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Atlas-Megawatt
Portable Load Bank

The Simplex Atlas-Megawatt is an ultra large capacity, high performance Portable Load Bank designed to provide the manufacturers, distributors and users of large AC generators and UPS systems with sophisticated testing capability.

The Atlas-Megawatt provides 1000KW of resistive load at both 240V and 480V, 3-phase. It can be applied at any AC voltage to 480VAC, 50-60-400 Hertz, single or 3-phase. Load step resolution is 5KW.

The Atlas-Megawatt is a totally self-contained testing system. It includes all resistive load elements, load control devices, load element circuit protective devices, connection cable set, cooling system, malfunction detection system, control power supply and test instrumentation.


Principal Sub-Systems

Load Elements: Simplex “Powr-Web” chromium alloy, open wire, continuously supported, power resistor.

Load Control: 3-Pole magnetic contactors.

Load Element Circuit Protection: Branch circuit fuses. One set of fuses each 50KW branch. Fuses are current limiting type, 200,000 AIC, 600V, enabling safe use on large generating or UPS system.

Cooling System: 3-phase, direct-drive fan, 26,000 CFM.

Malfunction Detection System: Protection against fan failure, high exhaust air temperature, high intake air temperature, overvoltage and fan reversal.

Control Power Supply: Dual voltage control power transformer with supply power switchable to internal (generator) or external.

Test Instrumentation: 3½”, +/- 2% accuracy panel meters. Options available.

Remote Control: Load control switch panel removable for remote operation. Connection plugs will accept optional remote control cables.

Connection: 12’ connection cable set including 3-phase power cables, ground cable and external control power cord, stored behind hinged door in rear compartment.

Simplex Load Banks can be used to satisfy the requirements of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) for emergency stand-by power systems.

 

Trailer-mounted Atlas-Megawatt Portable Load Bank

Atlas-Megawatt mounted on an optional highway trailer


Features


Ultra-high capacity, dual voltage

Fine load step resolution with toggle switch load control

Utilizes the UL Recognized, “Powr-Web” load element


Branch circuit fuse protection of load elements

Totally self-contained

Fan/control power-source is operator selectable:
Internal Power - Fan and control circuits powered internally, does not require external power
External Power - Fan and control circuits powered from external 3-phase outlet or other external source

Integral high capacity cooling fan with reversal fan motor

3-phase connection cable set stowed in over-sized cable compartment

Compact, rugged, portable enclosure with lift eyes, forklift channels, and casters

Double wall construction for cool exterior

Control compartments thermally insulated from load elements

Hinge-open control panel doors

Comprehensive automatic malfunction detection system with alarm lights

Test instrumentation

Remote control capability

Control Panel

AC instrumentation, 3½”, +/- 2% accuracy panel meters:
AC voltmeter with 3-ph. transfer switch, 0-600V
AC ammeter with 3-ph. transfer switch, dual scale, 0-2500/500A, with range selector switch
Frequency meter, 45-65 Hz

Load step control toggle switches

Master load control toggle switch

Control power switch

Voltage selector switch

Fan reversal switch

Operational indicator lights
:
Normal Operation
Overvoltage
Fan failure/over temperature

 
 
SPECIFICATIONS

Capacity
1000 KW at 240/480V, 3-ph.
750 KW at 208/416V, 3-ph.
607 KW at 240V, 1-ph.

Voltage
Dual: 240/480V AC, 3-ph. Operational at any voltage to 480V AC max., 1-ph. or 3-ph.

Frequency
50, 60, 400 Hertz

Load Step Resolution
5KW

Fan/Control Power
230/460V, 3-ph., 60Hz
190/380V, 3-ph., 50Hz
Switchable internal (generator) - External control power requirements: 230/460V, 3-ph., 60Hz 10/20A
230/460-115V control power transformer internal to Load Bank
15' external power cord

Connection
3-wire plus ground

Fault Rating
200,000 AIC

Insulation Rating
600V, 302°F

Duty Cycle
Continuous

Ambient Air Temp.
120°F max.

Air Temperature Rise
390°F max.

Net Weight
2800 lbs.

Dimensions
48” W x 80” H x 73” D

Enclosure
NEMA-1 drip proof

Options

Instrumentation: 3½", +/- 2% accuracy, or 4½", +/- 1% accuracy or digital:
Substitution of higher accuracy meters for standard 2% meters
Kilowatt meter

For use with auxiliary inductive Load Bank:
Kilovar meter
Power factor meter

Four 1KW load steps

Remote control cables

Complimentary Load Banks to increase capacity:

1000KW auxiliary resistive Load Bank with 100KW load step resolution, dual voltage

"Reactive-750", auxiliary inductive Load Bank; 750 KVAR, 3.75 KVAR load step resolution, dual voltage

Total load current transformer bank. Permits system of Atlas-Megawatt plus auxiliary Load Banks to be metered from panel of Atlas-Megawatt

Centralized control of system of Atlas-Megawatt plus auxiliary Load Banks

NEMA-3R weatherproof configuration of Atlas-Megawatt enclosure. Includes removable exhaust hood or hinge-open protective door with safety interlock over air-exhaust outlet

Highway trailer

Click here for a complete list of options available for Large Portable Load Banks.
 
Dimensions and
Key Features Diagram

 
 


ATLAS-MEGAWATT PORTABLE LOAD BANK
CAPACITY DETAIL

 
VOLTAGE (AC) 480V, 3-PH. 416V, 3-PH. 380V, 3-PH. 240V, 3-PH. 208V, 3-PH. 240V, 1-PH.
KW (1.0 P.F.) 1000 750 630 1000 750 667


ATLAS-MEGAWATT PORTABLE LOAD BANK
LOAD STEP DETAIL

 

KW EACH STEP (1.0 P.F.)

QUANTITY

480V, 3-PH.

416V, 3-PH.

480V, 3-PH.

240V, 3-PH.

208V, 3-PH.

240V, 1-PH.

1

5

3.75

3.1

5

3.75

3.3

1

10

7.5

6.3

10

7.5

6.7

1

20

15

12.6

20

15

13.3

1

25

18.75

16

25

18.75

16.7

1

50

37.5

31

50

37.5

33.3

4

100

75

63

100

75

66.7

 1

500

375

315

500

375

333
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Simplex Inc., 5300 Rising Moon Road, Springfield, IL 62711-6228
800-637-8603 • 217-483-1600 (24 Hr.) • FAX 217-483-1616