BNC Model 508, 2U Rack Mount 2/4 Channel Current Generator

Our most capable current generator provides users with the ability to generate highly precise current pulses, making this unit ideal for applications that require a high level of accuracy and repeatability. Advanced safety features provide user assurance.

The Model 508 is designed for airbag and pyrotechnic initiator testing and represents the latest in current pulse generating capabilities with compelling features that provide users with time-saving characteristics of adjustability, simple operation, and programmability.

The 508 comes in a 19” 2U form factor as a 2 or 4 channel model with current sensing and resistance measurement capabilities. This unit is ideal for applications that require a high level of accuracy and repeatability.

The 508 also comes with advanced safety and testing capabilities that include remote interlock, pre/post measurements, and keyed enable switch so the unit fires only when all safety criteria are met. High functionality, safety, and a rapid return-on-investment are the hallmarks of this new fireset for pyrotechnic initiators. The Model 508 provides multiple firing channels: all-fire, no-fire, resistance measurement, DC current, capacitor discharge, Bruceton, Neyer, and high current.

The performance and advanced features of the 508 current pulse generator make it ideal for applications such as air bag deployment testing (squib detonation) or igniter deployment that can be done reliably, safely and with repeatability.

Applications such as air bag deployment testing (squib detonation), igniter triggering, or ballistics work can be done reliably, safely and with a high level of repeatability.

Features

  • 200 ns Timing Steps
  • 6 amps per Channel
  • 2 or 4 Channel Outputs
  • Benchtop or Rack Mount Design
  • Easy Programming Interface
  • TTL Sync output to T0
  • Safety Interlock

Advanced Features

  • Integrated 4-wire resistance measurement for each channel with pre and post testing features. Ability to set the mean and upper/ lower limits to determine what construes a resistance fault
  • Current and voltage monitor outputs.
  • Front and rear sync outputs.
  • Safety features including remote interlock and removable keyed enable switch.
  • RS232, USB, and Ethernet* computer programming interfaces (* Ethernet is an upgrade option)

SPECIFICATIONS

I/O CONFIGURATION

Output Modules2 Output Channels

4 Output Channels

Input ModuleFront and Rear Trigger

 

INTERNAL RATE GENERATOR

Rate0.01Hz to 100 KHz
Resolution100 ns
Accuracy20 ns
Jitter10 ns RMS
Burst Mode1 to 250 pulses
Output ModesSingle Pulse, Burst
Control ModesInternal Rate Generator, External Trigger

EXTERNAL TRIGGER INPUTS

FunctionGenerate individual pulses (single shot or burst)
Front or RearSelectable between front or rear panel inputs
RateDC to 1/(330ns+Longest active pulse)
Insertion Delay330 ns
Jitter10ns
Impedance1K
SlopeRising or Falling
Trigger FilterFilters out unwanted "glitch" or "runt" pulses
Range0.02 us to 1 ms
Resolution0.02 us
Trigger Level2-15V
Level Threshold Resolution100mV

OUTPUTS

Amplitude0.10 - 6A
Resolution1mA
Accuracy2mA Typical
Compliance Voltage Level20V
Slew Rates
Rising Edge - Inductive (Varies with Load)2A/ us @ 6A

1A/ us @ 3A

0.30A/ us @1A<

(1 ohm and 50' cable)

Falling Edge - Inductive (Varies with Load)-1.60A/ us @6A

-0.90A/ us @3A

-0.30A/ us @1A

(1 ohm and 50' cable)

Rising Edge - Resistive (Varies with Load)6.3A/ us @6A

9.5A/ us @3A

2.2A/ us @1A

(1 ohm & 2" cable)

Falling Edge - Resisitive (Varies with Load)-5.2A/ us @6A

-4.0A/ us @3A

-1.3A/ us @1A

(1 ohm & 2" cable)

RISE TIME

Rising Edge - Inductive (Varies with Load)4us (1 ohm, 50' cable, 6A)
Rising Edge - Resisitve (Varies with Load)550ns (1ohm, 2" cable, 6A)
Pulse Width Range5us - 100s*
Error+/-0.1%
Resolution100 ns
Delay Range0-1s
Error+/-0.1%
Resolution100ns

MONITOR OUTPUTS

Voltage Monitor (Isolated)1V/ V
Current Monitor1V/A
Error< 4%
Bandwidth150KHz

RESISTANCE MEASUREMENT

Range0.1 to 150 Ohms
Resolution.01 Ohms
Error .5 to 15 Ohms< 4%
Error 16 ro 150 Ohms< 10 %
Measurement Current100mA Max.

 SYNC OUTPUTS

 

Front and Rear
T0, Channels A through D

SAFETY

Remote InterlockShorting interlock
Arming Key SwitchRemovable keyswitch

COMMUNICATIONS

RS232115200, 57600, 38400, 19200, 9600, 4800 baud
USBSerial Bridge
Ethernet

SIZE

Size
19" 2Ux10" Rack Mount

ELECTRICAL

Electrical
100/240V, 50-60Hz

 

 

We offer BNC pulse generators only if end users are in Europe, other customers please contact BNC directly.

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