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Connection box 1-Phase A 1626 Connection box 3-Phase A 1627 Universal Connection box A 1688 Instruction manual Version 2.1.1, Code No. 20 753 084...
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General description ....................... 4 Warnings and notes ..................... 4 1.1.1 General safety warnings ..................4 1.1.2 Safety warnings related to operation of A 1626, A 1627, and A 1688 ...... 4 1.1.3 Markings on the instrument ..................5 Standards applied ......................5 Connection box sets and accessories .................
Connection box are units intended for connection of various tested appliances to the A 1600 CE Switch 5kV in test setups with the MI 3394 XS. Each one of the A 1626, the A 1627, and A 1688 has unique code identifier. This unique code determines predefined characteristics for the applied connection box, like its configuration and some limiting values rated to the connection box;...
EU regulations. This equipment should be recycled as electronic waste. 1.2 Standards applied The A 1626, A 1627, and A 1688 Connection boxes are manufactured and tested according to the following regulations, listed below. Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) void...
A 1626, A 1627, A 1688 Connection boxes Connection box sets and accessories 2 Connection box sets and accessories 2.1 Standard set for the A 1626 Connection box 1-Phase A 1626 Connection box 1-Phase Shorting plug (3 pieces) ...
A 1626, A 1627, A 1688 Connection boxes Connection boxes description 3 Connection boxes description Figure 3.1 Universal Connection box (A 1688)
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A 1626, A 1627, A 1688 Connection boxes Connection boxes description Figure 3.2 Connection box 3-Phase (A 1627)
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A 1626, A 1627, A 1688 Connection boxes Connection boxes description Figure 3.3 Connection box 1-Phase (A 1626)
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Note: Test sockets (2) and (3) are connected in parallel to wiring connections (9) in case the shorting jumpers (8) are inserted. (A 1626, A 1627) In case the shorting jumpers (8) are inserted, next connections are enabled: L connected to HV(~,+) / channel 1, N connected to HV(~,+) / channel 2, PE connected to HV(~,-) / channel 1.
Installing the Connection box 4 Installing the Connection box Connection box (A 1626, A 1627, or A 1688) can be no-fixed as desktop unit or can be fixed in proper place inside the test chamber. Consider prohibition zone and other requirements of EN 50191.
5 Operation of the Connection boxes 5.1 Wiring principle in the Connection boxes The A 1626, A 1627, and A 1688 Connection boxes are passive devices used as a wiring interface for tested equipment connection set-up. Figure 5.1 Wiring principle in A 1626, A 1627 Wiring principle is the same for both the A 1626 and the A1627 Connection boxes with omitted items in the A 1626.
5.1.1 Application examples for the Connection boxes The following figures show typical test setups for application of the A 1626, the A 1627, and the A 1688 Connection boxes. Optional tip commander A 1511 can only be used in setups, with light...
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Operation of the Connection boxes Figure 5.3 Application example for the A 1627 with the tip commander A 1511 in the test environment protected by the light barrier Figure 5.4 Application example for the A 1626 in the test chamber...
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A 1626, A 1627, A 1688 Connection boxes Operation of the Connection boxes Figure 5.5 Application example for the A 1688 with the tip commander A 1511 in the test environment protected by the light barrier Figure 5.6 Application example for the A 1688 in the test chamber Notes: ...
Operation of the Connection boxes 5.1.2 Tip commander interface The tip commander A 1511 is intended for optional application with the A 1626, the A 1627, and A 1688 Connection boxes. Connections are as follows. Figure 5.7: Commander - pin layout and test connections...
6.2 Cleaning Use a soft, slightly moistened cloth with soap water or alcohol to clean the surface of the A 1626, A 1627, or A 1688 Connection boxes. Leave the Connection box to dry totally before using it.
A 1626, A 1627, A 1688 Connection boxes Technical specifications 7 Technical specifications Parameters defined with built-in identification Parameter A 1626 A 1627 A 1688 Maximum a.c. 4 kV 4 kV 5.1 kV withstanding voltage Maximum d.c. 4 kV 4 kV...
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