NSG432

The Schaffner NSG 432 is a classic, handheld electrostatic discharge (ESD) simulator designed for testing electronic equipment's electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) against ESD events. Capable of generating air discharges up to 25 kV, it features a modular design with interchangeable RC networks to comply with early and modern testing standards such as IEC 801-2 and IEC 1000-4-2.

EMC Testing ESD Testing

Specifications

General

Parameter	Value
Display	3.5-digit LCD

Physical

Parameter	Value
Power Supply	Rechargeable NiCd battery pack or AC power supply/charger
Weight	1.2 kg

Voltage & Discharge Parameters

Parameter	Value
Air Discharge Voltage Range	2 kV to 25 kV
Voltage Adjustment	Continuously adjustable via potentiometer
Polarity Selection	Positive or negative (switchable)
Discharge Modes	Single or repetitive discharge
Voltage Display Resolution	100 V (0.1 kV)

Waveform & Network Specifications

Parameter	Value
Standard RC Network	150 pF / 330 ohms (interchangeable)
Interchangeable RC Networks	Yes (modules available for different testing standards)

Power Supply & Battery

Parameter	Value
Battery Operating Capacity	> 10,000 discharges at 25 kV on a full charge
Battery Chemistry Type	Nickel-Cadmium (NiCd)

Standards & Regulatory Compliance

Parameter	Value
Regulatory Standards Compliance	IEC 801-2, IEC 1000-4-2, EN 61000-4-2

Performance

Parameter	Value
Pulse repetition rate	Single, 1, 10, or 20 Hz
Pulse rise time	0.7 to 1 ns (compliant with IEC/EN 61000-4-2)
Charge holding time	> 5 s (voltage drop < 10%)

Accessories

Parameter	Value
Standard discharge tips	8 mm ball tip for air discharge, point tip for contact discharge

Environmental

Parameter	Value
Ambient pressure range	800 to 1060 hPa (operating)

Power

Parameter	Value
Mains Power Input	115/230 V AC, 50/60 Hz (via power supply/charger)

Technology

Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Simulation

Applications

Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Testing