PXI battery simulator
18 November 2009
Pickering Interfaces has launched the 41-752 Battery Simulator.
Developed in association with DMC, a systems integrator based in Chicago, the 41-752 is a six cell battery simulator that provides up to 300mA of current from each cell. The output voltage from each cell is fully adjustable up to 7V and each cell includes its own sense lines to improve regulation performance. The cells can be configured to operate as a current sink in a battery charging circuit of up to 100mA.
Cells and modules can be series connected to emulate the battery stacks being used in new generation electric vehicles. More than 100 cells can be stacked in series in a single Pickering Interfaces PXI or Modular LXI Chassis to allow the testing of battery management charging systems. The independently controlled channels allow the cells to be set to different output voltages to simulate different charge and capacity states. A safety interlock system can be used to ensure that voltage generation is inhibited when the cables are disconnected from the front panel.
Outputs are made available on high voltage D Type connectors permitting the generation of voltages of up to 750V.
David Owen, Business Development Manager for Pickering Interfaces, commented: "The 41-752 demonstrates the desire of Pickering Interfaces to work with end users and integrators to develop products in PXI that address new markets and applications. Our ability to work closely with a partner and produce new products with a fast turn round time was evident in this effort. We worked closely with DMC to refine the specification for the 41-752 and provided working modules within eight weeks of the order receipt. PXI is a development platform for Pickering Interfaces that makes fast product development a normal part of our business."
Frank Riordan, President of DMC, added: "Pickering clearly showed their expertise and ability to work with others on this project. Their communication, product definition, and planning were first rate. The fact that our end customer is extremely happy with the result means that we will partner with Pickering Interfaces again in the future."
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