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Disconnect any electronic devices like motor drives, PLC’s, transmitters, etc. before performing insulation testing. Electronics can be damaged by applying higher than normal voltage.
The effect of temperature should be considered - it is recommended that tests be performed at a standard conductor temperature of 20 °C (68 °F) or that a temperature baseline is established while compensating future readings by using a DMM with a probe or an infrared thermometer.
Select a test voltage appropriate for the insulation being tested. The objective is to stress the insulation but not to over-stress it. When in doubt, use a lower test voltage. It’s usually appropriate to test insulation at twice the voltage it normally sees: for example 460 V to 600 V rated equipment is often tested at 1000 V.
When using an insulation tester, leave the leads connected when you stop the test. The insulation tester can discharge any residual test voltage.
Conductors that are close to each other have a normal capacitance. This will cause an insulation resistance reading to start low and increase steadily until it stabilizes. This type of increase is normal, but if the reading jumps violently down and up again this indicates arcing.
Although the current is tightly limited, an insulation tester can generate sparks and minor but painful burns. The unexpected surprise can cause an operator to jerk away. As always, work away from live systems and use safe work practices when working overhead.
Insulation Specifications | |
Measurement Range | 0.01 to 100 MΩ |
Test Voltages | 50 V, 100 V Accuracy: + 20%, -0% |
Insulation Test Current | 1 mA nominal |
Auto Discharge | Discharge time < 0.5 s for C = 1 µF or less |
Maximum Capacitive Load | Up to 1 µF load |
Multimeter Specifications | |
Voltage DC | Maximum: 1000 V Maximum Resolution: 1 mV Accuracy: ± (0.09% + 2) |
Voltage AC | Maximum: 1000 V Maximum Resolution: 0.1 mV Accuracy: ± (2% + 3) |
Current DC | Maximum: 400 mA Maximum Resolution: 0.01 mA Accuracy: ± (0.2% + 2) |
Current AC | Maximum: 400 mA Maximum Resolution: 0.01 mA Accuracy: ± (1.5% + 2) |
Resistance | Maximum: 50.0 MΩ Maximum Resolution: 0.1 Ω Accuracy: ± (0.9% + 2) |
Capacitance | Maximum: 9999 µF Maximum Resolution: 1 nF Accuracy: ± (1.2% + 2) |
Frequency | Maximum: 99.99 kHz Maximum Resolution: 0.01 Hz Accuracy: ± (0.1% + 1) |
Temperature | Maximum: -40 to 998.6°F (-40 to 537°C) Maximum Resolution: 32.1°F (0.1°C) Accuracy: ± (1% + 10) |
General Specifications | |
Temperature | Operating: -4 to 131°F (-20 to 55°C) Storage: -40 to 140°F (-40 to 60°C) |
Power Supply | 4 x AA Batteries (NEDA 15A or IEC LR6) |
Battery Life | Meter: 1000 hrs Insulation Test: > 1000 tests |
Dimensions | 8 x 4 x 2" (203 x 100 x 50 mm) |
Weight | 1.2 lbs (0.55 kg) |
All returns must be authorized. Items returned prior to authorization will not be accepted. For international customers where applicable, customers must ship any returns to us freight and duty prepaid. Return freight charges for internationsl shippments will be the responsibility of the customer.
Defective new equipment may be returned for warrantyrepair/exchange to us within (5) days of the shipment receipt date. After five (5) days, returns will be handled by direct contact and in accordance with the warranty terms of the item's manufacturer. Items that have malfunctioned due to mishandling, electrical overload, etc., will be subject to repair charge.
Non defective new equipment will be authorized for return within five (5) days of the shipment receipt date if the equipment is still in new, re-sellable condition with the original manual(s), accessories, packing material and carton. We reserve the right to reject returnsin which there is no original packaging, missing accessories, damage or visible signs of usage of the item. A restocking fee of up to 25% of purchase price may apply. Special orders and dangerous goods are non-returnable.
(Do not write anytingon the manufacturer's original package or use as a shipping carton. Include all accessories, manuals and warranties.)
Please, include a copy of the packing list or invoice with a reason for the return. Your return authorization number is valid for thirty (30) days.
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Please also note that the shipping rates for many items we sell are weight-based. The weight of any such item can be found on its detail page. To reflect the policies of the shipping companies we use, all weights will be rounded up to the next full pound.
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Defective new equipment may be returned for warrantyrepair/exchange to us within (5) days of the shipment receipt date. After five (5) days, returns will be handled by direct contact and in accordance with the warranty terms of the item's manufacturer. Items that have malfunctioned due to mishandling, electrical overload, etc., will be subject to repair charge.
Non defective new equipment will be authorized for return within five (5) days of the shipment receipt date if the equipment is still in new, re-sellable condition with the original manual(s), accessories, packing material and carton. We reserve the right to reject returnsin which there is no original packaging, missing accessories, damage or visible signs of usage of the item. A restocking fee of up to 25% of purchase price may apply. Special orders and dangerous goods are non-returnable.
(Do not write anytingon the manufacturer's original package or use as a shipping carton. Include all accessories, manuals and warranties.)
Please, include a copy of the packing list or invoice with a reason for the return. Your return authorization number is valid for thirty (30) days.