California Instruments 4500LX 4.5kVA AC Power Source

The California Instruments 4500LX is a versatile AC power source and analyzer designed for demanding test and simulation applications. It offers high-performance AC power with programmable voltage, frequency, and current, enabling the simulation of various global power conditions. The integrated power analyzer provides comprehensive measurements of voltage, current, and their respective harmonics. The 4500LX is backward compatible with Agilent HP6834B and California Instruments iL Series AC sources, facilitating integration into existing test systems. This unit is suitable for applications requiring precise power simulation and analysis, including those in the avionics and defense sectors, due to its support for standards like DO 160 and MIL 704.

### Technical Specifications

* **Model:** California Instruments 4500LX
* **Power Rating:** 4.5 kVA
* **Output Modes:**
* Single Phase
* Three Phase
* **Voltage Ranges:**
* Standard: 0-135V or 0-270V
* Optional: 67.5/135V, 156/312V, 200/400V (EHV option)
* HV option: 156/312V output range
* 150V range
* **Frequency Range:** 45 Hz to 1000 Hz (standard); up to 5.00 KHz for 4500L-3M; up to 1000 Hz with EHV option
* Programmable down to 17 Hz at reduced voltage
* **Max RMS Current (at Full Scale Voltage):**
* 3-Phase: 5.0 A (150V range), 10.0 A (150V range)
* 1-Phase: 15.0 A (150V range), 30.0 A (150V range)
* **Waveforms:**
* Sinewave (standard)
* Squarewave
* Clipped Sinewave
* Arbitrary Waveform Generation: Downloadable user-defined waveforms
* **Power Analyzer Capabilities:**
* Measures voltage and load current harmonics up to the 50th harmonic (for fundamental frequencies up to 250 Hz)
* Measures total harmonic distortion (THD) for voltage and current
* Waveform acquisition
* Performs voltage and load current harmonic analysis
* **Regulation:**
* Load Regulation: < 0.1% FS (ALC on) * Line Regulation: < 0.02% for 10% line change * **Programming Accuracy:** * Voltage (RMS): ±(0.05% + 0.25) V from 5.0 V to FS * Frequency: ±0.025% (45-819.1 Hz), ±0.07% (>819.1 Hz)
* Phase: ±1° (45-100 Hz)
* **Power Factor (PF) Accuracy:** Applies for PF > 0.5 and VA > 50% of max
* **Crest Factor (CF) Accuracy:** Applies for Irms > 50% of max
* **Constant Power Mode:** Provides increased current at reduced voltage (on 3000Lx and 4500Lx)

### Interfaces

* **Standard:**
* IEEE-488 (GPIB)
* USB
* RS232C (Bi-directional serial interface, 9-pin D-shell connector)
* **Optional:**
* LAN Interface
* **Command Language:** SCPI (Standard Commands for Programmable Instruments)

### Physical Characteristics

* **Dimensions (per chassis):**
* Height: 10.5” (267 mm)
* Width: 19” (483 mm)
* Depth: 23.7” (602 mm) (includes rear panel connectors)
* **Weight:**
* Net: 193 lbs (87.7 Kg) per chassis
* Shipping: 280 lbs (127.3 Kg) per chassis
* (Note: For multi-chassis configurations, multiply by the number of chassis)

### Compatibility

* Backward compatible with Agilent HP6834B and California Instruments iL Series AC Sources

### Applications

* Avionics Testing (DO 160)
* Defense Applications (MIL 704)
* Harmonics Susceptibility Testing
* ATE System Integration
* Simulation of various power conditions

Why Choose Aumictech for California Instruments 4500LX?
At Aumictech, we specialize in supplying high-end AC power source and analyzer equipment. Whether you need to simulate complex power line conditions, perform detailed harmonic analysis, or integrate seamlessly with your existing ATE systems, our team ensures the California Instruments 4500LX delivers maximum performance for your application.