
TREK High Voltage Power Amplifier, Model PA05039
Trek, Inc., a leading provider of high-voltage amplifiers, supplies this custom-designed amplifier to meet the requirements of Smart Material's P1 type MFCs. The design of this custom amplifier is based on the renowned Trek amplifier technology. With an output voltage of -500V to +1500V and a maximal output current of 50mA the PA05039 is designed to drive several P1 type (d33 effect) MFCs.
The high voltage output is controlled through an amplifier input voltage of -2.5V to 7.5V DC or peak AC.
Specifications:
Voltage Output Range | -500 V to +1500V, Voltage amplification 200V/V (external voltage source), output noise less than 100mV RMS |
Current Output Range | ± 0 to 50mA peak AC |
Bandwidth | large signal bandwidth (-3dB) DC to 10kHz low signal bandwidth (-3dB) DC to 30kHz |
Slew Rate | greater than 50V/µs |
External Voltage Control Input | BNC, 2.5VV... +7.5V DC or peak AC, 25kOhm |
High Voltage Monitor Output | BNC, 1/200 of the High Voltage Output, output impedance less than 0.1 Ohm |
Current Monitor Output | BNC, 0.2V/mA, output impedance less than 0.1 Ohm |
Main Input | 90V - 250V, 50/60Hz (factory set to 90V to 127V) |
Compliance | EN61010-1 |

Physical Instruments High Voltage Power Amplifier Model HVA 1500/50
Physical instruments is a specialty provider of high voltage power supplies and amplifiers. The customized MFC model HVA 1500/50 meets the requirements for driving P1 type MFCs. With an output voltage of -500V to +1500V and a maximal output current of 60mA AC, the HVA 1500/50 is designed to drive several P1 type (d33 effect) MFCs, including static driving setups.
The high voltage output can be controlled via a -2.5V to +7.5V control input with a fixed multiplicator of 200, or with a separate audio input with additional gain and offset control.
The model family HVA 1500 is also available as a multi-channel version with 2, 3, and 4 channels. Each channel can be operated separately and features the same specification as the single channelHVA 1500/50. The multi-channel HVA 1500/50 comes in a high 19" rack casing.
Specifications:
Voltage Output Range | -500 V to +1500 V, SHV connector, 200 V/V for wave generator input, non-inverting, |
Current Output Range | 0 to +/- 50 mA DC, 0 to 60mA peak AC |
Bandwidth | large signal bandwidth (-3dB) DC to 10kHz |
Slew Rate | greater than 50 V/μs |
External Voltage Control Input | -2.5 V to +7.5 V corresponds to -500 V to +1500 V output, input impedance 100 kΩ, BNC coaxial connector |
External Voltage Audio Control Input | 0.2 V to 3 V AC, input resistance 100 kΩ, gain control range -12 db to +12db by using a 10-turn potentiometer, offset control range -500 V to +1500 V by using a 10-turn potentiometer, signal frequency range 10 Hz to 10 kHz, connector: BNC coaxial connector |
High Voltage Monitor Output | BNC, 1/200 of the high voltage output, output impedance 1kOhm |
Current Monitor Output | BNC, 0.2V/mA, output impedance 1kOhm |
Main Input | 115/230VAC, 50/60 Hz, 150VA |
Compliance | Œ, EN 50081-1; EN 50082 or EN50081-2; EN 50082-2 |

Texas Instrument DRV2700EVM-HV500 Flyback High Voltage Evaluation Module
Texas Instruments DRV2700EVM-HV500 is an evaluation module for the DRV2700 and used in a flyback converter circuit. The DRV2700 is intended for high voltage piezo applications typically used in industrial applications. The integrated high voltage switch enables a small solution size circuit that can drive 500V single-ended. The onboard MSP430 allows for digital control and quick prototyping.
The DRV2700 is a single chip, high-voltage piezo driver with an integrated 105V boost switch, integrated power diode, and integrated fully-differential amplifier. This EVM allows the designer to evaluate and appropriately prototype it into their design. The kit comes with a GUI control software. The DRV2700 and the Evaluation Module are capable of driving P2 type MFCs.
Specifications:
Voltage Output Range | Vout: 0-500V |
Current Output Range | 0.8mA instanteneous current at 500V |
Input Voltage | Vdd: 3.6 V to 5.5 V, max. 500mA Additional USB connector for onboard logic supply |
External Voltage Control Input | The DRV2700EVM supports two input modes for driving the DRV2700:
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AMT2012-CE3 Triple Output (Dual MFC channel) Variable Controlled HV Power Supply for battery operation
The AMT2012-CE3 is a triple output power supply with one fixed 500V output, and two variable output from 0 volts to 2 kV. This power supply is specifically designed for Macro Fiber Composite (MFC) applications. Use of the bias supply allows a range of -500V to +1500V to be applied to the MFC. The AMT2012-CE3 possesses a direct analog interface and a PWM input interface. It is also designed for battery operation and requires a DC supply voltage between 8 and 15V.
Specifications:
Voltage Output Range | Triple high voltage power outputs:
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Current Output Range | 4 watts of peak input power during charging. Charge time for a 5 nf capacitance load is less than 10 ms from 0V to 2000V (-500 to +1500V measured on the MFC). |
Input Voltage | 8 to 15 volts DC. Reverse polarity protected, includes a self-resetting (thermal) fuse. |
External Voltage Control Input | The control input provides a linear function of input voltage to output voltage for the 2 kV power supply. The control input operates over a 0 to 5 volt range for a 0 to 2000 volt output (factor 400 amplification). An enable input shuts down all outputs to save power consumption and for safety. |
Mechanical Dimensions | Mechanical dimensions are 2” x 3”. Height will not exceed 1 inch for the tallest components (located on one edge of the PCB). Components are mounted on both sides of the PCB. Note - High voltages are present on both sides of the PCB |
Weight | approx. 25 grams |

AMD2012-CE Dual Output (single MFC channel) Variable Controlled HV Power Supply for battery operation
The AMD2012-CE3 is a dual output power supply with one fixed 500V output, and one variable output from 0 volts to 2 kV. This power supply is specifically designed for Macro Fiber Composite (MFC) applications. Use of the bias supply allows a range of -500V to +1500V to be applied to the MFC. The AMD2012-CE3 possesses a direct analog interface and a PWM input interface. It is also designed for battery operation and requires a DC supply voltage between 8 and 15V.
Specifications:
Voltage Output Range | Two high voltage power outputs:
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Current Output Range | 4 watts of peak power during charging. Charge time for a 5 nf capacitance load is less than 10 ms from 0V to 2000V (-500 to +1500V measured at the MFC). |
Input Voltage | 8 to 15 volts DC. Reverse polarity protected, includes a self-resetting (thermal) fuse. |
External Voltage Control Input | The control input provides a linear function of the input voltage to the output voltage for the 2 kV power supply. The control input operates over a 0 to 5 volt range for a 0 to 2000 volt output (factor 400 amplification). An enable input shuts down all power outputs to save power consumption and for safety. |
Mechanical Dimensions | Mechanical dimensions are 2.2” x 1.25”. Height will not exceed 0.75 inch for the tallest components (located on one edge of the PCB). Components are mounted on both sides of the PCB. Note - High voltages are present on both sides of the PCB |
Weight | approx. 14 grams |