Air-cooled Load Bank
Working Principle
The most common and traditional type of load bank. Its core function is to convert electrical energy directly into heat using power resistors (typically alloy resistors), which is then dissipated into the air via forced air cooling (high-power fans).
Air-cooled Load Banks Key Features
- Simple structure, lower cost: Mature technology, easy to manufacture and maintain, with relatively low initial investment and operating costs.
- Air-dependent cooling: Requires a well-ventilated environment; fan operation can be noisy.
- Complete energy dissipation: 100% of electrical energy is converted into waste heat without recovery
Typical Applications of Air-cooled Load Banks
On-site testing and maintenance of generator sets
(e.g., diesel generators, gas turbines).