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Asx-series operation manual for the models 115-asx, 120-asx 140-asx, 160-asx 315-asx, 320-asx 345-asx, 360-asx 3120-asx pps part no. 140050 this manual assigned to model: s/n: the information contained in this manual is proprietary to pacific power source. And may not be copied or reprinted without ...
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Table of contents page i 1 general ............................................................................................................................................ 1 1.1 using this manual .......................................................................................................
Table of contents page ii 3.5 connection of system control unit (scu) .................................................................. 67 3.6 remote interface ................................................................................................................ 69 3.7 aux i/o installatio...
List of illustrations page iii figure1.3 asx-series power source - front view ....................................................... 6 figure 2.1.2 (a) model 115-asx output derating curves ................................................... 13 figure 2.1.2 (b) model 120-asx output derating curves ....
1 section 1 general 1 general this manual provides information required to use an asx-series ac power source. Operation of the asx series models: 115-asx, 120-asx, 140-asx, 160-asx, 315-asx, 320-asx, 345-asx, 360-asx, and 3120-asx is described in this document. This is a general operations manual. I...
Section 1 general 2 1.2 safety notices the asx-series equipment is capable of transferring very large amounts of electrical energy very quickly. This basic quality is fundamental to a high-performance power source. The warnings and cautions listed below should be observed at all times. Warnings are ...
Section 1 general 3 1.2 safety notices (cont.) caution read sections 1, 3, and 4 of this manual before installing or operating this equipment. Warning if this equipment is not used in a manner specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.
Section 1 general 4 1.3 general product description the asx-series power source is high-performance ac power conversion equipment. This series of equipment features models with power ratings from 1.5 kva to 12.0 kva. All systems are designed to fit into a standard 19 inch instrument rack. The power ...
Section 1 general 5 1.3 general product description (cont.) 7. Model 345-asx - 4.5 kva model, capable of 1, 2, or 3 phase operation. Single and three phase modes provide 4.5kva of power with a 0-135 vac l-n output voltage range. 2 phase mode provides 3.0kva of power with a 0-270 l1-l2 voltage range....
Section 1 general 6 1.3 general product description (cont.) figure1.3 asx-series power source - front view model 115-asx w/ upc1 controller model 3210-asx w/ upc3 controller input power output power output coupling output form on off direct transformer 1 phase 2 phase 3 phase on / auto off pacific p...
7 section 2 specifications 2 specifications this section states the electrical specifications of the asx-series power source. The specifications listed apply to all models, except as noted. Some specifications are controller dependent. These are noted as such. 2.1 electrical specifications 2.1.1 inp...
Section 2 specifications 8 2.1.1 input power requirements (cont.) model 120-asx input voltage the model 120-asx accepts one of the following single phase input voltages: 1) 100 vac ±10%, 47-63 hz 2) 110 vac ±10%, 47-63 hz 3) 120 vac ±10%, 47-63 hz 4) 200 vac ±10%, 47-63 hz 5) 208 vac ±10%, 47-63 hz ...
Section 2 specifications 9 2.1.1 input power requirements (cont.) model 160-asx input voltage the model 160-asx accepts one of the following three phase input voltages: 1) 208 vac Δ ±10%, 47-63 hz 2) 220 vac Δ ±10%, 47-63 hz 3) 240 vac Δ ±10%, 47-63 hz 4) 220/380 vac ±10%, 47-63 hz 5) 230/400 vac ±1...
Section 2 specifications 10 2.1.1 input power requirements (cont.) model 320-asx input voltage the model 320-asx accepts one of the following single phase input voltages: 1) 100 vac ±10%, 47-63 hz 2) 110 vac ±10%, 47-63 hz 3) 120 vac ±10%, 47-63 hz 4) 200 vac ±10%, 47-63 hz 5) 208 vac ±10%, 47-63 hz...
Section 2 specifications 11 2.1.1 input power requirements (cont.) model 360-asx input voltage the model 360-asx accepts one of the following three phase input voltages: 1) 208 vac Δ ±10%, 47-63 hz 2) 220 vac Δ ±10%, 47-63 hz 3) 240 vac Δ ±10%, 47-63 hz 4) 220/380 vac ±10%, 47-63 hz 5) 230/400 vac ±...
Section 2 specifications 12 2.1.2 output power output voltage range direct-coupled the standard output voltage ranges of the asx-series are: 0-132 vac l-n for the models 115-asx, 160-asx, 315-asx, and 360-asx; 0-135 vac l-n for the models 140-asx, 345-asx, and 3120-asx; and 0-150 vac l-n for the mod...
Section 2 specifications 13 2.1.2 output power ( cont. ) figure 2.1.2 (a) model 115-asx output derating curves.
Section 2 specifications 14 2.1.2 output power ( cont. ) figure 2.1.2 (b) model 120-asx output derating curves.
Section 2 specifications 15 2.1.2 output power ( cont. ) figure 2.1.2 (c) model 140-asx output derating curves.
Section 2 specifications 16 2.1.2 output power ( cont. ) figure 2.1.2 (d) model 160-asx output derating curves.
Section 2 specifications 17 2.1.2 output power ( cont. ) figure 2.1.2 (e) model 315-asx output derating curves.
Section 2 specifications 18 2.1.2 output power ( cont. ) figure 2.1.2 (f) model 320-asx output derating curves.
Section 2 specifications 19 2.1.2 output power ( cont. ) figure 2.1.2 (g) model 345-asx output derating curves.
Section 2 specifications 20 2.1.2 output power ( cont. ) figure 2.1.2 (h) model 360-asx output derating curves.
Section 2 specifications 21 2.1.2 output power ( cont. ) figure 2.1.2 (i) model 3120-asx output derating curves.
Section 2 specifications 22 2.1.3 output power factor the asx-series power source is designed to operate into any load power factor. However, the derating charts of figures 2.1.2(a-h) should be consulted for system capabilities at specific output power factors. 2.1.4 output frequency the output freq...
Section 2 specifications 23 2.1.8 output bandwidth the output bandwidth of the asx-series power source is listed below. Full power: 15 to 400 hz (±0.10 db [± 1%]) 400 to 1,200 hz (±0.25 db [± 3%]) small signal: 5 to 2,500 hz (±0.5 db [±6%]) ( rated at 10% of full-scale output voltage ) 2.1.9 load tr...
Section 2 specifications 24 2.2 mechanical specifications this paragraph describes the mechanical characteristics of the asx-series power sources. 2.2.1 dimensions dimensions of the asx-series power sources are listed below. Model 115-asx height: 5.25" [134 mm]; 3 rack unit width: 19.00" [483 mm] (f...
Section 2 specifications 25 2.2.1 dimensions (cont.) model 160-asx power source: height: 8.75" [222 mm]; 5 rack unit width: 19.00" [483 mm] (front panel); 16.75" [426 mm] (chassis) depth: 23.12" [587 mm] (measured from back side of front panel, excludes terminal blocks) weight: 120 lbs. [55 kg] refe...
Section 2 specifications 26 2.2.1 dimensions (cont.) model 345-asx power source: height: 8.75" [222 mm]; 5 rack unit width: 19.00" [483 mm] (front panel); 16.75" [426 mm] (chassis) depth: 23.12" [587 mm] (measured from back side of front panel, excludes terminal blocks) weight: 125 lbs. [57 kg] refe...
Section 2 specifications 27 2.2.1 dimensions (cont.) model 3120-asx power source: height: 15.75" [401 mm]; 9 rack unit width: 19.00" [483 mm] (front panel); 17.00" [432 mm] (chassis) depth: 28.0" [712 mm] weight: 244 lbs [111 kg] refer to figure 2.2.3 for the outline drawing of the model 3120-asx. M...
Section 2 specifications 28 2.2.2 input power connection ( cont.) figure 2.2.1 outline drawing, models 115, 120, 315, & 320-asx u p c 1 p r o g r a m m a b l e c o n t r o l l e r.
Section 2 specifications 29 2.2.2 input power connection ( cont.) h e l p u p c 3 p r o g r a m m a b l e c o n t r o l l e r e x e c u t e c l e a r e n t e r e d i t p r o g r a m d i s p l a y figure 2.2.2 outline drawing, models 140,160,345,360-asx.
Section 2 specifications 30 2.2.2 input power connection ( cont.) figure 2.2.3 outline drawing, model 3120-asx ! ! ! ! I n p u t p o w e r o u t p u t p o w e r o u t p u t c o u p l i n g o u t p u t f o r m o n o f f d i r e c t t r a n s f o r m e r 1 p h a s e 2 p h a s e 3 p h a s e o n / a u t...
Section 2 specifications 31 2.2.2 input power connection ( cont.) figure 2.2.4 outline drawing, models 140,160,345 & 360-asx magnetics module.
Section 2 specifications 32 2.2.2 input power connection ( cont.) figure 2.2.5 outline drawing, model 3120-asx magnetics module front view side view rear view exhaust air i/o connectors air intake air intake.
Section 2 specifications 33 2.2.3 output power connection output power is taken from the asx-series power source via rear panel mounted terminal blocks. 2.2.4 chassis slide mounts the chassis of most asx-series power source models is designed to accept slide rails. These are provided as a cost optio...
34 section 3 installation 3 installation this section describes the installation of the asx-series ac power source. 3.1 chassis placement the asx-series power source is designed to fit into the standard 19 inch rack. Provisions for mounting slide rails are included in most chassis. The asx can also ...
Section 3 installation 35 3.1 chassis placement (cont.) the first step in setting the chassis into place is to remove it from its shipping container. The next step is to select an appropriate location for the unit. Key points to consider when locating the chassis are: 1. Proximity to the load - the ...
Section 3 installation 36 3.2 output voltage range configurations this paragraph describes the configuration of the output voltage range for the asx-series power source. The asx-series power source can be configured for several different output voltage ranges. The standard output configurations are:...
Section 3 installation 37 3.2.1 output voltage range configuration, model 115-asx this paragraph describes the configuration of the output voltage range for the model 115-asx power source. This model can be configured for either 0-132 vac l-n , 0-198 vac l-n , 0-264 vac l-n , or 0-330 vac l-n . The ...
Section 3 installation 38 3.2.2 output voltage range, models 115-asx ( cont. ) figure 3.2.1 model 115-asx output voltage range configuration.
Section 3 installation 39 3.2.2 output voltage range, models 120-asx and 320-asx the output voltage range for the models 120-asx and 320-asx power sources is 0-150 vac l-n , direct-coupled. Transformer ratio the transformer ratio setting of the upc is always set to 0.0 in these models. (refer to the...
Section 3 installation 40 3.2.3 output voltage range configuration, model 315-asx ( cont. ) figure 3.2.2 model 315-asx output voltage range configuration.
Section 3 installation 41 3.2.4 output voltage range configuration, models 140-asx, 160-asx, 345-asx, and 360-asx this paragraph describes the configuration of the output voltage range for the models 140-asx, 345-asx, and 360-asx power sources. These models can be configured for either 0-135 vac l-n...
Section 3 installation 42 3.2.4 output voltage range configuration, models 140-asx, 160- asx, 345-asx, and 360-asx ( cont. ) figure 3.2.3 models 140, 160, 345, & 360-asx output voltage range configuration.
Section 3 installation 43 3.2.5 output voltage range configuration, model 3120-asx this paragraph describes the configuration of the output voltage range for the model 3120-asx power source. This model can be configured for either 0-135 vac l-n , 0-203 vac l-n , 0-270 vac l-n , or 0-338 vac l-n . Th...
Section 3 installation 44 3.2.5 output voltage range configuration, model 3120-asx ( cont. ) (top cover cut away) xfmer lead vr 1.5 output voltage range configuration top view tb 1 tb 2 tb 4 tb 6 tb 3 tb 5 vr 2.0 vr 2.5 tx - 1 tx - 2 tx - 3 tx - 4 tx - 5 tx - 6 tx - 7 tx - 8 tx - 9 tx - 10 tbx - a5 ...
Section 3 installation 45 3.3 input power connection this paragraph describes configuration of input voltage form and requirements of the input wiring for the asx-series power source. Since each model varies, each is discussed in a separate paragraph. Please refer to the appropriate paragraph for th...
Section 3 installation 46 3.3.1 input voltage configuration, model 115-asx ( cont.) figure 3.3.1 model 115-asx input voltage configuration.
Section 3 installation 47 3.3.2 input voltage configuration, models 120-asx and 320-asx the 120-asx and 320-asx power sources have been designed to accept most standard single phase input voltage forms. This is accomplished through the use of a tapped, dual primary, input power transformer. Configur...
Section 3 installation 48 3.3.2 input voltage configuration, models 120-asx and 320-asx (cont.) figure 3.3.2 models 120-asx and 320-asx input voltage configuration.
Section 3 installation 49 3.3.3 input voltage configuration, model 315-asx the 315-asx power source has been designed to accept most standard single phase input voltage forms. This is accomplished through the use of a tapped, dual primary, input power transformer. Configuring the proper input form i...
Section 3 installation 50 3.3.3 input voltage configuration, model 315-asx ( cont. ) figure 3.3.3 model 315-asx input voltage configuration.
Section 3 installation 51 3.3.4 input voltage configuration, models 140, 160, 345, and 360-asx the 140-asx, 160-asx, 345-asx, and 360-asx power sources have been designed to accept most standard three phase input voltage forms. This is accomplished through the use of a tapped input power transformer...
Section 3 installation 52 3.3.4 input voltage configuration, models 140,160, 345 and 360-asx (cont.) figure 3.3.4 models 140, 160, 345, and 360-asx input voltage configuration.
Section 3 installation 53 3.3.5 input voltage configuration, model 3120-asx the 3120-asx power source has been designed to accept most standard three phase input voltage forms. This is accomplished through the use of a tapped input power transformer. Configuring the proper input form is simply a mat...
Section 3 installation 54 3.3.5 input voltage configuration, model 3120-asx ( cont. ) (bottom cover cut away) 1. Some detail omitted for clarity input voltage form from harness 208 vac delta (Øa) wire to t1-a1 (Øb) wire to t1-b1 (Øc) wire to t1-c1 jumpers xfmr to xfmr jumper t1-a1 to t1-c2 jumper t1...
Section 3 installation 55 3.3.6 input power wiring requirements the models 115-asx, 120-asx, 140-asx, 160-asx, 315-asx, 320-asx, 345-asx, and 360-asx are supplied with an input power cord. Install an appropriate plug onto the end of the power cord and connect to the proper outlet. Refer to the table...
Section 3 installation 56 3.3.6 input power wiring requirements ( cont.) w ir e t a b l e in p u t v o l t a g e f o r m 2 0 8 v a c 2 2 0 v a c 2 4 0 v a c 2 2 0 /3 8 0 v a c d e l t a d e l t a d e l t a 2 4 0 /4 1 6 v a c 1 2 a w g t h w n o r s o −1 0 −5 1 0 a w g t h w n o r s o −8 −4 m in im u...
Section 3 installation 57 3.4 output power connection this paragraph describes connection of the load to the asx-series power source. 3.4.1 single phase output to operate an asx-series power source with single phase output, set the controller for form1. Figures 3.4.1.1 and 3.4.1.2 show a single phas...
Section 3 installation 58 3.4.1 single phase output ( cont.) figure 3.4.1.1 models 115,120,140,160,315,320,345 & 360-asx single phase output connection.
Section 3 installation 59 3.4.1 single phase output ( cont.) rear view chs (grn) lo (wht) hi (blk) chassis connection attached to stud as shown to user load ! ! ! ! Figure 3.4.1.2 3120-asx single phase output connection.
Section 3 installation 60 3.4.2 split phase output to operate an asx-series power source with split phase output, set the controller for form2. The wiring requirements for 1φ, direct-coupled or split phase loads are shown in figures 3.4.2.1 and 3.4.2.2. Split phase or 2 phase operation is defined to...
Section 3 installation 61 3.4.2 split phase output ( cont. ) ! ! Figure 3.4.2.1 split phase output connection.
Section 3 installation 62 3.4.2 split phase output ( cont. ) ! ! ! ! Figure 3.4.2.2 split phase output connection.
Section 3 installation 63 3.4.3 three phase output . To operate an asx-series power source with three phase output, set the controller for form3. Figures 3.4.3.1 and 3.4.3.2 show a three phase load connected to the output of an asx-series 3φ power source the output power is taken from the terminal b...
Section 3 installation 64 3.4.3 three phase output ( cont. ) figure 3.4.3.1 three phase output connection.
Section 3 installation 65 3.4.3 three phase output ( cont. ) ! ! ! ! Figure 3.4.3.2 three phase output connection.
Section 3 installation 66 3.4.4 transformer outputs - special considerations output grounding the output of the asx-series power source is electrically isolated from the input power and earth ground. This allows the user to establish a local ground for the output of the power source. The asx-series ...
Section 3 installation 67 3.5 connection of system control unit (scu) this paragraph describes the connection of the system control unit (scu) to an asx-series power source. Figure 3.5.1 shows the scu connected to the model 360-asx power source. (other models are connected similarly.) in this config...
Section 3 installation 68 3.5 connection of system control unit (scu) ( cont. ) figure 3.5.1 scu connection.
Section 3 installation 69 3.6 remote interface the upc-series programmable controller is supplied with one of two remote interfaces. These are the gpib (general purpose interface bus) or rs-232 interface. Connection information relative to these interfaces is described in detail in the upc-series op...
Section 3 installation 70 3.8 external sense connection this paragraph describes connection of external sense leads to the asx-series power source. External sense wire size and methods are discussed. The asx-series power source contains external sense circuits. These circuits measure output voltage ...
Section 3 installation 71 3.8 external sense connection ( cont.) figure 3.8.1 models 115, 120, 140, 160, 315, 320, 345, & 360-asx external sense connection.
Section 3 installation 72 3.8 external sense connection ( cont.) ! ! ! ! Figure 3.8.2 model 3120-asx external sense connection.
73 section 4 operation 4 operation this section describes the operation of an asx-series ac power source. The procedure described in the following paragraphs is a general procedure common to all systems (except as noted). This procedure does not detail operation of a specific controller. Refer to th...
Section 4 operation 74 4.1 front panel controls ( cont. ) model 360−asx w/ upc−3 controller 1. Input power switch 3. Output coupling indicators 4. Output form inidcators 2. Output power switch and indicators figure 4.1 front panel controls.
Section 4 operation 75 4.2 initial power-up this paragraph describes the procedure used to turn on the asx-series power source for the first time. The steps below are the recommended order of operation. 1. For new installations, check input connections (including proper input voltage). Do not connec...
Section 4 operation 76 4.3 routine power-up this paragraph describes the procedure used to turn on the asx-series power source after if has been verified that the installation is correct. The steps below are the recommended order of operation. 1. Set the output power switch to the off position. Swit...
Section 4 operation 77 4.4 system turn-off this paragraph describes the procedure used to turn off the asx-series power source. The asx-series power source is turned off by: 1. Setting the output power switch to the off position. 2. Opening the input power circuit breaker. 4.5 system shutdown this p...
Section 4 operation 78 4.5.2 resetting shutdown faults the shutdown fault is reset as follows: 1. Set the output power switch to the off position. 2. Wait for the shutdown led to extinguish. This led will remain lighted until the condition which caused the shutdown to occur has been corrected. In th...
Section 4 operation 79 4.6.1 system architecture the asx-series power source output can be configured for single, split, and three phase voltage forms. Figure 4.6.1 is a simplified block diagram of the possible output architectures. Only the direct-coupled output forms are shown. All of the forms ca...
Section 4 operation 80 4.6.1 system architecture (cont.) the three phase output systems can be used as 1 or 2 phase systems. This is accomplished by setting the controller for the appropriate output form and then connecting the load accordingly. Systems which contain a upc-series programmable contro...
81 section 5 maintenance 5 maintenance this section describes the maintenance of the asx-series ac power source. 5.1 maintenance interval maintenance of the models 115-asx, 120-asx, 315-asx, and 320-asx power sources is required once every six months and consists of performing regular calibration. M...
82 section 6 calibration 6 calibration this section describes the calibration of the asx-series ac power source. 6.1 calibration interval the asx-series power source requires calibration once every six months or after service has been performed to the system. 6.2 test equipment requirements the test...
Section 6 calibration 83 6.3 calibration procedure the calibration procedure which follows verifies that system gains are set properly and that the system performance, relative to output power capability is intact. Gains in various signal paths within the controller are adjusted by the procedure of ...
Section 6 calibration 84 6.3.2 power source load test this paragraph describes the test to be used to verify that the power source is able to deliver rated load. Additionally, the output metering function of the controller is also checked. The test proceeds in the manner below. 1. Set the power sour...
85 section 7 service 7 service this section describes service of the asx-series ac power source. 7.1 service procedure the asx-series power source contains no user serviceable parts. Service is accomplished by returning the unit to the factory or authorized service center. Under some circumstances, ...
Section 7 service 86 7.3 sub-assembly and chassis component part numbers the factory part numbers given in the following sections are provided to aid the user in obtaining spare or repair sub-assemblies and components where the factory has given permission, in advance, for the user to perform field ...
Section 7 service 87 7.3.3 factory part numbers, model 140-asx (part number 143013) sub-assembly factory part no. Led display pcb: 139071 control/logic pcb: 139078 auxiliary pcb: 140073 low voltage power supply/fan speed cont. Pcb: 139074 power amplifier pcb: 140070 chassis component factory part no...
Section 7 service 88 7.3.5 factory part numbers, model 315-asx (part number 143145) sub-assembly factory part no. Led display pcb: 139071 low voltage power supply/fan speed cant. Pcb: 139074 control/logic pcb: 139078 power amplifier pcb: 140076 output filter pcb: 140075 input filter pcb: 140079 chas...
Section 7 service 89 7.3.7 factory part numbers, model 345-asx (part number 143016) sub-assembly factory part no. Led display pcb: 139071 control/logic pcb: 139078 auxiliary pcb: 140073 low voltage power supply/fan speed cant. Pcb: 139074 power amplifier pcb: 140070 chassis component factory part no...
Section 7 service 90 7.3.9 factory part numbers, model 3120-asx (part number 143008) sub-assembly factory part no. Led display pcb: 139071 controlllogic pcb: 134275 power amplifier pcb: 140070 relay delay pcb: 150030 chassis component factory part no. Reference designators input circuit breaker: 716...
91 index a airflow ..................................................... 36, 38 amps to volts ratio setting 115-asx ................................................... 40 120/320-asx ............................................ 40 140/160/345/360-asx .............................. 44 3120-asx .........
Index 92 v ventilation ...................................................... 38 w warning ............................... 2, 3, 37, 48, 58, 62 wye connection form ....................................... 82 external sense connection ....................... 74 input voltage forms .......................
Section 9 modifcations 93 section 9 modifications and change notices 9 modifications and change notices in cases where customer specified modifications have been installed in the equipment, the modifications will be described on the following pages. If present, be sure to notice any special instruct...