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NSG 439/NSG 439A

ESD SimulAtor for

robotic SolutioN

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601-271C

Summary of Contents for NSG 439

Page 1: ...1 NSG 439 NSG 439A ESD Simulator for robotic solution User manual 601 271C ...

Page 2: ...NSG 439 439A ESD simulator for robotic solution NSG 439 NSG 439A ESD Simulator for robotic solution User manual ...

Page 3: ...ements 15 4 2 System components 16 4 2 1 Battery charger power supply unit 17 4 2 2 Options 17 4 2 3 Discharge networks 18 4 2 4 Remote triggering 18 4 2 5 Interlock 20 4 2 6 Measurement adapters 24 5 Commissioning 25 5 1 Function test 25 6 Mechanical mounting 26 7 Operation 28 7 1 Switching on 28 7 2 Battery monitoring 29 7 3 Operation and settings 30 7 3 1 Display mode 31 7 3 2 Voltage 33 7 3 3 ...

Page 4: ...ituations 42 9 Verification of the pulse data 44 10 Typical pulse data 45 11 Maintenance 46 11 1 Calibration 46 11 2 Exchanging the R C network 47 11 2 1 Reduction of pulse repetition rate at increased capacity 48 11 3 Repairs 48 11 4 NSG 439 system error messages 49 11 5 INA 4431 robotic air discharge adapter 51 11 6 Function of the air discharge adapter 51 11 7 Mechanical fixture 53 11 8 Disposa...

Page 5: ...ence or impairment in the performance Example 1 Explanation of the symbols used in this manual This connection must not be confused with the main power input The following symbol draws your attention to a circumstance where non observation of the warning could lead to component damage or danger to the operating personnel Example Never connect or disconnect the pistol while system is performing a t...

Page 6: ...ly connected to a mains outlet socket Do not touch the test finger There is a danger of an unpleasant electric shock if the instrument is switched on LC display active 2 Safety This item of equipment together with its accessories works at high voltages of up to 30 kV Any careless han dling or non observance of the operating instructions can have dangerous consequences Only trained personnel may op...

Page 7: ...ator Should they have to be replaced kindly observe the relevant recommendations for their correct disposal The instrument must not be opened Repairs maintenance work and internal adjustments are only to be carried out by a qualified service engineer Use the instrument only in dry surroundings Any condensation that occurs must be allowed to evaporate before putting the simulator into operation Lon...

Page 8: ...charging The same can happen to a person When somebody walks around in a dry atmosphere on carpet while wearing shoes with good insulating properties a charge of several thousand volts can be built up If now that person comes close to a conductive surface the charge that he or she is carrying flows away through a hefty spark discharge The high equalizing current that flows and the associated large...

Page 9: ...spots which could affect the overall interference immunity can arise through the assembly of instruments into complete systems because of the installation method used the cabling and the earthing An ESD check on systems is therefore also prescribed Such tests provide valuable informa tion about the immunity of the system to effects that occur only sporadically under operating conditions and hence ...

Page 10: ...rding to their relative impedance Malfunctions in insufficiently immune electronic equipment and systems make themselves apparent 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...

Page 11: ...onform applications This instrument provides the engineer with a means to detect sources of error caused by unsuitable earthing poor ground connections insulation problems etc The simulator also serves as a reliable aid for localizing hidden wiring faults during acceptance trials on installations Use can also be made of the instrument as an insulation tester to determine the breakdown voltage of s...

Page 12: ...quipped with a 150 pF 330 Ω discharge network for the IEC EN 61000 4 2 2001 standard The discharge voltage of up to 30 kV for both air discharges and contact dis charges 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 networks and test fingers that can be a...

Page 13: ...unction units are shown in the block diagram Block diagram of the base station µP Kontroll einheit µP control unit Interlock unit Meas circuit Interlock reset Power on High voltage generator PSU and battery Power Batt status Interlock Communication to the PC opto link External trigger EUT fail Interlock in Interlock out 24 VDC High voltage active Buzzer High voltage to Discharge pistol communicati...

Page 14: ... if there is a tendency towards low voltage The instrument s functions are inhibited once the battery voltage is insufficient to guarantee the pulse parameters High voltage generation is dynamically controlled by the processor Varying load conditions supply voltages etc can thus be taken into account and have no effect on the pulse parameters The instrument switches itself off automatically if it ...

Page 15: ... triggering is monitored Once an arc has occurred the network is discharged internally so that no further arcing is possible 4 1 2 Operating elements Apart from the trigger button itself pulse triggering all the operating elements test relevant setting and user information are presented on the touch sensitive display panel facing the operator The NSG 439 is switched on and off with the main power ...

Page 16: ...ischarges by pressing the button again The remote control facility replicates the action of the trigger button by means of appropriate control signals 4 2 System components The basic set is packaged in a practical carrying case and comprises Carrying case ESD simulator NSG 439 consisting of a pistol and a base station with a battery power supply Discharge network 150 pF 330 Ω IEC EN 61000 4 2 2001...

Page 17: ...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 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 Use the equipment only in dry surroundings Recharge...

Page 18: ...cations of the standard must be fully defined Exchanging the discharge network is described in section exchanging the R C network 4 2 4 Remote triggering A remote triggering unit can be connected to operate the NSG 439 inside a Faraday cage with external pulse triggering or for test pulse triggering in syn chronism with other conditions If J3 interface is used then it has to be make sure that a sh...

Page 19: ...7 Pin Signal name Description 1 EXT_TRIGGER External trigger input 2 NC 3 NC 4 EUT_FAIL EUT failure input 5 GND Earth 6 NC 7 Charge remove Charge remove drive output 8 GND Earth 9 15 V Voltage output max 500 mA Ext Trigger The following circuit is built in behind the connector This function is similar to the function of the yellow trigger knob on the handle Vcc 120k EXIT_TRIGGER Port A 6 10nF Pin ...

Page 20: ...t for external monitoring purposes of for example special coupling networks and access control 2 Internal emergency off button opens the interlock Outputs 1 Operating mode the NSG 439 can generate no high voltage as long as the interlock is not closed High voltage generation is prevented if the interlock is opened during a test procedure 2 Warning lamps when the interlock is closed the green lamp ...

Page 21: ...rgency off buttons released safety contacts closed To conform with VDE 0104 the control of the warning lamps must make use of the interlock feature The instruments can be switched on and the red lamp lights up as soon as the interlock circuit is complete The pair of terminating connectors supplied must be utilized in the case of not making use of external interlock contacts Operation effected via ...

Page 22: ...d through to the other interlock socket 9 Switches warning lamps and peripherals on active provided that NSG 439 is switched from standby to on 10 NC linked through to the other interlock socket 11 NC linked through to the other interlock socket 12 NC linked through to the other interlock socket 13 NC linked through to the other interlock socket 14 NC linked through to the other interlock socket 1...

Page 23: ...are necessary Either one open contact or a voltage of more than 1 5 V at the input is sufficient to disable the simulator GND WL SELECT in out INT S1 INT S2 INT S1 INT RESET Power on EUT on EUT power relay HV supply 9 8 15 1 8 15 1 µP recognition Interlock relay Emergency off ...

Page 24: ...asurement adapter has the flat impedance curve to well over 1 GHz that is necessary for the purpose Use of this adapter is only worthwhile in conjunction with a test rig that is laid out in strict conformity with the relevant standard see section verification of pulse data Coax connector Contact surface target Mounting flange MD 103 Pommerenke target is a more advanced coaxial measuring target wit...

Page 25: ...nstrument to dry out if any condensation has occurred 5 1 Function test Switch the simulator on with the on off switch The instrument performs audible switching operations for a few moments as it runs through a self test and calibration procedure The instrument is ready for use once the selftest routines have been com pleted The default display looks like this 5 Commissioning High voltage generati...

Page 26: ...ee possibilities 1 2 3 to mount it on the ESD housing itself 6 Mechanical mounting The actual robot adaptor is made for a STÄBLI robot type TX90 The fixture to the ESD housing needs only the four screws shown in the following picture The inner clearance circle with the thread and positioning holes is tailored to the STÄBLI robot 3 1 2 ...

Page 27: ...27 82 41 5x45 4x 32 0 1 25 0 07 17 68 0 1 0 17 68 0 1 25 0 02 32 0 1 41 82 32 0 1 25 0 1 17 68 0 1 0 17 68 0 1 25 0 1 32 0 1 4 x A ...

Page 28: ...recommended to carry out the examples directly on the instrument not forgetting to connect the earth cable 7 1 Switching on Ensure the interlock terminators are plugged into the rear of the base station or otherwise the interlock loop is complete Plug the pistol HV connector into the base station and tighten the screws 7 Operation Ascertain that the base station as well as the earth cable for the ...

Page 29: ... occurred the display shows a 0 value 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 since only a discharge c...

Page 30: ...mes symbolize push buttons Touching these sensitive areas causes a reaction usually branching into another menu Values and indications that are not in frames are for information only Pressi ing the return button always takes you up one menu level higher A virtual rotary control wheel appears in parameter setting menus Sensi tivity and lent weight are matched to the parameter to be adjusted Strokin...

Page 31: ...u can adjust the relevant parameter by 1 or 1 Try it out Play with it and you will quickly get the feel of it and how it best functions R C value shown on main screen for more convenient direct reading 7 3 1 Display mode An alternative method to the virtual thumb wheel to control the instrument has been incorporated Via the button settings and display mode a keyboard and up down buttons can be sel...

Page 32: ...n times can be entered just the same as with a pocket calculator Selection functions such as language type of discharge program number etc are handled by up down buttons to scroll through the settings This extended operating function is included in NSG 439 products from serial number 339 August 2004 upwards ...

Page 33: ...is active there is the further option of choosing alternating polarity Around the max voltage range some minor delay for triggering shall have to be expected fully discharging changeing recharging 7 3 4 Counter Use the counter button to branch into the corresponding menu Choose the counter mode Preset counter on off In the on state the counter content can be set by means of the wheel When the simu...

Page 34: ...e menu to select either single pulses or a repetition rate from 0 5 to 25 Hz in air discharge or from 0 5 to 20 Hz in contact discharge mode Two further repetition modes are available that trigger pulses with a statistical distribution over a specified period Random P 1 9999 pulses are triggered with a statistically distributed repetition rate ranging from a minimum of 20 ms to a maximum repetitio...

Page 35: ...scharge on NSG 439 A To remove the charged energy of a EUT the NSG 439 A has an internal bleed of resistor which can be via internal relay activated With the time T1 T2 and T3 the charge removing procedure can be flexible programmed Al time value can be set from 0 1 up to 99 s in 0 1 s step EUT discharge on NSG 439 To remove the charged energy of a EUT an external charge removing box can be connec...

Page 36: ...ately for the pistol and the base station regarding the version of the equipment and its software 7 3 9 Discharge Depending on mounted finger tip the sign shows the actual discharge mode Air discharge or contact discharge The R C values for the relevant network are also shown The corresponding value is automatically loaded The mode can be changed using the up down buttons to select the desired mod...

Page 37: ... by the kV symbol on the display blinking provided 20 or more of the charge voltage is dissipated Low Arcing is detected and is indicated by the kV symbol on the display blinking provided 10 or more of the charge voltage is dissipated High Arcing is detected and is indicated by the kV symbol on the display blinking provided 30 or more of the charge voltage is dissipated Off This position is made f...

Page 38: ...arges this feature is available only in single mode Pushing the trigger once the HV is activated and the gun is to be approached to the EUT until either an arcing happens or the EUT being touched Then the trigger needs to be pushed a second time resulting in HV off and increasing decreasing the counts depending on counter setting The off operating function is included in NSG 439 products from seri...

Page 39: ...rocedure the HV module is strained up to 30 kV If somehow the maximum voltage could not be reached or hold the NSG 439 come out correctly with an HV error message The calibration procedure is diagnosing to which voltage level the HV module will work properly This voltage value will be shown on screen while it will not be possible to set a higher voltage value This extended operating function is in...

Page 40: ...N 61000 4 2 level 4 7 3 13 Program Shows all the details of the currently selected settings in the actual state These values can be saved in one of the eight memory places by pressing store Alternatively a previously saved set of values can be recalled using the wheel in the actual program Touching return loads the selection ready for execution ...

Page 41: ...ous operation can be established to produce a repetitive stream of discharges thus Set the preset counter to read in the counter menu This enables continu ous operation without any intervention by the counter Pushing the trigger button starts the continuous operation pressing it again stops the operation Continuous operation should only be utilized in cases of real necessity since every ESD radiat...

Page 42: ...org the IEC www iec ch the ANSI www ansi org the IEEE www ieee org etc or they are available from national standards bureau 8 2 Other situations It is not always possible to arrange a test rig in exact conformity with the rel evant standards However by abiding by some basic rules it is still possible to obtain meaningful assessments of a EUT s sensitivity to interference and to obtain valuable poi...

Page 43: ... localize weak spots in construction or to pin point critical situations in program routines Single pulses are then to be used for detailed investigations and to assess the sensitivity to interference An exact record is to be kept describing the test conditions complete with photos of the test rig details of the type and quantity of discharges notes about the ambient climatic conditions remarks co...

Page 44: ...truments for calibration purposes Oscilloscope with an analogue bandwidth of min 1 GHz Coaxial measurement adapter MD 101 Pellegrini target as per IEC EN 61000 4 2 2001 or MD 103 according to latest draft 20 dB attenuator covering the range from dc to 12 4 GHz SUCOFLEX HF coaxial cable High voltage dc voltmeter Ri 30 GΩ The instruments are periodically re calibrated in accordance with the require ...

Page 45: ...ns Reference figure quoted in IEC EN 61000 4 2 2001 10 Typical pulse data 30 ns 60 ns A 30 25 20 15 10 5 0 A 30 25 20 15 10 5 0 Contact discharge 8 kV pulse rising edge tr ca 0 8 ns Contact discharge 8 kV current at 30 ns and 60 ns 1 ns div 20 ns div ...

Page 46: ...omatically The instrument contains no elements that are foreseen for adjustment by the user A component defect must be suspected if the calibration measurements differ from the published technical data and the instrument is to be returned to an authorized Teseq service centre Measurements can only be undertaken by trained specialists A prerequisite is the availability of the necessary measurement ...

Page 47: ...rity positive 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 2001 These values are valid only for the discharge network that conforms...

Page 48: ...e generated within the instrument LETHAL DANGER Only original replacement parts and accessories are to be used Do not continue to use the instrument in the event of mechanical damage occur ring The plastic housing also performs insulating and protective functions which are only assured as long as it is in its original condition A damaged instrument should be returned without delay to a Teseq servi...

Page 49: ...HV HOLD TIMEOUT Unit stops after 30 s without discharge Press return on screen Restart the test 127 HW FAULT An internal fault on the processor board has been detected Switch off the base station wait for 10 s switch on again and continue testing If error persists contact your nearest Schaffner service centre 129 A FIELD IS SELECTED The run or the HV on key has been pressed although an operator fi...

Page 50: ...elected to the displayed maximum value Contact you nearest Teseq service centre 211 FAULT DETECTED The software has found erroneous behaviour during generation of the pulse Stop the test Switch off the base station wait for 10 s switch on again and continue testing If error persists contact your nearest Teseq service centre 217 VOLTAGE TOO HIGH The selected value is too high Reduce the voltage lev...

Page 51: ...s on individual connector pins unlike conventional test methods which tend to result in unfore seen discharge paths being followed 11 6 Function of the air discharge adaptor The adaptor is already preinstalled with the special contacting point as well as the mounting plate The moveable contact point A is first brought into contact with the connector pin to be tested thereby lengthening it ...

Page 52: ...essure and contains as a base a FESTO piston type DPZ 16 50 P A KF S20 with following specification Characteristics Value Hub 50 mm Adjustable end value lenght 10 mm Piston diameter 16 mm Damping Elastic damping damping rings both side Guide sliding guide Operating pressure 1 10 bar Functionality Double action ATEX Ambient temperature 20 C Ta 60 C Operating medium Dry or oiled air Theoretical forc...

Page 53: ...itioning bolt and four screws Each time an air discharge is produced the ionized air has to be blown away this to guarantee a high reproducibility in air discharge mode 8x air holes Fixture to the NSG 439 housing Positioning bolt Air connection for sliding piston Air connection to blow away the ionized air ...

Page 54: ...ase station front panel ABS Base station housing Galvanized steel lacquered Circuit boards Epoxi with SMD components LCD display and touchpanel Glass HV module Polyurethane potting compound with elect network components and copper wire HV relay Div metals ceramic div insulating materials Test finger Brass plastics Battery Nickel metal hydride Battery charger ABS housing with transformer and circui...

Page 55: ...Ω 20 kΩ Range C 50 pF 2000 pF Air discharge voltage 200 V 30 kV in 100 V steps Tolerance 5 1 30 kV Contact discharge 200 V 30 kV in 100 V steps voltage Tolerance 5 1 30 kV Test finger standard Ball and point as per IEC exchangeable via threaded connection Arcing detection Indicated by the kV symbol being displayed inverse also acoustically in the single operating mode Holding time 5 s Charge resis...

Page 56: ... P see section repetition Discharge voltage Pre programmed levels IEC EN and ISO standards Auto shut off After 15 minutes idle time without loss of the test parameters Display LCD panel showing Discharge voltage Breakdown voltage Polarity Air contact discharge Counter preselect counter content Battery state monitor Weight NSG 439 14 kg 30 lbs approx Ambient conditions Operating 5 40 C 20 80 r h no...

Page 57: ...4 2 2001 and will be accepted into national standards as part of the European harmonization The following documents are either identical or largely compatible EN 61000 6 1 2001 Generic Immnity standard for residential and light industrial environments EN 61000 6 2 2001 Generic lmmunity standard for industrial environments as well as others 13 ESD standards ...

Page 58: ... of reinstating the functional capability is at the sole discretion of Teseq Excluded from the warranty is damage or consequential damage caused through negligent operation or use as well as the replacement of parts subject to degradation The warranty is rendered invalid by any intervention on the part of the customer or a third party The goods are to be returned in the original packing or other e...

Page 59: ... 4391 INA 4392 INA 4393 INA 4394 INA 4411 INA 4422 xxx Options Order no Qty ESD measurement target conforming to IEC EN 61000 4 2 2001 ESD measurement target ANSI IEC draft Earth cable with resistors 2 x 470 kΩ Extension cord tip Flexible tip set Softtouch contact tip Banana contact tip Banana fast rise time tip E field adapter H field adapter Charge remover device for unit with A version not appl...

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