Description
Keysight MP4301A
- Mainframe only
- Modules sold separately – required for operation
- Input voltage: 200/208VAC, three phase
- Power rating: 6kW
- Three simulation modes: Simulator (SAS), Table, and Fixed
Solar Array Simulation Mainframe (6kW); 200/208VAC, Three Phase
The Keysight Technologies MP4300A Series Modular Solar Array Simulator (SAS) gives you a new level of performance in a small footprint. The 2U mainframe can accommodate up to six SAS modules, providing a compact solution even when the emulation of many PV segments is required. The MP4300A series SAS will help you overcome your toughest solar array simulation test challenges by delivering industry-leading specifications and innovative features motivated by Keysight’s decades of experience in SAS applications.
Multiple simulation modes
The MP4360 provides three operating modes: Simulator (SAS), Table, and Fixed modes. To accurately simulate the I-V curve of a solar array, use SAS or table modes. When a standard power supply is needed, use fixed mode. Fixed mode operation allows the user to use the power supply as a source or load.
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SAS mode
The MP4360 SAS internally generates a 1024 I-V point table evenly spaced between 0V and Voc. It uses an internal algorithm to approximate an I-V curve. This can be done via the I/O interfaces or from the front panel where a PC is not needed. These four input parameters are needed to establish a curve in this mode:
- Vₒ꜀ – open circuit voltage
- Iₛ꜀ – short circuit current
- Iₘₚ – current at the peak power point on the curve
- Vₘₚ – voltage at the peak power point on the curve
Table mode
The I-V curve is determined by a user-defined table of points. A table can have a minimum of 3 points up to a maximum of 1024 points. A point corresponds to a specific value of I and V. You can store as many as 30 tables in each MP4360 SAS built-in volatile and non-volatile memory. The tables (I-V curve) stored in this non-volatile memory will be retained when the power is turned off, while those stored in volatile memory will be erased after the power is removed.
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Fixed mode
This is the default mode when the unit is powered on. The MP4362A has the rectangular I-V characteristics of a standard power supply, and the MP4351A, MP4352A, and MP4361A output characteristics are auto-ranging. The power supply can be configured to source or sink current in this operation.
Modules sold separately
This instrument can hold up to six modules.
Please note:Â if ordering less than six modules, an MP4309A filler panel is required (sold separately).
Output characteristics for solar array simulator system modules can be seen in the following diagrams:
+V1 | +V2Â | +/-I1 | +/-I2 | +/-PI | |
MP4361A | 160V | 100V | 6.5A | 10A | 1kW |
MP4362A | 130V | 125V | 7.7A | 8A | 1kW |
Rear panel
1. Digital I/O | 6. USB-C |
2. Auxiliary chassis ground stud | 7. Memory port |
3. GPIB option cover | 8. Module connectors including sense and output |
4. LAN | 9. Lockout bar |
5. AC input cover |
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