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Ascent AP Pulsed and DC Power System

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Unprecedented Power Control for Single- and Dual-Magnetron Sputtering

Building on AE®’s premier bipolar pulsed-DC technology, Ascent® AP power supplies extend your ability to optimize output with advanced pulse shaping, as well as four-block progressive arc management that includes full voltage reversal and self-adjusting arc parameters. This compact solution’s patented pulsing technology proactively inhibits arcs, while its wide operational range unlocks material options to extend single- and dual-magnetron process flexibility and material innovation.

Features

Process customization with extensive power delivery parameters
Advanced process management through a tiered approach to arc mitigation
Compact, single-unit solution (up to 30 kW)
Set Point Compensation™ technology for stable throughput
Wide operational range to enable a variety of process materials
Compatible with PowerInsight by Advanced Energy™

Benefits

Precise sputtering of dielectric and conductive films
Expanded process control, flexibility, and innovation
High film quality and throughput
Repeatable, customizable films
Higher power levels with reduced arc damage
Easy integration and control

Specifications

Cooling:	Hybrid (air and water)
Output Frequency (MHz, kHz):	5 to 150 kHz
Input Voltage (V):	400, 440, 440-480 VAC
Power Level (kW):	10 to 30 kW
Rack Width:	Full rack
Height (Inches):	4U, 6U
Output Voltage Range (V):	400-1000V
Communications Interface:	Ethernet, EtherCAT, ProfiNet, Profibus, RS-232/485, EtherNet/IP, and analog communications
Advanced Features:	Progressive arc management
Process Applications:	Deposition
Ignition Voltage (V):	1200

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Technical Documentation

Title	Type
Ascent AP Data Sheet (9 MB)	Brochure
PowerInsight by Advanced Energy (6 MB)	Brochure
Ascent SMS AP 10 Brochure (5 MB)	Data Sheet
Optimizing Static Deposition Processes White Paper (779 KB)	White Paper

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Services

Field services and On-Site Training

Our field service engineers are available to support your on-site needs. We can properly secure and mount products, hook up your electrical connections, validate alignment and calibrate, and test to your specifications.

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Service Agreements

Reduce annual maintenance costs and simplify forecasting by building a custom service agreement into your annual operating plan. We have the capability, expertise, and capacity to provide repair services, upgrades, refurbishments, exchange, and other service offerings to support maintenance and use of AE Products. We offer multi-year contracts and provide faster turnaround time for covered products.

Agreement Term Options

Product Family	Calibration	Calibration with Alignment				Total Support Package (TSP)
Term of Agreement	Annual	One Year	Two Years	Three Years	Five Years	One Year	Two Years	Three Years	Five Years
TEGAM 5540
Lumasense
Plasma Power

Total Service Package

We offer customized service bundles that include calibration, alignment, and extended warranty. Services will include scheduled calibration with adjustment and repairs as needed. Any software/firmware upgrades are also made available for customers.