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1. Operating Manual for XT Series Power Supply Section 1 Features and Specifications Introduction Release 2 2 The XT Series of linear regulated DC power supplies provides reliable high performance solutions for a broad range of laboratory development and system applications The series consists of seven basic models that may be purchased as single units or combined as dual triple or quadruple configurations containing any combination of models See the chart below for a list of available models Low output noise and ripple excellent line and load regulation and a wide variety of options including analog RS232 standard or IEEE 488 controlled programming make the XT Series the first choice in flexible DC power system design Table 1 1 60 Watt Series Models Model 1 6 15 4 20 3 30 2 60 1 120 0 5 250 0 25 Output Voltage 0 7 V 0 15 V 0 20 V 0 30 V 0 60 V 0 120 V 0 250 V Output Current 0 6 A 0 4 A 0 3A 0 2 A 0 1A 0 0 5 A 0 0 25A Features and Specifications Features Features The power supply delivers simultaneous digital displays for both voltage and current and bar graph displays for monitoring transient changes which gives the user the benefit of continuous up to date information Ten turn voltage control permits high resolution setting of the output voltage Current limit is fully adjustable from zero to the rated output with a single turn control The automatic crossover sy2. Air enters the unit from the bottom and lower sides and exits from the upper sides and top Optional rack for mounting several units in a standard rack Can be combined with 300 watt series units See Rack Mounting on page 24 CSA certified to CSA C22 2 No 107 1 FCC Part 15B and Industry Canada Class A CE Marked for Low Voltage Directive and EMC Directive Class A emissions Operating Manual for XT Series Power Supply Chassis Dimensions and Weight Single Output Unit Dual Output Unit Triple Output Unit Quad Output Unit Release 2 2 Height Width Depth Weight Height Width Depth Weight Height Width Depth Weight Height Width Depth Weight Features and Specifications Chassis Dimensions and Weight 5 25 in 132 mm 4 25 in 109 mm 11 7 in 297 mm 7 7 1b 3 5 kg 5 25 in 132 mm 8 5 in 216 mm 11 7 1m 297 mm 14 2 Ib 6 5 kg 5 25 in 132 mm 12 75 in 325 mm 11 7 in 297 mm 26 3 lb 6 5 kg 5 25 in 132 mm 17 0 in 436 mm 11 7 in 297 mm 36 7 Ib 16 7 kg 19 Features and Specifications Chassis Dimensions and Weight 20 Operating Manual for XT Series Power Supply Section 2 Installation Introduction This section provides recommendations and procedures for inspecting installing and testing the power supply Basic Setup Procedure Table 2 1 Basic Setup Procedure Step Description Action Reference 1 Inspection Perform an initial physical
3. Initial Inspection on page 21 inspection of the supply 2 Installation Install the supply and ensure Location and Ventilation on adequate ventilation page 24 3 Test Perform functional tests for Functional Tests on page 25 voltage mode operation current mode operation and front panel controls Initial Inspection Periodic Cleaning Release 2 2 Verify that the power supply was shipped with an IEC power cord set appropriate to the destination country and an operating manual When you first receive your unit perform a quick physical check 1 Inspect the unit for scratches and cracks broken switches connectors terminals and missing accessories 2 Have a service technician check the unit if you suspect internal damage If the unit is damaged save all packing materials and notify the carrier immediately See instructions in Packaging for Shipping or Storage on page 23 No routine servicing of the power supply is required except for periodic cleaning Whenever a unit is removed from operation clean the outside surfaces with a weak solution of soap and water If required use low pressure compressed air to blow dust from in and around components on the printed circuit boards 21 Installation Returning Power Supplies to the Manufacturer Returning Power Supplies to the Manufacturer Return Material Authorization 22 Policy Before returning a product directly to Xantrex you must obtain a R
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5. of sale to the end user or e The dated dealer invoice or purchase receipt showing original equipment manufacturer OEM status or e The dated invoice or purchase receipt showing the product exchanged under warranty What does this warranty not cover This Limited Warranty does not cover normal wear and tear of the product or costs related to the removal installation or troubleshooting of the customer s electrical systems This warranty does not apply to and Xantrex will not be responsible for any defect in or damage to a the product if it has been misused neglected improperly installed physically damaged or altered either internally or externally or damaged from improper use or use 1n an unsuitable environment b the product if it has been subjected to fire water generalized corrosion biological infestations and high input voltage from lightning strikes c the product if repairs have been done to it other than by Xantrex or its authorized service centers hereafter ASCs d the product if it is used as a component part of a product expressly warranted by another manufacturer e the product if its original identification trade mark serial number markings have been defaced altered or removed Release 2 2 ill Disclaimer Product Exclusions THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY PROVIDED BY XANTREX IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR XANTREX PRODUCT AND IS WHERE PERMITTED BY LAW IN LIEU
6. rise in current and that the current mode indicator light is ON Set the power switch to OFF Operating Manual for XT Series Power Supply Section 3 Load Connection and Sensing Introduction This section covers single and multiple load connection constant voltage and constant current operating modes and alternate power supply configurations such as series and parallel connections Load Connection WARNING There is a potential shock hazard at the load when using a power supply with an output greater than 40 V Take appropriate precautions to protect personnel against accidental contact with hazardous voltages Also ensure that the insulation rating of the load wiring and circuitry is greater than or equal to the maximum voltages to ground being applied CAUTION When making load connections be sure to observe correct polarity locations or damage to the power supply may occur You can obtain reliable performance from your power supply 1f you take certain basic precautions when making load connections To obtain a stable low noise output pay attention to factors such as conductor ratings system grounding techniques and the way that you make AC input DC output and remote sensing connections Use a conductor size that satisfies the current rating requirements To overcome impedance and coupling effects we recommend larger gauge wire and shorter leads Where positive load transients such as back EMF electromotive force fro
7. single output supply with higher output voltage Connect the negative terminal of one supply to the positive terminal of the next supply The total voltage available is the sum of the maximum voltages of each supply add voltmeter readings The maximum current available to the load is equal to the current of the lowest rated supply in the series See Figure 4 2 for a representation of series operation SUPPLYB SNS SNS SUPPLY A SNS SNS Figure 4 2 Series Operation with and without OVP 35 Operation Using Multiple Supplies Connecting Multiple Supplies in Parallel 36 Note You do not need to use remote sensing for series operation If you choose to use it refer to Remote Sensing on page 32 Diodes CR1 and CR2 protect sense circuits during transient events such as momentary current limit events which may cause supply outputs to collapse CAUTION For parallel operation with OVP equipped supplies set all OVP trip points higher than the maximum output voltage To prevent the internal OVP fuse from blowing during OVP trip events add external blocking diodes as illustrated in Figure 4 3 CAUTION The configuration shown in Figure 4 3 is for use with local sense only Do not attempt to use remote sensing with the diodes as shown Damage to the sense circuits may occur Connect power supplies in parallel to obtain a single output supply with a higher output current limit Se
8. A NORME NMB 001 DU CANADA Manufactured DD MMM YYYY S N put Opt i Made in Canada N OO O 0 Output Terminal Block AC Input Connector TR I 2 A Figure 1 3 Rear Panel 14 Operating Manual for XT Series Power Supply Features and Specifications Electrical Specifications Electrical Specifications Specifications are warranted over a temperature range of 0 to 30 C with default local sensing Above 30 C derate output linearly to zero at 70 C Specifications are subject to change without notice Table 1 2 Electrical Specifications for 7 5 V to 30 V Models Models 7 6 15 4 20 3 30 2 Output Ratings Output Voltage 0 7 V 0 15V 0 20V 0 30V Output Current 0 6 A 0 4 A 0 3A 0 2 A Output Power 42 W 60 W 60 W 60 W Line Regulation 1 Voltage 0 01 of Vmax 2 mV 2 mV 35mV 4mV 5 mV Current 0 01 of Imax 250 uA 0 85 mA 0 65 mA 0 55mA 0 45 mA Load Regulation Voltage 0 01 of Vmax 2 mV 2 1 mV 35mVY 4mV 5 mV Current 0 01 of Imax 250 uA 0 85mA 0 65mA 055mA 0 45 mA Meter Accuracy Voltage 1 of Vmax 1 count 0 08 V 025V 03V 0 4 V Current 1 of Imax 1 count 0 07 A 0 05A 0 04A 0 03A Stability Voltage 0 02 of Vmax 14mV 3mV 4 mV 6 mV Current 0 03 of Imax 18mA 12mA 09mA 0 6 mA Temperature Coefficient i Voltage 0 015 of Vmax C 1 05 mV 225mV 3 mV 4 5 mV Current 0 02 of Imax C 12mA 08mA O06mA 0 4mA Front Panel Voltage Control Resolution 0 02 of V max 1 4
9. AEN Ib b rs xantrex XT 7 6 XT 15 4 XT 20 3 XT 30 2 XT 60 1 XT 120 0 5 XT 250 0 25 Operating Manual XT 60 Watt Series Programmable DC Power Supply www xantrex com xantrex Operating Manual for XT Series Programmable DC Power Supply Warra nty This Limited Warranty Limited What does this warranty cover and how long does it last is provided by Xantrex Technology Inc Xantrex and covers defects in workmanship and materials in your XT 60 Watt Series DC Power Supply This warranty lasts for a Warranty Period of 5 years from the date of purchase at point of sale to you the original end user customer What will Xantrex do Xantrex will at its option repair or replace the defective product free of charge provided that you notify Xantrex of the product defect within the Warranty Period and provided that Xantrex through inspection establishes the existence of such a defect and that it is covered by this Limited Warranty Xantrex will at its option use new and or reconditioned parts in performing warranty repair and building replacement products Xantrex reserves the right to use parts or products of original or improved design in the repair or replacement If Xantrex repairs or replaces a product its warranty continues for the remaining portion of the original Warranty Period or 90 days from the date of the return shipment to the customer whichever is greater All replaced products and
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11. all parts removed from repaired products become the property of Xantrex Xantrex covers both parts and labor necessary to repair the product and return shipment to the customer via a Xantrex selected non expedited surface freight within the contiguous United States and Canada Alaska and Hawaii are excluded Contact Xantrex Customer Service for details on freight policy for return shipments outside of the contiguous United States and Canada How do you get service If your product requires troubleshooting or warranty service contact your merchant If you are unable to contact your merchant or the merchant is unable to provide service contact Xantrex directly at Phone 604 422 8595 Toll Free North America 1 800 667 8422 Fax 604 421 3056 Email info xantrex com Operating Manual for XT Series Power Supply Direct returns may be performed according to the Xantrex Return Material Authorization Policy described in your product manual For some products Xantrex maintains a network of regional Authorized Service Centers Call Xantrex or check our website to see if your product can be repaired at one of these facilities In any warranty claim dated proof of purchase must accompany the product and the product must not have been disassembled or modified without prior written authorization by Xantrex Proof of purchase may be in any one of the following forms e The dated purchase receipt from the original purchase of the product at point
12. aximum Current AWG A AWG A 6 A 16 6 2 155 14 10 1 192 12 16 1 0 247 10 21 2 0 303 8 36 Operating Manual for XT Series Power Supply Load Connection and Sensing Load Connection Load Wiring Length for Operation with Sense Lines For applications using remote sensing you must limit the voltage drop across each load line See Figure 3 1 for some maximum allowable lengths for a given load current and wire size We recommend that you use the larger load wiring to ensure a smaller voltage drop 0 1 V typical maximum although units can compensate for up to 0 5 V drop in each line i E 40 2 E z a Y FE ay Ne 2 0 X S 7 N I Y 4 NS EN N N N E 1 0 NX xo N Sa o a e 5 10 T r LOAD CURRENT AMPS i Figure 3 1 Maximum Wire Length for 100 mV Line Drop Noise and Impedance Effects To minimize noise pickup or radiation use shielded pair wiring of the shortest possible length for load wires Connect the shield to the chassis via the front panel binding post or a rear panel mounting screw Where shielding is impossible or impractical simply twisting the wires together will offer some noise immunity Making Load Front Panel Binding Posts To make connections at the front panel connect Connections load wires using stripped wire 0 6 tongue lugs or banana plugs to the output binding posts For binding posts locations see Figure 1 1 Front Panel Controls p 13 1 Any losse
13. d cover are not connected to an electrical ground via the safety ground in the AC input connector Ensure that the power supply is connected to a grounded AC outlet with the recommended AC input connector configured for the available line voltage as described in this section CAUTION When power switch is turned on output voltage or current previously set will be applied to loads The AC input connector is a standard IEC 320 male connector located on the power supply s rear panel Operating Manual for XT Series Power Supply Installation Functional Tests Table 2 2 Operational AC Input Voltage Ranges and Frequency AC Voltage Range Frequency 104 127 Vac 10 standard 57 63 Hz 200 250 Vac 14 AC220 AC230 AC240 options 110 Vac option M1 47 63 Hz 115 230 Vac switching unit option M43 AC Input Cord WARNING The AC input cord is the disconnect device for the power supply The plug must be readily identifiable by and accessible to the operator The input cord must be no longer than 9 85 feet 3 m The AC input cord that we provide is appropriate to the destination country If you require a special cord call us Functional Tests These functional test procedures include power on and front panel function checks as well as voltage and current mode operation checks Power on 1 Ensure that the front panel power switch is in the extended OFF position and Check the voltage and current controls are in their fully counte
14. e made by experienced service technicians only CAUTION For Use as a Battery Charger When you are using any of these power supplies for battery charging applications it is essential to provide an appropriately sized fuse or circuit breaker in series between the power supply output and the battery Installation of a protector fuse or DC circuit breaker rated for about 115 of the maximum current rating of the power supply and designed specifically to interrupt the DC voltage of the battery will provide adequate reverse polarity current protection Where several power supplies are in parallel it is best to fuse each one rather than one large fuse for all Operating Manual for XT Series Power Supply About This Manual This Operating Manual contains operation instructions for the XT Series of high performance switching laboratory power supplies available in several voltage models at 60 watts It provides information on features and specifications installation procedures and basic functions testing as well as operating procedures for using both standard and multiple supply functions Who Should Use This Manual Main Sections This manual is designed for the user who is familiar with basic electrical laws especially as they apply to the operation of power supplies This implies a recognition of Constant Voltage and Constant Current operating modes and the control of input and output power as well as the observance of safe technique
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16. es CAUTION Operation of the supply in remote sense mode without the assured connection of the load wires and remote sense wires to the load may damage the power supply CAUTION Ground the sense line shield in one place only Locations include the power s supply s return output connection at the load the power supply s return output at the negative output terminal or the power supply s ground binding post on the front panel Remote sensing permits you to relocate the regulation point of the power supply from the output terminals to the load or other distribution point terminals The power supply provides sense connections beside the output terminals at the front and rear panels Use 22 24 AWG twisted shielded pair wiring to make sense connections With remote sense leads in place the supply regulates for the displayed voltage at the point where the sense lines are connected to the output leads provided the sum of these lead losses does not exceed 0 5 V With the sense lines disconnected the supply regulates the voltage at the output terminals Note Do not operate the supply with sense lines connected to the load without also connecting the normal load power leads to the output terminals Avoid reversing positive and negative lead connections Always use shielded pair wiring for sense lines to minimize noise effects see Grounding on page 30 32 Operating Manual for XT Series Power Supply Section 4 Ope
17. eturn Material Authorization RMA number and the correct factory Ship To address Products must also be shipped prepaid Product shipments will be refused and returned at your expense if they are unauthorized returned without an RMA number clearly marked on the outside of the shipping box if they are shipped collect or if they are shipped to the wrong location When you contact Xantrex to obtain service please have your operating manual ready for reference and be prepared to supply e The serial number of your product e Information about the installation and use of the unit e Information about the failure and or reason for the return e A copy of your dated proof of purchase When you ship I Package the unit safely following the procedures on page 23 preferably using the original box and packing materials Please ensure that your product is shipped fully insured in the original packaging or equivalent This warranty will not apply where the product is damaged due to improper packaging 2 Include the following e The RMA number supplied by Xantrex Technology Inc clearly marked on the outside of the box e A return address where the unit can be shipped Post office boxes are not acceptable e A contact telephone number where you can be reached during work hours e A brief description of the problem Ship the unit prepaid to the address provided by your Xantrex customer service representative If you are returning a pr
18. m a motor may occur connect a transorb or a varistor across the output to protect the power supply Release 2 2 27 Load Connection and Sensing Load Connection Load Wiring 28 To select wiring for connecting the load to the power supply consider the following factors e insulation rating of the wire e current carrying capacity of the wire e maximum load wiring length for operation with sense lines e noise and impedance effects of the load lines Insulation Rating Use load wiring with a minimum insulation rating at least equivalent to the maximum output voltage of the power supply If the output is offset from ground the insulation must be rated at least for the sum of the supply s maximum output and the offset Current Carrying Capacity Asa minimum load wiring must have a current capacity greater than the output current rating of the power supply This ensures that the wiring will not be damaged even if the load is shorted See Table 3 1 for the maximum current rating based on 450 A cm for various gauges of wire rated for 105 C operation Operating at the maximum current rating results in an approximately 30 C temperature rise for a wire operating in free air Where load wiring must operate in areas with elevated ambient temperatures or bundled with other wiring use larger gauges or wiring rated for higher temperatures Table 3 1 Current Carrying Capacity for Load Wiring Wire Size Maximum Current Wire Size M
19. mV 3mV 4mV 6mV For input voltage variation over the AC input voltage range with constant rated load 2 For 0 to 100 load variation with constant nominal line voltage 3 Maximum drift over 8 hours with constant line load and temperature after 30 minute warm up 4 Change in output per C change in ambient temperature with constant line and load Release 2 2 15 Features and Specifications Electrical Specifications Table 1 3 Electrical Specifications for 60 V to 250 V Models Models 60 1 120 0 5 250 0 25 Output Ratings Output Voltage 0 60V 0 120V 0 250 V Output Current 0 1 A 0 0 5 A 0 0 25A Output Power 60 W 60 W 60 W Line Regulation Voltage 0 01 of Vmax 2 mV 8mvV 14mV 2 mV Current 0 01 of Imax 250 uA 0 35mA 0 3mA 0 275 mA Load Regulation Voltage 0 01 of Vmax 2 mV 8 mV 14mV 2 mV Current 0 01 of Imax 250 uA 0 35mA 0 3mA 0 275 mA Meter Accuracy Voltage 1 of Vmax 1 count 0 7 V 2 2 V 3 5 V Current 1 of Imax 1 count 0 02A 0 006A 0 003A Stability Voltage 0 02 of Vmax 12mV 24mV 50mV Current 0 03 of Imax 0 3mA 0 15mA 0 075 mA Temperature Coefficient E Voltage 0 015 of Vmax C 9 mV 18 mv 375mV Current 0 02 of Imax C 0 2mA OA mA 0 05 mA Front Panel Voltage Control Resolution 0 02 of V max 12mV 24mV 50mV 1 For input voltage variation over the AC input voltage range with constant rated load 2 For 0 to 100 load variation with constant nominal line
20. ode set the current limit as described above then set the voltage control fully clockwise or to the compliance voltage of the circuit As soon as the supply starts operating in current mode the red current mode LED will turn on Operating Manual for XT Series Power Supply Automatic Mode Crossover Constant Power Loads Operation Using Multiple Supplies The automatic crossover system allows the power supply to automatically switch operating modes in response to changing load requirements For example if the load current attempts to increase above the setting of the current adjust control the unit will switch automatically from CV to CI mode If you lower the load requirements the supply will automatically return to CV mode When powering constant power loads such as switch mode regulators it is preferable to run in constant voltage mode with the current limit set to supply ample current Operating near the CV CI transition point can cause operation to become unstable Using Multiple Supplies Connecting Multiple Supplies in Series Voltage Mode Only Release 2 2 You can operate two or more power supplies with outputs connected in series or in parallel to obtain increased load voltage or current A split supply configuration allows you to obtain two positive outputs or a positive and a negative output CAUTION The maximum allowable voltage in series operation is 400 Vdc Connect power supplies in series to obtain a
21. oduct from outside of the USA or Canada In addition to the above you MUST include return freight funds and are fully responsible for all documents duties tariffs and deposits If you are returning a product to a Xantrex Authorized Service Center ASC A Xantrex return material authorization RMA number is not required However you must contact the ASC prior to returning the product or presenting the unit to verify any return procedures that may apply to that particular facility Operating Manual for XT Series Power Supply Installation Returning Power Supplies to the Manufacturer Packaging for Follow these instructions to prepare the unit for shipping or storage Shipping or Storage Release 2 2 When returning the unit or sending it to the service center attach a tag to the unit stating its model number available from the front panel label and its serial number available from the rear panel label Give the date of purchase and an invoice number if you have it as well as a brief description of the problem For storage or shipping repack the power supply in its original container If the original container is not available seal the unit in a plastic bag and then pack it in a 200 Ib 90 kg test corrugated cardboard carton large enough to allow 2 inches 5 cm of cushioning material to surround the unit Use a material such as foam slabs or chips Label the carton as shown in Figure 2 1 If shipping mark the address
22. of the service center and your return address on the carton If storing stack no more than eight cartons high Check the storage temperature range and storage altitude specification in Environmental Specifications on page 18 POWER SUPPLY Model Number Serial Number FRAGILE ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT Figure 2 1 Shipping or Storage Carton Label 23 Installation Rack Mounting Rack Mounting Use the power supply in benchtop or in rack mounted applications WARNING Ensure that any mounting screws do not protrude more than 1 8 in 3 0 mm into the bottom of the unit The power is supply is designed to fill 1 4 of a standard 19 in 483 mm equipment rack Dual and quad configurations can be combined with 300 watt series models for custom applications Contact the manufacturer about the rack mount kit Option RM Location and Ventilation Whether you place the power supply in a rack or on a bench allow cooling air to reach the ventilation inlets on the bottom and sides of the unit Ensure that rack mounted supplies have 1 U 1 75 in above and below units Any ventilation space around the supply will further lower internal operating temperatures See Environmental Specifications on page 18 for the operating altitude specification and the operating ambient temperature range measured at the unit case AC Input Power Connection 24 WARNING There is a potential shock hazard if the power supply chassis an
23. ollowing information when you first open your Power Supply package Model Number Serial Number Purchased From Purchase Date Release 2 2 2003 04 Copyright 2002 Xantrex Technology Inc All rights reserved Printed in Canada vi Warnings Warnings and cautions are defined and formatted in this manual as shown below and Cautions Power Supply Safety WARNING Describes a potential hazard which could result in injury or death or a procedure which if not performed correctly could result in injury or death CAUTION Describes a procedure which if not performed correctly could result in damage to data equipment or systems WARNING High Energy and High Voltage Exercise caution when using and calibrating a power supply High energy levels can be stored at the output voltage terminals on a power supply in normal operation In addition potentially lethal voltages exist in the power circuit and on the output and sense connectors of a power supply with a rated output greater than 40 V Filter capacitors store potentially dangerous energy for some time after power is removed CAUTION Operate the power supply in an environment free of flammable gases or fumes To ensure that the power supply s safety features are not compromised use the power supply as specified in this manual and do not substitute parts or make any unauthorized modifications Contact the service technician for service and repair help Repairs must b
24. on In this scheme there are no ground loops and the effect of one load upon another is minimized Make proper ground connections to avoid developing paths between separate ground points To avoid ground loops there must be only one ground return point in a power system If the load itself is not grounded ground the positive or negative output as appropriate to the supply s chassis using a rear panel screw or the front panel ground binding post Operating Manual for XT Series Power Supply Load Connection and Sensing Local Sensing Local Sensing Sensing of the output voltage is available from both the rear panel and the front panel output connectors Default local sensing regulates the voltage at the power supply output terminal Use remote sensing see Remote Sensing on page 32 when the voltage needs to be regulated at the load rather than at the power supply output terminals Without sense line connections the supply regulates the voltage at the output terminals of the power supply See Figure 1 1 Front Panel Controls p 13 and Figure 1 3 Rear Panel p 14 for sense terminal locations on the front and rear panels Release 2 2 31 Load Connection and Sensing Remote Sensing Remote Sensing AN WARNING There is a potential shock hazard at the sense points when using a power supply with a rated output greater than 40 V Ensure that connections at the load end are shielded to prevent contact with hazardous voltag
25. on the duration of an implied warranty or on the limitation or exclusion of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation s or exclusion s may not apply to you This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights You may have other rights which may vary from state to state or province to province Operating Manual for XT Series Power Supply Information WARNING Limitations on Use Information About Your Power Supply Release Release 2 2 WITHOUT LIMITING THE GENERALITY OF THE FOREGOING UNLESS SPECIFICALLY AGREED TO BY IT IN WRITING XANTREX a MAKES NO WARRANTY AS TO THE ACCURACY SUFFICIENCY OR SUITABILITY OF ANY TECHNICAL OR OTHER INFORMATION PROVIDED IN MANUALS OR OTHER DOCUMENTATION PROVIDED BY IT IN CONNECTION WITH THE PRODUCT AND b ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR LOSSES DAMAGES COSTS OR EXPENSES WHETHER SPECIAL DIRECT INDIRECT CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL WHICH MIGHT ARISE OUT OF THE USE OF SUCH INFORMATION THE USE OF ANY SUCH INFORMATION WILL BE ENTIRELY AT THE USER S RISK Please refer to your product user manual for limitations on uses of the product Specifically please note that this power supply is not intended for use in connection with life support systems and Xantrex makes no warranty or representation in connection with any use of the product for such purposes Xantrex Technology Inc 8999 Nelson Way Burnaby British Columbia Canada V5A 4B5 Please record the f
26. onnection eso al Pewee ee a ee atin ea ene a 24 PG MM OUU CONG gr oreo oe ean Sees a en NAS de ae ae oy toa tee amp ante tae an oP ae 25 FUNCHONGIOSISs a andens a it ete ed 25 POWer On Neck auton od tee dus Saeed ei duane Lag ane ssl Doa des 25 Voltage Mode Operation Check naaa aaa aaa 26 Current Mode Operation Check 0 0 00 cece eee eee 26 NVFOGUCUHON s sraa id ee ek be eee ee ee ees Se RS OE eee 21 Load CONNECUON yapa pipa a a AA SEO eS 21 Logd WINA ei at seas uae Blge use le a ae ase eae aaa 28 Making Load Connections 0 000 cc eens 29 Section 4 Operation Connecting Multiple Loads 0 0 eee 30 EL o fars Ran ner ete ren oe mS a Sen E eR oe CE aN 30 OG AI OTIS UNG oct A era ee te 31 Remote SENSING cuido ied pee ede bie ea Sete wwe eek A 32 INMOGUCHION Door eae a ae Myt aol ere le eta Oe en ose ar ee ae 33 Operating ModeS 1 ce ee eee ee eens 33 Constant Voltage Mode Operation 0 0 00 ccc eee 34 Constant Current Mode Operation 0 0 0 cc eee eee 34 Automatic Mode Crossovero 4 01454 04 S25 fens sr rss Shades bales 35 Constant Power Loads 2 lt 2tscnn t ave oh a ieee ore bis Bes 35 Using Multiple Supplies viaria Saabs asd ed li oe Gee a 35 Connecting Multiple Supplies in Series Voltage Mode Only 35 Connecting Multiple Supplies in Parallel 0 0 sr ss senses 36 Split Supply Operation 0 0 0 00 00 ees 37
27. panel Digital Display of DC Output Volts Amperes Remote Programming LED PGM For units with APG installed See also Figure 1 2 Shutdown LED S D For units with APG installed REGULATED DC POWER SUPPLY Analog Bar Graph Display Current Limit Mode Indicator Red LED OVP Shutdown OVP For units with APG installed SN Current Limit Adjust Knob OVP Adjust Potentiometer OVP ADJ 1 turn standard For units with APG installed Positive Sense Voltage Mode Connection Banana Jack Indicator Green LED Return Sense Voltage Control Knob Connection Banana Jack 10 turn standard AC Power Switch Safety Ground Binding Post Green Positive Output Binding Post Red Return Output Binding Post Black Figure 1 1 Front Panel Controls Release 2 2 13 Features and Specifications Rear Panel Connectors and Outputs Remote Programming LED REM Shutdown LED SRQ OVP Shutdown OVP OVP Adjust Potentiometer OVP ADJ Figure 1 2 Remote Programming Interface Indicators For units with a digital programming interface installed Rear Panel Connectors and Outputs See Figure 1 3 for the connectors and outputs available at the rear panel 2 e Xx O Blank Subplate Jt Replaced if a programming option is installed THIS ISM DEVICE COMPLIES WITH CANADIAN ICES 001 CET APPAREIL ISM EST CONFORME A L
28. r clockwise positions 2 Ensure that the AC line voltage is within operating range Plug the line cord into a grounded AC outlet 4 Push the power switch to turn on the power supply After a short power on delay the display and the red current mode LED lights The meter reading remains at zero For more about standard operations see Section 4 Operation Release 2 2 25 Installation Functional Tests Voltage Mode Operation Check Current Mode 26 Operation Check pa i A Ensure that the front panel voltage and current control are turned fully counter clockwise Set the power switch to ON Rotate the current control one half turn clockwise Slowly rotate the voltage control clockwise and observe the digital meter Minimum control range should be from zero to maximum rated output Observe the bar graph meter to see that it tracks as the voltage rises Verify that the voltage mode indicator light is ON Set the power switch to OFF Ensure that the front panel power switch is set to OFF Rotate the voltage and current controls fully counter clockwise Rotate the voltage control one half turn clockwise Connect a short circuit across the output terminals Use leads of sufficient current carrying capacity Set the power switch to ON Rotate the current control slowly clockwise The control range should be from zero to the maximum rated output Also check that the current bar graph meter follows the
29. ranges but we cannot guarantee full performance to specification The power supply will operate in constant voltage CV mode whenever the load current I is less than the current limit setting Lpr or I lt Iser Note L Vggry Ry In CV the power supply maintains the output voltage at the selected value Vypr while the load current I varies with the load requirements To use the power supply in CV mode either set the current limit to maximum by turning the current control to its extreme clockwise position or take the precaution of setting a desired maximum current then set the voltage control to the desired voltage The power supply will operate in constant current CI mode whenever the load resistance is low enough that at Vpr the load current would be greater than the current limit setting I VSET SET Ry In CI mode the power supply maintains the output current at the selected value Ig while the output voltage varies with the load requirements To set the Current Limit connect a shorting lead across the output terminals turn the voltage control a half turn clockwise and set the desired maximum value of current limit by turning the current control slowly clockwise to the desired level Then disconnect the shorting lead from the output terminals The power supply will now automatically switch into current limiting mode current regulation as soon as the preset current level is reached To operate the supply in CI m
30. ration Introduction Once you have installed the power supply and have connected both the AC input power and the load as covered in Section 2 Installation the power supply is ready to operate e Operating Modes below offers a brief explanation of Constant Voltage and Constant Current Mode operation e Connecting Multiple Supplies in Series Voltage Mode Only on page 35 covers using multiple supplies Operating Modes Release 2 2 Your power supply has two basic operating modes Constant Voltage Mode and Constant Current Mode The mode in which the power supply operates at any given time depends on the combination of e output voltage setting Vsgr e output current limit setting Isgr e resistance or impedance of the attached load Ry Figure 4 1 represents the relationships between these variables Output Voltage Constant Voltage Pi gt V set Mode Region I SET Crossover Point Rv V set VISET locos I SET Constant Current Ri lt V ser Mode Region I sET Where R Load Resistance Output V ser Output Voltage Setting O SET UMRIN I ser Output Current Setting O Figure 4 1 Operating Modes 33 Operation Operating Modes Constant Voltage Mode Operation Constant Current Mode Operation 34 Note The control circuits have been designed to allow you to set output voltage and current up to 5 over the model rated maximum values The power supply will operate within these extended
31. rn Sense Power Supply 2 Figure 4 4 Split Supply Operation of Multiple Supplies Two positive voltages Positive negative supply To obtain a positive negative supply connect the negative output terminal of one supply to the positive terminal of the second supply The positive output terminal of the first supply now provides a positive voltage relative to the common connection The negative output terminal of the second supply provides the negative voltage The current limits can be set independently of each other The maximum current available in split operation is equal to the rated output of the supplies Release 2 2 37 Operation Using Multiple Supplies Postive Sanse Load Lines i i Use the largest gauge and jii ot PENDS shortest langth possible Negative Output j a il Terminal A e Return Sense Y A Positive Load i Terminal Power Supply 1 RAGE Common Load a Tenminal Postive Sense ds kar bead Positive Output XQ Terminal l E Negative Output L at Load Terminal Retum Sense Power Supply 2 Figure 4 5 Split Supply Operation of Multiple Supplies Positive negative supply Note The optional Analog Programming APG Interface has a Master Slave Tracking feature which will allow one knob control of both supplies in a split supply configuration 38 Operating Manual for XT Series Power Supply Xantrex Technology Inc 8999 Nelson Way Burnaby British Columbia Canada V5A 4B5 604 422 8595 Tel 604 421 3056
32. s in the load cables must be deducted from the maximum output voltage of the supply For example a 15 V supply with a 1 V loss in the load cables can supply a maximum of 14 V regulated at the load Release 2 2 29 Load Connection and Sensing Grounding Connecting Multiple Loads Grounding 30 Rear Panel Terminals To make load connections attach the wire using the steps below I Strip load wires 0 25 in 6 mm 2 Using a flat bladed 1 8 in 3 mm screwdriver loosen the positive and negative output terminal screws on the output terminal block 3 Insert the wire into the bottom of the block and tighten screw Proper connection of distributed loads is an important aspect of power supply use A common mistake is to connect leads from the power supply to one load and then from that load to other loads In this parallel power distribution method the voltage at each load depends on the current drawn by the other loads and DC ground loops develop Except for low current applications we recommend that you do not use this method It is preferable to distribute power via the radial distribution method in which power is connected individually to each load In the radial method a single pair of terminals are designated as the positive and negative distribution terminals This pair of terminals may be the power supply output terminals the load terminals or a distinct set of terminals specially established for distributi
33. s while calibrating making supply connections and or any changes in configuration Section 1 Features and Specifications Describes the power supply lists its features and provides tables of specifications Section 2 Installation Reviews safety and inspection procedures and provides procedures for basic setup Also includes directions for the testing of basic functions Section 3 Load Connection and Sensing Provides procedures for connecting the load grounding and remote sensing Section 4 Operation Describes standard operation Constant Voltage and Constant Current and series parallel and split supply operation Manual Revisions Release 2 2 The current release of this manual is listed below Updates may be issued as an addendum Release 2 2 2003 04 Vii Power Supply Safety Markings Alternating Current Off Supply AN ce Earth Ground Terminal Caution Hot Surface gt O Protective Conductor Terminal Caution Check manual for additional information On Supply Contents Section 1 Features and Specifications Section 2 Installation Section 3 Load Connection and Sensing Release 2 2 ADOUL TMIS MaANUAl Sirio srt ds Bes IS ada tt vil MFO CUO Mis age tent eee see nie ee ie en Shae eee ed Sse a Ale bene eee eee ee 11 E merece Gated ous shew OSS APG PEREGO a TR r VEE CR eee 12 Options and Accessories 1 0 rss er sr sr rr rr eee ees 12 Front PanelCOnuOls a tec ss Catena oe rod
34. stem allows the power supply to automatically switch operating modes into current or voltage mode Impedance switched remote sensing lets operators display the voltage at the load with no switch ambiguity Multiple units can be connected in parallel or series to produce greater diversity Short circuit proof power outlets give greater operating safety These power supplies available in single dual triple and quad outputs can be combined with one or more 300 watt series power supplies to create mixed units that are ideal for high precision applications Options and Accessories 12 Internal Analog Programming APG interface for analog signal control of voltage and current overvoltage protection OVP master slave output tracking and remote ON OFF Internal RS 232 interface for serial instrument programming using RS 232 protocol Internal GPIB interface for complete remote digital programming IEEE 488 standard Optional 200 250 Vac input Options AC220 AC230 and AC240 Standard is 115 Vac Optional AC input cords for use in different countries Ten turn current potentiometer Option M11 Rack mount kit Option RM Locking voltage and or current adjust knobs Option M13A Optional 115 230 Vac switching unit Option M43 Operating Manual for XT Series Power Supply Features and Specifications Front Panel Controls Front Panel Controls See Figure 1 1 to review the controls LEDs and meters located on the unit s front
35. t all of the outputs to the same voltage before connecting the positive and negative terminals in parallel The total current available is the sum of the maximum currents of each supply The maximum voltage available at the load is equal to the voltage of the lowest rated supply When you connect two supplies in parallel the supply with the higher voltage setting will be in the current limiting mode while the other supply controls the output voltage SUPPLY A SUPPLY B Figure 4 3 Parallel Operation with OVP equipped Units Local Sensing Only Operating Manual for XT Series Power Supply Operation Using Multiple Supplies Split Supply Split supply operation uses two power supplies to obtain two positive voltages with Operation a common ground or to obtain a positive negative supply Two Positive Voltages To obtain two positive voltages connect the negative output terminals of both supplies together in a common connection The positive output terminals will provide the required voltages with respect to the common connection Postive Sense Load Lines _ H i Use the largest gauge and Positive Output ae shortest length possibla Terminal Negative Output A E Terminal A De Return Sense a A DESNE Positive Load Terminal 1 Power Supply l pee Postive Load Terminal 2 er aaa Negative Load Postive Sense Terminal Positive Output 5 Terminal E Negative Output ON cc Load Terminal A ar Pn Retu
36. unit 4 8 A approx 10 ms at nominal line full load 400 Vdc Input to chassis gt 120 MQ Output to chassis gt 120 MQ Input to output 1350 Vac 0 5 V line 17 Features and Specifications Environmental Specifications Environmental Specifications Operating Ambient Temperature Storage Temperature Range Humidity Range Operating Altitude Storage Altitude Mechanical Specifications 18 Front Panel Voltage and Current Control Front Panel Voltage Control Resolution Front Panel AC Input Power Switch Front Panel Voltage and Current Meters AC Input Connector Type Front Panel Output Connector Rear Panel Output and Sense Connector Chassis Ground Cooling Mounting Approvals up to 120 Vdc output 0 to 30 C with default local sensing Above 30 C derate output linearly to 0 at 70 C 55 to 85 C Up to 80 RH non condensing Up to 6 500 feet 2000 m Up to 50 000 feet 15 000 m 10 turn voltage and 1 turn current potentiometers 10 turn current control optional 0 02 of maximum voltage Push ON push OFF switch Independent 3 digit green numeric LED display and analog bar graph displays for current and voltage For meter accuracy see Table 1 2 IEC 320 Connector appropriate power cord for destination country Three binding posts positive negative and ground Four terminal block Front panel binding post and power cord safety ground Convection cooled
37. voltage 3 Maximum drift over 8 hours with constant line load and temperature after 30 minute warm up 4 Change in output per C change in ambient temperature with constant line and load 16 Operating Manual for XT Series Power Supply Additional Electrical Specifications Voltage Mode Transient Response Time Time delay from power on until output stable Output Noise and Ripple 20 Hz 20 MHz Output Noise and Ripple 250 V unit only Input Conditions Standard AC Input Voltage Option M1 Factory installed Option AC220 Option AC230 Option AC240 AC Input Current at 115 Vac 60 Hz Electrical Characteristics Release 2 2 Output Hold up Time Maximum Voltage Differential from output to safety ground Insulation Resistance Isolation Voltage Output not to exceed 400 Vdc from chassis potential Maximum Remote Sense Line Drop Compensation Line drop must be deducted from the supply s maximum output voltage Features and Specifications Additional Electrical Specifications lt 100 Us recovery to 0 05 band for 50 load change in the range of 25 to 100 of the rated load 1 5 s maximum lt mVrms voltage mode lt 2 mArms current mode lt 5 mVrms voltage mode lt mArms current mode 115 Vac 10 57 63 Hz 110 Vac 10 47 63 Hz 220 Vac 10 47 63 Hz 230 Vac 10 47 63 Hz 240 Vac 10 47 63 Hz Single unit 1 2 A Dual unit 2 4 A Triple unit 3 6 A Quad
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