High-Efficiency Regenerative DC Loads for Demanding Applications | 60 kW
PUL 10000 6U
The PUL 10000 6U is a state-of-the-art programmable electronic DC load designed for high-performance industrial and laboratory environments. With a power capability of up to 60 kW per unit, it combines exceptional efficiency with advanced regenerative energy recovery, returning up to 96% of consumed energy to the grid. Its autoranging input stage supports a wide range of voltage and current levels, making it versatile for diverse applications, including battery testing, fuel cell research, and solar array simulations. The device’s compact 6U design, robust safety features, and extensive connectivity options ensure seamless integration and reliable operation in any testing environment. Whether operating standalone or in parallel with other units, the PUL 10000 6U delivers unmatched performance and flexibility.
Key Features
Regenerative Energy Recovery: Returns up to 96% of energy to the grid, minimizing energy costs and heat dissipation.
High Power Capability: Delivers up to 60 kW per unit, scalable to systems of up to 3840 kW through parallel operation.
Flexible Autoranging Input: Handles a wide range of voltage and current combinations, supporting up to 2000 V and 480 A.
Advanced Connectivity: Includes built-in USB, Ethernet, and analog interfaces, with optional industrial protocols like Profinet and Modbus.
Compact and Efficient Design: Saves space with a 6U chassis, offering high energy efficiency and robust functionality.
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Available Models
| Name | Power (W) | Current (A) | Voltage (V) | Ripple in CV (pp) | Ripple in CV (rms) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PUL 11500-120 | 60000 W | 120 A | 1500 V | ≤2400 mV (BW 20 MHz) | ≤400 mV (BW 300 kHz) |
| PUL 12000-80 | 60000 W | 80 A | 2000 V | ≤3000 mV (BW 20 MHz) | ≤500 mV (BW 300 kHz) |
| PUL 10920-250 | 60000 W | 250 A | 920 V | ≤1200 mV (BW 20 MHz) | ≤250 mV (BW 300 kHz) |
| PUL 11000-160 | 60000 W | 160 A | 1000 V | ≤1600 mV (BW 20 MHz) | ≤300 mV (BW 300 kHz) |
| PUL 10500-360 | 60000 W | 360 A | 500 V | ≤350 mV (BW 20 MHz) | ≤70 mV (BW 300 kHz) |
| PUL 10750-240 | 60000 W | 240 A | 750 V | ≤800 mV (BW 20 MHz) | ≤200 mV (BW 300 kHz) |
| PUL 10360-480 | 60000 W | 480 A | 360 V | ≤320 mV (BW 20 MHz) | ≤55 mV (BW 300 kHz) |
Product Information
High-Efficiency Regenerative DC Load for Advanced Applications
Designed with advanced functionality, the PUL 10000 6U supports a variety of testing modes, including constant voltage (CV), constant current (CC), constant power (CP), and constant resistance (CR), allowing for precise evaluation of power systems and electronic components. Its digital control system, featuring high-resolution 16-bit ADCs and DACs, ensures accurate and stable performance under dynamic load conditions. The device also integrates robust safety features, including overvoltage, overcurrent, and overtemperature protection, making it reliable for critical testing environments.
The PUL 10000 6U offers extensive connectivity options, including built-in USB, Ethernet, and analog interfaces, as well as optional protocols like Profinet, Modbus, and CAN for seamless integration into automated test systems. Capable of operating in parallel with up to 64 units, this series can scale to support systems of up to 3840 kW. Whether testing renewable energy systems, batteries, or electronic components, the PUL 10000 6U combines efficiency, versatility, and performance to meet the needs of engineers and researchers alike.
Specifications
AC Input
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- Voltage, Phases: 380 V – 480 V ±10%, 3ph AC
- Frequency: 45 – 65 Hz
- Power Factor: ca. 0.99
- Leakage Current: <10 mA
- Phase Current: ≤110 A @ 400 V AC
- Overvoltage Category: 3
DC Output (Static)
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- Load Regulation CV: ≤0.05% FS (0 – 100% load, constant AC input voltage and constant temperature)
- Line Regulation CV: ≤0.01% FS (380 V – 480 V +10% AC input voltage, constant load and constant temperature)
- Stability CV: ≤0.02% FS (during 8 h of operation, after 30 minutes warm-up, at constant AC input voltage, load, and temperature)
- Temperature Coefficient CV: ≤30 ppm/°C (after 30 minutes warm-up)
- Compensation (Remote Sense): ≤5% UNominal
- Load Regulation CC: ≤0.1% FS (0 – 100% load, constant AC input voltage and constant temperature)
- Line Regulation CC: ≤0.01% FS (380 V – 480 V +10% AC input voltage, constant load and constant temperature)
- Stability CC: ≤0.02% FS (during 8 h of operation, after 30 minutes warm-up, at constant AC input voltage, load, and temperature)
- Temperature Coefficient CC: ≤50 ppm/°C (after 30 minutes warm-up)
- Load Regulation CP: ≤0.3% FS (0 – 100% load, constant AC input voltage and constant temperature)
- Load Regulation CR: ≤0.3% FS + 0.1% FS current (0 – 100% load, constant AC input voltage and constant temperature)
Protective Functions
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- Overvoltage Protection (OVP): Adjustable 0–110% UNominal
- Overcurrent Protection (OCP): Adjustable 0–110% INominal
- Overpower Protection (OPP): Adjustable 0–110% PNominal
- Overtemperature Protection (OT): DC output shuts down in case of insufficient cooling
DC Output (Dynamic)
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- Rise Time 10 – 90% CV: ≤10 ms
- Fall Time 90 – 10% CV: ≤10 ms
- Rise Time 10 – 90% CC: ≤2 ms
- Fall Time 90 – 10% CC: ≤2 ms
Insulation
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- AC Input to DC Output: 3750 Vrms (1 minute, creepage distance >8 mm)
- AC Input to Case (PE): 2500 Vrms
- DC-Output to case (PE): Depending on the model, see model table
- DC Output 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
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 output on/off, resistance mode on/off
- Outputs: Monitor U and I, alarms, reference voltage, DC output status, CV/CC regulation mode
- 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 A), CISPR 11 (Class A), FCC 47 CFR part 15B (Class A)
- 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), optional water cooling
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 19” x 6U x 668 mm
- Weight: 76 kg (168 lbs)
- Weight with water cooling: 82 kg (180 lbs)
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
Options
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- Water Cooling in stainless steel
- Function Generator
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