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- Page 1 Alpha APX3/APX3-G Series ® Non-standby Power Supply Installation and Operation Manual Effective: October 2023...
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Page 2: Safety Notes
Safety Notes Review the drawings and illustrations contained in this document before proceeding. If there are any questions regarding the safe installation or operation of the system, contact Alpha Technologies Services, Inc. or the nearest Alpha product ® sales representative. Save this document for future reference. To reduce the risk of injury or death and to ensure the continued safe operation of this product, the following symbols have been placed throughout this manual. - Page 3 Remarques sur la sécurité et la conformité Hinweise zur Einhaltung der Sicherheit Passez en revue les dessins et les illustrations contenus dans le présent Sehen Sie sich die Zeichnungen und Abbildungen in diesem Dokument an, manual avant de procéder. Pour toute question concernant l’installation bevor Sie fortfahren.
- Page 4 Installation and Operation Manual 016-564-B0-001, Rev B Effective Date: October 2023 © 2023 by Alpha Technologies Services, Inc., an EnerSys company. All rights reserved. Disclaimer Images contained in this manual are for illustrative purposes only. These images may not match your installation.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Safety Notes ..................................2 Unpacking and Inspection ..............................6 General Safety Precautions ..............................6 Electrical Safety ................................... 7 Mechanical Safety ................................7 Overview and Specifications ..........................8 The Alpha APX3/APX3-G Series Non-standby Power Supply ..............8 ® Alpha APX3/APX3-G Series Non-standby Power Supply Specifications ............10 ®... -
Page 6: Unpacking And Inspection
Unpacking and Inspection Carefully remove the unit from its shipping container and inspect for damage. If items are damaged or missing, immediately contact Alpha Technologies Services, Inc. and the shipping company. Most shipping companies have a short claim period. Save the original shipping container. It provides support for the unit during shipping. If you need to return a unit for service, repackage it in its original shipping container. -
Page 7: Electrical Safety
CAUTION! Enclosure, equipment or parts may be damaged or cause damage if used or installed improperly. To avoid damage: • Prior to installation, verify that the AC input voltage to the equipment matches with respect to voltage and frequency. • Prior to installation, verify that the output voltage from the equipment matches the voltage requirements of the connected equipment (load). -
Page 8: Overview And Specifications
1.0 Overview and Specifications The Alpha APX3/APX3-G Series Non-standby Power Supply ® The Alpha APX3/APX3-G non-standby power supply series provides conditioned power to signal amplifiers in cable ® television and broadband distribution systems. The transformer is mounted directly to the chassis, and supplies the load with current-limited, regulated AC power that is free from disturbances caused by spikes, surges and other forms of power line transients. -
Page 9: Fig. 1-3, Alpha ® Apx3 (6014)/Apx3-G (608G) Non-Standby Power Supply (Without Cover)
1.0 Overview and Specifications, continued LEFT FRONT RIGHT Fig. 1-3, Alpha APX3 (6014)/APX3-G (608G) Non-standby Power Supply (Without Cover) ® LEFT RIGHT FRONT Fig. 1-4, Alpha APX3-G (615G) Non-standby Power Supply (Without Cover) ® 016-564-B0-001, Rev. B (10/2023) -
Page 10: Alpha Apx3/Apx3-G Series Non-Standby Power Supply Specifications
1.0 Overview and Specifications, continued Alpha APX3/APX3-G Series Non-standby Power Supply Specifications ® Model Input Voltage Frequency Output Voltage Max. Output Current 608G 176 - 276VAC 50Hz ± 3% 59.9 - 66.2VAC / 45.6 - 50.4VAC 615G 176 - 276VAC 50Hz ±... -
Page 11: Operating Principle
1.0 Overview and Specifications, continued Operating Principle The Alpha APX3/APX3-G series non-standby power supply utilizes ferroresonant transformer technology to provide line ® conditioning and voltage regulation. The primary and secondary windings of the transformer are physically isolated from each other by a large steel core which significantly reduces the capacitive coupling of spikes and noise to the secondary winding. -
Page 12: Operation
1.0 Overview and Specifications, continued The output waveform from the ferroresonant transformer is not a true sine or square wave, but is instead a quasi-square wave. NOTICE: It is necessary to use a true RMS voltmeter to correctly measure the output voltages. Ferroresonant transformer and AC capacitor... -
Page 13: Installing An Alpha
2.0 Installing an Alpha APX3/APX3-G Unit ® Enclosure Grounding NOTICE: Alpha recommends using the grounding method illustrated below. The grounding method may ® vary depending on local codes and other site-specific characteristics. Mounting Bracket Service Drop APX3/APX3-G Unit Output Coaxial Cable #8 AWG (Minimum) Copper Ground Wire Utility Power Input... -
Page 14: Pole-Mount Installations
2.0 Installing an Alpha® APX3/APX3-G Unit, continued Pole-mount Installations The Alpha APX3/APX3-G series non-standby power supplies are designed to mount on a wooden, steel or concrete ® pole or wall. When installing the Alpha APX3/APX3-G unit on a pole, an approved mounting strap must go through the ®... -
Page 15: Wall Mount Installations
2.0 Installing an Alpha® APX3/APX3-G Unit, continued Wall Mount Installations For wall mounting, securely fasten the unit to the wall with four 8 mm lag bolts of appropriate grade and material to support the unit. CAUTION! The populated cabinet weighs approximately 16 kg (35.4 lbs). Installer needs to ensure the wall is capable of supporting the loaded enclosure. -
Page 16: Connecting An Alpha Apx3/Apx3-G Unit
2.0 Installing an Alpha® APX3/APX3-G Unit, continued Align the Alpha APX3/APX3-G unit mounting holes over the lag bolts with flat washers and slide the chassis ® downward into the slots. Securely tighten the top lag bolts by inserting the ratchet and socket through the access holes in the back of the chassis. -
Page 17: Utility Power Connection
2.0 Installing an Alpha® APX3/APX3-G Unit, continued WARNING! ELECTRICAL HAZARD Ensure the tightness of the seizure screw for the cable "stinger." Arcing may occur because of a loose connection. During routine maintenance, always check the seizure screw assembly to ensure that it is tight. Alpha is not responsible for damage to ®... -
Page 18: Initial Startup
3.0 Initial Startup The Alpha APX3/APX3-G non-standby power supply must be tested before it is placed into service. Once utility and cable ® connections have been made, testing may begin. Required Tools: • True RMS voltmeter • AC current clamp meter Procedure: Before applying power, ensure that the AC LINE input breaker is in the OFF position. -
Page 19: Troubleshooting And Repair
4.0 Troubleshooting and Repair Troubleshooting Guide The troubleshooting guide is designed to display typical symptoms, causes and solutions, beginning with the most obvious and working systematically through the unit. Alpha Technologies Services, Inc. recommends that the power supply maintenance log accompany units brought in for bench service to aid the technician in troubleshooting the problem. -
Page 20: Replacement Parts
4.0 Troubleshooting and Repair, continued 4.3.2 Replacement Parts The following parts can be replaced in the field and are available from Alpha Technologies Services, Inc. To order parts, please specify the model number which appears on the nameplate, and contact your nearest Alpha sales office. -
Page 21: Fig. 4-2, Alpha ® Apx3-6014 Non-Standby Power Supply System Block Diagram
4.0 Troubleshooting and Repair, continued Terminal 120V Block Circuit Ground Ferro Breaker Transformer Line 0V In Neutral Pre-looped wire for output current measurement Terminal Block 57V Out Pre-looped wire in unit reference Output Coax Output Connector Indicator Capacitor Capacitor Fig. 4-2, Alpha APX3-6014 Non-standby Power Supply System Block Diagram ®... - Page 22 114 mm Mounting Template: Mark the holes and position the drill according to the mounting hardware. 163 mm Remove the black plastic plugs in order to tighten the mounting hardware. Please replace the plugs after tightening hardware.
- Page 23 Tel.: Toll Free North America: +1 800-322-5742 | Outside US: +1 360-647-2360 | Technical Support: +1 800-863-3364 For more information visit www.alpha.com © 2023 Alpha Technologies Services, Inc., an EnerSys company. All Rights Reserved. Trademarks and logos are the property of EnerSys and its affiliates. Subject to revisions without prior notice. E.&O.E.
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