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6. Multiple Instrument Operation
6.1
Configuring Sources for Parallel and Polyphase Operation
The 300XAC is a modular power source capable of interconnection to up to two
(2) additional sources with Option 08 Linking Card installed. While all 300XAC
models are modular, each model is only capable of being interconnected with
another instrument of the same model. For example, model 310XAC may only
be interconnected with either one (1) or two (2) additional model 310XAC
instruments. A model 310XAC cannot be interconnected with a different model
such as the 320XAC.
6.1.1 Operating Mode Definitions
When multiple instruments are connected together, the operator has the option to
run the instruments in Parallel or Polyphase modes.
Parallel mode
- two (2) or three (3) instruments connected together in parallel
may be used to increase the total current output of the system.
Polyphase mode
- two (2) or three (3) instruments connected together may be
used in Polyphase mode. There are two versions of Polyphase mode. If two (2)
instruments are interconnected 1Φ3W mode is available. This mode allows the
operator to increase the output voltage to up to 600 VAC by configuring the two
sources to output voltage at 180 degrees apart. If three (3) instruments are
interconnected 3Φ4W mode is available. This mode allows the operator to
configure the instruments for three phase operation. Each phase will output
voltage 120 degrees apart.
6.1.2 Connecting the Interface Cable
In order to setup instruments to function in Parallel or Polyphase mode, Option
08 Linking Card is needed for each instrument that will be interconnected. The
Option 08 Linking Card will be supplied with an interface cable that must be
connected between each linked instrument. Connect the female end of the
interface cable to the connector labeled “Interface Out” on the Option 08 Linking
Card on the rear panel of the instrument that will be set up as the Master.
Connect the male end of the interface
cable to the connector labeled “Interface In”
on the Option 08 Linking Card on the rear panel of the instrument that will be set
up as Slave (1). If another slave unit needs to be added, connect the female end
of the additional interface cable to the conn
ector labeled “Interface Out” on the
rear panel of the Slave (1) instrument. Connect the male end of the interface
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