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MODEL L: 231 HC Bi ipolar Curre ent Am mplifier WARNING The output f from the Model 231HC is pot tentially lethal. Do not operate witho out protective cov vers and an insp pection by an au uthorized person. ROPRIETARY...
16912-0000-0, Rev. A 7 PHOTOGRAPHS Section 7 231HC System in Bench Height Rack 8 231HC with GMW ELECTROMAGNETS Section 8 8.1 - Table - GMW Electromagnets and appropriate DC Power Supplies 8.2 - Performance Data 8.3 - Current and field noise measurements...
The output from the model 231HC is potentially lethal. It is capable of delivering high voltages at high current. Do not remove protective covers or leave cable terminations exposed. Do not operate the amplifier if terminals or cables are damaged.
Section 2 SPECIFICATIONS Table 1. Model 231HC Bipolar Current Amplifier Specifications --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Electrical 50V minimum to 160V maximum Power Input (From DC Supply) Up to 1,000W required by the power amplifier Sorensen SGA 160/31 160V, 31A, 4,960W Recommended DC Power Supplies...
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Overall Dimensions 482mm (19”) wide x 354mm (14”) high x 614mm (24.2”) deep Weight 47 kg (100 lbs) 231HC Amplifier & SGA Power Supply in Optima Rack Overall Dimensions 560.5 (22”) wide x 1,058 (41.6”) high x 823 (32.4”) deep...
Caution: The 231HC Amplifier’s mass is approximately 47 kg (100 lbs). In many cases, the Amplifier will be pre-installed by GMW into a 19” EIA equipment rack. If it is not, care should be taken during rack mounting to avoid personal injury or damage to the equipment.
3.3 - Electrical Connections Even if the Amplifier was ordered as a complete system and assembled into a rack by GMW, it is still recommended to follow and verify the following section as connections may have loosened during shipment. Refer to drawing 13907-0003-0, Rev. C for a detailed connection diagram.
The DC Supply provides the 160V, 31A (or 160V, 63A) dc power to the 231HC Amplifier and is buffered by the 231HC’s internal 200mF capacitor bank. The capacitor bank provides current for short duration overloads of the DC Supply.
Over Temperature - Indicates the 231HC is disabled due to an over temperature condition Output Enabled - Illuminates when the 231HC output is enabled Module Fault - Indicates the 231HC is disabled due to a fault in the amplifier’s MOSFET power output module 10. Voltage Monitor Output - ±1V / 20V, 1% 11.
4.1.2 - Rear Panel AC Mains Input (Auxiliary Power Supply) - Either 115Vac, 2A or 220Vac, 1A Power Switch - Enables the auxiliary power supply Fuse Holder / Voltage Selector Power Input ‘+’ - DC power supply input POSITIVE connection Power Input ‘-‘...
Once the 231HC system is connected it is time to perform initial system operational checks. Start by switching on the auxiliary power supply in the 231HC. The switch is in the power entry module at the rear of the unit.
231HC Bipolar Amplifier. If GMW’s Magnet Control software is not used, it is still possible to computer control the 231HC Bipolar Amplifier by writing custom software to communicate with the USB-6251. The table below describes the channels used and their functions.
Section 5 MAINTENANCE The 231HC Bipolar Amplifier should operate for many years without any trouble provided that the following basic maintenance points are observed. Always remember that the ac power should be disconnected before performing any maintenance procedure. The 231HC generates lethal voltages and must not be operated with damaged components, protective covers or cable insulation.
NOT BE REPRODUCED OR DISCLOSED TO OTHERS OR USED IN ANY OTHER WAY, IN WHOLE OR IN PART Add Power Requirements Block 20 Dec, 06 Michael E. Duffy EXCEPT AS AUTHORIZED IN WRITING BY GMW INC. Update Service Panel 22 May, 08 Michael E. Duffy 354 [14"] 482 [19"]...
Section 8 231HC with GMW ELECTROMAGNETS 8.1 Table - GMW Electromagnets and appropriate DC Power Supplies for use with the 231HC GMW Electromagnet Peak DC Power Xantrex - Sorenson Power Supply 5403, 5403EG, 5403FC, 5403AC 70A, 33V, 2,500W SGA 160/31, 160V, 31A, 4,960W...
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Engr: Y.Qin Serial Number: 246 Date: 12/14/2006 Field Sencor: Senis YM12-3-2-2T Pole Gap: 30mm Power supply: 231HC, Bipolar Pole Face:38mm Note 1: 50Hz low pass software filter on field reading Note 2: Field mode (closed loop control) Note 3: Field measured at the center of gap.
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Engr: Y.Qin Serial Number: 246 Date: 12/14/2006 Field Sencor: Senis YM12-3-2-2T Pole Gap: 30mm Power supply: 231HC, Bipolar Pole Face:38mm Note 1: 50Hz low pass software filter on field reading Note 2: Field mode (closed loop control) Note 3: Field measured at the center of gap.
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Engr: Y. Qin 12/20/2006 Serial No: Date: Note: 50A, 0.5Hz, square wave Note: Current reading: 231P current readback+NI USB-6251 Field reading: Senis YM12-3-2-2T+NI USB-6251 Power supply: 231HC Pole Gap: 30mm 38mm Pole Face: Position: X=0, Y=0, Z=0 1000 2000 3000...
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GMW ASSOCIATES Electromagnet: Typical Waveform Model: 5403AC Engr: Y.Q. Serial No: Date: 1/26/2007 Pole Face: 10mm Page: 1 of 1 Pole gap: 10mm Power Supply: 231HC PS SN: 2606FD05 Position: X=Y=Z=0mm Current: 60A peak to peak Waveform: 1Hz, square Time(second)
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3472-70 Engr: Y. Qin 12/18/2006 Serial No: Date: Note: 70A, 0.5Hz, square wave Note: Current reading: 231P current readback+DAQpad6015 Field reading: Senis YM12-3-5-5T+DAQPad6015 Power supply: 231HC Pole Gap: 50mm 100mm Pole Face: Position: X=0, Y=0, Z=0 1000 2000 3000 4000...
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GMW Associates Electromagnet waveform 3473-70 Y. Qin Model: Engr: Serial No: Date: 10/19/2006 60A, 0.2Hz, square wave Note: Note: Current reading: 231P current readback+DAQpad6015 Field reading: Senis YM12-3-5-5T+DAQPad6015 Power supply: 231HC 10mm Pole Gap: Pole Face: 75mm X=0, Y=0, Z=0...
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Time DF 860R 60.20 60.15 60.10 60.05 60.00 59.95 59.90 10:00:00 10:30:00 11:00:00 11:30:00 12:00:00 Time Output V 48.00 47.50 47.00 46.50 46.00 45.50 45.00 44.50 10:00:00 10:30:00 11:00:00 11:30:00 12:00:00 Time 231HC 1 hour stability int Ip unit 2.xls...
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Time DF 860R 60.15 60.10 60.05 60.00 59.95 59.90 59.85 59.80 59.75 13:00:00. 13:30:00. 14:00:00. 14:30:00. 15:00:00. Time Output V 47.60 47.40 47.20 47.00 46.80 46.60 13:00:00. 13:30:00. 14:00:00. 14:30:00. 15:00:00. Time 231HC 1 hour stability ext Ip unit 2.xls...