Marx generator using pseudospark switches

Andras Kuthi; Ray Alde; Martin Gundersen; Andreas Neuber

Marx generator using pseudospark switches

Andras Kuthi, Ray Alde, Martin Gundersen, Andreas Neuber

Electrical and Computer Engineering

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The design and preliminary operation of the major subsystems of a Marx style pulse generator using advanced Pseudospark devices are presented. The bank consists of three 150nF / 40kV capacitors connected with three floating FS2000 type Pseudospark switches. These switches can hold off 35 kV and pass up to 10 kA at repetition rates approaching 1 kHz. The expected lifetime of >200kC and the relatively low housekeeping power of <50W make the Pseudospark switch an excellent candidate in compact Marx generator applications. Preliminary operation of the floating housekeeping units essential to the Marx generator is presented in detail.

Original language	English
Pages	241-244
Number of pages	4
State	Published - 2003
Event	14th IEEE International Pulsed Power Conference - Dallas, TX, United States Duration: Jun 15 2003 → Jun 18 2003

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Conference	14th IEEE International Pulsed Power Conference
Country/Territory	United States
City	Dallas, TX
Period	06/15/03 → 06/18/03

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Marx generator using pseudospark switches

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