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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-16400/16401.

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

    These specifications apply to all ETX-16400/16401 configuration options unless otherwise noted. Specifications are valid for the system and all included instruments under the following conditions unless otherwise noted.

    • High-Power Production Test Base 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-1640x Mass Interconnect Pinouts

    The ETX-1640x 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 J13 and J15 mass interconnect connectors in the ETX-1640x.

    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
    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

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


    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.

    J13: DMM2 and MUX1

    Note High voltage up to 300 V DC may be present on J13. The PXIe-2527 on J13 can be connected to up to 300 V DC.
    Figure 5. J13 Pinout

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

    J15: Power Signals DAQ Voltage

    Note High voltage up to 1500 V DC may be present on J15. The PWRSIGDAQ voltage channels can accept input voltages up to 1500 V DC.
    Figure 6. J15 Pinout


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

    J17: CAN, LIN, and AO

    Figure 7. J17 Pinout


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

    J18: Power Signals DAQ Current

    Figure 8. J18 Pinout


    Refer to 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) used in your system depends on your High-Power Production Test Base System model.

    Input voltage range information is located in the ETX-1640x User Manual and ETX-1640x Specifications.

    Note Refer to the ETX-1640x 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
    Specification RMX-10140-50D4P (ETX-16400) RMX-10140-50Y2P (ETX-16401)
    Overall power consumption 40 kW 30 kW
    Overvoltage category II II
    Branch circuit rating 63 A 63 A
    Voltage rating 480 V 3P+PE, 3Φ 100 V/173 V to 240 V/415 V, 3P+N+PE, 3Φ
    Frequency 50 Hz or 60 Hz 50 Hz or 60 Hz
    Current rating 50 A 50 A

    Field Wiring Cable Specifications

    The field wiring cable supplies power and protective earth for the ETX-1640x 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

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

    Table 4. Maximum Input Voltage by Module
    Module Maximum Input Voltage (Maximum Voltage Sink)
    J13 300 V DC
    J15 1500 V DC

    ETX-1640x Physical Characteristics

    Ensure the location, including passageways and elevators, can accommodate the size and weight of the ETX-1640x.

    Note Dimensions include the rack, power entry panel, and the power distribution unit.
    Note Maximum weight includes base configuration and all equipment installed, stored, or attached to rack. Rack casters and frame can withstand a maximum weight of 544 kg (1200 lbs), evenly distributed among each caster.
    Table 5. Physical Characteristics and Rack Air Circulation
    Dimensions 1157.79 mm × 679 mm × 1971 mm (45.58 in. × 26.7 in. × 77.6 in.)
    Maximum weight as shipped

    ETX-16400: 344 kg (758 lb)

    ETX-16401: 336.6 kg (742 lb)

    Acoustic emissions 64 dB, 1 m away

    ETX-1640x Ventilation Clearances

    Ventilation clearances are required to ensure proper airflow to the ETX-1640x. Ensure obstructions are outside the following clearance requirements.

    Table 6. ETX-1640x 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-1640x Hardware Components

    The ETX-1640x is a rack-based system that comprises individual hardware components and instruments.

    Notice A system and the surrounding environment must meet the requirements defined in ETX-16400/16401 Specifications.

    Component Locator Images

    Figure 9. ETX-1640x Internal Component Locator
    1. Monitor
    2. PXI chassis
    3. RM-26999 (x2)
    4. RMX-41041
    5. VPC 9025
    Figure 10. ETX-1640x Power Entry and Power Distribution Components Locator
    1. 63 A branch breaker
    2. Facility power source entry point
    3. Input power terminal block (located in the protective enclosure)
    4. Fan panel DC power
    5. AC power distribution unit (PDU) 3
    6. 3-Phase AC PDU
    7. 63 A branch breaker for 3-phase AC PDU
    8. DC PDU 2 (AUX DC 1200)
    9. Power distribution terminal block
    10. Single-phase, 20 A branch breaker
    11. Rack control unit (RCU) DC power supply
    12. DC PDU 1 (AUX DC 600)
    13. AC PDU 1
    14. AC PDU 2 (AC PDU 2 is behind AC PDU 1 in the image)
    15. 480 V Transformer (ETX-16400 only)

    Power Signals DAQ Components

    Use the Power Signals DAQ to perform voltage and current measurements in the ETX-1640x.

    Table 7. 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 V DC, Category I

    Supported transducers:

    DS50UB-10V

    DS200UB-10V

    DS600UB-10V

    DM1200UB-10V

    DL2000UB-10V

    J15 and

    J18

    Additional Components

    The following components are independent of the composite instruments, and you can configure and use these components individually in the ETX-1640x. Additional components have an NI part number unless otherwise noted.

    Table 8. 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
    Power supply RMX-41041,

    786014-01

    RMX_PPS1 J6
    Source measure unit PXIe-4139,

    782856-02

    SMU1 7 J4
    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[2]2 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-1640x) 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.

    Table 9. 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-16400/16401 Environmental Characteristics

    Table 10. 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 CAN connection is through the TRC-8543, and the LIN connection is through the TRC-8546.