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GENERAL DESCRIPTION
2.1
The ReFlex Power™ system is comprised of modular power and controller
assets housed in a backplane-based Mainframe. It provides a universal power
platform comprising a wide range of AC/DC source and load assets that are
integrated with a common controls and interface framework. The system is based
on a modular architecture that maximizes flexibility and minimizes logistical
footprint, allowing quick reconfiguration and adaptability to changing ATE
functionality or upgrade requirements.
A wide variety of modules are available, encompassing AC and DC sources,
active loads, and controllers. To maximize the throughput power of the
Mainframe, each module integrates all of the power processing stages, from its
AC/DC input to its output, within its enclosure. Multiple Mainframes could be
combined into an extended system, all controlled by a single Controller module,
and using common communications and software programming. The system is
compatible with PC-computer-based host controllers, and supports Ethernet
instrumentation communications interface.
FEATURES
2.2
The ReFlex Power™ Mainframe comprises a backplane, AC/DC input filtering
and power distribution, and a mechanical supporting structure. The backplane
provides power and controls interface for up to twelve single-width plug-in
modules. The width of a module is a function of its output power: single-width,
double-width, and triple-width modules are available. The modules slide on
guides integral to the chassis of the Mainframe, and mate with connectors on the
backplane. Each module is secured to the Mainframe with captive hardware on
their front panels.
The various modules could be located in any Mainframe slot, and could be
quickly interchanged, to produce systems that are highly reconfigurable and
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