Schaffner EMC Inc. (Edison, NJ) introduced a new electrostatic discharge (ESD) simulator system with an elevated discharge voltage of 30kV. The NSG 438 provides a cost-effective means of supporting additional standards by allowing users to configure the unit to only the specific ESD standards required for their particular testing needs. The NSG 438 is suitable for applications that require testing with multiple RC network values, such as in the automotive industry.
The NSG generates standard-compliant discharge pulses of 200V to 30kV, in both air and contact discharge operations. The NSG detects the occurrence of a discharge, preventing the counter or the pre-selection counter from delivering confusing information. The detector threshold for a valid discharge can be adjusted for specific applications. In the case of air discharges, errors through stray discharges are avoided because the effective pulse voltage that is present at the moment of discharge is measured and shown on the display.
The basic NSG model is supplied with a 150pF/330W network in compliance with IEC/EN 61000-4-2. Users can add appropriate network modules to accommodate other standards such as ISO 10605 as well as ANSI, SAE, ISO and MIL standards.
Pricing for the NSG 438 starts at under $11,000. Delivery is typically four to eight weeks ARO.
