Component Tests: Insulation Test System
Component Tests: Insulation Test System
Component Tests: Insulation Test System
Insulation
Test System
General
Insulation plays a great role in electro-technology, as well as electric power generation, power
distribution and loads. Insulation can be stressed by a number of factors. Slowly increasing
over voltages can be generated by transmission line switching, turning off heavy loads, switch-
ing of capacitive or inductive currents or by lightning strikes on power lines. The disturbance
time is in the order of ms. Fast increasing over voltages are generated by switching actions
related to failures and lightning in power lines and switch yards. Disturbance times are in
the order of µs. Also, lightning in the vicinity of transmission power lines can induce over
voltages. Very fast increasing over voltages are generated by switching or failures in gas
insulated stations or substations (GIS). The very fast switching occurs as a result of high
field levels before breakdown occurs in the gas (ns). Despite the fast switching phenomena,
gas insulation has many advantages over conventional methods. The main advantage is
that voltage withstand capability does not change with time, whereas oil/paper or solid in-
sulators degrade with time or can even be destroyed by partial discharges. Insulation tests
are to ensure that there is no breakdown or repeated flash over. Several test methods can
be employed. A.C., D.C. and peak impulse are alternative test methods. It is sufficient that
the equipment passes any one of the three. Impulse tests have the advantage of reduced
power dissipation in the components and protection devices can be left in circuit.
EMC Partner voltage Insulation Test Systems are applied to ensure the safe operation of
transformers, cables, switches and a multitude of other products. The 1.2/50 µs voltage
wave is used for impulse insulation tests.
Impulse testing is performed on components and assemblies either during production or post
installation as part of a routine maintenance regime. Accurate monitoring and assessment
of the impulse wave shape is an essential part of the test as voltage breakdown is indicated
by a change in the waveshape.
Generators
A range of generators are available to cover dielectric withstand tests up to 144kV.
The generators all employ a patented EMC PARTNER voltage module that enables
the same topology to be used for a generator capable of 6kV or 144kV. The same
control unit and software is common across the whole range. For all generators, the
most significant test parameters can be programmed as fixed values on the instrument
front panel or using one of the EMC PARTNER software packages.
- MIG0603
Impulse voltage tester 1.2/50µs voltage range 0.5kV up to 6kV. Series resistor
40ohm
- MIG1203S250
Compact voltage Impulse tester with 1.2/50µs, 250/2500µs and 1/1000µs. Maximum
12kV. Impedance 40 and 500ohm.
- MIG1803
Impulse voltage tester 1.2/50µs voltage range 1kV up to 18kV. Series resistor
40ohm
Photovoltaic modules
- MIG1803-12
Impulse voltage tester 1.2/50µs voltage range 1kV up to 18kV. Series resistor
500ohm. Combination wave 0.25kV up to 18kV. Virtual impedance 12ohm
- MIG2403
Impulse voltage tester 1.2/50µs voltage range 2kV up to 24kV. Series resistor
40ohm
- MIG3603C
Impulse voltage tester 1.2/50µs voltage range 2kV up to 36kV. Series resistor
500ohm. Impulse voltage tester 1.2/50µs voltage range 0.25kV up to 6kV. Series
resistor 500ohm. Impulse voltage tester 1.2/50µs voltage range 2kV up to 36kV.
Source impedance 12ohm. Combination wave 0.25kV up to 6kV. 0.125kA up to 3kA.
Virtual impedance 2ohm
- MIG4803
Impulse voltage tester 1.2/50µs voltage range 2kV up to 48kV. Source impedance
50ohm. Combination wave 0.25kV up to 6kV. 0.125kA up to 3kA. Virtual impedance
2ohm
MIG0603
Pulse duration 50 µs
Polarity positive, negative, alternating
MIG1203
MIG1203SOLAR
MIG1203S250
MIG1803-12
MIG2403
MIG3603C
MIG2403
MIG4803
MIG14403
System Flowcharts
Insulation Testing
Insulation Testing
MIG4803
MIG0603 MIG2403 MIG3603C
MIG14403
MIG1203
MIG1803
MIG1803-12
CN-MIG24 TC-MIG24
EUT
MIG1203 MIG2403
NW-IEC60065-1 NW-IEC60065-1A
CN-MIG18AMP MIG-COMAT36
EUT
TC-MIG24
A test cabinet for EUT with maximum dimensions 12 X 15 x 28cm. Can be used together
with MIG 1206, MIG1809 and MIG2412.
TC-MIG24 is linked to the MIG 1206, MIG1809 and MIG2412 safety circuit. Opening
the test cabinet disables test voltages. Safety circuit status is indicated by red and
green lamps in the test cabinet.
TC-MIG24
CN-MIG-24
Accessory to MIG1206SPD insulation circuit ONLY. Two test pistols with integrated
red and green warning lamps.
CN-MIG-24
CN-MIG4803
Connection box with 2 connection cables to EUT. Cable length 1.5m one red, one yellow,
equipped with alligator clips at the EUT side. Personal safety at user own risk.
NW-IEC60065-1
Voltage range up to 10kV in accordance with IEC / EN 60065. Impulse capacitance
1nF. Requires MIG1203 and MIG OPTION STEP.
NW-IEC60065-1
NW-IEC60065-1A
Voltage range up to 10kV in accordance with IEC / EN 60065 >/= Ed.7: without 4
Mohm parallel resistor. Impulse capacitance 1nF. Requires MIG1203 and MIG OP-
TION STEP.
SMALL: Dimension 24 x 8 x 8cm. LARGE: Dimension 30 x 23 x 8cm. COVER BOX SMALL COVER BOX LARGE
STAGE2403
Extends the generators MIG7203, MIG9603 or MIG12003 up to 144kV. MIG14403
requires 6 stages. Extension of; MIG7303 max. 3 stages, MIG9603 max. 2 stages,
MIG12003 max. 1 stage. Generator extention must be made at EMCP.
STAGE2403
Software
For remote control of Insulation Testers, an OPTICAL LINK and one of the following
software packages is needed:
- GENECS-MIG: This is a relatively simple program that reproduces generator front
panel functions on a PC. In addition to remote programming and control of the gen-
erators, test report information is available to word processing or other evaluation
programs such as EXCEL.
- TEMA Software: Comfortable control of EMC PARTNER generators from a PC.
Enables up to four generator types to be included in the same test sequence. Gen-
erates an enhanced test report.
GENECS MIG
TEMA software
Immunity Tests
Transient Test Systems for all EMC tests on electronic equipment. ESD, EFT,
surge, AC dips, AC magnetic field, surge magnetic field, common mode,
damped oscillatory and DC dips. According to IEC and EN 61000-4-2, -4,
-5, -8, -9, -10, -11, -12, -16, -18, -19, -29.
Lightning Tests
Impulse test equipment and accessories for aircraft, military and telecom
applications. Complete solutions for RTCA / DO-160 and EUROCAE / ED-14
for indirect lighting on aircraft systems, MIL-STD-461 tests CS106, CS115,
CS116 and Telecom, ITU-T .K44 basic and enhanced tests for impulse,
power contact and power induction.
Component Tests
Impulse generators for testing; varistors, gas discharge tubes (GDT), surge
protective devices (SPDs), X / Y capacitors, circuit breakers, watt-hour me-
ters, protection relays, insulation material, suppressor diodes, connectors,
chokes, fuses, resistors, emc-gaskets, cables, etc.
Emission Measurements
Measurement of Harmonics and Flicker in 1-phase and 3-phase electrical
and electronic products according to IEC /EN 61000-3-2 and 61000-3-3 .
HARCS Immunity software adds interharmonic tests, voltage variation and
ripple on DC tests according to IEC/EN 61000-4-13, -4-14, -4-17.
System Automation
A full range of accessories enhance the test systems. Test cabinets, test pis-
tols, adapters and remote control software, simplify interfacing with the EUT.
Programmable PSU, EMC hardened for frequencies form 16.7Hz to 400Hz.
Frequency PS3-SOFT-EXT complies with IEC / EN 61000-4-14 and -4-28.
Service
Our committment starts with a quality management system backing up
our ISO 17025 accreditation. With the SCS number 129, EMC PARTNER
provide accredited calibration and repairs. Our customer support team are
at your service!
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