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CALIBRATION STANDARDS SPECIFICATION

PROCUREMENT PACKAGE

PANEL METER CALIBRATOR

DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY

METROLOGY AND CALIBRATION PROGRAM

CSS 21-3168

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OPERATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. OTHER REQUESTS FOR THIS DOCUMENT SHALL BE REFERRED TO

MEASUREMENT SCIENCE DIRECTORATE, NAVAL SURFACE WARFARE CENTER, CORONA DIVISION, P.O.

BOX 5000, CORONA

A, CA, 91718-5000.

MARCH 2023

CALIBRATION STANDARDS SPECIFICATION

PROCUREMENT PACKAGE

PANEL METER CALIBRATOR

Prepared by:

Ignacio Espinosa

Project Engineer

Microwave/Electro-Optics Standards (MS 32)

Measurement Science Department

Naval Surface Warfare Center, Corona Division

P.O. Box 5000

Corona, CA 91718-5000

DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY

METROLOGY AND CALIBRATION PROGRAM

PANEL METER CALIBRATOR CALIBRATION STANDARD SPECIFICATION CSS 21-3168

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Table of Contents

NOTE:

1.0 SCOPE

1.1 General

1.2 Usage

1.3 Classification

1.3.1 Class

1.3.2 Enclosure

1.3.3 Color

2.0 APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

2.1 Reference documents

2.2 Order of precedence

3.0 REQUIREMENTS

3.1 Safety

3.2 Equipment components

3.2.1 Finish

3.2.2 Interchangeability

3.2.3 Restricted materials

3.2.3.1 Material restricted for Navy use

3.2.3.2 Other restricted materials and gases

3.2.3.2.1 Organic materials

3.2.3.2.2 Flammable materials

3.2.3.2.3 Explosive materials

3.2.3.2.4 Carcinogens

3.2.3.2.5 Helium

3.2.3.3 Combination of materials

3.3 Design and construction

3.3.1 Operator adjustments and controls

3.3.1.1 Operator adjustments

3.3.1.2 Operator controls

3.3.2 Connectors, electric

3.3.3 Wiring, internal

3.3.4 Internal cooling

3.3.4.1 Cooling devices

3.3.5 Front panel display indicators

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3.3.6 Self-test capability

3.4 Digital interface

3.4.1 Digital interface requirements

3.5 Electrical power sources and connections

3.5.1 Electrical power source

3.5.1.1 Power consumption

3.5.1.2 Nominal and alternate power source

3.5.1.2.1 Steady-state conditions

3.5.1.2.2 Transient-state conditions

3.5.1.2.3 Interruption of power source

3.5.1.2.4 Battery restrictions

3.5.1.2.5 Lithium batteries

3.5.2 Electrical power connections

3.5.2.1 Input power cable

3.5.2.2 Input power switch

3.5.2.3 Excessive current drain protection

3.5.2.4 Indicators

3.6 Enclosure physical characteristics

3.6.1 Dimensions

3.6.2 Weight

3.6.3 Mechanical stability

3.6.3.1 Enclosure attitude

3.6.4 Enclosure requirements

3.6.4.1 Cover

3.6.4.2 Latches

3.6.4.3 Stacking provisions

3.6.4.4 Handles

3.6.4.5 Accessory stowage

3.6.4.6 Corners

3.6.4.7 Connections and controls

3.6.4.8 Chassis fasteners

3.6.4.9 Pressure equalizing valve

3.7 Marking and identification

3.7.1 Marking

3.7.1.1 Reference designations

3.7.1.2 Warning markings

3.7.1.3 Battery warning label

3.7.1.4 Panel markings and processes

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3.7.2 Equipment identification

3.7.2.1 Identification plate

3.7.2.1.1 Identification plate, multiple case

3.7.2.1.2 Identification plate, transit case

3.7.2.1.3 Identification plate, material

3.7.2.1.4 Identification plate, marking

3.7.2.2 Reusable pouch or container

3.7.2.3 Item unique identification (IUID)

3.8 Environmental requirements

3.8.1 Warm-up

3.8.2 Temperature and humidity

3.8.2.1 Temperature not operating

3.8.2.2 Temperature operating

3.8.2.3 Humidity

3.8.3 Altitude

3.8.4 Vibration

3.8.5 Bench handling

3.8.6 Water resistance

3.8.7 Fungus resistance

3.8.8 Salt atmosphere

3.8.9 Dust exposure

3.8.10 Acoustic noise

3.9 EMC

3.10 Performance requirements

3.10.1 DC Voltage

3.10.1.1 Accuracy

3.10.1.2 Short-term stability

3.10.2 AC Voltage

3.10.2.1 Accuracy

3.10.2.2 Current burden and distortion

3.10.3 DC Current

3.10.3.1 Accuracy

3.10.4 AC Current

3.10.4.1 Accuracy

3.10.5 Frequency

3.10.5.1 Accuracy

3.10.6 AC Power/VARS

3.10.6.1 Accuracy

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3.10.6.2 Phase (Power Factor)

3.10.7 Synchroscope output

3.10.8 Reverse voltage protection

3.10.9 Accessories

3.10.9.1 Accessory case

3.10.9.2 Hand held unit

3.10.9.2.1 Hand held unit cable

3.10.9.3 Main current cable

3.10.9.4 Main voltage cable

3.10.9.5 Aux voltage cable

3.11 Maintainability/Usability

3.11.1 Preventive maintenance

3.11.2 Ancillary/Accessory items

3.11.2.1 Ancillary/Accessory item stowage

3.11.3 Special hardware/Software/Licenses requirements

3.11.4 Licensing

3.11.5 Maintenance provisions

3.11.6 Repair

3.11.6.1 Interchangeability

3.11.7 Firmware/Software Updates

3.12 Calibration

3.12.1 Calibration Test Process

3.12.2 Calibration certificate

3.12.3 Test Label

3.12.4 Calibration interval

3.13 Reliability

3.14 Warranty label

3.15 Technical manuals

3.15.1 Copyright release

3.15.2 Style and format, technical manuals

3.15.3 Content, Technical Manuals

3.15.3.1 Safety, technical manual section

3.15.3.2 Use and installation, technical manual section

3.15.3.3 Calibration, maintenance, and servicing, technical manual section

3.15.3.3.1 Battery information

3.15.3.3.2 Cleaning maintenance

3.15.3.3.3 Part replacement information

3.15.3.3.4 Equipment repackaging instructions

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3.15.4 Storage

3.15.5 Symbols

3.16 Workmanship

NOTE:

For purpose of this CSS, calibration refers to the process of comparing a test instrument with a calibration standard to determine the indicated error at specified test points. Alignment refers to the process of characterizing and adjusting a test instrument to cause it to indicate within its specified accuracy limits.

1.0 SCOPE

1.1 General. This document specifies the minimum requirements for a Panel Meter Calibrator. This equipment may be of commercial design. It is intended to be used by Navy personnel in shipboard and shore-based laboratories and for on-site, in-place calibration. The equipment will be a “ruggedized” portable instrument primarily used for in-place calibrations of a wide variety of panel meters. For the purpose of this calibration standards specification (CSS), the Panel Meter Calibrator shall be referred to as the PMC.

1.2 Usage. Equipment covered by this CSS is intended for use in testing equipment and systems in the worldwide natural and controlled environments in which Military equipment is operated. Equipment will also be subjected to operational conditions aboard land, sea and air vehicles, both military and commercial during periods of operation, transportation and storage. The requirements of this CSS are tailored to the intended use of the equipment. Specific requirements of MIL-PRF-28800F, as identified in this CSS, are invoked according to the class of equipment.

1.3 Classification. Test equipment specified herein is categorized by class, (requirements arising from the intended operational environment), as specified below in 1.3.1 Class through 1.3.3 Color. The class is assigned by the most severe environmental condition expected for the equipment.

1.3.1 Class. The PMC shall conform to Class 3 requirements in accordance with MIL- PRF-28800F for Navy shipboard and shore-based laboratory use as specified in this CSS.

1.3.2 Enclosure. For the purpose of this CSS, the enclosure refers to the case for each individual major component. The enclosure provides protection for the individual system component during storage, handling, and use.

1.3.3 Color. The color of the equipment and the transit cases shall be the color normally provided by the manufacturer but shall not be green, magenta, or red.

2.0 APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

2.1 Reference documents. The following documents form a part of this specification to the extent specified herein. Unless otherwise indicated, the issues of these documents shall be those in effect on the date of this solicitation.

DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE SPECIFICATIONS

MIL-PRF-28800F - Test Equipment for use with Electrical and Electronic Equipment, General Specification for

(Copies of DoD specifications are available online at http://assist.daps.dla.mil/quicksearch/ or from the Standardization Document Order Desk, 700 Robbins Avenue, Building 4D, Philadelphia, PA 19111-5094.)

DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE STANDARDS

MIL-STD-130 - Standard Practice of Identification Marking of U.S. Military Property

(Copies of DoD Standards are available online at http://assist.daps.dla.mil/quicksearch/ or from the Standardization Document Order Desk, 700 Robbins Avenue, Building 4D, Philadelphia, PA 19111-5094.)

AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARDS INSTITUTE (ANSI)

ANSI/ISA S82.02.01-1999 - Electric and Electronic Test, Measuring, Controlling, and Related Equipment:

General Requirements

ANSI-Y32.2 - Graphic Symbols For Electrical and Electronic Diagrams

ANSI-Y32.16 - Standard Reference Designations for Electrical and Electronics Parts and Equipment

(Copies of ANSI documents are available from http://webstore.ansi.org/ or ANSI Attn:

Customer Service Department, 25 W 43rd Street, 4th Floor, New York, NY, 10036

INTERNATIONAL ELECTROTECHNICAL COMMISSION (IEC)

IEC/IEEE 60488-2 - Standard Digital Interface for Programmable Instrumentation

IEC 61010-1 - Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control and Laboratory Use (General Requirements)

(Copies of IEC documents are available online at http://www.iec.ch/ or EC publications are available in the US from the Sales Department. American National Standards Institute, 11 West 42nd Street,113 Floor, New York, NY 10036, USA.)

http://webstore.ansi.org/ http://www.iec.ch/

INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR STANDARDIZATION (ISO)

ISO 7779 - Measurement of Airborne Noise Emitted by Information Technology and Telecommunications Equipment

(Copies of ISO documents are available online at http://www.iso.org/iso/home.html or International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 1, ch. de la Voie-Creuse, Case postale 56, CH-1211 Geneva 20, Switzerland)

STANDARD COMMANDS FOR PROGRAMMABLE INSTRUMENTS (SCPI)

CONSORTIUM

SCPI Volume I -1999 - Standard Commands for Programmable Instruments (SCPI)

(Copies of SCPI documents are available online at http://www.ivifoundation.org or IVI Foundation Corporate Office, PO Box 1016, Niwot, CO 80544-1016.)

DOCUMENT MANAGEMENT

ISO/IEC 32000-1:2008 - Portable Document Format (PDF)

(Copies of ISO/IEC 32000-1:2008 are available at: https://www.iso.org/standard/51502.html)

2.2 Order of precedence. In the event of conflict between the text of this CSS and the references cited herein, the text of this specification shall take precedence.

Nothing in this CSS, however, supersedes applicable laws and regulations unless a specific exemption has been obtained.

3.0 REQUIREMENTS

3.1 Safety. The equipment shall comply with the safety requirements of IEC 61010-

1. For safety ground all accessible surfaces of the equipment shall be at ground potential. The power cable shall include a safety ground conductor. This is also true of drawer assemblies; disconnecting the safety ground shall also disconnect the power conductors.

3.2 Equipment components. Parts, materials, and process shall be as specified below in 3.2.1 Finish through 3.2.3.3 Combination of materials.

3.2.1 Finish. The equipment shall be the finish normally provided by the manufacturer.

3.2.2 Interchangeability. A model number shall be designated for all units provided.

All units and the replaceable assemblies, subassemblies, and parts comprising the unit shall be interchangeable on a noninterference basis.

http://www.iso.org/iso/home.html http://www.ivifoundation.org/

3.2.3 Restricted materials. Restricted materials shall be as specified below in 3.2.3.1 Material restricted for Navy use through 3.2.3.3 Combination of materials.

3.2.3.1 Material restricted for Navy use. The materials and parts specified in a through c shall not be used in equipment for the Navy except as specified herein. An exception is made for small lithium batteries used for memory backup as specified in 3.5.1.2.5 Lithium batteries for lithium battery types approved for use.

a. Mercury, including mercury batteries

b. Radioactive material

c. Lithium electrochemical cells

3.2.3.2 Other restricted materials and gases. Test equipment shall not contain materials that promote the premature failure of the equipment or that present a health hazard under normal use or storage conditions as specified below in

3.2.3.2.1 Organic materials through 3.2.3.2.5 Helium.

3.2.3.2.1 Organic materials. Test equipment shall not contain materials prone to organic decay or that act as a nutrient for the growth of multicelled organisms.

3.2.3.2.2 Flammable materials. Test equipment shall not contain materials that ignite into flames at operating or storage temperatures.

3.2.3.2.3 Explosive materials. Test equipment shall not contain materials that explode at operating or storage temperatures.

3.2.3.2.4 Carcinogens. Certain chemicals have been identified in the Occupational Safety And Health Act (OSHA) as cancer-producing substances (carcinogens). Materials that might contain these chemicals shall not be used unless specifically required and approved by the procuring Navy activity.

3.2.3.2.5 Helium. Helium shall not be used as pressurizing gas in sealed units containing electron tubes. When necessary to use helium for leak detection purposes, exposure shall be limited to the time necessary for the test, followed by thorough purging.

3.2.3.3 Combination of materials. The equipment shall contain no combination of materials that cause deterioration of any material contained in the equipment due to the effects of outgassing.

3.3 Design and construction. The test equipment shall be designed and constructed to permit compliance with all applicable requirements of its class, as defined in this CSS as well as the performance, accuracy, and other requirements in this CSS.

3.3.1 Operator adjustments and controls. Operator adjustments and controls shall be as specified below in 3.3.1.1 Operator adjustments and 3.3.1.2 Operator controls.

3.3.1.1 Operator adjustments. The equipment shall include built-in adjustments or compensating devices for any function or parameter that would exceed the specified tolerance within the calibration interval defined in 3.12.4 Calibration interval. Under all specified services conditions the variation of any adjustment or control shall produce the desired control action to bring the equipment within tolerance.

3.3.1.2 Operator controls. Operating controls and indicators shall be readily accessible to the operator from the front of the equipment. The readings presented on the controls and indicators shall be available to the operator without conversion or calculation.

3.3.2 Connectors, electric. Provision shall be made to ensure that connectors will be mated only with the appropriate counterparts. Where design considerations require close proximity of connectors of similar configuration, the mating connectors shall be suitably coded or marked. The live or hot side of unmated connectors shall be protected against shorting.

3.3.3 Wiring, internal. Internal wiring practices shall be such that the wiring shall not be damaged during normal maintenance and calibration.

3.3.4 Internal cooling. The equipment shall be capable of operating without interruption for at least 24 hours at the maximum operating temperature as specified in this CSS without overheating, loosing power or otherwise exhibiting failure.

3.3.4.1 Cooling devices. Cooling devices used in the equipment shall be an integral part of the equipment and not degrade any aspect of performance or safety.

3.3.5 Front panel display indicators. Front panel/control panel display indicators designed to present change-of-state information to the operator shall be distinguishable at a distance of 1 m in a maximum ambient light level of 100 foot-candles (fc) and a minimum light level of 10 fc. All display indicators shall be discernible at viewing angles from 0 degrees to 45 degrees.

3.3.6 Self-test capability. The PMC shall perform an automatic diagnostic self-test at startup. The self test shall determine operational readiness and isolate faulty modules. The information provided by the self-test shall indicate operational readiness. If failure occurs, the associated lowest replaceable unit (LRU) causing the malfunction shall be identified.

3.4 Digital interface. A digital interface shall be provided and shall meet the requirements as specified below in 3.4.1 Digital interface requirements. The digital interface shall include an IEEE 488.2 General Purpose Interface Bus conforming to IEC 60488-2:2004/IEEE 488.2-1992 or an IEEE 802.3 Ethernet connection (using an RJ-45 connector) conforming to LAN Extensions for Instrumentation (LXI) Standard.

3.4.1 Digital interface requirements. The digital interface shall have the programmable capability to control each device function including all ranges, modes, and levels. The digital interface shall support control of the device without the need for any proprietary drivers or software. The syntax and style of programming commands shall conform to the Standard Commands for Programmable Instruments (SCPI). Primary power control and other non-measurement functions need not be controllable through the digital interface.

3.5 Electrical power sources and connections. The electrical power sources and connections shall be as specified below in 3.5.1 Electrical power source and

3.5.2 Electrical power connections.

3.5.1 Electrical power source. The equipment shall operate from the input power conditions specified in 3.5.1.1 Power consumption through 3.5.1.2.3 Interruption of power source.

3.5.1.1 Power consumption. The maximum power for operation of a PMC component that requires an external single phase 115 Vrms power source shall not exceed 400 watts.

3.5.1.2 Nominal and alternate power source. The equipment shall operate at the nominal values for voltage and frequency as specified in a and b below. An alternate power source is not required.

a. The nominal voltage shall be 120 Vrms

b. The nominal frequencies shall be single phase 50 Hz and 60 Hz.

3.5.1.2.1 Steady-state conditions. The performance and accuracy of the equipment shall not be adversely affected when operated under any combination of conditions a through c. Tolerance values are derived from, and referenced to, the nominal values specified for voltage and frequency in 3.5.1.2 Nominal and alternate power source above. For definitions of voltage waveform factor and harmonics, see MIL-PRF-28800F paragraph 6.5.1a Voltage waveform deviation factor and 6.5.1b Harmonics.

a. The steady-state voltage-tolerance shall be ±10%.

b. The steady-state frequency-tolerance shall be ±5%.

c. The deviations in waveform characteristics shall be as in 1 through 4.

1. Waveform deviation factor of ±10 percent or less

2. Total harmonics of ±10 percent or less

3. Individual harmonics of ±5 percent or less

4. Crest factor of 1.27 to 1.56

3.5.1.2.2 Transient-state conditions. Operation of the equipment during voltage and frequency transients shall be in accordance with a and b for transients that recover to within the steady-state tolerance band within 500 ms. The equipment performance may be impaired during the transient. Transient values are derived from, and referenced to, the nominal values specified for voltage and frequency.

a. Voltage transients within the range of ±10 percent to ±30 percent shall not cause the operation of the equipment to be impaired for longer than 30 seconds following the transient and not cause loss of information stored in a volatile memory.

b. Frequency transients within the range of ±5 percent to ±10 percent shall not cause the operation of the equipment to be impaired for longer than 30 seconds following the transient and not cause loss of information stored in a volatile memory.

3.5.1.2.3 Interruption of power source. Voltage or frequency interruptions shall not cause damage to the equipment. A power source interruption is when the voltage falls in the range of 0 to 70% of nominal or frequency falls in the range of 0 to 90% of nominal. Equipment performance is not required during interruption of the power source. After power interruptions of any duration, the equipment shall automatically resume operation at either the last operating condition before interruption, or a default power-up condition.

3.5.1.2.4 Battery restrictions. For Navy applications, the use of lithium and mercury batteries is restricted and shall not be used in equipment. An exception is made for small lithium batteries used for memory backup as specified below in 3.5.1.2.5 Lithium batteries. A label containing the following caution and information shall be affixed to the outside of the unit for lithium batteries:

3.5.1.2.5 Lithium batteries. Commercial UL approved equipment that contains lithium batteries (size AA or button cell type) used for memory backup are approved for use.

3.5.2 Electrical power connections. The requirements specified in 3.5.2.1 Input power cable through 3.5.2.4 Indicators shall apply to the equipment. The equipment shall operate with a ground at the primary power source.

3.5.2.1 Input power cable. The input power cable shall be a detachable power cable provided by the manufacturer.

THIS UNIT CONTAINS LITHIUM BATTERIES

Battery Manufacturer:

Battery Part Number:

3.5.2.2 Input power switch. The operator shall be able to energize the equipment from the front panel. A standby capability may be incorporated to activate and deactivate the equipment. If such a capability is provided, suitable warnings shall be placed in the operating and service manuals and on the equipment to warn the operator of possible shock hazards during servicing, due to partially activated power supplies.

3.5.2.3 Excessive current drain protection. An automated safety mechanism (circuit breaker/fuse) shall be incorporated to automatically disconnect the equipment in the event of current being drawn that is in excess of the equipment rating.

The mechanism shall be available from and exterior panel.

3.5.2.4 Indicators. Visual indication shall be provided on the front panel to indicate when the equipment is energized.

3.6 Enclosure physical characteristics. The physical characteristics of the equipment shall be as specified in 3.6.1 Dimensions through 3.6.4.9 Pressure equalizing valve.

3.6.1 Dimensions. Maximum dimensions of the PMC including handles and covers, if any, shall not exceed 15 inches in height, 11 inches in width and 15 inches in depth.

3.6.2 Weight. The weight of the PMC including all covers and accessories shall not exceed 35 pounds.

3.6.3 Mechanical stability. The equipment shall be designed to preclude tipping during normal handling and operation.

3.6.3.1 Enclosure attitude. The equipment shall be mechanically stable when positioned in its normal attitude on a bench for horizontal viewing of the front panel, and when placed in its alternate attitude on the floor or deck for vertical viewing of the front panel. The size and weight limitations of 3.6.1 Dimensions and 3.6.2 Weight apply to this requirement.

3.6.4 Enclosure requirements. The PMC enclosure shall be as specified in 3.6.4.1 Cover through 3.6.4.9 Pressure equalizing valve.

3.6.4.1 Cover. The enclosure shall have a cover. The enclosure and cover interface shall have a gasket or offset lap seam to prevent entry of dirt or spray-type moisture or contaminates during shipping or storage.

3.6.4.2 Latches. There shall be a maximum of 6 latches per enclosure. The latches shall incorporate a quick-opening mechanism.

3.6.4.3 Stacking provisions. Equipment enclosures shall have a geometric configuration that permits stacking without harm to the enclosure or its contents.

The stacking height (expressed as a quantity of equipment in excess of one) shall be 4 units.

3.6.4.4 Handles. The enclosure shall have one or more handles. The number and location of handles shall be such that the load distribution per handle shall not exceed 20 kg. Handles shall be located above the equipment center of gravity to ensure carrying stability. Handles shall permit compliance with the enclosure attitude provisions specified above in 3.6.3.1 Enclosure attitude.

3.6.4.5 Accessory stowage. Enclosures that have provisions for stowage of accessories, shall not adversely affect the carrying stability of the equipment and shall be contained in a manner that prevents damage to the accessories or equipment during transit. Stowed items shall be available without disturbing enclosure seams.

3.6.4.6 Corners. All corners shall be designed to preclude injury to personnel or damage to material. All corners shall be adequately reinforced to protect the instrument from damage during shipping, handling and storage.

3.6.4.7 Connections and controls. All external electrical connections (including power connections) and operating controls shall be on the control panel.

3.6.4.8 Chassis fasteners. The chassis shall be securely fastened within the enclosure conforming to the maintainability requirements of 3.11.5 Maintenance provisions.

3.6.4.9 Pressure equalizing valve. A mechanism for equalizing air pressure within the enclosure with the external ambient pressure, when the enclosure is sealed, shall be provided. The mechanism provided shall not protrude beyond the enclosure.

3.7 Marking and identification. Marking and identification of test equipment shall be as specified below in 3.7.1 Marking through 3.7.2 Equipment Identification.

3.7.1 Marking. Test equipment shall be marked in a manner that does not adversely affect safety or performance.

3.7.1.1 Reference designations. Reference designations shall be used to identify each part for its particular circuit application. Subminiaturized and nonrepairable assemblies need not be marked with reference designations. Reference designator usage shall be in accordance with ANSI-Y32.2 and ANSI-Y32.16.

3.7.1.2 Warning markings. Warning markings shall warn of the location, the nature, and the extent of a hazard. Letters of warning markings shall be of clearly legible gothic capitals. Warning markings shall have high contrast between the letter and background colors. The markings shall be as permanent as normal life expectancy of the test equipment, and located as close as possible to the point of danger. Warning markings indicating circuits of more than 500 Vdc or Vrms shall read:

DANGER HIGH VOLTAGE (maximum applicable voltage) VOLTS

Markings shall be in accordance with the requirements of ANSI/ISA-S82.02.01- 1999, which requires the warning and caution markings specified in a through c:

a. The precautionary signal word shall be at least 2.5 mm high.

b. The text shall be at least 1.5 mm high and contrasting in color to background.

c. If molded or stamped in a material, text shall be at least 2.0 mm high and, if not contrasting in color, a depth or raised height of at least 0.5 mm.

3.7.1.3 Battery warning label. Equipment containing batteries shall be provided with a battery warning label attached to the equipment. Battery warning labels shall be:

3.7.1.4 Panel markings and processes. Panel markings shall enable the operator to identify the functions and use of all items requiring operator intervention.

3.7.2 Equipment identification. All equipment, excluding small accessory items contained within a reusable pouch or container, shall be identified with the items specified in a through d.

a. Manufacture name

b. Equipment model number with installed options

c. Equipment nomenclature

d. Serial number

3.7.2.1 Identification plate. An equipment identification plate shall be affixed to the test equipment enclosure when the enclosure also serves as the transit case. The identification plate shall contain the information provided below in 3.7.2.1.1 Identification plate, multiple cases. The identification plate shall be permanently affixed.

WARNING

REMOVE BATTERIES BEFORE SHIPMENT OR INACTIVE

STORAGE OF 30 DAYS OR MORE.

NOTE: DO NOT REMOVE INTERNAL MEMORY BACKUP

BATTERIES.

3.7.2.1.1 Identification plate, multiple case. The identification plate for shall contain the information provided in a through g.

a. Configuration model number

b. Configuration nomenclature

c. Configuration CAGE

d. Configuration serial number

e. Case X of Y

f. Component nomenclature

g. Component part number

3.7.2.1.2 Identification plate, transit case. The equipment transit case and enclosure, when serving as a transit case, shall be provided with an identification plate that is permanently affixed. An acceptable method of attachment is to use 1/8” diameter solid or semi-tubular rivets and backup washers. The identification plate shall be as specified below in 3.7.2.1.3 Identification plate, material through 3.7.2.1.4 Identification plate, marking.

3.7.2.1.3 Identification plate, material. The following materials with minimum thickness of 1/32 inch are recommended.

a. Brass

b. Corrosion resistant steel

c. Aluminum alloy

3.7.2.1.4 Identification plate, marking. The plate background color shall be black. It shall have a minimum character size of 1/8 inch. All characters shall be permanent using best commercial practices for laser engraving, etching, or photosensitive marking of material.

3.7.2.2 Reusable pouch or container. If a reusable pouch or container is provided, containers shall be marked "accessories for use with" (test equipment nomenclature or model number), or, "maintenance aids for use with" (test equipment nomenclature or model number), as applicable.

3.7.2.3 Item unique identification (IUID). DFARS clause 252-211.7003 is invoked. A two dimensional Unique Identification (IUID) data matrix conforming to MIL- STD-130 shall be included on the identification plate.

3.8 Environmental requirements. The PMC environmental performance requirements shall be as specified below in 3.8.1 Warm-up through 3.8.10 Acoustic noise. It shall conform to the specified performance when subjected to the environmental conditions of this specification.

3.8.1 Warm-up. The PMC shall comply with the specified performance requirements after a 30-minute warm-up period preceded by a 1-hour not operating temperature stabilization period.

3.8.2 Temperature and humidity. The temperature ranges and humidity limits for both operating and not operating conditions shall be as specified below in 3.8.2.1 Temperature not operating through 3.8.2.3 Humidity.

3.8.2.1 Temperature not operating. The PMC shall conform to the specified performance and accuracy requirements after being stored at temperatures ranging from -40 ºC to 71 ºC.

3.8.2.2 Temperature operating. The PMC shall conform to the specified performance and accuracy while being operated at temperatures over the range of 0 ºC to 50 ºC.

3.8.2.3 Humidity. The PMC shall conform to the specified performance and accuracy for conditions where the relative humidity is 5 to 95±5 percent in the temperature range of 10 to 30 ºC, 5 to 75±5 percent in the temperature range of 30 to 40 ºC, and 5 to 45±5 percent in the temperature range of 40 to 50 ºC. At temperatures below 10 ºC, the humidity is uncontrolled, but the equipment shall conform to the specified performance (after the specified warm-up period) and shall withstand the effects of humidity up to 100 percent.

3.8.3 Altitude. The PMC components shall conform to the specified performance and accuracy requirements after being subjected to an altitude of 15,000 feet for 1 hour with equipment not operating.

3.8.4 Vibration. The PMC shall meet the random and sinusoidal vibration requirements of MIL-PRF-28800 paragraph 3.8.4.

3.8.5 Bench handling. The PMC shall conform to the specified performance and accuracy requirements and there shall be no damage to any controls, indicators, or fuse holders, after being tested in accordance with MIL-PRF-28800F paragraph 4.5.5.4.3 Bench handling test.

3.8.6 Water resistance. The PMC enclosure and cover shall provide a water resistant barrier to protect the internal components when exposed to rain.

3.8.7 Fungus resistance. Equipment shall not contain materials that provide nutrients for the growth of fungus.

3.8.8 Salt atmosphere. Equipment component surfaces exposed to atmosphere shall have an anti-corrosion treatment to provide corrosion protection.

3.8.9 Dust exposure. Equipment enclosure with cover shall provide protection for the PMC from dust exposure.

3.8.10 Acoustic noise. The PMC shall not generate acoustic noise in excess of 70 dBA sound pressure level (SPL) when measured at the operator and bystander positions, in accordance with ISO 7779.

3.9 EMC. EMC control shall be in accordance with MIL-PRF-28800F Table 6 (or equivalent) when tested in accordance with MIL-PRF-28800F paragraph 4.5.6.5 EMC test.

3.10 Performance requirements. Performance requirements for the PMC shall be in accordance with the sub-paragraphs below. These requirements comprise the full performance requirement for the PMC and shall take precedence over any/all additional performance requirements listed in MIL-PRF-28800. Unless otherwise indicated, all performance specifications shall be met following a 30 minute warm-up period.

3.10.1 DC Voltage. The PMC shall be able to output voltages from 0 to 800 V within the requirements of 3.10.1.1 to 3.10.1.2.

3.10.1.1 Accuracy. The PMC shall provide as a minimum the uncertainty, resolution, and current burden as indicated for each DC voltage output. The actual ranges of the PMC can differ but the resulting uncertainty needs to meet the requirements set forth as follows (i.v. – indicated value).

DC voltage output

Uncertainty(1) Resolution Current Burden

1.25 - 105 mV ±0.3% i.v. 1 uV 15 mA

0.10501 - 1.5 V ±0.3% i.v. 10 uV 15 mA

1.50001 - 5 V ±0.075% i.v. 10 uV 15 mA

5.0001 - 40 V ±0.15% i.v. 100 uV 15 mA

40.001 - 800 V ±0.3% i.v. 1 mV 15 mA

(1) The listed value is the maximum uncertainty when combining % of indicated value and % of range.

3.10.1.2 Short-term stability. The PMC shall have a 10 minute stability of at least 1 uV for outputs of 1.25 mV to 105 mV, 10 uV for outputs of 0.10501 V to 1.5 V, 10 uV for outputs of 1.50001 to 5 V, 100 uV for outputs of 5.0001 to 40 V, and 1 mV for outputs of 40.001 to 800 V.

3.10.2 AC Voltage. The PMC shall be able to output voltages from 0 to 750 Vrms (sine wave) within the requirements of 3.10.2.1 to 3.10.2.2.

3.10.2.1 Accuracy. The PMC shall provide as a minimum the uncertainty and resolution as indicated of each AC voltage frequency output. The actual ranges of the PMC can differ but the resulting uncertainty needs to meet the requirements set forth as follows.

AC voltage output

Uncertainty(1) (50 Hz to 75 Hz and 300 Hz to 450 Hz)

Resolution

1 V to 1.5 V ±0.09% i.v. 10 uV

1.5001 V to 25 V ±0.09% i.v. 100 uV

25.0001 V to 162 V ±0.09% i.v. 100 uV

162.001 V to 750 V ±0.09% i.v. 1 mV

(1) The listed value is the maximum uncertainty when combining % of indicated value and % of range.

3.10.2.2 Current burden and distortion. The PMC shall provide as a minimum the current burden, maximum distortion, and noise as indicated for each AC voltage output.

AC voltage output Current Burden Max Distortion and

Noise 50 Hz to 5 kHz

1.5 V to <150 V 300 mA 0.1% i.v.

150 V to 750 V 15 mA to 65 mA(1) 0.1% i.v.

(1) Output Voltage Current Burden relationship can be determined using the following:

Current Burden (mA) = - [Output Voltage(V)/12] + 77.5

3.10.3 DC Current. The PMC shall be able to output DC current from 20 uA to 10A within requirements of 3.10.3.1.

3.10.3.1 Accuracy. The PMC shall provide as a minimum the uncertainty, resolution, and voltage compliance as indicated for each DC current output. The actual ranges of the PMC can differ but the resulting uncertainty needs to meet the requirements set forth as follows:

DC current output Uncertainty(3) Resolution Voltage

Compliance

20 uA - 1 mA(1) ±0.3% 10 nA 12 V

1.0001 mA - 10 mA ±0.3% 100 nA 12 V

10.001 mA - 100 mA ±0.3% 1 uA 3 V to 12 V(2)

0.10001 mA - 1.5 A ±0.3% 10 uA 3 V

1.5001 A - 10 A ±0.3% 100 uA 3 V

(1) No uncertainty required for PMC output DC currents less than 100 uA.

(2) For PMC output DC currents of less than 50 mA, voltage compliance is 12 volts. For PMC output DC currents of greater than 50 mA, voltage compliance is 3 volts.

(3) The listed value is the maximum uncertainty when combining % of indicated value and % of range.

3.10.4 AC Current. The PMC shall be able to output AC currents from 70 mA to 6.95 A within the requirements of 3.10.4.1 to Error! Reference source not found..

3.10.4.1 Accuracy. The PMC shall provide as a minimum the uncertainty, compliance voltage, maximum inductive load, and resolution as indicated for each AC current output. The actual ranges of the PMC can differ but the resulting uncertainty needs to meet the requirements set forth as follows:

AC current output Uncertainty(1) (60 Hz and

400 Hz)

Compliance Voltage (Vrms)

Maximum Inductive

Load Resolution

70 mA to 320 mA ±0.212% i.v. 4 30 µH 1 uA

0.3201 A to 3.2 A ±0.212% i.v 2.5 18 µH 10 uA

3.2001 A to 6.95 A ±0.212% i.v 2.5 5.5 µH 100 uA

(1) The listed value is the maximum uncertainty when combining % of indicated value and % of range.

3.10.5 Frequency. The PMC shall be able to output frequencies from 50 Hz to 75 Hz, and 300 Hz to 450 Hz within requirements of 3.10.5.1.

3.10.5.1 Accuracy. The PMC shall provide as a minimum the uncertainty and resolution as indicated of each AC frequency voltage output. The actual ranges of the PMC can differ but the resulting uncertainty needs to meet the requirements set forth as follows.

Frequency output

Uncertainty(1) Resolution

0 V to <3.75 V 3.75 V to <15 V 15 V to 750 V

50 Hz to 75 Hz None needed ±0.151% i.v. ±0.012% i.v. 1 mHz

Frequency output Uncertainty(1)

Resolution 0 V to <15 V 15 V to 750 V

300 Hz to 450 Hz None needed ±0.012% i.v. 10 mHz

(1) The listed value is the maximum uncertainty when combining % of indicated value and % of range.

3.10.6 AC Power/VARS. The PMC shall be able to output AC voltage and AC current simultaneously to simulate AC power/VARS. The PMC shall be able to output AC power/VARS as specified in 3.10.6.1 to 3.10.6.2.

3.10.6.1 Accuracy. The PMC shall be able to output AC voltage and current with the combined accuracy as shown in the table below.

AC voltage output

AC current output (60 Hz)

AC current output (400 Hz)

0.1 A to 6.95 A 0.272 A to 5 A

Uncertainty(1) ±(% of watts output)

10 V to 750 V 0.3 0.3

(1) The listed value is the maximum uncertainty when combining % of indicated value and % of range. Respectively per individual AC current and voltage output and ranges.

3.10.6.2 Phase (Power Factor). The PMC shall provide a Phase (Power Factor: 0.0 to 1.0, lead or lag) over the range of 180 degrees to -180 degrees with a tolerance of ±0.27 degrees. The frequencies of operation for this shall be 60 Hz and 400 Hz, for currents ranging from 0.1A to 6.95A, and voltages ranging from 10V to 750V.

3.10.7 Synchroscope output. The PMC shall provide two simultaneous 60 Hz or 400 Hz AC voltage signals phase shifted from each other at either 0 or 180 degrees.

One of the signals will be provided from the main voltage output, the other from an auxiliary voltage output. The signals shall each be of the same 60 Hz or 400 Hz frequency setting and voltage amplitude (default voltage amplitude setting will be set to 120 Vrms). Total burden of both outputs shall not exceed 300 mArms.

3.10.8 Reverse voltage protection. The PMC shall be able to withstand, without damage, a voltage of up to 264 Vrms put to its output terminals. This protection shall be available no matter what mode the PMC is in.

3.10.9 Accessories. The following accessories specified in 3.10.9.1 Accessory case through 3.10.9.5 Aux voltage cable shall be provided with each PMC. It is preferred that accessories specified in 3.10.9.2 Hand held unit through 3.10.9.5 Aux voltage cable be stowed inside the PMC unit cover. If this is the case, an accessory case as noted in 3.10.9.1 is not required.

3.10.9.1 Accessory case. The accessory case shall serve as a transit case. Transit case and internal foam/packing material shall be impervious to water and hydrocarbon base fluids. It shall contain accessory aids for the PMC system.

The following accessories specified in 3.10.9.2 Hand held unit through 3.10.9.5 Aux voltage cable.

3.10.9.2 Hand held unit. There shall be a minimum of one ruggedized hand held unit.

The hand held unit when connected to the PMC will permit remote operation of the PMC. The hand held unit will duplicate controls of the PMC front panel.

Also, the hand held unit display will duplicate as indicated on the PMC front panel display.

3.10.9.2.1 Hand held unit cable. There shall be a minimum of one ruggedized 3 meter hand held unit cable. One end of the cable will securely connect to the PMC, the other end will securely connect to the hand held unit.

3.10.9.3 Main current cable. There shall be a minimum of one ruggedized 3 meter current cable. One end of the cable will securely connect to the PMC, the other end will split into two cables providing HI and LO output access connectivity.

The cables HI and LO outputs will be of banana female connector type.

3.10.9.4 Main voltage cable. There shall be a minimum of one ruggedized 3 meter main voltage cable. One end of the cable will securely connect to the PMC, the other end will split into two cables providing HI and LO output access connectivity.

The cables HI and LO outputs will be of banana female connector type.

3.10.9.5 Aux voltage cable. There shall be a minimum of one ruggedized 3 meter aux voltage cable. One end of the cable will securely connect to the PMC, the other end will split into two cables providing HI and LO output access connectivity.

The cables HI and LO outputs will be of banana female connector type. The cable will be used for synchroscope applications (Main and Aux voltage output at the same amplitude and frequency, phase angle between the two voltages may be out of synch and differ by 180 degrees, or be in synch and differ by 0 degrees).

3.11 Maintainability/Usability. Maintainability/Usability shall be as specified below in

3.11.1 Preventive maintenance through 3.11.7 Firmware/Software Updates.

3.11.1 Preventive maintenance. Preventive maintenance shall not require more than 15 minutes per a 30-day period. Preventive maintenance shall not require breaking of the equipment seams where calibration seals would normally be placed.

3.11.2 Ancillary/Accessory items. Any-and-all ancillary equipment/items and accessories needed for the PMC to perform as specified or to be maintained as specified in this CSS shall be provided by the vendor as part of this solicitation.

This would include, but not limited to: cables, special tools, fixtures, programs, adapters.

3.11.2.1 Ancillary/Accessory item stowage. Any ancillary/accessory item(s) required may be stored inside the PMC enclosure, in a reusable pouch or container, in covers attached to the front and/or rear of the PMC, or inside a transit case provided with the PMC. The vendor may determine the best stowage option using best commercial practices, unless other direction is provided within this CSS concerning specific situations

3.11.3 Special hardware/Software/Licenses requirements. Any special equipment, fixtures, tools, software, software licenses, required to support and maintain the PMC that are not common to a Navy calibration laboratory, must be supplied with the PMC as part of any solicitation. Any unique accessories including software absolutely required for communicating with and calibrating/aligning of the PMC shall be furnished as part of this solicitation. Any software required should make use of existing Navy calibration laboratory standards and software programming languages supported as much as possible.

3.11.3.1 For PMCs that fail calibration and are recommended to be aligned or adjusted, either manually or using automated alignment/adjustment software, and require special hardware, manual instructions, software, software instructions, software licenses, and standards to perform the alignment/adjustment process, the solicitation should look to include these items with the PMC, or an alternative must be presented as part of this solicitation.

3.11.3.2 A list of peripheral support equipment required to accomplish the calibration/alignment/adjustments of the unit must be provided with the PMC.

3.11.4 Licensing. Where licensing issues apply to any part of the PMC or support items (including documentation and software licenses), such licensing and associated documents shall be obtained and provided by the vendor, and they shall be valid for the life of the instrument. If licenses are required for any reason to use and maintain each PMC (communication, calibration, and alignment), and a special individual license key is required for each PMC, then the vendor shall affix a label to each PMC specifying the appropriate license information; whereas if a general license key can be used to maintain all PMCs, the license information shall be provided with each PMC and should be included with the technical manual information as part of the maintenance information or as a supplement.

3.11.5 Maintenance provisions. Equipment shall be as specified in a through d to facilitate maintenance:

a. Accessibility for maintenance. The equipment shall be designed to ensure that any necessary maintenance access can be accomplished utilizing ordinary tools. The equipment shall be constructed so that no damage to any component shall occur and no permanent distortion to any structural member shall be caused during maintenance, calibration, and adjustment alignment.

b. Maintenance and calibration aids. If required, circuit board extenders, special adapters, special tools, and patch or interface cables required for maintenance, calibration, and alignment shall be provided. They shall be identified as a set with a unique part number. Stowage shall be in a reusable pouch or container, if the items may not be held in place in an enclosure or transit case.

c. Accessibility for repair. The equipment shall be designed so that lowest replaceable units (LRUs) can be removed without removing other hardwired subassemblies or components. There shall be no need to unsolder cables or interconnecting wiring to remove LRUs. Assemblies designed primarily to distribute power and signals to other components are excluded from this requirement. When troubleshooting/repair information is provided and access to both sides of LRUs is necessary, the design of the equipment shall facilitate this directly or through extender cards.

d. Calibration/Alignment. The equipment shall be provided with any necessary instructions/software (to include programming commands, if not explicitly company proprietary and non-releasable to the Navy or any other commercial customer) needed to calibrate/align the equipment so that the equipment meets its performance specifications after repair or due to the equipment failing calibration. Proprietary adjustment/alignment information is still subject to paragraph 3.11.3 Special hardware/Software/ License requirements.

1. Accessibility for adjustment. The equipment design shall permit adjustments of components that are changeable without removing any component, printed circuit cards, or subassembly. The use of extender cards is permitted. (Example: Access will be provided to potentiometers that control the accuracy of specified parameters.)

2. Alignment instructions/software. If the equipment has alignment data stored in memory (example: EEPROM, data files, DACs, etc.) that is necessary for the equipment to meet its performance specification and modification of this alignment data is necessary after repair or a calibration failure, the equipment shall be designed and information provided so that the alignment can be performed by the Navy. The alignment process shall be able to use existing Navy calibration standards that meet all necessary minimum performance requirements to satisfy a traceable calibration. Refer to paragraph

3.11.3 Special hardware/Software/License requirements for further information.

i) The alignment information provided shall include any necessary software and/or software commands usable via any allowable digital interface specified in this document (e.g. IEEE-488 data bus), and usage instructions required to perform an alignment. If software commands are provided to perform the alignment, the information shall include any necessary setup instructions/ software commands to put the PMC into the alignment mode, instructions/software commands necessary to gather new alignment data, along with any software algorithms required to format the alignment data into the appropriate data required by the PMC, and any instructions/software commands necessary to reprogram the PMC with the new alignment data). Proprietary adjustment/alignment information is still subject to paragraph

3.11.3 Special Hardware/Software/License Requirements.

3.11.6 Repair. Maintenance instructions shall be furnished to facilitate the replacement of LRU’s and subsequent testing procedures to ensure the performance of the equipment or the repair action taken. (See MIL-PRF-28800F paragraph 6.5.2.18 Nonrepairable subassembly for guidance when a subassembly may be deemed non-repairable to aid in the identification of LRU’s that can be repaired/replaced.)

3.11.6.1 Interchangeability. Units and all user replaceable assemblies, subassemblies, components, and parts of a designated model provided shall be fully interchangeable without interference or degradation of performance.

3.11.7 Firmware/Software Updates. When firmware/software upgrades are anticipated by the vendor of the PMC during the lifecycle of this device, the PMC shall be designed to allow for the Navy to update the equipment firmware or any support software (e.g., drivers), without shipment of the unit to the vendor. Any solicitation should take into account that for this any future contract awarded for the PMC and any subsequent warranty period beyond the length of the contract, the vendor shall provide to the Navy notification of any firmware and/or software updates that fixes any issues/bugs/problems relating to any of the requirements cited in this CSS (especially 3.10 Performance Requirements and 3.11 Maintainability/Usability), with instructions on how to perform the updates, and free access via appropriate media transfer method supported by the Navy (e.g.

ROM disc, Website, email) to these updates. The firmware/software update process should make use any common interface path supported by the Navy.

To maintain configuration control, all PMC firmware or other software provided as part of any contract awarded for the PMC shall be at the same version, revision, and revision date upon…