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Trek Model PZD350 M/S Piezo Driver/Amplifier

Equipped with SHV type high-voltage output connectors.

The Trek Model PZD350 is a high-voltage DC power amplifier designed to provide precise control of output voltages in the bipolar range of 0 to ±350 V and unipolar ranges of 0 to +700 V or 0 to -700 V DC or peak AC.

Output current ratings are ±400 mA for the bipolar range or ±200 mA for the unipolar ranges. Bipolar or unipolar ranges are customer specified and factory set. The Model PZD350 is configured as a noninverting amplifier with a variable DC gain to 150 V/V. An inverting amplifier configuration is optionally available.

Applications for the Model PZD350 include piezoelectric driving/control, laser modulation, semiconductor research, and ion beam control. Features include an all-solid-state design, a slew rate greater than 500 V/µs (±350 V range) or 350 V/µs (700 V ranges), and a small signal bandwidth of greater than 100 kHz.

A four-quadrant active output stage sinks or sources current into reactive or resistive loads throughout the output voltage range. This capability is essential for achieving the accurate output responses and high slew rates demanded by reactive loads.

Precision voltage and current monitors provide buffered low-voltage representations of the high-voltage output and load current for monitoring purposes or for use as feedback signals in a closed-loop system. The Digital Enable feature provides a connection for a remote device to turn ON and OFF the high voltage of the instrument.

The Model PZD350 is available in single channel or dual channel instruments and can be operated on a bench top or, with optional hardware, in a standard 19-inch rack.

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AMPLIFIER INPUT & Output

  • Output
    (Factory set per customer requirement)
    • Bipolar Model
      0 to ±350 V DC or peak AC.
      • Current
        0 to ±400 mA.
      • Slew Rate (10% to 90%, typical)
        Greater than 500 V/µs.
      • Large Signal Bandwidth (1% distortion)
        DC to greater than 40 kHz.
    • Unipolar Model
      0 to +700 V DC or peak AC.
      • Current
        0 to ±200 mA.
      • Slew Rate (10% to 90%, typical)
        Greater than 350 V/µs.
      • Large Signal Bandwidth (1% distortion)
        DC to greater than 14 kHz.
    • Unipolar Model
      0 to -700 V DC or peak AC.
      • Current
        0 to ±200 mA.
      • Slew Rate (10% to 90%, typical)
        Greater than 350 V/µs.
      • Large Signal Bandwidth (1% distortion)
        DC to greater than 14 kHz.
  • Input
    • Input Voltage Range
      0 to ±10 V DC or peak AC. (See Gain Control.)
    • Input Impedance (noninverting)
      90 kohm, nominal.
    • Input Impedance (inverting)
      1 Mohm, nominal.

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PERFORMANCE

  • DC Voltage Gain
    To 150 V/V, adjustable using front panel potentiometer.
  • DC Voltage Gain Accuracy (input to output)
    Better than 0.1% for gain set for 100 V/V.
  • Small Signal Bandwidth (-3 dB)
    DC to greater than 100 kHz.
  • Offset Voltage
    Less than ±500 mV.
  • Output Noise (all ranges)
    Less than 100 mV rms to 20 kHz for an 100 pF load.
    Less than 150 mV rms to 20 kHz with no load.
    Measured with the true rms feature of the Hewlett Packard Model 34401A digital multimeter.
  • Settling Time to 1%
    Less than 30 µs when critically damped.
  • Stability (with factory gain set for 100 V/V)
    • Drift with Temperature
      Less than 100 ppm/°C.
    • Drift with Time
      Less than 50 ppm/hr, noncumulative.
  • Automatic Power Limit
    Automatically limits the internal power dissipation to protect the Model PZD350 M/S from overheating. The following graph illustrates the automatic power limit.

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PRODUCT FEATURES

  • Digital Enable
    A BNC connection for a TTL compatible signal to turn on and off the high-voltage output is provided for each channel. A TTL high (or open) turns off the high-voltage output. A TTL low turns on the high-voltage output.
  • Gain Control
    The DC gain of the Model PZD350 M/S is adjustable from 0 to 150 V/V.
  • Dynamics Adjustment
    A graduated potentiometer is used to optimize the AC damping and response of the output signal for various load parameters.
  • High-Voltage LED
    Front panel green LED illuminates when the high-voltage is on.
  • Input Configuration
    The PZD700 M/S is factory configured as a noninverting amplifier. An inverting amplifier configuration is available. Specify when ordering or contact TREK, INC. for more information.
  • Voltage Monitor
    A buffered output providing a low-voltage replica of the high-voltage output.
    • Scale
      1/100th of the high-voltage output.
    • DC Accuracy
      Better than 0.1% of full scale.
    • Offset Voltage
      Less than 5 mV.
    • Output Noise
      Less than 10 mV rms (measured using the true rms feature of the Hewlett Packard Model 34401A digital multimeter).
    • Output Impedance
      Less than 47 ohms.
  • Current Monitor
    A buffered output providing a low-voltage representation of the load current.
    • Scale
      0.025 V/mA.
    • DC Accuracy
      Better than 1% of full scale.
    • Offset Voltage
      Less than 25 mV.
    • Output Noise
      Less than 25 mV rms (measured using the true rms feature of the Hewlett Packard Model 34401A digital multimeter).
    • Output Impedance
      Less than 0.1 ohm.
  • Power On LED
    Front panel green LED illuminates when the power is on.
  • Limit Indicator
    An amber indicator will illuminate when the Model PZD350 M/S fails to produce the required high-voltage output such as from the Automatic Power Limit or output shorting.

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GENERAL

  • Dimensions
    110 mm H x 434 mm W x 445 mm D
    (4.3" H x 17" W x 17.5" D).
  • Weight
    10 kg (22 lb).
  • High-Voltage Output Connector
    SHV connector.
  • High-Voltage Output Impedance
    0.1 ohm.
  • Amplifier Input
    BNC coaxial connector.
  • Digital Enable Connector
    BNC coaxial connector.
  • Power Requirements
    • Line Supply
      Factory set for one of two ranges: 90 to 127 V AC or 180 to 250 V AC, at 48 to 63 Hz.
    • Power Consumption
      175 VA.
  • AC Line Receptacle
    Standard three-prong AC line connector with an integral fuse holder.
  • Operating Conditions
    • Temperature
      0 °C to 40 °C.
    • Relative Humidity
      To 85%, noncondensing

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ACCESSORIES SUPPLIED

Operator's manual, SHV mating connector, fuses, and line cord.

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CERTIFICATION

TREK, INC. certifies that each Model PZD350 M/S is tested and calibrated to specifications using measurement equipment traceable to the National Institute of Standards and Technology or traceable to consensus standards. A Certificate of Calibration accompanies each instrument when it is shipped from the factory.

Low Voltage Safety Compliance (EN 61010-1)

Installation Category CAT II:
Local-level mains, appliances, portable equipment.

Pollution Category Degree 1:
Operate in environments where no pollution or
only dry, nonconductive pollution occurs.

All specifications are with no load unless otherwise noted. Factory standard settings are for ±350 volt range, a gain set for 100 V/V, with a noninverting input.

All specifications are with no load unless otherwise noted and are subject to change.

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