Magna Power ALx20-200-4800/208SP DC Electronic Load

Overview

The Magna Power ALx Series DC electronic load utilizes linear MOSFET-based dissipative elements, delivering wide voltage-current operating capability within the model's maximum power rating. Incorporating heat management innovations from Magna Power's high-density DC power supplies, the ALx Series achieves continuous full-power operation in ambient temperatures up to 50°C.

Using MOSFETs in the linear region with closed-loop control, multiple devices can be stacked in a master-slave configuration. Each MOSFET produces load current proportional to its control voltage, with closed-loop amplifiers ensuring equal current distribution across parallel devices.

Key Features

• MagnaLINK™ Distributed DSP Architecture for flexible control topology
• 16-bit digital programming and monitoring resolution
• SCPI Remote Programming API and multiple control modes (voltage, current, power, resistance, shunt regulator)
• Wide voltage-current-power operating profile
• Integrated front and rear USB ports, RS485, dual MagnaLINK™, with optional LXI TCP/IP Ethernet and IEEE-488 GPIB connectivity
• Digital plug-and-play master-slaving capability
• Programmable protection limits and configurable external analog-digital I/O
• Manufactured in the USA

Applications

• Power supply testing and validation under various load conditions
• Battery charging and discharging profile simulation
• Solar panel and fuel cell characterization
• Device burn-in and thermal stress testing
• Load simulation and capacity testing for power sources