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Figure 2: Impulse output with breakdown after the peak
Section 2
Introduction
This manual contains complete operating, maintenance and calibration instructions for the
Compliance West USA MegaPulse 1.2x50-16PF PV Impulse Tester.
In case of trouble, the test can be immediately terminated at any time by turning the rear-
panel power switch to the OFF position.
Before the test can commence, the unit must be armed by pressing the
CHARGE
Button.
The test will not begin until the
TRIGGER
Button is pushed.
Voltage is discharged by a resistor bank within the MegaPulse tester upon test completion.
Discharge progress is shown on the front panel meter.
Your tester is warranted for a period of one year upon shipment of the instrument to the original
purchaser.
Specifications
Output Peak:
800V – 16kV Tolerance ±3%
Voltage Rise Time:
1.2µs, tolerance -10%, +50% [Trise=1.67(T90%-T30%)]
Voltage Duration Time: 50 µs, tolerance ±20%
Voltage Control:
Knob or optional USB computer control
PV capacitance range:
0nF – 180nF
Voltage Display:
5 digit LED display
Voltage Meter Accuracy: 1% of reading ±10V
Duty Cycle:
60 Seconds between pulses
Charge Rate:
> 500V/Sec.
Line Voltage:
120V AC, 50/60Hz *optional different line voltage
Input Fuse:
T2A, 250V for 120V operation.
Environmental
Operating Temperature: 15-40 ºC
Relative Humidity Range: 0-90% non-condensing
General
Dimensions:
24” wide x 30” high x 23” in deep
Weight:
140 lbs approx.
