573357AB
573357AB
573357AB
7,5 – 15 kVA
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
I. Annexes ..................................................................................................................... 77
Document no.: 573357AB Page 4
Manual AXA 2200
7,5 – 15 kVA
Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions
To avoid hazards the following safety instruction must be followed to ensure personnel’s health
and safety during installation, daily operation and during maintenance interventions.
The AXA 2200 can be delivered with several optional features. Therefore, kindly refer to
Chapter H for information about the configuration of this particular equipment before
installing, operating or performing maintenance of the equipment.
Prior to the installation of this equipment, you should read chapter A, B and G in addition to
chapter H. Special attention must be given to chapter B and G which describe the requirements
for the building installation, the interlock safety system, short circuit protection and minimum
cable dimensions to get the maximum performance of the equipment.
For safety reasons the interlock cables must be connected in accordance with the diagram B-1.
If the interlock cables are not correctly mounted, this may cause hazard to operators, as the
output plug would then be left with voltage on, when the start push button has been pushed.
After installation of interlock cables, output cable(s) and plug(s), the phase sequence and the
function of the interlock system must be thoroughly checked prior to connection of any aircraft.
After the study of chapter H, you should read chapter A and C which give you an overall
introduction of how to operate the equipment.
If the equipment is plugable at the input by means of an industrial plug and in case that you are
not sure that the building installation complies with the requirements of the equipment to be
connected, we refer to the installation safety instruction.
Service personnel should study the complete manual carefully. It is important not only to be
confident with the equipment, but also to be aware of local health and safety rules applicable
where the equipment is installed.
A. General Description
Figure A-1 on which the following description is based shows the basic design principle. A
detailed description of the power part is found in chapter D whereas the electronic part is
described in chapter E.
The block diagram shows the power part and electronic part. The power modules and the power
switch gear make up the power part, whereas the electronic modules make up the electronic part.
Input Output
Input 12-pulse Isolation Output
DC/AC-module
filter transformer transformer filter
POWER Input breaker
Output
contactor(s)
PART
50/60 Hz
400 Hz
AUX
Output feed
module
module
Processor module
ELEC-
TRONIC Control panel
Display
PART RS485 RS232
Relay
module 2
Remote
control
Relay
module 1
Instrumen-
tation
Keyboard
module
The input filter protects the converter from mains transients. After the filtering, the three phases
of the mains are transformed into six phases which are then rectified in a non-regulated 12-pulse
full bridge rectifier. The combination of the 12 pulse rectifier, the related transformer and the
input filter ensures that harmonic feed back into the mains is reduced to a minimum (i.e. no
mains pollution/distortion).
An additional benefit provided by the 12 pulse rectifier is the soft start facility which limits the
inrush currents at the input to a value inferior to the converter’s nominal current.
The filtered DC-voltage supplies the inverter which generates a 3-phase 400 Hz system with a
regulated amplitude and a low harmonic content. The inverter technology is based on a Space
Vector Pulse Width Modulation (SV-PWM) concept which is an advanced type of the PWM
technology. The SV-PWM system provides the converter with extremely fast dynamic properties
and a low distortion. The harmonic content of the output voltage is further reduced by means of
an output filter resulting in a total distortion of less than 3%.
The isolation transformer secures galvanic separation between the mains and the 400 Hz outlet.
The processor module is based on a micro-controller and a digital signal processor (DSP) which
together regulate, supervise and diagnose eventual external and internal faults. As soon as the
converter is connected to the mains, and constantly during normal operation, the processor
module runs through a self-check programme which checks all internal functions. If an internal
or external error is detected, the display shows the nature of the error. All immediate parameters
related to a shut-down are stored in the converter’s memory whereas up to 1000 error situations
can be stored.
To secure optimal storage conditions prior to installation, it is recommended that the converter is
stored inside to protect it from rain and excessive humidity while it is left without power on.
Only equipment in seaworthy packing can be stored outside.
When the converter has been installed and commissioned, we advice that the input is always kept
with input power on to provide optimal conditions for the electronic components and to avoid
humidity in form of condensed water from reaching vital parts.
If for some reason the converter has been without input voltage for a period, a visual inspection
should be carried out. In case that humidity is discovered on any internal parts, the parts have to
dry out before input voltage is again applied.
B.3.1 Input
The converter should be pre-fused according to the table below
The three phases of the mains supply and the earth connection are connected to the terminals
labelled: L1, L2, L3 and PE. As the phase sequence is of importance for the converter's function,
the phase sequence is cleared by means of the built-in auto test (is made by connection of the
mains). If the phase sequence is wrong, this is shown at the display. If wrong, the correction is
made by changing the two phases.
To secure personnel’s health and safety, the converter is equipped with an interlock system.
The system ensures that the output contactor only stays engaged as long as the plug is inserted in
the aircraft receptacle. E.g. as long as the aircraft provide 28 VDC with respect to 400 Hz neutral
to terminal F. Standard wiring between converter and plug is shown in fig. B-1.
A A A
B B B
C C C
N N N
+28VDC
F F F
Jumper To control
E E
For service, maintenance and test purposes, the interlock system can be by-passed via the
display/keyboard set-up. To secure personnel’s health and safety, the unit automatically returns
into normal mode once it receives 28 VDC at terminal F. E.g. when the converter is connected to
an aircraft.
From the factory, the interlock system in GPUs delivered without cables and plugs is by-
passed (via display/keyboard).
When used in connection with military aircraft, the converter normally has to provide 28 VDC
with respect to 400 Hz neutral to ensure a proper interlock function. Standard wiring between
converter and plug is shown in fig. B-2.
A A A
B B B
C C C
N N N
+28VDC
F F F
To control
+28VDC E E E
It is possible to set and to adjust the following parameters by means of the converter's display
and keyboard. The procedure is described in chapter C.4.
B.4.1 Language
The display texts are provided in 3 languages as a standard. It is possible to switch between the
languages by means of the dip switch S1 situated on the back of the display. The table shows
how to select language.
Language / Position S1 - 1 S1 - 2 S1 - 3 S1 - 4
Language 1 OFF OFF X X
Language 1 ON ON X X
Language 2 OFF ON X X
Language 3 ON OFF X X
X = position is random
At delivery, the converter is set to nominal output voltage. This level can be adjusted, if
required, i.e. due to voltage drop in the supply cable. The adjustment range is nominal voltage
15%. PLEASE NOTICE! If the voltage level falls outside the converter's operation range under
adjustment, the converter disengages and reports under- or overvoltage. The nominal voltage as
well as the levels for under- and overvoltage are shown in chapter G.
If long supply cables are used, the voltage drop becomes considerable during load situations.
However, it is possible to increase the converter's output voltage proportionate to the load
current. The adjustment is made while the converter is loaded and when the output cables have
been mounted. With a load current above 20% of the nominal output current, the voltage at the
output plug is adjusted to the required value (larger load current gives a better result). At
delivery, the compensation is pre-set to 0. The maximum compensation is 9V.
If only one outlet is available, only set up 1 is in use.
If two outlets are available, each output has its own set up (1 and 2). In case both outlets are in
use at the same time, the compensation will be set to half of the mean value of the two set up
values.
If the converter's output contactor(s) is (are) not engaged, the converter automatically passes into
standby mode after elapse of a pre-set period. This delay can be set to values between 5 and 900
seconds. At delivery, the time delay is set to 150 seconds.
The converter has a built-in real time clock showing the date and the hour. At delivery, the clock
is set to actual hour (European time). The clock does not adjust itself at changes from summer
time to winter time and vice versa. It is possible to set year, month, day, hour, minutes and
seconds.
The interlock safety system can be by-passed by setting the set-up value to 1.
For further information regarding the interlock system kindly refer to B.3.3
From the factory, the by-pass value is set to 0 which means that the ventilator is temperature
controlled. To by-pass the temperature control for instance for repair and test purposes, the value
is set to 1 whereafter the ventilators will be constantly running.
There are two protocols available. If the value is set to 1, the Siemens 3964R protocol is
choosen. If the value is set to 2, the JBUS protocol is choosen. For further information about the
protocols please contact AXA.
It is possible to select an RS232 port and an RS422/485 port. If the value is set to 1, the RS232
port is selected. With the value set to 2, the RS422/485 protocol is selected.
If the JBUS protocol is selected, the slave address can be set up. The slave address can be set to
values between 1 and 247. At delivery, the address is set to 1.
From the factory the by-pass value is set to 0. If for some reason it is necessary to clear the
memory log after installation the by-pass value is set to 1. After the reset, the by-pass value is
automatically set to 0.
The hour counter and the consumed power counter is reset, when the value is set to 1 (used to
clear the counter memory after installation). The value is automatically set to 0 after reset.
B.5 Maintenance
Battery back-up:
Situated on the processor board, a lithium battery assures that set-up data etc. is not lost during
mains dropouts. The expected life of the battery is approx. 10 years. However, a low battery
voltage does not affect the internal safety system of the GPU that monitors the output voltage,
among other things. Thus aircraft connected to the GPU are not exposed to any danger. To avoid
loss of data we recommend you to replace the battery after 8-9 years of use.
The converter is equipped with the following operation keys and indications:
- Input breaker
- Emergency stop
- Display and keyboard
- Control panel with
- Mains voltage indication
- Fault indication
- Start / Reset push-button and indication for each output contactor
- Stop push-button for each output contactor
Possible options:
- Push button for lamp test (in common with indication of mains voltage)
When activated it connects the converter to the mains. Upon engagement, the converter runs
through a check programme which tests the converter's internal and external conditions. If no
faults or irregularities are detected, the converter passes into standby mode.
COMMON
STOP 1 STOP 2
ERROR
C.3.3 Start/Reset
C.3.3.1 Converter in Standby Mode:
A push at the Start/Reset button resets the converter which then performs an auto-test of internal
and external parameters. If the test programme is performed without detection of any errors, the
corresponding output contactor is engaged (Start/Reset button), and the converter automatically
passes from standby into 400 Hz available mode. The Start/Reset button is lit, meaning that
400 Hz is available at the output. The output contactor is activated for 1 second no matter
whether the interlock signal is present or not. If the interlock signal disappears, the converter
passes into standby mode after the elapse of the delay to standby. Missing interlock signal is
shown at the display.
The converter is in 400 Hz available when at least one of the output contactors is engaged. A
push at Start/Reset engages the output contactor of the corresponding outlet and the button is lit,
indicating that the output contactor is engaged. The converter supplies 400 Hz at the output, until
the output contactor is disengaged. If both interlock signals disappear, the converter passes into
stand-by mode after the elapse of the delay to standby.
C.3.4 Stop
A push at the stop button disengages the corresponding output contactor. At disengagement of
both output contactors, the converter immediately passes into standby mode.
2 3 4 1 6 5
NORMA
DISP
ALAR
DISP
SETU
GP
AXA POWER
Definitions:
1. Display text area, 2 lines of 40 characters per line.
2. Key and LED : NORMAL DISP.
3. Key and LED : ALARM DISP.
4. Key and LED : SET-UP GPU.
5. Key : ARROW UP.
6. Key : ARROW DOWN.
The keyboard is read 4 times per second. Therefore a key press must last longer than 1/4 of a
second to make sure that the key press is registered.
Start by pressing NORMAL DISP and keep it down. Press ARROW UP or ARROW DOWN
until the display contrast is satisfactory. Release NORMAL DISP as the last key. If not, the
display changes according to last pressed ARROW key.
OR
CONTROL UNIT IS WORKING
PLEASE WAIT
OR ALARM PICTURE, according to Alarm mode
In case of built-in options such as magnetic card readers or 90% switches integrated in the plug,
additional display default pictures may occur.
By pressing and releasing ARROW UP or ARROW DOWN, the user can browse through the
following pictures, including the above shown picture.
ARROW UP : Order as shown below
ARROW DOWN : Reverse order of below
The display remains in View mode until another mode is selected from the keyboard, unless the
converter is reset/restarted from alarm status.
By pressing and releasing one of the keys ARROW UP or ARROW DOWN, browsing is done in
the order:
ARROW UP : Younger towards older
ARROW DOWN : Older towards younger
By pressing and releasing key ALARM DISP. the display returns to the youngest logged alarm.
The maximum number of loggings is 1000. If this number should be reached, the oldest error
logging disappears, when a new error is logged, according to chapter F.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Definitions:
1. Year of the shown logging.
2. Month of the shown logging.
3. Day of the shown logging.
4. Hour of the shown logging.
5. Minute of the shown logging.
6. Unambiguous error code for the shown logging, see section F.
7. Log number for the shown logging, youngest = 1, oldest = 999 or less.
8. Total logging, counting from 1 to 1000.
9. Error explanation in plain text.
The displayed text in Alarm mode complies with figure C-3. The top line of the display contains
logging data such as date and time, unambiguous error code and numbers concerning the actual
and all logging. The bottom line contains an explanation in clear language of the alarm/error in
question.
As long as the fault has not been corrected, the display keeps switching between one of the
following messages and the one shown in figure C-3, depending of the nature of the error.
INTERNAL ERROR
PRESS RESET OR CALL TECHNICIAN
EXTERNAL ERROR
PRESS RESET OR CALL TECHNICIAN
For detailed information on the various display pictures and their signification in Alarm mode,
see chapter F.
If Alarm mode is selected from another display mode, and the converter is not in alarm status,
the display returns to Default mode, after elapse of 1 minute without any key press.
If the converter is in alarm status, the display shows the youngest logged alarm (Log Number 1)
after this time out.
When entering Black box mode from another display mode, the display passes into Black box
mode 1.
If the operator wants to have a closer look at the recorded input / output parameters in relation
to a given logged error, this is done by pushing and releasing ALARM DISP. In the way, the
display passes into Black box mode 2.
SETUP VALUES
VOLT = xxx COMP = xxx.x AMP = xxx
By pushing and releasing ALARM DISP. the display reverts to Black box mode 1, where it
shows the error logged prior to the change into Black box mode 2.
The converter can memorise up to 50 logged errors with their related parameters. If this number
is reached, the oldest error is deleted when a new is logged.
By simultaneous push and release of ALARM DISP. and ARROW DOWN, the display returns
to the last recorded operation.
The converter can store up to 50 recorded operations. If this number should be reached, the
oldest recording is deleted when a new is recorded.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
8 9
The text shown in Power log mode is in accordance with figure C-4. First line contains logging
data such as date, hour, log number code for the actual operation and for previous loggings. The
bottom line contains time and energy consumption as well as customer number (if available).
When entering Setup mode from another display mode, the display is in Setup mode 1.
Select wanted parameter, among the following in forward or reverse order, by activating key
When the wanted parameter is found, press and release key SETUP GPU to select this parameter
for adjusting. To avoid undesired adjustments, the Confirmation procedure (section C.4.8) has to
be carried out. If this is successfully done, the display passes into Setup mode 2.
If the confirmation is successful the below text will be displayed for 20 seconds or until
activation of another key. Afterwards the display returns to Setup mode part 1, displaying the
same parameter.
SETUP CONFIRMED
NEW SETUP ACTIVATED
If a parameter (for example output voltage) is adjusted, while the converter is supplying 400 Hz
at the output, the converter follows the commands from the display/keyboard. If setup
confirmation is not successful, the converter returns to the old setup value.
As for the reset parameters (logs and counters) the value automatically returns back to 0 after
confirmation.
After expiration of 1 minute without any key press, the display automatically returns to default
mode. Previous parameter adjustments will be regarded as "not confirmed" and the parameter
value remains as before entering setup mode.
is displayed for 20 seconds or until key activation. In this case, the confirmation is not
successful.
CONFIRM SETUP
TO CONTINUE
To confirm the setup: Move switch S2 from top position to bottom position and back
again to top position. If this is done within 30 seconds, the confirmation is successful,
otherwise it is not. If the confirmation is successful, the display reacts as described in
Setup mode 1 or 2.
The display automatically returns to Default mode, when 1 minute has elapsed without any key
press.
Selecting Setup mode from other modes always results in Setup mode 1.
The converter is equipped with an input breaker. The input breaker disconnects all power supply
to the converter except for the input breaker terminals that are closest to the mains. Upon
engagement, the converter passes into standby mode.
The purpose of the filter is to reduce the EMC back into the mains to such a level that
surrounding equipment is not disturbed. At the same time, the filter prevents mains transients
from reaching vital parts in the converter.
The filter consists of an RFI-filter (X- and Y capacitors) and a series-choke. The purpose of the
RFI filter is to limit the high frequency emission, whereas the series-choke prevents
deformations and voltage reinjections back into the mains during the commutation between two
diodes.
The 12-pulse transformer transforms the three phases of the mains into six phases. The six
phases are rectified in a 12-pulse semi-conductor full bridge. The rectifier is made up of six
diodes and six thyristors which are placed on the DC/AC module. The combination of the 12-
pulse rectifier, the 12-pulse transformer and the input filter choke means that there is hardly no
harmonic feed back into the mains (i.e. no mains pollution/distortion).
The 12-pulse rectifier also provides a soft start by gradually increasing the firing angle of the
thyristors. In this way, the inrush current caused by the low-pass filter's capacitor is limited to a
value inferior to the converter’s nominal current. During operation, the thyristors are fully turned
on and the rectifier bridge is acting as an un-regulated 6-phase rectifier bridge.
The 12-pulse rectifier system is characterised by an almost sinusoidal line current and a power
factor better than 0,96. This means less stress on the main supply network and distribution
transformers.
The DC Filter smoothes the pulsating DC voltage from the 12-pulse rectifier to a level which
does not cause any significant voltage modulation at the output.
At ohmic inductive load, the filter's capacitor battery supplies the reactive part of the current
which means that the converter's apparent output power (kVA) might be bigger than the
consumed power.
Based on the un-regulated DC voltage, the converter's inverter part generates a 400 Hz voltage
with adjustable amplitude.
The amplitude adjustment of the voltage's fundamental is made by application of Space Vector
Pulse Width Modulation. This gives the converter very good dynamic properties in case of load
or mains variations.
IGBT-transistors are used as switches. The transistors' restricted voltage is 1200 V and their
rated current is 100A. Apart from this, the transistors can handle the currents that occur in case
of a short circuit at the output or a malfunction in the converter.
Short circuits are detected by means of current sensors measuring the inverter current thus
securing a quick stop. Each module is equipped with a gate-drive that generates the necessary
firing signals for the transistors.
The output transformer secures galvanic separation between in- and output. It also transforms
the voltages from the AC modules into the required 3 x 200/ 115V aircraft voltage. The filter
choke for the output AC-filter is an integrated part of the transformer.
The output AC filter reduces the content of harmonics resulting in an output voltage with a total
distortion of less than 3%.
Beside the filter choke (integrated in the transformer) and the capacitor bank, the AC-filter
consists of a RFI-filter that reduces the high frequency emission from the converter.
The converter is equipped with one output contactor per outlet. The contactor is engaged at start
up of the corresponding output, and it is disengaged, when the stop button is applied. If the
converter does not receive the aircraft's interlock voltage after 1 second, the contactor
disengages. In case of repair/service, the converter's interlock system can be by-passed.
By means of interface components, the processor module takes care of controlling-, supervision-
and regulating tasks in the converter. The processor module is based on a micro-controller and a
digital signal processor making it possible
E.1 Facilities
Safety
Check of the power components' function
Monitoring of internal and external parameters.
Customer registration
Date (year, month, day), time (hour, minute, second), customer number, power consumption
and duration are recorded.
The last 50 operations can be recalled / examined.
Fig. E-2 shows the composition of the processor module as well as the relation between the
processor module and the interfaces. The processor module and the interfaces are built-up in
modules with only few single core connectors thus leading to easy service and repair. The
interface modules provide galvanic isolation, transformation and over current protection between
the processor module and the power part.
Aux.
Module
Display
Module
Relay
6
8
Module
Connector
Processor
Board
Relay
6
Module
8
OPTIONAL Module
DC/AC-module Output
voltage/current
All interface modules are connected to the processor module by means of shielded multi-core
cables. The cable connections are provided with mechanical lock.
The primary functions of the above mentioned components are briefly described in the
following.
Galvanic Isolation of
voltage feed back from
Output Adjustment of
voltage feed back
F. Error Diagnostics
Overall Comments
As described for the display in alarm mode (section C.4.7.3), the display provides extensive
information in case of a failure in the converter or at it's in- and output conditions.
In case of an error/alarm, the latest logged error information is automatically shown at the
display. If for some reason, this is not the case, call up the latest logged error.
In most cases, the displayed text or the error code (and section F.2) provide the necessary
information for correction of the error.
Before trying anything else it is recommended to perform at least one reset/restart of the
converter, because:
If the error was caused by an abnormality or related to external conditions, it is most likely
not permanent.
If the found/logged error has caused an internal damage, this damage is the problem to
relate to or to correct. Such a damage is found by the extensive check routine, carried out
during reset.
If the error persists after a reset and it therefore is necessary to check and repair the converter,
kindly notice:
that the capacitors remain charged to dangerous voltages. The discharge time is 5 minutes.
that modules including Printed Circuit Boards with active components are sensitive to
ESD.
In case that you need to contact AXA in connection with any fault guidance, please inform us of
the serial number of the GPU. The serial number can be found at the rating plate which is
placed on front of the GPU.
Theoretically, most failures in the GPU could be caused by bad connections and cable failures.
Hence, for your convenience all control cables are equipped with the same 16-pole click-in
connection at both ends. This means that they are compatible. Therefore you may use any
control cable to verify if the cable should be the reason of the failure.
If the fuses F1 or F2 on the relay module are blown, no interlock signal is returned. This error is
probably related to a short circuit in the surge suppressors V1 and V2 which should therefore be
checked. If a short circuit is detected: Remove the short-circuit and restart the converter.
In case of an over voltage the converter’s safety terminals the so-called thermi traps will be
short-circuited. Therefore, if any internal fuses on the relay module are blown, the related
terminals should be checked.
Push the defective push button and check that the corresponding LED on the relay module
(component A6 see main circuit) is lit. If this is not the case, check that the main LED H15 is lit;
otherwise change fuse F3.
If the corresponding LED is lit and if the GPU does not react when the push button is activated,
the relay board is defective and must be replaced.
For convenience all examples of display alarm pictures in this section show the same date, time,
log number and number of total loggings. The display alarm picture used is:
How to read: On august 20 th 1998 at 8 am an error was logged. The error code is xxyy (group
number xx, location number yy), this logging is the latest logging, number 001 out of 56
loggings in total.
F.2.1 Error Log Initialisation or Malfunctioning
F.2.1.1 Error Code 0000 - 0099
The output voltage (Phase-Neutral) at the converter’s output terminals has exceeded the
displayed limit. Most likely due to
Defective output feed module.
Defective voltage feed back module.
Defective components in processor module.
DC/AC module current has exceeded the limit during the last part of the 400 Hz softstart,
most likely due to short circuit in transformer-/filter-section or missing feed back voltage
from the 400 Hz output.
Defective DC/AC module.
Defective output feed module
Defective voltage feed back module
Defective components in processor module.
Internal 12V DC supply voltage is too low.
The fans are not running properly or the air flow is reduced
Defective thermal sensor
Defective components at AUX module
Defective components at processor module
G. Technical Specifications
G.1 Standards
DFS 400 Specification for 400 Hz aircraft power supply.
ISO 6858 Aircraft ground support electrical supplies- General requirements
BS 2G 219 General requirements for ground support electrical supplies for aircraft
MIL-704E Aircraft electric power characteristics.
EN 62040-1-1 General and safety requirements
EN 61000-6-4 Electromagnetic compatibility, Generic emission standard (EN 50081-2)
EN 61000-6-2 Electromagnetic compatibility, Generic immunity standard (EN 50082-2)
SAE ARP 5015 Ground equipment – 400 Hz ground power performance requirement
EN2282 Aerospace series characteristics of aircraft electrical supplies
G.2 Electrical Specifications
G.2.1 Input
Voltage 3 x 400V ± 15% or according. to customers spec.
Frequency 50 / 60 Hz ± 5 %
Rectification 12-pulse
Line Current 9.5 A ± 15% (7,5 kVA); 19 A (15 kVA)
Max. pre-fusing 16 A (7,5 kVA); 32 A (15 kVA)
Line Current Distortion < 10% (15 kVA); < 15% (7,5 kVA)
Power Factor > 0.96 at 100% load
Inrush current None, soft start
Power interruption Up to 20 ms
G.2.2 Output
Power 7.5 - 15 kVA, cos = 0.8
Voltage 3 x 200/115 V.
Power factor 0,7 lagging to 0,95 leading.
Voltage regulation < 0,5% for balanced load
< 3% for 30% unbalanced load
Voltage transient recovery U < 8% and recovery time < 10 ms at 100% load change
Total harmonic content < 2% at linear load (typically < 1.5%)
< 2% at non-linear load according to ISO 1540
Crest factor 1.414 ± 3%
Voltage modulation < 1.1%
Phase angle symmetry 120° ± 1° for balanced load ,
120° ± 2° for 30% unbalanced load
Frequency 400 Hz ± 0,1%
Overload 20% for 600 seconds
50% for 30 seconds
70% for 5 seconds
100% for 1 second
G.3 Efficiency
Overall efficiency > 0,90 at 7,5 kVA load, 0,93 at 15 kVA load
Stand-by losses < 50 W
No load losses < 1 kW
G.4 Set-up
G.5 Protections
G.6 Physical
G.7 Environmental
H. Options / Deviations
In areas with high relative humidity, temperature drops cause formation of dew inside the
enclosure of the GPU. On a long-term basis, this can affect components such as relays,
switchgears and printed circuit boards (PCBs). Dew formation can; however, be avoided by
installation of heating elements in the GPU.
During operation, the waste heat from the circuits prevents dew from arising. In stand-by mode
where the internal losses are insignificant, two 60 W anti-condensation heaters automatically
switch on and prevent condensation from arising.
As a standard, mobile GPUs are equipped with a protective cover in front of the operator’s panel.
Other models can be provided with the same on an optional basis. This could for instance be in
areas exposed to snow from snow clearing machinery.
Protective
Cover
In areas with extreme weather conditions, where the GPU might be exposed to
snow or very low temperatures, it is recommended to use “Heavy Duty” Push
buttons, which are designed for this purpose. They also have an improved
mechanical strength for rough handling.
Additional base module, which extends the height of the GPU by 195 mm. Standard colour is
RAL 7043 (dark grey) which corresponds to the colour of the frame.
Transformer, which enables connection of the GPU to the following mains voltages:
3 x 208 VAC (recommended pre-fuse: 50 A)
3 x 220 VAC (recommended pre-fuse: 50 A)
3 x 230 VAC (recommended pre-fuse: 50 A)
3 x 240 VAC (recommended pre-fuse: 50 A)
3 x 440 VAC (recommended pre-fuse: 25 A)
3 x 460 VAC (recommended pre-fuse: 25 A)
3 x 480 VAC (recommended pre-fuse: 25 A)
3 x 600 VAC (recommended pre-fuse: 20 A)
A relay measures the voltage difference between the 400 Hz neutral and earth. If the difference
exceeds 50 V (can be adjusted to a low setting, if required), the relay will stop the 400 Hz
converter.
A permanent connection to earth of aircraft at the apron can be obtained by connecting the 400
Hz neutral inside the GPU to earth. With an additional supervision of the neutral conductor
(Option 573929) a high degree of personal safety is achieved.
As standard, GPUs are supplied with connections for RS232 and RS422. The RS485 Interface
option will provide a galvanic isolated RS485 connection and allow for multi-point connection.
Further, the connection is led from the A9 Processor Module behind the rear door to a more
appropriate location behind the front door. The external connection is made on the terminal as
per diagram no. 473954 on module A18 located behind the front door.
TCP/IP or Ethernet Interface is today a widely used interfacing port. With this option it is
possible to interface with the GPU with MODBUS/JBUS RTU protocol via TPC/IP data port.
Further, the connection is led from the processor behind the rear door to a more appropriate
location behind the front door. The external connection is made with a standard RJ45 connector
as per diagram no. 473955 on module A19 located behind the front door. Ethernet Baud rate:
10/100 Mbit/s.
In a standard GPU, error and power logs as well as real time readings are available via the
display located on the GPU. With this service tool it possible to download the error and power
logs to a PC or laptop and further it is possible to view the real time readings on the monitor.
The tool includes SW and a HW lock for installation on a PC or laptop (PC/Laptop is not
included).
Further, it includes a data cable and a serial to USB adaptor, enabling connection to the USB
port on a PC / Laptop. The data cable from the PC / Laptop is connected on the A9 Processor
Module behind the rear door.
I. Annexes
Electrical-diagrams
Drawing no.:
Electrical main-diagram and instrumentation 473179
Interface Module
Relay Module
Output Contactor
Input Breaker
FRONT VIEW
Transformer f. Fan
DC/AC Module
Output Filter
Capacitors
REAR VIEW
Chokes Transformers
400 Hz Transformer
SIDE VIEW