Magna Power ALx17.5-200-4200/208SP+LXI DC Electronic Load

Overview

The Magna Power ALx Series MagnaLOAD is a 17.5kW DC electronic load that utilizes linear MOSFET-based dissipative elements, allowing for a wide voltage-current operating range within the model's maximum power rating. Using heat management innovations developed for Magna-Power's high-density programmable DC power supplies, the ALx Series' conservative cooling ensures long product life with continuous full power operation in environments up to 50°C ambient operating temperature.

Key Features

• MagnaLINK™ Distributed DSP Architecture
• 16-bit digital programming and monitoring resolution
• SCPI Remote Programming API
• Multiple control modes: voltage, current, power, resistance, and shunt regulator
• Wide voltage-current-power operating profile (200V, 4.2kA, 17.5kW)
• Integrated front and rear full control USB ports, RS485, and dual MagnaLINK™ ports
• LXI TCP/IP Ethernet connectivity
• Digital plug-and-play master-slaving for system expansion
• Programmable protection limits
• Configurable external analog-digital user I/O
• Designed and manufactured in the USA

Technology

The ALx Series uses MOSFETs for power dissipation, delivering among the industry's widest full-power operating range for its product class. MOSFETs are specifically selected based on their ability to operate in the linear region with safe operating curves well below the maximum power rating. The load current generated by each MOSFET device is defined by VC/Rn, and closed-loop amplifiers enable multiple MOSFETs to share load current equally, ensuring linear response and stability.