California Instruments 1501L AC Power Source

The California Instruments 1501L is a single-phase AC power source designed for testing and simulating various AC power conditions. It offers precise voltage and current output with adjustable frequency, suitable for product testing, research and development, and quality control applications. This unit is part of the L-Series, known for its compact size, high power density, and efficiency, dissipating less heat and allowing for increased output power.

### Technical Specifications

**Power Output:**
* 1500 VA / 1500 W

**Voltage Output:**
* Standard Voltage Ranges: 135/270 V L-N
* Optional Voltage Ranges:
* 67.5/135 V L-N (Low Voltage Transformer – LV option)
* 156/312 V L-N (High Voltage Transformer – HV option)
* 200/400 V L-N (Extra High Voltage Transformer – EHV option)
* Up to 400 V RMS L-N
* Remote Programmable Voltage Input: Allows amplitude control via a DC input signal (0-10 VDC)
* Full-Scale Voltage Range: 0-135V / 0-270 V L-N

**Current Output:**
* Programmable Current Limits
* High Peak Current Capability: Up to 9:1 crest factor
* AC/DC Output Current: 7.5 A (RMS) at 200 VAC (Low-Range), 3.75A (RMS) at 400 VAC (High-Range)

**Frequency Output:**
* Standard Frequency Range: 17 Hz to 5 kHz
* Typical Frequency Range: 45 Hz to 5 kHz
* Extended Frequency Range: Up to 5000 Hz on some models
* Programmable Controller Frequency Range: 45 Hz to 550 Hz
* Full Power Frequency Range: See Physical Description

**Electrical Characteristics:**
* High Frequency PWM Design
* Total Harmonic Distortion: Less than 1% (45Hz to 2kHz) with Linear Load; Less than 2% (2kHz to 5kHz) with Linear Load
* Stability (Amplitude): ±0.25% over 24 hours at constant line, load, and ambient temperature
* Line and Load Regulation: ±0.1% when remote sense is connected

**Controllers and Options:**
* **-P Controller (Programmable Controller):**
* True RMS sensing for accurate voltage regulation.
* Settling times are longer than -PT controller due to RMS sense response.
* Allows transients to be programmed over time or cycles.
* Bus programming standard (IEEE-488, VXI, MXI, RS232 via translators).
* Supports Abbreviated Plain English (APE) programming and ATLAS-based control language.
* Programmable output voltage with 0.1 Volt resolution.
* **-PT Controller (Programmable Controller – Fast Transient):**
* Faster transient response than the -P controller.
* **-M Controller (Manual Control Oscillator):**
* Ideal for portable or benchtop applications with local control.
* Optional remote programmable voltage input available.
* **Other Options:**
* LV, HV, EHV Transformers for different voltage ranges.
* MODE: Reconfigurable for single- or three-phase operation (for 3 kVA to 30 kVA models).
* RPV: External Amplitude Programming (0-10 VDC) for Manual Controller.
* RPF: Remote programming frequency (0-10 V DC).
* SQW: Squarewave Capability.
* RTCA/DO-160 Test (PT Controllers Only).
* MIL-STD-704 Test (P/PT Controllers Only).

**Interfaces:**
* IEEE-488 Bus (GPIB) for control and measurement readback
* VXI, MXI, RS232 (via recommended translators)
* Remote Sense connectors
* External Amplitude Programming Input (0-10 VDC)

**Physical:**
* Compact size and low profile design
* High power density (more power per inch)
* Dimensions: Height: 7” (178 mm), Width: 19” (483 mm), Depth: 24” (610 mm) (depth includes rear panel connectors) – *Note: This may refer to a specific chassis configuration like the 1501iX model.*
* Weight: Net: 61 lbs / 28 Kg, Shipping: 115 lbs / 52 Kg – *Note: This may refer to a specific chassis configuration like the 1501iX model.*
* Rack Space Savings: Up to 50%
* High Efficiency: Generates less heat and consumes less input power
* Thermal Protection: OVERTEMP indicator illuminates, system automatically recovers.

**Protection Features:**
* Programmable Controller Overcurrent, Short-Circuit, Overpower Protection: System shutdown.
* Manual Controller Overcurrent, Short-Circuit, Overpower Protection: Overload indicator illuminates, output voltage is clipped, system automatically recovers.
* Thermal Protection: OVERTEMP indicator illuminates, system automatically recovers.

**Compliance and Standards:**
* ANSI C62.45, ANSI C63.2, ANSI C63.4, ANSI C63.16, ANSI/IEEE C37.90, ANSI/IEEE C62.41, ANSI/IEEE C95.1
* MIL-STD-704
* RTCA/DO-160
* IEC 61000-4-11, IEC 61000-4-13
* IEC-61000-4-29

Why Choose Aumictech for California Instruments 1501L?
At Aumictech, we specialize in supplying high-end AC power source equipment. Whether you need precise AC power simulation, versatile programmability, or robust protection features for your testing applications, our team ensures the California Instruments 1501L delivers maximum performance for your engineering and laboratory needs.