Load Bank for Marine Generator Load Test

The load testing of marine generator sets mainly has the following important significance and steps:
Significance:
1) Ensure reliable performance: verify whether the generator set can provide stable and continuous power supply under various working conditions on board the ship to ensure the normal operation of ship equipment.
2) Verify compatibility: confirm good compatibility and collaboration with other parts of the ship's power system.
3) Identify potential issues: identify potential faults or performance deficiencies in advance for timely resolution.
Steps:
1) Preparation work: connect the load bank to the generator set, check the wiring, etc.
2) No load test: start the generator set for no-load operation, check the basic parameters and operating status.
3) Gradual loading: gradually increase the load of the load bank according to a certain gradient, and monitor changes in parameters such as voltage, frequency, and current.
4) Different load tests: run for a long time under different load levels to observe the stability and response of the generator set.
5) Sudden loading and unloading test: simulate a sudden increase or decrease in load to verify the dynamic performance of the generator set.
6) Full load test: achieve the rated load of the generator set and ensure that it can operate normally at full load.
7) Record data: detailed recording of test data for each stage, including various electrical parameters, operating time, temperature, etc.
8) Analysis and evaluation: conduct a comprehensive evaluation of the performance of the generator set based on test data to determine whether it meets the requirements.
9) Problem handling: if any problems are found, repair or adjust them in a timely manner, and then retest.

The following are the specific applications of load banks in load testing of ship generator sets:

1) Simulate actual load: By accurately setting different load values, simulate the load conditions of various electrical equipment during navigation, such as lighting, communication, navigation, and other systems operating simultaneously.

2) Performance evaluation: It can comprehensively evaluate the output characteristics of the generator set, including whether the output power is stable, whether voltage and frequency fluctuations are within the allowable range, and the response speed under different load changes.

3) Overload capacity detection: It can apply loads beyond normal operation to determine the bearing capacity and effectiveness of protection functions of the generator set under extreme load conditions.

4) Long term operation test: Connect the load bank for a long time for continuous load testing to examine the durability and reliability of the generator set, and identify potential long-term operation problems.

5) Power factor adjustment: Some load banks have the function of adjusting the power factor, which can be used to test the performance of the generator set under different power factor loads.

6) System compatibility verification: Help verify the compatibility and collaborative work ability between the generator set and other electrical equipment and systems on the ship.

7) Fault diagnosis assistance: During the testing process, observing the operating status and data feedback of the load bank and generator set can help identify potential fault points or abnormal situations, providing a basis for subsequent maintenance and repair.

5MVA/4MW/3Mvar Resistive Inductive Load Bank

 

5MVA/4MW/3Mvar resistive inductive load bank was designed specialy for marine generator load test.Container type,IP54,horizontal air intake and outlet,local and remote control mode with PLC system,RJ45 communication interface for net cable connection between load bank and PC,support load data save and printing,power cables connected with copper bar(inside the load bank) and quick connector(water proof),Ni-Cr alloy resistor,axial fans,noise less than 80dB in 3 meters.Full sealed on the load bank enclosure top.Lift lugs for movement.

3125KVA/2500kW/2000kvar Resistive Inductive Load Bank

 

3125kVA,2500kW,2000kvar resistive inductive load bank can be used for marine generator load test. Container type design,IP54 rating.Horizontal air intake and vertical air outlet. Local manual control and remote PC control with PLC system,RJ45 communication interface,support load data save and printing.power cables connected with copper bar(inside the load bank) and quick connector(water proof),Ni-Cr alloy resistor,axial fans,noise less than 80dB in 3 meters.Full sealed on the load bank enclosure top.Lift lugs for movement.