TruPlasma RF 1003 proves itself in life span test

Robust and even more robust, TruPlasma RF 1003: The HF power supply from HÜTTINGER aced a life span test conducted over the course of several months. For this "life test," HÜTTINGER subjected six devices to increasing stress levels under near-realistic conditions of use over a period of nearly one year. The power supplies were tested under extreme conditions such as increased temperature, the loss of cooling water, and power interruptions. The goal of this in-depth test was to simulate how the power supply responds to many years of operation. The TruPlasma RF 1003 achieved impressive results: The test devices achieved a MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures) of 150,000 hours, which corresponds to 17 years of continuous operation.

Qualification and tests - a central component of new developments

The testing and qualification of new devices is a high priority for HÜTTINGER because of the company's equal parts strategy in which new and innovative technologies not only form the basis for a product, but they will also be used for other new developments. The central question is whether the new device is good enough to form the basis of a new series of power supplies while always meeting the same high quality standards.

A single department at HÜTTINGER ensures that new developments are put through their paces. A product development process especially adapted to electronics requirements is used for this purpose, one that satisfies the quality requirements for automotive electronics. The focus here is a customized qualification plan with long-term tests customized for the generator's mission profile.

Expanded test possibilities thanks to HALT chamber

In addition to life span tests, when it comes to qualification HÜTTINGER relies on the HALT (Highly Accelerated Life Test) chamber. In this test program, electronic assemblies, preferably still in the development phase, are subjected to heavy vibrations, extreme temperatures and temperature fluctuations to test their operational and destruction limits and to systematically eliminate any potential weaknesses. Soon, HÜTTINGER will conduct these tests in its own HALT chamber - the procurement process for this is already underway. A modern EMC test center for testing electromagnetic compatibility as well as extensive quality assurance complete  testing for new developments.