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Model M3628ACF Automatic Capacitor Former Customer Reference Manual ● ● Web: www.bonitron.com Tel: 615-244-2825 Email: info@bonitron.com...
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Bonitron has seen thousands of products engineered since 1962 and welcomes custom applications. With engineering, production, and testing all in the same facility, Bonitron is able to ensure its products are of the utmost quality and ready to be applied to your application.
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RIVE PTIONS In 1975, Bonitron began working with AC inverter drive specialists at synthetic fiber plants to develop speed control systems that could be interfaced with their plant process computers. Ever since, Bonitron has developed AC drive options that solve application issues associated with modern AC variable frequency drives and aid in reducing drive faults.
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URPOSE AND COPE This manual is a user’s guide for the model M3628ACF. It will provide the user with the necessary information to successfully connect and operate the M3628ACF. In the event of any conflict between this document and any publication and/or documentation related to any associated hardware (capacitor bank, etc.), the latter...
M3628ACF 1.4. YMBOL ONVENTIONS SED IN THIS ANUAL AND ON QUIPMENT Earth Ground or Protective Earth AC Voltage DC Voltage DANGER: Electrical hazard - Identifies a statement that indicates a shock or electrocution hazard that must be avoided. DANGER! DANGER: Identifies information about practices or circumstances that can lead to personal injury or death, property damage, or economic loss.
Capacitors stored for long periods of time also display chemistry changes, which may cause them to fail if full voltage is suddenly applied. The Bonitron M3628ACF is a portable, digitally controlled DC power supply with a variable output voltage and current limiting. The digital display indicates the current status and charging profile as well as the calculated capacitance.
U R R E N T P U T O L T A G E ODEL UMBER The base model number for all Automatic Capacitor Formers is M3628ACF. UTPUT OLTAGE ATING The max output Voltage rating indicates the maximum DC output voltage the unit can supply.
User’s Manual 2.3. ENERAL PECIFICATIONS Table 2-3: General Specifications Table ARAMETER PECIFICATION 110-120 VAC 1Ø Input Voltage 220-240 VAC 1Ø Output Voltage 0-1000VDC Output Current 0-1ADC Maximum Load Capacitance 300,000uF Maximum Discharging Time 20 minutes Controls Six display soft keys Display Four line, eighty character LCD (4x20) Unit Size (H x W x D)
M3628ACF 2.4. ENERAL RECAUTIONS AND AFETY ARNINGS • T HIS UNIT PRODUCES VOLTAGES CAPABLE OF CAUSING INJURY OR DEATH • F OR USE BY QUALIFIED AND TRAINED PERSONNEL ONLY • IMPROPER OPERATION PRODUCT IGNORING THESE WARNINGS RESULT SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR DEATH! •...
NSTRUCTIONS 3.1. NVIRONMENT While closed, the M3628ACF is water, dust, and crush resistant. When open and in operation, the unit should be used only in dry, clean areas. Ensure that the interior of the unit casing is kept dry. 3.2.
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UNCTIONAL ESCRIPTION The M3628ACF is a digitally controlled DC supply capable of sourcing between 100 mA and 1A, at voltages between 0 and 1000 volts. Actual available charge current depends on load voltage. The unit is powered by standard 50-60 Hz 110-120 VAC or 220-240 VAC.
AC P 4.2.1.1. OWER NPUT ONNECTOR The M3628ACF is equipped with a standard IEC C14 connector for input power. This connector mates with a standard C13 cable, commonly used with desktop computers, to provide power to the unit. DC O 4.2.1.2.
When the final voltage is reached, the load is held at that voltage for a specified number of seconds before discharging. Voltage setpoints may vary by up to ±10V. See Figure 4-2. Figure 4-1: M3628ACF Charging Profile...
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M3628ACF Figure 4-2: M3628ACF Interface Screen Tree STEP VOLTAGE FINAL VOLTAGE CURRENT SET FINAL HOLD TIME SET STEP HOLD TIME SET STEP VOLTAGE SET FINAL VOLTAGE SET CHARGE CURRENT PROFILE CHARGE SET STEP HOLD TIME MENU SET FINAL HOLD TIME...
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User’s Manual 4.2.2.1.1.1. INAL OLTAGE From this screen the user may set the final voltage they wish to charge the load to. The right and left buttons control which digit is presently being edited, and the up and down buttons increment or decrement that digit.
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M3628ACF 4.2.2.1.2. HARGE The user may set the charge voltage and current, and initiate charging from here. 4.2.2.1.2.1. OLTAGE From this screen the user may set the voltage they wish to charge the load to. The right and left buttons control which digit is presently being edited, and the up and down buttons increment or decrement that digit.
If a problem persists after following the steps below, contact the product supplier or your system integrator for assistance. Repairs or modifications to this equipment are to be performed by Bonitron approved personnel only. Any repair or modification to this equipment by personnel not approved by Bonitron will void any warranty remaining on this unit.
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A short description is below. Ensure the capacitor bank is fully discharged. Apply power to the M3628ACF. Attach the output leads to the capacitor bank directly. If you are forming the capacitors in a drive, ensure that you are directly across the DC bus, not attached through the braking circuit.
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M3628ACF the designation of the capacitor being tested. Multiple tests may be performed if desired, to ensure repeatability. If the procedure is completed successfully, the capacitor bank or equipment can be returned to storage or put into use, as appropriate.
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