PPS AFX Series Programmable AC & DC Power Sources

AC or DC Test Power Re-imagined

The AFX Series is a family of high power, single, split and three phase, AC, DC and AC+DC output capable Power Sources. Available models range from 6 kVA to 180 kVA. Using a modern user interface for ease of use, the AFX Series is cost effective and fully programmable for both basic frequency conversion and advanced AC power line or DC power disturbance test applications. The AFX Series offers extended voltage and frequency ranges and standard analog and digital I/O functions.

Looking for a more basic AC only power source? Check out the ADF Series, also from Pacific Power Source.

The AFX Series consists of a range of High Power Switching AC, DC and AC+DC capable Power Sources covering a power range from 6 kVA to 180 kVA and higher if needed. All AFX models offer single, split and three phase output configurations. The AFX is a state-of-the-art design using the latest digital power conversion technologies. Power density is among the highest in the industry allowing 15 kVA/kW of power in only 4U (7″) of rack space.

Great emphasis has been placed on energy efficiency, ease of installation, and maximum power per cubic inch of rack space. Control and operational features provide a high degree of application versatility and ease of use for the test engineer. Applications range from simple, manually controlled frequency conversion to harmonic immunity testing and sophisticated transient simulation.

Power conversion within the AFX Series is achieved by digitally controlled, high frequency pulse width modulation, resulting in cool, quiet and efficient operation. Some AFX models can be upgraded by customer service to provide higher power output using our POWER FLEX upgrade program.

The new for 2018 A versions of the AFX now include standard analog and digital I/O functions, scope function for voltage and current waveform capture, programmable output impedance and harmonic analysis measurements. Frequency range has been expanded to cover 1Hz through 3000Hz (with some power and voltage restrictions) and extended output voltage range to 333VLN / 576VLL.

• AC Output, DC Output, AC+DC Output
• DC, 15 to 1,200 Hz Frequency Range full power, 1 to 3000Hz Frequency Range extension
• Single, Constant Power mode 333V L-N/576V L-L/425Vdc voltage range offers wider operating range
• Precision True-RMS metering of Volts, Amps, Power, VA, Power Factor and Crest Factor
• Waveform capture scope function for voltage and current on all phases
• Harmonic measurement for voltage and current on all phases
• Extensive Analog and Digital I/O for ATE and system integration
• Available PPSC Manager Windows grapical user interface
• Also compatible with legacy UPC Studio graphical user interface
• 1, 2 or 3 Phase Switch Selectable Output from front panel or bus command
• Sine, Square, Triangle, THD and Arbitrary waveforms
• Available in 208-240V or 380-480V 3 Phase AC input with Active PFC
• 200 stored programs for both static and dynamic Transient Testing
• Continuous Self Calibration (CSC)
• Precision Voltage Programming – 0.02% with CSC engaged in AC and DC modes
• Standard Models in Power Levels from 6 kVA to 150 kVA. Contact us for higher power.
• Standard RS-232, USB and Ethernet Interface with SCPI compatibility
• GPIB Interface Option
• LXI Compliant LAN/Ethernet with embedded web server
• IVI Instruments drivers
• CE (EMC/Safety) and Nemko (Safety) Marks
• POWER FLEX upgrade program allows units to be retrofitted for higher power output

AC or DC Test Power

The AFX Series Power Source is equipped with several powerful Digital Signal Processors to create a fully integrated test system. It supplies a variety of power conditions to the device under test and meters all output performance parameters.

AC+DC Test Power

Special test requirements such the application of a DC offset on an AC line or AC ripple on a DC supply output are supported by selecting the AC+DC Mode of operation.

EMC Compliance Test Power

The AFX Series is also the foundation for our line of Power Line Emissions and Immunity EMC Test Systems, the ECTS2 Series. These systems are used to test for compliance to IEC Harmonics, Flicker and Immunity for AC power or DC power products that must meet CE mark requirements for export to Europe.

Frequency/Voltage Conversion

The AFX Series is an excellent source of stable AC voltage over the frequency range of 1 to 3,000 Hz. The output frequency is accurate to 0.01%.

Phase Conversion

With the ability to provide singe, split and three-phase outputs, the AFX Series is the perfect choice to provide 1 Phase to 2 or 3 Phase or 3 Phase to 1 Phase conversion.

Controller

The AFX Series controller offers both manual and full programmable control. Front panel operation is menu driven using a combination of direct access menu keys to the left of the large color display and 5 soft keys located on the right of the display. The rotary knob can be used to scroll through menu fields and doubles as an ENTER key. The same knob allows for slewing of output parameters. A full decimal keypad is provided as well for direct parameter entry. The AFX can also be operated remotely from one of its included remote interfaces. Operation from a web browser via LAN or USB is also supported through the embedded web server of the AFX.

Protective Transit Cases for Mobile Applications

Pacific Power Source offers rugged transit cases to protect your AC Source from adverse environmental conditions for mobile and/or military applications.

Specific benefits:

• Environmental Protection (shock, vibration, moisture, heat),
• Unrestricted Equipment Operation,
• Quick Cover Removal & Installation,
• Integrated wheels and Handles,
• Stainless Steel Latches.
• Available for following AFX models:
• 5U: 360AFX, 390AFX, 3120AFX, 3150ASX