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  • Page 1 VBO3 User Manual...
  • Page 2 The user is responsible for every application that makes use of an OMICRON product. OMICRON translates this manual from the source language English into a number of other languages. Any translation of this manual is done for local requirements, and in the event of a dispute between the English and a non-English version, the English version of this manual shall govern.
  • Page 3 Personal safety ....................... 2.5.3 Product-specific safety ....................Device overview ............................10 Wiring ................................. 11 Connecting the VBO3 to a CMC 430 ....................12 4.1.1 Max. 300 V output voltage ....................12 4.1.2 Max. 600 V output voltage ....................13 Connecting the VBO3 to other CMCs ....................14 Operation ..............................
  • Page 4 Death or severe injury will follow if the appropriate safety instructions are not observed. WARNING Death or severe injury may occur if the appropriate safety instructions are not observed. CAUTION Minor or moderate injury may occur if the appropriate safety instructions are not observed. NOTICE Equipment damage or loss of data possible OMICRON...
  • Page 5 1. Step 2. Step 2.1 Substep 2.2 Substep Expected outcome of a step/task Text in bold Text shown on a device, its display or in a software Text in italics OMICRON product name Additional information, explanations or tips / Note: VBO3...
  • Page 6 Fulfilled directives In the following statement, the device is designated as "product", "equipment", or "apparatus". The OMICRON contact address can be found on the last page (back page) of this document. European Union The equipment adheres to the guidelines of the council of the European Community for meeting the requirements of the member states regarding the following directives: •...
  • Page 7 Improper use may result in damage to persons or property and could invalidate warranty claims. Designated use The VBO3 is a an accessory intended for use with OMICRON CMC test sets. The VBO3 transforms a the CMC's output voltage of 0 ... 300 V to 0 ... 600 V.
  • Page 8 OMICRON Support (→ Support (page 25)). u Only use original cables provided by OMICRON. u Only use original accessories provided by OMICRON. The use of different cables and accessories is at the operator's own risk, considering the necessary high safety standards, the technical requirements, as well as relevant norms and certification standards.
  • Page 9 Warn other people prior to any operation to make them aware of any possible disturbances. 2.5.3 Product-specific safety All 4 mm safety plug terminals on the VBO3 front panel can carry signals at dangerous levels and can conduct dangerous voltages. The VBO3 does not contain any serviceable parts.
  • Page 10 User Manual 3 Device overview Figure 3-1: VBO3 front view 1 Voltage output triple; 0 ... 600 V 3 Voltage input triple 2; 0 ... 300 V 2 Handle 4 Voltage input triple 1; 0 ... 300 V OMICRON...
  • Page 11 WARNING Death or severe injury due to electrical shock The isolation of the VBO3 is designed for 600 V. The voltage ratio of about 1 : 2.16 could lead to voltages exceeding this value. u Only operate the VBO3 with primary voltages of up to 300 V...
  • Page 12 VBO3. 3. Connect the star point to the N socket on the CMC 430. 4. Connect the VBO3 outputs V1 sec, V2 sec, V3 sec and N sec to the test object. Figure 4-1: CMC 430 connected to VBO3, with star point...
  • Page 13 1. Connect all CMC 430 voltage outputs (1 ... 6) to the corresponding VBO3 connectors (V1 prim ... V6 prim). Use a connection cable with 4 mm safety plugs. 2. Connect the VBO3 outputs V1 sec, V2 sec, V3 sec and N sec to the test object. Figure 4-2: CMC 430 connected to VBO3...
  • Page 14 Connecting the VBO3 to other CMCs Connect CMC test sets, except for the CMC 430, as follows. 1. Connect the CMC voltage outputs to the VBO3 inputs V1 prim, V2 prim and V3 prim. Use a connection cable with 4 mm safety plugs. 2. To create a starpoint, use flexible jumpers to interconnect V4 prim, V5 prim and V6 prim on the VBO3.
  • Page 15 2. On the General tab, select your CMC from the Test Set list 3. Click Configure..4. In the Voltage and Current Sources dialog, select one of the listed configurations for the voltage outputs: • CMC test sets with max. 300 V output voltage: Select a 3 × 300 V configuration. Example: VBO3...
  • Page 16 • CMC 430: To achieve up to 3 × 600 V output voltage, select a 3 × 300 V configuration. Example: 5. Click Connect VT..6. To complete the VT configuration details, calculate the true voltage ratio. 7. Proceed with section Calculation of voltage ratio (page 17). OMICRON...
  • Page 17 WARNING Death or severe injury due to electrical shock CMC test sets are designed for input voltages of max. 600 V. Due to the VBO3's voltage ratio of about 1 : 2.16, voltages higher than 600 V might occur at the VBO3 outputs. u Always measure the output voltages with a multimeter suitable for up to 1000 V working voltage.
  • Page 18 Determining the voltage ratio 1. Connect the CMC test set to the VBO3 (→Wiring (page 11)). 2. Connect the load by connecting the VBO3 secondary outputs to the test object. 3. Connect the multimeter as shown in the → diagram below (page 19).
  • Page 19 Operation Figure 5-1: Connection diagram for voltage ratio measurement 1 VBO3 4 CMC test set 2 Multimeter 5 Flexible jumpers 3 Test object 6 Connection cables VBO3...
  • Page 20 User Manual 6 Maintenance Cleaning The device is switched off/de-energized. All connection cables are disconnected from the device. u Clean the device with a cloth dampened with isopropanol alcohol. OMICRON...
  • Page 21 Voltage range secondary 0 … 600 V, 3-phase Nominal frequency 50/60 Hz Nominal power 33 VA per phase Protection class of VBO3 voltage transformer II (for CAT III / 300 V , CAT II / 600 V) Measurement category for VBO3 cables CAT III / 300V , CAT II / 600 V Environmental conditions Characteristic...
  • Page 22 User Manual Circuit diagram Input max. 300 V Output max. 600 V V1 prim V1 sec V2 prim V2 sec V3 prim V4 prim V3 sec V5 prim V6 prim N sec OMICRON...
  • Page 23 Setup with CMC 430 transport case If you are using the VBO3 in combination with a CMC 430, you can create a joint test setup with both devices in an OMICRON transport case. Simply detach the handle of the VBO3 to conveniently use the voltage transformer without needing to take it out of the transport case.
  • Page 24 User Manual Transportation with trolley/backpack The VBO3 is delivered with a soft bag that can be placed in a trolley/backpack together with a CMC 430 test set. This enables you to conveniently transport your test set, voltage transformer, and additionally required accessories with one single trolley.
  • Page 25 At our support hotline, you can reach well-educated technicians for all of your questions. Make use of our 24/7 hotlines: Americas: +1 713 830-4660 or +1 800-OMICRON Asia-Pacific: +852 3767 5500 Europe / Middle East / Africa: +43 59495 4444 Additionally, you can find the service center or sales partner closest to you at omicronenergy.com.
  • Page 26 UK importer: OMICRON electronics UK Limited Staples Close Redhill Business Park Stafford ST16 1WQ United Kingdom Manufacturer: OMICRON electronics GmbH Oberes Ried 1 6833 Klaus Austria ENU 1210 05 03...