Marx Generator
MG40-3C-2700PF
Part Number: MG40-3C-2700PF
The APELC MG40-3C-2700PF is a megavolt-class Marx Generator that was originally designed to drive an integrated flash X-ray diode.
With a maximum 40 kV charge voltage, this generator has an open-circuit voltage of 1.6 MV, and can deliver 800 kV into a matched load (70 Ohms), or 670 kV into a 50 Ohm load. This generator has a maximum pulse energy of 260 J and is capable of delivering more than 10 GW of peak power.
CHARACTERISTICS
- Maximum open-circuit voltage: 1.6 MV
- Maximum peak voltage into matched load: 800 kV
- Maximum repetition rate: 10 Hz
- Peak power (matched load): 10 GW
- Energy per pulse: 260 J
- Pulse rise-time: ~5 ns
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 capacitor charging power supply
- High-voltage trigger unit
- Pressurized breathable dry air source
Parameter | Description | Value | Unit |
---|---|---|---|
N | Number of Marx Generator stages | 40 | – |
Epulse | Maximum Marx energy per pulse | 260 | J |
Pmax | Peak power to a matched load | 9 | GW |
Vch | Marx maximum charge voltage | 40 | kV |
VE | Peak Erected voltage | 1600 | kV |
Cstage | Capacitance per Marx stage | 8.1 | nF |
CE | Erected capacitance | 200 | pF |
Le | Series Inductance | 1 | uH |
Zm | Marx Impedance | 70 | Ohm |
L | Marx Generator Length | 72 | In. |
D | Marx Generator Diameter | 8.5 | 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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