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Programmable Bi-Directional DC Power Supply

Caltest Instruments offers high-performance programmable Bi-Directional DC power supplies from leading manufacturers including Tektronix Elektro-Automatik* (EA) and Gustav Klein. Bi-Directional DC can operate as Programmable DC source, Sink as well as Regenerative Electronic Load. This makes them particularly suitable for applications like battery testing in e-mobility, battery simulation, fuel cell testing, on-board charger testing, solar array simulation, battery recycling and power electronics. The EA-PSB series bidirectional DC programmable power supply with power levels ranging upto 30kW in single box. EA-PSB series offers, regenerative electronic load with up to 96% efficiency, returning it to the local grid. This helps reduce heat, noise and HVAC costs, making them cost-effective and environmentally friendly. The Gustav Klein offers high-performance regenerative DC power test systems with power level ranging upto 650kW in single cabinet with Single or multi-channel configuration. The multi-channel approach saves Energy consumption from Grid which makes it the most cost effective solution for High Power Battery test, Battery cycler, Motor-Generator test.
programmable dc power source

Bi-Directional DC Power supply

High Power Bi-Directional DC Source/Sink

Multi-channel Bi-Directional
DC Power supply

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FAQ

A bidirectional DC power supply can both source and sink power, making it ideal for battery cycling, energy storage testing, EV powertrain validation, and regenerative system testing.

A bidirectional programmable DC power supply can both source power to a device and absorb power from it, enabling controlled two‑way energy flow during testing.

A standard DC supply delivers fixed or manually adjusted output.
A programmable DC power supply allows:

  • Precise digital control of voltage and current
  • Remote operation via software
  • Automated test sequences
  • Data logging and protection settings

They are commonly used for:

  • Power electronics testing
  • Battery and BMS validation
  • EV and EV subsystem testing
  • Industrial electronics
  • R&D, validation, and production testing

Typical industries include:

  • EV, automotive, and Battery
  • Renewable energy and energy storage
  • Industrial automation
  • Aerospace and defense

Choose a bidirectional DC power supply when:

  • The DUT can return energy
  • Battery or ESS testing is required
  • Regenerative operation is important
  • You want to reduce test system complexity

Yes. In sink mode, a bidirectional DC power supply functions as a programmable electronic load, eliminating the need for a separate load instrument.

Yes. They are commonly used for:

  • EV powertrain subsystems
  • On‑board chargers (OBC)
  • DC‑DC converters
  • V2G and bidirectional charging development

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*Tektronix EA Elektro-Automatik products are applicable for Caltest (Germany & UK) only.