Marx Generator
MG17-1C-500PF
Part Number: MG17-1C-500PF
A compact, 17-stage Marx Generator, the APELC MG17-1C-500PF directly generates RF by connecting the Marx Generator to the antenna though a high-voltage coaxial cable. With a ~200 ps rise-time, this generator is well suited for shock-exciting a variety of antenna geometries, including TEM horns, helical antennas, monopoles, and dipoles.
CHARACTERISTICS
This generator is capable of delivering 255 kV into a matched load, or as much as 510 kV into an open circuit. Designed to deliver 4 J per pulse, it has an impedance of approximately 160 Ohm, resulting in a maximum peak power of approximately 400 MW.
- Maximum open-circuit voltage: 510 kV
- Maximum peak voltage into matched load: 255 kV
- Maximum repetition rate: 10 Hz
- Peak power (matched load): 400 MW
- Energy per pulse: 3.8 J
- Pulse rise-time: 200 ps
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
The following items are included with the MG17-1C-500PF:
- Marx Generator
- High-voltage output 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 MG17-1C-500PF:
- High-voltage, constant voltage power supply
- High-voltage trigger unit
- Pressurized breathable dry air source
| Parameter | Description | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| N | Number of Marx Generator stages | 17 | – |
| Epulse | Maximum Marx energy per pulse | 3.8 | J |
| Pmax | Peak power to a matched load | 400 | MW |
| Vch | Marx maximum charge voltage | 30 | kV |
| VE | Peak Erected voltage | 510 | kV |
| Cstage | Capacitance per Marx stage | 500 | pF |
| CE | Erected capacitance | 29 | pF |
| Le | Series Inductance | 745 | nH |
| Zm | Marx Impedance | 160 | Ohm |
| L | Marx Generator Length | 42 | In. |
| D | Marx Generator Diameter | 3 | In. |
| PRFmax | Maximum Burst-Mode PRF | 10 | 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 700kV.
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 turn-key package for our pulsed power systems.
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