California Instruments 251TL Low Noise Linear AC Power Source 250 VA

Description

The TL Series consists of two models, 251TL and 351TL, both using linear technology. These units are ideal sources for special purpose AC power applications that require variable voltage and frequency at high frequencies and low noise and distortion levels. Both units provide single-phase output. With simple knobs used to set voltage, frequency and current limit, the TL Series provides an inexpensive source of low AC power. All TL Series power source models can be used in table-top mode or rack-mounted.

Using state of the art linear technology, the TL Series programmable AC power sources are ideally suited for applications where a low distortion, low noise sinewave is required Selectable input voltage ranges allow this power source to be used anywhere in the world to provide a convenient source of variable voltage and frequency power for testing and evaluating AC powered equipment. All common line voltage and frequency combinations are covered.

In addition, the frequency range extends to 8000 Hz, making these products suitable for both conventional and special purpose applications.

Accurate measurement functions are available as an option to eliminate the need for external test equipment in many test setups. Voltage, current, peak current, power, and power factor can be read directly on the large LCD display or over the bus.

 

Features

  • Low Noise, Low Distortion
  • 350 VA or 250 VA Output Power
  • 16 Hz to 8000 Hz Frequency Range
  • Precision Measurements
  • Remote Control
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Specifications

Controller

Parameter

251TL

351TL

Type

Programmable

Programmable

Controls

Digital Encoders

Digital Encoders

Readouts

dual 4 digit LCD's

dual 4 digit LCD's

Non Volatile Setups 
(with -OP1 option)

1 (8)

1 (8)

Output

Parameter

251TL

351TL

AC Power maximum

250 VA

350 VA

Load Connection

Rear panel terminal block Floating neutral

Rear panel terminal block Floating neutral

Voltage

 

 

High range / Low range

0 – 270 V RMS

0 – 135 V RMS

Accuracy 16-100Hz

± 0.1 % FS

± 0.1 % FS

Accuracy 100-5000Hz

± 0.2 % FS

± 0.2 % FS

Accuracy 5000-8000Hz

± 0.3 % FS

± 0.3 % FS

Resolution

0.1 V

0.1 V

Load Regulation <2000Hz

0.1 % FS

0.1 % FS

Load Regulation 2000-5000 Hz

0.15 % FS

0.15 % FS

Load Regulation>5000 Hz

0.25 % FS

0.25 % FS

Line Regulation 
10% Line change

± 0.02 % FS

± 0.02 % FS

T.H.D. (into a resistive load) 
16-999Hz

< 0.5 %

< 0.5 %

T.H.D. (into a resistive load) 1000-8000Hz

< 2.0 %

< 2.0 %

Output Noise 
full scale at full power

-.73 dB Max.

-.73 dB Max.

Frequency (See V-F Rating Chart)

Range

16-8000 Hz

16-8000 Hz

Accuracy

± 0.02 %

± 0.02 %

Resolution 16-79.99Hz

0.01 Hz

0.01 Hz

Resolution 80-799.9Hz

0.1 Hz

0.1 Hz

Resolution 800-8000Hz

1 Hz

1 Hz

Current

RMS Current High / Low Vrange

1.2 / 2.4 A RMS

1.4 / 2.8 A RMS

Peak Current High / Low Vrange

3.0 / 6.0 A peak

3.0 / 6.0 A peak

Maximum Power Ratings

The 351TL is rated for 350 VA of power down to 90 % of voltage range.
The 251TL is rated for 250 VA of power down to 78 % of voltage range.

Protection

 

Adj. Current limit Resolution

0.1 A RMS

Modes

Const. Voltage or Const. Current

Over Temperature and Over Voltage

Input

Connection

Rear panel terminal block

Line Voltage 2 wire + GND

100, 115, 200, 230 ± 10% V RMS

Line Current

< 16 A RMS

Line Frequency

47 – 440 Hz

Holdup Time

10 ms

Measurements (* Requires Option – OP1)

Current Range

4.000 A RMS

Peak Current* Accuracy

0.2 % FS + 0.3 % rdng

Peak Current* Resolution

0.001 / 0.01 A RMS

Peak Current* Range

12.00 A

Voltage* Accuracy

0.5 % FS + 0.5 % rdng

Voltage* Resolution

0.01 / 0.1 A

Voltage* Range

0 – 300.0 V RMS

Power* Accuracy

0.1 % FS + 0.05 % rdng

Power* Resolution

0.1 V RMS

Power* Range

400.0 W

Power Factor*

Accuracy 0.5 % FS
Resolution 0.2 W

Power Factor*

Range 0.00 – 1.00
Resolution 0.01

Remote Control (* Requires Option –OP1)

Requires Option -OP1 Interface*

RS232C and IEEE-488

IEEE Functions

SH1, AH1, T8, L3, RL2

RS232C settings

19200,8,n,1

Command Language

SCPI

Remote Inhibit* 
Output shut down

TTL in, active low BNC

Function Strobe* 
On V or F change

TTL out, active low BNC

Physical

Dimensions HxWxD

5.25 x 19 x 22 inches
133 x 483 x 560 mm

Weight (net)

75 lbs / 34 kg

Vibration and Shock

Designed to meet NSTA-1A

Temperature Operating

0 to 40 ° C

Temperature Storage

– 40 to + 85 ° C

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