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EM Test 

 

esd NX30

  

Instruction Manual 

V 1.00.7 

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4.2.1 

Battery charger / power supply unit  

Power to the instrument is provided through a universal mains unit suitable for input voltages between 80 and 240 VAC. This 
same unit also serves as a charger for the integral battery pack.  

Charging of the battery takes about three hours. At this point a timer switches the charger to a reduced charging current and 
the indicator lamp changes from red to green.  

The battery will also charge up when the instrument is switched off. A full battery charge will suffice for several days of nor-
mal test operation.  

Battery life expectancy (esd NX30 only):  

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The esd NX30 is designed to provide 30,000 discharges at the full 30 kV over many hours 

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Ambient temperatures over 50°C can lead to degradation of the battery. If treated carefully, more than 300 charge / 
discharge cycles can be expected without a noticeable reduction in capacity.  

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The charger and battery-pack form a matched entity. The battery must not be charged from any other unit and the 
charger is to be used exclusively for the intended purpose.  

Operating advice:  

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Use the equipment only in dry surroundings.  

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Recharge the battery about every 6 months even if the instrument is not being used.  

4.2.2 

Options 

A range of additional accessories is available for special applications and for testing to alternative standards:  

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Discharge networks and test tips for other standards  

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Fast rise time tip  

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Coaxial measurement target  

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Tripod adapter  

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Opto link to a PC  

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H-field adapter  

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Flexible test tips  

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External discharge remover  

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Etc. 

4.2.3 

R/C Discharge Networks 

The basic set contains a discharge network and tips for conducting tests that conform to IEC / EN 61000-4-2 (2008. Alterna-
tive networks can be installed for testing in accordance with other standards.  

Several  networks  are  given  in  the  order list.  The  C and  R values  of  the discharge network  can  also  be specified  for other 
applications. Networks conforming to other standards can be built upon request. The only calibration method that is support-
ed is those according to IEC 61000-4-2. 

Exchanging the discharge network is described in section "Exchanging the R/C network".  

Summary of Contents for esd NX30

Page 1: ...ics or con trols esd NX30 is an ESD tester to simulate ESD pulses at higher voltages up to 30 kV in both air and contact discharge mode It therefore satisfiers requirements exceeding the EN IEC 61000 4 2 test levels and complies to automotive test applications IEC 61000 4 2 EN 61000 4 2 ISO 10605 Version 1 00 8 4 18 2019 The benchmark for emc Replaces 1 00 7 4 12 2019 Filename UserManual esdNX30 E...

Page 2: ...ly 13 5 COMMISSIONING 15 5 1 Function test 15 6 OPERATION 16 6 1 Switching on 16 6 2 Battery monitoring esd NX30 only 16 6 3 Operation and settings 16 6 3 1 Display mode 17 6 3 2 Voltage 17 6 3 3 Polarity 17 6 3 4 Counter 18 6 3 5 Repetition 19 6 3 6 Discharge Network 19 6 3 7 DUT Discharge Mode 19 6 3 8 Settings 21 6 3 9 Program 21 6 3 10 Activity Log 21 6 3 11 Language 21 6 3 12 Device info 21 6...

Page 3: ... the R C network 29 9 2 1 Reduction of the pulse repetition rate through higher capacitance 29 9 3 Repairs 29 9 4 esd NX30 system error messages 30 9 5 Disposal 30 10 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 32 11 CE certificate of compliance 33 Low Voltage Directive 2014 35 EU 33 ...

Page 4: ... draws your attention to a circumstance where non observation of the warning could lead to inconven ience or impairment in the performance Example ATTENTION This connection must not be confused with the main power input The following symbol draws your attention to a circumstance where nonobservation of the warning could lead to component damage or danger to the operating personnel Example WARNING ...

Page 5: ...d for use in an explosive environment WARNING Each electrostatic discharge produces powerful electromagnetic interference Nearby electronic equipment can be seriously disrupted unless the appropriate counter measures are taken Perform ESD tests preferably in a shielded room ATTENTION If a network needs to be exchanged the test has to be stopped first followed by a waiting time of at least 5 s to e...

Page 6: ...r item of equipment through a combination of high voltage and high frequency properties A simulation device must be constructed such that it reproduces practical conditions realistically Furthermore the results obtained interference sensitivity threshold must be reproducible The interference immunity of an instrument is not only depending on its construction it is also largely dependent on the qua...

Page 7: ...through Program crashes Blocking of command sequences Incorrect commands statuses or data being further processed Partial system resets e g only in peripheral modules which lead to errors that the system does not recognize Disturbance or destruction of interface modules Destruction of insufficiently protected MOS components ESD electrostatic discharge testing usually shows up all the weak spots in...

Page 8: ... basic set the system is equipped with a 150 pF 330 Ω discharge network for the IEC EN 61000 4 2 and ISO 10605 standards The discharge voltage of up to 30 kV for both air discharges and contact discharges ensure a comfortable test margin over and above the levels called for in the standards The instrument is well equipped to cope with other and future standards The accessories include various netw...

Page 9: ...f the base station The microprocessor controls and monitors all the simulator functions Touch panel entries are checked for plausibility Unacceptable entries are rejected and an acoustic warning notifies the user of the error Values entered are clearly shown on the large display screen Further information shows the operating status and the counter settings The battery charge state is continuously ...

Page 10: ...ith the main power switch The significance of the elements in the display field can be seen in the following picture Further information can be found in section Operation All operations are performed via the touch panel This is an example of a display shown on the panel when the pistol is switched on The function of the trigger button on the handgrip depends on the operating mode currently selecte...

Page 11: ...ery must not be charged from any other unit and the charger is to be used exclusively for the intended purpose Operating advice Use the equipment only in dry surroundings Recharge the battery about every 6 months even if the instrument is not being used 4 2 2 Options A range of additional accessories is available for special applications and for testing to alternative standards Discharge networks ...

Page 12: ...o be linked with the housing such as to prevent any ESD hazard to the con troller board Connector J3 Pin Assignment Pin Signal Name Description 1 EXT_TRIGGER External trigger input 2 NC 3 NC 4 EUT_FAIL EUT failure input reserved for future use 5 GND Earth 6 NC 7 Charge remove Charge remover drive output 8 GND Earth 9 15V Voltage output max 500 mA Ext Trigger esd NX30 only The following circuit is ...

Page 13: ...he pair of terminating connectors supplied must be utilized in the case of not making use of external interlock contacts Signal specifications Voltage 48VDC max Current 20mA min 1A max Connector Socket D sub 15 pin Max permissible cable length Correct operation guaranteed up to 10m screened cable Operation should be insured via potential free switch contacts All signals are active low i e switched...

Page 14: ...e hood door contact panic button etc Several interlock inputs of this type may be connected in series The contacts should be connected in series if numerous access barriers are necessary Either one open contact or a voltage of more than 1 5 V at the input is sufficient to disable the simulator ...

Page 15: ...ever be switched on without a solid earth connection being made Allow the instrument to dry out if any condensation has occurred 5 1 Function test Switch the simulator on with the POWER switch The instrument performs audible switching operations for a few moments as it runs through a self test and calibration proce dure The instrument is ready for use once the self test routines have been complete...

Page 16: ...e display shows a 0 value and the kV symbol will flash red The Threshold function see section Threshold permits various settings for the sensitivity of the breakdown voltage detector The effective discharge voltage depends on various factors such as the distance to the discharge point speed of approach nature of the EUT etc In the case of a contact discharge this measurement is not carried out sin...

Page 17: ...tc are handled by up down buttons to scroll through the settings 6 3 2 Voltage Touching the voltage indication brings you to the submenu for adjusting the discharge voltage Set the required value and press Ok 6 3 3 Polarity The polarity indication brings you into the relevant submenu Choose between or If the pre select counter function is active there is the further option of choosing alternating ...

Page 18: ...an be set When the simulator is in operation the preset counter counts down until it reaches 0 which then terminates the selected test sequence Reset counter sets the counter content to 0 or it reloads the preset counter with the previously selected value Pulse release behavior Four modes of triggering are supported Press to Start Press to Stop Press to Start Release to Stop Single on Press Single...

Page 19: ...ischarge or CD contact discharge The R C values for the relevant network are also shown The corresponding value is automatically loaded Air discharge round test tip Contact discharge sharp point test tip 6 3 7 DUT Discharge Mode The DUT discharge mode sets if an internal or external discharge should be used For most users Internal is correct A simple tap of the various timings will select the valu...

Page 20: ...lator has an switch With the time of the charge removing procedure can be programmed All timing parameters can be set from 0 1 up to 99 s in 0 1 s steps The DUT will be discharged during T2 External EUT discharge on esd NX30 To remove the charged energy of a EUT an external charge removing box can be connected to the base station ...

Page 21: ... before the present Changing the relevant test parameters will cause a new entry into the log to be created NOTE The Log is in volatile RAM and will be saved each time the gun is switched off or goes to sleep Please switch off the gun properly simply cutting the power to the esd NX30 can result in loss of data 6 3 11 Language Touch the button and choose the language you wish to use with the wheel ...

Page 22: ... Test esd NX30 Instruction Manual V 1 00 7 22 33 NOTE Only users of esd control can set the Last Cal and certificate number For best results be sure to use an au thorized AMETEK CTS calibration laboratory ...

Page 23: ...gs The Display Settings menu allows users to set the brightness and to determine how long before the simulator sleeps in bat tery mode esd NX30 only 6 3 15 ISO Selftest Provides the means to select the required pre programmed standard test e g IEC EN 61000 4 2 level 4 Just starting the ISO Selftest gives a quick response of the proper operation of the ESD simulator The screen reflects all required...

Page 24: ...sers who would like to go straight to the standard testing with lim ited ability to adjust settings Test Routing Select a previously stored test routine that has been sent from esd control 6 4 1 Quick Start This is fastest way to get started and all modes voltage discharge networks etc can be used immediately The 6 4 2 Standards Standards are pre programmed for most IEC and ISO testing The levels ...

Page 25: ...in esd control Pressing stop during the test run brings the user to the dialog to store the test for reporting in esd control after confirmation Before the test run decrements the number of test points in the routine During the test run returns to the beginning of the previous test step Before the test run increments the number of test points in the routine During the test run skips to the beginni...

Page 26: ...mproving its immunity An electrostatic discharge is always associated with high frequency properties which extend well above the 1 GHz range Screening earthing and filtering measures must therefore also be effective up into this range of frequencies The possible paths the pulse energy might take need to be thought about It is absolutely essential the pulse return path is fed back through the gener...

Page 27: ...luding harness and auxiliary equipment Note that in case cable 16 gets connected to HCP 5 the bleed off resistors 13 have no more effect for the ESD phenom enon They can be kept away or replaced by a direct 0 Ohm connection to ground an alternative is to connect grounding wire 6 directly to the HCP ...

Page 28: ...sd NX30 Instruction Manual V 1 00 7 28 33 8 TYPICAL PULSE DATA Contact discharge 8 kV Contact discharge 8 kV pulse rising edge tr ca 0 8 ns current at 30 ns und 60 ns Reference figure quoted in IEC EN 61000 4 2 ...

Page 29: ...ve and negative Voltage settings 2 4 8 15 and 30 kV Permissible tolerance 5 of set value Check the discharge current and pulse form as follows Contact discharge Single discharge Polarity positive and negative Voltage settings 2 4 8 15 and 30 kV Compare the measured values with the reference data in IEC EN 61000 4 2 These values are valid only for the discharge network that conforms to IEC EN 61000...

Page 30: ...SCHARGE During test an internal discharge has been detected Press return on screen and trigger again If error persists contact your nearest EM Test service centre 202 BATTERY EMPTY The battery is low and needs to be charged Recharge battery with the original power supply 210 CALIBRATION FAILED HV module can not reach the max voltage during calibration proce dure The voltage can be selected to the ...

Page 31: ...EM Test esd NX30 Instruction Manual V 1 00 7 31 33 esd NX30 only ...

Page 32: ... Contact discharge Polarity Positive negative and automatic change Operating modes Single Repetitive Random T see section Repetition Pulse counter 0 9999 Preselect counter 0 9999 Continuous operation Repetition 0 5 1 5 10 20 25 Hz air 0 5 1 5 10 20 Hz contact or in 1 Hz steps Random EUT discharge bleed OFF mode Free adjustable 0 04 to 300 s in 0 01 s steps Discharge voltage Preprogrammed levels IE...

Page 33: ...declared EN 61010 1 2011 Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement control and laboratory use EMC Directive 2014 30 EU Standard s to which conformity is declared EN 61326 1 2012 Electrical equipment for measurement control and laboratory use Class A EN 61000 3 2 2014 Limits for harmonic current emissions EN 61000 3 3 2013 Limitation of voltage changes voltage fluctuations and fl...

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