and offers greater usability , bringing load banks in line with other electrical equipment . In addition , digital integration provides the basic infrastructure required to add additional capabilities in the future , as they be developed .
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Despite the seeming stability of load banks and their applications , the increasing diversity of electricity generation and storage means that although the core function of a load bank is not new , the number of instances requiring a load bank is ever increasing .
While for some complex applications a custom load bank solution designed specifically for its application is necessary , in many cases an off-the-shelf solution will be more than fit for purpose , especially for those that need a product to be delivered quickly .
Power Prove ’ s standard load banks comprise of an AC and DC range to suit various applications within a faster delivery timeframe . The latest innovation in AC load banks — the AC100-CPT — is compact and lightweight with 100 kilowatts ( kW ) of load capacity . At
Gone are the days where load banks have to resemble an outdated piece of kit with an aged design and user experience .
just 31 kilograms ( kg ), the AC100-CPT offers exceptional capacity to weight ratio , making it ideal for high-capacity generator testing in hard-to-reach areas . The included transport case means service vans can easily be equipped with one of these units to get load banks to sites without pulling a trailer and even without using much of the valuable cargo space .
It ’ s not just diesel generator testing and maintenance that requires load banks , but there ’ s actually also an increasing number of DC applications , in part thanks to the electrification of the automotive market . For example , automotive DC load bank applications include testing the performance of EV charging points before installation , and also to ensure safe battery discharge when EV batteries reach their end of life .
For these increasing DC applications Power Prove ’ s DC600-PRO compact load bank provides 30 kW of capacity and precise control from 0.6A to 600A . Available with or without DIGILOAD , each of these off-the-shelf models offer advanced load bank capabilities in a much smaller delivery timeframe .
While load banks and their applications are fairly set in stone , it doesn ’ t mean that the technology needs to stagnate . Constant innovations in portability and usability will ensure the market continues to meet end user demands and adapt to new and expanding applications as they arise .
Power Prove is the load bank division of Cressall Resistors . Offering an enhanced standard range in addition to bespoke products Power Prove offers its load bank customers solutions for all requirements . To discuss an application with a member of the team , please get in touch .
For further information , please visit www . cressall . com
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