Overview
The Compliance West MegaPulse D8-PF is a high-performance medical surge tester designed for defibrillation-proof and energy reduction testing of patient-connected devices. It generates controlled high-voltage pulses to simulate defibrillator discharge and verify safe operation after exposure.
Supporting IEC 60601 and IEC 80601 standards, the system enables both common mode and differential mode defibrillation testing, along with energy reduction evaluation. With the ability to deliver up to 5000V and a 360J pulse, it allows engineers and compliance labs to assess how effectively devices protect patients during defibrillation events.
The unit integrates pulse generation, waveform shaping, and energy measurement into a single system, simplifying setup and improving repeatability. For energy reduction testing, it measures and displays the energy dissipated through a standard 100Ω resistor immediately after each pulse, enabling fast and accurate compliance verification.
The EMC Shop customers typically use the MegaPulse D8-PF in medical device testing environments by connecting the device under test (such as patient monitors, ECGs, or other applied-part equipment) and configuring the required test mode based on IEC procedures. A controlled pulse is then applied to simulate a real defibrillator event, allowing users to confirm device safety, performance, and recovery after exposure.
Used in compliance laboratories, R&D, and production environments, the MegaPulse D8-PF provides a reliable and efficient solution for validating defibrillation protection and ensuring regulatory compliance. EMC Shop also supports customers with proper test setup guidance and application-specific configurations, ensuring consistent and accurate results.
| Specifications | |
| Testing Circuitry | |
| Charge Voltage | 5100V ±1% |
| Main Capacitance | 32uF ±5% |
| Inductances | 500uH and 25mH ±5% |
| Main Resistance (R1) | 100Ω ±1% non-inductive |
| Output Impedance | 50Ω and 400Ω ±1% non-inductive; optional 10Ω |
| Voltage Control | Manual front panel knob or USB control |
| Polarity Control | Positive and Negative; alternating control available via USB |
| Voltage Display | 4-digit LED display |
| Voltage Meter Resolution | 5V |
| Voltage Meter Accuracy | ±1% between pulses |
| Duty Cycle | 20s between pulses; continuous duty |
| Energy Measurement | |
| Works Only When | 25mH inductor selected |
| Display Resolution | 1 Joule |
| Repeatability | ±2 Joules between pulses |
| Reading Range | 3000V to 5100V |
| Electrical | |
| Line Voltage | 120V AC, 50/60Hz; 230V AC ±10%, 50Hz (CE) |
| Safety | |
| Safety Interlock | 2-pin terminal block on rear panel; shorted for operation |
| Outputs - Front | |
| 50Ω, 400Ω, AUX, MEAS. POINT | High voltage insulated rigid 4mm socket - Red |
| RETURN | High voltage insulated rigid 4mm socket - Black |
| Y1, Y2, SINE WAVE | BNC |
| Outputs - Rear | |
| Energy Measurement | High voltage insulated rigid 4mm socket - Red |
| Ground | High voltage insulated rigid 4mm socket - Black |
| TestMinder | DB9 Female |
| Inlet Module | Inlet module with fuse and power switch combination |
| Environmental | |
| Operating Temperature | 15-28°C |
| Relative Humidity Range | 0-90% non-condensing |
| General | |
| Dimensions | 17" wide x 11" high x 17" deep |
| Weight | 40 lbs. approx. |
| Product Package | MegaPulse D8-PF Tester MegaPulse D8-PF User Manual High Voltage Test Leads Qty 3 (Red), Qty 2 (Black) NIST traceable calibration certificate to ANSI Z540 Calibration waveforms |
