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Santa Barbara Infrared’s new high temperature extended area blackbodies incorporate the advantages of SBIR’s breakthrough Smart Blackbody® architecture into a system with a temperature range of 600°C.

The design of the Smart Blackbody creates a system with inherently more stable and accurate temperature control. Additionally, foolproof blackbody interchangeability, high immunity to EMI, ease of calibration, and non-critical cabling all make the Smart Blackbody an easy-to-integrate component in a large test system.

In addition to the advantages of the Smart Blackbody architecture, these advanced systems are designed for ease of use, high uniformity, and maximum reliability. SBIR's 4000 Series blackbodies are the ideal choice for high temperature applications where high performance is a requirement.

F E A T U R E S

Smart Blackbody® Architecture
SBIR’s Smart Blackbodies put the temperature measurement and calibration electronics in the blackbody head rather than in the control electronics package. With this new architecture, temperature measurement information from the blackbody to the controller is serial digital data rather than an analog temperature sensor signal. The result is significantly improved performance: lower noise operation, more stable temperature control, improved immunity to EMI, and an easier integration task for the test equipment engineer.

High Temperature Range
The emitting surface of the blackbody can be controlled at temperatures up to 600°C.

High Accuracy and Stability
The microprocessor-based temperature controller is designed for optimum accuracy and stability. A high resolution enhanced PID temperature servo provides zero drift and low jitter control of the emitting surface’s temperature.

Ease of Calibration
Calibration is fast and easy. Temperature corrections are made “closed case”, without internal trims, adjustments, or reprogramming of EPROMs. All adjustments can be made directly from the front panel or through the remote interface. Calibration points are independent of each other, allowing the user to touch up a single calibration point.

Built In Test (BIT)
An extensive BIT assures that the blackbody is functioning properly during use. BIT is automatically invoked on power up, and a continuous background (transparent to the user) BIT is performed during operation. A more extensive commanded BIT can be invoked via the computer interface.

Ease of Integration
The 4000 Series blackbody sources are available in 2", 4", and 6" apertures. An intuitive, user-friendly front panel provides easy control of all instrument functions. These blackbodies integrate easily with other SBIR products such as collimators and target wheels.

O P T I O N S

IEEE Std. 488 Interface (GPIB)
The thorough implementation of the ANSI/IEEE Std. 488.1-1987 allows computer control of all blackbody functions, calibration, and optional features such as target wheels and illuminators. (Option G)

RS-232 Serial Interface
An optional serial interface provides computer control of all blackbody, calibration, illuminator and target wheel functions. (Option S)

Target Wheels
Multiple apertures or targets can be rapidly and precisely positioned in front of the blackbody. Aperture selection can be made from the front panel of the controller or via the optional remote interface (IEEE 488 or RS-232). For details on the complete line of SBIR target wheels, see the Target Wheel data sheet. (Option W)

Rack Mounting
The blackbody controller is designed for bench-top or standard 19 inch rack use. Rack mount ears are included with the instrument. A rack slide kit is also available.

Handheld Remote Panel
An optional remote control is available. All instrument front panel functions can be accessed using this handheld unit. It is connected to the temperature controller with a 10 foot cable (model 15148).

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S P E C I F I C A T I O N S

Detailed Outline Drawings in PDF Format
Controller	4002 2" BB Head
4004 4" BB Head	4006 6" BB Head

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O R D E R   I N F O R M A T I O N

SBIR 4000 Series Blackbody systems are specified by Model number corresponding to aperture size in inches (i.e., 4006 = 6"). Options are specified as suffixes to the Model number (i.e., 4002GW = 2" blackbody with IEEE 488 interface and Target Wheel Drive Electronics). Other features such as non-standard cable length or rack slide kits should be specified. Contact SBIR for assistance in selecting standard or custom systems.