B&K Precision 9833B 3000 VA Programmable AC Power Source
B&K Precision 9833B 3000 VA Programmable AC Power SourceKey Features At A Glance Maximum output voltage 300 V AC rms (or ±424 V DC) with selectable low/high ranges across the 9830B Series AC, DC, and AC+DC output coupling modes with positive and negative DC offset capability Single-phase frequency range 45 Hz to 1.2 kHz; 3-phase operation 45 Hz to 600 Hz via the optional TL983P-KIT 3-phase sync adapters Total harmonic distortion ≤0.5% from 45 Hz to 400 Hz with a resistive load Comprehensive measurement set: Vrms, Arms, Vdc, +Apk, −Apk, inrush current, frequency, power factor, apparent power, reactive power, true power, and crest factor Step, List, and Pulse modes for power line disturbance simulation; List mode supports 10 programs with up to 100 programmable steps Amplifier mode with 1.2 kHz bandwidth via analog BNC input for user-defined arbitrary waveforms LAN, USB, GPIB, and RS232 remote interfaces standard for ATE integration and bench automation The B&K Precision 9830B Series is a family of programmable AC power sources housed in a 3U form factor, providing AC, DC, and AC+DC output capability for compliance testing, power line disturbance simulation, and end-product evaluation. The series consists of the 9832B at 2000 VA and the 9833B at 3000 VA per unit. Both models offer selectable low and high voltage ranges up to 300 V rms (AC) or ±424 V DC, with single-phase frequency operation from 45 Hz to 1.2 kHz.Per the datasheet, the 9830B Series is applied to pre-compliance testing, simulation of grid faults, voltage sags, frequency disturbances, and phase disturbances per IEC 61000-4-11/14/28/34, electromagnetic compatibility testing per IEC 61000-3-2, consumer electronics and appliance evaluation, industrial controls, avionics, and evaluation of transformers, TRIACs, SCRs, and passive components. The high output current crest factor and low input resistance support high inrush current measurements when evaluating capacitive or inductive loads.Brand HeritageB&K Precision is headquartered in Yorba Linda, California, with international operations including Sefram (St. Etienne, France) as its European subsidiary, B+K Precision Taiwan (Taipei), and B&K Brasil (Sao Paolo). The company has been providing test and measurement instruments for more than 60 years and operates an ISO 9001:2015 quality management system (certification body NSF-ISR, certificate number 6Z241-IS8).Compare Other Models in This SeriesThe 9830B Series consists of two single-phase programmable AC power sources that share the same form factor, control interface, waveform generation capabilities, measurement set, and remote interface options. The two models differ in maximum output power and rated output current.Both models offer the same selectable voltage ranges (0–150 V and 0–300 V AC rms, 0–±212 V and 0–±424 V DC), the same single-phase frequency range of 45 Hz to 1.2 kHz, the same 3-phase frequency range of 45 Hz to 600 Hz when configured as a multi-unit system, and the same THD, transient response, and protection specifications. Selection between the 9832B and 9833B is driven by the VA and current required by the load.Each new model in this comparison is its own dedicated product page with condition-matched pricing. Specifications and accessory options on this page apply to both 9830B Series configurations; pricing, availability, and accessory bundling are confirmed on the per-model quote.The 9832B is rated at 2000 VA maximum output power. Its rated current is 20 A rms on the 0–150 V range and 10 A rms on the 0–300 V range, with peak current of 65 A (100 Hz) on the low range and 32.5 A (100 Hz) on the high range. DC output is rated 1000 W with 10 A on the low range and 5 A on the high range. The 9832B draws up to 13.2 A at 2500 VA from its AC input.The 9833B is rated at 3000 VA maximum output power. Its rated current is 30 A rms on the 0–150 V range and 15 A rms on the 0–300 V range, with peak current of 97.5 A (100 Hz) on the low range and 48.75 A (100 Hz) on the high range. DC output is rated 1500 W with 15 A on the low range and 7.5 A on the high range. The 9833B draws up to 20 A at 3800 VA from its AC input. Model Max AC Power Max DC Power Max AC Voltage 9833B 3000 VA 1500 W 300 V (rms) 9832B 2000 VA 1000 W 300 V (rms) Additional differences in specifications beyond the few shown above are not listed here — see each model's full specifications below.Accessories Supplied AC power cord with input connector Test report Certificate of calibration Product Core & Specifications Category Specification 9832B 9833B AC Output Output Phase — Single Maximum Power — 2000 VA 3000 VA Voltage Range (rms) Low 0 to 150 V > High 0 to 300 V Current (rms) Low 20 A 30 A High 10 A 15 A Current (peak) Low 65 A (< 100 Hz); 50 A (> 100 Hz) 97.5 A (< 100 Hz); 75 A (> 100 Hz) High 32.5 A (< 100 Hz); 25 A (> 100 Hz) 48.75 A (< 100 Hz); 37.5 A (> 100 Hz) Frequency Range Single phase 45 Hz to 1.2 kHz 3-Phase 45 Hz to 600 Hz Phase Range — 0 to 359.7° Total Harmonic Distortion 45 Hz to 400 Hz 0.5 % > 400 Hz to 1 kHz 1 % > 1 k to 1.2 kHz 2 % Line Regulation — 0.1 % Load Regulation — 0.1 % Temp. Coefficient — 0.2 % per °C Crest Factor 45 Hz to 100 Hz 3.25 100 Hz to 1.2 kHz 2.5 Efficiency — 80 % (typical) DC Output Maximum Power — 1000 W 1500 W Voltage Range Low 0 to ± 212 V High 0 to ± 424 V Current Low 10 A 15 A High 5 A 7.5 A Ripple and Noise (20 Hz to 20 MHz) — ≤ 300 mVrms / ≤ 3 Vpp Output Characteristics Transient Response Time — 1.5 ms (typical) Output Impedance — ≤ 1 Ω Programming Resolution Voltage 0.1 V Phase 0.1° Frequency 0.01 Hz (< 100 Hz), 0.1 Hz (> 100 Hz) Accuracy Voltage AC 0.2 % + 0.2 % F.S. Voltage DC 0.2 % + 0.4 % F.S. Phase 0.15 % Frequency ± 1 % (45 Hz to 100 Hz) Measurement Resolution Voltage 0.1 V Current 0.01 A Power 0.01 W Frequency 0.01 Hz (< 100 Hz); 0.1 Hz (> 100 Hz) Accuracy Voltage AC 0.25 % + 0.25 % F.S. DC 0.25 % + 0.5 % F.S. Accuracy Current AC 0.25 % + 0.375 % F.S. (rms); 0.4 % + 0.75 % F.S. (Peak) 0.25 % + 0.25 % F.S. (rms); 0.25 % + 0.5 % F.S. (Peak) DC 0.25 % + 3 % F.S. 0.25 % + 2 % F.S. Accuracy Power — 1 % of F.S. for frequency ≤ 500 Hz; 2 % of F.S. for frequency > 500 Hz Accuracy Frequency — 0.5 % AC Input Voltage — 190 V to 250 V Frequency — 47 Hz to 63 Hz Maximum Power — 2500 VA 3800 VA Maximum Current — 13.2 A 20 A Power Factor — 0.98 (typical) General Analog BNC Input Input Voltage Range 0 to ± 12.5 V Important: Maximum voltage is limited to 310 Vrms and ±438 Vdc, and 3-phase mode is not supported at the upper voltage limit. Analog programming via the digital I/O connector is not available in 3-phase operation.Important: The maximum voltage is limited to 310 Vrms and ± 438 Vdc; 3-Phase mode is not supported at the limited maximum.Important: All specifications apply to the unit after a temperature stabilization time of 15 minutes over an ambient temperature range of 23 °C ± 5 °C.Important: Total Harmonic Distortion specifications apply at greater than 66% to full range.Important: Line and Load Regulation specifications apply in AC mode with sine wave and remote sense enabled.Important: Efficiency is measured at 150 VAC (150 V range) and 300 VAC (300 V range) with nominal input AC voltage.Important: The analog programming pin is available on the digital I/O connector and is not available in 3-Phase operation.Important: 3-Phase operation requires three units of the same model and the optional TL983P-KIT 3-Phase kit (adapters and RJ45 cables); the kit is sold separately.Recommended pairing: the optional TL983P-KIT 3-phase kit (three TL983P sync adapters plus two RJ45 cables) is required to operate three 9830B Series units in a 3-phase master/slave configuration.Please review the Manufacturer's Data Sheet to verify published specifications. 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