Elevate your charging with the efficient and easy-to-use Ascend. The modular Ascend High Frequency Charger from AMETEK Solidstate Controls is a digital signal processor (DSP) controlled, high frequency Switchmode Rectifier system designed for high-efficiency conversion of incoming AC power to clean current-limited DC power. Ascend can be used for charging batteries while supplying power to continuous DC loads, such as inverters or as a stand-alone device for battery-charging only applications.
Modular Advantage
As a modular charger, Ascend has many advantages. Ascend's internal modules utilize load sharing to achieve built-in redundancy, so even if one module stops working, the output will continue running. The modules are easily accessible so replacement is quick and simple, making for a low mean time to repair (MTTR) of ten minutes for a single module. The modules can also be configured for expansion, giving you the option to increase capacity.
Many applications are located in remote areas where it takes time to access them. For Ascend, this is not an issue. If a problem arises, an alarm notification is sent out and, while someone comes out to assess the situation, it keeps running by utilizing its other modules.
Features and Benefits
- Modular design for redundancy, reliability, simplicity and efficiency
- Advanced switching and power electronics technology
- Up to 94% efficient, reducing power consumption
- Input Power Factor Correction better than 0.95, input THD <5%
- Reliable industrial design; MTBF >205,000 hours
- Low input harmonic distortion
- Simultaneous voltage and current readings
- User definable control and alarm set-points
- Meets IEEE-519 requirements
- UL1012 (UL) approved
Single and Three Phase
Some applications require a charger with lower input currents that place less demand on distribution systems. The three phase model delivers on this. With smaller wire and breakers, it is perfect for distribution panels that may not be able to handle the higher current draw of a single phase. The three phase model has the same functions and benefits as the single phase. It remains just as easy to use, powerful and dependable.
There are a few features exclusive to the three phase. These include:
- AC input voltage and current metering
- AC phase loss voltage alarm
- AC input low voltage alarm
- AC input high voltage alarm
- Module voltage input failure default alarm
Instructional Video
With Ascend there is no learning curve! Installation and upkeep are simple. In fact, most can troubleshoot an issue and make the repair in under 15 minutes. We created a short instructional video that takes you through set up, alarms, replacing a module and more. Click here to watch an overview of the intuitive operation of the system on YouTube.
Animated LCD Touch Screen Display
Ascend is even easier to use with our new graphical user interface display: the Animated LCD Touch Screen. Easily navigate between screens utilizing the touch screen menu options. You can quickly determine the status of your system with the increased screen size, additional colors and animations. We have animated the process flow, voltage and alarm readings so you can spot an issue instantly. New display features allow:
- Support for Network Time Protocol (NTP)
- Access to the data log from the LCD
- Ability to disable the USB port
- Optional USB-enabled alarm for added security
- Ability to customize alarm relay configuration
Click here to watch a video on the details of our Animated LCD Touch Screen.
New Option! Now Sodium Nickel Battery Compatible. View our brochure to learn more about this new compatibility.