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Warranted Specifications describe the performance of a model under stated operating conditions and are covered by the model warranty. Specifications account for measurement uncertainties, temperature drift, and aging. Specifications are ensured by design or verified during production and calibration.

Characteristics describe values that are relevant to the use of the model under stated operating conditions but are not covered by the model warranty.

  • Typical—describes the performance met by a majority of models.
  • Typical-95—describes the performance met by 95% (≈2σ) of models with a 95% confidence.
  • Nominal—describes an attribute that is based on design, conformance testing, or supplemental testing.
  • Measured—describes the measured performance of a representative model.

    • Values are Typical unless otherwise noted.

    Conditions

    Refer to ni.com/docs for detailed specifications on the specific instruments used within the ETX-16301/16309.

    Note Other product and company names listed are trademarks or trade names of their respective companies.

    These specifications apply to all ETX-16301/16309 configuration options unless otherwise noted. Specifications are valid for the system and all included instruments under the following conditions unless otherwise noted.

    • ETX Inverter Production Test System environmental characteristics are met
    • Instrument-level conditions are met

    Calibration Conditions

    The performance of an externally calibrated instrument is defined in the instrument specifications. Additionally, specifications for externally calibrated instruments are only valid if the conditions defined in the instrument specifications are met.

    ETX-1630x Mass Interconnect Pinouts

    The ETX-1630x has a mass interconnect component with the following measurement category, isolation voltages, and pinouts.

    Measurement Category

    Caution Do not connect the product to signals or use for measurements within Measurement Categories II, III, or IV.
    Attention Ne pas connecter le produit à des signaux dans les catégories de mesure II, III ou IV et ne pas l'utiliser pour effectuer des mesures dans ces catégories.
    Warning Do not connect the product to signals or use for measurements within Measurement Categories II, III, or IV, or for measurements on MAINs circuits or on circuits derived from Overvoltage Category II, III, or IV which may have transient overvoltages above what the product can withstand. The product must not be connected to circuits that have a maximum voltage above the continuous working voltage, relative to earth or to other channels, or this could damage and defeat the insulation. The product can only withstand transients up to the transient overvoltage rating without breakdown or damage to the insulation. An analysis of the working voltages, loop impedances, temporary overvoltages, and transient overvoltages in the system must be conducted prior to making measurements.
    Mise en garde Ne pas connecter le produit à des signaux dans les catégories de mesure II, III ou IV et ne pas l'utiliser pour des mesures dans ces catégories, ou des mesures sur secteur ou sur des circuits dérivés de surtensions de catégorie II, III ou IV pouvant présenter des surtensions transitoires supérieures à ce que le produit peut supporter. Le produit ne doit pas être raccordé à des circuits ayant une tension maximale supérieure à la tension de fonctionnement continu, par rapport à la terre ou à d'autres voies, sous peine d'endommager et de compromettre l'isolation. Le produit peut tomber en panne et son isolation risque d'être endommagée si les tensions transitoires dépassent la surtension transitoire nominale. Une analyse des tensions de fonctionnement, des impédances de boucle, des surtensions temporaires et des surtensions transitoires dans le système doit être effectuée avant de procéder à des mesures.

    Measurement Category I is for measurements performed on circuits not directly connected to the electrical distribution system referred to as MAINS voltage. MAINS is a hazardous live electrical supply system that powers equipment. This category is for measurements of voltages from specially protected secondary circuits. Such voltage measurements include signal levels, special equipment, limited-energy parts of equipment, circuits powered by regulated low-voltage sources, and electronics.

    Note Measurement Categories CAT I and CAT O are equivalent. These test and measurement circuits are for other circuits not intended for direct connection to the MAINS building installations of Measurement Categories CAT II, CAT III, or CAT IV.

    Isolation Voltages

    Isolation voltages only apply to hazardous voltage pins on the mass interconnect connectors referenced in the following table. Connectors not referenced in the following table have no isolation voltage ratings and are not intended to handle voltages above 30 V RMS, 60 V DC, or 42.4 V peak.

  • Working Voltage—The highest RMS value of the AC or DC voltage across the insulation that can continuously occur when the equipment is supplied at rated voltage.
  • Transient Overvoltage (V peak)—An overvoltage condition of a relatively short duration, a few milliseconds or less, oscillatory or non-oscillatory, usually highly damped.
    • Table 1. Isolation Voltages on Mass Interconnect Connectors
    Connector Isolation Barrier Maximum Working Voltage Transient Overvoltage
    J9 Channel-to-ground/earth (Common Mode) 1500 V DC 0 V peak
    J11 Channel-to-ground/earth (Common Mode) 230 V DC 0 V peak
    J12 Channel-to-ground/earth (Common Mode) 230 V DC 0 V peak
    J13 Channel-to-ground/earth (Common Mode) 300 V DC 0 V peak
    J15 Channel-to-ground/earth (Common Mode) 1500 V DC 0 V peak

    J1 Pinout: Adapter Control and Communication

    Figure 1. J1 Pinout
    Note EMO PASSTHRU pins are only available when you use the EMO passthrough accessory (part number 756303-01).

    The image shows the J1 pinout of the mass interconnect, which includes relay driver, NET, EMO, and other pins.

    Refer to Additional Components for more information about the component type associated with J1.

    J2 Pinout: DC PDU 1

    Figure 2. J2 Pinout

    This image shows the J2 pinout of the mass interconnect, which includes V, COM, and reserved pins.

    J4 Pinout: DMM1, MATRIX1, and SMU1

    Figure 3. J4 Pinout

    This image shows the J4 pinout of the mass interconnect, which includes DMM1, MATRIX1, and SMU1 pins.

    Refer to Additional Components for more information about the component type associated with J4.

    J6: RMX_PPS1

    Figure 4. J6 Pinout

    This image shows the J6 pinout of the mass interconnect, which includes PPS1 and reserved pins.

    Refer to Additional Components for more information about the component type associated with J6.

    J9: HP_PPS1

    Note High voltage up to 1500 V DC may be present on J9. The EA-PS 11500-30 is capable of sourcing up to 1500 V DC.
    Figure 5. J9 Pinout

    This image shows the J9 pinout of the mass interconnect, which includes HP-PPS1 and reserved pins.

    Refer to Additional Components for more information about the component type associated with J9.

    J11 and J12: Pulser Current Output

    Note High voltage up to 230 V DC may be present on J11 and J12. The RM-16061 can source up to 230 V DC as bias voltage.
    Figure 6. J11 and J12 Pinouts

    This image shows the J11 and J12 pinouts of the mass interconnect, which includes pulser current output and reserved pins.

    Refer to Pulser Components for more information about the component type associated with J11 and J12.

    J13: DMM2 and MUX1

    Note High voltage up to 300 V DC may be present on J13. The PXIe-2527 and PXIe-4082 on J13 can be connected to up to 300 V DC.
    Figure 7. J13 Pinout

    This image shows the J13 pinout of the mass interconnect, which includes DMM2 and MUX1 pins.

    Refer to Additional Components for more information about the component type associated with J13.

    J15: Pulser and Power Signals DAQ Voltage

    Note High voltage up to 1500 V DC may be present on J15. PULSER and PWRSIGDAQ voltage channels can accept input voltages up to 1500 V DC.
    Figure 8. J15 Pinout

    This image shows the J15 pinout of the mass interconnect, which includes pulser and PWRDAQ voltage pins.

    Refer to Pulser Components and Power Signals DAQ for more information about the component type associated with J15.

    J17: SMIO1 and PXI_PPS1

    Figure 9. J17 Pinout


    Refer to Additional Components for more information about the component type associated with J17.

    J18: Pulser and Power Signals DAQ Current

    Figure 10. J18 Pinout

    This image shows the J18 pinout of the mass interconnect, which includes pulser and PWRDAQ current pins.

    Refer to Pulser Components and Power Signals DAQ for more information about the component type associated with J18.

    Input Voltage for the Power Entry Panel

    The power entry panel (PEP) for the ETX-16301/16309 is the RMX-10140-50Y2P.

    Input voltage range information is located in the ETX-1630x User Manual and ETX-1630x Specifications.

    Note Refer to the ETX-1630x User Manual for more information on your the power requirement and fuse information for your PEP.
    Caution To completely interrupt power to a three phase system, you must switch off the main breaker on the Power Entry Panel. Position equipment so that it is easy to access the main breaker.
    Attention Pour interrompre complètement l'alimentation d'un système triphasé, vous devez éteindre le disjoncteur principal sur le panneau d'entrée d'alimentation. Positionner l'équipement de sorte qu'il soit facile d'accéder au disjoncteur principal.
    Note Ensure the system is positioned to allow you to easily disconnect power.
    Table 2. Input Voltage Range
    Overvoltage category II
    Branch circuit rating 63 A
    Voltage rating

    ETX-16301: 100 V/173 V to 240 V/415 V, 3P+N+PE, 3Φ

    ETX-16309: 230 V/400 V, 3P+N+PE, 3Φ
    Frequency 50 Hz or 60 Hz
    Current rating 50 A

    Field Wiring Cable Specifications

    The field wiring cable supplies power and protective earth for the ETX-1630x through internal terminal connections. Before performing initial power setup, you must provide a field wiring cable. The cable must meet the requirements in the following table.

    Caution Ensure that the field wiring cable preparation and power configuration is performed only by qualified personnel.
    Attention Assurez-vous que la préparation du câblage sur site et la configuration de l'alimentation sont effectuées uniquement par du personnel qualifié.
    Note High levels of leakage current might be present on the product. Connect the product to the protective earth terminal before connecting to AC power.
    Note The facility installation must provide a means for connection to protective earth, and qualified personnel must install a protective earthing conductor from the protective earthing terminal on the product to the protective earth wire in the facility.
    Note Only use copper wire to connect the protective earthing terminal of your product to the protective earth wire in the facility.
    Table 3. Field Wiring Cable Requirements
    Outer diameter of the input power cable 22.2 mm to 32 mm
    Ground wiring 2.5 mm2 to 70 mm2 (14 AWG to 2/0 AWG)
    Wire strip length 15.7 mm (0.6 in.)
    Wiring for L1, L2, L3, and N[1]1 Neutral is applicable only for systems with the RMX-10140-50Y2P power entry panel. 10 mm2 to 35 mm2 (8 AWG to 2 AWG) with M6 ring lugs installed
    Minimum insulator temperature rating 90 °C (194 °F)

    Receiver Ratings

    The mass interconnect modules in the following table are capable of sourcing hazardous voltages.

    Table 4. Maximum Output Voltage by Module
    Module Maximum Output Voltage
    J9 1500 V DC
    J11 230 V DC

    Hazardous voltages may be applied to the modules in the following table.

    Table 5. Maximum Input Voltage by Module
    Module Maximum Input Voltage (Maximum Voltage Sink)
    J11 230 V DC
    J12 230 V DC
    J13 300 V DC
    J15 1500 V DC

    Pulser Specifications

    Learn about specifications for the pulser and the RM-16061 high-voltage multiplexer device when used with the ETX-1630x.

    The pulser generates a trapezoidal pulse.

    • The pulser bias supply is an isolated supply that connects to outputs A0 (V+) and A1 (V-) on J11. Bias supply current and voltage are available only between these two pins.
    • The pulse is a low voltage, ground referenced signal with a maximum potential of 20 V. If one of the bias outputs is in the pulse path, the bias supply becomes ground referenced during the pulse. It is critical that the pulser is the only connection to ground reference the DUT.
    • The bias supply can power the DUT while taking measurements with the pulser. Do not pulse across the bias supply. Pulses are intended to be across other signal paths in the DUT. To protect the bias supply, the pulser does not allow pulses across A0 and A1. You can configure a pulse between A0 or A1 and another PULSER CURRENT OUTPUT on J11 or J12 while the bias supply is active.
    Figure 11. Pulse Waveform

    This image shows a graph of the pulse waveform with time on the x-axis and current on the y-axis.

    Table 6. Pulser Output
    Maximum pulse current 1200 A

    Maximum pulse current is the maximum supported value for the setpoint.
    Maximum bias voltage 230 V
    Maximum bias current 3 A
    Maximum slew rate 1 A/µs
    Minimum rise time 1 µs/A × Setpoint
    Minimum fall time 1 µs/A × Setpoint
    Maximum pulse duration 10 ms
    Table 7. Pulse Path Wiring
    Rating 300 V, minimum
    Minimum insulator temperature rating 90 °C
    Material Copper
    Size 35 mm2 (2 AWG)

    Pulser Waveform Examples

  • Minimum Rise Time—A setpoint of 1000 A and maximum slew rate of 1 A/µs yields minimum rise time of 1000 A ÷ 1 A/µs = 1 ms.
  • Required Slew Rate—A setpoint of 500 A with a desired 1 ms fall time requires a slew rate of 0.5 A/µs. This is possible because 0.5 A/µs is lower than the maximum supported slew rate of 1 A/µs.
  • Pulse Duration—For a pulse with rise time of 1 ms, dwell time of 5 ms, and fall time of 2 ms, the pulse duration is 1 ms + 5 ms + 2 ms = 8 ms. This is possible because 8 ms is shorter than the maximum supported pulse duration of 10 ms.

    • Pulse Current Multiplexer Specifications

    The RM-16061 high-voltage multiplexer device functions as a pulse current multiplexer in the ETX-1630x.

    Table 8. RM-16061 Input
    Power 24 V DC, 3 A
    Charge 20 V DC, 10 A
    Bias 230 V DC, 3 A
    Pulse/load bus bar ratings 20 V DC, 1200 A
    Table 9. Replacement I/O Connectors
    Connector Name Vendor Part Number
    Bias Phoenix Contact 1777808
    Charge Weidmuller 2459570000
    Power Phoenix Contact 1703350
    Table 10. RM-16061 Ground Terminal
    Ground screw M4 × 0.7
    Maximum torque 1.92 N · m (17.0 lb · in.)

    RM-16061 Fuse

    The RM-16061 has a user serviceable time-delay fuse.

    Table 11. RM-16061 Fuse
    Current rating 12 A
    Voltage rating 20 V DC minimum
    Size and dimensions 5.2 mm × 20 mm
    Type Time-delay
    Interrupt rating 300 A
    Recommended replacement Eaton BK1-S505H(-V)-12-R

    ETX-1630x Physical Characteristics

    Ensure the location, including passageways and elevators, can accommodate the size and weight of the ETX-1630x.

    Table 12. Physical Characteristics and Rack Air Circulation
    Dimensions 1053 mm × 679 mm × 1971 mm (41.5 in. × 26.7 in. × 77.6 in.)
    Maximum weight as shipped

    ETX-16301: 473.35 kg (1043 lb)

    ETX-16309: 468.86 kg (1033 lb)
    Acoustic emissions 64 dB, 1 m away

    ETX-1630x Ventilation Clearances

    Ventilation clearances are required to ensure proper airflow to the ETX-1630x. Ensure obstructions are outside the following clearance requirements.

    Table 13. ETX-1630x Minimum Cooling Clearances
    Left and right sides 0 mm (0 in.)
    ITA side 0 mm (0 in.)
    HMI side 305 mm (12 in.)
    Top 508 mm (20 in.)
    Notice The intake temperature must be within the operating specifications.

    ETX-16301/16309 Hardware Components

    The following components are used within the ETX-16301/16309. Hardware component information is located in the ETX-16301/16309 User Manual and ETX-16301/16309 Specifications.

    Note Detailed specifications for individual hardware components are available online at ni.com/docs.

    Pulser Components

    The pulser can create brief, high current pulses that you can use to take measurements. The pulser includes a bias supply that can power a DUT in preparation to receive a pulse.

    Table 14. Pulser Components
    Component Type Model, NI Part Number Resource Name Ratings Override PXI Chassis Slot Mass Interconnect Slot
    Pulse current multiplexer RM-16061,

    138834-01

    		 PULSER_MUX1 — — J11 and

    J12
    Electronic load PEL-3111A,

    756658A-01

    		 PULSER_ELOAD1 — — —
    PEL-3211A (Quantity: 3),

    756659A-01

    PULSER_ELOAD_BOOSTER1

    PULSER_ELOAD_BOOSTER2

    PULSER_ELOAD_BOOSTER3

    		 — — —
    Power supply RMX-41011,

    786006-01

    		 PULSER_CHARGE_PPS1 — — —
    RMX-4122,

    782857-01

    		 PULSER_BIAS_PPS1 — — —
    Power measurements conditioner RM-26999,

    786328-01

    		 PULSER_PMC1

    1500 V DC, Category I

    Supported transducers:

    DS50UB-10V

    DS200UB-10V

    DS600UB-10V

    DM1200UB-10V

    DL2000UB-10V

    		 — J15 and

    J18
    Multifunction I/O PXIe-6366,

    781057-01

    		 PULSER_SMIO — 16 —
    Current transducer DM1200UB-10V,

    788929-01

    		 PULSER_TRANSDUCER1 — — —

    Refer to Pulser Specifications for more information about the pulser.

    Power Signals DAQ Components

    Use the Power Signals DAQ to perform voltage and current measurements in the ETX-1630x.

    Table 15. Power Signals DAQ Components
    Component Type Model, NI Part Number Resource name Ratings Override PXI Chassis Slot Mass Interconnect Slot
    Multifunction I/O PXIe-6368,

    785926-01

    		 PWRSIGDAQ1_SMIO1 — 17 —
    Power measurements conditioner RM-26999 (Quantity: 2),

    786328-01

    PWRSIGDAQ1_PMC1

    PWRSIGDAQ1_PMC2

    1500 VDC, Category I

    Supported transducers:

    DS50UB-10V

    DS200UB-10V

    DS600UB-10V

    DM1200UB-10V

    DL2000UB-10V

    		 — J15 and

    J18
    Current transducer DS50UB-10V,

    786956-01

    		PWRSIGDAQ1_TRANSDUCER1 — — —

    Additional Components

    The following components are independent of the composite instruments, and you can configure and use these components individually in the ETX-1630x. Additional components have an NI part number unless otherwise noted.

    Table 16. Additional Components
    Component type Model, NI Part Number Resource Name Ratings Override PXI Chassis Slot Mass Interconnect Slot
    PXI chassis PXIe-1084,

    784058-01

    		 PXIChassis1 — — —
    PXI controller PXIe-8862,

    Contact NI

    		 User-specified — 1 —
    Digital multimeter PXIe-4082,

    783131-01

    		 DMM1 ±60 V 6 J4
    PXIe-4082,

    783131-01

    		 DMM2 ±300 V 8 J13
    Multifunction I/O PXIe-6366,

    781057-01

    		 SMIO1 — 12 J17
    Power supply PXIe-4112,

    782857-01

    		 PXI_PPS1 — 11 J17
    RMX-41041,

    786014-01

    		 RMX_PPS1 — — J6
    EA-PS 11500-30[2]2 The ETX-16309 has a different power supply than the other ETX models. Refer to ETX-16309 specific supplemental documentation for more information.,

    789716-01

    		 HP_PPS1 1500 V, 30 A, 10 kW — J9
    Source measure unit PXIe-4139,

    782856-02

    		 SMU1 — 7 J4
    Relay driver PXI-2567,

    778572-67

    		 RELAY_DRIVER1 16 channels (CH0 through CH15) 2 J1
    Multiplexer PXIe-2527,

    780587-27

    		 MUX1 — 9 J13
    Matrix PXIe-2737,

    782835-37

    		 MATRIX1 — 5 J4
    Bank-isolated digital I/O module PXI-6528,

    778543-01

    		 DIO1 32 channels (16 source/sink inputs in 2 banks, 16 source/sink outputs in 2 banks) 3 J1
    Analog output PXIe-4322,

    782878-01

    		 AO1 — 13 J17
    RS232 serial instrument control module PXIe-8430/8,

    781472-01

    COM2

    COM3

    		 2-port 4 J1
    CAN/LIN PXIe-8510,

    784122-01

    CAN1

    CAN2

    CAN3

    CAN4

    LIN5

    LIN6

    4 CAN channels

    2 LIN channels[3]3 The CAN connection is through the TRC-8543, and the LIN connection is through the TRC-8546.

    		 18 J17
    Note Refer to the ETX model number (ETX-1630x) in ETX Inverter Production Test System Models to determine which vehicle communication option your system includes.

    Field Diagnostic Tester

    Use the field diagnostic tester (FDT) and maintenance software to perform continuity checks for components within the system. The FDT generates reports and alerts you of discontinuity and reasonable shorts within the system.

    Note FDT-16050 is only compatible with ETX-16301.
    Table 17. FDT Component Information
    Component Type Model Resource Name NI Part Number
    FDT FDT-16050 N/A 789858-01
    Notice To avoid damage to the FDT, do not touch bare pins on the FDT without proper electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection.
    Note The FDT can only verify continuity on instruments that are included in the original ETX configuration shipped by NI.

    ETX-16301/16309 Environmental Characteristics

    Table 18. Environmental Characteristics
    Operating temperature 5 °C to 32 °C
    Storage temperature 0 °C to 60 °C
    Operating humidity 10% RH to 80% RH, noncondensing
    Storage humidity 5% RH to 80% RH, noncondensing
    Pollution degree 2
    Maximum altitude 2000 m

    1 Neutral is applicable only for systems with the RMX-10140-50Y2P power entry panel.

    2 The ETX-16309 has a different power supply than the other ETX models. Refer to ETX-16309 specific supplemental documentation for more information.

    3 The CAN connection is through the TRC-8543, and the LIN connection is through the TRC-8546.