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Load Ranger R

Overview

The Simplex Load Ranger-R is a very large capacity and fully portable load bank system. It is intended for field use in testing, maintenance and performance proving of generating systems. Simplex can configure operation at 480v or 600v. At a 3000kw rating, the Load Ranger-R is typically used to test large diesel generators, turbines, paralleled generators and shipboard generators. Combine the Resistive Load Ranger-R with the Inductive Load Ranger-IR for 0.8 power factor testing. Load Rangers represent the ultimate technology in large generator load testing performance. They can be digitally networked or to any large Simplex Load Bank to form ultra-large systems.

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Features

General

  • With a purpose-built design consisting of rugged, all-welded, monolithic steel frame, heavy gauge steel sides, guarded hinged doors, power-operated ventilation louvers, the Load Ranger R is far superior to designs which use refurbished and modified ISO shipping containers. Three-sided access allows ready service of all components and facilitates the ultra-compact design.
  • Compact and easily transportable, the Load Ranger R is ideal for rental use. With a footprint of only 8 x 7 feet and a height of less than 8 feet, the Load Ranger R is easily transportable by drop-deck flatbed trailer. Lifting eyes and forklift channels simplify site movement.

Control System

  • The Load Ranger R utilizes digital load control for direct access of load values, block transitions, and user programmable automation.
  • The Simplex Load Ranger R represents the ultimate technology in large generator load testing performance. They can be digitally networked to other Load Rangers or to any large Simplex Onsite rental load bank to form ultra large systems

System Protection

  • Sensors, alarms (alarm message on operator interface terminal), lockouts as appropriate, for the following: fan failure, each of two fans; high exhaust temperature, each of two fans; high intake temperature, high interior temperature and over open/closed.

Power Connection

  • Bolt on bus bar and cam-lock style connectors behind hinge-up access door.

Cooling

  • Forced air, vertical airflow. 2 x 10HP, 3-phase, TEFC motor direct driving cast aluminum fan blades. Circuit breaker.

Load Elements

  • Simplex Powr-Web: Open wire, helically wound, chromium alloy, load element thermally derated to 60%. 5% tolerance, 2% balance. .995 p.f. Element wire mechanically supported over entire length such that if a wire should break, the broken wire segments will not short to adjacent conductors or to ground. Load elements are individually serviceable and replaceable in the field without major disassembly of the load bank. The load elements are installed in slide-out, removable trays such that any element is easily accessed without disturbing any other elements.

Enclosure

  • Type 3R control section; Type 3R power section. Epoxy primed, polyurethane finish coating, dark gray and transport, storage D-rings. Lifting eyes, forklift channels, hinged, lockable, access doors with flush latches.

Specifications

Load TypeResistive
Capacity3000KW
Power Factor1.0
Voltages480v, 600v, 3-phase
Frequency50, 60 Hz
Load StepsDigital load control, 5 kw resolution
Load ConnectionBolt on bus bar and cam-lock style connectors behind hinge-up access door
Load ControlDigital touch-screen, movable via cable tether.
Cooling AirflowVertical, Approx 60,000 cfm divided between two cooling fans
Fan/Control PowerInternal, derived from power source under load. Rental Center Configurable: 480v, 600v, 3-phase, 60 Hertz. Control circuits at 120v via internal isolation transformer. Fan motor load: 2 x 10hp, 13A.
Control Power Load3.0 kva, 6.25A
Duty CycleContinuous
PortabilityFork lift channels, lift eyes, trailer mountable
Dimensions96″W x 98″H x 86″D
NetworkableYes
Outdoor SuitableYes

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