Asterion High Performance AC Power Sources

Asterion - Performance. Reliance. Brilliance.

Inspired by the enduring power of a brilliant star, the California Instruments "Asterion" line of AC power sources by AMETEK Programmable Power combines intelligence and flexibility to create an advanced platform of AC solutions. This easy-to-configure design features sophisticated technology for delivering high performance, programmable AC and DC power. Its sleek design packs maximum power density into a low-profile form factor with an intuitive touch screen interface placing that power at your fingertips. Centralized control and unparalleled modularity make Asterion the most adaptable platform on the market. Its ground breaking capabilities set the standard for affordable, precision power sources.

NOW the Standard Warranty for all Asterion AC products is an industry-leading Five (5) Years!

The Asterion AC Series can be operated from the intuitive, easy to use front panel touchscreen or the Ethernet LXI, USB and RS232 standard control interfaces, as well as through the optional GPIB control interface. The touchscreen function group icons include a Dashboard, Output Programming Parameters, Measurements, Sequencing, Configuration, Control Interfaces, Applications, and System Settings. Function selection and parameter entry can be achieved either by direct selection from the touchscreen or by using the encoder selector button. The control resolution is adjusted by a dynamic rate change algorithm that combines the benefits of precise control over small parameter changes with quick sweeps through the entire range.

Advanced Features

• High power density in 1U/2U/4U/14U chassis up to 18 kVA
• Intuitive touch panel control
• iX2™ current doubling technology
• Multi-language for global operation
• Auto paralleling for higher power
• Combine units for multi-phase configurations
• Complete optional avionic test suites
• ATE version available

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