ITECH IT6000B | Regenerative Bidirectional DC Power Supply
Combine source, load and energy recovery in one system to cut test effort, energy loss and footprint for battery, PV and converter testing.
- ✓ Bidirectional and Regenerative Source/Load
- ✓ 0–2250 V / 0–2040 A
- ✓ Up To 2 MW Parallel Operation
Regenerative Bidirectional DC Power Supply With Energy Recovery
ITECH IT6000B: Bidirectional DC Source and Regenerative Load for High-Power Test Applications
The ITECH IT6000B Series consists of regenerative bidirectional DC power supplies for test applications with changing power flow. They operate as DC sources or regenerative electronic DC loads and cover different voltage, current, and power ranges depending on the model.
In source mode, the IT6000B Series supplies DC power; in sink mode, it feeds energy back into the grid. Charge, discharge, and regenerative processes can therefore be tested without switching between a power supply and a separate load. Depending on the model, up to 2250 V and 2040 A are available, covering applications from low-voltage high-current to high-voltage testing.
The waveform generator supports arbitrary waveforms and LIST files via USB. This allows load profiles, voltage dips, starting sequences, and DC waveforms to be simulated. For automotive testing, waveforms according to DIN 40839, ISO 16750-2, and ISO 21848 are integrated. CC/CV priority supports voltage- or current-controlled test sequences.
Using SiC technology, the IT6000B Series provides up to 18 kW in 3U. In master/slave parallel operation, the power can be expanded into the megawatt range. USB, CAN, LAN, and digital I/O are standard; GPIB, analog, and RS232 are optional. The series is suitable for battery charge/discharge testing, bidirectional DC/DC converters, PV I/V simulation, and energy storage testing.
Alternative Products:
Alternatives for DC source/sink applications include the ITECH IT6000C Series, the ITECH IT6600C Series for higher power density, dual-channel operation, or scaling, and the ITECH IT-M3900B Series for compact test setups.Related Product Categories:
Power Supplies / Sources | Bidirectional Devices | Electronic LoadsPlan Your Bidirectional DC Test Setup
Need source, sink and energy recovery in one setup? We help define voltage range, power, dynamics and interfaces so the IT6000B fits your test profile from the start.
Variants
Specifications
| Device Type | 2-in-1 system consisting of a bidirectional DC power supply and regenerative electronic DC load |
|---|---|
| Operating Mode | regenerative DC source/sink system with two-quadrant operation |
| Switching | source and sink operation selectable via button on the front panel |
| Voltage Range | depending on the model, 0 to 2250 V |
| Current Range | up to 2040 A in a single cabinet, up to 8000 A with parallel connection between cabinets |
| Power Density | up to 18 kW in 3U |
| Parallel Operation | master/slave operation up to 2 MW |
| Energy Flow | bidirectional energy transfer with seamless switching between source and sink |
| Energy Recovery | energy feedback to the grid with up to 95% regenerative efficiency according to the manufacturer |
| Power Electronics | third-generation SiC technology |
| Control | CC/CV Loop Speed and CC/CV Priority Setting |
| Battery Testing | battery cycle testing with CC, CV and CP operation |
| Waveform Generator | integrated generation of arbitrary waveforms |
| LIST Import | import of LIST files via USB |
| Driving Profile Simulation | dynamic profiles with up to 10,000,000 points |
| Automotive Tests | partially pre-compliant with LV123, LV148, DIN 40839, ISO 16750-2, SAE J1113-11, LV124 and ISO 21848 |
| PV Simulation | simulation of solar array I/V curves with SAS1000 |
| Battery Simulation | curve simulation of different batteries with BSS2000 |
| Data Logging | external data logging via USB storage device |
| Standard Interfaces | USB, CAN, LAN and Digital I/O |
| Optional Interfaces | GPIB, analog and RS232 |
| Protection Functions | OVP, ±OCP, ±OPP, OTP, protection against transient voltage dips and anti-islanding protection |
Options & Accessories
| IT-E510-15U | 15U cabinet, grey, 800 mm × 550 mm × 907.64 mm |
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| IT-E511-15U | 15U cabinet, black, 800 mm × 550 mm × 907.64 mm |
| IT-E510-27U | 27U cabinet, grey, 800 mm × 600 mm × 1441.41 mm |
| IT-E511-27U | 27U cabinet, black, 800 mm × 600 mm × 1441.41 mm |
| IT-E510-37U | 37U cabinet, grey, 800 mm × 600 mm × 1885.91 mm |
| IT-E511-37U | 37U cabinet, black, 800 mm × 600 mm × 1885.91 mm |
| IT-E168 | optical fiber kit for parallel communication between individual units |
| IT-E169 | optical fiber kit for parallel communication between cabinets |
| IT-E165A-250 | reverse polarity protection unit, 750 V / 250 A |
| IT-E165A-400 | reverse polarity protection unit, 750 V / 400 A |
| IT-E165A-500 | reverse polarity protection unit, 900 V / 400 A |
| IT-E165B | Anti-EMF protection unit to prevent reverse current |
| BSS2000 | battery simulation software as Basic BSS2000, Advanced BSS2000 Pro or Multi-channel BSS2000M |
| SAS1000 | solar array simulation software as SAS1000L (<15 kW), SAS1000 or Multi-channel SAS1000M |
| FCS3000 | fuel cell simulation software |
| IT-E258U-15U | 5 m power cord for 15U unit |
| IT-E258U-27U | 5 m power cord for 27U unit |
| IT-E258U-37U | 5 m power cord for 37U unit |
| IT-E176-grey | GPIB communication card |
| IT-E177-grey | RS232 and analog interface card |
| IT-E8003 | ITECH warranty extension up to 3 years |
| IT-E8005 | ITECH warranty extension up to 5 years |
Scope of Delivery
| Device(s) of the IT6000B series in the ordered configuration |
| Model- and country-specific power cord |
| USB communication cable |
| LAN communication cable |
| Factory test report |
Applications
| High-Power Batteries | testing of batteries and battery packs |
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| Battery Charging and Discharging Tests | testing of charging, discharging and regenerative profiles |
| Battery Cycle Tests | operation with CC, CV and CP profiles |
| Battery Simulation | curve simulation with BSS2000 |
| Battery Discharge Tests | independent load operation for discharge testing |
| Automotive Electronics | testing of components and onboard power behavior |
| Automotive Motors | DC tests in electric drive environments |
| Vehicle Chargers | testing of chargers and charging electronics |
| Bidirectional DC/DC Converters | testing of both energy flow directions |
| Renewable Energies | DC tests in PV and energy storage applications |
| Solar Chargers | testing of DC input and load profiles |
| PV Inverters | testing of PV inverters and microinverters |
| Solar Array Simulation | PV curve simulation with SAS1000 |
| MPPT Tests | testing of maximum power point tracking on PV inverters |
| Photovoltaic Energy Storage Systems | simulation of PV and battery inputs |
| Power Semiconductor Components | high-speed and high-power tests |
| Electronic Assemblies | high-speed tests with dynamic profiles |
| High-Power Tests | tests with high DC power |
| Telecommunications | testing of telecom and BBU systems |
| LED Products | DC supply and load tests |
| UPS Systems | testing of uninterruptible power supplies |
| Electric Motors and Generators | DC tests in drive and generator applications |
| Electroplating and Welding | DC power tests in industrial processes |
| ATE Systems | integration into automated test systems |
| Consumer Goods | DC tests on electronic consumer products |
| Fuel Cell Simulation | simulation with FCS3000 |
Videos
Links & Downloads
Available Documents (Subject to Change)
Supplier
LXinstruments has been supplying ITECH equipment since 2020. When an individual instrument needs to become part of a complete test system, we support you with product selection, system sizing and integration into the automation environment. The key is to ensure that the DUT, power requirements, interfaces and test sequence work together.
We also use ITECH equipment in customized test systems. Depending on the test application, we combine power supplies, electronic loads, grid simulation and measurement technology so that the functions match both the DUT and the test sequence.