availability of unused SIMPLEX UNUSED load bank 1 MW

No. 1 LOADBANK SIMPLEX – NEVER USED – 0 WORKING HOURS, MOD. TRITON HV-1000 (60 Hz)

Specifications:

RESISTIVE LOAD BANK

1000 KW@ 1.0  P.F.

4160:480V, 3ø, 60 HZ

Forced air cooled 35.000 CFM Required

150-300°F Temperature Rise

120°F Max Intake Temp.

WEIGHT KG. 7500

Dimensions: width cm 250, length cm. 580 high cm 285

This equipment is a Resistive Load Bank, specifically the Triton HV-1000 model - a sophisticated electrical testing device used primarily for testing and maintaining electrical power systems.

Purpose and Function 

A load bank serves as an artificial electrical load that simulates real-world power consumption conditions. This particular unit can handle 1000 kW (1 megawatt) of power, making it suitable for testing large-scale electrical systems such as:

• Generator testing: Verifying that backup generators, UPS systems, and power plants can handle their rated capacity 
• Power system commissioning: Testing new electrical installations before they go live 
• Maintenance verification: Ensuring power equipment operates correctly after repairs or upgrades 
• Load simulation: Recreating specific electrical load conditions for troubleshooting 

Key Technical Features 

• High voltage capability: Operates at 4160V primary with 480V secondary (3-phase, 60Hz) 
• Resistive loading: Provides a pure resistive load with 1.0 power factor, meaning it draws real power without reactive components 
• Forced air cooling: Requires 35,000 CFM (cubic feet per minute) of airflow to manage heat dissipation 
• Temperature management: Designed for 150-300°F temperature rise with maximum 120°F intake temperature 

Why It's Valuable 

This is industrial-grade testing equipment essential for facilities with critical power requirements like hospitals, data centers, manufacturing plants, and utilities. The "never used" condition makes it particularly valuable since load banks are substantial investments (typically $100,000+ for units of this capacity) and are built to last decades with proper maintenance. 

The equipment essentially allows engineers to "stress test" power systems safely and controllably, ensuring reliability before critical systems depend on them.