- The LI-3P-4x Series consists of four separate models of four-conductor, 50Ω, 50 microhenry (μH) Line Impedance Stabilization Networks (LISNs). The primary differences between the four models are their respective current ratings:
LI-3P-416 16 Amps (per line, continuous)
LI-3P-432 32 Amps (per line, continuous)
LI-3P-463 63 Amps (per line, continuous)
LI-3P-4100 100 Amps (per line, continuous)
- These LISNs provide the necessary measurement platform for performing power line conducted emissions compliance testing per MIL-STD-461, CE102, conducted emissions, radio frequency potential, power leads. The LISNs perform the following functions:
- Provide a defined, stable power line impedance across its frequency range for the Equipment Under Test (EUT);
- Isolate the EUT and measurement circuit from the power source, thereby minimizing its influence on the measurements; and,
- Couple the disturbance voltages to the coaxial measurement port, which connects to the measuring instrument.
- The LISNs use air-core inductors to prevent saturation and permeability variation.
- The mounting plates are left unpainted in order to facilitate connection to earth ground in their installation, which is essential due to high leakage currents.
- The side panels for each LISN are louvered for cooling purposes. The LI-3P-463 and LI-3P-4100 also include two internal cooling fans operated by a switch on the rear panel.