General Description

The MX Series offers high levels of AC and DC power in a relatively compact floor standing cabinet. Available in power levels starting at 15 kVA, the MX Series represents the most versatile AC/DC power system available today. The MX Series is a full-featured source offering transient generation, arbitrary waveform generation, standard measurements, harmonic analysis and waveform acquisition.

Detailed Information

Controller Capabilities
The MX Series uses a sophisticated digital signal processor based arbitrary waveform generator and power analyzer. This integrated, multi instrument approach, effectively eliminates the need for additional equipment to create an complete AC and DC power test system. Using a large graphical LCD display, the advanced measurement and analysis capabilities can be accessed directly from the front panel without the need for remote control. For ATE applications, both IEEE-488 and RS232C interfaces are included and Windows™ Graphical User Interface application software comes with each MX unit.

Flexible Configurations
Configuration options include both single and multiple unit systems for a wide range of power levels. The MX45-3Pi offers both single and three phase output capability at a power level of 45 kVA. Multiple MX45 chassis can be combined to provide higher power levels for three phase applications.

Applications
The extended output frequency range of 16 Hz to 819 Hz makes the MX Series suitable for both commercial and avionics applications. Dual voltage ranges (3Pi models or -R option) provide maximum output current at 80 % of voltage range and constant power from 80 to 100 % of V range. The built in measurement and analysis functions eliminate the need for additional test equipment.

Instrument Control Software

All MX Series AC/DC power systems include a Windows™ Graphical User Interface (GUI) program. The GUI supports all functions and capabilities of the MX Series. The following tasks can easily be performed through this graphical user interface using either the IEEE-488 or RS232C interface:

• Define custom waveforms by specifying their harmonic content
  
• Define custom waveforms by free-hand drawing with the mouse
  
• Capture output voltage and current waveforms
  
• Compile lists of transient programs on disk for quick recall and execution
  
• Run IEC 61000-4-11p (requires option -411), IEC 61000-4-13 (requires option -413), IEC 61000-4-14, IEC61000-4-17, IEC 61000-4-28 and IEC 61000-4-29 tests and print test reports.
  
• Run RTCA/DO-160D (requires option -160) or MIL-STD 704D and E tests (requires option -704)
  
• Analyze harmonic content of both voltage and current
  
• Compare stationary harmonic voltage or current components against user defined or pre-defined limits such as IEC 61000-3-2 Harmonics.
  
• Monitor remote control commands over the bus using the built in command viewer window to quickly learn how to program the MX series yourself.
  
• Measure and record key output parameters such as volt rms, current, peak current, real power, and power factor.
  

Of course, drivers for popular programming environments such as LabView™ and LabWindows/CVI™ are available as well for custom software development. If needed, the front panel can be locked out to prevent operator intervention during test runs.