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PARTNER LARGEST RANGE OF IMPULSE TESTERS UP TO 100KV/100KA User Manual Version 3.26 Technical Data 4.8 DOW3000 • CDN-DOW-DATA-LF • CN-EFT1000 • CDN-DOW-DATA-HF • VERI-CP-EFT • CDN-DOW-DATA-HF • VERI1K EFT • ADAPTER BOX RJ45-8L • VERI01 OSI • MF1000-1 • VERI50 EFT...
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Phone +41 61 775 20 30 Fax +41 61 775 20 59 service@emc-partner.ch Your Local Representative Check www.emc-partner.ch to find your local representative Typographical Conventions Warnings Safety notices that must be heeded are indicated with this warning triangle. Additional Advice Throughout the user manual very important or helpful advice is indicated with this symbol.
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PARTNER Safety Instructions This warning sign is visible on the tester. Meaning: This equipment should only be operated by trained personnel after carefully reading the user manual. The system belongs to safety class 1. The system fulfils the requirements of the safety standards IEC 61010 for laboratory measurement equip- ment "Safety requirements for electrical measuring, control and laboratory equipment".
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PARTNER Sicherheitshinweise Gefahr! Dieses Warnsysmbol ist am Tester sichtbar angebracht. Es bedeutet: Diese Ausrüstung darf nur durch ausgebildetes Personal bedient werden, nachdem diese die Bedienungsanleitung sorgfältig gelesen hat. Das Gerät gehört der Schutzklasse I an. Das Gerät erfüllt die Anforderungen der Sicherheitsnormen IEC 61010 für Messungen in Laboratorien “Sicherheitsanforderungen an elektrische Mess- und Regelgeräte sowie Laborausrüstung”.
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PARTNER Consignes de sécurité Ce sigle d’avertissement est visible sur le testeur. Signification: Cet équipement ne doit être utilisé que par du personnel formé et après avoir soigneusement lu le mode d’emploi. Le système appartient à la classe de sécurité 1 Le système répond aux exigences des normes de sécurité...
Not all accessories are used for all tests. The chapter “Perform a test” provides more informa- tion. 1.1 DOW3000 The DOW3000 generator is a compact system with all wave- forms for IEC 61000-4-18, IEC 61000-4-10 and several prod- uct standards. The Generator with an integrated 3-phase coupling and decoupling network is available in different ver-...
PARTNER 1 System Overview 1.3 CDN-DOW-DATA-HF (PN 108321) The CDN-DOW-DATA-HF is a compact coupling-decoupling network specifically designed to couple Slow DOW signals on 2-pair or 4-pair symmetrical high-speed communication lines. Both 1 MHz and 100 kHz signals can be coupled in common mode via 0.5 uF capacitors, according to IEC 60255-26.
PARTNER 1 System Overview 1.6 MF1000-1 (PN 103480) and MF1000-2 (PN 103481) Test coil for Slow DOW magnetic field test according IEC 61000-4-10. The MF1000-2 has more than twice the height of MF1000-1 for larger EUTs. 1.7 CN-EFT1000 (PN 103468) The clamp provides the ability of coupling the damped os- cillatory waves to the circuit under test without any galvanic connection to the terminals of the EUT’s ports, shielding of...
PARTNER 1 System Overview 1.11 VERI50 EFT (PN 103472) 50 Ohm termination with SHV-BNC connector for the Fast DOW calibration together with a capacitive coupling clamp. Page 11/55...
PARTNER 2 Initial Operation 2 Initial Operation 2.1 Unpacking and Checking 1. Check the packaging for signs of damage. If damage is visible, report this to the shipping company immediately. 2. Gently remove the equipment from the packaging. 3. Check the delivery for completeness using the delivery note and the accessory lists for the var- ious items.
PARTNER 3 Using the Generator 3 Using the Generator 3.1 Front Panel 1 ON/STBY Power-up or power-down the generator. 2 Touchscreen Monitor User interface to perform all functions including test types selection, parameter entry, saving and recalling tests. 3 Rotary Knob Entry device enables faster navigation and parameter entry.
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8 Measurement Output BNC output for a direct connection to an oscilloscope to monitor the impulse of selected waveshape. In DOW3000, only CH1 is used for the 1.2/50 us insulation waveshape voltage measurement. See the technical data for more information.
PARTNER 3 Using the Generator 3.2 Rear Panel 1 AC Socket / Mains Fuse A country specific mains cable is delivered with the equipment, this should be used to connect to the mains power supply. A mains fuse is located in the socket housing. The value is indicated on the equipment type plate.
PARTNER 3 Using the Generator • The green lamp indicates safety circuit open, no test can be started • The red lamp indicates safety circuit closed, tests can be started 3 RS485 Interfaces Interfaces to connect additional equipment that is controlled directly from the test equipment. 4 Ethernet Interface Remote control using TEMA3000 software via a common ethernet interface.
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PARTNER 3 Using the Generator Not all tests are available all the time. Availability depends on the hardware configuration. To simplify the menu structure, tests that are unavailable can be removed from the carousel. (General Menu) –> Settings –> Test Settings 2 Home button Select from any point in the menu structure to return to the main window.
PARTNER 4 Perform a Test 4 Perform a Test 4.1 Programming the Generator The same process is used to program the generator for different tests. In the first step, the parameters should be set according to the requirements of the test. 1 Main Category For quick access, categories at the bottom of the display contain groups of relevant parameters.
PARTNER 4 Perform a Test 4.2 Run a Test Starting a test by pressing the run button on the front panel, changes the display to the run view. 1 Information Area Indicates the most important information about a running test. 2 Progress Bar Indicates progress of the whole test and, if available, about the current cycle.
PARTNER 4 Perform a Test 4.3 Slow and Fast DOW Test on EUT Power Ports 1 Generator Select the desired waveform and frequency and CDN as coupling device. The same connection setup can be used for Slow DOW and Fast DOW. For Fast DOW, a reference ground plane must be used.
A missing coupling device in the parameter list can be added in the generator main menu. 2 Antenna The DOW3000 can be used either with the MF1000-1 or MF1000-2. Connect the antenna with a 2m MC-cable to the direct output of the generator.
PARTNER 4 Perform a Test 4.5 Slow DOW Test on Unshielded and Unsymmetrical Interconnection Lines 1 Generator Select the Slow DOW test and the CDN-DOW-DATA-LF as coupling device with the desired cou- pling type. A missing coupling device in the parameter list can be added in the generator main menu. 2 CDN-DOW-DATA-LF Connect the CDN with three 0.5 m MC-cables to the generator.
PARTNER 4 Perform a Test Common Mode Coupling of a single line to High and Low to PE. Coupling of multiple lines to PE is possible too. See the technical data for details. 4 EUT Connect the EUT to the output of the CDN. 5 Auxiliary Equipment Connect the auxiliary equipment (AE) to the input of the CDN.
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PARTNER 4 Perform a Test 2 CDN-DOW-DATA-HF Connect the CDN with three 0.5 m MC-cables to the generator. Two twisted cables for High and Low should be connected to the Slow DOW direct output; the third cable should be connected to the PE CDN output.
PARTNER 4 Perform a Test 4.6.2 Coupling using CDN-DOW-DATA-HF18 according to IEC 61000-4-18 1 Generator Select the Slow DOW test and the CDN-DOW-DATA-HF18 as coupling device with the desired coupling type. A missing coupling device in the parameter list can be added in the generator main menu. 2 CDN-DOW-DATA-HF18 Connect the CDN with three 0.5 m MC-cables to the generator.
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PARTNER 4 Perform a Test You can select to couple either on 4 lines (2 pairs) or on 8 lines (4 pairs). Coupling on 4 lines can be selected by placing the MC-bridge L4, as well as the four MC-bridges J41-J44. Coupling on 8 lines can be selected by placing the MC-bridge L8, as well as the eight MC-bridges J81-J88.
PARTNER 4 Perform a Test 4.7 Fast DOW capacitive couplig clamp 1 Generator All the equipment including generator and EUT must be placed on a ground reference plane. The generator earth bar on the frontpanel must be connected with the ground reference plane. Select the Fast DOW test and the CN-EFT1000 as coupling device.
PARTNER 4 Perform a Test 4.8 Insulation 1.2/50 1 Generator Select the Insulation test. The correct output of the generator will be illuminated. 2 EUT The EUT must be unpowered during the insulation test. Otherwise the Generator can be damaged. 3 Measurement Equipment During the test, the voltage and current can be monitored with a current and voltage probe.
PARTNER 4 Perform a Test 4.9.1 Slow DOW 1 Generator The calibration is carried out at the direct output of the generator. For a system calibration including the internal mains CDN or an external data line CDN, the calibration is carried out at the output of the CDN.
PARTNER 4 Perform a Test 4.9.2 Fast DOW 1 Generator The calibration is carried out at the direct output of the generator. For a system calibration including the internal mains CDN, the calibration is carried out at the output of the CDN. For the calibration, an open and a short circuit measurement is required.
PARTNER 4 Perform a Test 4.9.3 Fast DOW with CN-EFT1000 1 Generator Select the Fast DOW test and the CN-EFT1000 as coupling device. 2 CN-EFT1000 Connect the CN-EFT1000 with the Fast DOW direct output on the generator using a 2 m HV-BNC cable.
PARTNER 4 Perform a Test 4.9.4 Slow DOW Magnetic Field 1 Generator Select the Slow DOW test and the correct antenna as coupling device. The picture shows the setup with MF1000-1, the setup for MF1000-2 is similar. 2 Antenna Connect the MF1000-1 or MF1000-2 with the Slow DOW direct output on the generator using a 2 m twisted MC-cable.
PARTNER 4 Perform a Test 4.9.5 Insulation 1 Generator The calibration is carried out at the direct output of the generator. For the calibration, an open and a short circuit measurement is required. 2 Measurement Equipment For calibration, an open and a short circuit measurement is required. •...
PARTNER 5 Additional Software Features 5 Additional Software Features 5.1 Protocols Select (General Menu) –> Protocols A protocol containing test parameters and results can be saved in the equipment. Additional information about the EUT and environment conditions can be added. 1 Last Protocol Shows a preview of the latest protocol, even if “Create Protocol”...
PARTNER 5 Additional Software Features The EMCP Library is read only. It is possible to copy a test from the library to the user space and edit the copy. 5.2.1 Store setup 1 Create New Setup Configure a test setup in a new window. The current test in the generator will not be changed. 2 Save Current Setup The currently configured test will be saved.
PARTNER 5 Additional Software Features 2 Edit the Setup Click on a setup to edit, modify or delete from the list. Setups are stored as a copy in the setup linker. Any change to parameters does not affect the source file in the library. 3 Change Order Use the up and down arrows to move a setup position in the sequence.
PARTNER 6 Configuration 6 Configuration 6.1 Settings Select (General Menu) –> Settings 1 Audio Volume and type of the different audio messages 2 Localisation Set equipment time and date and the required format. This information will be included in the test report and file data.
PARTNER 6 Configuration Risk of network errors Connection errors can affect the entire network. If the network does not support DHCP, or dynamic TCP/IP configuration is disabled, assign a valid address information before connecting the equipment to the LAN. Contact the local network administrator to obtain a valid IP address.
• Easy to use test library with hundreds of tests • Seamless integration of your DSO Get in touch with your local representative or directly with EMC PARTNER for more information about TEMA3000. Go to www.emc-partner.com for a free software demo version. Page 39/55...
Update via USB You can also download the newest version from www.emc-partner.com. Store the update file on a USB-Stick and transfer into the equipment via the USB port on the front panel. The update process starts automatically.
• Select (General Menu) –> Generator • In the tab Help select Copy to USB The information is transferred to the root folder of the USB. Send file by e-mail to service@emc-partner.ch 8.6 Recycling / Disposal RoHS directive 2011/65/EU The system complies with the directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS - Restriction of certain Hazardous Substances).
PARTNER 9 Technical Data 9 Technical Data 9.1 DOW3000 9.1.1 DOW Slow Standard IEC 61000-4-18:2019 ANSI C37.90 IEC 61000-4-12:1995 ENC50470-1 Open Circuit Frequency 100 kHz 10 % 1 MHz 10 % Level Direct Output 100 kHz 200 V - 5000 V...
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PARTNER 9 Technical Data Trigger Mode automatic manual external Coupling Device Direct Output Internal CDN The direct output must not be connected to powered pins. When a test on powered pins is necessary, proper coupling elements, e.g. 0.5 uF coupling capacitors, need to be used. Alternatively CDN outputs can be used since those are fit with coupling capacitors.
PARTNER 9 Technical Data 9.1.2 DOW Fast Standard IEC 61000-4-18:2019 Open Circuit direct and CDN output Level selectable 400 V - 4400 V calibrated 500 V - 4000 V 10 % Frequency 3 MHz 10 % 10 MHz 10 % 30 MHz 10 % Rise time...
PARTNER 9 Technical Data Coupling Device Direct Output Internal CDN CN-EFT1000 9.1.3 Internal CDN AC-Mode 50/60 Hz Voltage Line to Line max. 690 V AC Line to N max. 400 V AC Line to PE max. 400 V AC Current max.
PARTNER 9 Technical Data 9.1.4 DOW Slow Magnetic Field Standard IEC 61000-4-10:2016 Frequency 100 kHz 10 % 1 MHz 10 % Test Time 1 s to 65535 s Burst Repetition 100 ms to 200 s 10 % Burst Duration 1 ms to 20 s 10 % Pulse Spacing 100 kHz...
PARTNER 9 Technical Data 9.1.6 DOW3000 Main Generator Input Power Voltage 100 V - 240 V 10 % Frequency 50 Hz - 60 Hz Current max. 4 A Consumption Switched off 0 VA Standby <15 VA Test running max. 400 VA Dimensions 60 cm x 45 cm x 37 cm / 19"...
PARTNER 9 Technical Data 9.2 MF1000-1 Standard IEC 61000-4-8 IEC 61000-4-9 IEC 61000-4-10 Coil Size 1 m x 1 m Coil Factor 0.87 AC Magnetic field Range 1 0.8 A/m - 5.0 A/m continuous Range 2 5.0 A/m - 40 A/m continuous Range 3 40 A/m - 160 A/m...
PARTNER 9 Technical Data 9.4 CDN-DOW-DATA-LF Frequency 100 KHz 10 % 1 MHz 10 % Number of data lines up to 8 Coupling Differential Mode Differential on one pair Common Mode 1 Single Line to all other Lines (floating) Common Mode 2 Single Line to all other Lines (grounded over 0.5 µF) Common Mode Single Line to PE...
PARTNER 9 Technical Data 9.5 CDN-DOW-DATA-HF Standard IEC 61000-4-18:2019 IEC 60255-26:2013 Frequency 100 KHz 10 % 1 MHz 10 % Number of data lines 4 lines / 2 pairs (10/100 MBit/s) 8 lines / 4 pairs (1 GBit/s) Coupling Common Mode 1 One pair to all other pairs (floating) Common Mode 2 One pair to all other pairs (grounded over 0.5 µF)
PARTNER 9 Technical Data 9.6 CDN-DOW-DATA-HF18 Standard IEC 61000-4-18:2019 Frequency 100 KHz 10 % 1 MHz 10 % Number of data lines 4 lines / 2 pairs (10/100 MBit/s) 8 lines / 4 pairs (1 GBit/s) Coupling Common Mode All pairs to PE Coupling capacitor 0.5 µF per line Open Circuit...
PARTNER 9 Technical Data 9.7 ADAPTER BOX RJ45-8L max. DOW Level 1500 V Dimension 22 cm x 7 cm x 3 cm Weigth 0.2 kg 9.8 VERI1K EFT Impedance 1000 Ω 2 % DC Ratio 50 ΩDSO Input 1:2000 1 MΩDSO Input 1:1000 Tolerance of Insertion Loss up to 100MHz...
PARTNER 9 Technical Data 9.10 VERI50 EFT Impedance 50 Ω 2 % Ratio 50 ΩDSO Input 1:1000 1 MΩDSO Input 1:500 Tolerance of Insertion Loss up to 100MHz 0.5 dB up to 400MHz 3 dB Max. Level 7100 V EFT- or DOW-Impulse Max.
PARTNER 9 Technical Data 9.12 VERI-CP-EFT Standard IEC 61000-4-4 IEC 61000-4-18:2019 Dimension of the metallic part Width 120 mm 1 mm Length 1050 mm 1 mm Overall Dimension 113 cm x 7 cm x 5 cm Insulation EFT 5 ns / 50 ns 7.1 kV DOW 3 MHz / 10 MHz / 30 MHz 4.4 kV...
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