B&K Precision Corporation
22820 Savi Ranch Parkway, Yorba Linda, CA 92887
Tel: 714-921-9095, Fax: 714-921-6422
www.bkprecision.com
Specifications subject to change without notice
Model 8500
300W Programmable DC
Electronic Load
Data Sheet
Model 8500
300W Programmable DC Electronic Load
The model 8500 is an affordable full-featured Programmable Electronic DC Load with a high
degree of accuracy and great display resolution. They are great units for DC Power Supply and
DC-DC Converter testing and calibration. Because the are fully programmable via the RS 232
or optional USB interface they are ideal for Automated Test Systems.
■ Operates Between 0-120VDC, 1mA-30A (300W MAX)
■ High Resolution 0.1mA/1mV (range dependent)
■VFD Display
■ CV/CC/CW/CR Operation
■ Over-Current/Over-Voltage/Over-Power/Over-Temperature Protected
■ RS 232 Interface Cable and Software Included
■ Optional USB Interface Available (order IT-E132)
■Thermostat Controlled Internal Fan
Range Accuracy Resolution
Load Regulation 0-18V ±(0.05%+0.02%FS) 1mV
0-120V ±(0.05%+0.025%FS) 10mV
0-3A ±(0.1%+0.1%FS) 0.1mA
0-30A ±(0.2%+0.15%FS) 1mA
Current Measurement 0-3A ±(0.1% + 0.1%FS) 0.1mA
0-30A ±(0.2%+0.15%FS) 1mA
Voltage Measurement 1.5-18V ±(0.02% + 0.02%FS) 1mV
1.5-120V ±(0.02% + 0.025%FS) 10mV
Voltage Current Power
Input rating ( 0 ~ 40ºC) 0 to 120V 1mA to 30A 300 W
Specifications
model
8500