AMETEK Programmable Power announces it has added the ability to sink and regenerate DC current to its RS and MX Series Power Sources. This new option will significantly reduce operating costs.
“The addition of this option to an RS or MX Series power source with AC Sink installed allows users to source and sink both AC and DC currents at up to 100 percent of the source’s rated output power. When sinking current, the current is regenerated and returned to the electrical grid reducing the operating cost of electricity,” according to the company.
A common application that is ideal for sinking AC current is regenerating current back into electrical grids while testing inverters. A common DC sink application is simulating batteries connected to a bidirectional converter in hybrid electric motor vehicles.
“When purchasing a new RS or MX Series power source, customers can purchase the SNK option to sink only AC current, the SNK-DC option to sink only DC current, or both options for ultimate versatility,” according to the company.
