AMETEK California Instruments SQ0045 Grid Simulator
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SQ0045 is a programmable four-quadrant regenerative grid simulator with AC/DC power sourcing and advanced load modes for testing renewable energy and grid compliance systems.
Product details
| Model | SQ0045 |
| Manufacturer | AMETEK California Instruments |
| Category | DC Power Supplies |
| Availability | Made to order |
Description
Overview
The AMETEK California Instruments SQ0045 is a high-performance programmable regenerative grid simulator designed for comprehensive testing of renewable energy systems. Using advanced SiC power switching architecture, this four-quadrant instrument delivers full AC/DC source and load capability with a 45 kVA power rating. The system provides extensive control options via front panel, remote interfaces, and advanced software integration.
Key Features
- Full four-quadrant AC/DC power source and load capability
- 45 kVA power rating with dual voltage ranges (0-166 V and 0-333 V)
- Advanced 500 microsecond time resolution for transient testing
- Dual voltage ranges supporting overvoltage testing on 480V systems
- Instrument setups for rapid known-state reconfiguration
- Virtual Panels control software for intuitive operation
- Non-linear current waveform programming during load mode
- Phase coordination among multiple units using LKM/LKS option
- Powerful analog controls for PHIL and modulation testing
- Trigger In and Out for external system coordination
- Auto-paralleling for multi-chassis configurations
- Separate terminal blocks for single-phase and three-phase outputs
- 5-inch color display with intuitive navigation
Applications
- Testing solar inverters and grid interconnection compliance
- Wind turbine power electronics evaluation
- Electric vehicle charging system validation
- Power hardware-in-the-loop (PHIL) simulation
- Renewable energy grid impact assessment
- Complex load emulation and characterization
Specifications
| Total Power | 45 kVA |
| AC Voltage Range (Low) | 0-166 V |
| AC Voltage Range (High) | 0-333 V |
| Frequency Range | 16-550 Hz (expandable with options) |
| Time Resolution | 500 microseconds (transients) |
| Display | 5-inch color touch screen |
| Interfaces | RS232, USB, Ethernet, optional IEEE-488 |
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