates up to 38.4 kBaud.

Frequency:
20.00 to 5000 Hz ±0.01%

Voltage (Direct):
Programmable, 0-VMAX, in 0.1 volt steps (see table)

Phase Angle:
Phase Angle (f) of Phases B and C relative to Phase A is programmable from 0-359° in 1° increments ± 0.5°.

Current Limit:
Current limit is programmable from 0 to I peak maximum of the power source. Accuracy is ± 1%, resolution ± 0.05%.

Waveform Library:
Stores up to 15 waveforms that can be edited and executed in any manner and in any output phase.

Voltmeter:
Range: 0-354 volts L-N, 0-708 volts L-L
Resolution: 0.10VAC to front panel, 0.001VAC to remote interface
Accuracy: ± 0.25% of reading ± 0.1% of range (50-500Hz)

Ammeter:
Range: 300% of system current rating
Resolution: 0.01AAC to front panel, 0.001AAC to remote interface
Accuracy: ± 0.25% of reading ± 0.1% of range (50-500Hz)

Power Meter:
Range: Based on ammeter range
Resolution: 1.0 watts or VA to front panel, 0.001 Watts or VA to remote interface
Accuracy: ± 1% of Full Scale

Power Factor & Crest Factor:
Calculated and displayed to three significant digits.

Expanding the AC Power Source into an Automated Test System

Pacific's line of SmartsourceT AC Power Sources enable the engineer to simply automate his testing by using Lab VIEW for WindowsT or LabWindowsT. An extensive list of Virtual Instruments (VIs) are offered for Pacific's AMX Series Power Sources.

Manual Control of AC Power

Provide easy manual control with Pacific's UMC-31 Manual AC Power Controller.

• Obtain precision frequency and phase conversion for manufacturing and test

• Provide high quality, general purpose lab power where test versatility is required

• Achieve low cost and power form flexibility for power supply tests.

The UMC-31 provides operational control and high quality oscillator signals for both single and three phase Power Sources.

Specifications UMC-31 Controller

Phase:
Select single, split, or three phase operation by internal jumper. Phase angles are fixed at 120° and 240° for three phase operation.

Frequency:
Select 50, 60, or 400 Hz fixed or a variable frequency mode of 45 to 500 Hz.

Voltage:
0-VMAX via 10 turn potentiometer on the front panel.

Metering:
Autoranging Volts, Amps, and Frequency.
 

Specifications are subject to change without notice.