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All MagnaDC programmable DC power supplies utilize high-frequency IGBT-based power processing in current-fed topology. This topology adds an additional stage over the conventional voltage-fed topology for enhanced control and system protection, ensuring that even under a fault condition, the power supply will self-protect. Due to the self-protecting characteristics of this topology, the possibility of fast rising current spikes and magnetic core saturation is eliminated.

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For complete control of quality, MagnaDC programmable DC power supplies are designed and manufactured at Magna-Power's vertically integrated USA manufacturing facility in Flemington, New Jersey. Heat-sinks and various metal assemblies are machined from aluminum. Sheet metal is cut, punched, sanded, bent, and powder coated in-house. Magnetics are wound-to-order from validated designs based on a model's voltage and current. A full surface mount technology (SMT) with multiple stages of 3D automated optical inspection ensure high-quality board assemblies. Finally after assembly, products undergo comprehensive test and calibration, followed by an extended burn-in period.

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Using the standard rear isolated 37-pin user I/O connector, the MagnaDC programmable power supplies can be completely controlled and monitored using external signals. The voltage, current, over voltage and over current set points can be set by applying a 0-10V analog signal. Remote start, stop, clear and interlock (emergency stop tie-in) are controlled by applying a 5V digital signal. Each diagnostic condition is given a designated pin, which reads +5V when high. Reference +5V and +10V signals are provided, eliminating the need for external voltage signals and allowing the use of dry contacts.

All communications and user I/IO pins are isolated from the output terminals and referenced to earth-ground as standard.

User I/O Pinout Definitions

All MagnaDC power supplies come standard with an IVI driver and an NI LabVIEW driver featuring a full set of VIs. Get started quickly with either driver using included example programs.

Magna-Power's included Remote Interface Software (pictured) provides an easy and intuitive method to operate a Magna-Power Electronics power supply with computer control. The software includes a virtual control panel, command panel to explore available commands, register panel to monitor the power supply status, calibration panel for recalibrating internal digital potentiometers, firmware panel for upgrading firmware, and a finally a modulation panel to emulate non-linear profiles.

All communication interfaces are supported across the various methods to program MagnaDC power supplies.

Magna-Power's Harmonic Neutralizers eliminate families of harmonic components by multiplying the number of input phases with specially wound magnetic components, reducing the total harmonic distortion (THD). These magnetic components, in combination with equally loaded, high-power DC power supplies, offer a cost-effective solution to maintaining power quality at acceptable levels, enabling applications to benefit from Magna-Power's reliable high-frequency switch-mode power supplies, extended into multi-megawatts. A 12-pulse Harmonic Neutralizer is embedded in all 250 kW models and its installation is transparent to the end user. For applications demanding an even better THD level than that provided by a 12-pulse waveform, external 24-pulse and 48-pulse harmonic neutralizers are available from Magna-Power. Contact you local sales partner for more information.

Understanding AC Harmonic Waveforms

The following figures are representative of expected AC current waveforms for the various pulses available from Magna-Power Electronics power supplies. Standard models 1.5 kW through 150 kW produce 6-pulse waveforms, while 250 kW models produce 12-pulse waveforms. Magna-Power Electronics Harmonic Neutralizers suppress families of harmonics by increasing the number of power phases. It can be used when multiple power supplies are used in series or parallel and are equally loaded. Harmonic Neutralizers can produce 12-pulse, 18-pulse, 24-pulse, or 48-pulse waveforms which have harmonic current components on the order of 12n±1, 18n±1, 24n±1, or 48n±1, respectively. The following figures show the theoretical difference for waveforms with a different number of pulses. Harmonic Neutralizers are protected with appropriate sized primary-side circuit breakers.

Why Neutralize Harmonics?

Input current harmonics are a by-product of nearly all power supplies. Power can only be delivered to the load if the frequency and phase of the voltage and current match. For a three phase power supply using a three phase input rectifier, the input current has a theoretical spectrum of 6n±1 where n is an integer incrementing from 1; this is known as a 6-pulse waveform. This means that a power supply with a three phase input rectifier will produce input currents at 1, 5, 7, 11, 13, 17, 19 ... times the fundamental frequency. The theoretical magnitude decays as the reciprocal of the harmonic component. The 5th and 7th harmonic components have magnitudes of 20% and 14% of the fundamental component, respectively. Harmonics currents in power systems can find unusual paths and can cause problems if the magnitude is significant and there are loads sensitive to harmonic frequencies. For example, lighting ballasts have series connected capacitors and inductors which can be excited by harmonic currents. IEEE has introduced standard, IEEE 519, which defines recommended limits. Implementing this standard requires a knowledge of the power system and other loads producing harmonics. Unfortunately, the standard can allow the same power supply to possibly exceed limits in one application and not in another. In the same respect, a power supply may or may not can cause a harmonic related problem with or without meeting IEEE 519. The best solution to minimize the risk of a harmonic problem is to eliminate the harmonic current at the source.