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Protection relay and circuit breaker testing equipment from Westek Electronics (29-Aug-2008)
Westek Electronics provide sales and distribution services for a range of protection relay and circuit breaker testing instruments and network monitoring equipment manufactured by KoCoS Messtechnik AG.
Power electronics components from Westek Electronics (18-Aug-2008)
Westek Electronics offer a large range of power electronics components, which are suitable for demanding applications of high frequency and high current.
Vitrek 4600A Series Precision High Voltage Meters from Westek Electronics (22-Jul-2008)
The new Vitrek 4600A Series Precision High Voltage Meters, available from Westek Electronics, comprise of three models providing measurement to 20, 40, and 70 Kilovolts DC and AC as TRMS values. The multi-slope integrating analogue to digital converter provides accurate measurements for waveforms incorporating up to 400 Hz frequency components depending on the voltage range selected.
KoCoS PROMET 100 Precision Ohm Meter from Westek Electronics (21-Jul-2008)
The new KoCoS PROMET 100 Precision Ohm Meter, available from Westek Electronics, is suited to tasks including earth bond and weld testing as well as circuit breaker main contact testing. The KoCoS PROMET 100 Precision Ohm Meter interfaces with the KoCoS range of ACTAS (Advanced Circuit Breaker Test and Analysis Systems) instrumentation.
462-NSG 3060 multi-function generator from Westek Electronics (18-Jul-2008)
The basic Teseq NSG 3060 system, available from Westek Electronics, is designed to fulfil requirements for CE mark and ANSI C62.41 testing including Combination wave, Ring wave and EFT pulses as well as PQT.
Output filter for motor drives from Westek Electronics (20-Jun-2008)
The new output filters from Schaffner, the model FN 510 series, reduce voltage slew rate (dV/dt) from inverter drives for variable speed motors.
Powerex rectifier diodes available from Westek Electronics (12-May-2008)
Powerex, represented in Australia by Westek Electronics, offers Powerex R700 and R701 rectifier diode series.
Harmonics filters available from Westek Electronics (8-May-2008)
IP20 rated ECOsine FN3410/3412 series of three phase harmonics filters feature light weight, well designed form-factor and compact dimensions
Three phase revenue meter testing instrumentation from Westek Electronics (3-Apr-2008)
The new KoCoS METES 340 REF three phase revenue meter test system, available from Westek Electronics, is suitable for testing and calibration of revenue meters.
Scanning Electrical Safety Analyser from Westek Electronics (2-Apr-2008)
The new Vitrek V5 Electrical Safety Analyser combines AC and DC dielectric strength testing, insulation resistance testing, leakage current and high current ground bond testing in accordance with UL, CSA, IEC and TUV standards.
New high voltage switching system from Westek Electronics (2-Apr-2008)
The new Vitrek 948i high voltage switching system is available from Westek Electronics.
Passive components available from Westek Electronics (5-Mar-2008)
A large range of Würth passive components is available via the Westek Electronics website.
Range of connectors available from Westek Electronics (4-Mar-2008)
A large range of Würth connectors is available via the Westek Electronics website.
Inductors, ferrites, filters and transformers from Westek Electronics (3-Mar-2008)
A large range of Würth inductors, ferrites, filters and transformers is available via the Westek Electronics website.
Power quality analyser with IP 65 protection available from Westek Electronics (15-Jan-2008)
The new KoCoS EPPE W8 polyphase power analyser is suitable for internal as well as outdoor use being equipped with battery backup as well as mains connectivity.
Single phase Matrix filters from Westek Electronics (14-Jan-2008)
The new MTE single-phase Matrix filters reduce harmonics commonly found in the input current to power electronics
Current generators available from Westek Electronics (11-Jan-2008)
The new AFJ (GI series--- 500 VA to 50 kVA AC rating), and AC/DC (GIS series—500 VA to 50 kVA rating) current generators provide a fully isolated, floating current source at variable frequency between DC and 1000 Hz, currents between 10 and 1000 Amps (GIS) and 40 Hz to 200 Hz with currents between 10 Amps and 30 kAmps.
AFJ Test System for luminaries available from Westek Electronics (9-Jan-2008)
The new AFJ Test System for luminaires permits the testing of both electronic and traditional ballasted luminaires, including those with switch-type starter circuits.
AC and DC power supplies suitable for ATE and Avionics from Westek Electronics (9-Jan-2008)
The new California Instruments Compact iX and i series AC and DC power supplies are comprehensive test systems suitable for ATE and avionics applications including measurement and harmonic analysis (iX series).
Westek Electronics launches new power analyser (8-Jan-2008)
The new Voltech PM 1000+ precision power analyser from Westek Electronics is suitable for single-phase power and energy measurement of power circuits, industrial and domestic appliances, linear and switch-mode power supplies and can also be used to measure inrush parameters under zero-crossing or peak values (utilising the Voltech PS 1000 Inrush Switch).
New RFI filter available from Westek Electronics (8-Jan-2008)
The new Schaffner FN 9233-E RFI single-stage, filter with IEC socket connector is equipped with an earth line choke to suppress RF earth currents.
Westek Electronics launches TESEQ AES 5500 automotive emissions testing system (7-Jan-2008)
The new TESEQ AES 5500 automotive emissions testing system from Westek Electronics complies with the testing protocols required under ISO 7637-2.
Signal generator and immunity test system from Westek Electronics (26-Nov-2007)
The new Schaffner NSG 4070 combined signal generator and immunity test system available from Westek Electronics is a flexible EMC testing facility for bulk current injection (BCI) and IEC 61000-4-3/6 evaluations.
Westek Electronics provides new MTE DC link chokes (13-Nov-2007)
The new MTE DC link chokes are designed to reduce DC ripple as well as AC input harmonics.
MTE single phase matrix filters available from Westek Electronics (12-Nov-2007)
The new MTE single-phase matrix filters reduce harmonics commonly found in the input current to power electronics such as small rating variable speed drives, welders, battery chargers, servo drives, brushless DC motor drives, etc to an acceptable value of typically 12% THID at full load.
Portable 1 kVA benchtop power supply available from Westek Electronics (9-Nov-2007)
The new California Instruments EC1000S 1 kVA benchtop AC and DC power supply is a comprehensive test system including measurement and harmonic analysis of output current.
Westek Electronics provides new AFJ current generators (8-Nov-2007)
The new AFJ (GI series--- 500VA to 50kVA AC rating), and AC/DC (GIS series—500VA to 50 kVA rating) current generators provide a fully isolated, floating current source at variable frequency between DC and 1000 Hz, currents between 10 and 1000Amps (GIS) and 40Hz to 200Hz with currents between 10Amps and 30kAmps.
Westek Electronics introduces AC and DC power supplies suitable for ATE and avionic applications (7-Nov-2007)
The new California Instruments compact iX and i series AC and DC power supplies are comprehensive test systems suitable for ATE and avionics applications including measurement and harmonic analysis (iX series).
Westek Electronics provides Helmholz magnetic field coils for EMC applications (6-Nov-2007)
The new Schwartzbeck model HHS 5204-36 Helmholtz-coils are especially designed to generate precisely defined magnetic fields from DC to the upper end of the audio frequency range and beyond to 500 kHz.
Microwave logarithmic antenna available from Westek Electronics (5-Nov-2007)
The new STLP 9149 from Schwarzbeck Elektronik is a stacked logarithmic-periodic broadband antenna for linear polarised RX- and TX applications in the microwave frequency range.
A series of Langer’s IC EMC testing devices available from Westek Electronics (5-Nov-2007)
Langer EMV Technik has released a series of IC EMC testing devices including RF current measurement and burst injection probes, as well as a pulse burst generator.
Economic New ESD gun from Westek Electronics (3-Oct-2007)
The new Teseq NSG 437 available from Westek Electronics is economic and easy to use.
New series active filters available from Westek Electronics (19-Sep-2007)
The AIM AHF-series active filters available from Westek Electronics are based on IGBT technology and utilise a somewhat similar method to that used in inverters and converters to generate an anti-phase signal to the harmonic current components produced by the load.
New version production tester available from Westek Electronics (18-Sep-2007)
The Voltech ATi production tester available from Westek Electronics is suitable for transformers, telecommunication transformers (ISDN, DSL and HDSL), ferrites, toroids, wire-wound coils, inductors, passive components including capacitors.
Westek Electronics introduces FN 9233 IEC inlet filters (30-Aug-2007)
The new Schaffner FN 9233 IEC filters from Westek Electronics provide a rapid solution for attaining effective EMC compliance utilising a small form factor component.
New range of YK series inverters available from Westek Electronics (6-Jun-2007)
The Asian Electron digital inverters available from Westek Electronics are ideally suited to power apparatus with narrow tolerances on voltage form factor.
New range of Asian Electron inverters available from Westek Electronics (22-May-2007)
New range of Asian Electron YK series, single-phase inverters provides users with low distortion sinewave outputs with a THD of less than 3%, including even low power units rated at 200 Watts.
Westek Electronics unveils programmable power supply (10-May-2007)
New Motech PPS 3210 programmable power supply, available from Westek Electronics, is a high resolution (16 bit) system with three channels providing 0 to 30 V DC (channels 1 and 2, with 90 watt rating), and 0 to 15 V DC (channel 3) with a 30 watt rating suitable for testing computer and other IT equipment.
Programmable DC sources available from Westek Electronics (9-May-2007)
New slim-line, 1-U rack-mounting Motech DS 3620 and 3640 programmable DC sources, available from, Westek Electronics, are ideal for incorporating in ATE set-ups as well as for individual testing tasks.
Universal Counter with high bandwidth available from Westek Electronics (26-Apr-2007)
The new Picotest model U6200A Universal Counter is designed for frequency (to 6 GHz standard; 12.4 GHz optional) and time domain measurements from 1.5 nano seconds to 10 seconds with a time resolution of 35 picoseconds.
IEC inlet filter introduced by Westek Electronics (8-Mar-2007)
New Schaffner FN9263 series IEC-inlet filters introduced by Westek Electronics are ideally suited to 1-U form factor equipment.
Programmable power supply introduced by Westek Electronics (6-Mar-2007)
Westek Electronics’ new Motech PPS 3210 programmable power supply is a high resolution (16 bit) system.
Westek introduces handy auxiliary attachments for electrostatic discharge testing (21-Nov-2006)
The new Schaffner INA 4430 ESD charge remover speeds up testing, safely. Discharge cycle times can be programmed via the NSG 438 ESD gun utilising the instrument’s extensive suites of firmware.
Wireless Wizard hand-held spectrum analyser from Bantam Instruments (27-Oct-2006)
The new Bantam Instruments, Wireless Wizard hand-held spectrum analyser seeks out Wi-Fi access points and spectrum analysis in the frequency range of 2.4 GHz to 6.0 GHz.
EMC comb generator CGE01for small enclosures released (24-Oct-2006)
The new York EMC Services comb generator emitter (CGE01) was developed for the evaluation of shielding effectiveness for small enclosures.
Dc loads suitable for high currents (20-Sep-2006)
THE new Prodigit 3350 series, high current, dc loads cover a load range of 1200 watts to 1800 watts, maximum dc voltages of 60 volts and a current range of 120 amps to 360 amps. Applications include SMPS transient response testing, and battery testing.
Elastomer tape with diverse uses (19-Sep-2006)
TOMMY Tape is manufactured from a specially formulated silicone rubber compound and has a self-bonding/non-adhesive characteristic that fuses to itself within 24 hours, leaving no mastic residue if removed.
EMC filter for critical and NEMP applications (18-Sep-2006)
THE Schaffner FN 700 Z TEMPEST, multi-stage filters are characterised by very high insertion loss response curves. With a 50 ohm source and output impedance, symmetrical insertion loss is well in excess of 80dB to 3GHz and beyond.
Cost-effective, space reducing harmonic filters (13-Sep-2006)
THE widespread use of variable frequency drives has made the imposition of harmonic distortion limits at the point of common coupling (pcc) which for many industrial and commercial installations is the metering point, necessary.
Combined ac and dc power supply (12-Sep-2006)
THE new California Instruments MX series 15, 30, 45, 90 and 135kVA combined ac and dc power supplies are designed for product testing. The 15kVA system is single phase only. The 30 and 45kVA systems are available with single or three phase outputs, and the 90 and 135kVA are available as three-phase only.
Combined ac and dc power supply (31-Aug-2006)
CALIFORNIA Instruments MX series 15, 30, 45, 90 and 135kVA combined ac and dc power supplies are designed for cost-effective product testing and integrate readily into ATE systems.
Harmonic filters (28-Aug-2006)
The widespread use of variable frequency drives has made the imposition of harmonic distortion limits at the point of common coupling (pcc) which for many industrial and commercial installations is the metering point, necessary. Despite their efficiency drives cause harmonic distortion in the power system and this is particularly true of the ubiquitous 6-pulse variable speed systems, says Westek .
Westek Electronics introduces new harmonic filters, MATRIX D series filters (24-Aug-2006)
New harmonic filters, MATRIX D series filters, have been introduced by Westek Electronics
Full-featured DMM with USB port (25-Jul-2006)
THE new Picotest M3500A six and a half digit DMM with USB port and optional 10 channel scanner card from Westek Electronics Pty Ltd is suited to R&D, scientific as well production and service tasks. It measures AC and DC voltage and DC and AC current.
EMC presentation on automotive systems (25-Jul-2006)
TIMOTHY Horacek, EMC Product Specialist with Schaffner EMV AG, Europe, has extensive international experience in immunity testing for automotive electronics and will give an overview of current testing technology as well as protocols relevant to SAE and ISO standards.
Seminar for automotive systems suppliers (24-Jul-2006)
THE EMC Society (Victoria) will host Timothy Horacek, EMC Product Specialist with Schaffner EMV AG, in Melbourne, as announced by Westek Electronics Pty Ltd. Mr Horacek, who has extensive international experience in immunity testing for automotive electronics, will give an overview of current testing technology.
Powerful phase control thyristors (14-Jul-2006)
The new Powerex TCS4_340H disc-pack, phase control thyristors are characterised by extremely low peak on-state voltage, high current rating of 3400 amps with 50 Hz peak single cycle surge current as high as 56.5 kA, high current slew rates and voltage slew rates as well as excellent surge and let-through ratings.
Power quality relay (14-Jul-2006)
THE new PQ1 single-phase power quality sensor/relay from Power Standards Lab is a phase-to-neutral or phase-to-phase monitor suitable for a large range of industrial control applications and was developed by Westek Electronics.
New single-phase filters (12-Jul-2006)
The newly introduced FN 2030-single stage, and FN 2090 two stage, single-phase EMC filters from Schaffner are available in a finely graduated range of currents to suit specific design requirements. The chassis-mounting filters are ideal for a large variety of applications.
Compact ultra-low leakage EMC filters (23-Jun-2006)
THE new Schaffner FN 3025 (screw-mounting) and FN 3026 (TS-35 DIN-rail mounting) three-phase filters have been designed bearing in mind rapid installation and environmental and safety concerns as well as EMC RF-suppression characteristics.
Single-phase EMC filters (6-Jun-2006)
SCHAFFNER FN 2030-single stage, and FN 2090 two stage, single-phase EMC filters are available from Westek Electronics in a finely graduated range of currents to suit specific design requirements.
IGBT modules (1-Jun-2006)
THE new IGBT modules from Powerex provide efficient operation and a high degree of ruggedness and long life for applications including traction inverters, UPS systems, servo drives, variable speed motor drives, and welding.
Ac/dc liquid resin-filled capacitors (31-May-2006)
THE new Electronicon E62 series ac/dc capacitors from Westek Electronics are suited to power electronics applications such as commutation, smoothing and surge discharging, by virtue of their ability to withstand high rms and surge currents.
Medium voltage capacitors (31-May-2006)
THE new Electronicon resin-filled three-phase, star-connected medium voltage capacitors are self-healing and are ideally suited for applications including power factor correction.
Polyphase electrical power analyser (24-Mar-2006)
THE new Voltech PM 6000 ac/dc Power Analyser is a modular system with provision for up to six freely assignable floating analyser channels. Available from Westek Electronics Pty Ltd, the PM 6000 is therefore suitable for power and energy measurement tasks.
Precision current shunt (24-Mar-2006)
PRODIGIT Electronics’ precision current shunt can be used in functions such as ac/dc current meter, ac/dc current sensor, ac/dc power supply, ac/dc electronic load and ac/dc power meter (with suitable ancillary apparatus).
Leakage current breaker tester (22-Mar-2006)
THE new Prodigit Electronics Model 3280 earth leakage breaker tester is suitable for testing of tripping current to 150mA in 115, 230 and 380V circuits. An adjustable timing function permits the setting of dwell time and wait time per current step from 0 to 1 second.
Invaluable design guide for chokes and filters (2-Mar-2006)
A comprehensive 300 page design guide for filters and chokes is now available from Westek Electronics. Published by Würth Elektronik, the book ‘A Trilogy of Inductors’ has been written by three specialist engineers.
Miniature point-of load dc-dc converters (1-Mar-2006)
THE new Powerstax MxxTG range of DIP24 miniature point-of-load dc-dc converters are available in single or dual output versions from Westek Electronics. The range provides for 1.5W to 8W regulated 4:1 inputs. Plastic or metal case options with voltage input ranges of 9-18, 18-36 or 36-72Vdc are offered.
Modular power supplies (22-Feb-2006)
THE new Powerstax Multistax power supplies are modular and are easily customised. The basic configuration comprises of either a six-slot, or four-slot mainframe including ac/dc input, EMC filter, resonant switching feed (for individual dc/dc power supply slot-fitting, module cards) fan and protection interlocks.
Credit-card sized power supply (22-Feb-2006)
THE new medically approved Condor GSM15 is suitable for medical applications such as monitors or pumps and general applications requiring a small power supply. The GSM15 family of 15W ac/dc supplies is available with 5, 12, 15, 24 and 28Vdc outputs.
E-field EMC immunity test for IC pins and tracks (17-Feb-2006)
THE new Langer E-field probe, model ES 08 D, capacitively couples high voltage burst pulses into IC pins and PCB tracks to enable highly specific EMC immunity testing on densely populated boards. It is available from Westek Electronics.
Full-featured laboratory DMM with USB port (7-Feb-2006)
THE new Picotest M3500A six and a half digit DMM with USB port and optional 10 channel scanner card is suited to R&D, scientific and production tasks. Available from Westek Electronics Pty Ltd, it measures ac and dc voltage, dc and ac current, resistance and temperature for E, J, K, N, R, S and T thermocouples.
Dc electronic load modules (18-Jan-2006)
THE new Prodigit series 33xx electronic loads from Westek Electronics are suited to R&D, workshops and ATE applications. The modular construction permits the housing of up to four individual load modules into a mainframe with GPIB interface.
Four-wire interference suppression (19-Dec-2005)
SCHAFFNER has extended the upper range of its popular FN3280 series to provide compatibility for higher powered installations. Interference suppression applied directly at the mains input is often the quickest route to the desired EMC result.
Selective dual band probe (22-Nov-2005)
WESTEK Electronics has released a selective dual band probe for use with the Smart Fieldmeter series of precision omni directional RF field strength instruments, the PI-01V-900/1900. This probe covers two GSM bands 925-960MHz and 1805-1880MHz and performs the function of two separate radio frequency probes.
High current SCR isolated modules (4-Nov-2005)
POWEREX, represented in Australia by Westek Electronics Pty Ltd, has released the unique PS43xx15 family of single SCR, 1800V isolated modules. With a footprint of only 101.6mm x 198.1mm, a very high current of 1500A is achieved with low thermal impedance through the use of paralleled SCRs and special compression bonded elements.
High current isolated mounting base diode (20-Oct-2005)
WESTEK Electronics has released the new Powerex series of POW-R-BLOK, very high current isolated mounting base diode and SCR modules in single or dual configurations. Current ratings of up to 2500A with voltage ratings up to 4400V are possible, due to the use of compression bonded elements with extremely low thermal impedances.
High power ac-dc power supply (11-Oct-2005)
WESTEK Electronics has announced the addition of the new MX30 ac-dc programmable power supplies to the very popular MX series with configurations of up to 135kVA. The renowned and popular California Instruments MX family now covers single and three phase requirements, with very low harmonic distortion for 30, 45, 90 and 135Kva.
Solid state broadband 0.8-2.0GHz RF amplifier (7-Oct-2005)
OPHIR’S new model 5303068A class broadband A/AB linear amplifier with a frequency range of 0.8 to 2.0GHz is suitable for wide-band communications requiring receive/transmit functions in CW/AM/FM/PM and pulse modes. The amplifier has a saturated output of typically 50W and can withstand input power of +40dBm. It is available from Westek Electronics Pty Ltd.
High current SCR module (6-Oct-2005)
POWEREX, represented in Australia by Westek Electronics Pty Ltd, has launched the unique PS43xx15 family of single SCR, 1800V isolated modules. With a footprint of only 101.6mm x 198.1mm, a very high current of 1500A is achieved with low thermal impedance through the use of paralleled SCRs and special compression bonded elements.
Ophir solid state broadband (20-1000MHz) RF amplifier (29-Sep-2005)
THE new Ophir model 5303039D class broadband A/AB linear amplifier with a frequency range of 20 to 1000MHz is suitable for wide-band communications requiring receive/transmit functions in CW/AM/FM/PM and pulse modes. The amplifier has a saturated output of typically 50W and can withstand input power of +20dBm. It is available from Westek Electronics Pty Ltd.
New dc power supplies with DSP (2-Sep-2005)
THE new Argantix KDC DSP-based series of dc power supplies is a high power-density design with dc voltage ranges from 30V to 600Vdc and currents ranging to 500A, with higher current ratings being achieved through parallelling. Argantix is available in Australia from Westek Electronics Pty Ltd.
Dv/dt reactor protects motors (8-Jul-2005)
WESTEK Electronics has released the MTE Series A dv/dt filters, designed to protect ac motors from the destructive effects of peak voltages typical of long cable runs between the inverter and motor.
Common-mode suppressing inductors (8-Jun-2005)
WÜRTH, represented in Australia by Westek Electronics, has released common mode suppressing inductors that cover applications including USB ports, Firewire/IEEE 1394 configurations, LAN, PBX, PCs, power supplies, industrial buses, audio and video signals.
Modular battery tester and software (3-Jun-2005)
THE new modular BaSyTec battery testing system is suited to research, development and production requirements. The system has testing regimes including galvanostatic, potentiometric and cyclic voltammetry testing of single cells and batteries, as well as performance, life cycle, and quality assurance.
Ferrite beads solve EMI problems (2-Jun-2005)
WÜRTH Elektronik, represented in Australia by Westek Electronics, has released a range of ferrite beads that solve EMI problems. The products range from the CBF series comprised of seven basic frequency response characteristic groupings with impedance curves to 2GHz to the five-hole ferrite beads.
Handheld RF spectrum analyser (10-May-2005)
WESTEK Electronics has released the Bantam Instruments model 401B personal spectrum analyser. It is suited to EMC precompliance testing for a range of radio frequency applications such as wireless LANs and modems and paging systems.
Handheld RF spectrum analyser (5-May-2005)
WESTEK Electronics has released the Bantam Instruments model 401B personal spectrum analyser. It is suitable for EMC precompliance testing for a range of radio frequency applications including wireless LANs and modems and paging systems.
15MHz sweep/function generator (5-May-2005)
WESTEK Electronics has released the Motech model FG708S and F function generators, providing a large number of waveforms including triangular, square, sine wave, pulse and dc signals in the frequency range of 0MHz to 1MHz.
EMC filters for DIN rail mounting (4-May-2005)
WESTEK Electronics has released the DIN-rail mounting Schaffner EMC filters, providing a compact, and easily installed solution to input filtering requirements of both single and two-phase equipment. They are suitable for SWER supply systems.
Interposing EMC filters for D-connectors (3-May-2005)
WESTEK Electronics has released Würth D-SUB-Filter adaptors, a ready-made solution for minimising cable-transmitted RF interference. Equipped with an internal PCB-mounted 1000pF capacitor, the adaptors are available in executions from nine to 37 pins.
Sine wave filters for PWM equipment (16-Mar-2005)
THE new MTE series A sine wave filters are suited to service as output filters for variable speed drives, UPS systems, and other PWM equipment with switching frequencies between 2kHz and 8kHz. The MTE filters can also be used to drive transformers in applications requiring electrical power return to the mains.
Ferrite beads solve EMI problems (14-Mar-2005)
WÜRTH Elektronik, represented in Australia by Westek Electronics, offers a range of ferrite beads to solve EMI problems. The products include the CBF series of seven basic frequency response characteristic groupings with impedance curves to 2GHz. It also includes five-hole ferrite beads.
Automotive immunity testers (9-Mar-2005)
SCHAFFNER, represented in Australia by Westek Electronics, has introduced three immunity testing systems suitable for various ISO and SAE compliance regimes. The NSG 5500/5600 systems provide an economical solution by way of modular plug-in generators addressing specific tests.
Magnetic field tester for power frequencies (7-Mar-2005)
THE new Schaffner model MFO 6501 magnetic field testing device provides for power frequency testing in accordance with EN/IEC 61000-4-8 and 61000-4-9. The device is comprised of a programmable low impedance power amplifier, and driving magnetic loop antennas such as the Schaffner INA 702 or 701.
Magnetic field testing device (24-Feb-2005)
THE new Schaffner model MFO 6502 magnetic field testing device, available from Westek Electronics, provides for power frequency testing in accordance with EN/IEC 61000-4-8 and 61000-4-9. The device includes a programmable, low impedance power amplifier, and driving magnetic loop antennas.
Variable voltage sources (18-Feb-2005)
WESTEK Electronics has released the Schaffner model 6502 variable voltage source, providing the equipment under test (EUT) with variable power line voltage. It is controlled from the Schaffner Modula mainframe controller to provide 0%, 40%, 70% and 80% of nominal input voltage.
Electrostatic discharge gun (30-Nov-2004)
WESTEK Electronics has released the Schaffner model NSG 438 electrostatic discharge gun. It is suited to immunity testing to European Norms and AS/NZS standards.
Field strength measurement meter (7-Oct-2004)
WESTEK Electronics has released the Smart Fieldmeter, suitable for field strength measurements in applications including AM and FM radio stations, TV stations, cellular telephony, industrial apparatus and EMC testing.
Attenuator and pulse suppressor for EMC testing (25-Jun-2004)
A COMMON problem in RF emission testing is the occurrence of high energy pulses as the operator switches the test receiver between active and neutral lines in order to measure RF emission signals on them originating from the connected DUT.
Dc power supply and load unit (23-Jun-2004)
THE new Motech PPS-120X GSM series dual channel dc source/current sink power supply/loads are suitable for testing mobile phone and other battery operated equipment. They are especially suitable for systems incorporating rechargeable batteries.
Crystal oscillators (21-Jun-2004)
WESTEK Electronics has introduced a new series of crystal oscillators, SAW filters and resonators from Aker Technology.
Versatile power supply tester (17-Jun-2004)
THE new Prodigit model 3610A power supply tester available from Westek Electronics is suited to the testing of power supplies with inputs of 115 and 230 V ac, and various ratings to 300 watt and voltages to 60 volts.
ATX power supply tester (17-Jun-2004)
THE Prodigit model 3660A multiple output power supply tester available from Westek Electronics is suited to the testing of power supplies with inputs of 115 and 230 Vac, and various ratings, and up to six individual outputs.
Product testing power source (4-Jun-2004)
CALIFORNIA Instruments, represented by Westek Electronics, has released the LX series of ac power supplies with three-phase ac output. They incorporate PWM switching technology, a high power to weight ratio, and high efficiency performance.
15MHz sweep/function generator (2-Jun-2004)
THE new Motech model FG515 function generator provides a range of waveforms including triangular, square, and sine wave, swept linearly or logarithmetically in the signal frequency range from 0.2Hz to 15MHz. A separate TTL output with a frequency range from 0.2Hz to 90MHz is also included.
High insertion loss power connectors (28-May-2004)
SCHAFFNER has introduced the ACARA range of high insertion loss connectors suitable for currents to 250A from dc to 60Hz. The ACARA connectors incorporate significant features and benefits including fast mounting, polarised housings, and user keying for secure applications.
Power sources (17-May-2004)
CALIFORNIA Instruments, represented in Australia by Westek Electronics, has released the LS series of ac power supplies, available with single and three-phase ac output.
Three-phase filters solve harmonics problems (13-May-2004)
THE new, three-phase MTE MATRIX filters are designed to provide efficient suppression of harmonics for a large range of equipment including variable torque, frequency drives, servo drives, UPS systems, electronic welders, fan and pump drives, elevator drives and induction furnaces.
EMC-conformance chokes and filters (13-May-2004)
SCHAFFNER RFI-suppression filtering, chokes, feed-throughs, harmonic suppression reactors and filters, available from Westek, provide a complete spectrum of solutions for challenging electrical and electronic environments.
RF power amplifiers (16-Feb-2004)
THE new Ophir model 5037 class A/AB power amplifier from Westek Electronics is ideally suited to immunity and automotive testing as well as other CW duties.
Capacitors for high voltage and currents (13-Jan-2004)
THE new Alcon range is a series of self-healing, aluminium foil/polypropylene dielectric capacitors suitable for high voltage, high current, and high dv/dt applications. These include IGBT protection, snubber networks and protection of power electronics including switch-mode power supplies.
Split core and through-hole dc and ac current transducers (13-Jan-2004)
THE new Powertek Hall-effect split core and through-hole current transducers are available as dc and rms-indicating (500 and 1000 amp) configurations. The Powertek transducers are easily adapted to a variety of installation situations because of the great flexibility offered in connection to ac and dc power supplies.
Economical, programmable dc power supplies (8-Jan-2004)
WESTEK Electronics has released the Array Electronics 3600 series of three benchtop dc power supply models with flexible keypad and rotary controls as well as computer interface via RS232 or RS485. Windows-based operational software on a CD is supplied as standard.
Sinusoidal output filter for inverters (5-Jan-2004)
SCHAFFNER FN 5010 sinusoidal output filters, available from Westek Electronics, are intended for variable speed drive outputs. The FN 5010 aids the smooth running of motors by virtually eliminating counter-phase harmonics.
Benchtop programmable dc loads (18-Dec-2003)
WESTEK Electronics has released the Array Electronics 3700 series of two benchtop dc loads with flexible keypad and rotary controls as well as computer interface via RS232 or RS485.
Filters solve harmonics problems (11-Dec-2003)
THE new, three-phase MTE MATRIX filters from Westek Electronics are designed to provide efficient suppression of harmonics for a large range of equipment including variable torque, frequency drives, servo drives, UPS systems, electronic welders, fan and pump drives, elevator drives and induction furnaces.
RF class AB power amplifier (8-May-2003)
THE new Ophir model 5074 RF class AB power amplifier has a bandwidth from 30 to 512MHz, covering the military VHF/UHF bands, and is suited to applications including EW and satellite communications. Minimum linear output is 25 watts (AM) and saturated power output is 40 watts (FM).
Microwave SAR-applicable power amplifiers (8-May-2003)
THE new Ophir model 5140/50/60 class A/AB power amplifiers cover the bandwidth range from 700 to 4200MHz, depending on the model chosen. The amplifiers are suitable for the calibration of Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) measuring systems.
High voltage differential probe (7-May-2003)
THE new Schaffner MD200 high voltage differential probe is suited to verification of voltage surge pulse outputs from EMC test generators. The probe is an essential calibration tool for test generators used in mission critical measurements for industrial, automotive and telecom and other applications.
EFT pulse calibrated attenuator (7-May-2003)
THE new Schaffner CAS 3025 burst/EFT pulse calibrated attenuator can be used in conjunction with oscilloscopes to enable verification of EMC burst and pulse generators. The CAS 3025 meets the requirements of IEC/EN61000-4-4 which calls for periodic verification of test generators.
Up-link solid-state amplifier (6-May-2003)
THE new Ophir model 4012 class A/AB solid-state power amplifier with 250 watt saturated power output, is designed for UHF satellite communications in the frequency range of 290 to 320MHz. The Ophir 4012 has excellent harmonic performance having harmonics contributions of less then -20dBc.
GTEM cell power amplifiers (6-May-2003)
THE new Ophir model 5039 class A/AB power amplifier is suited to GTEM cell immunity testing. The amplifier covers the bandwidth range from 20 to 1000MHz. A second amplifier, the Ophir model 5150 covers the frequency range from 800 to 2500MHz and permits convenient extension of the immunity testing range.
Advanced lab device programmer (6-May-2003)
THE new PowerLab programmer with USB interface from Westek Electronics represents a non-compromising marriage of universality, flexibility, reliability, productivity and affordability. The promise of universality is fulfilled through the wide range of devices supported.
High power dc power supplies (2-May-2003)
WESTEK Electronics announces the release of California Instruments’ latest release of high power, high accuracy dc power supplies, the Argantix series. The Argantix XDS power supply system series covers the basic power output ranges of 5kW, 10kW and 15kW in voltage ranges from 30 volts max to 600 volts max.
EMC immunity test system (23-Apr-2003)
THE new Schaffner Modula EMC immunity test system is an open-architecture solution to flexible testing.Modula offers Interbus compatibility; Ethernet (TCP/IP) communication; compact test generators; and multi-function instruments.