Loading Rheostat 6.5KW Bank
Product Code : SCL-PLE-11832
The JLab India 6.5kW Loading Rheostat Bank is a heavy-duty power dissipation instrument engineered for the empirical testing of medium-to-large alternators, transformers, and industrial DC power plants. Capable of handling a continuous load of 6,500 Watts, this workstation provides a controlled, variable resistive load to quantify the efficiency, heat-run, and voltage regulation of power systems. It is a critical asset for University Engineering departments and Power Grid Training Centers for demonstrating high-current circuit dynamics.
Technical Specifications
| Tender Specification | OEM Technical Detail |
| Max Power Capacity | 6.5kW (6,500 Watts) Continuous |
| Resistive Element | Industrial-grade Cupro-Nickel or Kanthal alloy for minimal thermal drift |
| Core Material | High-density vitrified ceramic or porcelain for extreme thermal endurance |
| Adjustment Control | Multiple heavy-duty toggle switches for incremental step-loading |
| Cooling System | Forced-air cooling with integrated high-CFM industrial fans |
| Operating Voltage | Compatible with DC and Single-Phase AC (220V–415V) |
| Interface Hardware | Heavy-duty brass terminals or 4mm safety-shrouded binding posts |
| Chassis | Floor-standing, ventilated steel enclosure with industrial castors |
| Protection | Over-temperature thermal cutout and master MCB (Miniature Circuit Breaker) |
Certification | ISO certificates available on request |
Key Pedagogical Outcomes (Bloom’s Taxonomy Alignment)
- Power Systems Interface: Facilitates student understanding of the behavior of generators under heavy load, supporting the study of Alternator Voltage Regulation and Efficiency.
- Thermal Quantification: Enables the physical study of energy conversion; learners apply high-current loads to measure the heat generated and calculate the required airflow for thermal equilibrium.
- Network Analysis: Supports the analysis of "Line Losses"; students evaluate how a 5kW draw affects the voltage drop across simulated distribution lines and connectors.
- Safety & Standards Evaluation: Allows students to evaluate and practice industrial safety protocols, including high-power grounding (earthing) and the monitoring of thermal stress in electrical components.
International Logistics & Compliance
JLab India ensures comprehensive OEM readiness for global institutional procurement:
- Packaging: Export-grade, reinforced seaworthy crating (ISPM-15 compliant). The internal resistive banks are secured with heavy-duty bracing to prevent core fracture or wiring displacement during maritime transit.
- Documentation: Includes Manufacturer’s Authorization Form (MAF), Certificate of Conformance (CoC), and a factory-verified test report specifying the current-carrying capacity for each switchable branch.
- Durability: Tropicalized design featuring anti-corrosive powder coating and high-temperature silicone-insulated wiring, ensuring consistent performance in humid or non-climate-controlled environments.
Direct OEM Sourcing Advantages
Procuring the JLab India 6.5kW Loading Rheostat Bank directly ensures vertical manufacturing control:
- High-Current Switch Reliability: We use industrial-grade contactors and switches rated for high-arcing environments, ensuring a service life that withstands years of student experimentation.
- Precision Resistance Grids: Direct oversight of the wire-winding process ensures that the total 6.5kW load is distributed evenly, preventing localized "hot spots" that can cause premature element failure.
- Direct Factory Spares Availability: Guaranteed availability of replacement ceramic cores, resistive coils, and industrial fans to maximize the long-term ROI of the laboratory equipment.
- Manufacturing Control: Direct oversight of the earthing and insulation resistance testing ensures that the chassis remains safe for student contact even when dissipating maximum power.
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