5242 – Power Amplifier

Product Description

The Model 5242 is a voltage-controlled power amplifier designed exclusively for Magtrol’s Model HD‑825 Hysteresis Dynamometer. Because of its double braking system, the HD‑825 requires more than 4 amps of power in order to reach full torque. The 5242 (which can provide up to 5 amps of output current) is necessary in order to amplify the power between the DSP7010 Controller (which has a maximum current output of 1 amp) and the HD-825 Dynamometer.

Specifications

Current Output 0 to 5 A DC
Control Input 0 to +3 V DC or 0 to -10 V DC
Fuses (5×20 mm) Brake: UL/CSA IEC 6.3A 5A 125 250 VSB VT
Power (120 V): UL/CSA 3A 250 VSB
Power (240 V): IEC 1.25A 250 VT
Power Requirements 330 VA
Voltage Requirements 120/240 V 60/50 Hz

Ordering Information

If the HD-825 is purchased without a dynamometer controller, please inform Magtrol of your controller model—as it may be necessary to modify your existing controller so that it functions properly with the 5242 Power Amplifier.

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Features

  • 16 Standard Models with Maximum Torque from 2.5 oz·in to 500 lb·in (18 mN·m to 56.5 N·m)
  • Hysteresis Braking System: Provides precise torque loading independent of shaft speed
  • Motor Testing from No Load to Locked Rotor
  • Accuracy: ±0.25% (Full Scale)
  • Air Flow Sensor: For protection against overheating and operator error
  • Standard Torque Units: English, Metric and SI
  • Custom Dynamometers: for special torque and speed requirements
  • Easy Calibration

The Hysteresis Braking System

All Magtrol Hysteresis Dynamometers absorb power with a unique Hysteresis Braking System which provides frictionless torque loading independent of shaft speed. The Hysteresis Brake provides torque by the use of two basic components - a reticulated pole structure and a specialty steel rotor/shaft assembly - fitted together but not in physical contact. Until the pole structure is energized, the drag cup can spin freely on its shaft bearings. When a magnetizing force from the field coil is applied to the pole structure, the air gap becomes a flux field and the rotor is magnetically restrained, providing a braking action between the pole structure and rotor.          

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