Marx Generator
MG17-1C-940PF
Part Number: MG17-1C-940PF
Nearly identical to APELC’s MG-1C-500PF Marx Generator, the MG17-1C-940PF uses a larger stage capacitor for slightly more energy. This 17-stage Marx Generator is designed primarily for the direct generation of RF. It does this via connection of the generator to the antenna, through 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. It is capable of delivering 255 kV into a matched load, or as much as 510 kV into an open-circuit. The generator is designed to deliver 7 J per pulse and has an impedance of approximately 116 Ohm, resulting in a maximum peak power of approximately 600 MW.
CHARACTERISTICS
- Maximum open-circuit voltage: 510 kV
- Maximum peak voltage into matched load: 255 kV
- Maximum repetition rate: 10 Hz
- Peak power (matched load): 600 MW
- Energy per pulse: 7 J
- Pulse rise-time: 200 ps
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
The following items are included with this Marx generator:
- 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 item is required for proper implementation of this Marx Generator:
- 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 | 7 | J |
| Pmax | Peak power to a matched load | 560 | MW |
| Vch | Marx maximum charge voltage | 30 | kV |
| VE | Peak Erected voltage | 510 | kV |
| Cstage | Capacitance per Marx stage | 500 | pF |
| CE | Erected capacitance | 55 | pF |
| Le | Series Inductance | 745 | nH |
| Zm | Marx Impedance | 116 | 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 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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