Resistive Load Bank
Product Code : SCL-PLE-11822
The StemAids Resistive Load Bank is a heavy-duty electrical testing instrument engineered for the empirical study of power sources, generators, and battery discharge characteristics. This apparatus provides a controllable electrical load by converting electrical energy into heat through a series of high-wattage resistive elements. Manufactured to ISO 9001:2015 standards, it is an essential tool for University-level electrical engineering labs and vocational training centers for quantifying the performance of power systems under real-world stress conditions.
Technical Specifications
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Tender Specification |
OEM Technical Detail |
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Load Type |
Purely Resistive (Unity Power Factor) |
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Power Rating |
Available in various capacities (e.g., 1kW,3kW,5kW up to industrial scales) |
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Voltage Compatibility |
Single-Phase (220V–240V) or Three-Phase (415V) AC/DC |
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Resistive Elements |
High-grade Ni-Chrome or Stainless Steel sheathed heaters |
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Load Stepping |
Multiple toggle switches or rotary selectors for incremental load adjustment |
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Cooling System |
Forced-air cooling via integrated high-CFM industrial fans |
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Monitoring |
Integrated Digital Meters for Voltage (V), Current (A), and Power (kW) |
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Protection |
Emergency Stop, Over-temperature cutout, and Short-circuit protection |
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ISO Compliance Code |
Manufactured under ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems |
Key Pedagogical Outcomes (Bloom’s Taxonomy Alignment)
- Power Interface: Facilitates student understanding of how electrical energy is dissipated as thermal energy, supporting Thermodynamics and Electrical Power Systems modules.
- Source Performance Quantification: Enables the physical study of generators and UPS systems; learners apply incremental loads to determine the "Voltage Regulation" and efficiency of a power source.
- Circuit Analysis: Supports the analysis of Ohm’s Law and Kirchhoff’s Laws at high power; students evaluate how current increases linearly with the number of parallel resistive steps engaged.
- Safety & Thermal Evaluation: Allows students to evaluate the importance of thermal management in electrical engineering; observing the activation of cooling systems and temperature rises during prolonged loading.
International Logistics & Compliance
StemAids ensures comprehensive OEM readiness for global institutional procurement:
- Packaging: Export-grade seaworthy crating (ISPM-15 compliant). The unit is secured with heavy-duty internal bracing and vibration-dampening mounts to protect the resistive grids and cooling fans during maritime transit.
- Documentation: Includes Manufacturer’s Authorization Form (MAF), Certificate of Conformance (CoC), and a comprehensive Wiring Schematic and User Manual.
- Durability: Tropicalized design featuring powder-coated anti-corrosive steel enclosures and high-temperature internal wiring, ensuring longevity in demanding laboratory or workshop environments.
Direct OEM Sourcing Advantages
Procuring the StemAids Resistive Load Bank directly ensures vertical manufacturing control:
- Custom Load Profiling: We can manufacture load banks with specific resistance steps tailored to your local curriculum or industrial testing standards.
- High-Grade Element Selection: Direct oversight of the resistive alloy selection ensures a low temperature coefficient, meaning the resistance remains stable even as the elements glow red-hot.
- Direct Factory Spares Availability: Guaranteed availability of replacement heating elements, industrial fans, and heavy-duty toggle switches to maximize the long-term ROI of institutional assets.
- Manufacturing Control: Direct oversight of the insulation and earthing (grounding) process ensures the highest level of operator safety during high-voltage power testing.
