This document is a user manual for the 8500 series DC electronic loads, including safety precautions and operating instructions.
The 8500 series DC electronic loads are two‑terminal instruments used to test power supplies, batteries, and DC converters. They can operate in constant voltage, constant current, constant power, or constant resistance modes and support dynamic load profiles with millisecond switching.
This manual covers safety precautions, installation, front‑ and rear‑panel descriptions, detailed operation procedures, programming via RS‑232 or USB, specifications, and warranty/service information for all models in the series.
| Input voltage range | 0‑120 V (8500) / 0‑500 V (8502) |
|---|---|
| Input current range | 1 mA‑30 A (8500) / 1 mA‑15 A (8502) |
| Maximum power rating | 300 W (8500/8502) |
| CV mode regulation accuracy | ±(0.05%+0.02% FS) |
B&K Precision provides a limited one‑year warranty covering defects in workmanship and materials.