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New modules are automatically recognized and controlled by the MIL-MG3 base unit. All modules are inde- pendent and can be ordered at any time. Available Modules MIL3-REC (for CS115, PN 107241)
System Overview VERI-MIL3 (PN 107245) Coaxial calibration fixture for use with CS115 and CS116 waveforms. Supplied with 2 x 20 dB N-type attenuators 2 x 20 dB BNC-type attenuators 1 x cable 1 m N to BNC CN-MIG-BT5 (PN 104910) Injection probe for MIL3-DO-160-S17, MIL3-SPIKE and MIL3-SPIKE-SLOW.
System Overview VERI5 (PN 103573) 5 Ohm termination with integrated voltage divider. SHUNT0E1 (PN 103575) 0.1 Ohm shunt with SHV-BNC connector for direct measure- ment of current impulses. VERI01 OSI (PN 103570) 0.1 Ohm low impedance shunt with SHV-BNC connector for the MIL-SPIKE-FAST current calibration.
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System Overview 1.11.1 V-PROBE-SI (PN 105107) The V-PROBE-SI is a differential voltage probe with a system bandwidth from DC up to 70 MHz. The maximum voltage rating is ±7000 V peak or ±2000 Vrms. 12/65...
10cm. An insufficient airflow can cause the equipment to overheat, which may disturb the operation and even cause damage. Most equipment from EMC PARTNER can be mounted in a 19” Rack. A special rack mounting kit is available. Contact your local sales representative for a quotation.
Hardware Description Hardware Description Front Panel 1 Touchscreen Monitor User interface to perform all functions including test types selection, parameter entry, saving and recalling tests. 2 On/Off/Standby Button Power up or power down the generator. 3 USB Port Connect a USB memory stick to copy files (setups, protocols, error logs) from the generator. The USB interface is also used to update the internal firmware.
Hardware Description 8 Stop Button Stops the selected test. A red blinking LED indicates a stopped test due to an error. A red LED indicates a finished test. 9 Rotary Knob Entry device enables fast navigation and parameter entry. 10 Emergency Stop Push to open the safety circuit.
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Hardware Description 3 Rear Fan Rear cooling fan. Take care not to obstruct the opening to assure proper airflow through the generator and prevent overheating. 4 Auxiliary Connection Fit the auxiliary connector delivered with the equipment, to close the safety circuit. It is possible to extend the safety circuit or to connect additional external warning lamps.
Software User Interface Software User Interface Home Screen 1 Test Selection The main window shows all tests available on the equipment. The preselected test is indicated with a blue icon. A green icon indicates that this test is available on your generator. A gray icon indicates that this test is not currently available on your generator.
4 Up to date Indicates that the generator software is up-to-date. If the generator is connected to a network with internet access it will automatically look for available updates from EMC PARTNER. 5 Exit The x-button in the top-left corner can be used to exit the options menu.
Software User Interface 4.2.1 Setups Select ≡ (Options Menu) –> Setups, to enter the setups menu. 1 Root Directory Select the location where setups are to be displayed and edited. Choose between the EMCP Library with predefined setups, the user defined internal library or setups on the USB stick. Changed or deleted files inside the built-in EMCP Library will be restored at the next generator startup.
Software User Interface 4.2.2 Sequence Select ≡ (Options Menu) –> Sequence, to enter the sequence menu. You can link up to 15 tests, saved internally to run concurrently. 1 Activate If checked, the setup linker is activated. Press run to start the linked tests. 2 Preview The individual tests in the sequence are shown with the most important parameters.
Software User Interface 4.2.3 Reports Select ≡ (Options Menu) –> Reports, to enter the reports menu. A report containing test parameters and results can be saved in the equipment. Additional information about the EUT and environmental conditions can be added. 1 Root Directory Select the location where reports are to be displayed and edited.
Select ≡ (Options Menu) –> Update, to enter the update menu. 1 Generator Status Generator information is shown, such as the generator product and serial number, the current version of the installed EPOS (EMC PARTNER Operating System) software, as well as a new version (if available). 2 Check Update Forces the generator to check for available updates, an internet connection is necessary.
The user interface is available in different languages. English (Default), German, French, Spanish, Italian, Chinese (Traditional), Chinese (Simplified), and Russian. Additional lan- guages can be provided on request. Please contact EMC PARTNER. All translations are made to the best of our knowledge and abilities, however, we cannot guarantee the correct- ness of all translations.
4 Add License Allows adding a new license. Selecting ”Add License” opens an on-screen keyboard where you can enter the license key for the software option you have purchased from EMC PARTNER. 5 Add Accessories Missing accessories can be added manually with ”Add Accessories”. To find the desired entry faster, the external accessories are grouped into several categories.
Software User Interface 4.2.7 Connectors Select ≡ (Options Menu) –> Connectors, to enter the connectors menu. There are 4 BNC connectors on the front panel and 2 on the rear panel. The two on the rear panel can always be freely programmed as inputs or outputs. Of the 4 connectors on the front panel, those which are not used as outputs of internal measurements are freely configurable.
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Software User Interface Block diagram of the interface The value of the resistor R1 is 10 Ohm, and the value of R2 is 1 kOhm. D1 is a 27 V TVS-diode, D2 is a fast Schottky diode, and D3 is a 3.3 V TVS-diode. The output functions as open drain output.
Software User Interface Setting up and Running a Test 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.
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Software User Interface 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 Status Bar Provides information about the current event. 3 Mark / Fail Mark or Fail add this information at the current test position.
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Software User Interface Under ≡ (Options Menu) –> Reports –> Configure you can set that the protocol is automatically saved in the desired format. 29/65...
General Setups This chapter provides information on general setups which apply to different generators. The setups are shown with a selection of exemplary EMC PARTNER generators, including the IMU- MGS and INS-1250. The setups presented in this chapter deal with the following accessories which can be used with several...
The emergency stop button is connected to the rear panel on the generator. In this setup the IMU- MGS generator rear panel is shown for exemplary purposes. Other EMC PARTNER generators may have different connector arrangements on their rear panel.
3 Auxiliary connector The warning lamp is connected to the 25-pin auxiliary connector located on the rear panel of all EMC PARTNER generators via the included adapter box. 4 External Emergency Stop Button The external emergency stop button consists of the button itself, an extension cord with a length of five meters, and the EMC PARTNER standard 25-pin auxiliary connector.
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General Setups TC-ST WARNING-LAMP EMERGENCY-STOP 1 Generator Rear panel of the generator - depending on the generator the connector configurations on the rear panel might differ. 2 Test Cabinet TC-ST Test cabinet TC-ST placed on top of the generator. The test cabinet can also be placed next to the generator.
System Calibration Prior to each test, the system has to be calibrated. The calibration is made at a fixed test level. MIL-MG3 - MIL3-REC - VERI-MIL3 - CN-BT6 1 Generator The plug-in MIL3-REC has to be fitted in the generator.
Testing an EUT requires impulse amplitude to be set to a low level and slowly adjusted to the defined test level. This can be automated with the level ramp function in the parameter menu. MIL-MG3 - MIL3-REC - CN-BT6 - I-PROBE-CS 1 Generator The plug-in MIL-REC has to be fitted in the generator.
Calibration Prior to the test, the system has to be calibrated. The calibration is made at a fixed test level. MIL-MG3 - MIL3-10K10M or MIL3-30M-100M - VERI-MIL3 - CN-BT6 1 Generator For 10 kHz, 100 kHz, 1 MHz and 10 MHz the plugin MIL3-10K10M has to be fitted in the generator.
When performing tests on sensitive EUTs, it may be necessary to add attenuation between the plug-in and the CN-BT6. Specifically for this task, EMC PARTNER have a 20 dB attenuator which is designed to operate with the high voltage pulses.
Tests as per MIL-STD-461 MIL-MG3 - MIL3-10K10M or MIL3-30M100M - CN-BT6 - I-PROBE-CS 1 Generator For 10 kHz, 100 kHz, 1 MHz and 10 MHz the plug-in MIL3-10K10M has to be fitted in the generator. For 30 MHz and 100 MHz, the MIL3-30M100M is used.
VERI5 can be connected to the oscilloscope. For voltage measurement, a HV-Probe can be used in place of the VERI5. 6.3.2 Test Setup MIL-MG3 - MIL3-SPIKE - CN-MIG-BT5 - DC-S17CL - V-PROBE-SI 1 Generator The plug-in MIL3-SPIKE has to be fitted in the generator. 2 Coupling Device CN-MIG-BT5 The output of the plug-in is connected with the 1 Turn input on the back of the CN-MIG-BT5 using the 1m SHV-BNC cable.
4 Synchronization To synchronize impulses with the EUT power supply, the EUT power has to be connected to L and N connectors on the backplane of the MIL-MG3. The connection has to be taken between the DC-S17CL and the power source 5 Measurement During testing, the voltage waveform can be observed with a HV differential probe.
4 Synchronization To synchronize impulses with the EUT power supply, the EUT power has to be connected to L and N connectors on the backplane of the MIL-MG3. The connection has to be taken between the DC-S17CL and the power source.
Tests as per MIL-STD-461 6.4.3 Parallel Injection - Calibration Setup MIL-MG3 - MIL3-SPIKE-SLOW - CN-MIG-BT5 - VERI5 - SHUNT0E1 1 Generator The plug-in MIL3-SPIKE-SLOW has to be fitted in the generator. 2 Measurement For voltage verification the VERI5 is connected directly to the output of the plugin. The VERI5 can be connected directly to the oscilloscope.
3 Synchronization To synchronize impulses with the EUT power supply, the EUT power has to be connected to L and N connectors on the backplane of the MIL-MG3. The connection has to be taken between the DC-S17CL and the power source 4 Measurement During testing, the voltage waveform can be observed with a HV differential probe.
Tests as per MIL-STD-461 Test as per MIL-STD-461 CS06 - MIL3-SPIKE-FAST 6.5.1 Serial Injection - Calibration Setup MIL-MG3 - MIL3-SPIKE-FAST - VERI5 - VERI01 OSI 1 Generator The plug-in MIL3-SPIKE-FAST has to be fitted in the generator. 2 Measurement Adapter The measurement adapter (part of the standard accessory) is placed on the right 2 outputs.
4 Synchronization To synchronize impulses with the EUT power supply, the EUT power has to be connected to L and N connectors on the backplane of the MIL-MG3. The connection has to be taken between the DC-S17CL and the power source.
Tests as per MIL-STD-461 6.5.3 Parallel Injection - Calibration Setup MIL-MG3 - MIL3-SPIKE-FAST - VERI5 - VERI01 OSI 1 Generator The plug-in MIL3-SPIKE-FAST has to be fitted in the generator. 2 Measurement Adapter The measurement adapter (part of the standard accessory) is placed on the left 2 outputs.
3 Synchronization To synchronize impulses with the EUT power supply, the EUT power has to be connected to L and N connectors on the backplane of the MIL-MG3. The connection has to be taken between the DC-S17CL and the power source 4 Measurement During testing, the voltage waveform can be observed with a HV differential probe.
Additional information for calibration is also available in the calibration report. Test as per MIL-STD-1275B - MIL3-1275B 7.1.1 Test Setup MIL-MG3 - MIL3-1275B - V-PROBE-SI 1 Generator The plug-in MIL3-1275B has to be fitted in the generator. 2 Power Supply Connect the power supply to the input of the plugin.
Additional information for calibration is also available in the calibration report. Tests as per DO160 Section 17 8.1.1 Serial Injection - Calibration Setup MIL-MG3 - MIL3-DO160-S17 - CN-MIG-BT5 - VERI50 1 Generator The plug-in MIL3-DO-160-S17 has to be fitted in the generator. 2 Coupling Device CN-MIG-BT5 The output of the plug-in is connected with the 2 Turn input of the CN-MIG-BT5 using a 1m cable.
4 Synchronization To synchronize impulses with the EUT power supply, the EUT power has to be connected to L and N connectors on the backplane of the MIL-MG3. The connection has to be taken between the DC-S17CL and the power source.
Tests as per DO160 8.1.3 Parallel Injection - Calibration Setup MIL-MG3 - MIL3-DO160-S17 - VERI50 1 Generator The plug-in MIL3-DO-160-S17 has to be fitted in the generator. 2 Measurement For current verification the VERI50 is connected directly to the output of the plugin. With the internal voltage divider, the VERI50 can be connected to the oscilloscope.
3 Synchronization To synchronize impulses with the EUT power supply, the EUT power has to be connected to L and N connectors on the backplane of the MIL-MG3. The connection has to be taken between the DC-S17CL and the power source 4 Measurement During testing, the voltage waveform can be observed with a HV differential probe.
Tests as per DO160 Tests as per DO160 Section 19 8.2.1 Test Setup MIL-MG3 - MIL3-DO160-S19 1 Generator The plug-in MIL3-DO-160-S19 has to be fitted in the generator. 2 Interconnection wire bundle Wrap the wire provided around the EUT cable bundle with 3 spirals per meter. Several cables may need to be connected together for longer cable bundles.
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During the warranty period it is EMC PARTNER’s goal to repair the equipment within one working week at the service plant in Laufen, Switzerland. However, due to excessive work load or component supply deliveries this repair time may be extended.
The equipment must be recalibrated The equipment needs repairing contact the local EMC PARTNER representative or service centre. If the local contact is not known, check the internet site www.emc-partner.com and select contacts. If there is no local organization, contact EMC PARTNER headquarters in Switzerland.
Technical Data Technical Data 11.1 MIL-MG3 11.1.1 MIL-MG3 Main Generator Input Power Voltage 100 V - 240 V ±10 % Frequency 50 Hz - 60 Hz Consumption Switched off 0 VA Standby <15 VA Test running max. 150 VA Dimensions...
Technical Data 11.1.2 MIL3-REC Standard MIL-STD-461 G CS115 Current into 100 Ω 1 A - 10 A ±10 % Rise time <2 ns Fall time <2 ns Duration >=30 ns Repetition 0.03 s - 60 s Polarity positive negative Coupling CN-BT6 max.
Technical Data 11.1.4 MIL3-30M100M Standard MIL-STD-461 G CS116 Frequency 30 MHz ±10 % 100 MHz ±10 % Current into 100 Ω 30 MHz 2 A - 12 A ±10 % 100 MHz 1 A - 6 A ±10 % Damping factor 15 ±5 Repetition 0.5 s - 60 s...
Technical Data Dimensions 45 cm x 21 cm x 9 cm Weight 3.3 kg 11.1.6 MIL3-DO160-S19 Standard DO160 Section 19 Level >600 V Peak - Peak Burst Duration 50 µs - 1000 µs Spike repetition 0.2 µs to 10 µs Burst Repetition 0.1 s - 60 s Dimensions...
Technical Data 11.1.8 MIL3-SPIKE-SLOW Standard MIL-STD-461 C CS06 ECSS-E-ST-20-07C Rev. 1 (CS power leads transients) Coupling direct (Parallel Injection) CN-MIG-BT5 (Serial Injection) Level into 5 Ω Parallel Injection 20 V - 500 V ±10 % Serial Injection 20 V - 300 V ±10 % Duration 10 µs ±20 % Source Impedance...
Technical Data 11.1.9 MIL3-SPIKE-FAST Standard MIL-STD-461 C CS06 ECSS-E-ST-20-07C Rev. 1 (CS power leads transients) Level into 5 Ω 20 V - 400 V ±10 % Duration 150 ns ±20 % Source Impedance <5 Ω Repetition 0.1 s - 60 s Polarity positive negative...
Technical Data 11.2 CN-BT6 Dimensions 25 cm x 17 cm x 15 cm Aperture 5 cm Weight 5 kg 11.3 CN-MIG-BT5 Dimensions 22 cm x 22 cm x 20 cm Aperture 8 cm x 7 cm Weight 13 kg 11.4 VERI-MIL3 Dimension 34 cm x 13 cm x 16 cm...
Technical Data 11.6 VERI5 Impedance 5 Ω±2 % DC Ratio 50 ΩDSO Input 1:100 ±2 % 1 MΩDSO Input 1:50 Tolerance of Insertion Loss up to 10MHz ±0.5 dB up to 40MHz ±3 dB Max. power dissipation 10 W Max. pulse voltage 500 V Dimension 12 cm x 2.5 cm x 2.5 cm...
Technical Data 11.8 SHUNT0E1 Impedance 0.1 Ω±2 % DC Ratio 50 ΩDSO Input 1:20 1 MΩDSO Input 1:10 ±2 % Tolerance of Insertion Loss up to 10 MHz ±0.25 dB up to 50 MHz ±3 dB Max. Level WF2 Impulse 1600 V WF3 1 MHz Impulse 4500 V...
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