SAN DIEGO, CA (July 6, 2022) – AMETEK Programmable Power is pleased to announce that the PLA Series of Air-Cooled Electronic Loads and the PLW Series of Water-Cooled Electronic Loads are RoHS 3 compliant in accordance with EU Directive 2015/863. In addition to the latest certification that will make these products more accessible throughout the European market, both the PLA and PLW Series are now carried under the well-known Sorensen brand at AMETEK Programmable Power. With RoHS 3 compliance and a refreshed look, the PLA and PLW products are set to bring global customers the same high-value capabilities which they are known for. 

The PLA and PLW Series offer operating-mode options which support testing of fuel-cells, batteries, photovoltaic systems, solar-cells and power supplies. For ATE customers, rack space is a highly coveted asset and the PLA and PLW Series offer the industry’s smallest footprint, along with the broadest selection of high voltage models. Both models are capable of being customized to meet customer application requirements. Below you can learn more about the key features and what separates AMETEK Programmable Power’s PLA and PLW products from the competition.

Key Highlights of the Air-Cooled PLA Series:

  • Models available from 800W to 7.5kW (higher power available up to 250kW by request)
  • Standard 60V, 120V, 400V, 600V, 800V and 1000V voltage ratings
  • Multiple loads in one with ranges for voltage, current, resistance, and power
  • Intuitive Front Panel Control: Run sequences, triggers, constant current to constant power cross over
  • Closed-case Calibration
  • Individual FET Protection
  • Standard LabWindows and LabVIEW Drivers and SCPI Command Set
  • RoHS 3 Compliant

Key Highlights of the Water-Cooled PLW Series:

  • Models: 6kW, 9kW, 12kW, 18kW, 24kW, 36kW with additional models available up to 250kW
  • Standard 60V, 120V, 400V, 600V, 800V and 1000V voltage ratings
  • Multiple loads in one with ranges for voltage, current, resistance, and power
  • Intuitive Front Panel Control: Run sequences, triggers, constant current to constant power cross over
  • Closed-case Calibration
  • Individual FET Protection
  • Ultra-compact footprint with one of the industry’s highest power densities, 18kW in 2U
  • Anti-Condensation: Fully integrated temperature control circuit and solenoid valve 
  • Standard LabWindows and LabVIEW Drivers and SCPI Command Set
  • RoHS 3 Compliant


For further information about the PLA and PLW Series and more, visit ProgrammablePower.com.

Company Overview

Located in San Diego, CA, AMETEK Programmable Power designs, manufactures, and markets precision AC and DC programmable power supplies, electronic loads, application specific power subsystems, and compliance test solutions for customers requiring & valuing differentiated power products and services. 

AMETEK Programmable Power boasts one of the industries' broadest portfolios of programmable power products under the well-known and respected Sorensen, Elgar, and California Instruments brands. AMETEK Programmable Power’s products serve a wide range of stimulus (T&M) and process power needs in applications including semiconductor fabrication, commercial and defense ATE, oil exploration, solar array and battery string simulation, avionics, general R&D and EMC compliance testing.

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