CH2

The CH2 

• Packs up to 800 test points in a scanner chassis that measures 17" x 17" x 6" and weighs 40 lbs.
• Each scanner chassis is comprised of up to five 160 point scanner boxes.
• Tests up to 20,000 points at voltages of 1500 VDC and 1000 VAC.
• Ideal portable, bench-top tester for small applications.
• Easily rack mounted for larger applications.

Fast

• Combines two-relay-per-point architecture with our lightning-fast algorithms for fast low and high voltage testing.
• Quick and easy to program and test, helping you increase productivity.
• Provides rapid feedback on errors.

Easy to Use 

• Fast learning curve and utilizes Easy Wire, our Windows-based software.
• Can self-learn from a sample assembly, import a wire-list or create and edit your own test programs. It is easy to set up and use that there is no need for costly set-up fees or extensive in-house training.

I/O Control

• Built in digital I/O, with 8 programmable inputs and 8 outputs, allows you to drive external hardware such as
• Marking/stamping machines,
• Fixture locks,
• Pushback modules, and
• Energizing relays.

SPC Data Collection/Custom Reporting

• Easy-Wire software provides full SPC data collection.
• Along with pass/fail results you can save actual measured values for each assembly tested.
• Collect test results by operator, test station or product.
• Custom Reporting feature allows you to customize any standard test report.

Zero Defect Guided Assembly Aid 

• Can be used as a step-by-step wire harness guided assembly aid.
• Random or sequential build modes guide the operator through the assembly, testing each wire as it is added.

Security

• Set up password-protected security levels for each operator to limit access to system features.

Multiple Resistance/Voltage Values per Wire

• Set different resistance thresholds and test voltages on a wire by wire basis, allowing for greater flexibility of testing.

Online Help

• Online help system offers step-by-step instructions or context sensitive help.
• Get instant help by clicking on any part of the user interface or bring up any topic alphabetically.

Easy Calibration

• To support your ISO 9000 certification requirements, Cirris offers a Performance Check Kit.
• This kit enables in-house calibration to the same specifications as the manufacturer.

Specifications

Download CH2 Specifications

CH2 Tester Options

• CH2 XHV - 1500VAC Test System
  

  The new CH2 xHV Option allows you to set a DWV current leakage threshold of up to 5mA (real) and 22mA (total) current. When used with xHV scanners you can now test up to 1500VAC. The extended leakage current settings allow you to test assemblies with higher capacitance. Cable capacitance increases with length, so this means you can now test much longer cables than was possible before with the CH2 tester.

• CH2 - Energization Box
  

  External power energization is now available for the easywire CH2 Tester. The CH2 Energization Unit (E Box) is a separate test box (see top box to left) with 160 to 800 energization points. These points are not used as test points but to energize lamps, LEDs, relays or other devices needing external power. The E-Box unit is connected to a CH2 test system using the same cable as a standard expansion box. With special Actuate and Energize commands now added to our easywire software you are able to design your test to accommodate a wide variety of external power needs. Energization Points: 160 - 800 Points (in 160 pt. increments) Max Current: 2 AMP Power Supply Voltages: 5, 12, 15, 24 & 48 Volts. Programmable Power Supply: Agilent E3645A 0-60 Volts. Interfacing to E-Unit: Standard AC61-KF cabling Each CH2 E-Box Unit has a power supply port on the back of the box where you plug in your selected power supply. Cirris offers 5 different static voltage level power supplies to fit your specific needs; IE: 5, 12, 15, 24, 28 and 48 volts respectively. New! Cirris has developed a software/hardware interface that will allow the use of a Optional Programmable Power Supply. This optional feature would allow the user to program his test files with voltages from 0-60 volts. The voltages could be adjusted to multiple values within one test program. The programmable supply that we developed this feature on is the Agilent E3645A. For additional information on the (E-Unit) we recommend that you view the Energization Demo presentation linked to from this page. (see above) If more detailed information is required we suggest you download and read the following PDFs.

  • General Guidelines for Testing Relays
  • Using the CH2 to test relays
    http://www.cirris.com/hipot/tester/ch2-relays.html
  Energization Specifications:
  • Energization Points: 160 - 800 Points (in 160 pt. increments)
  • Max Current: 2 AMPs
  • Fixed Voltage Supplies: 5, 12, 15, 24 & 48 Volts.
  • Agilent Variable Supply: 0 to 60 Volts.
  • Interfacing to E-Unit: Standard AC61-KF cabling
• CH2 Custom Instructions
  

  The Custom Instructions is an add-in set of test instructions that can be used with the CH2 in order to expand the capability of the tester. With custom instructions you can integrate external meters, such as a Keithley 24xx series source meters or Agilent 344xx series DMMs to make high accuracy measurements using those instruments. You can integrate a variable power supply when using the Energization Module, allowing you to select different voltages for different applications in the same test program. Custom Instructions open up a whole new world of applications using the CH2 tester.

  • Test: Transzorbs, Zener Diodes, Gas Discharge Tubes etc.
  • Test Relays: Single Coil, Multi Coil, Pull-in-voltages, Drop-out-voltages etc.
  • Test Light/Indicators: Single Lamp to 60V, Multi Lamps up to 60V
  • Test Leakage Current: Diodes, Transistors, MOSFET's, Integrated Circuits, etc.
  • Highly Accurate Voltage or Current Measurements: With integrated Keithley 2400 series meter.
• CH2 Adapter Panel System
  

  The adapter panel mounts directly to the front of the CH2 tester and allows you to quickly and easily adapt from the 32 pin Eurodin style connectors on the front of the tester to mating connectors of your choice. Adapter Panel Page

Accessories

Adapters

Current Software download Version: 2012.2.0

easy-wire Server Software for CH2, CR, CH+ testers-Vers 2012.4 (Nov 19, 2012

CH2 Documentation