Sencore LC102 Analyzer
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1986
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Auto-Z Capacitor Inductor Analyzer

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Capacitor and inductor usage is extensive, encompassing all facets of industrial and consumer electronics. Very few circuits lack either of these components. As the transistor gave way to the IC, and the IC gave way to the LSIC, so capacitor and inductor usage continues to increase rapidly since neither of these components can be physically incorporated into ICs on a broad basis. Though they have changed some in physical size, capacitors still perform the same basic functions. But in today’s circuits, more than ever before, the tolerances and parameters of capacitors and inductors are critical to proper circuit operation. Capacitor value arid tight tolerance is just one important parameter. In today’s high performance circuits, leakage, dielectric absorption, and ESR are necessary indicators of a capacitor’s ability to perform properly in circuit. Inductors too, require tight tolerances and quality checks. Unless all of these parameters can be thoroughly analyzed, troubleshooting becomes a guessing game. The Sencore LC102 AUTO-Z takes the guesswork out of capacitor and inductor testing. It provides automatic tests of capacitor value, leakage, ESR, and a patented dielectric absorption test. Inductors are automatically analyzed for value and quality with patented tests. The LC102 is a complete, automatic, microprocessor-controlled capacitor and inductor Analyzer. Its features make it ideally suited for both single, component analyzing in service or maintenance work or for large volume, batch testing in a lab or incoming inspection. Features The Sencore LC102 AUTO-Z is a dynamic, portable, automatic capacitor and inductor tester. It is designed to quickly identify defective components by simply connecting the capacitor or inductor to the test leads and pushing a test button. The test result is readily displayed on an LCD readout in common terms. All capacitor and inductor test results may also be displayed as GOOD/BAD compared to standards adopted by the Electronic Industries Association (EIA). User defined limits may also be programmed into the LC102 for the GOOD/BAD comparison. In addition to testing capacitors for value up to 20 Farads, the LC102 checks capacitors for leakage at their rated working voltage, up to 1000 volts. ESR is checked with a patented test, and an automatic, patented test checks capacitor dielectric absorption. A patented inductance value test provides a fast, accurate test of true inductance. A patented ringing test checks coils, deflection yoke, switching Power supply transformers, and other non-iron core inductors with a fast, reliable GOOD/BAD quality test. Automatic lead zeroing balances out test lead capacitance, resistance, and inductance for accurate readings on small capacitors and inductors. The LC102 is protected from external voltages applied to the test leads by a fuse in the TEST LEAD JACK and a special stop testing circuitry which locks out all test buttons when voltage is sensed on the test leads. Battery operation makes the LC102 completely portable for on-location troubleshooting in all types of servicing from industrial equipment to avionics to cable fault locating. An optional SCR250 SCR & TRIAC TEST ACCESSORY extends the LC102 test capabilities to provide a fast, accurate test of these components. The LC102 may be interfaced into any computer Interface system for fully automatic, computer controlled testing in a laboratory or incoming inspection area.

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DESCRIPTION Introduction ... Features ... Specifications ... Controls ... - ... Rear Panel Features ... Supplied Accessories ... Optional Accessories ... OPERATION Introduction ... AC Power Operation ... Battery Operation ... Battery Test ... Recharging the Battery ... Auto Off ... STOP TESTING Indication ... Test Leads ... Test Lead Mounting Clip ... Test Lead Adapter ... Test Lead Fuse ... Lead Zeroing ... Entering Component Data ... Error Codes ... Capacitor Testing ... Capacitance Measurement Accuracy ... Measuring Small Capacitance Values in Noisy Environments ... Capacitor Parameter Testing ... Measuring Capacitor Value ... Measuring Capacitor Dielectric Absorption .. Measuring Capacitor Leakage (Microamps) . Paper, Mica and Film Capacitor ... Ceramic Capacitors ... Aluminum Electrolytics ... Tantalum Electrolytics ... Non-polarized Electrolytics ... Leakage Charts ... Aluminum Electrolytics ... Tantalum Electrolytics ... Measuring Capacitor Leakage (ohms) ... Measuring Capacitor ESR ... Capacitor Automatic GOOD/BAD Testing ... Inductor Testing ... Balancing Out Lead Inductance ... Inductor Value Testing ... Inductor Automatic GOOD/BAD Testing ... Checking Inductors with the Ringer Test GOOD/BAD Inductor Value Testing EEE 488 BUSS OPERATION Connecting the LC102 for IEEE Operation.. Sending Data to the LC102, ... Component Type Commands ... Value Multipliers ... Test Function Commands ... General Commands ... Reading Data from the LC102, ... Data Format ... Separating Data Fields ... Advanced Programming Ideas ... Error Testing ... GOOD/BAD Results ... Shorted Capacitors ... Open Inductors ... Making Leakage Tests with IEEE ... Making ESR Tests with IEEE ... Programming Examples ... Sending Listener Codes ... Sending Talker Codes ... Sample Programs ... APPLICATIONS Introduction ... identifying Capacitor Types ... Aluminum Electrolytics ... Tantalum Electrolytics ... Double Layer Electrolytics ... Ceramic Capacitors ... All Other Capacitors ... Identifying Inductor Types ... Yokes and Flybacks ... Switching Transformers ... Coils ... Identify Unknown Components ... Capacitor Testing Applications ... Interpreting Capacitor Value Readings .. Dielectric Stress ... Checking Leakage in Multi-Section Lytics Intermittent Capacitors ... Checking Ceramic Temperature Characteristics ... Checking Capacitance of Silicon Diodes and Transistors ... Testing High Voltage Diodes ... Reforming Electrolytics ... Inductor Testing Applications ... Testing Inductors In-Circuit ... Mutual Inductance ... Ringing Peaking Coils ... Ringing Metal Shielded Coils ... Ringing Flyback Transformers ... Ringing Deflection Yokes ... Note on Solid State Yokes & Flybacks . . Cable Testing Applications ... Testing Coaxial Cable ... Determining the Distance to Open ... Locating a Short in Coaxial Cable ... Determining Capacitance & Inductance per foot ... Hi Potential Testing ... Measuring Resistor to 1 Gigohm ... Applications of the Leakage Power supply MAINTENANCE Introduction ... Recalibration and Service ... Circuit Description and Calibration Procedures . Replacement Leads ... “Spare” Button ... Test Lead Fuse ... Fuse Replacement ... Display Test ... APPENDIX Capacitor Theory and the AUTO-Z ... Capacitor Types ... Ceramics ... Aluminum Electrolytics ... Tantalum Electrolytics ... A Capacitor is more than a Capacitor ... Leakage ... Dielectric Absorption ... Effective Series Resistance ... Value Change ...

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