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Programmable AC & DC
Electronic Loads

High-density and regenerative programmable DC/AC electronic loads for AI server, battery, power supply
and renewable energy grid-following and grid-forming testing.

Approximating Real-World Operation Conditions with Controllable and User-Define Current Draw

Programmable Current Draw Profile & Load Simulation




Draw current and test the stability and efficiency of power sources as well as auxiliary infrastructures - electronic loads, either developed on linear or swich-m0de architectures, simulate the operation profile of real-world devices ranging from a complete AI server or module of GPU, to a high-power energy storage battery or even the local utility to which the source will be tie-up to after deployment.

ActionPower's programmable AC & DC loads are available in various form factors with different focuses of operational features to align with your testing applications. Linear mode with high-dynamics, or switch-mode with regenerative power recovery, or both of them. We are not one of the options - here we have all options for you.

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Testing Applications with Programmable Electronic Loads

Discover load simulations ad use cases with electronic loads by industries

load simulation AC electronic load for grid interoperability testing

Alongside standard CC, CV, CP and CR operation modes, ActionPower's electronic loads simulates dynamics real-world current draw with both standard-defined profiles as well as custom automation sequences that users may setup through the power control interface and softwares.

Primary Application and Use Cases

  • Grid integration testing with emulated weak-grid conditon
  • High-dynamics AI server load profiles
  • High-speed I-V tracking
  • Complete battery discharge
grid code compliance testing
Grid Code Compliance
Grid Code Compliance

AC load simulators by ActionPower integrate FPGA-based RLC models for replicating complex islanding conditions and weak grid environments, against which PCS and inverters as sources are tested for grid connectivity as per IEEE and UL standards.

AI Data center testing with dc load simulator
AI Server Infrastructure
AI Server Infrastructure

By simulating AI server load with high-dynamics and high power ratings, DC load simulators are applied for validating the AI infrastructure's robustness against the highly volatile power stresses as if in real-world data centers.

battery recycling with dc electronic load
2nd Battery Recycling
2nd Battery Recycling

Recycling 2nd battery requires the enforcement of negative voltage against the same for completely discharging the remaining energy, an advanced DC electronic load with regenerative functionality is intended in this case for sustainable battery end-of-life processing.

solar energy testing by implementing dc load for tracking I-V curve
Photovoltaics I-V Tracking
Photovoltaics I-V Tracking

High-dynamic linear DC loads are ideal instruments for safely sinking and measuring a solar panel's output through Constant Voltage (CV) and Constant Current (CC) modes to accurately map the panel's I-V output profiles.

PRL
PRL DC Load Simulator

Dynamics & Regeneration Accommodated

The latest unprecedented innovation by ActionPower is the PRL DC programmable electronic load that breaks the boundaries between linear and switch-mode loads with the advantages of both integrated into one platform.

Models Options of Programmable Electronic Load

Frequently Asked Questions about Electronic Loads

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What is an electronic load and how does it work?

An electronic load is a programmable device that simulates real-world load conditions by drawing current or power from a power source. It operates in various modes like constant current (CC), constant voltage (CV), constant power (CP), and constant resistance (CR).

Which industries commonly use electronic loads?

Electronic loads are widely used in power supply manufacturing, battery testing, EV and BMS validation, solar and renewable energy systems, telecom base stations, and data center power systems.

What are the main operating modes of an electronic load?

The key modes are constant current (CC), constant voltage (CV), constant power (CP), and constant resistance (CR). Each mode serves different testing purposes based on the DUT’s behavior and requirements.

What is the difference between CC and CP modes?

In CC mode, the electronic load sinks a fixed current regardless of voltage, ideal for battery testing. In CP mode, it adjusts current dynamically to maintain constant power, which is useful for motor or power device testing.

Can I use electronic loads in automated test systems (ATE)?

Yes, most modern electronic loads support SCPI or Modbus commands for full integration with ATE systems, enabling remote control, sequencing, and data acquisition in automated testing environments.

How do regenerative electronic loads save energy?

Regenerative electronic loads return absorbed energy back to the grid instead of dissipating it as heat. This greatly reduces cooling requirements, lowers operating costs, and supports sustainable laboratory environments.

What safety features are built into electronic loads?

Electronic loads typically include protections such as over-voltage protection (OVP), over-current protection (OCP), over-power protection (OPP), and short-circuit protection (SCP) to safeguard both the device under test (DUT) and the equipment.

Can electronic loads test dynamic performance?

Yes. By switching between load levels at high speed, electronic loads allow engineers to evaluate the dynamic response of power supplies, batteries, and converters, including overshoot, undershoot, and recovery times.

What factors should I consider when selecting an electronic load?

Key factors include maximum voltage, current, and power ratings, minimum operating voltage, accuracy, dynamic response speed, regenerative capability, and available communication interfaces for automation.

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