GROADA-AC600V-180KVA-RL Resistive Inductive load bank

GROADA AC600V 180 kVA RL Resistive-Inductive Load Bank — Reliable Full-Spectrum Power Testing

Introduction & Value Proposition

When commissioning, maintaining, or validating mission-critical power systems, you need more than “just load.” You need precision, flexibility, and confidence under real-world conditions. The GROADA AC600V 180 kVA RL Resistive-Inductive Load Bank delivers a robust, field-proven platform for full-spectrum generator / UPS / power system testing — combining resistive and inductive load elements in one compact, modular solution.

By simulating both real (resistive) and reactive (inductive) loads (commonly with a target power factor such as 0.8), this RL load bank helps you validate system voltage stability, current response, transient behavior, and the full generator nameplate capability — all before actual deployment.

Key Features & Technical Highlights

1. Dual-Mode Load (Resistive + Inductive)

• Supports resistive loading (for real power) and inductive loading (for lagging reactive power), enabling more realistic power system stress testing.

• Can deliver testing at 0.8 power factor by combining resistive and inductive sections, a commonly accepted standard for generator acceptance tests.

• Offers flexible operation: resistive-only mode, inductive-only mode, or combined RL mode as required.

2. Electrical & Performance Specs

• Rated for 600 V AC input, three-phase (other voltages available upon request).

• Rated capacity: 180 kVA, typically meaning ~144 kW resistive + ~108 kVAR inductive (depending on configuration).

• Load steps as fine as 100 W / 100 VAR (or higher granularity options), allowing precise load modulation.

• Accuracy: ±3% (customizable to tighter tolerances on request).

• Display & monitoring: shows voltage, current, real and reactive power, frequency, power factor, etc.

• Control options: Local manual (breakers, buttons, touch panel) or remote interface (RS232 / RS485 / USB / RJ45 / CAN / GPIB) — enabling integration into test rigs or SCADA systems.

3. Safety, Protection & Reliability

• Emergency-stop (E-stop) protection to instantly remove load under critical conditions.

• Over-temperature, fan failure, over-current, short circuit, and insufficient air flow protection.

• Grounding protection and isolation to ensure safe operation.

• IP rating (e.g. IP20 standard) (optional upgrades for harsher environments).

• Thermal management: side air intake / top exhaust, modular airflow design to reduce hotspots.

• Designed to operate over –10 °C to +55 °C ambient, up to ~2,500 m altitude.

4. Mechanical & Modular Design

• Enclosure constructed from heavy-gauge steel, powder-coated for corrosion resistance.

• Modular sections for resistive and inductive elements; scalable and maintainable.

• Forklift channels or lifting eyes provided for ease of installation.

• Compact footprint given the power class, enabling rooftop, pad, or indoor installation.

• Customization: different frame sizes, color (RAL family), door arrangements, cooling layouts.

Applications & Use Cases

• Generator Commissioning & Load Acceptance Tests
  Validate that your generator set can sustain rated kVA, voltage regulation, transient response, and reactive load behavior before it enters service.

• UPS / Power System Integration Testing
  Emulate real-world loads (including reactive loads such as motors and inductive circuits) to ensure the UPS and switchgear respond correctly under full stress.

• Parallel Generator Synchronization & Load Sharing
  Use the RL load bank to balance and test load sharing across multiple gensets, ensuring stability during parallel operations.

• Routine Preventive Maintenance / Health Checks
  Regular load banking helps avoid “wet stacking” (in diesel gensets running light) and can burn off carbon buildup, improving fuel efficiency and engine life.

  Many industry guidelines recommend at least annual full-load testing under rated power factor.

• Design Validation & R&D in Power Systems
  For OEMs, labs, or integrators, the RL load bank is essential when developing alternators, power converters, controllers, or new power architectures (e.g. microgrids).

• Data Centers, Telecom, Critical Infrastructure
  In critical facilities where downtime is not tolerated, you must ensure every component performs under combined resistive and reactive stress.

Why Choose GROADA’s RL Solution?

Credibility & Trust (E & E & A & T)

• Expertise & Authority: GROADA has decades of experience in power testing equipment, certified by relevant quality and safety standards.

• Certifications & Quality Control: Each RL unit undergoes factory calibration, burn-in, and full functional testing before delivery.

• Transparent Specifications: All electrical, thermal, mechanical parameters are documented and open to customer review or 3rd-party validation.

• Post-Sales Support & Warranty: GROADA offers technical support, spare parts, and extended warranties — helping clients confidently deploy and maintain systems.

Market Differentiators

• Integrated dual-mode design eliminates the need to buy separate resistive and inductive banks — saving cost, footprint, and complexity.

• Fine load step resolution and remote control capability give customers flexibility for nuanced stress tests.

• Strong reliability and proven design reduce lifetime maintenance and downtime risk.

• Customs and configurations possible: if your project needs a custom voltage, power factor, enclosure, or interface, GROADA can accommodate.