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(remove the AC adaptor from the outlet when used). Continued use under these circumstances may result in an electric shock or fire. Contact Iwatsu office or our sales distributors for repair. Do not attempt to repair this instrument yourself.
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BNC cable or AC adaptor (option) of this instrument. If not, an electric shock, fire, or failure may occur. Do not use any of the cables or AC adaptor if damaged. Contact Iwatsu office or our sales distributors for repair.
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Do not use this instrument when it has failed. Using a failed main unit, cable or AC adaptor may be a cause of an electric shock or fire. In the event of a failure, contact Iwatsu office or our sales distributors for repair.
Read the following safety information. (continued) Cautions Hold the plug when removing the AC adaptor (option) from the outlet. Pulling on the AC adaptor cable will damage the cable. This may be a cause of an electric shock, fire, or failure. ...
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In addition, wipe off with a dry cloth when water droplets are attached. If not, an electric shock or failure may occur. We recommend that you contact Iwatsu office or our sales distributors for periodic inspection and calibration about once a year.
Checking packed materials When receiving this instrument, check the packed materials while referring to the following “Components.” If there is a missing item or an item damaged during transportation, immediately contact Iwatsu office or our sales distributors. Components Main unit ......
Repair and sending instrument to be repaired If a failure occurs, send the instrument to Iwatsu office or our sales distributors. When sending an instrument to be repaired, clearly write the instrument...
Chapter 1 Overview Chapter 1 Overview 1.1 Instrument Overview This instrument is a current probe that uses the Rogowski Coil as a sensor. The electric current of the place etc. where the terminal and the electric circuit of the semiconductor device are complicated can be measured by using this instrument.
Chapter 1 Overview 1.2 Features The following describes the features of this instrument. Target of measurement • Semiconductor switch waveforms • Transient current and pulsed current etc. of electrical instrument Compact measurement The Rogowski Coil that detects the electric current thinly has the following advantages for the removable type (In the length of the coil, it is 80mm, and the diameter in the coil section is 1.7mm or less).
Chapter 1 Overview 1.3 Usage Example To measure current using this current probe, place a conductor to be measured through the coil loop, and detect a change in magnetic flux caused by the current flowing through the conductor with the Rogowski Coil as an electromotive force, as shown in the following usage example (conceptual illustration).
There is a label placed on the back of the main unit. The label describes the following: • TYPE: One of the seven models, SS-281A/282A/283A/284A/285A SS-286A/287A • Peak Current: One of the current values that the above model handles, 30A, 60A, 120A, 300A, 600A, 1200A, 3000A •...
Chapter 2 Names and Functions of Parts 2.3 Rogowski Coil Sensor Part ② ④ ① Current direction mark ③ Name Description Rogowski Coil A coil for detecting the current in conductors to be measured. Forms a closed loop during measurement. Covered with an insulating outer sheath for heat resistance and insulation.
Chapter 3 Measurement Principle Chapter 3 Measurement Principle This instrument is designed to measure the current (current waveform) in conductors to be measured. It consists of the Rogowski Coil Sensor part and the main unit (integrator). Sections 3.1 and 3.2 in this chapter describe measurement principles and functions of each part and are concluded with an explanation of a process of measuring the current (current waveform).
Chapter 3 Measurement Principle 3.1 Rogowski Coil Sensor Part Figure 3.1 shows that the current I flows through the conductor to be measured. This section describes the principle of detecting this current by the Rogowski Coil step by step. Signal that is Output voltage (V) differential of input (Current waveform)
Chapter 3 Measurement Principle 3.2 Main Unit As illustrated in Figure 3.2, the electromotive force e induced in Section 3.1 is brought in the input part of the main unit through the sensor cable. Observation with an oscilloscope (not included) Main unit (in the dotted area) and other monitoring devices...
Chapter 4 Measurement Chapter 4 Measurement 4.1 Preparation for Measurement (1) Have this instrument, a monitoring device, and a target to be measured ready. * A monitoring device means an oscilloscope, DVM, recorder, and other devices. (2) Place four AA dry batteries in the main unit, or connect the AC adaptor (option) to this instrument.
Chapter 4 Measurement 4.2 Measurement Procedure (1) Make sure that all preparations described in the previous section are completed. (2) Set up a target to be measured so that it can be used. Do not energize the target to be measured even when it is ready to be used.
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Chapter 4 Measurement The current detection polarity is shown as in the following figure. Positive polarity is output by current flowing in the direction indicated by the current direction mark shown on the joint box. Current to be measured Figure 4.2 Current Detection Polarity (4) Turn on this instrument (this instrument is turned on by turning the slide switch shown in the following figure to the I side and off by moving the switch to the O side).
Chapter 4 Measurement 4.3 Before Measurement This section describes notes on accuracy and the handling of the Rogowski Coil Sensor part when measuring the current using this instrument. 4.3.1 To Achieve Accurate Measurement As explained in Chapter 3 “Measurement Principle,” the Rogowski Coil is a wire rod wound tight around a tube-like wick material, as illustrated in Figure 3.1.
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Chapter 4 Measurement 4.3.2 To Minimize Influence of Fluctuations in Voltage If there is a part whose voltage fluctuates around the Rogowski Coil Sensor part, electrostatic coupling between the part and the Rogowski Coil will occur. This may influence the output from this instrument. If possible, place the Rogowski Coil Sensor part away from the part whose voltage fluctuates.
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We recommend that you replace a deformed coil or a coil with its surface damaged, in order to maintain safety and accurate measurement. Contact Iwatsu office or our sales distributors for replacement.
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Chapter 5 Specifications BNC cable (1), screw driver (1), AA dry battery (4), Accessories Instruction Manual (1), and hard case (1) Environmental characteristics Operating 0 ℃ to 40 ℃, below the moisture temperature and amount of 80 %RH humidity range Storage -10 ℃...