Dranetz-BMI POWERXPLORER PX5-400 Power Quality Analyzer

The Dranetz-BMI PowerXplorer PX5-400 is a cutting-edge power quality analyzer designed for professionals seeking precise and reliable data in power monitoring. Equipped with a state-of-the-art color graphical user interface, this instrument combines high-speed sampling capabilities with an extensive feature set, making it an indispensable tool for electrical engineers and technicians.

Key Features

• Broad Frequency Testing: Compatible with 50/60 Hz and 400 Hz systems.
• Compliance: Meets MIL Standard 1399 Testing for rigorous military specifications.
• Channel Configuration: 8 channels with 4 voltage and 4 current inputs for comprehensive analysis.
• User-Friendly Interface: Intuitive color touch screen for effortless navigation and data access.
• Lightweight Design: Approximately 4 pounds (2 kg) with a rugged rubber boot for durability.
• Versatile Applications: Ideal for both AC and DC applications.
• High-Speed Sampling: Samples at an impressive 256 samples per cycle (1 microsecond/channel).
• Transient Measurement: Oscilloscope-like transient detection with detailed event characterization for RMS variations and transients.
• Harmonic Analysis: Computes THD/harmonic spectrum and TID/interharmonics spectrum up to the 63rd at 50/60 Hz.
• Data Capture: Captures IEEE 1459 parameters for thorough assessment of non-sinusoidal and advanced power systems.
• Remote Communication: Supports RS-232, Ethernet, or USB for seamless data transfer.
• Power Options: Operates on battery or AC power, with a built-in UPS battery and external charger.
• Expanded Memory: Up to 128 MB for extensive data storage needs.
• Multilingual Support: Available languages include English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Swedish, Finnish, Chinese, Japanese, and Korean.
• DRAN-VIEW Enabled: Compatible with Windows NT, 98, ME, 2000, and XP for easy data analysis.
• Flicker Measurement: Complies with IEC 61000-4-15 standards.
• Standards Compliance: Complies with IEEE 1159, IEC 61000-4-30 Class A, and EN50160 requirements.
• Comprehensive Data Displays: Users can select from phasors, waveforms, meters, and harmonic spectrums.

Measured Parameters

• Voltage Inputs: (4) differential inputs, 1-600 Vrms, AC/DC, 0.1% rdg + 0.05% FS, 256 samples/cycle, 16 bit ADC.
• Current Inputs: (4) inputs with CTs, 0.1-6000 Arms CT-dependent, AC/DC, 0.1% rdg + CTs, 256 samples/cycle, 16 bit ADC.
• High-Speed Sampling: 1 MHz, 14 bit ADC, ±1% FS.
• Frequency Range: 10 mHz resolution, covering 15-20 Hz, 45-65 Hz, or 350-450 Hz.
• Phase Lock Loop Functionality: Options for generator tracking and standard PQ mode.

Power Quality Triggers

• Cycle-by-cycle analysis with 256 samples per cycle.
• Record RMS Variations: Sags, swells, and interruptions with extensive pre-fault and post-fault capture.
• Transient Detection: Supports low, medium, and high-frequency transients for detailed analysis.
• Cross-triggering capabilities for voltage and current channels.
• RMS event characterization according to IEEE or IEC standards.

Distortion, Power, and Energy Analysis

• Measures real (W), apparent (VA), reactive (VAR) power, along with various power factors.
• Detailed harmonic and interharmonic analysis per IEC 1000-4-7.
• Calculates THD and harmonic spectrum parameters up to the 63rd.
• Flicker measurements provided according to IEC standards.
• Tracks unbalance metrics and additional power quality parameters.

Monitoring and Compliance

• Compliance with MIL-STD-1399 and IEEE 1159 standards.
• Monitoring support for IEC 61000-4-30 Class A and EN50160 quality of supply metrics.
• Captures current inrush and voltage fault recordings for comprehensive analysis.
• Facilitates long-term monitoring with continuous data logging capabilities.
• Collects min/max/average data through extensive event logging.