BIRD TERMALINE 8135, Instruction Book

Page 1: ...ALINE COAXIAL LOAD RESISTOR MODEL 8135 Electronic Corporation Cleveland Solon Ohio USA Copyright 1996 by Bird Electronic Corporation Instruction Book Part Number 920 8135 Rev B Termaline is a Register...

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Page 3: ...le power is applied When working with high voltage al ways have someone present who is capable of rendering aid if necessary Per sonnel working with or near high voltage should be familiar with modern...

Page 4: ...appear in the test where there is danger to op erating and maintenance personnel and are repeated here for emphasis WARNING When power is in the upper range of the load s capacity the radiator will be...

Page 5: ...perienced operator can refer to Chapter 4 Operating Instructions All instructions necessary to operate the equipment are contained in this sec tion MAINTENANCE All personnel should be familiar with pr...

Page 6: ...racteristics and Capabilities 1 Dimensions and Weight 1 Power and Utility Requirements 1 Environmental Requirements 1 Items Furnished 1 Items Required 1 Tools and Test Equipment 1 Theory of Operation...

Page 7: ...iator 10 Inspection 10 Oil Leakage 10 Cleanliness 10 Completeness 10 Preventive Maintenance 10 RF Assembly Test 10 Disassembly 11 RF Input Connector Replacement 11 Diaphragm and Coolant Oil 11 RF Load...

Page 8: ...Replacement Parts List 13 Difference Data Sheet 15 VSWR Difference 15 Operating position 15 Bird Model 8135 Termaline Coaxial Load Resistor vi...

Page 9: ...It has a weight of 6 lb 2 7 kg net and a shipping weight of 8 lb 3 6 kg Power and Utility Requirements Being a passive electronic device the Model 8135 needs no outside source or utility service Envir...

Page 10: ...inuous Frequency Range DC 4000 MHz Dimensions 8 13 16 L x 4 W x 6 7 16 H 224 x 102 x 164 mm Ambient Temperature 40C to 45C 40F to 113F Cooling Method Dielectric liquid air convection Weight Nominal 6...

Page 11: ...es of the load Dielectric Coolant and Seal The coolant oil is chosen for its desirable dielectric proper ties and thermal characteristics Cooling of the load is ac complished by natural fluid and air...

Page 12: ...Bird Model 8135 Termaline Coaxial Load Resistor 4...

Page 13: ...l position to insure that the load resistor will always be immersed in the coolant Mounting The Model 8135 may be fastened to a work or test bench To do this remove the four rubber bumpers from the bo...

Page 14: ...Bird Model 8135 Termaline Coaxial Load Resistor 6...

Page 15: ...ssi ble differences in VSWR Normal Operation Being a passive device the Model 8135 will function without an operator in attendance provided its stated performance limits are not exceeded WARNING When...

Page 16: ...the RF source as in the above procedure WARNING Never attempt to disconnect the equipment from the transmission line while RF power is being applied Leaking RF energy is a potential health hazard Bir...

Page 17: ...mbly Faulty dia phragm rear Replace per para Disassembly Di aphragm and Coolant Oil Overheating of the radiator Transmitter power too high Reduce transmit ter power Coolant oil level too low Add more...

Page 18: ...ng bands both front and back Cleanliness Check for cleanliness of the radiator fins and the RF connec tor Proceed as in paragraph Cleaning Completenes s Inspect the Model 8135 Termaline Load for compl...

Page 19: ...place or examine the coolant oil Replacement of the diaphragm and coolant oil are out lined in the following steps 1 Stand the load vertically with the back end up 2 Loosen the clamp screw until clamp...

Page 20: ...tor Assembly To replace the load assembly reverse the procedure in the RF Load Resistor Assembly paragraph Customer Service Any maintenance or service procedure beyond the scope of those provided in t...

Page 21: ...ectric coolant before shipping Replacement Parts List Model 8135 Maintenance 13 Available QC Type Connectors N Female 4240 062 LT Female 4240 018 N Male 4240 063 LT Male 4240 012 HN Female 4240 268 C...

Page 22: ...Bird Model 8135 Termaline Coaxial Load Resistor 14...

Page 23: ...It will handle up to 35 kW peak power with a pulse width of one microsecond For further information on peak power rat ings contact the factory When ordering a new RF section for the Model 8135A order...

Page 24: ...ade for amounts so expended by Buyer Every such claim for breach of these warranties shall be deemed to be waived by Buyer unless made in writ ing within ten 10 days from the date of discovery of the...

Page 25: ...e above referenced product to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the provisions of the following standards 1 European Standard EN 61010 1 1993 Safety Group II This standard is in acc...