Insulation tester aids safety in telecoms industry

This handheld unit, which offers test ranges up to 100GΩ and test voltages to 500V, is an enhanced replacement of Megger’s MIT410-TC/2.

It provides feedback-controlled test voltages limiting over-voltage to 2%, far below the accepted industry standard of +20%, delivering a more accurate test voltage to circuits or components without the risk of over-voltage damage.

The unit can be used for all metallic and resistive fault testing of inside premise wiring to identify shorts, grounds, cross voltage in multi-lines, as well as voltage measurements in both AC and DC to determine proper levels for line and signaling voltages.

The tester offers a stabilised test voltage to ensure it remains within tolerance to industry/regulatory standards, as well as a single resistance range with significantly faster continuity testing spanning from 0.01Ω to 1.0MΩ.

Continuity test currents from 200mA or 20mA are available.

The instrument features a dual digital readout that displays complementary test information simultaneously.

A digital and analogue arc display includes both a digital readout and Megger’s patented analog arc to replicate the response of a moving coil display.

The unit provides TRMS measurements for accurate measurements on noisy lines.

This CAT IV 600 V rated instrument offers greater safety when testing at higher voltage levels. Each tester includes live circuit detection and protection and a fuse warning that detects fuse failure automatically.

The instrument is over-moulded for increased protection and sealed to IP54, providing a weatherproof case to decrease the chances of water ingress.

It comes in a soft canvas carrying case with shoulder strap and rugged snap hook to attach to a tool belt. A bed of nails lead set is included with the instrument.

It features a six cell battery compartment with separate fuse access.