Data Sheet
Multi-Range Programmable DC Power Supplies
9115/B Series
Model 9117 discontinued, refer to model
MR3K160120 as an alternative.
USB
RS232
RS485
GPIB (select models)
1200 W / 3000 W Multi-Range DC Power Supplies
Any 9115/B Series model can replace several
supplies on your bench or in your rack. Unlike
conventional supplies with fixed output ratings,
these multi-range power supplies automatically
recalculate voltage and current limits for each
setting, providing full output power in any
Volt/Amp combination within the rated voltage
and current limits.
System integrators benefit from the standard USB
(USBTMC-compliant), RS232, RS485, and LAN
(9117 only) interfaces supporting SCPI
commands. GPIB is available as an option for
select models. Alternatively, users can control
the power supply, execute test sequences or log
measurements using the provided PC software
application.
For benchtop applications, this series provides a
numerical keypad for direct data entry along with
convenient cursors and analog style knobs to
quickly make incremental voltage or current
changes.
The 9115/B-AT provides automotive power test
waveforms compliant to DIN 40839 and ISO
16750-2:2012(E) standards that can simulate
common test conditions for electrical and
electronic devices installed in automobiles.
Features and benefits
n Multi-ranging operation (output up to
max power rating within maximum voltage and
current rating)
n Compact,
high density, 1U rackmount form
factor (2U for 9117)
n High
programming and readback resolution
n Adjustable
voltage slope (rise and fall time)
n Sequence
programming (internal list mode for
models 9115/B, 9115/B-AT, and 9116/B)
n Save
and recall up to 100 instrument settings
n Standard
USB (USBTMC-compliant), RS232,
RS485, and LAN (9117 only) interfaces
Multi-Range Operation
n GPIB
optional for select models
The multi-ranging feature of the 9115/B Series offers exceptional flexibility by providing any combination
of the rated voltage and current up to the maximum output power of the supply. These wide ranges of
voltage and current allow users to replace multiple supplies on a bench or system rack.
n Analog
interface with control and monitoring
functions
n Master/Slave
mode for parallel and series
operation
Voltage
150 V
Model
0W
120
30 A 37.5 A
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n Remote
sense
n Overvoltage/overpower/overtemperature
0 to 80 V
protection, and key-lock function
Max. Current
0 to 60 A
0 to 30 A
0 to 120 A
n Test
0W
15 A
9117
(Discontinued)
0 to 150 V
120
8A
9116/B*
0 to 80 V
80 V
25 V
20 V
9115/B-AT*
Max. Voltage
Max. Power
40 V
9115/B*
60 A
3000 W
1200 W
3000 W
*Model numbers with suffix B (911xB) do not include a
GPIB interface. See ordering information on page 6
for details.
functions compliant to automotive
standards (9115/B-AT only)
n Softpanel
for remote control, test sequence
generation and data logging
n LabVIEWTM
120 A
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Multi-Range Programmable DC Power Supplies
9115/B Series
Flexible operation
Easy-to-use interface
The numeric keypad, rotary knobs, and cursors
provide an easy way to set output levels quickly
and precisely. With a push of a button, the
display can be conveniently toggled between set
and measured voltage and current values.
Additionally, the power supplies provide internal
memory for storage of up to 100 different
instrument settings that can be set and recalled
via both the front panel and remote interfaces.
Test sequence execution in list mode
(models 9115/B, 9115/B-AT, and
9116/B only)
The list mode feature lets users store, recall, and
run program sequences in the power supply’s
internal memory. A total of 10 steps can be
configured for each sequence (up to 10). These
sequences can then be saved into a program
configuration that can run one sequence after
another, which allows for a maximum of
100 steps in one program configuration.
Programmable voltage rise/fall times
The power supply is capable of programming the
slope of the output voltage during changes
between voltage settings by allowing users to set
the rising and falling edge times of the voltage.
Master/Slave operation
More than one unit of the same power supply
model can be connected in parallel or series
connection to increase the overall current or
voltage output respectively. Using the RS485
interface, the power supplies can operate in
master/slave mode. In this mode, the master unit
can control all other power supplies connected
in parallel or series. Additionally, the RS485
interface can be used for multi-unit control of
up to 31 daisy chained units.
External analog control interface
The power supply output voltage and current
can be controlled from zero to full range by
either external DC voltage sources (0-5 V or
0-10 V) or resistances (0-5 kΩ or 0-10 kΩ). The
DB25 analog control interface also provides a
source for monitoring the voltage and current
output.
Parallel configuration
Series configuration
Application software
PC software is provided for front panel emulation, generating and executing test sequences or logging measurement data without the need to write source code.
• Log voltage, current and power values as well as time stamp, CV/CC and output status.
• Save and load list files to/from the power supply’s internal memory.
• Create an unlimited number of external list files to be executed from PC memory. Save and recall list files to/from the PC.
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Model 9115/B-AT Automotive Test Functions
ISO 16750-2:2012(E)
In order to ensure electronic systems used in a vehicle are able to function
in an automotive environment, automotive component manufacturers test
electronic modules to industry standards. The 9115/B-AT provides built-in
simulations compliant to these automotive test standards to help automate
and speed up development time.
This standard applies to electric and electronic systems/
components for vehicles. It describes the potential environmental
conditions and specifies tests and requirements recommended for
the specific mounting location on/in the vehicle. These test
simulations include measurement of discontinuities in supply
voltage, voltage drops, tests applicable to equipment with reset
functions, and tests to insure modules do not malfunction during
an engine start routine with cranking.
Simulate the effect when a conventional fuse element
melts in another circuit.
DIN 40839 (ISO 7637)
This standard insures EMC (electromagnetic compatibility) in road vehicles by
injection of supply line transients. The 9115/B-AT can output a 12 V or 24 V
system voltage sequence, which simulates the behavior in supply voltage
reduction caused by an engine starter motor circuits (Fig. 1).
Fig. 2 - Short voltage drop test
Verify the reset behavior of your DUT at various
voltage drops.
Fig. 3 - Reset behavior voltage drop test
Fig. 1 - Motor startup curve
Verify the behavior of a DUT during and after cranking.
Fig. 4 - Starting profile test
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Multi-Range Programmable DC Power Supplies
9115/B Series
Front panel
Models 9115/B, 9115/B-AT, 9116/B
Power On/Off switch
Bright VFD display
Voltage and current adjust knobs
Function keys
Numeric keypad
Model 9117 (Discontinued)
Rear panel
Models 9115/B, 9115/B-AT, 9116/B
Remote sense
terminal
Output
terminal
Cooling
fan
Analog control interface
LAN
interface
GPIB
interface
USB
interface
USB
interface
GPIB interface*
RS485
interface
RS485
interface
Cooling
fan
Fuse
RS232 interface
Output
terminal
AC line input
Fuse
Model 9117 (Discontinued)
RS232
interface
Analog
control
interface
Remote
sense
terminal
*GPIB optional on select models. See ordering information on page 6 for details.
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Cooling fans
AC line input
Unterminated power
cord (included)
Model 9117 only
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9115/B Series
Specifications
Model
9115/B & 9115/B-AT
9116/B
9117 (Discontinued)
Voltage
0 to 80 V
0 to 150 V
0 to 80 V
Current
0 to 60 A
0 to 30 A
0 to 120 A
Output Rating
Max Output Power
Load Regulation
1200 W
3000 W
(1) (2)
Voltage
0.01 % + 5 mV
0.05 % + 30 mV
Current
0.1 % + 10 mA
0.1 % + 30 mA
Voltage
0.02 % + 1 mV
0.02 % + 20 mV
Current
0.02 % + 1 mA
0.02 % + 10 mA
Line Regulation (2)
Ripple (20 Hz - 20 MHz)
Voltage
≤ 60 mVpp
Current
≤ 80 mVpp
100 mArms
40 mArms
120 mArms
Programming / Readback Resolution
Voltage
1 mV
3 mV
Current
2 mV
1 mA
3 mA
Programming / Readback Accuracy (2)
Voltage
0.02 % + 30 mV
Current
0.1 % + 60 mA
Temperature Coefficient (0 ºC - 40 ºC)
0.05 % + 30 mV
0.2 % + 30 mA
0.2 % + 120 mA
(2)
Voltage
0.02 % + 30 mV
Current
0.05 % + 10 mA
Readback Temperature Coefficient (0 ºC - 40 ºC) (2)
Voltage
0.02 % + 30 mV
Current
0.05 % + 5 mA
General
Efficiency
73% (120 VAC)
75% (220 VAC)
75% (120 VAC)
80% (220 VAC)
Power Factor (full load)
80% (220 VAC)
0.99
Standard Interface
USB, GPIB (optional), RS232, RS485
USB, GPIB, RS232, RS485, LAN
AC Input
115/230 VAC ± 10 %, 47 Hz to 63 Hz
220 VAC ± 10 %, 47 Hz to 63 Hz
Input Current (nominal)
13.8 A (120 VAC)
7.3 A (220 VAC)
13.3 A (120 VAC)
6.9 A (220 VAC)
17.1 A (220 VAC)
Operating Temperature
32 ºF to 104 ºF (0 ºC to 40 ºC)
Storage Temperature
-4 ºF to 158 ºF (-20 ºC to 70 ºC)
Safety
EN61010-1:2001, EU Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC
Electromagnetic Compatibility
Meets EMC Directive 2004/108/EC, EN 61000-3-2:2006, EN 61000-3-3:1995+A1:2001+A2:2005
EN 61000-4-2/-3/-4/-5/-6/-11, EN 61326-1:2006
Dimensions (W x H x D)
16.32” x 1.75” x 19.02”
(414.5 x 44.5 x 483.2 mm)
Weight
18.74 lbs (8.5 kg)
17.19” x 3.52” x 20.95”
(436.5 x 89.3 x 532 mm)
37.48 lbs (17 kg)
Warranty
1 Year
Included Accessories
User manual, AC power cord (9115/B, 9115/B-AT, and 9116/B only), unterminated AC power cord with input connector (9117
only), rackmount kit, certificate of calibration
(1) With remote sense connected
(2) Accuracy specified as ±(% of output + offset) after a temperature stabilization time of 15 minutes over an ambient temperature range of 23 ºC ±5 ºC
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9115/B Series
Ordering Information
9115/B Series Multi-Range DC Power Supplies
With GPIB
9115
9115-AT
9116
9117* (Discontinued)
Without GPIB
9115B
9115B-AT
9116B
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*Refer to B&K Precision model MR3K160120 as an alternative to discontinued model 9117.
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