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PS042

Features

• Hardware platform for configuration, verification,

precision calibration and production test of

PowerTool software through COM port Interface

to PC

• Directly connects to assembled smart battery

pack or to stand-alone PowerSmart battery

electronics

• Supports loading and verification of battery

configuration parameters and 3D cell models in

PS40X EEPROM and OTP memory

• Precision analog hardware calibrates

PowerSmart battery pack for maximum possible

accuracy in current, voltage and temperature

measurements

• Programmable load capable of drawing up to 36W

continuous discharge power from battery pack

during calibration using natural-convection

cooling

• Supports higher power ratings at reduced duty

cycles, and/or with forced-air cooling

• Powered by 24V DC external supply (included)

• Extensive safety features including production

proven EMI/ESD protection, fuses for device

under test and optical isolation of serial port

• Dimensions: 8.66"W x 9.13"L x 2.06"H

Board Photo

Ordering Information

Development/Test Software

Part No.

Description

PS042

PowerCal calibration board

Part No.

Description

PS040

PowerTool™

PowerCal™ Calibration Platform