Aim-TTi MX180T Triple-Output DC Power Supply

Description

The Aim-TTi MX180T Triple-Output DC Power Supply is a compact PSU suitable for bench and rack-mounted applications. It is equipped with three independent channels with full capabilities, mixed-mode regulation and total power of 375 Watts.

For a brief introduction to the Aim-TTi MX Series of Multi-Output DC Power Supplies, please see the following video.

MX Series update: MX100Q

Applications

The ergonomic, easy-to-use design of the Aim-TTi MX180T Triple-Output DC Power Supply, combined with its fully functional outputs, makes it suitable for the following applications:

Medium- to high-power benchtop applications requiring multiple channels
Applications with varying voltage and current requirements
Powering rail sensitive circuits
Repetitive testing applications
High-density system applications requiring multiple outputs from a limited rack space

Mixed-Mode Regulation

The Aim-TTi MX180T Triple-Output DC Power Supply combines high-frequency switch-mode pre-regulation with a linear post-regulation to provide impressive power density, excellent line and load regulation, good transient response and low noise. Mixed-mode regulation allows the Aim-TTi MX180T Triple-Output DC Power Supply to offer a performance similar to that of an all-linear PSU.

Outputs

The Aim-TTi MX180T Triple-Output DC Power Supply includes three isolated and independent outputs. The low power output (18W) is completely variable between 0 and 12V, while the two high power outputs (180W) can be set to 30V/6A, 15V/10A and 60V/3A.

Variable voltage and current combinations mean the Aim-TTi MX180T Triple-Output DC Power Supply can be tailored to suit a range of applications; there are up to twenty-six range combinations available to ensure maximum flexibility. Range switching facilitates the Aim-TTi MX180T Triple-Output DC Power Supply’s ability to provide outputs up to 120V and 20A. For further information regarding the Aim-TTi MX180T Triple-Output DC Power Supply’s output ranges, please see the following table.

	Output 1	Output 2	Output 3
Range 1	30V/6A	30V/6A	5.5V/3A
Range 2	15V/10A	15V/10A	12V/1.5A
Range 3	60V/3A	60V/3A	-
Range 4	30V/12A*	-	-
Range 5	15V/20A*	-	-
Range 6	60V/6A*	-	-
Range 7	120V/3A*	-	-
Note	* = output 2 disabled (shared power mode)

In addition to this, when the Aim-TTi MX180T Triple-Output DC Power Supply is placed in Shared Power mode, the two high power outputs can be combined to provide a total power output of 360W (as 15V/20A, 30V/12A, 60V/6A and 120V/3A) through a single channel. In Shared Power mode, the third low power output is disabled.

Each of the Aim-TTi MX180T Triple-Output DC Power Supply’s outputs supports CI and CV operation, OVP/ OCP trips and high-resolution metering in addition to switchable remote sensing. Furthermore, all three of the channels include an independent On/Off switch.

On/Off Synchronism and Sequencing

As mentioned above, each of the Aim-TTi MX180T Triple-Output DC Power Supply’s channels includes an On/Off switch for activating and deactivating each of the outputs independently. This PSU also includes Multi-On and Multi-Off buttons that can be used to engage or disengage all the channels simultaneously.

As default the Multi-On and Multi-Off buttons operate all of the channels at the same time; however, these buttons can be programmed to activate or deactivate specified channels in a given order with delays ranging from ten milliseconds to twenty seconds. The Multi-On and Multi-Off buttons are essential when working on circuits that may be damaged if only one voltage rail is present or if voltage rails are not provided in the correct sequence.

Voltage Tracking

As previously noted, each of the Aim-TTi MX180T Triple-Output DC Power Supply’s channels is completely independent and isolated; this allows the PSU to support voltage tracking.

Voltage Tracking means that the voltage of one output tracks the voltage of the master output thereby allowing the user to set equal voltages of the same or opposite polarities. Furthermore, voltage tracking is particularly useful when adjusting outputs that have been wired in series or parallel as only the master output’s voltage needs to be changed.

Current Meter Averaging

The Aim-TTi MX180T Triple-Output DC Power Supply’s channels also support current meter averaging which is particularly useful when measuring rapidly varying loads. This feature stabilises the Aim-TTi MX180T Triple-Output DC Power Supply’s display and reduces the speed and degree of variation by showing the average measurement taken from several readings.

OVP and OCP Trips

Additionally, each of the Aim-TTi MX180T Triple-Output DC Power Supply's outputs is able to accommodate over-voltage and over-current trips which, when triggered, will turn the output off and provide different protection, unlike limit settings.

Setting Stores and Multi-Output Linked Memories

All three of the Aim-TTi MX180T Triple-Output DC Power Supply’s outputs include fifty setting stores to which parameters such as the range, OVP and OCP can be saved. This facilitates fast and simple recall and implementation of required settings.

Further to this, the Aim-TTi MX180T Triple-Output DC Power Supply has a fifty-point memory for saving settings pertaining to outputs used in combination.

Individual Output Display

Viewing and altering the range, OCP, OVP and current meter averaging for each channel is simple and easy using the Aim-TTi MX180T Triple-Output DC Power Supply’s Display mode. The operator can also use this mode to view the fifty memory stores for the selected output. Additionally, when engaged the Display mode indicates the selected output’s data in larger digits.

Easy to Use

Data is indicated on the Aim-TTi MX180T Triple-Output DC Power Supply’s large graphic display. The user is able to view data for all three channels in parallel.

Accessing the required outputs, features and functions is made easy due to the inclusion of an illuminated keypad. This keypad can be used to set the voltage and current outputs for each channel numerically. Alternatively, the Aim-TTi MX180T Triple-Output DC Power Supply’s control knob may be used to adjust outputs.

Furthermore, to prevent accidental adjustment the Aim-TTi MX180T Triple-Output DC Power Supply includes a Lock key on the front panel. Alternatively, the front panel can be secured using a specified password. Password-protection is particularly useful when integrating the Aim-TTi MX180T Triple-Output DC Power Supply into an existing system.

High Setting Resolution

To ensure that voltage and current parameters are set accurately, the Aim-TTi MX180T Triple-Output DC Power Supply includes a high 1mV/ 1mA resolution and a five-digit setting and metering display.

Ergonomic

The Aim-TTi MX180T Triple-Output DC Power Supply is suitable for both bench and rack-mounted applications. To this end, it features a compact design: the Aim-TTi MX180T Triple-Output DC Power Supply is housed in a half-rack width by 3U high case designed to take up minimum bench space. Additionally, two Aim-TTi MX180T units can be mounted into one rack space; please note that an OPTIONAL rack mount kit for this PSU is available, please call for details.

Moreover, as the Aim-TTi MX180T Triple-Output DC Power Supply includes front input ventilation, space around the top and bottom of the unit is not required, again reducing its bench footprint. The Aim-TTi MX180T Triple-Output DC Power Supply also includes an intelligent fan controller for monitoring ambient temperature and power loading.

The Aim-TTi MX180T Triple-Output DC Power Supply is an adaptable, simple-to-use and compact PSU with three independent channels complete with full capabilities.

Aim-TTi MX180T Triple-Output DC Power Supply Key Features

A compact PSU suitable for bench and rack-mounted applications
Equipped with three independent channels with full capabilities, mixed-mode regulation and total power of 375 Watts
Suitable for medium to high power benchtop applications requiring multiple channels
Ideal for applications with widely varying voltage and current requirements
Can be used to power rail sensitive circuits
Suitable for repetitive testing applications
Ideal for high-density system applications requiring multiple outputs from limited rack space
Mixed-Mode Regulation: combines high-frequency switch-mode pre-regulation with linear post-regulation
Mixed-mode regulation provides impressive power density, excellent line and load regulation, good transient response and low noise
Mixed-mode regulation provides a performance similar to that of an all-linear PSU
Three isolated and independent outputs
Low power output (18W) is variable between 0 and 12V
Two high power outputs (180W) can be set to 30V/6A, 15V/10A and 60V/3A
Shared Power mode: combines the two high power outputs to provide a total power output of 360W as either 15V/20A, 30V/12A, 60V/6A and 120V/3A through a single channel
Shared Power mode disables the low power output
Each output supports CI and CV operation, OVP/ OCP trips, high-resolution metering and switchable remote sensing
All three channels include an independent On/Off switch
Multi-On and Multi-Off buttons can be used to engage and disengage all the channels simultaneously
Multi-On and Multi-Off buttons can be used to activate/ deactivate specified channels in a given order
Delays between output activation/ deactivation range from ten milliseconds and twenty seconds
Voltage Tracking: voltage of one output tracks the voltage of the master output
Voltage tracking facilitates the setting of equal voltages of the same or opposite polarity
Voltage tracking allows secondary outputs to be adjusted by changing the voltage of the master output
Current meter averaging: stabilises the display and reduces the degree and speed of variation by showing the average measurement taken from several readings
OVP and OCP trips turn off the output when triggered and provide different protection
Each output includes fifty setting stores
Fifty setting stores for saving settings pertaining to when the outputs are used in combination
Display mode: view and alter the range, OCP, OVP and current meter averaging for the selected output
Display mode: indicates data pertaining to the selected channel in larger digits and allows access to the channel’s fifty setting stores
Large, graphic display
View data for all three outputs in parallel
Illuminated keypad for setting voltage and current combinations and accessing features and functions
The control knob can be used to set voltage and current parameters
Lock key secures the front panel preventing accidental alteration
Password-protection can also be used to secure the front panel
Password-protection is ideal when integrating the PSU into a fixed system
5-digit metering and setting display
High resolution: 1mV/ 1mA
Suitable for bench and rack-mounted applications
Compact: housed in a half-rack width by 3U high case
Two units can be mounted into one rack space
OPTIONAL rack mount kit is available, please call for details
Front input ventilation: space around the top and bottom of the PSU is not required
Intelligent fan controller for monitoring ambient temperature and power loading
Adaptable, simple-to-use and compact PSU with three independent channels complete with full capabilities

What’s Included?

Aim-TTi MX180T Triple-Output DC Power Supply

Tech Specs

Aim-TTi MX Series Multi-Output DC Power Supply Technical Specifications

Specifications	MX100T & MX100TP	MX100Q & MX100QP	MX180T & MX180TP
Output Specifications
Output 1
Range 1	0V to 35V at 0.1mA to 3A		0V to 15V at 1mA to 10A
Range 2	0V to 16V at 0.1mA to 6A		0V to 30V at 1mA to 6A
Range 3	-	0V to 35V at 0.1mA to 6A*	0V to 60V at 1mA to 3A
Range 4	-	-	0V to 15V at 1mA to 20A*
Range 5	-	-	0V to 30V at 1mA to 12A*
Range 6	-	-	0V to 60V at 1mA to 6A*
Range 7	-	-	0V to 120V at 1mA to 3A*
Output 2
Range 1	0V to 35V at 1mA to 3A	0V to 35V at 0.1mA to 3A	0V to 15V at 1mA to 10A
Range 2	0V to 16V at 1mA to 6A	0V to 16V at 0.1mA to 6A	0V to 30V at 1mA to 6A
Range 3	0V to 35V at 1mA to 6A*	0V to 35V at 0.1mA to 6A*	0V to 60V at 1mA to 3A
Output 3
Range 1	0V to 35V at 1mA to 3A	0V - 35V at 0.1mA to 3A	0V to 5.5V at 10mA to 3A
Range 2	0V - 70V at 1mA to 1.5A	0V - 70V at 0.1mA to 1.5A	0V to 12V at 10mA to 1.5A
Range 3	0V - 70V at 1mA to 3A*	0V - 70V at 0.1mA to 3A*	-
Output 4
Range 1	-	0V to 35V at 0.1mA to 3A	-
Range 2	-	0V to 70V at 0.1mA to 1.5A	-
Range 3	-	0V to 70V at 0.1mA to 3A*	-
Note	* Available with at least one other output disabled
All Outputs
Operating mode	Constant voltage or constant current with automatic cross over and mode indication.
Voltage setting	By direct numeric entry or quasi-analog rotary wheel
	Resolution 1mV , (Resolution 10mV: 70V range outputs 3 & 4)		Resolution 1mV , (Resolution 10mV: Output 3)
Current setting	By direct numeric entry or quasi-analog rotary wheel
	Resolution 0.1mA Resolution 1mA (Outputs 2 & 3)	Resolution 0.1mA	Resolution 0.1mA Resolution 10mA (Output 3 only)
Setting stores	Up to 50 set-ups can be saved and recalled via the keyboard (or the digital interfaces on the p-versions)
Load regulation	<0.01% +5mV (CV mode) for any load change using remote sense
Line regulation	<0.01% +5mV (CV mode) for a 10% line voltage change
Sensing	Selectable local or remote sensing
Output 1&2
Setting accuracy	Voltage: ±(0.05% of reading + 3mV)		Voltage: ± (0.05% of reading + 3mV)
			Voltage: (± 30mV on 120V range)
	Current: ± (0.3% of reading		Current: ±(0.3% of reading + 3mA to 3A)
	Current: ± (0.5% of reading ±3mA to 6A)		Current:±(0.5% of reading + 3mA to 10A)
			Current:±(0.5% of reading + 4mA to 20A)
Ripple and noise: (20MHz bandwith)	Typically <0.5mV rms, <5mV pk-pk, 1mV rms max.		Typically <2mV rms, <15mV pk-pk, 3mV rms max. 120V range: <4mV rms, <30mV pk-pk, 6mV rms max.
		Rear terminals 10mV pk-pk max
Transient response: (To within 50mV of set level for 5% to 95% load change)	Front terminals: <100µs	Front terminals: <150µs	Front terminals: <150µs (ranges 4,5 & 6 <400µs)
		Rear terminals: <175µs <500µs (range 3)
Over voltage trip	Settable 1V - 40V in 0.1V steps		Output 1 Settable 1V to 130V in 0.1V steps
			Output 2 Settable 1V to 70V in 0.1V steps
Over-current trip	Settable 0.1A - 7A in 0.01A steps		Output 1 Settable 0.1A to 21A in 0.01A steps
			Output 2 Settable 0.1A to 11A in 0.01A steps
Output 3 & 4 ( Output 4 MX100Q & MX100QP ONLY)
Setting accuracy	Voltage: ±(0.1% of reading + 10mV)		Voltage: ±(0.3% of reading ± 20mV
	Current: ±(0.3% of reading + 3mA to 3A)		Current: ±(0.3% of reading ± 20mA)
Ripple and noise: (20MHz bandwith)	Front terminals: Typically <0.5mV rms, <5mV pk-pk, 1mV rms max. 70V range: typically <1mV rms, <10mV pk-pk, 1.5mV rms max.		Front terminals: Typically <2mV rms, <15mV pkpk, 3mV rms max.
		Rear terminals: <15mV pk-pk max
Transient response: (of set level for 5% to 95% load change)	Front Terminals: <100µs to within 50mV	Front terminals:<150µs to within 50mV	Front Terminals: <150µs to within 50mV
		Rear Terminals:<175µs to within 50mV
Overvoltage trip	Settable 1V to 80V in 0.1V steps		Settable 1V to 14V in 0.1V steps
	Settable 0.1A to 3.5A in 0.01A steps		Settable 0.1A to 3.5A in 0.01A steps
Output Protection
External voltage	Output will withstand forward voltages of up to 50V (O/P1 & O/P2), or 80V (O/P3, O/P4).		Output will withstand forward voltages of up to 140V (O/P 1), 70V (O/P 2) or 20V (O/P 3)
	Reverse protection by diode clamp, 3A max
Fault trip	The output will be shut down if a trip condition listed below occurs.
OVP or OCP	Exceeding the over-voltage or over-current settings for the output.
Over-temperature	Monitors internal temperature rise to protect against excess ambient temperature or blocked ventilation slots.
Connections
Output terminals	Universal 4mm safety binding posts on 19mm (0.75”) at front. Screw terminals at rear (P-models only)
	Terminals can accept fixed shroud 4mm plugs, standard 4mm plugs, fork terminals and bare wires.
Sense terminals	Sprung loaded screw-less terminals at front. Screw terminals at rear (P-models only)
Output On/Off Switching
Individual on/of	Individual keys for each output. On state indicated by key illumination
Multi-on/ multi-off	Separate keys enable any combination of outputs to be turned on or off either simultaneously (default) or with timed delays from 10ms to 20s. Delayed operation indicated by flashing key illumination
Voltage Tracking
The power supply can be set so that the voltage of an output is automatically set equal to that of another output and tracks any changes.
Tracking modes	V2 tracks V1	V2 tracks V1	V2 tracks V1
	V3 tracks V2	V4 tracks V3
	V2 & 3 both track V1	V2 tracks V1 & V4 tracks V3
Setting Memories
Individual Output Memories
No. of stores	50 per output
Parameters stored	Range, set volts, set current , OVP, OCP
Linked Output Memories
No. of stores	50
Parameters stored	Range, set volts, set current, OVP, OCP, output on/off status (for all outputs)
Metering (Each Output)
Meter function	Output 1: 5 digit voltage and current meters Output 2 & 3: 4 digit voltage and current meters	All outputs: 5 digit voltage and current meters Output 3 & 4 at 70V: 4 digit voltage meters	Output 1 & 2: 5 digit voltage and 4 digit current meters Output 3: 3.5 digit voltage and current meters
	Simultaneous display of actual and set values.
Meter resolution	1mV/0.1mA (O/P 1) 10mV/1mA (O/P 2 & 3)	1mV/0.1mA 10mv/0.1mA (O/P 3 & 4: 70V range)	1mV/1mA (O/P 1 & O/P 2) 10mV/10mA (O/P 3)
Meter accuracy	As per setting accuracy (CV mode)
Additional Metering Functions
V x A	Calculated power in watts, resolution 0.01w, accuracy 0.5% ± 3 digits.
Digital Bus Interfaces (P-Models ONLY)
The P-models in the MX series offer full remote control and read back using USB, RS-232, GPIB or LAN (compliant with LXI). All interfaces are at ground potential and opto-isolated from the output terminals.
RS-232	Standard 9 pin D connector
USB	USB 2.0 connection ( backwards compatible with USB 1.x ) Operates as a virtual COM port.
GPIB (IEEE-488)	The interface conforms with IEEE-488.1 and IEEE-488.2 (MX100Q GPIB optional)
LAN	Standard 10/100 base- T hardware connection. ICMP and TCP/IP protocol for connection to local area network or direct connection to a single PC.
LXI compliance	LAN interface is compliant with LXI core 2011. (LXI is the abbreviation for Lan eXtensions for instrumentation)
Digital Programming Performance (P-Models ONLY)
Programming Speed
Command delay	Typically <120ms between receiving the command terminator for a step voltage change at the instrument and the output beginning to change.
Driver Software Supplied (P-Models ONLY)
IVI driver	An IVI driver for Windows* is supplied. This provides support for common applications such as LabView* LAbWindows* KeysightVEE* ect
USB driver	An installation file is supplied which calls a standard Windows * USB driver
	LabView and LabWindows are trademarks of National Instrauuments, Keysight VEE is a trademark of Keysight Technologies. * Windows is a trademark of Microsoft.
General Specifications
Input
AC input	110V to 240V AC ± 10%, 50/60Hz. Installation category II
Input power	500VA max.	650VA max.	600VA max.
Temperature & Environmental
Operating range	+5ºC to +40ºC, 20% to 80% RH
Storage range	-40ºC to +70ºC
Environmental	Indoor use at altitudes up to 2000m, Pollution degree 2
Cooling	Intelligent variable speed fan.
Safety & EMC
Safety	Complies with EN61010-1
EMC	Complies with EN61326
Physical
Size: (Excludes feet, knob & terminals)	212 x 130 x 375mm* (WxHxD) Half rack x 3U height.	320 x 130 x 375mm* (WxHxD) Three quarter rack x 3U height	212 x 130 x 375mm* (WxHxD) Half rack x 3U height.
Weight	4.8kg (MX100T) 4.9kg (MX100TP)	7.3kg (MX100Q) 7.5kg (MX100QP)	5.0kg (MX180T) 5.1kg (MX180TP)
Options
Rack mount	19” rack mount (RM460) for one or two units	19” rack mount (RM460) for one unit	19” rack mount (RM460) for one or two units

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