Compact Power Redefined High-Performance DC Load | 5 kW - 10 kW - 15 kW
ELR 10000 3U
The ELR 10000 3U series from EA Powered is a compact, regenerative DC load solution designed to deliver exceptional efficiency and flexibility for high-demand applications. With a power output of up to 15 kW per unit and an energy recovery system boasting 96% efficiency, it’s an eco-friendly and cost-effective choice for industries ranging from renewable energy to battery testing. Its autoranging input, advanced function generator, and extensive connectivity options ensure reliable and precise operation across a broad range of voltages and currents.
Key Features
Energy Recovery Technology: Converts consumed DC energy into AC and feeds it back to the grid with up to 96% efficiency.
High Power Density: Delivers up to 15 kW in a compact 3U design, optimizing valuable rack space.
Flexible Autoranging Input: Provides adaptable voltage and current combinations for diverse applications.
Built-In Function Generator: Supports complex waveforms and simulations for precise testing.
Comprehensive Connectivity: Features standard USB, Ethernet, and analog interfaces, with optional industrial ports like CANopen and Profinet.
Why Partner with W5 Engineering?
Expertise
At W5 Engineering, we specialize in power electronics, providing unmatched knowledge of EA Powered products. Our team of technical sales engineers ensures you find the perfect solution for even the most complex requirements.
Custom Solutions
We deliver customized configurations and integrations tailored to your unique applications. Whether for R&D, production, or testing, W5 Engineering ensures your power systems meet exact specifications.
Rapid Shipping
With on-hand inventory and advanced logistics, we minimize lead times to keep your projects on track. Enjoy seamless delivery and peace of mind with our reliable shipping network.
Customer Support
Our dedicated support and technical teams are with you every step of the way, offering expert assistance from installation to troubleshooting. We’re committed to your success with responsive service and training.
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Product Information
Unparalleled Performance and Efficiency in a Compact 3U Design
The ELR 10000 3U series is the ultimate programmable DC load solution, combining compact design with unmatched efficiency. Its energy recovery system allows for up to 96% efficiency, reducing operational costs by feeding consumed energy back into the grid. With power outputs of 5 kW, 10 kW, or 15 kW, the ELR 10000 3U is engineered to handle demanding applications in battery testing, fuel cell research, and renewable energy systems.
Built for versatility, the ELR 10000 3U features autoranging input stages, enabling flexible voltage and current combinations to maintain consistent power across a broad operating range. This makes it an ideal choice for applications requiring both high precision and adaptability. Additionally, the integrated function generator allows for customizable waveforms and dynamic simulations, ensuring accurate and reliable testing for various scenarios.
Engineered with the modern user in mind, the ELR 10000 3U offers comprehensive connectivity options, including USB, Ethernet, and analog interfaces, with optional ports for CANopen, Profinet, and more. Its intuitive TFT touchscreen interface ensures ease of operation, while the robust master-slave bus enables scalable solutions for high-power applications, supporting systems up to 960 kW. The ELR 10000 3U sets a new benchmark for efficiency, precision, and sustainability.
Specifications
AC Input
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- Voltage, Phases:
- 208 V / 380 V / 400 V / 480 V ±10%, 3ph AC
- (208 V 3ph AC with derating to 3 / 6 / 9 kW)
- Frequency: 45 – 66 Hz
- Power Factor: >0.99
- Leakage Current: <5 mA
- Overvoltage Category: 2
- Pollution Degree: 2
- Voltage, Phases:
DC Input (Static)
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- Load Regulation CV: ≤0.05% FS (0 – 100% load, constant input voltage and temperature)
- Line Regulation CV: ≤0.01% FS (208 V – 480 V AC +10% input voltage, constant load and temperature)
- Stability CV: ≤0.02% FS (over 8 hours interval following 30 minutes warm-up, constant input voltage, load, and temperature)
- Temperature Coefficient CV: ≤30 ppm/°C (following 30 minutes warm-up)
- Compensation (Remote Sense): ≤5% UNominal
- Load Regulation CC: ≤0.1% FS (0 – 100% load, constant input voltage and temperature)
- Line Regulation CC: ≤0.01% FS (208 V – 480 V AC +10% input voltage, constant load and temperature)
- Stability CC: ≤0.02% FS (over 8 hours interval following 30 minutes warm-up, constant input voltage, load, and temperature)
- Temperature Coefficient CC: ≤50 ppm/°C (following 30 minutes warm-up)
- Load Regulation CP: ≤0.3% FS (0 – 100% load, constant input voltage and temperature)
- Load Regulation CR: ≤0.3% FS + 0.1% FS current (0 – 100% load, constant input voltage and temperature)
Protective Functions
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- OVP: Overvoltage protection, adjustable 0 – 110% UNominal
- OCP: Overcurrent protection, adjustable 0 – 110% INominal
- OPP: Overpower protection, adjustable 0 – 110% PNominal
- OT: Overtemperature protection (output shuts down in case of insufficient cooling)
DC Input (Dynamic)
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- Rise time 10 – 90% CC: ≤2 ms
- Fall time 90 – 10% CC: ≤2 ms
Display Accuracy
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- Voltage: ≤0.05% FS
- Current: ≤0.1% FS
Insulation
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- AC input to DC input: 3750 Vrms (1 minute, creepage distance >8 mm) *1
- AC input to case (PE): 2500 Vrms
- DC input to case (PE): Depending on the model, see model tables
- DC input to interfaces: 1000 V DC (models up to 360 V rating), 1500 V DC (models from 500 V rating)
Interfaces (Digital)
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- Built-in, galvanically isolated:
USB, Ethernet (100 MBit) for communication, 1x USB host for data acquisition - Optional, galvanically isolated:
CAN, CANopen, RS232, ModBus TCP, Profinet, Profibus, EtherCAT, Ethernet
- Built-in, galvanically isolated:
Interfaces (Analog)
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- Built-in, galvanically isolated: 15 pole D-Sub
- Signal range: 0 – 10 V or 0 – 5 V (switchable)
- Inputs: U, I, P, R, remote control on/off, DC input on/off, resistance mode on/off
- Outputs: Monitor U and I, alarms, reference voltage, status DC input, status CV/CC
- Accuracy U / I / P / R: 0 – 10 V: ≤0.2%, 0 – 5 V: ≤0.4%
Device Configuration
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- Parallel Operation: Up to 64 units of any power class in the 10000 series, with Master-Slave Bus and Share Bus
Safety and EMC
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- Safety Standards: EN 61010-1, IEC 61010-1, UL 61010-1, CSA C22.2 No 61010-1, BS EN 61010-1
- EMC Compliance: EN 55011 (Class B), CISPR 11 (Class B), FCC 47 CFR part 15B (Class B)
- EN 61326-1 Includes tests: EN 61000-4-2, EN 61000-4-3, EN 61000-4-4, EN 61000-4-5, EN 61000-4-6
- Safety Protection Class: Class 1
- Ingress Protection: IP20
Environmental Conditions
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- Operating Temperature: 0–50 °C (32–122 °F)
- Storage Temperature: -20–70 °C (-4–158 °F)
- Humidity: ≤80% relative humidity, non-condensing
- Altitude: ≤2000 m (≤6,600 ft)
- Pollution Degree: 2
Mechanical Construction
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- Cooling: Forced air flow from front to rear (temperature-controlled fans)
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 19” x 3U x 668 mm
- Weight:
- 5 kW unit: 18kg (40 lb),
- 10 kW unit: 25.4 kg (56 lb),
- 15 kW unit: 32.8 kg (72 lb)
Need More Channels?
Need more channels or 1 MS communication speed? Check out the EA BT 2000 Series with triple channel capability.
Interfaces and Software
Built-In Interfaces
Optional Interfaces
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- USB
- Ethernet
- Analog
- USB Host
- Master-Slave-Bus
- Share-Bus
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- CAN
- CANopen
- RS232
- Profibus
- EtherCAT
- Profinet, with one or two ports
- Modbus, with one or two ports
- Ethernet, with one or two ports
Software
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- EA-Power Control
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