Load banks are essential tools in power system maintenance and commissioning. They simulate electrical loads to safely test equipment- generators, UPS systems, and transfer switches — without disrupting operations.
There are several different types of load banks, each suited to different testing scenarios. Understanding the difference can help ensure accurate system validation and performance assessment.
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Resistive load banks convert electrical energy directly into heat, simulating real-world resistive loads like lights, heaters, and other standard building equipment.
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Inductive load banks simulate "lagging" power factor loads — similar to motors, transformers, and inductive ballasts — using a combination of resistive and reactive elements.
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Capacitive load banks create a "leading" power factor load, ideal for testing power systems with non-linear or reactive load profiles (like electronics-heavy facilities).
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Electronic load banks deliver programmable, variable, or constant power to simulate highly precise load profiles — ideal for circuit-level diagnostics and high-voltage applications.
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While Foxfab does not provide load banks or testing services, we specialize in Load Bank Connection Cabinets that enable safe, code-compliant connections between your power source and temporary load bank equipment.
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Whether you're testing backup generators, transfer switches, or UPS systems, Foxfab provides the infrastructure that makes testing possible — efficiently and safely.
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