Apex Digital 5708009-C manual General Description, Functional Description, Regulation, Cooling

Apex 1 to 5.5 kW Generator

Theory

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

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The Apex™ product line consisting of generators and delivery system products defined by a matrix of features and capabilities that can be easily custom configured to specific requirements and applications.

The Apex products can be configured to three basic package styles. The Apex products may be configured with integrated SwitchMatch™ matching networks and sophisticated VI sensor instrumentation in place of standard power measurement. The Apex products feature a powerful microprocessor for flexible and accurate operation. The microprocessor also facilitates the addition of one of several optional serial communications protocols in addition to the standard AE Bus host port. Several parallel digital/analog I/O choices are also available. Apex products are designed to be used in clean room environments and are water cooled.

Other optional features include high repetition rate, variable duty cycle pulsing and common exciter (CEX) phase lock operation.

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

In the following section, an overview of the functional description about the Apex products is discussed. Covered in the section is regulation, cooling, interlock, optional water solenoid, grounding and protection. These general descriptions are important to the User since they allow the User to become familiar with the functions of the Apex generator.

Regulation

The Apex generator regulates on forward power, delivered power, or bias voltage measured at the output of the generator. Mode selection is made through a designated pin in the interface connector or by receiving a command through a digital interface option.

Cooling

Apex generators are water-cooled only.

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