CH2

Our most capable tester for complex assemblies.

The Cirris CH2 has the power to test thousands of points. Connect the CH2 to your PC and use Cirris easy-wire software for hipot (HV) testing of complex cables and harnesses.

Info

Test Complex Assemblies

Scanner chassis measures 17" x 17" x 6" and weighs 40 lbs.
Up to five 160 point scanner boxes (800 pts/box)
Tests up to 100,000 points
1500 VDC
1000 VAC
Easily rack mounted for larger applications
Performance Check Kit for ISO 9000 certification

Software

easy-wire software provides full SPC data collection
Collect test results by operator, test station, or product
Customize any standard test report
Password-protected security
Limit operator access to system features.
Online help system

Efficient and Adjustable

Smart-Lights capable
Zero Defect Guided Assembly Aid
Built in digital I/O
8 programmable inputs and 8 outputs
- Marking/stamping machines
- Fixture locks
- Pushback modules
- Energizing relays

Specs

Test Points

160 to 800 points; expandable to 100,000 points in 160-point increments. (Max distance from base unit: 200 ft.)

Low Voltage Test

2 Wire

Voltage: Standard 2.5 V max
Current: 10 mA to 1 μA
Resistance: 0.1 Ω to 1 MΩ ±2% ±0.1 Ω

4 Wire

Voltage: Standard 2.5 V max
Current: 2 μA to 2 A
Resistance: .001 Ω to 100 Ω ±2% ±0.001 Ω

Components Test

Diodes: 0 to 2.5 V
Resistors: 0.1 Ω to 1 MΩ ±2%
Capacitors: 10 pF to 5000 μF ±10% ±50 pF
Twisted Pairs: Verify proper pairing in twisted pair cables

High Voltage Test

Insulation Resistance Test

Voltage: 10 to 1500VDC ± 5% ± 5 V
Resistance: 5 MΩ to 1000 MΩ ±10%

Dielectric Withstand Test

Voltage: 10 to 1500 VDC ± 5% ± 5 V or 10 to 1070 VAC ± 5% ± 5 V (up to 1500 VAC with xHV option) (1 volt steps)
Current Limit: (DC) 10 μA to 2.5 mA, (AC) 10 μA to 2.5 mA (RMS) or to 22 mA with xHV option
Max Capacitance Per Net: 30 nF @ 1500 VDC, 9.5 nF @ 1000 VAC
HV Energy Limit: 35 mJ
HV Charge Limit: 45μC

Max Points Per Net

Unlimited

Digital Input/Output

8 Inputs / 8 Outputs, 30 V Open collector, +12 V and +5 V each current limited to 100 mA

Test Point Interface

96 pos. Female VME Eurocard connector-32 pos. loaded

User Interface

PC Requirements

Test Station: 2.0 GHz min. processor speed, Windows 7®, or Windows 8.1®, 15 GB hard drive space, 4 GB RAM, 256 MB min. video memory, 1024 x 768 min display resolution, sound (for audible feedback), USB 2.0 or 3.0 port
Optional Network Database Server: As above except no sound or USB ports required. Windows XP®, Windows 7®, Windows 8.1®, Windows Server 2003® or Windows Server 2008® OS

Power

115 / 230 V 50/60 Hz

Size

17” x 17” x 6” (43cm x 43cm x 15cm) (base or expansion enclosure)

Weight

40 lbs (18kg) (fully loaded base or expansion enclosure)

Options

CH2 XHV - 1500VAC Test System

CH2 XHV 1500VAC Test System

Set a DWV current leakage threshold of up to 5mA (real) and 22mA (total)
Up to 1500VAC
Test assemblies with higher capacitance
Test much longer cables

Test Levels

Output Voltage:10 to 1500 VAC ±5% ±5V
Voltage Resolution:1 VAC
Total Current Limit:10µA to 22mA ±10% ±10µA
Real Current Limit:10µA to 5mA ±10% ±10µA

Test Rate

Dwell Time:17 ms to 120 sec. (1 to 7200 cycles @ 60 Hz) (1 to 6000 cycles @ 50 Hz)
Output Waveform:Sine wave
Output Frequency:50 or 60 Hz
Voltage Ramp Up Time:0 to 120 seconds
Voltage Ramp Down Time:0 to 120 seconds

Other Requirements

Power:100-240VAC, 50 to 60 Hz. 80 Watts
Temperature:Specified:10-40 degrees C, Operational: 0-70 degrees C
Humidity:Specified:0-50% RH non-condensing, Operational: 0-90% RH non-condensing

Dimensions

3.5" tall x 17" wide x 19.75" deep (9x 43 x 50 cm)

Weight

28 lbs. (13 kg) (each box)

CH2 - Energization Box

CH2 Energization Box

Energize lamps, LEDs, relays or other devices needing external power
Connected to a CH2 test system using the same cable as a standard expansion box
Design your test to accommodate a wide variety of external power needs using easy-wire software
Power supply port on the back of the box to plug in your selected power supply
Optional Programmable Power Supply
adjust voltages to multiple values within one test program
Additional information:
Energization Specifications:
- Energization Points: 160 - 800 Points (in 160 pt. increments)
- Max Current: 2 AMPs
- Fixed Voltage Supplies: 5, 12, 15, 24, 28, & 48 Volts
- Agilent Variable Supply: 0 to 60 Volts
- Interfacing to E-Unit: Standard AC61-KF cabling

CH2 Custom Instructions

Agilent 34410A

add-in set of test instructions to expand the capability of the tester
integrate external meters, such as a Keithley 24xx series source meters or Agilent 344xx series DMMs to make high accuracy measurements using those instruments
integrate a variable power supply when using the Energization Module
different voltages for different applications in the same test program
Test: Transzorbs, Zener Diodes, Gas Discharge Tubes etc.
Test Relays: Single Coil, Multi Coil, Pull-in-voltages, Drop-out-voltages etc.
Test Light/Indicators: Single Lamp to 60V, Multi Lamps up to 60V
Test Leakage Current: Diodes, Transistors, MOSFET's, Integrated Circuits, etc.
Highly Accurate Voltage or Current Measurements: With integrated Keithley 2400 series meter

CH2 Adapter Panel System

CH2 Adapter Panel

Adapter panel mounts directly to the front of the CH2 tester
adapt from the 32 pin Eurodin style connectors to mating connectors of your choice

Performance Verfication

The CH2 Performance Check Kit allows you to verify the calibration and proper operation of the CH2 tester.
For information on tester calibration, click here.