Chroma 6312 DC Electronic Load Mainframe

Overview

The Chroma 6312 is a programmable DC electronic load mainframe designed for testing and evaluation of multi-output power supplies, DC/DC converters, and power electronic components. It provides a flexible modular platform that accommodates up to four load modules for expanded testing capabilities, with total power capacity of 1,200W and maximum current handling of 240A.

Key Features

• Modular mainframe holds up to four or two load modules (up to 8 loads total)
• Parallel load modules support up to 1,200W total power and 240A total current
• Four operation modes: Constant Current, Constant Resistance, Constant Voltage, Constant Power
• Dynamic loading up to 20 kHz with internal pulse generator
• Adjustable slew rate from 0.32 mA/μs to 10 A/μs
• Built-in voltage, current, and power measurement
• User programmable 100 sequences with front panel status monitoring
• High/Low test limits for GO/NG testing
• Remote sensing capability for improved measurement accuracy
• RS-232 interface included; optional GPIB and USB interfaces

Applications

• Power supply design and validation testing
• DC/DC converter characterization
• Battery charger testing and qualification
• Power electronic component evaluation