The Chroma 63201 is a high-performance, single-channel DC electronic load designed for testing a wide array of DC power sources, power electronic devices, and components. This instrument is particularly well-suited for applications requiring rigorous testing of units such as switch-mode rectifiers (SMRs), Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS), batteries, and fuel cells. The Chroma 63201 offers advanced features including multiple operating modes, precise measurement capabilities, and robust protection mechanisms, making it a reliable tool for laboratory and production environments. Its design prioritizes accuracy, versatility, and ease of integration into automated test systems.
### Technical Specifications
**General:**
* **Model:** Chroma 63201
* **Series:** 63200 Series
**Power Rating:**
* **Continuous Power:**
* 260W (for units before 2004)
* 2600W (for units after 2004)
* **Surge Load Capability:**
* Capable of being overdriven to approximately 5200W (200% of rated continuous power) for short durations (e.g., 6.0 ms)
* Capable of a zero- to-6500W pulse (250%) at a duty cycle of 5%
* Can provide up to 2.7 times of rated power for short duty cycle loading
**Operating Modes:**
* **Constant Current (CC):**
* Range: 0-30A / 0-300A
* Resolution: 7.5mA / 75mA
* Accuracy: 0.1%+0.1% F.S. (for 30A range), 0.2%+0.1% F.S. (for 300A range)
* **Constant Resistance (CR):**
* Range: 0.005-20 ohms / 0.25-1000 ohms
* Resolution: 12 bits
* Accuracy: 0.6mho+0.35% / 9mho+0.1%
* Accuracy (Vin > 7V): 0.6mho+0.35% / 0.012mho+0.35%
* **Constant Voltage (CV):**
* Range: 1-16V / 1-80V
* Resolution: 4mV / 20mV
* Accuracy: 0.05%+0.1% F.S.
* **Constant Power (CP):**
* Range: 0.6-260W / 6-2600W
* Resolution: 7.5mW / 75mW
* Accuracy: 0.5%+0.5% F.S.
**Voltage and Current Specifications:**
* **Maximum Voltage:** 80V
* **Maximum Current:** 300A
* **Minimum Operating Voltage:**
* 0.5V @ 15A (for a specific configuration not fully detailed)
* 1V @ 30A
* 1V @ 300A
* Can draw rated current at very low voltages (1V typical)
**Measurement Capabilities:**
* **Voltage Measurement:**
* Range: 0-16V / 0-80V
* Resolution: 15 bits
* Accuracy: 0.05%+0.05% F.S. / 0.05%+0.1% F.S.
* **Current Measurement:**
* Range: 0-30A / 0-300A
* Resolution: 15 bits
* Accuracy: 0.1%+0.1% F.S.
* **Power Measurement:**
* Range: 0-260W / 0-2600W
* Resolution: 15 bits
* Accuracy: 0.3%+0.3% F.S.
* **Resistance Measurement:**
* Range: 0.008-10 ohms (for a specific configuration not fully detailed)
* Accuracy: (Specific values vary by range and are detailed in datasheets)
* **Built-in A/D Converter:** 15-bit precision
**Dynamic Loading and Slew Rate:**
* **Dynamic Loading:** Up to 20kHz
* **Programmable Slew Rate:** Up to 41A/µs (Specific rates may vary by model within the series, e.g., 5mA-1.25A/µS for 30A range, 50mA-12.5A/µS for 300A range)
* **Dynamic Cycling:** Up to 20kHz
**Timing Functions:**
* **T1 & T2:**
* Range: 0.025-10 mS / 1 mS-30 S
* Resolution: 1μS / 1mS
* Accuracy: 1μS+100ppm / 1mS+100ppm
* **Battery Discharge Timer:** Available for battery discharge testing and similar applications, with settings for final cutoff voltage and timeout values
**Interfaces:**
* **Remote Control:** GPIB & RS-232 interfaces
* **Analog Programming (APG):** Supported
**Protection Features:**
* Over Power Protection (OPP)
* Over Current Protection (OCP)
* Over Voltage Protection (OVP)
* Over Temperature Protection (OTP)
* Reverse Polarity Protection / Reverse Alarm
* Self-diagnosis routine
**Physical:**
* **Dimensions (Cabinet):** 440(W) x 177(H) x 644(D) mm
* **Weight:** 35 kg
* **Cooling:** Fan speed control to minimize audio noise
**Safety & EMC:**
* CE certified
### Why Choose Aumictech for Chroma 63201?
At Aumictech, we specialize in supplying high-end electronic test and measurement equipment. Whether you need precise power testing, advanced component analysis, or reliable battery discharge simulation, our team ensures the Chroma 63201 delivers maximum performance for your application.
