AMETEK - Spacecraft Power Bus Simulator
Bus simulator includes BPMU and SPU
- Provides enhanced measurement and data-logging of up to 40 channels.
- Bus Power Monitoring Unit (BPMU) can be easily relocated to TVAC chamber to ease cabling complications
- Data can be viewed either in spreadsheet or graphical format
- Spacecraft (Payload) Protection Unit (SPU) provides 10 μsec reaction to out-of-tolerance conditions
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Spacecraft Power Bus Simulator |
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Description |
Provides power stimulus to payload subsystem from three independent power sources |
More Product Information

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Customizable configuration up to 25 contacts: RF, Eye-Pass power, ground, logic
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Lithographically-defined tips allow automated over temperature measurement on pads as small as 30 µm x 50 µm
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Low and repeatable contact resistance on aluminum pads (< 0.05 Ω) ensures accurate results
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Durable probe structure ensures more than 250,000 contacts
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Able to measure from -40°C to +125°C without compromising performance or accuracy of specifications

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Versatile temperature range for extreme environments
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IEEE 1588 PTP
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Power over Ethernet
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P-Iris and DC-Iris lens control
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Monochrome (GT3400) and color (GT3400C) models
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GigE Vision interface with Power over Ethernet
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Screw mount RJ45 Ethernet connector for secure operation in industrial environments
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Supports cable lengths up to 100 meters (CAT-6 recommended)
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Trigger over Ethernet Action Commands allow for a single cable solution to reduce system costs
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Comprehensive I/O functionality for simplified system integration
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Popular C-Mount lens mount
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Easy camera mounting via standard M3 threads or optional tripod adapter
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Easy software integration with Allied Vision's Vimba Suite and compatibility to the most popular third party image-processing libraries.
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Defect pixel column masking feature with the Load Defect Tables tool that allows you to manage a user defined defective pixel list to match your application and optimize the life cycle of the camera.
- Our EuroBrite™ lineup outdoes the competition in so many ways. With more features at a competitive price point, there’s no better value in machine vision lighting:
- Complete built-in control for continuous and strobe modes.
- Adaptive Power™, a feature of the EuroBrite™ lighting controller, utilizes an onboard thermistor to maximize light output in continuous mode.
- Adaptive Overdrive,™ another feature of the EuroBrite™ lighting controller, provides a maximal output pulse in strobe mode regardless of the exposure period.
- IP67 sealed enclosure suitable for washdown environments.
- Rugged construction that has been tested to withstand over 1000lb.
- Industrial grade LEDs providing high-intensity illumination of 33klux (working distance of 100mm).

- Highest Power Density
- Comprehensive Digital and Analog Interface Options
- Scalable, Multi-Unit Design
- Multi-Channel Support
- Straightforward Front Panel Controls
- High Reliability

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Up to 12 contacts; any contact can be DC, Power, Logic to 500 MHz,or RF to 20 GHz
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Online design configuration tool helps you to specify your probe in minutes
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All designs are fully quadrant compatible
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Full solution includes probes, calibration substrates, stations, accessories and software
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Scalable architecture for future needs
- High power density / low ripple and noise
- High programming resolution with Ethernet interface
- Constant voltage and current mode
- Remote sensing
- Isolated analog control and monitoring (optional)

- Combine up to 16 SPDT or 8 multiport, high-performance relays in a 2U footprint
- Latching/Terminated options (EX7204L)
- LXI/LAN and USB command and control options
- Embedded web interface provides interactive utility to monitor and control relays from anywhere in the world
- Flexible API supports IVI and Linux development environments minimizing software investment
- LXI trigger event implementation provides seamless test synchronization with external devices
- Store up to 128 relay configurations for quick recall, including automatic power-up state

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9.2 fps at full resolution
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Power over Ethernet option
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Angled-head and board level variants
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Video-iris lens control
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Monochrome (G-504B) and color (G-504C) models
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GigE Vision interface with Power over Ethernet option
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Screw mount RJ45 Ethernet connector for secure operation in industrial environments
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Supports cable lengths up to 100 meters (CAT-6 recommended)
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Comprehensive I/O functionality for simplified system integration
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Popular C-Mount lens mount
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Easy camera mounting via standard M3 threads on top and bottom of housing or optional tripod adapter
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Easy software integration with Allied Vision's Vimba Suite and compatibility to the most popular third party image-processing libraries.

- Our classic LL163 Line Lights are suitable for low intensity, low speed line scan applications.
- These line lights are well established and have proven reliability.
- Provides a intensity level of 24kLux (working distance of 25mm).
- Available in 7 wavelengths including 395nm (UV) and 880nm (IR).
- Pre-engineered for expandability in 1.5” (38.1mm) increments up to 81” (2.06m).
- LL163 derivatives include LL2912 (3”), LL3024 (6”) and LL3148 (12”) (which represent legacy part numbers)

AMETEK Programmable Power
Located in San Diego, California, AMETEK Programmable Power designs, manufactures, and markets precision, AC and DC programmable power supplies, electronic loads, application specific power subsystems, and compliance test solutions for customers requiring and valuing differentiated power products and services. Also part of our business is VTI Instruments, which delivers precision modular instrumentation and systems for electronic signal distribution, acquisition, and monitoring, used in the world's most demanding test applications.
AMETEK Programmable Power boasts one of the industries' broadest portfolios of programmable power products under the well-known and respected Sorensen, Elgar, and California Instruments brands. AMETEK Programmable Power’s products serve a wide range of stimulus (T&M) and process power needs in applications including semiconductor fabrication, commercial and defense ATE, oil exploration, solar array and battery string simulation, avionics, general R&D and EMC compliance testing.
VTI Instruments provides products and systems which are used to monitor and record data that characterizes the physical integrity and performance of aircraft, engines, and other large structures, as well as automate the functional testing of complex electronic systems. VTI Instruments is recognized as an industry leader with a reputation of providing reliable data, first time, every time.
With strong brands, a broad product portfolio, exceptional precision power conversion and control expertise, proven power system integration capabilities and deep applications knowledge, AMETEK Programmable Power is your source for programmable power supplies, precision data acquisition instruments, and more.
Contact Details
AMETEK Programmable Power, Inc. − San Diego
9250 Brown Deer Road, San Diego, CA 92121, USA
Phone: 858-450-0085
Fax: 858-458-0267
Email: sales.ppd@ametek.com for general inquiries
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