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567 Time Amplitude Converter/SCA

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567 Time Amplitude Converter/SCA

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Brief description:Suitable for time spectrum analysis in the range of 10ns to 2ms including SCA

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ORTEC 567 Time to Amplitude Converter TAC and Single Channel Analyzer SCA
  • Suitable for time spectrum analysis in the range of 10 ns to 2 ms
  • Includes SCA to set time windows for compliance experiments
  • Valid startup and valid conversion output
  • Optional output delay and width
  • Output synchronized with stop or external strobe signal
  • Can reject unwanted start or stop input signals
  • Positive and negative input signals

The ORTEC Model 567 Time Amplitude Converter/Single Channel Analyzer (TAC/SCA) measures the time interval between start and stop input pulses, generates an analog output pulse proportional to the measurement time, and provides built-in analysis of single channel analog signals. The unit requires no additional gating modules and can complete timed experiments requiring time ranges from 10 ns to 2 ms via single-channel analysis, providing the experimenter with maximum flexibility in analyzing random events that occur within a selected time range.
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    Independent gating (anti-coincident or coincident) of the start and stop inputs eliminates unwanted events from the time spectrum via externally applied energy or timing constraints. The Model 567 also has a built-in SCA inhibit feature, which means that the TAC output is only available when the output pulse falls within the window limits imposed by the SCA. This feature can be switched on or off via a convenient front panel switch.

    In addition to the start and stop input strobe functions, the Model 567 provides a pulse or DC level reset/inhibit signal through the front panel input connector. The reset/inhibit input signal terminates the conversion cycle and maintains the reset condition, inhibiting further TAC conversions for the duration of the reset/inhibit pulse. The TAC output pulse that is in progress when the reset/disable input is received will complete before initiating a converter reset.

    A valid start and a valid transition output will be provided for each accepted start and stop input, respectively. The duration of the active start output represents the time interval from the accepted start to the end of reset. A valid transition occurs between the end of the internal delay after stop and the end of reset.

    Selectable TAC output width and variable delay (easily adjustable) add to the flexibility of the Model 567. The TAC's output can be synchronized to a stop signal or an external strobe signal, further enhancing its versatility.

    The single-channel analyzer portion of the Model 567 allows the experimenter to set very precise time limits for timing spectra. SCA operates in windowed mode, where the high-level discriminator settings are added to the low-level discriminator settings. The SCA output pulse width is equal to the time from occurrence of the TAC output to the end of the reset pulse or to the end of the TAC output. Synchronization of the SCA output with the stop input virtually eliminates any timing wandering in the SCA output.

    All 567 model inputs are selectable via printed circuit board (PWB) jumpers and accept positive and negative NIM standard signals. All inputs and outputs are DC coupled, so changing the input count rate will not interfere with normal operation of the Model 567. The TAC output should be connected to the DC-coupled input of a multichannel analyzer (MCA) for optimal high count rate performance.

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    Performance

    time amplitude converter

    time resolution

    For all ranges,FWHM≤full scale0.01% plus5 ps。

    temperature instability

    ≤± of full scale0.01%/°C(±100 ppm/°C) or10 ps/°C(whichever is greater),0to50°C。

    differential nonlinearity

    from10 nsor full scale2% (whichever is greater) to full scale100%, usually<1%。

    integral nonlinearity

    from10 nsor full scale2% (whichever is greater) to full scale100%,≤±0.1%。

    reset cycle

    forX1andX10multiple, fixed to1.0 μs, forX100multiple, fixed to5 μs, forX1KandX10Kmultiple, fixed to50 μs. Occurs after an overrange, strobe cycle, or external strobe reset cycle.

    start to stop transition time

    min≤5 ns。


    Single channel analyzer

    threshold instability

    ≤± of full scale0.01%/°C(±100 ppm/°C),0to50°C(reference+12 V NIMpower box).

    threshold nonlinearity

    ≤± of full scale0.5%。


    control(front panel)

    range(ns)

    Three-position rotary switch selects between accepted start and stop input signals50、100or200 nsfull-scale time interval.

    multiple

    The five-position rotary switch allows1、10、100、1Kor10KMultiply factors to extend the time range.

    delay

    20The potentiometer can be adjusted with a screwdriverTACandSCAThe output is delayed from receiving the stop input signal with respect to0.5 μsChange to10.5 μs;Only available inIntOperates in strobe mode.

    Gating mode

    Two-position locking toggle switch selects internal or external source for initiating gating cycle fromTACandSCAOutput strobe valid information.

    Start gate mode

    A two-position locking toggle switch selects coincident or anti-coincident operating modes for the starter circuit. During the interval between start gate input signals, the start circuitCoinclocation is enabled or inAntiLocation is disabled.

    stop door mode

    A two-position locking toggle switch selects coincident or anti-coincident operating modes for the stop circuit. During the interval of the stop gate input signal, the stop circuit is inCoinclocation is enabled or inAntiLocation is disabled.

    SCAwindow (ΔT)

    10circle precision locking potentiometer can operate at a level higher than low (T) set0.05 Vto10.05 VSet within rangeSCAHigh level discriminator threshold.

    SCAlow level (T)

    10Circle precision locking potentiometers are available in0.05 Vto10.05 VSet within rangeSCALow level discriminator threshold

    TACprohibited

    Two-position locking toggle switch. In the inhibit position, only when the output amplitude is withinSCAwithin the window,TACoutput is available. inOutlocation,SCAYesTACThe output has no effect.


    control(rear panel)

    ExtGate reset

    if not receivedExtstrobe signal, the two-position locking toggle switch can nominally10 μsor100 μsinternal reset converter.


    Input
    All six front panel inputs listed below are DC coupled, edge triggered, and have printed circuit board options (PWB) jumper to accept negative or positiveNIMStandard signal. When the input impedance is in the negative position, it is50 Ω, when in the positive position>1 kΩ. The nominal threshold in the negative position is-400 mV, when in the positive position, it is+2 V。

    Gating

    provides a way toExtIn strobe mode fromTACExternal method of gating a valid output signal. after stopping typingExtAn input signal exceeding the threshold within the gated reset interval will activate the linear gate toTACThe read cycle of the output. Factory setting is in the positive input position.ExtThe minimum gated reset interval is approximately0.5 μs, the nominal value is10 μsor100 μs, selectable using the switch on the rear panel.

    start

    When the start input signal exceeds the threshold, a time transition is initiated. Factory setting is in the negative input position.

    stop

    When the stop input signal exceeds the threshold, the time conversion is terminated. Factory setting is in the negative input position.

    reset/prohibited

    terminates the conversion cycle and maintains the reset condition, either during the reset cycle or the reset/During the inhibit pulse period, furtherTACconversion, whichever is longer. in reset/Inhibit signal is in progressTACThe output pulse will complete before initiating a converter reset. Factory setting is in the positive input position.

    start gate

    Provides an external method of strobing the start circuit in coincidence or anti-coincidence with the start input signal. The start gate input signal must cross the threshold ≥ before the start input signal10 nsAnd overlaps with the trigger edge of the signal. Factory setting is in the positive input position.

    stop gate

    Provides an external method of strobing the stop circuit in response to or against the stop input signal. The stop gate input signal must cross the threshold ≥ before the stop input signal10 nsAnd overlaps with the trigger edge of the signal. Factory setting is in the positive input position.


    Output

    TAC

    Front and rear panelsBNCThe connector provides unipolar pulses.

    • Amplitude 0to+10 V, and start/Stop input time difference is proportional.
    • time inIntThe delay period in strobe mode ends; inExtTimely gate input in gate mode. Width PassablePWBpotentiometer from1 μsto3 μsMake adjustments.
    • impedance front panelZo <10Ω; rear panel93Ω。
    • rise time ~250 ns。
    • Fall time ~250 ns。

    effective start

    rear panelBNCConnector providedNIMStandard slow positive logic level signal.

    • Amplitude nominal+5 V. PassablePWBJumpers select the compensation signal.
    • time and width From accepted start input to end of reset.
    • impedance Zo <10 Ω。
    • rise time ≤50 ns。
    • Fall time ≤50 ns。

    validConv

    rear panelBNCConnector providedNIMStandard slow positive logic level signal to indicate valid transitions.

    • Amplitude nominal+5 V. PassablePWBJumpers select the compensation signal.
    • time and width From the end of the internal delay after stop to the end of reset.
    • impedance Zo ≤10 Ω。
    • rise time ≤50 ns。
    • Fall time ≤50 ns。

    SCA

    Front and rear panel connectors are providedNIMStandard slow positive logic level signal.

    • Amplitude nominal+5 V. PassablePWBJumpers select the compensation signal.
    • time and width fromTACLinear output starts until reset ends or linear output ends,PWBOptional. Factory settings at the end of reset.
    • impedance Zo ≤10 Ω。
    • rise time ≤50 ns。
    • Fall time ≤50 ns。


    electrical and mechanical

    Required power supply

    +24 V, 95 mA; +12 V, 210 mA; -24 V, 165 mA; –12 V, 330 mA。

    weight

    Net weight 1.4Kilogram (3pounds). Shipping weight 3.2Kilogram (7pounds).

    Size

    NIMStandard double wide module,6.90 X 22.13cm (2.70 X 8.714inches), consistent withDOE/ER-0457Trequirements.


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    567

    time amplitude converter/SCA

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