Sorensen SFA Series, Operation Manual

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SECTION 1
OVERVIEW
1.1
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Sorensen
SFA
Series power supplies are designed specifically for high
power laser driver applications requiring variable DC current sources with fast
output response times.
A variety of user interfaces are available, ranging from manual front–panel control
and standard non–isolated remote analog control, to optional GPIB or isolated
remote analog control.
1.2
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
The following sections provide environmental, electrical, and physical
characteristics for the SFA Series power supplies.
1.2.1
E
NVIRONMENTAL
C
HARACTERISTICS
Note:
The
SFA
Series power supplies are intended for indoor use only.
Parameter Specification
0.03%/
°
C of maximum output current rating for current set point. Temperature Coefficient
Ambient Temperature
Operating
0 to 50
°
C
Storage -25
°
to 65
°
C
Cooling Internal fans. Units may be stacked without clearance.
Humidity 0 to 90% at 40°C, derate to 50% at 25°C (non-condensing)
Altitude
Operating full power available up to 5,000 feet (1,524m),
derate 10% of full power for every 1,000 feet higher
non-operating to 40,000 feet (12,192m)
M550292-01 Rev C 1-1