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Instruction Manual
SL2KW SERIES
SPELLMAN
HIGH VOLTAGE ELECTRONICS
CORPORATION
One Commerce Park
Valhalla, New York, 10595
SAFETY
THIS POWER SUPPLY GENERATES VOLTAGES THAT ARE DANGEROUS AND MAY BE FATAL.
OBSERVE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN WORKING WITH THIS EQUIPMENT.
Allow five minutes for discharge of internal capacitance of the power supply.
SERVICING SAFETY
.
Maintenance may require removing the instrument cover with the power on.
WARNING note in the text call attention to hazards in operation of these units
that could lead to possible injury or death.
Copyright © 2000, Spellman High Voltage Electronics Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
This information contained in this publication is derived in part from proprietary and patent data. This information has
been prepared for the express purpose of assisting operating and maintenance personnel in the efficient use of the
model described herein, and publication of this information does not convey any right to reproduce it or to use it for
any purpose other than in connection with installation, operation, and maintenance of the equipment described.
118004-001 REV. B
WICHTIGE SICHERHEITSHINWEISE
SICHERHEIT
DIESES HOCHSPANNUNGSNETZTEIL ERZEUGT LEBENSGEFÄHRLICHE HOCHSPANNUNG.
SEIN SIE SEHR VORSICHTIG BEI DER ARBEIT MIT DIESEM GERÄT.
Berühren Sie die Stecker des Netzteiles nur, wenn das Gerät ausgeschaltet ist und die elektrischen
Kapazitäten des Netzteiles und der angeschlossenen Last entladen sind.
Die internen Kapazitäten des Hochspannungsnetzteiles benötigen ca. 5 Minuten, um sich zu entladen.
Erden Sie sich nicht, und arbeiten Sie nicht in feuchter oder nasser Umgebung.
SERVICESICHERHEIT
Notwendige Reparaturen können es erforderlich machen, den Gehäusedeckel während des Betriebes zu
entfernen.
“WARNING” im folgenden Text weist auf gefährliche Operationen hin, die zu Verletzungen oder zum Tod
führen können.
“CAUTION” im folgenden Text weist auf Prozeduren hin, die genauestens befolgt werden müssen, um
eventuelle Beschädigungen des Gerätes zu vermeiden.
118004-001 REV. B
PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANTES POUR VOTRE SECURITE
CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ
CETTE ALIMENTATION GÉNÈRE DES TENSIONS QUI SONT DANGEUREUSES ET PEUVENT ÊTRE FATALES.
SOYEZ EXTRÊMENT VIGILANTS LORSQUE VOUS UTILISEZ CET ÉQUIPEMENT.
Ne touchez pas les connectiques sans que l’équipement soit éteint et que la capacité à la fois de la charge et de
l’alimentation soient déchargées.
Ne vous mettez pas à la masse, ou ne travaillez pas sous conditions mouillées ou humides.
Les réparations doivent être effectuées par une personne qualifiée et connaissant les risques électriques.
Dans le manuel, les notes marquées « WARNING » attire l’attention sur les risques lors de la manipulation de ces
équipements, qui peuvent entrainer de possibles blessures voire la mort.
Dans le manuel, les notes marquées « CAUTION » indiquent les procédures qui doivent être suivies afin d’éviter
d’éventuels dommages sur l’équipement.
118004-001 REV. B
IMPORTANTI PRECAUZIONI DI SICUREZZA
SICUREZZA
QUESTO ALIMENTATORE GENERA TENSIONI CHE SONO PERICOLOSE E
POTREBBERO ESSERE MORTALI.
PONI ESTREMA CAUTELA QUANDO OPERI CON QUESO APPARECCHIO.
Gli alimentatori ad alta tensione devono sempre essere collegati ad un impianto di terra.
Non toccare le connessioni a meno che l’apparecchio sia stato spento e la capacità interna
del carico e dell’alimentatore stesso siano scariche.
Attendere cinque minuti per permettere la scarica della capacità interna dell’alimentatore
ad alta tensione.
Non mettere a terra il proprio corpo oppure operare in ambienti bagnati o saturi d’umidità.
Le note di CAUTELA contenute nel manuale, indicano le procedure da seguire per evitare
possibili danni all’apparecchio.
118004-001 REV. B
Table of Contents
PAGE
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Description of the SL2KW Series........................................................................1
1.2 Standard Features.................................................................................................2
1.2.1 Remote Operating Features ..................................................................2
1.2.2 System Status and Fault Diagnostic Display ........................................2
1.3 Options.................................................................................................................3
1.4 Interpreting the Model Number ...........................................................................4
3. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
3.1 Operation .............................................................................................................7
3.2 Standard Features.................................................................................................8
4. PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
4.1 Chassis .................................................................................................................17
4.2 Line Rectification and Filtering...........................................................................17
4.3 Inverter.................................................................................................................18
4.4 High Voltage Transformer...................................................................................18
4.5 High Voltage Assembly.......................................................................................18
4.6 Control/Power PWB ............................................................................................19
4.7 Front Panel Assembly ..........................................................................................19
4.8 Options.................................................................................................................19
5. OPTIONS
5.1 Adjustable Overload Trip ....................................................................................20
5.2 Adjustable Power Trip .........................................................................................20
5.3 Arc Sense .............................................................................................................20
5.4 Arc Trip................................................................................................................20
5.5 Bipolar Master/Slave ...........................................................................................20
5.6 Current Mode Select ............................................................................................20
5.7 Constant Power Control.......................................................................................20
5.8 Digital Panel Meter, 4.5 Digits ............................................................................20
6. MAINTENANCE
6.1 Periodic Servicing................................................................................................24
6.2 Performance Test .................................................................................................24
6.3 High Voltage Dividers .........................................................................................24
7. REPLACEMENT PARTS
7.1 Replacement Parts................................................................................................25
7.2 Correspondence and Ordering Spare Parts ..........................................................25
8. FACTORY SERVICE
8.1 Warranty Repairs .................................................................................................26
8.2 Factory Service Procedures .................................................................................26
8.3 Ordering Options and Modifications ...................................................................26
8.4 Shipping Instructions ...........................................................................................26
LIST OF TABLES
Table 1.1 SL2KW Options..........................................................................................3
Table 3.1 Rear Panel Interface 25 pin Mini D ............................................................11
Table 4.1 List of Main Assemblies .............................................................................18
APPENDIX
A. Specification Controls (Custom Models Only)
INTRODUCTION
1.1 Description Of The SL2KW
Series
PN Positive/Negative
SL Slides
Series
Name Polarity Option
Custom
Maximum “X”
Maximum Number
Voltage
Power
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
3.1 Operation E) Plug the high-voltage output cable provided with the
unit into the rear of the supply and hand tighten the
knurled collar.
WARNING
F) OPTIONS NOTE: See Section 5 for hook-up and
operating instructions for the options on your unit.
THIS EQUIPMENT GENERATES DANGEROUS Custom models may also require set-up changes.
VOLTAGES THAT MAY BE FATAL.
G) For initial turn-on, rotate the KILOVOLT control
PROPER GROUNDING OF ALL HIGH VOLTAGE fully counter-clockwise to the zero voltage position.
EQUIPMENT IS ESSENTIAL.
H) The input power cable may now be connected to the
WARNING AC power line.
BEFORE CONNECTING THE POWER SUPPLY I) Switch the front panel circuit breaker to the ON
TO THE AC LINE, FOLLOW THIS STEP BY STEP position (1). (If the supply is to be turned off for an
PROCEDURE. extensive period of time, the line cord should be
disconnected). The unit is now in the HIGH
DO NOT CONNECT THE POWER SUPPLY TO VOLTAGE OFF mode. The HIGH VOLTAGE OFF
THE AC LINE UNTIL STEP H IS REACHED. light should be lit.
J) Depress and hold the HIGH VOLTAGE OFF switch.
Failure to follow these procedures may void the warranty. The front panel meters will now read the preset value
of the KILOVOLT control dial and the
A) Insure that the Circuit Breaker is in the OFF position MILLIAMPERES control dial. To preset the desired
(0). level of current and voltage during operation, hold in
the HIGH VOLTAGE OFF switch and rotate the
B) Check the input voltage rating on the nameplate of appropriate control dial while noting its
the supply and make certain that this is the rating of corresponding meter reading. Release the HIGH
the available power source. Spellman SL2KW Series VOLTAGE OFF switch.
units operate on 208Vac Three Phase (220Vac Single
Phase if 220Vac Single Phase is ordered). NOTE: No actual output is being produced at this stage.
K) Depress the HIGH VOLTAGE ON switch. The light
C) PROPER GROUNDING TECHNIQUES: The inside the switch should light up and the output will
chassis of high voltage power supplies must be slow start to the preset level output voltage and/or
grounded, preferably to a water system ground using output current.
copper pipe or other earth ground using the ground
stud B1 at the rear of the unit. See Figure 3.1 for a NOTE: The SL2KW Series is equipped with a slow start
typical operating set-up. circuit that ramps the output up to its maximum
setting in approximately 6 seconds after the HIGH
The return line from the load should be connected to VOLTAGE ON switch is depressed.
the ground stud, on the rear of the power supply. L) To terminate the generation of output power, depress
Using a separate external ground at the load is not the HIGH VOLTAGE OFF switch. In the HIGH
recommended. VOLTAGE OFF mode the power supply’s fault and
interface circuits are still active.
D) Attach the output cable to the load.
SPELLMAN
HIGH VOLTAGE ELECTRONICS CORP
HAUPPAUGE, NY 11788 MADE IN USA
PART NO.:
MODEL:
SERIAL NO.:
OUTPUT:
INPUT:
High
Voltage
Load
REAR PANEL
5 V Current
Program -
6 + V
Remote
Voltage
Program
7
8 +
Z in = 10M ohm
9
Remove jumpers for
remote programing 10
Z in = 10M ohm
11
J5
Fully Counterclockwise = Zero Output
PS Common 20k ohm
Fully Clockwise = 100% of Rated Output 1
2
-
All cables should be shielded
-
with the shield being returned to the chassis ground
of the high voltage power supply.
3 M Current
Monitor
M Voltage
Monitor
4
+
5
Z out = 4.99k ohms ±0.1% +
6
Z out = 4.99k ohms ±0.1%
7
J5
S1
14 S1 = Remote High
Remove jumpers for Voltage Off
remote programing 15
S2
16 S2 = Remote High
All cables should be shielded Voltage On
with the shields being returned 17
to the chassis ground of the
High Voltage Power Supply.
Figure 3.4 – Remote Control of High Voltage ON and High Voltage OFF Interface
+15V
J5
PS Common Transistor
1 ON
Inhibits
2 High
2.2k Voltage
3
High Voltage Power
Supply Internal inhibit circuitry.
4
1
External Safety
Interlock Control
2
Remove jumper 3
for remote S1 S1 Open= Interlock Open
S1 Closed= Interlock Closed
external interlock 4
J5
PS Common
1
5 General Purpose
Opto-Coupler
6
7 To High Voltage
OFF Indicator
9
General Purpose
Opto-Coupler
10
To High
11 Voltage
ON
Indicator
12
13
14
P/O High Voltage
Power Supply 15
16
1K
1/4 W R Limit
17
R Limit
18
1K Signals are = 15Vdc, 10mA max.
1/4 W R Limit must be > 500
Figure 3.7 – Remote High Voltage ON and Remote High Voltage OFF Indicator
23
Voltage Control
Indicator
R1 R limit
19 Current Control
10mA max.
Indicator
R2 R limit
Power Control
20 10mA max.
Indicator
R3 R limit
21
10mA max.
PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
The SL2KW Series of high voltage power supplies watts of DC power. Output voltages of up to 50kV can
utilizes sophisticated power conversion technology. A be generated.
variety of analog, digital and power conversion
techniques are used throughout. The intention of the WARNING
Principles of Operation is to introduce the basic function
blocks that comprise the SL2KW power supply. For
details on a specific circuit, consult Spellman’s
The energy levels used and generated by the
Engineering Department.
power supply can be lethal! Do not attempt to
See Table 4.1 for a list of the main assemblies found in a operate the power supply unless the user has a
typical SL2KW power supply. sufficient knowledge of the dangers and hazards
of working with high voltage. Do not attempt to
Due to the many variations within the SL2KW
approach or touch any internal or external
Series, drawing numbers may differ from unit to unit.
circuits or components that are connected or
The SL2KW power supply is basically an AC to DC have been connected to the power supply. Be
power converter. Within the power supply, conversions certain to discharge any stored energy that may
of AC to DC then to high frequency AC, then to high be present before and after the power supply is
voltage DC take place. By reviewing further the sub- used. Consult IEEE recommended practices for
assemblies, a basic understanding of the process can be safety in high voltage testing #510-1983.
gained.
In general, the following variations can be ordered: type, which provides the energy storage for the high
frequency inverter.
208Vac 10%, 50 to 60Hz, three phase.
220Vac 10%, 50 to 60Hz, single phase. 4.3 Inverter
If the user is unsure of which input voltage option is The inverter is a series resonant, series/parallel loaded
supplied, check the serial tag on the rear of the power topology. A proprietary control scheme is used for
supply or consult Spellman’s Sales Department. regulating the power generated from the inverter. The
switching devices are IGBT’s. These devices provide
Circuit protection is provided by a front panel circuit high frequency switching to control the resonant current
breaker. The circuit breaker is a fast acting magnetic trip flow. The typical resonant operating period is
type circuit breaker. The line input is connected directly approximately 10 Seconds. The gate control for the
to the line side of the circuit breaker whereas the load side switching devices is provided by the application circuitry
is connected to the CONTROL/POWER PWB. The load located on the CONTROL/POWER PWB. The
side of the breaker is also connected to a step-down type CONTROL/POWER PWB also provides circuitry for
line transformer. This transformer provides voltage for sensing shoot thru and overcurrent conditions in the
housekeeping and control circuit power. inverter.
WARNING 4.4 High Voltage Transformer
LINE VOLTAGE IS PRESENT WHENEVER THE The output of the High Frequency Resonant Inverter is
POWER SUPPLY IS CONNECTED TO EXTERNAL connected to the primary of the High Voltage
LINE VOLTAGES. BE SURE TO DISCONNECT Transformer. The High Voltage Transformer is a set up
THE LINE CORD BEFORE OPENING THE UNIT. type. Typical secondary voltages are in the range of 1kV
ALLOW 5 MINUTES FOR INTERNAL to 4.5kV depending upon the output voltage ratings.
CAPACITANCE TO DISCHARGE BEFORE
REMOVING ANY COVER. 4.5 High Voltage Assembly
The High Voltage Assembly will vary depending upon
When the circuit breaker is ON, voltage is applied to an the model ordered. The circuitry typically consists of a
isolated diode rectifier bridge, which contains the rectifier full wave, full bridge, or full wave doubler for voltage
diodes used for line voltage rectification. The output of outputs in the range of 1kV to 8kV. The higher voltage
this bridge rectifier is connected to a capacitor filter. ranges utilize various parallel, series arrangements of a
Capacitors are initially charged through resistive inrush full wave voltage doubler.
limiters.
Output filtering is typically provided by an R-C type
Approximately 3 seconds after the circuit breaker is filter. Voltage feedback for regulation and monitoring is
turned on, a relay is energized to short the resistor provided by a high bandwidth resistive/capacitive divider.
limiters. This DC voltage is supplied to the high Current feedback for regulation and monitoring is
frequency inverter. provided by a sense resistor connected at the low voltage
The DC rails are connected to the high frequency rail end of the High Voltage Rectifier/Multiplier Circuit.
capacitors. These capacitors are high frequency, low loss
OPTIONS
T he options available for this power supply
described in this section. Interface diagrams
shown where required. Options are specified
are
are
by
5.5 BPM/BPS – Bipolar
Master/Slave
including the option code in the model number as The Bipolar Master/Slave option allows two supplies of
described in Section 1.5. the same voltage rating but opposite polarities to
functions as a single tracking bipolar power supply. The
5.1 AOL - Adjustable Overload positive supply is configured as the Master, the negative
supply is configured as the Slave. This is accomplished
Trip by connecting the Voltage Test Point of the positive
A control board jumper is moved to make the power
(Master) unit to the Voltage Programming of the negative
supply shut down if it ever operates in current mode.
(Slave) unit. See Figure 5.4. The Master’s voltage
This allows the user to set the current programming level
programming signal will provide control of both power
as a trip point that will turn the power supply off with an
supplies from zero to rated output voltage. The negative
Over Current fault if it ever tries to operate in Current
polarity will track the positive polarity within ±1% from
Mode.
10% to full rated output. Performance specifications are
governed by individual unit characteristics. The two units
5.2 APT – Adjustable Power Trip must be connected independently to their respective loads
A third control loop is installed in the power supply, a and ground.
power loop. This power loop uses an analog multiplier
chip to multiply the voltage and current feedback signals 5.6 CMS – Current Mode Select
to create a power feedback signal. Programming and
feedback scaling is 0- 10Vdc = 0-100% of rated power. A front panel switch is provided to allow the power
The circuit is configured to trip the power supply off with supply to either regulate in current mode or create an over
an Over Power fault if the power loop ever tries to current fault when operated in current mode, which will
regulate. shut down the supply. This is basically a switch
selectable AOL option.
5.3 ARC – Arc Sense
A signal is provided on a spare pin (TB1-21) that changes
5.7 CPC – Constant Power Control
Identical to the APT Option with the exception the power
state whenever the power supply detects an arc.
supply will run and regulate when the power loop
becomes active.
5.4 AT – Arc Trip
A control board jumper is moved such that the first arc 5.8 DPM4 - Digital Panel Meter, 4.5
sensed will shut the power supply off with an ARC fault.
Digits
The standard 3.5 digit front panel meters are replaced
with 4.5 digit panel meters.
5.18 SL – Slides
Industry standard rack mounted slides are installed on the
power supply.
1
THAT MOUNT COVER TO CHASSIS AND FRONT PANEL.
2 2
TO THE HIGH VOLTAGE BOARD, AND REMOVE COVER.
3 3
FOR POSITIVE POLARITY:
BLACK WIRE ON J4 AND WHITE WIRE ON J5.
FOR NEGATIVE POLARITY:
WHITE WIRE ON J4 AND BLACK WIRE ON J5.
4
2
POSITIVE UNITS.
LINE
LOAD
TURNING UNIT ON.
A A
2000 Watt
1kV-8kV chassis
4
POSITIVE CONFIGURATION
SHOWN
PARTIAL VIEW A-A
5
3
LOAD
POSITIVE CONFIGURATION
SHOWN
PARTIAL VIEW A-A
14
Existing jumper
15
Jumper JB5 15 to 16
for instant ON option 16
17
J5 J5
P.S. P.S.
Common 1 1 Common
2 2
3 3
4 4
5 5
kV Test
6 6
Point OUT
7 7
8 8
9 9
10 10 Remote Voltage
Program IN
11 11 *REMOVE
JUMPER
12 12 LINKING
10-11
INSTALLATION NOTE
Keep Interconnecting Wires as Short as possible
Use of Twisted Pair or Shielded/Coaxial wire is recommended.
MAINTENANCE
T his section describes periodic
performance testing procedures.
servicing and 6.2 Performance Test
WARNING
WARNING
HIGH VOLTAGE IS DANGEROUS.
THIS POWER SUPPLY GENERATES VOLTAGES
THAT ARE DANGEROUS AND MAY BE FATAL . ONLY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL SHOULD
OBSERVE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN PERFORM THESE TESTS.
WORKING WITH HIGH VOLTAGE.
High voltage test procedures are described in Bulletin
6.1 Periodic Servicing STP-783, Standard Test Procedures for High Voltage
Power Supplies. Copies can be obtained from the
Approximately once a year (more often in high dust Spellman Customer Service Department. Test equipment,
environments), disconnect the power to the unit and including an oscilloscope, a high impedance voltmeter,
remove the top cover. Use compressed air to blow dust and a high voltage divider such as the Spellman HVD-
out of the inside of the unit. Avoid touching or handling 100 or HVD-200, is needed for performance tests. All
the high voltage assembly. Be sure that the fans are not test components must be rated for operating voltage.
obstructed and spins freely. The fan has sealed bearings
and does not need lubrication. Be sure to replace the top 6.3 High Voltage Dividers
cover before operating for proper cooling.
High voltage dividers for precise measurements of output
voltage with an accuracy up to 0.1% are available. An
HVD-100 is used for voltages up to 100KV. An HVD-
200 measures up to 200KV. The Spellman divider is
designed for use with differential voltmeters or high
impedance digital voltmeters. The high input impedance
is ideal for measuring high voltage low current sources,
which would be overloaded by traditional lower
impedance dividers.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
7.1 Replacement Parts 7.2 Correspondence and Ordering
Contact the Spellman Customer Service Department for Spare Parts
parts lists for specific models. Each power supply has an identification label on the rear
of the chassis that bears its model and serial number.
Parts and subassemblies for Spellman’s high voltage
power supplies are available. It is recommended that only When requesting engineering or applications information,
qualified personnel perform the repairs. High voltage is please state the model and serial number of the power
dangerous; even minor mistakes in repairs can have supply.
serious consequences.
When ordering spare parts, please specify the part
When requesting parts please give the model number and number, the component function and the model and serial
serial number of the power supply. number of the unit.
FACTORY SERVICE
8.1 Warranty Repairs 8.3 Ordering Options and
Modifications
During the Warranty period, Spellman will repair all units
free of charge. The Warranty is void if the unit is worked Many of the options listed in Chapter 5 can be retrofitted
on by other than Spellman personnel. See the Warranty in into Spellman’s power supplies by our factory. For prices
the rear of this manual for more information. Follow the and arrangements, contact the Spellman Sales Department.
return procedures described in Section 8.2. The customer
shall pay for shipping to and from Spellman. 8.4 Shipping Instructions
All power supplies returned to Spellman must be sent
8.2 Factory Service Procedures shipping prepaid. Pack the units carefully and securely in a
Spellman has a well-equipped factory repair department. If suitable container, preferably in the original container, if
a unit is returned to the factory for calibration or repair, a available. The power supply should be surrounded by at
detailed description of the specific problem should be least four inches of shock absorbing material. Please return
attached. all associated materials, i.e. high voltage output cables,
interconnection cables, etc., so that we can examine and test
For all units returned for repair, please obtain an the entire system.
authorization to ship from the Customer Service
Department, either by phone or mail prior to shipping. All correspondence and phone calls should be directed to:
When you call, please state the model and serial numbers, Spellman High Voltage Electronics Corp.
which are on the plate on the rear of the power supply, and 475 Wireless Boulevard
the purchase order number for the repair. A Return Hauppauge, New York 11788
Material Authorization Code Number (RMA Number) is TEL: (631) 630-3000 FAX: (631) 435-1620
needed for all returns. This RMA Number should be E-Mail: sales@Spellmanhv.com
marked clearly on the outside of the shipping container.
Packages received without an RMA Number will be
returned to the customer. The Customer shall pay for
shipping to and from Spellman.
A preliminary estimate for repairs will be given by phone
by Customer Service. A purchase order for this amount is
requested upon issuance of the RMA Number. A more
detailed estimate will be made when the power supply is
received at the Spellman Repair Center. In the event that
repair work is extensive, Spellman will call to seek
additional authorization from your company before
completing the repairs.