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The Megger BM15 5 kV Insulation Testers is easy to use and Features a large, single scale analog display!
The BM15/MJ15 are compact 5kV insulation testers. They are very simple to use and provide a quick and accurate reading of insulation resistance. The instruments use an analog display with a maximum reading of 20 GO.
Features:
Insulation Range | 100 k? to 20 G? (also 0 ? and ?) |
Test Voltages (dc) | 500 V, 1000 V, 2500 V & 5000 V |
Test Voltage Accuracy | ±5% of nominal test voltages on 20 M? load |
Test Voltage Stability | &±1% (180 r.p.m. to 240 r.p.m. MJ15) |
Insulation Accuracy | (at 0 - 30° C) ±2.5% of full scale deflection |
Short Circuit Current | 1.5 mA ± 0.5 mA |
Maximum Capacitance of Load | 5 µF |
Interference Rejection | 1 mA rms at 50 to 60 Hz |
Discharge Resistor | <500 k? |
VOLTAGE RANGE | |
Range | 0 to 600 V ac Indication of dc |
Accuracy | ± 2.5% f.s.d. ac (with rotary switch in the V position) |
General | |
Overload Rating | 720 V ac or dc |
Scale Length | 2.8 in. (72 mm) (96°) |
Power Supply | |
BM15 | 8 x AA cells (LR6 or rechargeable) |
MJ15 | Low voltage brushless Generator and 8 x AA cells (LR6 or rechargeable) |
Battery Life | Typically 2000 five second tests at 5 kV on 100 M? load |
Battery Indicator | Loaded battery test |
Safety | Meets the safety requirements for double insulation to IEC 1010-1 (1995) EN61010 (1995) to installation Category III***, 300 V phase to earth (ground) or 600 V Category I* ***Relates to transient overvoltage likely to be found in fixed installation wiring. *Relates to transient overvoltage likely to be found in special equipment or parts of equipment, telecommunication, electronic etc. |
Non Replaceable Fuse | 1 Amp, 250 V, HBC type (F) (20 mm x 5 mm) to IEC 127/1 This fuse protects the instrument against any faults occurring when using rechargable batteries. |
E.M.C | Meets EN 50081-1 and EN 50082-1 (1992) with a maximum error of ±5% f.s.d. in areas of high R.F. |
Temperature Range | |
Operating | 32° F to 86° F (0° C to 30° C) at full specification -4° F to 122° F (-20° Co 50° C) with temperature coefficient ±0.1%/°C |
Storage | -13° F to 149° F (-25° C to 65° C) |
Humidity Range | 90% RH at 104° F (40° C) |
Dimensions | 8.9 in. x 6.3 in. x 4.5 in. (220 mm x 160 mm x 115 mm) |
Weight | |
BM15 | Approx 2.6 lbs (1.2 kg) |
MJ15 | Approx 3.5 lbs (1.6 kg), or 4 lbs (1.8 kg) with battery holder and cells. |
Insulation Range | 100 k? to 20 G? (also 0 ? and ?) |
Test Voltages (dc) | 500 V, 1000 V, 2500 V & 5000 V |
Test Voltage Accuracy | ±5% of nominal test voltages on 20 M? load |
Test Voltage Stability | &±1% (180 r.p.m. to 240 r.p.m. MJ15) |
Insulation Accuracy | (at 0 - 30° C) ±2.5% of full scale deflection |
Short Circuit Current | 1.5 mA ± 0.5 mA |
Maximum Capacitance of Load | 5 µF |
Interference Rejection | 1 mA rms at 50 to 60 Hz |
Discharge Resistor | <500 k? |
VOLTAGE RANGE | |
Range | 0 to 600 V ac Indication of dc |
Accuracy | ± 2.5% f.s.d. ac (with rotary switch in the V position) |
General | |
Overload Rating | 720 V ac or dc |
Scale Length | 2.8 in. (72 mm) (96°) |
Power Supply | |
BM15 | 8 x AA cells (LR6 or rechargeable) |
MJ15 | Low voltage brushless Generator and 8 x AA cells (LR6 or rechargeable) |
Battery Life | Typically 2000 five second tests at 5 kV on 100 M? load |
Battery Indicator | Loaded battery test |
Safety | Meets the safety requirements for double insulation to IEC 1010-1 (1995) EN61010 (1995) to installation Category III***, 300 V phase to earth (ground) or 600 V Category I* ***Relates to transient overvoltage likely to be found in fixed installation wiring. *Relates to transient overvoltage likely to be found in special equipment or parts of equipment, telecommunication, electronic etc. |
Non Replaceable Fuse | 1 Amp, 250 V, HBC type (F) (20 mm x 5 mm) to IEC 127/1 This fuse protects the instrument against any faults occurring when using rechargable batteries. |
E.M.C | Meets EN 50081-1 and EN 50082-1 (1992) with a maximum error of ±5% f.s.d. in areas of high R.F. |
Temperature Range | |
Operating | 32° F to 86° F (0° C to 30° C) at full specification -4° F to 122° F (-20° Co 50° C) with temperature coefficient ±0.1%/°C |
Storage | -13° F to 149° F (-25° C to 65° C) |
Humidity Range | 90% RH at 104° F (40° C) |
Dimensions | 8.9 in. x 6.3 in. x 4.5 in. (220 mm x 160 mm x 115 mm) |
Weight | |
BM15 | Approx 2.6 lbs (1.2 kg) |
MJ15 | Approx 3.5 lbs (1.6 kg), or 4 lbs (1.8 kg) with battery holder and cells. |
Insulation Range | 100 k? to 20 G? (also 0 ? and ?) |
Test Voltages (dc) | 500 V, 1000 V, 2500 V & 5000 V |
Test Voltage Accuracy | ±5% of nominal test voltages on 20 M? load |
Test Voltage Stability | &±1% (180 r.p.m. to 240 r.p.m. MJ15) |
Insulation Accuracy | (at 0 - 30° C) ±2.5% of full scale deflection |
Short Circuit Current | 1.5 mA ± 0.5 mA |
Maximum Capacitance of Load | 5 µF |
Interference Rejection | 1 mA rms at 50 to 60 Hz |
Discharge Resistor | <500 k? |
VOLTAGE RANGE | |
Range | 0 to 600 V ac Indication of dc |
Accuracy | ± 2.5% f.s.d. ac (with rotary switch in the V position) |
General | |
Overload Rating | 720 V ac or dc |
Scale Length | 2.8 in. (72 mm) (96°) |
Power Supply | |
BM15 | 8 x AA cells (LR6 or rechargeable) |
MJ15 | Low voltage brushless Generator and 8 x AA cells (LR6 or rechargeable) |
Battery Life | Typically 2000 five second tests at 5 kV on 100 M? load |
Battery Indicator | Loaded battery test |
Safety | Meets the safety requirements for double insulation to IEC 1010-1 (1995) EN61010 (1995) to installation Category III***, 300 V phase to earth (ground) or 600 V Category I* ***Relates to transient overvoltage likely to be found in fixed installation wiring. *Relates to transient overvoltage likely to be found in special equipment or parts of equipment, telecommunication, electronic etc. |
Non Replaceable Fuse | 1 Amp, 250 V, HBC type (F) (20 mm x 5 mm) to IEC 127/1 This fuse protects the instrument against any faults occurring when using rechargable batteries. |
E.M.C | Meets EN 50081-1 and EN 50082-1 (1992) with a maximum error of ±5% f.s.d. in areas of high R.F. |
Temperature Range | |
Operating | 32° F to 86° F (0° C to 30° C) at full specification -4° F to 122° F (-20° Co 50° C) with temperature coefficient ±0.1%/°C |
Storage | -13° F to 149° F (-25° C to 65° C) |
Humidity Range | 90% RH at 104° F (40° C) |
Dimensions | 8.9 in. x 6.3 in. x 4.5 in. (220 mm x 160 mm x 115 mm) |
Weight | |
BM15 | Approx 2.6 lbs (1.2 kg) |
MJ15 | Approx 3.5 lbs (1.6 kg), or 4 lbs (1.8 kg) with battery holder and cells. |
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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.