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SPI Control Box

SPI Control Box – Description

The SPI Control Box is a 3-channel controller interface that is optimized for NV200/D NET amplifiers and supports up to three single- or multi-axis positioners. With real-time synchronous communication via DP Port and USB-C (Ethernet), it offers 16-bit resolution and 2 MB memory with DMA channels for fast, precise control. Operating within -40°C to +85°C, it guarantees minimal error (0.05–0.15%) and efficient integration with dedicated NV200 drivers.

Technical Data

TypeUnitParameter
Power supplyV5 – 3.3 (DC)
FrequencykHz20 (up-to the Amplifier)
Input InterfacesDP, USB-C (Ethernet, RS232)
Resolutionbit16
Memory SizeMB2
Core ProcessorARM® Cortex®- M7
DMA ChannelsYes
FeatureReal-time Synchronous/Synchronous
Operating Temperature°C(-40) to (+85)
Error%(0.05 – 0.15) at Real-time
ApplicabilityIndividual / Multi-Axis Actuators

hpower Shake Amplifier

hpower Shake Amplifier – Description

The power amplifier LE 150/100 EBW has an idle bandwidth of 70,000 Hz and 1 A output current. This amplifier is specially designed to be used with hpower actuators at highest working frequencies. The high bandwidth, high current and low noise features make it perfect for high-frequency vibration excitation testing and modal analysis.

Technical Data

UNITLE 150/100 EBW
Output Voltage RangeV0 … +150
DC-offset RangeV0 … +150
Max. Output CurrentA1
Mains VoltageV AC115/230 ± 10% @50/60 Hz
PlugsBNC

hpower Shock Amplifier

hpower Shock Amplifier – Description

The HVP 1000/200 power amplifier is designed to drive hpower actuators with a high charging currents for pulse operation in “on-off” square-wave mode. In this operation a current of 200 amps flows for a short time. The voltage increases in the hpower actuator a few μs. The rise time and the discharge time can be modified based on specific requirements. Applications for this system include model analysis, vibration control, material testing and mechanical engineering.

Technical Data

UNITHVP 1000/200
Output Voltage RangeV+40 to +1000
Max. Output CurrentA200
Charge ResistanceΩ5
Mains VoltageV AC230 ± 10% @ 50/60 Hz
Output PlugLEMO, SLS200 / D-SUB 5W1
Input PlugBNC

hpower Standard Amplifiers

hpower Standard Amplifiers – Description

These four hpower amplifiers (images and features listed above) are designed for use with hpower stack and ring actuators.

The RCV 1000/3 is an analog switching amplifier with 3 A output current.

The RCV 1000/7 is an analog switching amplifier with 7 A output current.

The PosiCon 1000/3 has integrated position control and is a 3 channel amplifier.

The LE 1000/035 is an analog amplifier with 350 mA output current.

Technical Data

(See datasheets and manuals below this chart for complete details.)

UNITRCV 1000/3RCV 1000/7PosiCon 1000/3LE 1000/35
Output Voltage RangeV0 … +10000 … +1000-200 … +10000 … +1000
DC-offset RangeV0 … +10000 … +1000-200 … +10000 … +1000
Max. Output Current3 A7 A8 mA350 mA
Main VoltageV AC230 ±10% @ 50/60 Hz230 ±10% @ 50/60 Hz230/115 ±10% @ 50/60 Hz 230 ±10% @ 50/60 Hz

Fiber Switches

Fiber Switches – Description

Piezoelectric driven switches are especially designed for high switching speeds in the millisecond range. Piezoelectric actuators enable the optical switch to couple optical fibers with an accuracy of few micro.

The high accuracy positioning of the actuators guarantees a light transmission of >80%, with a typical switching time of <1 ms. Other fiber switches with optical components such as lenses or prisms will always result in a wavelength dependent limitation.

The small size of the switching box and the easy control make these fiber optic switches ideally suited for use as components of spectrometers or other metrology devices. Switches with many more output channels can be easily achieved by cascading fiber switch modules.

Humidity Resistant Fiber Switches

Fiber switches are now also available in special humidity resistant models. By applying a silicon coating to internal components, these unique fiber switches are shielded from high levels of moisture in the air. This greatly increases their ability to withstand relative humidity up to 98% before failure. These special humidity resistant fiber switches are ideal for humid industrial environments, and applications involving operation in non-climate-controlled spaces. This functionality is available in all fiber switch configurations, will not increase lead time, and adds minimal cost.


Fiber switches: Technical and Product Overview Brochure

Technical Data – 1 x 2, Ø50-Ø600 Fiber Switches

(See Datasheet PDFs below this chart for the complete list of product variations)

4 Example ProductsUnitF-102-04F-102-05F-142-03F-162-13
Input Fiber #1111
Output Fiber #2222
Fiber Core Diameterμm50, 62.5, 100200400600
Switching Time (Typical)ms2257
Cross Talk (Typical)dB-65-60-5550
Insertion Loss* (Typical)dB1.01.00.80.8
Lifetime (Typical)cycles10⁹10⁹10⁹10⁹
*Does not include connector loss.

Technical Data – 1 x 3 – 1 x 9, Ø50-Ø200 Fiber Switches

(See Datasheet PDFs below this chart for the complete list of product variations)

4 Example ProductsUnitF-103-05F-104-03F-106-05F-109-03
Input Fiber #1111
Output Fiber #3469
Fiber Core Diameterμm50, 62.5, 10020050, 62.5, 100200
Switching Time (Typical)ms2222
Cross Talk (Typical)dB-65-60-60-60
Insertion Loss* (Typical)dB1.01.41.41.4
Lifetime (Typical)cycles10⁹10⁹10⁹10⁹
*Does not include connector loss.

Technical Data – 1 x 3 – 1 x 9, Ø400-Ø600 Fiber Switches

(See Datasheet PDFs below this chart for the complete list of product variations)

4 Example ProductsUnitF-143-10F-164-10F-146-10F-169-10
Input Fiber #1111
Output Fiber #3469
Fiber Core Diameterμm400600400600
Switching Time (Typical)ms7777
Cross Talk (Typical)dB-60-60-63-60
Insertion Loss* (Typical)dB1.52.01.52.0
Lifetime (Typical)cycles10⁹10⁹10⁹10⁹
*Does not include connector loss.