AC500

500kW resistive load bank

For a high-power load bank, consider the AC500. With 500kW power, it is a highly effective way to verify an electrical supply.

 It has the option of 3-phase or 1-phase power ratings, and its ease of use and adaptability to various operating environments make it an excellent choice for many engineers.

Load capacity (kW)

500

Available voltages (VAC)

400/415

Frequency (Hz)

50 (60 with external auxiliary supply)

Control options

Manual or digital

Portability

4 heavy-duty castors (2x braked) and 2x fork-lift pockets

Key features

Easy connections

Powerlock style connectors fitted to the main load terminals make connection to the supply under test simple, fast, and secure. The power connections are located away from the control panel.

Portable

Integrated forklift points allow you to easily transport the AC500 load bank to any location.

As heavy duty castors are included as standard, you can move the load bank around on-site. Alternatively, if you would prefer for the design to be installed in a fixed location, the heavy-duty castors can be replaced by mounting brackets with holes for anchor bolts.

Reliable construction

The resistor elements used are from our catalogue of highly robust industrial stamped grid technology using stainless steel. The construction puts the cooling airflow in direct contact with the conductor surface to maximise heat transfer, thus providing the longest possible operating life for the elements.

Optional extras

Remote control

Available for units fitted with Digiload, the remote provides the ability to control a load bank via a wired connection. Housed in a rugged IP66 case it includes a 10” touch screen & emergency stop

Protective PVC cover

Available for additional protection during transport or storage

Supply cables

Lengths of 5m, 10m, 25m as standard. Terminated each end with Powerlock source sockets (for load bank connection) and cable lugs (for connection to supply under test)

Anchor bolt mounting plates

Available for permanent installation. (no-cost option since supplied instead of heavy duty castors)

500kW load bank technical specification

Voltage rating

Connection interfaces

Operating environment

Construction

400V 3-phase AC 50Hz (or 60Hz with external control supply)


Power ratings

3-phase

Load step resolution

25.0kW

Maximum capacity

500kW

1-phase

Load step resolution

8.33kW

Maximum capacity

166.7kW


Control and ventilation

Main controls

Supply source rotary isolator

Fan start/stop buttons

Emergency stop button

Control interface options:

  1. Manual toggle switches and panel mount power meter

  2. Digiload system with 7” touch screen display (control and measurement display)

Cooling

Forced convection

Fans

1 × 8.5kW AC fan, axial type and 2 x control cabinet fans

Fan Noise

95dB at 1m

Control supply

400V 3-phase AC 50Hz

Source

Internal (supply under test) or external supply (recommended)


Load connections

10 x Powerlock plugs (drain); 2 each of 3P, N & PE

External control supply

1 x EN 60309 5-pin 32A plug (inlet); 3P, N & PE

Data downloads

1 x USB Type A

Networking/remote (Digiload version only)

1 x RJ45 & 1 x 8-pin (remote power and e-stop)


Suitable for

Outdoor use

Ambient temperature

5°C to 40°C

Ingress protection

IP23 Load enclosure, IP54 Control cabinet


Construction

Resistor elements

Stamped grid and wire coils

Element material

Stainless steel

Main Enclosure

Dual layer; galvanised sheet steel, painted RAL9002 grey 

Portability

4 x heavy duty castors (2 x braked), 2 x fork lift pockets 


Weight and dimensions

Length

1643mm

Height

1303mm

Width

1164mm

Weight

560kg


Electrical protection

Over current and short circuit fuse protection

Thermal protection

Thermal trips for load and control compartments

Airflow status detection

Downloads

Technical data sheet PDF

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