California Instruments SQ0045 SEQUOIA Programmable Regenerative Grid Simulator, 45kVA, 1-3 Phase

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Introducing the California Instruments SQ0045 Programmable Regenerative Grid Simulator, a cutting-edge solution designed for advanced AC testing applications. This simulator is engineered with state-of-the-art SiC power switching architecture, delivering high power capabilities within a compact and robust floor-standing chassis. Ideal for various testing environments, it seamlessly integrates flexibility and intelligence to meet diverse grid simulation and renewable energy testing needs.

The California Instruments SQ0045 operates intuitively via its menu-driven front panel controller, featuring a full-color touch display that provides clear visibility into setup data, menus, and real-time measurements. With standard connectivity options including RS232C, USB, and LAN, as well as optional IEEE-488 interfaces, this simulator offers comprehensive programmability through the widely-adopted SCPI command protocol, enabling remote operation from an external computer.

Thanks to the exceptional versatility of the California Instruments SQ0045, it can fulfill multiple roles in your testing apparatus, functioning as an AC/DC Programmable Power Source, AC/DC Grid Simulator, or AC/DC Resistive/Complex Electronic Load. This simulator is particularly adept at regenerating current from various renewable sources, such as PV inverters and wind turbines, achieving nearly complete power recovery. The device boasts seamless switchover capabilities between source and sink modes, along with the ability to program parallel RLC configurations, effectively emulating test conditions specified by global standards including IEC 61727 and IEC 62116. Furthermore, the simulator's grid simulator mode adeptly replicates a spectrum of grid conditions, from robust to weak grids, while its electronic load mode effectively simulates onboard battery charger loads for electric vehicles (EVs). With an impressive 85% power recovery efficiency, it not only conserves electricity but also significantly minimizes thermal emissions in the laboratory setting.

Specifications for the California Instruments SQ0045 Programmable Regenerative Grid Simulator Include:

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