Compliance Antenna Surge P 65 - Megapulse Antenna Surge Tester

The Antenna Surge is designed to test for lightning strike to Antenna System Wiring as described in Para. 7.3.2. The waveform generated is in accordance with the instructions in Annex N, Table N.1, line 3. In accordance with these requirements, the Antenna Surge generates the waveform dictated by the noted circuit components at 10kV output voltage. Use with a general purpose oscilloscope for waveform capture. Configure with TestMinder for computer control and test report, and with Arc Detection for test failure detection.
 

Compliance West Antenna Surge P65 Tester for EN60950 & EN60065

The MegaPulse Antenna Surge provides 10kV output to perform tests noted in EN 60950, Para. 7.3.2. It also conducts the test in EN 60065, Para. 10.1. Built to output the exact pulse resulting from the circuit shown in EN 60950, Annex N, Figure N.2, using the circuit components from Table N.1, Line 3. The proprietary IEC 65 Switch is used. The output of this tester is specifically designed for testing in accordance with EN 60950, Annex N, Line 3. The 10kV Uc is shown on the front panel meter.

Options include TestMinder, which automatically applies the 50 pulses at a rate of 12 per minute, and a 4 megohm tap for special testing.

Controls, Indicators, Connectors - MegaPulse 1.2x50-12P Front Panel

Controls, Indicators, Connectors - MegaPulse 1.2x50-12P Rear Panel

Waveform Measurement Setup

Testing

1. Connect the tester to a proper source of supply using the included 18 AWG power supply cord.Make   sure   that   the   front   panel   VOLTAGE   adjust   knob   is   turned   fully counterclockwise.  
2. Plug the Output and Return test leads into the jacks on the front panel.
3. Connect the ends of the test leads to the equipment under test.
4. Turn the Tester on.  Toggle the POLARITY switch as needed so that the NOR or REV indicator is lit.
5. Note that the Voltage meter may indicate that some residual voltage is present on the main storage capacitor, even when the tester is first turned ON. This is due to inherent charging of the internal capacitors.  Pressing the TRIGGER switch will discharge the capacitors (be sure not to touch the output and return leads when pressing the trigger switch).
6. Push the yellow CHARGE button.  Verify the red TRIGGER indicator is now lit.   
7. Adjust the VOLTAGE knob so that the front panel LED display is reading a voltage that is suitable for the measuring instrument that is being used.  Push the red TRIGGER button, when the desired voltage is displayed on the front panel meter.
8. Note  that  the  peak  amplitude  of  the  measured  output  waveform  is  proportional  to  the voltage that is read of the front panel of the MegaPulse, but it will always be somewhat lower.  This is because the meter on the MegaPulse is measuring the voltage on the main impulse storage capacitor.  This voltage will intentionally dissipate to some extent before reaching the output leads.