ACP SERIES
FEATURES
x Microprocessor based, crystal referenced, synthesized sine wave
x Independent or simultaneous control of 3 phase voltage
x Remote programming and measurement
x Front panel programming and measurement
x IEEE-488 interface included
x Low distortion, wide bandwidth linear amplifier
ACP-250 ACP-3000
PRECISION, HIGH QUALITY POWER FOR COMPUTER CONTROLLED APPLICATIONS
Behlman’s ACP Series programmable AC Power Sources The ACP series has many unique features including low output
deliver clean, regulated linear power. Models provide from 250 distortion, wide bandwidth, fast transient response, rapid
VA up to 9000 VA of power at output frequencies from 45 to programming, independent control of phase voltage and phase
10,000 Hz. The ACP Series combines highly advanced angle control.
magnetics with solid state circuitry and computer
programmability. A feedback system in the power amplifier ensures tight
regulation and low distortion. Built-in test (BIT) circuits
Programming is accomplished via a front panel keyboard or continuously perform fault monitoring and diagnostic self test.
through a built-in IEEE-488 interface. ACP Series units allow Sophisticated electronic overload and short circuit protection
for programming of simulated events such as voltage dropouts, systems recover instantly when an overload is removed.
transients and surges and provide truly independent The ACP Series is ideal for a variety of automatic test and
measurements of output while tests are in progress. manufacturing applications.
All rated specifications are based on 25 degree C ambient temperature, nominal input line, unity power factor and operation at
74 to 100% of voltage output range, unless otherwise specified.
Specifications subject to change without prior notice.
Table 1: ACP SERIES MODEL SELECTION
Output Current/Phase
Power Output Dimensions
(Amps) Weight. No. of
Model Number 19” (48.3 cm) Rack-mount
135 V 270 V lbs (kgs) chassis
Rated Maximum chassis H” x D” (cm)
range range
Single-phase output models
ACP-250 250 VA 335 VA 2.5 1.3 40 (18.2) 5.25” x 22” (13.3 x 55.9) 1
ACP-750 750 VA 1000 VA 7.5 3.8 69 (31.3) 7.00” x 22” (17.8 x 55.9) 1
ACP-1500 1500 VA 2025 VA 15.0 7.5 126 (57.2) 14.00” x 22” (35.6 x 55.9) 2
ACP-3000 3000 VA 4050 VA 30.0 15.0 189 (85.8) 21.00” x 22” (53.3 x 55.9) 3
Three-phase output models
ACP-3X100 300 VA 400VA 1.0 0.5 45 (20.4) 5.25” x 24” (13.3 x 60.9) 1
ACP-3X500 Note 1 1500 VA 2025 VA 5.0 2.5 153 (69.5) 14.00” x 22” (35.6 x 55.9) 2
1. Five chassis mounted in cabinet with casters, dimensions: 51.3”H x 32.7”D x 24.2”W (130.3 x 83.1 x 61.5 cm)
2. Designed to meet the requirements of IEC testing, includes Option 01 and 08/411… output impedance less than 10 milli-ohms
3. Requires an additional 7” (17.8 cm) chassis with Option 02
INPUT OUTPUT
Voltage: Power: See Table 1
Voltage: 0-135, 0-270 VAC, or Autorange...
ACP-250—ACP-1500 and ACP-3X100—ACP-3X500 Automatic range change at 135 VAC Switch
selectable or IEEE-488 programmable
Standard:115/230 VAC +/- 10%, 1-phase Option 06: 0-34, 0-135 VAC, or Autorange...
Option 05:100/200 VAC +/- 10%, 1-phase Note : Current output on 0-34VAC range is 4 times the
0–135VAC range per phase up to maximum of
30 Amps per phase
ACP-3000 Frequency: 45-2500 Hz
Standard:120/208 VAC +/- 10%, 3-phase Option 07: 45-10000 Hz
Option 03:230/400 VAC +/- 10%, 3-phase Current: See Table 1
Option 04:240/415 VAC +/- 10%, 3-phase Peak current: 200% of rated output current... Repetitive
current required to charge a capacitor in a
Frequency: 48-72 Hz typical diode capacitor filter
PROTECTIVE CIRCUITS .
Power Factor: 100% of rated output into any power factor
Input: Fast-acting main circuit breaker
load … (unity to zero, leading or lagging)
Overload: Electronic overload and short circuit Distortion: Less then 1.0% THD at rated power output
protection, folds back the voltage and in into linear load, up to 2500 Hz
instantaneously recovers when the over Less then 2.0%THD at rated power output
load is removed into linear load, up to 10000 Hz
Thermal: Internal temperature sensor prevents Max. Power Output: Obtainable at 100% of either
heat damage output voltage range
Max. Output Current : Up to 120% of rated current output
ENVIRONMENTAL / CONNECTIONS for a maximum of one-half hour
Operating Temp: 32° F to 131° F (0-55° C) Line Regulation: +/- 0.1% for +/- 10% line change
Humidity: 0-95% RH non-condensing Load Regulation: +/- 0.5% no load to full load
Input Connections: Barrier strip on rear Amplifier response: 50 microseconds to 90% of
Output Connections: Barrier strip on rear programmed value
Remote Control: IEEE-488 connector
Table 2: SETTING AND MEASUREMENT SPECIFICATIONS (Measured at output sense terminals)
Setting / Programming Measurement
Parameters
Accuracy
Resolution Accuracy Resolution
( +/- 1 LSD )
+/- 0.2% of max. Volts +/- 0.2% of max. Volts +/- 0.3%
Voltage 0.1 V 0.1 V
+/- 0.4% of max. Volts (Opt.02) of max. Volts (Opt.02)
< 1KHz: 0.1 Hz
+/- 0.005% of setting
Frequency 0.1 Hz > 1KHz: 1.0 Hz, +/- 0.005% of reading
0.1 Hz (Opt.02)
≤ 2.5A*: 0.001 Amps +/- 0.5% of max. output current
Current NA NA ≤ 25A*: 0.01 Amps +/- 0.7% of max. output current
> 25A*: 0.1 Amps (Opt. 02)
Current Same as current +/- 2.0% of max. output current
NA NA
monitor measurement resolution of low range...See Note 2
Current Same as current
+/- 0.7% of max. output current NA NA
Limit (Opt. 02) measurement resolution
Phase angle
1.0 degree +/- 1.0 degree NA NA
Ref. phase A
< 1000 VA/ Ø*: 0.001
True Power
NA NA > 1000 VA/ Ø*: 0.01 +/- 2% of power output
(Opt. 02)
* at rated output current
+/- 0.03 from 10 to 100% of
Power Factor
NA NA 0.001 max. Volts and 10 to 120% of
(Opt. 02)
output current of low range
STANDARD FEATURES CONTROLS/INDICATORS
Remote Interface: IEEE-488 (GPIB) Listener/ Talker Power On/Off: Circuit breaker and indicator
controls all operating parameters Display: 40 character, alphanumeric, blue vacuum
and reports measured values in fluorescent display
addition to operating status. Displayed Information:
Self Test: A user requested test which compares Any combination of 3 (4 on 3 phase
published specs with actual output models) of the following measurements
values… out of tolerance conditions are are available:
indicated via the front panel display ● Frequency
and remote Interface ● Voltage (by phase)
Internal Fault monitor: ● Current (by phase)
Examines operating conditions and ● Phase Angle on 3 phase models
parameters on a continuous basis. Programming Information Internal self
Parameters include: test / fault monitor error status
● Input line voltage Option 02:
● Internal cabinet temperature ● True Power (by phase)
● Output characteristics in relation to ● Power Factor (by phase)
specifications. Faults are reported Data entry: Alphanumeric Keypad
via the front panel display and Remote Output On/Off: Toggle switch
Interface Range Select: 3 position rotary switch for selecting
High Rate Programming: output range. There is a 200-300 msec
Allows host computer to program rapid output dead-time when the voltage
voltage and frequency deviations of less transitions through the range boundary
than 200 microseconds per step in auto-range setting.
Programming: Independent or simultaneous
programming of output voltage, current
monitor, current limit and independent
phase measurements on three-phase units
Option 01: Event Programming Option 02: True RMS measurements
Includes all of the standard features and features designed Includes all standard features, Option 01 features and
to simulate events such as line dropouts, voltage adds true RMS responding measurement of voltage,
transients, surges, etc. current, true power and power factor, plus a user
Number of Events Four programmable output current limit
Voltage
Changes / Event: Up to three The current limit maintains current at user
Programming: 0-100% of selected voltage range programmed value by automatically adjusting output
Timing voltage amplitude...replaces adjustable current monitor
Duration: 0 to 6553.5 milliseconds
Resolution: 0.1 millisecond
Accuracy: 0.1 millisecond except at 0 duration,
then 0.2 milliseconds
Programmable Transition Time ADDITIONAL OPTIONS:
Allows user to specify a point in time when programmed 08: Expanded event programming (requires Option 01)
voltage changes occur after zero crossing Enhanced programming capabilities to include:
Delay ● Frequency transients
Range: 0-25.5 milliseconds ● Phase angle transients
Resolution: 0.1 milliseconds ● 16 Events with arbitrary length and command order
Accuracy: +/- 0.1 milliseconds ● Precision delays
Repeatability: +/- 0.05 milliseconds ● Greater then 7 Kilobytes of battery backed-up
Accuracy of zero crossing trigger: storage RAM
+/- 0.1 milliseconds ● Timed linear ramps of amplitude, frequency &
External Frequency Sync Input phase angles
Allows output to be frequency synchronized to external 08/160C: Preprogrammed events for RTCA/DO-160C testing
source 08/411: Preprogrammed events for CEI/IEC 61000-4-1
Input: testing
2-10 V peak square wave 08/704D: Preprogrammed events for MIL-STD-704D testing
(50% duty cycle) 09: Bi-directional RS-232 Interface
Phase Lock: +/- 5 degrees referenced to zero 10: Provides the ability to incorporate three user defined
crossing of output waveforms in addition to the standard sine wave.
Frequency Sync Output 13: Allows user to parallel phases on three phase
5.1 volt square wave synchronized to "A" phase models
Voltage/Frequency Transition Trigger Output CE: Available with CE mark
Five volt pulse of approximately 20 microseconds duration
generated at the time a programmed voltage or frequency
change takes place
Output Inhibit
Allows output to be disabled remotely by a high level TTL
input
ACP-SS.012 Jan.07
