Chroma 63101A Programmable DC Electronic Load Module

Overview

The Chroma 63101A is a modular programmable DC electronic load module designed for integration into the 6310 series mainframe systems. Operating at 80V, 40A, and 200W, it provides state-of-the-art load simulation capabilities with high-precision measurement and control. The module is ideal for design validation, production testing, and automated test system integration where multiple loads can be synchronized or paralleled.

Key Features

• 80V, 40A, 200W capacity with CC, CR, CP, and CV operation modes
• Dynamic loading with speeds up to 20kHz and 0.32mA/s to 10A/s slew rate
• 16-bit precision voltage and current measurement with dual-range capability
• User programmable 100 sequences with front panel input status display
• Fast response time of 20µs for dynamic load simulation of D/D converters
• OCP (Over Current Protection) testing function with automatic detection
• High/Low limits for GO/NG testing
• Remote sensing capability for accurate voltage measurement
• Short circuit test simulation
• Full protection: OV, OC, OP, OT, and reverse polarity protection
• USB, GPIB, and RS-232 interface capability (mainframe dependent)
• Multiple modules can be paralleled for increased current and power

Applications

• Testing switching power supplies and A/D converters
• Power electronic component validation and design verification
• Battery discharge testing with timing and capacity measurement
• Overcurrent and overpower protection circuit testing
• Design verification and automated test system integration
• Production line testing with multiple load modules in parallel configuration