Product Manual 55036 (Revision B) : LVDT Test Device
Product Manual 55036 (Revision B) : LVDT Test Device
Product Manual 55036 (Revision B) : LVDT Test Device
(Revision B)
Original Instructions
Operation Manual
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Manual 55036 LVDT Test Device
Description
The LVDT Test Device provides accurate calibration and checking of LVDTs
(Linear Variable Differential Transformers) used on PG rail governors. The
device can only test governors which can have governor racks set in stationary
positions.
A 6-foot (1.8 m) cable to connect the test device to the governor is included with
the test equipment.
Properly used, the device permits setting up the LVDT to the exact specifications
used at the factory.
Operation
The test device contains a power supply which converts 115 Vac, 50 or 60 Hz
power to +20 and –20 Vdc. Circuits in the device convert the dc power to 2500
Hz at an adjustable amplitude of 0 to 10 Vrms.
A 4.5 digit ac volt meter in the test device is used to read the amplitude of the
frequency output from the device to the LVDT and the voltage output of the LVDT
for the various positions. The selection of output or input is made with the DVM-1
switch on the test device.
A phase lamp is used to check the primary and secondary wiring of the LVDT.
When the LVDT is wired correctly the primary and secondary signals are in
phase. At this time the lamp on the front panel lights. The lamp does not light if
the wiring is wrong or open.
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Operating Instructions
Plug the power cord into a 115 V, 50 or 60 Hz outlet.
Plug the 6-foot (1.8 m) connecting cable into the front panel of the test device
and into the proper connector on the side of the governor. The cable assembly is
marked "J-1" on the test device end and "Governor" on the end which should
plug into the governor. The plugs are identical and should the cable be plugged
in incorrectly the test could be inaccurate due to noise or other interference.
Turn on the power with the On-Off switch. Select EXCITATION on the DVM-1
switch. Adjust the excitation amplitude pot for the desired excitation voltage as
specified for the governor being tested. The pot adjustment locks to assure that
the excitation output is not accidentally changed. Turn the lock clockwise to lock,
counterclockwise to unlock. The frequency of excitation will be at the desired
2500 Hz and cannot be adjusted.
Switch to Feedback Return and read the LVDT feedback on the digital volt meter.
Set up the LVDT for the proper feedback voltage for the specified governor
positions.
Check to see that the polarity OK lamp is lit on the front panel.
Turn off the power to the test box and disconnect the cable from the governor
and then from the test device. Unplug the device from the power supply, if
desired
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Calibration Procedure
1. Turn the On-Off switch to OFF.
3. Plug the power cord into a 115 V, 60 or 50 Hz. power source. Turn the
On-Off switch to ON.
6. Select Excitation on the switch and adjust excitation amplitude all the way
clockwise. (Unlock the pot by turning the lock counterclockwise.)
7. Connect the counter to pins H and G on the device's plug. Read 2500 ±25
Hz. The frequency is not adjustable and the device must be returned to the
factory if this frequency is not within the tolerance listed. Remove the
frequency counter connections.
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8. Connect the ac meter to pins H and G on the device's plug.
9. Make sure the switch is set for EXCITATION. Adjust the Excitation Amplitude
pot for 10.00 V on the external meter. The external and front panel meters
should both read 10.000 ±0.100 Vac. The meter is not adjustable and the
unit must be returned to the factory for repair if the meters do not read the
same.
10. Connect pin H to pin M and pin G to pin J. The phase lamp should light.
Remove the jumper wires and the lamp should go out.
11. Test the continuity in the cable by attaching the cable to the test device and
then repeating the tests from step 10 on the governor end of the cable.
12. Remove the external meter, shutoff the power and unplug the power cord
and 6-foot long cable. Replace the top cover.
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