Safety Summary The following safety precautions apply to both operating and maintenance personnel and must be observed during all phases of operation, service, and repair of this instrument. Before applying power, follow the installation instructions and become familiar with the operating instructions for this instrument.
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WARNING and CAUTION statements, such as the following examples, denote a WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS hazard and appear throughout this manual. Follow all instructions contained in these statements. A WARNING statement calls attention to an operating procedure, practice, or condition, which, if not followed correctly, could result in injury or death to personnel.
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Compliance Statements Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This product is subject to Directive 2002/96/EC of the European Parliament and the Council of the European Union on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE), and in jurisdictions adopting that Directive, is marked as being put on the market after August 13, 2005, and should not be disposed of as unsorted municipal...
B&K Precision’s 1672 and 1673 triple output DC power supplies provide two variable Description outputs (0 – 32V/ 0 – 3A [model 1672], 0-6A [model 1673]) and one fixed output (5V/3A). The variable outputs can work independently, in series tracking, or parallel mode.
Selector Line Voltage Fuse 115V 100 ~ 125V 50/60 Hz 6A (model 1672) 10A (model 1673) 230V 220 ~ 240V 50/60 Hz 3A (model 1672) 6A (model 1673) Figure 1 – Fuse Table Location Before applying power to unit, make sure that input voltage setting is correct and the ventilation holes are not blocked.
Controls and Indicators Front Panel Figure 2 – Front Panel Power switch Negative output terminal of the fixed 5V/3A output Positive output terminal of the fixed 5V/3A output Overload indicator LED for fixed 5V/3A output Negative output terminal of the master output Ground terminal of the master output Positive output terminal of the master output CC mode LED for the master to indicate constant current...
13) Master current indicator display (3-digit red 0.56” LED) 14) Series mode indicator LED 15) Parallel mode indicator LED 16) Slave voltage indicator display (3-digit green 0.56” LED) 17) Slave current indicator display (3-digit red 0.56” LED) 18) Voltage adjustment knob for adjusting slave output voltage when master power is in CV mode 19) Current adjustment knob for adjusting slave output current when master power is in CC mode...
Operating Instructions Setting the Output Voltage and Output Current As per load requirement, calculate the voltage and maximum current limit to be set on output. Note: V=IR Disconnect the load from output terminals. For current limit adjustment, turn the current adjustment knob counter-clockwise to get minimum current output.
System Configuration Models 1672 and 1673 have two variable outputs, which can work independently, in series tracking mode, or parallel mode with pull and push switch arrangements provided by the master voltage and current control knobs. Users can also connect multiple units in series or parallel mode to increase their voltage or current.
LOAD Figure 5 – Series Tracking Mode Load Connection 5.3.3 Parallel Tracking Mode In this mode, the positive output terminal of the master gets connected internally to the positive output terminal of the slave and the negative output terminal of the master gets connected to the negative output terminal of the slave.
LOAD Figure 6 – Parallel Tracking Mode Load Connection 5.3.4 Multiple Units in Series Mode For achieving higher voltage, two or more units can be connected in series (Max 240V only). The output voltage of the system will be the sum of all units. Set the power supplies connected in series operation under series tracking mode as described in Series Tracking mode and adjust to the same output.
Unit 1 Unit 2 LOAD Figure 7 – Connecting Multiple Units in Series 5.3.5 Multiple Units in Parallel Mode Two or more units can be connected in parallel to obtain a higher current output (Max 24A only). 1. Set the power supplies connected in parallel operation under parallel tracking mode as described in parallel tracking mode and adjust all units to the same output voltage.
Unit 1 Unit 2 LOAD Figure 8 – Connecting Multiple Units in Parallel 5.3.6 Fixed 5V/3A Output This is the standard 5V/ 3A power output provided for supplying the power to TTL logic circuits. When the load exceeds 3A, the red OVERLOAD LED will light up. The output voltage will be lower and the power supply will be under CC mode.
Specifications 1672 1673 Output Parameters Number of Outputs Three (two variable and one fixed) 0 to 32 VDC / 0 to 3 A 0 to 32 VDC / 0 to 6 A Range (variable) and 5 V / 3 A (fixed)
25 °C ± 5 °C. Specifications are subject to change without notice. To ensure the most current version of this manual, please download the current version here: http://www.bkprecision.com/search/manual/1673 For current up-to-date product information, please visit www.bkprecision.com Maintenance Preventive Steps Please follow these preventive steps to ensure the proper operation of your instrument.
Do not obstruct the ventilation holes in the rear panel as this will increase the internal temperature. • Do not operate the instrument with the cover removed unless you are a qualified service technician. • Clean and recalibrate the instrument on a regular basis to keep the instrument looking nice and working well.
Service Information Warranty Service: Please go to the support and service section on our website www.bkprecision.com to obtain an RMA #. Return the product in the original packaging with proof of purchase to the address below. Clearly state on the RMA the performance problem and return any leads, probes, connectors and accessories that you are using with the device.
Limited Two-Year Warranty B&K Precision Corp. warrants to the original purchaser that its products and the component parts thereof, will be free from defects in workmanship and materials for a period of two years from date of purchase. B&K Precision Corp. will, without charge, repair or replace, at its option, defective product or component parts.
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