4000 SERIES
Data Sheet Model 4900
The Avtron Model 4900 are resistive,
AC load banks designed for outdoor
installation when up to 2500 kW of
resistive load is required.
LOAD BANK RATINGS Cooling System
Standard capacity ratings of: Approximately 46,000 CFM cooling is provided by integral TEFC or TEAO motors which are
direct coupled to the cooling fan blade.
• 1000 kW • 2250 kW
• 1500 kW • 2500 kW The fan motor is fully protected with fuses, motor starter contractor, and overload relay.
• 2000 kW Operator Controls
Standard load step resolution of either The standard load control for the 4900 is a manual 19" rack mount panel. Controls
5 or 50 kW. include: Power On/Off switch, Blower Start/Stop push buttons, Master Load On/
Off switch, and Individual Load Step switches. Visual indicators include: Power On,
Select from standard three phase Blower On, and Blower/Air Failure.
voltage ratings of:
Other control options are available, please consult factory.
• 480-60Hz • 600-60Hz
• 400-50Hz Construction
The 4900 is constructed using heavy gauge aluminized steel per ASTM A463. It is designed
Please consult factory for non-standard
for continuous outdoor weatherproof operation. Forklift channels are provided in the base
ratings. for lifting.
All exterior fasteners are stainless steel. The main input bus, load step relays, fuses, and
Blower Motor Control blower/control relays are located in the main enclosure.
External blower connection is required. In- Finish
ternal blower connection to the main load The 4900 has a high quality baked polyester powder coated finish with a film thickness
bus is available. Please contact factory. of 2.8 +/- 0.4 mils per coat. The standard color is gray (ANSI 61).
An external 120V, 1 Phase, 60 Hz supply is
required for control circuit operation. Two Year Warranty Included
An optional step-down transformer is The equipment is covered by an industry exclusive 24-month parts and labor warranty.
available to provide the required con-
trol power. The transformer receives its
power from the blower motor circuit
described above.
Model 4900 Specifications
Resistor Elements 89.69 [2278.00]
Avtron load banks use helically wound 75.25 [1911.00] 84.00 [2134.00] 5.69 [144.00]
REMOVABLE
chromium alloy Helidyne elements. 36.00
[914.00] MIN
ACCESS PANELS
BOTH SIDES
Elements are fully supported across ALLOW CLEARANCE
FOR MAINTENANCE
their entire length by segmented
GUARD
ceramic insulators on stainless steel SCREENS
AIR IN
AIR OUT
rods. These elements are designed to
SCREENED
2.50 [63.00] SCREENED
operate at approximately 1/2 of their 93.12
[2365.00]
2.50 [63.00]
CUSTOMER CONTROL
AND FAN CONNECTION
maximum continuous wire rating. REMOVABLE COVER
LOUVERED
LOAD INPUT
A PANELS
Elements are positioned within the cool-
CONNECTIONS A
B
B 4.75 [120.00]
ing airstream for optimal performance. C C 4.75 [120.00]
REMOVABLE
2.50 [63.00]
Changes in resistance due to temperature
ACCESS PANELS
32.50
[825.00] BOTH SIDES
are minimized by maintaining conservative FORKLIFT ACCESS
3.00 x 9.00 [76.00 x 229.00] CL
watt densities. 33.00 [838.00]
TYP 2 PLACES
21.50 [546.00]
REF
The overall load tolerance of the 4900
load bank is -0, +5%. This ensures that All dimensions are in inches [millimeters].
advertised kW is delivered at rated Specifications subject to change without notice.
voltage.
The elements are continuously rated at Ambient Temperature Documentation -
the specific voltage. Tests at lower volt- The 4900 load bank is designed for Operating Manual
ages, with a corresponding reduction in continuous duty cycle with no limitations. A comprehensive operator's manual is
overall rating, may be carried out. The ambient temperatures range is -20°F supplied electronically via a USB drive.
to 120°F (-28°C to 50°C).
Safety Features Sections include: Safety, Installation,
A differential pressure switch is inter- Mounting Operation, Maintenance, and Trouble-
locked with the load application controls shooting.
The 4900 is designed for outdoor
to prevent load from being supplied if
installation on a concrete pad or Testing and Standards
cooling air is not present.
structural base.
An overtemperature switch is provide Avtron load banks comply with NEMA,
to sense the load bank exhaust. The Power Terminals and Cable Entry NEC, and ANSI standards. Quality control
switch is interlocked with the load system is certified to ISO9001 standards.
The power terminals are located behind
application controls to disable load a removable, bolt on access panel. The Weight and Dimensions
from being supplied if an over- 4900 has a recommended conduit entry
temperature condition is present. area underneath the power terminal as- Dimensions (approx. in/mm) Weight
(approx.
The fan motors are protected with fuses sembly to facilitate load cable installation. Length Width Height lb/kg)
and overloads.
Major fault protection is provided by
Optional Accessories 90/ 75/ 93/
3600/1633
2278 1911 2365
branch circuit fuse protection. Fuse • Control Power Transformer
protection is provided on all load steps. • NEMA 4 Type Control Panel Enclosure
The exterior of the load bank has • Automatic Load Control
appropriate warning and caution • Digital Metering with Data Logging
statements on access panels. • SIGMA 2 Digital Controls
Internal access is restricted by bolt on • Remote I/O Control
exterior panels. • Pilot Relay Control
• PLC Control
The air intake on the 4900 is designed
• Arctic Rating (low temperature)
to prevent objects greater than 0.50"
diameter from being ingested into the
unit.
Horizontal air discharge is provided and
exhaust air is directed downward away
from personnel.
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