Pulse Mode AC Current Sources
Current generators of the GI-IS Series are pulsed sources of AC current. Models cover 900A to 40kA for pulse operation with up to 300kVA of pulsed output power. The GI-IS Series units supply a very stable AC current in all load conditions at a variable frequency from 40 to 200Hz, providing sinusoidal or arbitrary current waveforms. Up to three current ranges per unit are provided, with manual or automatic selection. Equipped with a modern and easy to use front panel interface with a large LCD display, the controllers of the GI-IS Series offer advanced capabilities for current test applications.
Standard low power units are built into 19” racks or table cases. High power units are built into 19” cabinets on wheels.
Ideally suited for lab applications (R&D), the GI Series finds a great role in final product testing. Remote control is via the standard isolated RS232 and RS485, or optional USB, LAN, and Fiber Optic Interfaces. Analog inputs (Booster inputs) are available as well and allow the units to be used as current amplifiers using external analog signals. The GI-IS can also be used as a boost amplifier to reproduce arbitrary current waveforms. In addition, eight Digital inputs/outputs allow the GI-IS Series to be perfectly integrated in manufacturing lines.
Specially developed for the test of circuit breakers, the GI-IS Series is equipped with a sequencer and timer, allowing to set current and test time and measuring accurately the trip time with a resolution up to 1ms. Different modes like ramp, drop out and loop are available in order to create test program and sequences following norms or custom manufacturer procedures. They are able to deliver continuous current of 1/3 time Imax as well.
Front Panel Controls
The sealed and splash proof membrane keypad of the GI-IS Series holds up well in harsh production environments and make for easy operator control. The large back-lit LCD display provides large readout of settings and test results for the operator to see. Test sequences can be programmed from the front panel as needed and locked down to prevent unauthorized changes. Test results include trip current levels and trip duration with msec resolution.
AL Manager Software
The optional GI-Software allows remote control of the GI-IS Series through various available interfaces. Test sequences can be created and saved for engineering or production use.
- Pulsed Current from 900A to 40kA
- Output Power from 5kVA to 300kVA
- Output Frequency: 40-200Hz
- Single and Three-Phase Systems
- Possibility of Paralleling to 1MVA or 100kA
- Pulse Mode Operation, max. duration 2 secs
- Up to 3 Output Current Ranges
- Integrated Timer and Sequencer with up to 30 steps
- Measurement of Trip Time for Fuse and CB test
- Ramp, Drop-out, Loop Modes
- Easy Maintenance and Calibration
- Access to PID Regulation Parameters
- Windows® Software GI-Manager
- Thermal and magnetic tests of switches, breakers,relays or fuses with trip-time measurements
- Heating tests of electrical contacts
- Tests of coils and transformers
- Tests and calibration of measurement instruments
Available Configurations
Power Module |
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5kVA |
7.5kVA |
10kVA |
15kVA |
20kVA |
30kVA |
50kVA |
75kVA |
100kVA |
150kVA |
200kVA |
300kVA |
Current (Pulsed) |
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900A |
1300A |
2500A |
3500A |
5000A |
6000A |
8000A |
10kA |
20kA |
30kA |
40kA |
Option | Description |
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/M-GI-SW | Software including arbitrary waveforms for single phase unit |
/M3-GI-SW | Software including arbitrary waveforms for 3 phase system |
/PID | PID software, access to PID-regulation parameters |
/Rack | 19” Rack instead of cabinet (available up to 5kVA) |
/Rack-V | Rack for vertical built-in mounting (up to 5kVA) |
/3-Rack | 19” Rack with connections for 3 phase systems |
/LAN | LAN interface |
/ROUT | Rear output connections |
/FOUT | Front output connections |
/SOUT | Special output connections |
/ATE | Without Front panel control and display, for system integration |
/USB | USB interface |
/CONS | Separate control unit (3 meter / 10 ft cable) |
/F-I/O | Connections I/O and serial on front side |
/R-I/O | Connections I/O and serial on rear panel |
/F-ms | Main switch on front side |
/R-ms | Main switch on rear panel |