LB3980 DC Load Banks (10-576V, 0-1200A)

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Product Overview
PITE LB3980 DC Load Banks are designed for ease of use, portability, and versatility. They provide a programmable, constant current load for battery discharge testing, which is essential for verifying battery capacity. The LB3980 is suitable for various testing needs, including capacity, performance, acceptance, and compliance testing. It features per-cell monitoring and auto-shutdown for enhanced safety and offers over 75 standard models to meet diverse industry requirements.

Key Features

Wireless communication for remote monitoring.
DataView software for live monitoring, data recording, and report exporting.
Auto-shutdown based on time, voltage, capacity, and cell voltage.
Parallel operation with other LB-Series units for increased capacity.
Compatibility with existing non-LB load banks.
Built-in circuit breakers for emergency shutdown and overload protection.
Optional DAC package for real-time cell voltage display.

Data Acquisition Case (DAC)
The optional DAC package allows wireless monitoring and recording of each cell's voltage during discharge, enabling targeted cell replacement to save time and costs. DACs can connect up to 12 cells and are compatible with various battery types.

Data View Software
DataView software enables real-time monitoring and data import from the load bank. It provides detailed histograms and exports data to Microsoft Excel, allowing customization of reports with company and battery information.

Kit Includes

LB3980 Load Bank
DataView Management Software
Carrying Case
Load Cables and Voltage Test Leads
PC Communication Interface
Ground Cable and AC Power Cord
USB Drive with Software/User Manual
Optional DAC Package and CT Clamp

Technical Specifications

Cell Voltage: Standard DAC for 1.2V, 2V, 6V, 12V; optional custom configurations.
Discharge Current Range: 12 – 600A (single load), up to 1200A (parallel load).
Discharge Voltage Range: 10 – 576V with various voltage steps.
Accuracy: 1% for current, 0.5% – 0.8% for voltage.
Resolution: 0.1 A or 0.5% for current, 0.001 V for voltage.
Sampling Interval: Seconds to 1 minute.
Data Transfer: USB and Wireless (466 MHz).
Display: Backlit LCD.
Operating Environment: –40 °C to 104 °F.
Power Requirements: 110/220 VAC 50/60 Hz or DC from connected batteries.

Model Specifications
The document lists various standard models with maximum discharge currents at different voltages, providing flexibility for different applications. Custom models are available upon request.

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LB3980 DC Load Banks (10-576V, 0-1200A) Product Overview PITE LB3980 DC load banks are designed for user ease of use, portability, and versatility in mind. Discharge testing batteries is the only veriﬁable method the capacity of your batteries and the LB3980 delivers a programmable, constant current load for your testing needs. Whether you are load testing for capacity, performance, acceptance, NERC compliance, or other, the LB3980 provides an economical complete package solution. Increase employee and battery system safety with PER CELL monitoring and standard built in auto-shutdown features. To suit a variety of industries and diverse applications, we offers over 75 standard models to ﬁt your exact needs at the best price. • Safely monitor live tests remotely with wireless communication to the LB load bank • DataView software includes live monitoring, data recording, and report exporting to Microsoft Excel • Discharge auto-shutdown for time duration, total string voltage, capacity, and individual cell voltage • Parallel with another LB-Series unit for increased discharge current capacity • Assistant discharge feature allows for compatibility with existing nonLB load banks • Increase current and add individual cell monitoring to your existing equipment with LB-Series • Built-in circuit breakers for emergency shutdown and overload protection • Optional: Real-time display of voltage for each cell/unit with DAC package for 1.2V, 2V, 6V, 12V cells • Optional: Custom DAC packages available for monitoring of uncommon cell voltages and conﬁgurations Data Acquisition Case (DAC): PITE LB3980 Load Banks come with an optional DAC package allowing the voltage of EACH CELL to be wirelessly monitored and recorded during discharge. The DAC package allows the user to evaluate the health of each cell and replace only the cells that require replacement - saving time and money by signiﬁcantly reducing labor hours and replacement costs. Typical connection of DAC’s to the battery cells include a test lead connected to each cell from the DAC. Each DAC can connect up to 12 cells. DAC’s are expandable to any size battery system and are compatible with VRLA, VLA, NiCad, and other battery types.

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LB3980 DC Load Bank Data View Software The included DataView software allows the user to monitor the discharge test in real- time or import and view tested data from the load bank with the provided USB drive. View and print a detailed histogram of each cell’s voltage from any point during the discharge test at user deﬁned intervals of 15, 30, or 60 minutes. Recorded data exports directly to Microsoft Excel. Users are able to customize thereport with company name and location as well as input battery information including battery make, cell type, rated capacity, and more. The complete test criteria,...

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LB3980 DC Load Bank LB-Series Standard Models *Custom models available upon request Maximum Discharge Current At:

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LB3980 DC Load Banks (10-576V, 0-1200A)

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