FCA 250..AC/AC Frequency Converter
Design Features
- Convection cooled
- Compact size, light weight
- Sinusoidal wave shape
- 250VA of output power
- Full electronic protection
- Telecom quality
- Field-proven design topology
Applications
- Marine / Automotive / RV
- Electric Utilities and Substations
- Telecom Power Plants
- Manufacturing Locations
- Steel Mills
- Military Applications (COTS)
- Industrial Controls
- OEM Applications
- Solar / Alternative Power Systems
- Fuel Cells
Benefits
- Ultra-Quiet
- Power sensitive electronics without interference
- Rugged & Reliable
- Ensure years of safe and trouble free operation
This rugged AC/AC frequency converter uses field proven, microprocessor controlled high frequency PWM technology to generate the required output power with pure sine wave output voltage. It is a mature design with a track record in numerous applications. The AC/DC input stage converts the input voltage to a DC voltage, which feeds the DC/AC inverter to generate the required AC output. The use of high frequency conversion enables a compact construction, low weight and high efficiency. The unit has full electronic protection. The input and output are filtered for low noise. Cooling is via base plate to a heat sinking surface and by natural convection. The use of components with established reliability results in high MTBF. The unit is manufactured at our plant under strict quality control
Input
Input Voltage: 115 or 230 VAC, 410 Hz +/- 20% are standard (other inputs available upon request)
Input Protection:
- Internal safety fuse
- Inrush current limiting
- Varistor
- Lower voltage than specified minimum input will not damage unit
Isolation:
- 2250 Vdc input to ground
- 2250 Vdc input to output
- 2250 Vdc output to chassis
Standards: Designed to meet EN60950-1 and related standards
EMI: EN 55022 Class A as a minimum
Output
Output Voltage:
- 115V / 60Hz / 2.2A or 115V / 400Hz / 2.2A or
- 230V / 50Hz / 1.1A continuous with grounded neutral
- Isolated floating output optional
Output Wave Form: Sinusoidal
Total Harmonic Distortion: Less than 5% at full load
Line/Load Regulation: ± 2% from no load to full load
Load Crest Factor: Maximum 3.0 at 90% load
Output Noise: High frequency ripple is less than 500mV rms (20MHz BW)
Output Overload Protection: Current limiting with short circuit protection. At approximately 300VA unit enter cycling (hiccup)
mode. Thermal shutdown with automatic recovery in case of insufficient cooling
Output Overvoltage Protection: 140Vac by internal supply voltage limiting
Efficiency: Min 80% at full load
Environmental Specifications
Operating Temperature Range: 0°C to +50°C
Temperature Drift: 0.05% per °C over operating temperature range
Cooling: Conduction/convection
Environmental Protection: Basic ruggedizing, Conformal coating
Shock/Vibration: IEC 61373 Cat 1 A&B
Humidity: 5 – 95% non-condensing
MTBF: 110,000 hours @ 45°C
Indicators: output ON LED
Control Input: None
Alarm Output: None
Mechanical Specifications
Package / Dimensions (W x H x L): F3: 132 x 64 x 300mm (5.2″ x 2.5″ x 11.8″). Mounting holes are clear
Weight: 2kg (4.4lbs)
Connections: 12-pole barrier-type terminal block,3/8” spacing. Snap-on cover included.
Warranty: 3 years
Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice.
