For data-center acceptance testing, the appropriate load bank depends on the power architecture, load capacity, test conditions, and whether the facility uses conventional or liquid-cooled infrastructure. High-power AC resistive load banks are commonly used to simulate real service loads and verify the performance of UPS systems, generators, and other critical power equipment.
For large-scale or outdoor acceptance projects, container-type load banks provide an integrated solution with the load body, cooling, control, and protection systems. They are designed for high-power on-site testing and can support full-load, overload, and aging tests for large power equipment. For data centers requiring compact or high-density testing, rack-mounted and liquid-cooled load banks can be considered according to the specific application.
VILVA's data-center testing solution is designed around GB50174 requirements and supports testing for standard, high-density, and liquid-cooled data centers, including facilities pursuing A/B/T3/T4-level certification. The testing process can cover power, cooling, environment, fire protection, and monitoring systems rather than evaluating the load bank alone.