Plasma Generators

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Introduction

Applications
Plasma is generated from a gas by introducing energy, usually applied by an electric field with
alternating voltage in the range from some kHz to several MHz. The voltage required to initiate
the plasma process becomes lower when gas pressure is reduced. However this requires a
sealed reactor and a vacuum pump.
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The plasma generators we offer are designed for use at normal atmospheric pressure. This
is the most economic way to go for in-line production applications as well as for any kind of
research and development.

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Our plasma generators are targeted for research and development, process engineering, and
science. They are also a good choice for low-power production applications as well as in-line
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quality control.
The generators are built with all-air insulation. Thus there are no parts that have to be serviced.
The user may freely program all variables of the generator independently. This makes our
generators the ideal choice for development purposes. However with automation interfaces
for PLC as well as a CAN field bus interface integration into a production line becomes
seamlessly easy.

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All models shown are examples of our standard range. We are happy to tailor any product
to your special requirements or do a complete new design from scratch, conforming to your
specifications.

Disclaimer
All data, pictures and descriptions presented in this catalog is given at our best knowledge
and thought to be reliable. However these may change at any time due to our commitment
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to continuous improvement. Thus we assume no responsibility that the data is up-to-date,

correct or that a product is suitable for a certain use.
If you need an approval for specified data or for the suitability of a product for your application
please request a written confirmation before placing an order.
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G2000 High Voltage Plasma Generator

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Datasheet

Medium Frequency Generator for Plasma Generation at Normal Pressure

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Shortform Data

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output voltage 20 kVpp
output power 500 W
frequency 4-500 kHz
mains voltage 230 Vac
dimensions 19“ 4HE

Applications Benefits Interface

barrier discharge plasma generation at normal air pressure
corona discharge variable output voltage from 0 to 100%
liquid-free cleansing wide frequency range
surface conditioning pulse packet modulation
treatment of textiles short circuit and no-load proof
food sterilisation air-insulated transformer
gas detoxication fully programmable
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spectroscopy

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There are nearly unlimited applications for low temperature plasma at normal atmospheric
pressure.
Plasma sterilisates. It kills germs and spores in food products, paints and textiles.
Plasma ablates material. It cleans, degreases, improves and conditions surfaces prior to
painting, glueing or electroplating.
Plasma enforces chemical reactions. It passivates or oxidates surfaces of metals to protect
against corrosion or or to ease consecutive treatments.
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Its reactivity is usable for purifying exhaust gases of motors or incinerators. Toxic molecules are
transformed into less dangerous ones.
Plasma makes gases emit its characteristic spectrum. With a spectrometer you can analyze the
contents of a gas fillings inside transparent materials, such as glass tubes and bulbs.

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The high voltage generates a plasma at a dielectrically insulated electrode (barrier), even at
normal atmospheric pressure. This effect is known as barrier or corona discharge.
At normal pressure no vacuum is needed to initiate plasma generation, and thus no sealed
reactor. This eases integration in a production flow.
No liquid is needed. You neither have to supply nor to dispose or decontanimate any liquid.
And there is no need for filters or catalytic converters that have to be replaced periodically.
Because of the completely variable setting of output voltage and frequency you can optimize
the plasma formation for your application.
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From an intermediate DC circuit the G2000 generates square unipolar pulses with
programmable frequency, width and amplitude. These pulses are transformed to high voltage
and coupled to the electrode.
The system of transformer inductance plus the capacitance of the cable and your load builds
a resonant circuit. Applying high voltage pulses results in a (quasi-) sinusoidal voltage across
your load.

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output voltage below resonance output voltage near resonance

The output pulse train can be periodically blanked by means of pulse packet modulation. This
allows a burst mode operation to stabilize the plasma formation.
You can set all variables freely and indepently via menus on a large 4-line LC display with only a
few keystrokes and a datawheel.
The G2000 is short-circuit and open-circuit proof. Several independent current limiters control
the mains current, the average current and the peak current.
On the mains side an active power factor correction (PFC) and a mains filter reduces harmonics

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and smoothes the operating current.

Interfaces

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front panel menu rear panel

All variables are normally set via the front panel menu.
For production environments there is a set of digital control and monitor lines to control the
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G2000 remotely.
For complete remote control the G2000 has a CAN interface to set the variables and to control
its operation.

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The generator is designed to be mounted inside a cabinet. It must not be operated outside
such a cabinet. The protection class is IP40 for the front and IP20 for the rear.

Options
The G2000 has an optional RS-485 interface for programming and control.
To adopt to a wide range of loads the airgap, and thus the inductance, or the secondary
winding of the high voltage transfomer might be modified. The winding is easily accessible,
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and so is the air gap.

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The generator is available with internal transformer or with external transformer.
Internal Transformer
The G2000 with internal transformer connects to a coaxial high voltage cable. The cable and
also the jack for the other end are available as accessories.
External Transformer

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external transformer

The G2000 with external transfomer comes with a separate transformer box. Both units are
interconnected by a pair of control wires, which are included in the delivery.
We will also supply the G2000 also without transfomer in case you want to use your own one.
Comparison
Using an internal transformer means that you have everything contained in one box. On the
other hand the usable frequency of the generator is practically limited due to the capacitance

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of the cable.
Using an external transformer means placement of the transfomer near to the load with short
wires. This allows operation at higher frequencies.

Accessories

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high voltage cable coaxial jack

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The high voltage cable is a critical part, considering the high voltage and frequency applied
to it. We deliver a proven cable with lugs on both ends in different lengths. To adopt your
electrode the matching jack for the far end is also available.

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Operating Range min typ max unit

output voltage (1) 0 20k Vpp
output power 500 W
frequency (2) 4 500 kHz
packet pulse or pause width 1000 ms
intermediate circuit voltage 0 300 Vdc
intermediate circuit current 4 Adc
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secondary inductance
20kVpp transformer 10 mH
10kVpp transformer 2 mH
secondary capacitance 100 pF
secondary peak current
20kVpp transformer 1.5 A
10kVpp transformer 3 A
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(1) The output voltage depends on the frequency adjustment and the load capacity.
(2) Lower frequencies are feasible, but locked by means of software.

Environment min typ max unit

ambient temperature 0 40 °C
storage temperature -10 70 °C
relative humidty 70%
mains voltage 207 230 253 Vac
mains current 4 10 Aac
mains frequency 48 50 62 Hz
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Dimensions min typ max unit

height 132 mm
width 482 mm
depth (3) 420 mm

(3) Allow extra space for the high voltage connector extending to the rear.
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number description
generators
45.20.100.10 generator 500W with internal transformer 20kVpp
45.20.100.14 generator 500W with internal transformer 10kVpp
45.20.100.20 generator 500W without transformer
45.20.100.30 generator 500W with external transformer 20kVpp and cables,
consists of

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- 45.20.100.20 generator
- 31.35.10.10 transformer
- set of interconnecting cables 3 meters
transformers
31.35.10.10 external transformer 500W 20kVpp in case
31.35.10.20 external transformer 500W 10kVpp in case
cables and accessories

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35.130.20.110 high voltage cable with coaxial jacks 1 meter
35.130.20.115 high voltage cable with coaxial jacks 1.5 meter
35.130.20.120 high voltage cable with coaxial jacks 2 meter
34.36.11.131 coaxial jack for connecting high voltage cable
(1) The high voltage cables are available with any length.

© Redline Technologies Elektronik GmbH - published 2014-08-07

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