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SEFELEC REFERENCE PENT0438

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  • Page 1 Operating manual XS SERIES - English SEFELEC REFERENCE PENT0438...

  • Page 2: This Manual Is Written For The Following Xs Series Models

    XS series operating manual This manual is written for the following XS series models: Hipot Hipot Hipot Hipot Hipot Insulation Insulation Insulation Ground Sequence 50VA 500VA 20VA 200VA 10VA 500V 1000V 1500V 200GΩ 20GΩ 5kVAC 5kVAC 6kVDC 6kVDC 10kVDC 200G 1500m...

  • Page 3: Warranty

    XS series operating manual WARRANTY SEFELEC warrants that units are free from defects in material and workmanship. SEFELEC warrants also that, when properly used, that units will perform in accordance with specifications of this manual. If within one year after original delivery it is found not to meet this standard, it will be repaired at no charge in SEFELEC service facility in Lognes.

  • Page 4: Restrictions Due To The Accessories Or The Options

    XS series operating manual Restrictions due to the accessories or the options Ground continuity measurement CO184/3 to CO184/10 : Maximum current regulation 10A for 6V, 20A for 12V. CO183/3 to CO183/10 : Maximum current regulation 10A for 6V, 20A for 12V. TE66/3 to TE66/10 : Maximum current regulation 10A for 6V, 20A for 12V.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    XS series operating manual Summary This manual is written for the following XS series models: ............1 WARRANTY ..........................2 Restrictions due to the accessories or the options ............... 3 Ground continuity measurement ....................3 Hipot test ..........................3 Insulation measurement ......................3 Summary ............................
  • Page 6 XS series operating manual Maximum current and variation current limit : IMAX + I ............ 16 Minimum current limit : IMIN ....................16 Without detection ........................ 16 Permanent current measurement ................... 17 Fault indication ........................17 Timer ............................17 (mode) MANUAL......................... 17 (mode) DEFAULT .......................
  • Page 7 XS series operating manual Measurement accuracy ....................... 28 Measurement thresholds ....................29 Timer ........................... 29 Measurement cycles ......................29 introduction - operating instruction ..................30 MEANING OF THE DIFFERENT SYMBOLS ON THE INSTRUMENT ........30 PRODUCT OVERVIEW ......................31 Front panel description ......................32 Keys definition ........................
  • Page 8 XS series operating manual To set the RISE and FALL times ..................59 Breakdown detection mode selection ................. 60 Current variation mode : I ....................60 Maximum current limit : IMAX ..................... 60 Fast maximum current limit : F(ast)IMAX ................60 Fast maximum current and variation current limit : FIMAX + I ..........
  • Page 9 XS series operating manual Input-Output for Programmable Logic Controller Interface (PLC) ........... 92 Electrical specifications ....................... 92 Description of the logical states ..................92 Connections ........................93 Description of the input output signals ................94 Measurement discharge cycle .................... 95 Information on cycle timing ....................
  • Page 10 XS series operating manual Ground continuity measurement ..................138 Current selection ....................... 138 Voltage selection ......................138 Test time ........................... 138 Precautions to be observed ....................139 Safety interlock connector (C5) ..................140 Measurement I/O on the rear panel................141 Maintenance and calibration ..................

  • Page 11: Specifications

    XS series operating manual Specifications Power supply Mains : 115/230V~ ±15% single phase 47 to 64 Hz (DXS50/56, RXS50/56, SXS50/56, MXS500/1000). 230V~ ±15% single phase 47 to 64 Hz (DXS500/506, RXS500/506, SXS500/506). Temporized protective fuse in mains socket on the rear panel : RXS50/56, DXS50/56, SXS50/56, SXS16, MXS500/1000: 230V and 4AT for 115V.

  • Page 12: Dielectric Strength Test 50Va

    XS series operating manual 1 DIELECTRIC STRENGTH TEST 50VA (hipot 50VA test) XS50 / XS56 (5kVAC / 6kVDC) Output voltage  Alternative 50 or 60Hz ( DC voltage on XS56 model).  From 100V to 5 kVAC in one range (100V to 6 KVDC). ...

  • Page 13: Maximum Current Limit : Imax

    XS series operating manual Maximum current limit : IMAX Adjustable from 0.01 mA 9.99 mA 0.01mA step. The unit monitors permanently the current flowing through the sample under test and compares according the 2 following possibilities: The high limit ( IMAX) > 0 , the low limit (IMIN) is set to 0 ...

  • Page 14: Permanent Current Measurement

    XS series operating manual Permanent current measurement  Direct reading of the current on a shunt resistance in the test circuit.  Display of the value on a 999 points digital indicator.   Accuracy : (2.5% + 2 U) of the read value (1U=0.01mA). ...

  • Page 15: Μa Current Resolution (Option 116-00)

    XS series operating manual 1 µA current resolution (OPTION 116-00) Add of a new range of current measure between 0 and 999 µA. Value display  From 0 a 999 µA, display in µA  over 999 µA, display in mA Threshold set up ΔI With or without the option, the...

  • Page 16: (Hipot 500Va Test)

    XS series operating manual DIELECTRIC STRENGTH TEST 500VA (hipot 500VA test) XS500 / XS506 (5kVAC / 6kVDC) Output voltage  Alternative 50 or 60Hz ( DC voltage on XS506 model).  From 100V to 5 kVAC in one range (100V to 6 KVDC). ...

  • Page 17: Maximum Current Limit : Imax

    XS series operating manual Maximum current limit : IMAX Adjustable from 0.1 mA to 110 0.1mA step. The unit monitors permanently the current flowing through the sample under test and compares according the 2 following possibilities : The high limit ( IMAX) > 0 , the low limit (IMIN) is set to 0 ...

  • Page 18: Permanent Current Measurement

    XS series operating manual Permanent current measurement  Direct reading of the current on a shunt resistance in the test circuit.  Display of the value on a 999 points digital indicator.   Accuracy : (2.5% + 2 U) of the read value (1U=0.1mA). ...

  • Page 19: Dielectric Strength Test 10Va

    XS series operating manual 2 DIELECTRIC STRENGTH TEST 10VA XS16 (10kVDC) Output voltage  Continuous voltages only  From 100VDC to 10kVDC in one range.     Stability < 3% for V mains of 10%.  Negative pole to earth with DC voltage ...

  • Page 20: Maximum Current Limit : Imax

    XS series operating manual Maximum current limit : IMAX Adjustable from 0.1 µA to 100.0 µA 0.1µA step, and from 100µA to 1000µA by 1µA step. The unit monitors permanently the current flowing through the sample under test and compares according the 2 following possibilities : The high limit ( IMAX) >...

  • Page 21: Permanent Current Measurement

    XS series operating manual Permanent current measurement  Reading of the current thanks to shunt resistances in the test circuit.  The current is read according to two ranges (one shunt resistance for each range): G1 : from 0.0µA up to 100.0µA G2: from 100µA up to 1000µA ...

  • Page 22: Detection Of Capacitive Samples

    XS series operating manual Detection of capacitive samples Before starting a test, it is possible to detect whether the sample is properly connected to the unit or not. This is possible provided that the sample to test has a capacitive value of at least 10nF. If the detection is activated, a pulse of 100V magnitude and of 1s duration is generated, right before the hipot test starts.

  • Page 23: Megohmmeter Function (Insulation Resistance Measurement)

    XS series operating manual 3 Megohmmeter function (insulation resistance measurement) 500V megohmmeter function (MXS500,DXS50/56,DXS500/506,SXS50/56,SXS500/506) Measurement voltage Voltage adjustable from 500VDC by 1 volt step. Accuracy : ±(1% + 1V). Positive pole of the HV generator is grounded ( earth) Dynamic stability for a mains V = ±10% : >1%.

  • Page 24: Measurement Threshold

    XS series operating manual CAPACITANCE mode : from 1.00M 200G (or T for option 20) with an accuracy equal to the NORMAL mode accuracy ±100k Input impedance = M ±1% Measurement threshold The megohmmeter function can operate either with one or two measurement threshold(s) between 50k...

  • Page 25: 1000V Megohmmeter Function (Option Xs26 Or Mxs1000)

    XS series operating manual 1000V megohmmeter function (option XS26 or MXS1000) Measurement voltage Voltage adjustable from 1000VDC by 1 volt step. Accuracy : ±(1% + 1V). Positive pole of the HV generator is grounded (earth) Dynamic stability for a mains ΔV = ±10% : <±1%.

  • Page 26: Measurement Threshold

    XS series operating manual Measurement threshold The megohmmeter function can operate either with one or two measurement threshold(s) between 50k up to 200G (2T with option A measurement is PASS after comparison between the displayed value and the thresholds. When looking for a value only higher than a limit, the LOW THRESHOLD is used to set the limit and the HIGH THRESHOLD is not used by setting a value equal to the maximum resistance (basically 200G...

  • Page 27: Measurement Accuracy

    XS series operating manual The measurement range is defined by the following formula: (Utest / Umax generator) x 20 G This gives the following board for the 500, 750, 1000 et 1500V standard voltages Voltage Measurement range   500V to 6.66G ...

  • Page 28: Timer

    XS series operating manual Timer The measurement voltage can stay permanently ( timer value set to 0 sec.) or during a time between 1 and 999 sec. adjustable by 1 sec. step. Rise time is adjustable in time (seconds), from 2s to 60s by step of 1s, or in voltage increase (V/s). Fall time is adjustable in time (seconds), from 0 to 60s by step of 1s, or in voltage increase (V/s).

  • Page 29: Ground Continuity Function

    XS series operating manual 4 Ground continuity function Measurement current  From 5 to 32A AC ( 40A for CXS 40 ) by step of 0.5 A AC.  Frequency = mains frequency  Accuracy : (1% + 500mA). Open circuit voltage ...

  • Page 30: Measurement Thresholds

    XS series operating manual Measurement thresholds The ground continuity function can operate either with one or two measurement threshold(s) between 1m to 1500m. A measurement is PASS after comparison between the displayed value and the thresholds. When looking for a value only lower than a limit, the HIGH THRESHOLD is used to set the limit and the LOW THRESHOLD is not used by setting a value equal to the minimum resistance ( basically 0m...

  • Page 31: Introduction - Operating Instruction

    XS series operating manual 5 introduction - operating instruction WARNING : This unit must be used by qualified people. Every precautions for the use of units connected to the mains must be taken during its use. In particular, this unit must be connected to earth.

  • Page 32: Product Overview

    XS series operating manual PRODUCT OVERVIEW The XS series is a range of units performing very easily insulation resistance measurements, dielectric strength tests and ground continuity tests. The RXS50/56 and RXS500/506 are dielectric strength testers under 50VA or 500VA and the DXS50/56 and DXS500/506 are dielectric strength testers under 50VA or 500VA including a megohmmeter, and the SXS50/56 and SXS500/506 include all the above functions plus a ground continuity function.

  • Page 33: Front Panel Description

    XS series operating manual Front panel description Ground continuity terminals Power On/Off Function keys HV lamp STOP PASS FAIL led Hipot and Insulation measurement display terminals Control keypad START measurement Fig 5.1 Keys definition The front panel unit includes 2 mechanical push buttons ( 1 red and 1 green) together with 9 keys in 3 function areas.

  • Page 34: Liquid Crystal Display (Lcd) Description

    XS series operating manual Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) description The unit is fitted with a liquid crystal display (LCD) of 64 points per 240 points used in a graphic mode. According to the position of the user related to the unit screen and the light conditions, it is possible to adjust the screen contrast by turning the potentiometer located on the rear panel (Z9).

  • Page 35: Rear Panel Description

    XS series operating manual Rear panel description SAFETY FMG CONTROL SECURITE COMMANDE FMG ETHERNET REMOTE CONTROL TELECOMMANDE IEEE-488-2 WARNING ! ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD EXISTS WHEN PANEL IS REMOVED. SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY. CLASS 1 DEVICE. ROTECTIVE EARTH REQUIRED DISCONNECT POWER SUPPLY BEFORE SERVICING. FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST FIRE HAZARD, REPLACE THE FUS ES IN RELATION WITH THE USER MANUAL.

  • Page 36: Available Accessories And Options

    XS series operating manual Available accessories and options TE54 hand held HV probe 50VA (DXS50, RXS50, SXS50) TE58-XS hand held HV probe with remote control 50VA (DXS50, RXS50, SXS50) TE65 hand held HV probe 500VA (DXS500, RXS500, SXS500) TE66 groung continuity measurement set with CO183 and CO184 (SXS50, SXS500) TE81-XS ground continuity probe with remote control and PASS/FAIL indication for multiple continuity feature.
  • Page 37 XS series operating manual XS-96 SXSPro software to remote control XS series unit XS user manual v0.55 - 36 -...

  • Page 38: Installation

    XS series operating manual Installation Preliminary instructions Warning : This unit must be used by qualified people. Every precaution for the use of units connected to the main must be taken during its use. In particular, this unit must be connected to earth The specifications of this manual, the correct operation of the unit as well as the operator’s security are guaranteed only when the supplied accessories (TE54, TE56, CO175, CO183, CO184, ...) are used.

  • Page 39: Power On

    XS series operating manual Power ON Make sure the voltage indicated on the inlet module (Z8) is in accordance with the power source. Connect the unit to the mains AC source (with earth connection) with the SE1 power cord then press the power button in the ON position.

  • Page 40: Connection To A Specimen

    XS series operating manual Connection to a specimen Connection for the insulation resistance measurement and dielectric strength test (any model) Fig 5.5  Connect the measurement probe (TE54, ...) on the B1 connector  Secure the probe by tightening the knurled plastic ring ...
  • Page 41 XS series operating manual Connection for the ground continuity measurement Fig 5.7  Connect the measurement probe (CO183 or CO184) on the UA, IA, UB, IB safety banana terminals (GREEN terminal = CURRENT, GREY terminal = VOLTAGE).  Connect the specimen to be tested as follows: Fig 5.8 WARNING : measurement of a specimen already connected to the earth.

  • Page 42: Unit Configuration

    XS series operating manual 6 Unit configuration After switching on or returning to the initialization menu, press the [SETUP] function key of the Z4 area. Then the LCD screen displays as follows: Fig 6.1 With the control keypad: With the UP and DOWN arrow keys, move the reverse video line and go into modification mode by pressing on the RIGHT arrow key or on the ENTER key (key at the center of the control keyboard).

  • Page 43: Beep On Fail Configuration

    XS series operating manual Beep on FAIL configuration When a test result is failed, a permanent audible signal is emitted by the unit until the removal by pressing on the [DISCHARGE] key. This function is active when YES is selected and not active when NO is selected.

  • Page 44: Access Control To The Parameters

    XS series operating manual Access control to the parameters The access to the parameter modification can be secured by a password. This limitation is made of three different levels: (access) UNLOCKED Let you modify all the parameters. (access) READ ONLY Let you only recall the memories but you can not modify them.
  • Page 45 XS series operating manual WARNING The default configuration is with a void password. A CORRECT PASSWORD IS A REAL (integer or decimal without point) NUMBER If the code is not a real number, you will get an error and the following message «INPUT ERROR". Fig 6.5 In this example, you would get an error, because of the dot.

  • Page 46: Measurement Display

    XS series operating manual If the password is correct, the following message will be displayed : Fig 6.7 and you can select the security level : UNLOCKED, READ ONLY, LOCKED If you loose your password, please contact our service department or your distributor. Sefelec service department : +33 (0)1-64-11-83-48 Measurement display Press on the UP or DOWN arrows to select the next setup menu page .

  • Page 47: Remote Trigger Mode

    XS series operating manual Remote trigger mode Fig 6.9 WARNING : This mode should not be used with the remote control accessories. ( see section 11) The XS series units have been designed to be directly triggered by a number of Sefelec accessories. The operation is fully safe, and the accessories are automatically identified.

  • Page 48: Interface Selection

    XS series operating manual IMPORTANT: In the REMOTE TRIG. mode, the unit will stop the measurement but will not display any SAFETY LOOP open message. If you have selected the REMOTE TRIG. mode and if the connections 1-9 and 2-10 are already done when selecting a measurement function (Megohm,Hipot, ….), the following message is displayed INPUT ERROR and the REMOTE TRIG.

  • Page 49: Expert Mode Activation

    XS series operating manual Example of a sequence setup: An operator wants to perform an insulation control on a specimen, then a dielectric strength test and finally a new insulation control to verify that the dielectric strength test hasn't degraded the specimen.

  • Page 50: Insulation Resistance Measurement

    XS series operating manual 7 Insulation resistance measurement Press on the MEGOHM function key if displayed or from the initialization menu press on FUNCTION then MEGOHM. The main test parameters are recalled on the bottom line of the LCD screen.. Fig 7.1 Parameter setting Press on the...

  • Page 51: Measurement Threshold Selection

    XS series operating manual Measurement voltage selection The measurement voltage can be adjusted between 10 and 500VDC or 20 and 1000VDC (option 26 ) by 1 VDC step for every XS devices other than SXS16. For the SXS16, the measurement voltage can be adjusted from 500VDC to 1500VDC by 10VDC steps.

  • Page 52: Timer Operation

    XS series operating manual Display shows : Fig 7.4 Select the number to be modified by moving the cursor with the RIGHT/LEFT arrow keys Increase or decrease the value with respectively the UP and the DOWN arrow keys (0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9.
  • Page 53 XS series operating manual To adjust the hold time Move the reverse video line in front of the HOLD line Press on the RIGHT arrow or ENTER key Display shows : Fig 7.5 Select the number to be modified by moving the cursor with the RIGHT/LEFT arrow keys Increase or decrease the value with respectively the UP and the DOWN arrow keys (0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9.

  • Page 54: Parameter Memorization

    XS series operating manual To adjust the rise and fall times: Move the reverse video line in front of the RISE or FALL line (Menu page 2) Press on the RIGHT arrow or ENTER key Display shows : Fig 7.6 Select the number to be modified by moving the cursor with the RIGHT/LEFT arrow keys Increase or decrease the value with respectively the UP and the DOWN arrow keys (0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9.

  • Page 55: Insulation Resistance Measurement

    XS series operating manual From the parameter menu, to modify a memory number : Press on the [MEM:x] function key With the UP/DOWN arrow keys, increase or decrease the memory number (from 0 to 9). The input parameters lines indicate the content of each memory. Enter the selected memory either by pressing again on the [MEM:x] function key or by pressing the ENTER key.

  • Page 56: Error Messages

    XS series operating manual Fig 7.9 Press on the [DISCHARGE] red push button to cancel the memorization on the LCD screen. (The HV indicator goes out.) Display shows figure 11 Press on the [ESC] key to escape the function Error messages The following error messages may appear during the measurement: (message) SAFETY LOOP the safety loop is not closed.

  • Page 57: Dielectric Strength Test (Hipot Test)

    XS series operating manual 8 Dielectric strength test (hipot test) From the initialization menu press on the [HIPOT] or on the [FUNCTION] then [HIPOT] function key to get the menu shown in figure 9.1. The main test parameters are recalled on the bottom line of the LCD screen. Fig 8.1 Setting To modify these parameters, press on the [PARAM] function key of this menu.

  • Page 58: Test Voltage Selection

    XS series operating manual Test voltage selection The unit offers the possibility to select dielectric strength test voltages between 0.10 and 5.00 KVAC or 0.10 and 6.00 KVDC . In the case of SXS16, the unit offers the possibility to select dielectric strength voltages between 0.10 and 10.00kVDC.

  • Page 59: Test Voltage Application On The Specimen

    XS series operating manual Test voltage application on the specimen The sudden application of the test voltage on a specimen can stressed it more than required. Therefore the unit is fitted with a voltage rise time system. The same phenomena existing during the cut off of the high voltage, the unit can perform the following test cycle : REMINDER : With the SXS16, the DC voltage is positive, for all the other devices the voltage is negative.

  • Page 60: To Set The Rise And Fall Times

    XS series operating manual To set the RISE and FALL times Move the reverse video line in front of the RISE or FALL line Press on the RIGHT arrow or ENTER key Display shows : Fig 8.5 Select the number to be modified by moving the cursor with the RIGHT/LEFT arrow keys Increase or decrease the value with respectively the UP and the DOWN arrow keys (0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9.

  • Page 61: Breakdown Detection Mode Selection

    XS series operating manual Breakdown detection mode selection Fig 8.6 It is possible to select various breakdown detection mode. Current variation mode : I  TEST detector automatically carries out the subtraction between the current which flows normally in the device under test (I=U/Z) and the one which occurs at the time of a fault (I'=I+Ifault). Maximum current limit : IMAX The unit monitors permanently the current flowing through the sample under test and compares according the 2 following possibilities:...

  • Page 62: Maximum Current And Variation Current Limit : Imax + I

    XS series operating manual Maximum current and variation current limit : IMAX + I This mode combines the IMAX mode and the Delta I mode. Without detection In this mode there is no current monitoring. There is no output high voltage adjustment according to the load. Minimum current limit : IMIN In the above detection modes it is possible to set a minimum value of current flowing through the specimen under test to insure that the specimen is correctly connected.

  • Page 63: Imin And Imax Threshold Adjustment

    XS series operating manual IMIN and IMAX threshold adjustment The unit includes 2 comparison thresholds making possible to check if the specimen under test is good or bad. IMIN LIMIT defines the minimum current value which must flow through the specimen in order to detect a possible bad connection of the test probes on the specimen.

  • Page 64: Delta I Level Adjustment

    XS series operating manual Delta I level adjustment The delta I breakdown detection level can be adjusted between 1mA/10µs 10mA/10µs by 1mA/10µs step (50VA models) or from 10 mA/10µs 100mA /10µs 10mA/10µs step ( 500VA models), or it is fixed to 1mA/10µs (SXS16). To adjust the delta I value : Move the reverse video line in front of the SEUIL ΔI line Press on the RIGHT arrow or ENTER key...

  • Page 65: Timer Operation

    XS series operating manual Timer operation There are four possible ways to use the unit timer : AUTO, DEFAULT, MANUAL, and U:2. (mode) AUTO In the AUTO mode the output voltage follows the above diagram with rise , hold and fall time. During the HOLD time the output voltage on the specimen under test is adjusted to the preset value.

  • Page 66: Activation Of The Capacitive Sample Detection

    XS series operating manual Activation of the capacitive sample detection WARNING This parameter line only concerns the SXS16. Fig 8.11 It allows the activation of the capacitive sample detection before a dielectric strength test starts. By default, the capacity threshold is set to 10nF. Parameter memorization XS series unit allows to store in 10 memories (numbers 0 to 9) measurement parameters (voltage, threshold, time , ..).

  • Page 67: Expert Mode Parameters Only

    XS series operating manual ANY PARAMETER MODIFICATION IS AUTOMATICALLY STORED IN THE MEMORY Expert mode parameters only [expert] As explained before, the expert mode gives more controls to the unit to adapt the behavior of the unit regarding the user’s need. Breakdown detection mode selection during the ramps Fig 8.13 It is possible to select a breakdown detection mode specifically for the ramps.

  • Page 68: Imax And Delta I Thresholds Adjustment During The Ramps

    XS series operating manual IMAX and delta I thresholds adjustment during the ramps Refer in this chapter to the paragraphs IMIN and IMAX threshold adjustment Delta I level adjustment how to set the values. Fig 8.14 Fig 8.15 Control of the display during the ramps It is possible to have the display of the voltage and/or the current during the ramps, but select nodisplay of U or I provide a better linearity of the ramps.

  • Page 69: Configuration Of The Minimum Capacity Value To Detect

    XS series operating manual Fig 8.17 For hipot tests under capacitive specimens , set FILTER : CAPACITOR in the menu unit configuration Configuration of the minimum capacity value to detect Warning This line only concerns SXS16 units Fig 8.18 This line allows the user to raise the minimum capacity value to detect when the capacitive sample detection is activated.
  • Page 70 XS series operating manual The red lamp « Danger, HV ON » lights and the display shows ( in example) : Fig 8.19 IMPORTANT : ALWAYS MAKE SURE THAT THE HIGH VOLTAGE INDICATOR (RED LAMP) IS NOT ON WHEN CONNECTING OR DISCONNECTING THE SPECIMEN. In case where the MANUAL test time mode has been selected, the unit remains in the measurement mode permanently until the [DISCHARGE] push button is pressed.
  • Page 71 XS series operating manual In both modes (AUTO and MANUAL) if the leakage current flowing through the specimen under test overruns the set breakdown detection values (in -I or IMAX modes) the unit declares breakdown with cut off of the high voltage (at the next zero crossing). The display shows : Fig 8.20 The memorized voltage is the breakdown voltage and the leakage current is also memorized and is...

  • Page 72: Dielectric Strength Test Error Messages

    XS series operating manual Dielectric strength test error messages The following error messages may appear during the measurement: (message) SAFETY LOOP the safety loop is not closed. There is no connection between the points 1-9 and 2-10 of the C5 connector of the rear panel.

  • Page 73: Ground Continuity Resistance Measurement

    XS series operating manual 9 Ground continuity resistance measurement From the initialization menu press on the [GROUND] or on the [FUNCTION] then [GROUND] function key to get the menu shown in figure 9.1. The main test parameters are recalled on the bottom line of the LCD screen. Fig 9.1 Setting To modify these parameters, press on the [PARAM] function key of this menu.

  • Page 74: Measurement Current Selection

    XS series operating manual Measurement current selection The unit offers the possibility to select ground continuity test current (step of 0.5 A). The test current value selection is done according to the standards.  Move the reverse video line in front of the CURRENT line. ...

  • Page 75: Resistance Threshold Selection

    XS series operating manual Resistance threshold selection The unit includes two comparison thresholds making possible to check if the specimen under test is good or bad. These thresholds can be a resistance or a voltage (according to the requirements of standard EN60204-1).

  • Page 76: Timer Operation

    XS series operating manual Timer operation The sudden application of the test current on a specimen can stressed it more than required. Therefore the unit is fitted with a current rise time system. The same phenomena existing during the cut off of the current the unit can perform the following test cycle: The three possible ways to operate the unit are the AUTO , DEFAULT and MANUAL modes.
  • Page 77 XS series operating manual  Move the reverse video line in front of the TIME line with the UP/DOWN arrows keys.  Press on the RIGHT arrow or ENTER key.  The display shows : Fig 9.7  With the UP/DOWN arrow keys scroll the various available timer modes (AUTO, MANUAL). ...

  • Page 78: Parameter Memorization

    XS series operating manual Parameter memorization XS series unit allows to store in 10 memories (numbers 0 to 9) measurement parameters (voltage, threshold, time , ..). From the measurement menu, to modify the memory number: Press on the [MEM:x] function key Display shows : Fig 9.9 With the UP/DOWN arrow keys, increase or decrease the memory number (from 0 to 9).

  • Page 79: Ground Continuity Resistance Measurement

    XS series operating manual Ground continuity resistance measurement Any measurement is performed by using the parameters stored in the active memory (see MEMx indication in the LCD screen right hand side ) Connect the measurement leads on the specimen before starting the measurement by pressing on the green MEASUREMENT push button.

  • Page 80: Ground Continuity Measurement Error Messages

    XS series operating manual Ground continuity measurement error messages The following error messages may appear during the measurement: (message) OVERRANGE The ground continuity resistance is greater than the unit measurement specification. Refer to the specification section. (message) OVER HEATING The unit is fitted with a thermal safety device on the current transformer set at 80°C. Wait for 30 minutes before starting a new test.

  • Page 81: Sequence Mode Operation (Sxs)

    XS series operating manual 10 Sequence mode operation (SXS) Any measurement function in the XS series is independent from the others. The operator can decide about the parameter values and how to operate. However the need to automate the electrical safety test request the capability to link the insulation, hipot and ground continuity tests with parameters according to standards or to internal company procedure.

  • Page 82: Parameter Memorization

    XS series operating manual A sequence describes an automatic or manual (see SETUP menu ) link of measurements or tests. Eight program lines are dedicated to the sequence description. Each line contains a test, a measurement, a pause or a repeat function. The LCD screen bottom line gives a summarized information on the active sequence (memory number in the LCD screen right hand side upper corner) A sequence can be considered as a measurement function like the insulation measurement or...

  • Page 83: Function Selection

    XS series operating manual To modify the memory number from the measurement screen ,press on the [MEM:x] key. Display shows : Fig 10.4 With the up and down arrow keys, increase or decrease the memory number (from 0 to 9). The parameters recall line resumes the content of each memory.

  • Page 84: Parameter Memory Number Selection

    XS series operating manual Scroll the possible selection (HIPOT, MEGOHM, GROUND,PAUSE, POINT) with up and down arrow keys, then ENTER Fig 10.7 Parameter memory number selection Select the memory number with the right arrow. Fig 10.8 With the up and down arrow keys, increase or decrease the memory number (from 0 to 9). Validate the function with its number memory by pressing on the ENTER key.

  • Page 85: How To Run A Simple Sequence

    XS series operating manual Fig 10.9 How to run a simple sequence From the measurement screen, press on [MEASUREMENT] button WARNING, Never touch the specimen under test when it is connected to the unit and the red lamp is ON. The tests are performed automatically and each result is displayed at the test end on the corresponding program line.

  • Page 86: Sequence With Manual Control

    XS series operating manual Sequence with manual control It is possible to control manually the sequence (see SETUP menu, line SEQUENCE=MANUAL) In our example: The unit performs the first function (Megohm 3), then it stays in standby mode and displays: Fig 10.11 The unit waits for the operator pressing on the ENTER key.

  • Page 87: Multiple Ground Continuity Operation

    XS series operating manual Multiple ground continuity operation With the above example, after starting the test the LCD screen shows : Fig 10.13 The unit waits that the operator press on the ENTER key (or press on the remote control bush button on the test probe if featured) to start the ground continuity test step (STEP:1) Then the first step is proceeding.

  • Page 88: Multiple Ground Continuity Followed By A Dielectric Strength Test ( Automatic Sequence)

    XS series operating manual Multiple ground continuity followed by a dielectric strength test ( automatic sequence) Fig 10.15 The case of a multiple continuity immediately followed by a strength test requires a precise care. The multiple ground continuity function means that the user sometimes enters the security area or is in direct contact with the specimen under test.

  • Page 89: Error Messages For The Sequence Mode

    XS series operating manual Error messages for the Sequence mode (message) SAFETY LOOP The safety loop is not closed. There is no connection between the points 1-9 and 2-10 of the C5 connector of the rear panel. Make the connection, press again on the [MEASUREMENT] green push button to trigger the measurement mode.

  • Page 90: 11 Accessories With Remote Control Feature

    XS series operating manual 11 Accessories with remote control feature Accessories type Some accessories in the XS series are equipped with a remote control push button to trigger the measurement start and stop. Those accessories are sorted in two categories: Type 1 : For insulation and hipot test (ex : TE 58 xs...

  • Page 91: Operation

    XS series operating manual Fig 11.2 Operation A remote control accessory can be connected at any time except during the measurement time. Inside a measurement function, the unit sends a beep to indicate the accessory connection and the unit sends a double beep to indicate the disconnection. A small icon on the LCD screen indicates the remote control accessory connection as well as the accessory type ( 1 or 2 ).

  • Page 92: Specific Case For The Sequence (Sxs50 & 500)

    XS series operating manual Type 2 accessory Fig 11.4 Specific case for the sequence (SXS50 & 500) Sometime the Sequence needs the use of 2 remote control accessories. Considering a sequence with multiple ground continuity test followed by a hipot test . Fig 11.5 At the sequence start, the unit inhibits the accessories which not compatible with the measurement function first step.

  • Page 93: 12 Input Output Interfaces

    XS series operating manual 12 Input output Interfaces Input-Output for Programmable Logic Controller Interface (PLC) This option gives a functional control of the measurement unit by a Programmable Logic Controller system. WARNING The PLC interface must be selected in the SETUP menu, line INTERFACE :PLC Electrical specifications INPUTS : ...

  • Page 94: Connections

    XS series operating manual Connections The Input Output signals are available on the unit rear panel on screw terminals C6 and C7. Warning : each screw terminal has a key to avoid wrong connection. Connector C6 IN010V OUT010V GND10V +25V COMIN CTRLIN 10 N3...

  • Page 95: Description Of The Input Output Signals

    XS series operating manual Description of the input output signals COM_IN : electrical common between input signals. COM_OUT : electrical common between output signals. CTRLIN (input) : request for remote control of the measurement unit. TYPE (input) : selection of the measurement function (DXS models only) Logical state HIGH : Megohmmeter.

  • Page 96: Measurement Discharge Cycle

    XS series operating manual Measurement discharge cycle Warning : The PLC function must be selected in the configuration menu (line INTERFACE : PLC). To take the control of the unit, you must be on the initialization screen. If not, you will have the DIALOG ERROR : <2>...

  • Page 97: Information On Cycle Timing

    XS series operating manual Information on cycle timing Minimum cycle timing in dielectric strength test ( hipot test) Measurement conditions : Software revision Measurement display NO (second page of the setup menu) Interface Rise time Fall time Hold time Time AUTO Other parameters independent...
  • Page 98 XS series operating manual Diagram n°2 : Test example test with megohmmeter function on DXS models Memory 5 - Test failed. XS user manual v0.55 - 97 -...
  • Page 99 XS series operating manual Diagram n°3 : Test example with hipot test function on SXS models Memory 3 - Test passed. XS user manual v0.55 - 98 -...
  • Page 100 XS series operating manual PLC SYSTEM XS UNIT Diagram n°4 : PLC connection with external 25VDC power supply. XS user manual v0.55 - 99 -...
  • Page 101 XS series operating manual PLC SYSTEM XS UNIT Diagram n°5 : PLC connection with internal 25VDC power supply. XS user manual v0.55 - 100 -...

  • Page 102: Plc > Rs Interface (Option 115-00)

    XS series operating manual PLC > RS Interface (Option 115-00) NOTE When the option 115-00 is activated, the PLC > RS interface can be selected in the CONFIG menu, <page 2> on line INTERFACE : API>RS = 19k. This option is used to control the unit with the Programmable Logic Controller Interface (PLC) and get the measure results through the RS232C serial cable.
  • Page 103 XS series operating manual  the « L » letter is followed by a number between 1 and 8 , giving the test step number and then by a « space ».  then comes a letter according to the type of the test step : Function French English...

  • Page 104: Volts Analog Input Output (03 Option )

    XS series operating manual 0 -10 Volts analog input output (03 OPTION ) This option allows the unit to deliver a proportional analog voltage to the displayed measurements on the LCD screen (insulation resistance, test voltages, leakage currents) and allows controlling the dielectric strength test high voltage by an analog voltage between 0 and 10 volts.
  • Page 105 XS series operating manual configurations MEGOHMMETER : 1 output for the linear value of the resistance in a range 1 output for the value of the range SW5-4 operate the 0-10V feature MEGOHMMETER 1 output for the logarithmic value of the resistance 1 output not used DIELECTRIC STRENGTH TEST : 1 output for the high voltage value...

  • Page 106: Change Of The Board Setup

    XS series operating manual Change of the board setup IMPORTANT: the change of the board setup must be performed by skill people. How to proceed:  Remove the power cord  Remove the screws securing the dark blue cover  Push the dark blue cover backward to access to the boards (remove the earth wire if necessary) ...

  • Page 107: Megohmmeter Mode, 2 Outputs Setup

    XS series operating manual Megohmmeter mode, 2 outputs setup Refer to section related to the board jumpers setup. This setup is the factory default setup. The pin 2 of the rear panel connector C6 gives the value of the resistance in a range (V1). The pin 1 of the rear connector C6 gives the value of the range (V2).

  • Page 108: Dielectric Strength Test Mode, 2 Outputs Setup

    XS series operating manual Dielectric strength test mode, 2 outputs setup Refer to section related to the board jumpers setup. This setup is the factory default setup. The pin 2 of the rear panel connector gives the value of the measured high voltage (V1) : ...

  • Page 109: Operating Instructions

    XS series operating manual High voltage output response time for an input voltage variation :  with display mode : < 1 second  without display mode : < 0.5 second Operating instructions Use a shielding cable for the analog input and output lines. Connect the shielding to the pin 3 of the C6 connector.

  • Page 110: Ieee-488 Interface

    XS series operating manual IEEE-488 interface IMPORTANT The IEEE-488 function must be selected in the SETUP menu page 2 on the line INTERFACE : IEEE = 05 The test units of the XS series could be equipped with a IEEE-488 interface. This option makes possible the integration of any unit of the series in an automatic measurement or test system in manufacturing or incoming inspection department.

  • Page 111: Commands

    XS series operating manual Commands The command set for the IEEE-488 interface is the same as the RS232. It is described with a lot of details in the next subject RS232 interface. XS user manual v0.55 - 110 -...

  • Page 112: Ethernet Interface

    XS series operating manual ETHERNET Interface The ETHERNET function must be selected in the SETUP menu page 2 on the line INTERFACE : ETHERNET IMPORTANT The test units of the XS series could be equipped with an ETHERNET interface. This option makes possible the integration of any unit of the series in an automatic measurement or test system in manufacturing or incoming inspection department.

  • Page 113: How To Set The Ethernet Interface Card Under Windows Xp

    XS series operating manual 2)Connecting a XS unit to a LAN In this case , you must use a Straight-Through Ethernet Cable Check the network administrator for the parameters of the unit - (IP Address,subnet mask … ) Remarks The recents switchs often are « auto sense » .In this case, you can use any type of ethernet cables. How to set the Ethernet interface card under Windows XP This paragraph is only relevant to the example 1, Procedure...
  • Page 114 XS series operating manual Check : Use the following IP address Set IP address field ( i.e :192.168.0.1) Set the Subnet mask (i.e 255.255.255.0) XS user manual v0.55 - 113 -...

  • Page 115: Configuring The Connexion On The Unit

    XS series operating manual On the the last two forms opened , strike OK.. Configuring the connexion on the unit In the menu CONFIG, sélect ETHERNET on line INTERFACE Fig 12.3 You can see the button ETHER.in the right upper corner of the screen Fig 12.4 press on ETHER.and wait a little time until the unit identifies the connexion .
  • Page 116 XS series operating manual Fig 12.6 Warning Changing a field could take time, until 1 mn. DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) DHCP is a network protocol in charge to give automatically the TCP/IP parameters of a network node. Select to activate this mode. Then, the display shows a new address and subnet mask value.

  • Page 117: Protocol And Communication Port

    XS series operating manual IP address warning To set manually a new IP address , the DHCP mode must be OFF ( DHCP = OFF. ) Select the line ADDRESS IP and validate. Fig 12.8  Select the number to be modified by moving the cursor with the RIGHT/LEFT arrow keys. ...

  • Page 118: List Of The Ethernet Commands

    XS series operating manual The maximum number of commands by message is 15. NOTE :be careful not to put together standardised commands with other ones. When a event like transmission error,end of test, safety loop open, ...,occurs during the measurement , the controller could be informed by a SRQ.

  • Page 119: Error Message(S)

    XS series operating manual Error message(s) The windows displays the message IMPOSSIBLE CONNECTION The unit was not identified, press on ETHER again. An previous communication with the unit is not closed. Switch off the communication and press on ETHER again. Anomaly If you get some problem with the Ethernet link check the cases below : When you send commands to the unit, the unit doesn’t respond.

  • Page 120: Rs232C Interface

    XS series operating manual RS232C interface IMPORTANT The RS232 function must be selected in the SETUP menu page 2 on the line INTERFACE : RS232 The test units of the XS series are equipped with a RS232C interface operating in talker and listener modes.

  • Page 121: Syntax Rules

    XS series operating manual Syntax rules The end of a message must be the LF character (hexadecimal 0A, decimal 10). The separators inside a message are ; or : The commands can be sent either in small letters or in capital letters. The maximum number of characters in the message is 100 or 8 different commands The end of the execution of a complete message by the unit is indicated by the emission of the Xon (hexadecimal 11, decimal 17) character and allows synchronizing the communication with the...

  • Page 122: List Of The Rs232C Commands

    XS series operating manual List of the RS232C commands The syntax of the commands complies with the IEEE488-2 standard (1992 revision). IEEE488-2 numerical formats : Format NR1 : ±<digit>...<digit> Format NR2 : +/-<digit>...<digit>.<digit>...<digit> Format NR3 : ±<digit>...<digit>.<digit>...<digit>E+/-<digit>..<digit> Note : Codes in brackets are expensed codes which can be understood by the unit General commands REM(REMote): Go to remote mode.
  • Page 123 XS series operating manual Common queries *STB? : return in hexadecimal format a <NR1> which is the value of "STB". (i.e. : "#H80") 0 = Interlock opened 1 = Interlock closed 0 = No error 1 = Error (voltage not correct,..) 0 = End of test 1 = Test running 0 = Test fail...
  • Page 124 XS series operating manual *TST? : Allows to check that the unit is correctly working. The message is as follows : #H<NR1> with: result Hipot missing #H01 Megohm missing #H02 Continuity missing #H04 Leakage missing #H08 With X = 0 or 1 NOTE : the *TST? command must be used before selecting a function (from the start display) Device commands MEG(MEGohmmeter) :...
  • Page 125 XS series operating manual OHM (OHMmeter) : Sets the main thresholds unit (Ohm) and the ground continuity display function. Caution : The action on this command will erase all previous recorded thresholds (Reset to zero). VOLT (VOLTmeter) : Sets the main thresholds unit (Volt) and the ground continuity display function. Caution : The action on this command will erase all previous recorded thresholds (Reset to zero).
  • Page 126 XS series operating manual BEEP ON/OFF This command is attached to the configuration function and controls the beep signal when the measurement result is false. It is not possible to stop the beep signal completely. For instance : CONF:DISP OFF DISP(DISPlay) ON/OFF This command is attached to the configuration function and controls the display mode.
  • Page 127 XS series operating manual DET(DETection) OFF / I / FI / I+DELTA / FI+DELTA / DELTA : Hipot function only sets the mode of the breakdown. IDE(IDElta) <NR3> Hipot function : Delta I breakdown detection value adjustment [expert] RDET(RDETection) OFF/ I / I+DELTA / DELTA / FI / FI+DELTA Hipot function: Selection of the breakdown detection mode during the high voltage rise and fall times.
  • Page 128 XS series operating manual Continuity : VOLT 2.830E+00 OHM 3.230E-1 (main unit =VOLT) B) Following characters in sequence mode For instance : L1 C0: 0.15m 0.00V,L2 R0: 1.50KV 0.02mA,L3 M0: 41.7 G,L4 F0:q 0.01mA 223V A2,L5 ..: ,L6 ..: ,L7 ..: ,L8 ..: The syntax rules are the following : ...
  • Page 129 XS series operating manual *TST? CONF RDET IMRA IDRA UDISP IDISP XS user manual v0.55 - 128 -...
  • Page 130 XS series operating manual code Init setup mΩ MΩ Seq. menu BEEP DISP M335 FILT FTIM HLIM CBHLIM HTIM LLIM MEAS MEAS? QUIT RTIM STOP VOLT XS user manual v0.55 - 129 -...

  • Page 131: Advices And Programming Examples

    XS series operating manual Advices and programming examples In order to help you writing control software for the XS series, we provide a training software XSCom. The XSCom software gives you the possibility to fully control all the unit functions in following step by step all the detail exchanges between the PC and the measurement device.

  • Page 132: Trouble Shooting The Rs232 Interface

    XS series operating manual Trouble shooting the RS232 interface When the RS232C interface is not operating as described in this manual, please check the following points: No reaction from the XS unit when sending commands : o The cable between the XS unit and the PC computer must be correctly connected at both ends.

  • Page 133: Application Notes

    XS series operating manual 13 APPLICATION NOTES Why dielectric tests ? The dielectric tests are performed in order :  to detect manufacturing fault on electrical equipment  to verify the quality of the insulating material of an electrical equipment ...

  • Page 134: Environmental Influences

    XS series operating manual Environmental influences Temperature, pressure and humidity conditions have an influence on the dielectric tests results.  TEMPERATURE : The temperature having an influence on the gas density, this one is altering the performances of the liquid or gaseous insulating material. The oils, often used as insulation are never pure, the dissolved quantity of gas increases with the temperature and is decreasing the insulation quality of the oil.

  • Page 135: Precautions To Be Observed

    XS series operating manual Precautions to be observed It is important to connect the specimen to be measured in taking care of the parasite leakages which could be created by the measurement operating procedure. The supplied accessories have a shielding which is connected to a guard potential, this insures a good immunity of the measurement regarding the parasitic leakage currents and the AC residuals.

  • Page 136: Measurements On Cables

    XS series operating manual Measurements on cables The measurement on cables is similar to the measurement on capacitors The measurement configurations on cables are very varied. The measurements have to be performed either between each conductor for multi-wires cables, either between main conductor and shielding for shielded cables, either between the cable and its environment for mono-wire cables.

  • Page 137: Dielectric Strength Tests

    XS series operating manual Dielectric strength tests The dielectric strength test is intended to stress components and sub-assemblies of electrical equipments and to check that the leakage lines either between points or between points and ground are correctly designed according to the used technology. The principle of a dielectric strength test is to apply a voltage (DC or AC) between defined points and after voltage stabilization, to check that the leakage current, created by breakdown phenomena or breakdown discharges (in the air or in the insulating materials), is not greater than the nominal...

  • Page 138: Breakdown Detection Mode Selection

    XS series operating manual Dielectric strength tests with a dc voltage BENEFITS:  The power of the HV source can be lower than the one necessary in AC voltage (less weight and more safety for the operator). The current flows through the specimen only during the charging phase. DISADVANTAGES: ...

  • Page 139: Ground Continuity Measurement

    XS series operating manual Ground continuity measurement On a unit or an electrical device using or generating hazardous voltages, ground continuity measurements insure that all the accessible protective parts are correctly connected to the protective earth connection wire. This measurement is almost a low resistance measurement except that it has to be performed with a high current, mostly in AC .

  • Page 140: Precautions To Be Observed

    XS series operating manual Precautions to be observed The measured resistance values being very low (< 1 ohm), it is necessary to perform the measurement in using the 4 wire method to avoid the measurement lead parasitic resistance (interfaces, adapters , ...) It is necessary to warrant this measurement principle when connecting the measurement unit to the test points.

  • Page 141: Safety Interlock Connector (C5)

    XS series operating manual 14 Safety interlock connector (C5) Safety interlock contact : to be connected to pin 9 Safety interlock contact : to be connected to pin 10 Green lamp Red lamp 25VDC common for green red lamps 0 Volt ground PASS contact FAIL contact Safety interlock contact : to be connected to pin 1...

  • Page 142: 15 Measurement I/O On The Rear Panel

    XS series operating manual 15 Measurement I/O on the rear panel With the options ( RXS et DXS) XS-05-01(SXS), the measurement connections are situated on the rear panel.There are no changes concerning the hipot tests and the insulation measurements. The inputs and outputs of the ground continuity are passed to a female receptacle rapid Jaeger.

  • Page 143: 16 Maintenance And Calibration

    XS series operating manual 16 Maintenance and calibration PRELIMINARY Our warranty (refer to the beginning of this manual) attests the quality of materials and workmanship in our products. If malfunction should be suspected or other information is desired call our technical assistance: (33) 1.64.11.83.48 for FRANCE or contact your local distributor.

  • Page 144: Cleaning

    XS series operating manual CLEANING Only clean the instrument with a mild rag or slightly soaked with water. CALIBRATION We recommend calibrating our units each year. The calibration must be performed by qualified people having the complete procedure as well as correctly checked standards. Our Maintenance department is at your service to perform the annual calibration.

  • Page 145: 17 Annexes

    XS series operating manual 17 Annexes XS user manual v0.55 - 144 -...

  • Page 146: Wires Option For Xs Series And Hipot Function

    XS series operating manual 4 wires option for XS series and hipot function XS108-109 Application 108: 4-wire strength for instruments in the 500VA range 109: 4-wire strength for instruments in the 50VA range Content of the option From the equipment viewpoint, the option is supplied with all its measurement accessories. Two HV leads and a double return lead Accessory set in the XS-108 option CO301-xx...

  • Page 147: Operation Of The Xs 4-Wire Option In Xs Hipot Function

    XS series operating manual Operation of the XS 4-wire option in XS hipot function Reminder: The purpose of this option is to detect the presence of the test piece and not to improve measurement accuracy (like the 4-wires in ground continuity) The principle implemented is based on the use of an additional HV cable and a 2nd GND return cable for voltage re-reading.

  • Page 148: Schematic Diagram Of The Option

    XS series operating manual Schematic diagram of the option : Voltage re-reading HV lead. : High voltage generator HV lead. : Voltage re-reading return lead. : Return lead (GND) from the high voltage generator. Shunt voltage Voltage re-read +24V Customer interface: It is the connection parts of the test piece (DUT) that need to make the connections between points 1 and 2 and points 3 and 4.

  • Page 149: Uses Cases

    XS series operating manual Uses cases Test piece (DUT) correctly connected. Conduction zone A Conduction zone B Reminder: : Voltage re-reading lead. : High voltage generator HV lead. : Voltage re-reading return lead. : Return lead (GND) from the high voltage generator. When the test piece is properly connected, points 1 and 2 are connected together via connection zone A.
  • Page 150 XS series operating manual Absence of the test piece (DUT). If points 1 and 2 are not connected together through the test piece, the voltage generated is not present at the shunt terminals and the voltage re-reading is nil. If points 3 and 4 are not connected together, relay Re1 contacts remain closed and the voltage re-read is nil.

  • Page 151: Hv Sensor Connection Recommendations

    XS series operating manual Situati Disconnection Voltage Test Disconnectio Test piece on no voltage error result (Imax, Fimax, ΔI) FALSE GOOD GOOD FALSE FALSE FALSE FALSE FALSE FALSE Important note The voltage error (or nil voltage) combined with non-disconnection corresponds to a test piece presence fault.
  • Page 152 XS series operating manual dm: minimum air gap DUT not present dm>= 2 mm/kV in dry air Warning It is essential to respect the 2mm per 1000V rule, i.e. 10mm for 5000V for the air gap (dm) between the HV generation and re-reading probes (1 and 2). This is essential for the proper operation of the system.

  • Page 153: Rear View Of The Unit And Accessory Connections

    XS series operating manual In the 2 situations described above, the high voltage is applied to the test piece by probes 2 and 4. As the system is not equipped with a self-test function it is not possible to distinguish clearly between a connection problem and a test piece fault.

  • Page 154: Nominal Dc Currents In The Hipot Function

    XS series operating manual Nominal DC currents in the hipot function This section only concerns the units RXS56/506, DXS56/506, SXS56/506 (units provided with the standard DC option). Definition of the nominal DC current Given a configured test voltage Uc, the nominal DC current is defined as the output current above which the device can no longer regulate its output voltage to Uc ±ΔU (ΔU = 10V when the configured test voltage Uc ≤...

  • Page 155: Xs 500Va Dc Current Curves (Rxs506, Dxs506, Sxs506)

    XS series operating manual XS 500VA DC current curves (RXS506, DXS506, SXS506) Nominal current vs configured test voltage for XS 500VA devices The nominal current In was measured with a multi-meter set on true RMS mode (AC+DC),   which means that being the average value of the nominal current and the RMS value of the AC part of the nominal current).
  • Page 156 Only order confirmations and Electrical Sector EMEA Route de la Longeraie technical documentation by Eaton is binding. Photos and pictures also do not 71110 Morges, Switzerland warrant a specific layout or functionality. Their use in whatever form is subject Eaton.eu...

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