Elgar TW3500 AC Power Source 3.5kVA

The Elgar TW3500 is an AC power source engineered for the precise simulation and testing of diverse AC power conditions. It is designed to deliver a stable and clean AC output, catering to demanding applications such as product compliance testing, avionics systems, and power supply emulation. The TrueWave series utilizes transformerless, direct-coupled amplifiers and a DSP-based sine wave controller for the accurate simulation of complex electronic loads.

### Technical Specifications

**Power Output:**
* **Rated Power:** 3500 VA
* **Programmable Output:** 1, 2, or 3 phase configurations
* **Peak Output Current:** 4.0 crest factor capability

**Electrical Characteristics:**
* **AC Output Voltage:**
* 0 to 156 Vrms L-N (Low Range)
* 0 to 312 Vrms L-N (High Range)
* Up to 312 VRMS in AC or AC+DC modes
* **DC Output Voltage:**
* 0 to 207V (Low Range)
* 0 to 414V (High Range)
* Up to 312 VRMS in AC or AC+DC modes
* **Output Current (per phase):**
* 0-13 A Max Per Phase (for 156V range)
* 0-6.5 A Max Per Phase (for 312V range)
* Settable to 1% of range
* **Output Frequency Range:** DC or 40 Hz to 500 Hz
* **Frequency Accuracy:** ±0.25%
* **Total Harmonic Distortion (THD):** <0.5% (less than -60 dB noise and ripple) * **Max Total Harmonic Distortion (Full Linear Load or No Load):** 0.3% max * **AC Noise Level:** 60 dB RMS below full output voltage * **Voltage Programming Accuracy:** * ±0.1% of full scale (without load, GPIB/Front panel) * ±0.3% of full scale + 0.2% of reading (measurement) * **Current Programming Accuracy:** * 2% of full scale (GPIB/Front Panel) * ±0.3% of full scale + 0.5% of reading (measurement) * **Power Accuracy:** ±2.5% of full scale * **Phase Accuracy (Balanced Linear Resistive Load):** ±1° * **Phase Angle Resolution:** 0.1° * **Crest Factor:** 4.0**Input Specifications:** * **Input Voltage Ranges:** * 187 to 264 VRMS, 3-phase L-L (3-wire) * 342 to 457 VRMS, 3-phase L-L (4-wire) * For 1750 VA models: 187 to 264 VRMS, 1-phase * **Input Frequency Range:** 47 to 63 Hz minimum * **Input Power Factor:** * 0.99 (with optional PFC) * 0.6 (USA rectifier configured) * 0.35 (International rectifier) * **Efficiency:** Minimum 70% at full load * **Ride Through:** * 3 msec (rectifier input configuration) * 10 msec (PFC input configuration)**Programmable Features & Controls:** * **Overvoltage Shutdown:** Programmable from 15V to 255V peak (156V range) or 30V to 510V peak (312V range) * **Programmable Current Limit Shutdown:** Settable to 1% of range (0.5A to 13A for 156V range; 0.5A to 6.5A for 312V range) * **Programmable Current Limit with Timed Shutdown:** Timeout adjustable from 100 msec to 10 sec * **Waveform Trigger Output:** (1 M Load Drive) * **SYNC OUT:** Programmable for Even Cycle A phase (on), None (off), or when change in programmed parameters occur (event) * **External Summing Node:** 0 to 5 Vrms provides 0 to 100% output * **LOCK Function:** Locks output to input 'TTL' frequency. Requires pull-down current of 15 mA with voltage drop ≤0.6V. Tracking range ±10% of programmed center frequency. * **CLOCK Output:** Pulses at programmed frequency * **Front Panel Control:** Hierarchical menu system with pushbutton/LED control**Interfaces:** * **GPIB:** IEEE-488.2 interface * **RS-232:** Serial interface * **SCPI Protocol:** Supported**Physical:** * **Dimensions (W x H x D):** 19” (483 mm) x 8.75” (222 mm) x 24.1” (613 mm) * **Weight:** * 83 lbs. (37.7 kg) * **Cooling:** Air is drawn in from the front, top, bottom, and sides and exhausted through the rear**Environmental:** * **Operating Temperature:** 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F) * **Storage Temperature:** -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) * **Humidity (Non-condensing):** 0 to 85% at 31°C (88°F), derate to 50% at 40°C (104°F) * **Altitude:** Operating 6,500 ft, Non-operating 40,000 ft**Certifications:** * CE marked and FCC compliant### Why Choose Aumictech for the Elgar TW3500? At Aumictech, we specialize in supplying high-end AC power source equipment. Whether you need reliable emulation of global AC power grids, precise testing of avionics components, or robust power supply simulation, our team ensures the Elgar TW3500 delivers maximum performance and accuracy for your critical applications.