Marx Generator
MG15-3C-940PF
Part Number: MG15-3C-940PF
Due to its compact size, 50 Ohm source impedance, and ideal pulse-characteristics, the MG15-3C-940PF has become APELC’s workhorse Marx Generator. With use in a wide variety of applications, including high-powered RF, triggering of larger pulsed power system, vehicle stopping, and materials studies; this generator represents the highest level of technical readiness in APELC’s family of Marx Generators. The generator is capable of delivering 300 kV onto 50 Ohms (600 kV open-circuit), a peak power of approximately 1.7 GW, fast rise-times (800 ps to 5 ns depending on additional peaking), and a moderate pulse width (~25 ns). Because of its well-understood thermal characteristics, this Marx Generator is also capable of operating with very high (>100 Hz) repetition rates for short durations.
CHARACTERISTICS
With a 600 kV open circuit voltage, the MG15-3C-940PF is capable of delivering 300 kV into a 50 Ohm load, with a peak power of approximately 1.7 GW. The generator is also capable of operating with very high repetition rates for short durations.
- Maximum open-circuit voltage: 600 kV
- Maximum peak voltage into matched load: 300 kV
- Maximum repetition rate: 20 Hz
- Energy per pulse: 33 J
- Pulse rise-time: 3 – 5 ns, 800 ps – 2 ns with additional peaking hardware
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
The following items are included with the MG15-3C-940PF:
- Marx Generator
- High-voltage cable with quick connect
- High-voltage power supply cable with quick connect
- High-voltage trigger cable with quick connect
- Two additional stages
The following items are required for proper implementation of the MG15-3C-940PF:
- High-voltage capacitor charging power supply
- High-voltage trigger unit
- Pressurized breathable dry air source
Parameter | Description | Value | Unit |
---|---|---|---|
N | Number of Marx Generator stages | 15 | – |
Epulse | Maximum Marx energy per pulse | 33 | J |
Pmax | Peak power to a matched load | 1.7 | GW |
Vch | Marx maximum charge voltage | 40 | kV |
VE | Peak Erected voltage | 600 | kV |
Cstage | Capacitance per Marx stage | 2.8 | nF |
CE | Erected capacitance | 188 | pF |
Le | Series Inductance | 510 | nH |
Zm | Marx Impedance | 52 | Ohm |
L | Marx Generator Length | 31 | In. |
D | Marx Generator Diameter | 5 | In. |
PRFmax | Maximum Burst-Mode PRF | 20 | Hz |
HIGH-VOLTAGE COMPONENT ADD-ONS
APELC’s selection of add-on features for high-voltage components are designed to increase safety and usability.
CONNECTORS
Rugged high-voltage quick disconnect cable connectors for voltages up to 700 kV.
DIAGNOSTICS
Integrated high-speed current diagnostics in high-voltage quick disconnects.
SOFTWARE
Software to increase user safety and reduce time spent in testing.
TERMINATION
Termination and monitoring capability for a high-voltage, high-power pulse without radiating equipment.
TRIGGER GENERATORS
Providing the trigger pulse to a Marx Generator through a pulse forming circuit.
POWER & CONTROL RACKS
Fully integrated power and control units to deliver a turnkey package for our pulsed power systems.
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