California Instruments 4500IL AC Power Source

The California Instruments 4500IL is a precision AC power source and analyzer designed to simulate a wide array of AC power conditions for product testing, research and development, and manufacturing. It offers integrated AC power source and power analyzer capabilities, reducing the need for multiple instruments and simplifying test setups.

### Technical Specifications

**General**

* **Model:** California Instruments 4500IL
* **Series:** iL Series
* **Integrated System:** Combines AC power source and power analyzer.
* **Control:** Microprocessor controlled with front panel keypad operation.
* **Waveform Generation:** Arbitrary Waveform Generator for testing harmonic susceptibility.
* **Line Distortion Simulation (LDS):** Available for simulating common line disturbance occurrences.
* **Harmonic Analysis:** Measures voltage and current harmonics up to the 50th harmonic (for fundamental frequencies up to 250 Hz). Total harmonic distortion for voltage and current is also available.
* **Data Transfer:** Measurement analysis data can be viewed from the front panel or transferred to a PC via IEEE-488 or RS232C bus.

**Output Ratings**

* **Power Levels:** 3000 VA, 4500 VA, or 4800 VA options available in the iL Series. The 4500IL specifically offers 4500 VA.
* **Phase Modes:** Selectable single-phase or three-phase output.
* **Single Phase:** Output amplifiers are paralleled to provide increased current.
* **Three Phase:**
* **Output Frequency Range:** 45 Hz to 5000 Hz. (Some sources indicate 45 Hz to 5 kHz).
* **Voltage Ranges (rms):**
* Low: 0-150 V
* High: 0-300 V
* Standard: 0-150 V / 0-300 V
* **Maximum RMS Current per Phase:**
* Low Range: 30 A (single phase), 10 A (three phase)
* High Range: 15 A (single phase), 5 A (three phase)
* **Maximum Repetitive Peak Current per Phase:**
* Low Range: 120 A (single phase), 40 A (three phase)
* High Range: 60 A (single phase), 20 A (three phase)
* **Crest Factor:** Up to 4:1 for the 4500IL. Capable of driving non-linear loads.
* **Power Factor:** 0 to unity at full output VA.

**Electrical Specifications**

* **Load Regulation:** Less than ±0.5%.
* **Line Regulation:** Less than ±0.1%.
* **Maximum Total Harmonic Distortion (THD):** 1% (45 Hz – 1 kHz), 1% + 1%/kHz (>1 kHz – 5 kHz).
* **Constant Voltage Ripple and Noise:** -60 dB (20 kHz – 10 MHz).

**Programming Accuracy (@ 25°C ±5°C)**

* **Voltage (rms):**
* 45 – 100 Hz: 0.15% + 0.3 V
* >100-500 Hz: 0.5% + 0.3 V
* >500 – 5 kHz: 1% + 0.3 V
* **Frequency:** 0.01% + 0.01 Hz.
* **Phase:**
* 45-100 Hz: 0.1°
* >100-1000 Hz: 1°
* >1 kHz – 5 kHz: 1° + 1°/kHz

**Measurement Accuracy (@ 25°C ±5°C)**

* **RMS Voltage:** 0.05% + 250 mV.
* **RMS Current:** 0.1% + 25 mA.
* **Frequency:** 0.01% + 0.01 Hz.
* **Power (VA):** 0.15% + 3 VA.
* **Power (Watts):** 0.15% + 3 W.
* **Power Factor:** 0.01.

**AC Input**

* **Voltage Ranges (Vac):**
* 180-254 V (3 Phase)
* 360-440 V (3 Phase)
* Input range must be specified when ordering.
* **AC Input Frequency:** 47-63 Hz.

**Interfaces**

* **Remote Control:** Standard IEEE-488 (GPIB) and RS232C interfaces.
* **Programming Protocol:** SCPI command language is used for programming.
* **Software:** Windows Graphical User Interface (GUI) software is available.

**Physical**

* **Dimensions:** Rack mount kit and slides are available options.
* **Cooling:** High efficiency design dissipates less heat.

### Why Choose Aumictech for California Instruments 4500IL?

At Aumictech, we specialize in supplying high-end AC power source and analyzer equipment. Whether you need to test products for harmonic susceptibility, simulate a wide range of global power standards, or perform detailed power analysis, our team ensures the California Instruments 4500IL delivers maximum performance for your application.