EMC test system adds remote control

The latest version of the Modula EMC test system may be remotely controlled from distances up to 30m using the optional Wi-Fi enabled PDA or PC with wireless LAN.

Schaffner has completed a comprehensive update of its Modula EMC test system.

Modula employs the latest technology pulse generators and measurement systems for investigating the immunity of products to electromagnetic interference.

The new version may be remotely controlled from distances up to 30m using the optional Wi-Fi enabled PDA or PC with wireless LAN.

This simplifies taking measurements in both laboratories and on site locations where cables and defined grounding points may make access difficult.

The large, colour, touch screen of the PDA clearly displays large amounts of information, allows test routines to be called up from the system library, make simple adjustments of test parameters and saving to memory of user-specific tests.

Modula is an open architecture system allowing expandable and obsolescence-proof testing.

Test functions may be simply configured to individual users needs by selecting the appropriate modules.

Additional modules may be added by the user at any time should test requirements change.

All modules are individually calibrated reducing downtime and simplifying maintenance.

The modular construction ensures compliance with changes to standards may be accommodated quickly and cost effectively.

As all system components are self-contained function modules, configuration, accessibility and interrelationships are automatically made available to the user when installed.

Using an industry standard system bus for internal and external access to every function via Ethernet or Wireless LAN under Windows software control based on LabView ensures the greatest possible flexibility.

Modula's test library may be continually updated to keep in step with relevant standards and individual test routines may be easily created from preprogrammed standard tests.

Test reports are prepared automatically by Modula and include EUT response if the electrical monitoring facility is used.

The standard report is suitable for most QA and EMC Conformity test certification requirements.

Test data may also be exported in Word format and to external databases.

Comments on test procedures may be added in real-time and included in reports.

The Modula mainframe is a tabletop case measuring 238 x 440 x 491mm and has a rack mounting option.

The range of standard test modules for Modula currently available includes: surge generator to EN61000-4-5; burst generator to EN61000-4-4; and a power quality tester to IEC61000-4-11 and -29.

A very wide range of accessories to meet all EMC testing requirements is also available, these include both manual and automatic step transformers, handheld ESD generator up to 15kV, burst coupling networks, automatic single and double variacs, manual and automatic interface/amplifier for magnetic antennas, high voltage digital probes, three-phase coupling networks to 100A, a wide range of test antennas and remote safety switch for fixed installation.

"Since it's original launch the Modula has been a very successful EMC test system", comments Andy Kotas, Marketing Manager of Schaffner.

"These new, innovative options and increased simplicity of use will ensure Modula continues to be the easiest and most cost effective way to carry out EMC testing wherever it is required".

Modula EMC testers have been successfully sold for use in applications such as testing semiconductor and deposition systems, power supplies, access control systems, voice and videoconferencing equipment, motion controllers, power generation control systems and for use in EMC test facilities.

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