Operation
Sorensen SGA Series
3-12
M550129-01 Rev AF
3.3.3
CONSTANT-CURRENT MODE OPERATION
When the power supply is in the Constant-Current Mode, it functions as a
current source, and the output current of the supply is controlled by the
Current knob on the front panel or by the remote analog current programming
input; see Section 3.5. The output current is regulated at the selected value
while the output voltage varies with the load requirements. The Voltage knob
(or remote voltage programming input) sets the maximum level of output
voltage before mode transition would automatically occur to Constant-Voltage
operation. To verify operation in Constant-Current mode, follow the steps
below:
1. If the output had been previously energized, allow 5 minutes for the
output capacitors to discharge. Connect a high current DC ammeter
across the rear panel positive and negative output terminals,
observing the correct polarity.
2. Select wire leads of sufficient current carrying capacity and an
ammeter range compatible with the full-scale rated output current of
the unit.
Note:
It could be verified that the supply could source rated output
current, without measuring the current with an ammeter, but using
only the front panel meter, and shorting the output terminals together.
3. Rotate the Voltage control knob about 1/2 turn clockwise (this adjusts
the voltage setting to a value above zero to ensure ability to supply
voltage)
4. Switch the power supply on.
5. Slowly rotate the Current knob clockwise and observe both the front
panel current display and the output of the ammeter. The output
current should increase from 0 A to the maximum rated current of the
supply. The front panel display and ammeter readings should track
within the accuracies of the meter and the front panel display.
6. Check that the green Current Mode LED is on.
7. Turn the Voltage knob and Current knob fully counterclockwise.
8. Switch the power supply off.
9. Allow 5 minutes for the output capacitors to discharge and disconnect
the ammeter or short from the output terminals.
10. If Constant-Current Mode operation did not function as indicated
above, verify your setup and perform the check again. If the function
continues to fail, contact the factory for assistance.
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