Description
TC-5915APU Pneumatic Shield Box Key Benefits
- Reliable High RF Shielding for testing products up to 12 GHz with “U” Version
- Pneumatic control of lid open-close and optional test fixture motion
- Easily customizable to meet various testing needs
- Red and Green LED’s for Pass/Fail indication
- EMI filters on all data ports and power line
- Remote operation by RS-232C
The upgraded TESCOM TC-5915APU Pneumatic Shield Box, an evolution of the well-loved TC-5915AP model. The latest “U” version takes RF shielding capabilities to new heights, now reaching up to 12GHz. While retaining the essential features that the testing industry values in the TC5915AP Shield Box, this new iteration excels in shielding performance, catering to the increasing demands of high-frequency testing in wireless technology.
Designed specifically with OTA (Over-the-Air) testing in mind, this Faraday cage boasts interior walls lined with highly absorbent RF Absorber, reinforced with a layer of ferrite absorber. This meticulous design significantly reduces reflections, ensuring an optimal environment for conducting OTA tests. To fashion the ultimate OTA testing solution for your handheld Device-Under-Test (DUT), simply enhance it with one of our grid fixtures and antenna couplers within the TC-5915APU Pneumatic RF Shield Box.
Alternatively, if you prefer a custom test fixture tailored specifically for your DUT, don’t hesitate to inquire about our custom design services.
But what exactly does OTA testing entail, and how is it performed? To execute an OTA test, you must precisely position the DUT inside a dedicated test chamber, such as our TC5915AU RF Shield Box. This chamber plays a vital role in isolating the DUT from external interference.
Several factors can impact the reliability and performance of OTA testing, including reflections leading to multipath conditions and interference from the surrounding environment. To combat these challenges, we’ve incorporated RF absorber into the interior walls of the shield box. This RF absorber plays a pivotal role in minimizing reflections, working in harmony with the shield box to create an impeccable testing environment for your DUT.
Specifications
Pneumatic RF Shield Box TC-5915APU Specifications
- Shielding Effectiveness : > 70dB, from DC to 2.5GHz, including M591502B
- Data line capacity : 100 VDC, 3 Amps max
- Remote control : RS-232C, 3 wire, DB9(p)
- Input air pressure : 5 bar to 10 bar
- Air Connections
- Main air connector : 6mm OD hose, one-touch push-on fitting
- Fixture control air connector : 4mm OD hose, one-touch push-on fitting
- Dimensions
- Inner Dimension : 220(W) x 280(D) x 170(H) mm
- Outer Dimension : 413(W) x 430(D) x 268(H) mm, lid closed; 372(H) mm, lid open
- Weight : approx. 9 kg
SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
Typical RF Shielding
Typical RF Shielding
It is measured including the blank panel module, without cable. The shielding effectiveness can be different depend on the data connector in the module.
- 100 to 3000 MHz > 70 dB
- 3000 to 6000 MHz > 60 dB
- 6 to 12 GHz > 60 dB
***Isolation example above is based on I/O configuration as specified above. Isolation may be higher or lower based on specific I/O configuration installed.
Custom Configurations
TC Manual RF Shield Box Custom I/O Interface Panel
Customized I/O Interface panels are available. Please contact the CTS sales team for more information
| I/O Interface | Order Number | Typical Data Rate/Line Voltage | Typical Shielding* |
DB37, 1000pF pi Filter | 3409-0012-1 | 3 Mbps / 100 VDC,
5 Amps max | >70 dB from 0.5 to 2 GHz
>80 dB from 2 to 3 GHz
>70 dB from 3 to 6 GHz |
DB25, 1000pF pi Filter | 3409-0009-1 | 3 Mbps / 100 VDC,
5 Amps max | >70 dB from 0.5 to 2 GHz
>80 dB from 2 to 3 GHz
>70 dB from 3 to 6 GHz |
DB25, 100pF pi Filter | 3409-0014-1 | 10 Mbps / 100 VDC,
5 Amps max | >50 dB from 0.5 to 2 GHz
>60 dB from 2 to 3 GHz
>60 dB from 3 to 6 GHz |
DB9, 1000pF pi Filter | 3409-0008-1 | 3 Mbps / 100 VDC,
5 Amps max | >70 dB from 0.5 to 2 GHz
>80 dB from 2 to 3 GHz
>70 dB from 3 to 6 GHz |
DB9, 100pF pi Filter | 3409-0010-1 | 10 Mbps / 100 VDC,
5 Amps max | >50 dB from 0.5 to 2 GHz
>60 dB from 2 to 3 GHz
>60 dB from 3 to 6 GHz |
USB 2.0 Filter | 3409-0018A-3 | 480 Mbps / 5 V, 500 mA /
Max Current: 5A | >60 dB from 0.5 to 2 GHz
>70 dB from 2 to 3 GHz
>70 dB from 3 to 6 GHz |
USB 3.0 Filter(Active) | 3409-0042A-1 | 5000 Mbps / 5 V, 900 mA /
Max Current: 1.5 A | >70 dB from 0.5 to 2 GHz
>70 dB from 2 to 3 GHz
>55 dB from 3 to 6 GHz |
RJ-45 Filter | 3409-0022A | 1 Gbit/s Copper-Line
Ethernet (1000 BASE-T) | >60 dB from 0.5 to 2 GHz
>70 dB from 2 to 3 GHz
>70 dB from 3 to 6 GHz |
DC Power Adaptor | 3406-0004A | 50 VDC,
3 Amps max | >70 dB from 0.5 to 2 GHz
>80 dB from 2 to 3 GHz
>80 dB from 3 to 6 GHz |
DC Power Adaptor,
Banana Jack Type | 3406-0005A
3406-0006A | 50 VDC,
10 Amps max | >70 dB from 0.5 to 2 GHz
>80 dB from 2 to 3 GHz
>80 dB from 3 to 6 GHz |
AC Power Adaptor | 3103-0009A | 250 VAC,
7 Amps max | >70 dB from 0.5 to 2 GHz
>80 dB from 2 to 3 GHz
>80 dB from 3 to 6 GHz |
RF, N-SMA Connector | 3408-0038 | | >60 dB from 0.5 to 2 GHz
>70 dB from 2 to 3 GHz
>70 dB from 3 to 6 GHz |
RF, SMA-SMA Connector | 3408-0039 | | >60 dB from 0.5 to 2 GHz
>70 dB from 2 to 3 GHz
>70 dB from 3 to 6 GHz |
*SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
- Each shielding effectiveness is measured when each I/O interface panel, which is shown above, is mounted.
- Above data was measured by Tescom, The Shielding Effectiveness might be different based on the measuring method and condition.
- This data has been measured under the condition that the cables are not connected to each filters. When the cables are connected it can affect the shielding performance.
