The Chroma 61601 is a 500VA programmable AC power source designed to deliver pure, instrument-grade AC power for a wide range of applications. It is suitable for commercial, avionics, and military testing environments, from bench-top development to mass production. The unit utilizes Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) technology and features a power factor correction circuit for enhanced efficiency and output power.
### Technical Specifications
**General:**
* **Model:** Chroma 61601
* **Series:** 61600 Series
* **Type:** Programmable AC Power Source
* **Power Rating:** 500 VA
* **Output Phase:** Single Phase
**Electrical Output:**
* **Output Voltage Range:** 0-150V / 0-300V / Auto
* **Output Voltage Range (Alternative):** 0 to 300 VAC
* **Frequency Range:** DC, 15 Hz to 1 kHz
* **Frequency Range (Alternative):** 15 Hz to 1000 Hz
* **Output Modes:** AC, DC, AC+DC
* AC+DC output mode allows for voltage DC offset simulation.
* **Output Impedance:** Low output impedance
* **Output Current Crest Factor:** Up to 6:1
* Capable of delivering sufficient transient power for testing switching power circuits.
* Ideal for inrush current testing.
* **AC Output Distortion:** Less than 0.3% at 50/60Hz
* **AC Output Distortion (Alternative):** Typical distortion of less than 0.3-0.5%
**Control and Programming:**
* **Slew Rate:** Programmable slew rate setting for voltage and frequency changes
* Allows for gradual increase or decrease of voltage and frequency.
* Facilitates testing of product power input ranges (e.g., 90V-264V / 47Hz-63Hz).
* **Phase Angle Control:** Programmable turn on and turn off phase angle control
* **One-Key Recall Mode:** Save and recall up to 9 different voltage and frequency settings
* Simplifies changing voltage/frequency for fixed test conditions.
* **External Analog Input:** Available for amplifying analog signals from an arbitrary signal generator
* Enables simulation of unique field waveforms.
* **Software:** Easy-to-use software for operation and editing executable profiles
* **Remote Control:** Via GPIB, RS-232C, or APG (Analog Programming) interface
**Measurements:**
* **Measurement Circuit:** 16-bit precision measurement circuit and firmware
* **Measured Parameters:**
* RMS Voltage (Vrms)
* RMS Current (Irms)
* Peak Repetitive Current (Ipk)
* Inrush Current
* True Power (P)
* Apparent Power (VA)
* Reactive Power (VAR)
* Power Factor (PF)
* Current Crest Factor (CF)
* Frequency
* **Functionality:** Acts as both a power source and a power meter
**Protection Features:**
* Over-Power Protection (OPP)
* Over-Current Protection (OCP)
* Over-Voltage Protection (OVP)
* Over-Temperature Protection (OTP)
* Self-diagnosis routine
**Interfaces:**
* **Front Panel:** LCD display and rotary knob
* **Rear Panel:**
* GPIB
* RS-232C
* Analog Programming Interface Board (APG)
* Optional USB and Ethernet interface
**Physical:**
* **Dimensions:** Compact size and weight due to advanced PWM technology
* **Power Factor Correction (Input):** Built-in PFC provides input power factor over 0.98 at full load
**Compatibility and Expandability:**
* **Three-Phase Output:** Can combine 3 units for 3-phase power output
* **Master/Slave Parallel Output:** Can provide more power using the Master/Slave parallel output function
**Applications:**
* Commercial
* Avionics
* Military
* Bench-top testing
* Mass production
* Inrush current testing
* DC offset simulation testing
* Testing IEC 61000-3-2
Why Choose Aumictech for Chroma 61601?
At Aumictech, we specialize in supplying high-end AC power source equipment. Whether you need precise voltage and frequency control for R&D, reliable power simulation for manufacturing, or comprehensive measurement capabilities for lab analysis, our team ensures the Chroma 61601 delivers maximum performance for your application.
