Load Bank Testing Step Calculator
Calculate electrical load steps, current draw, and NFPA 110 testing levels for diesel and gas generators.
Generator Specifications
Test Schedule Requirements
25% Step (Warm-up):
25.0 kW (37.6 A)
50% Step:
50.0 kW (75.2 A)
75% Step (NFPA Min):
75.0 kW (112.8 A)
100% Step (Full Load):
100.0 kW (150.4 A)
110% Overload (Optional):
110.0 kW (165.4 A)
Why Load Bank Testing is Critical
Load bank testing simulates real-world electrical demands to verify engine cooling, fuel pressure, exhaust temperature, and governor response. It eliminates wet stacking (unburnt diesel build-up) by reaching optimal combustion temperature.