The Metravi DT-4671 AC Leakage Current Clamp Meter is a specialized instrument designed for detecting and measuring low levels of AC leakage current. It features a 3-3/4 digit display and a 30mm jaw size, allowing for precise and safe measurement of leakage currents in circuits without interrupting the connections. This clamp meter is ideal for electricians, maintenance personnel, and engineers who need to ensure the safety and reliability of electrical installations in residential, commercial, and industrial environments.
Key Specifications:
- Model: DT-4671
- Brand: Metravi
- Display: 3-3/4 digits, 3999 counts LCD, providing high-resolution readouts for accurate measurements.
Measurement Capabilities:
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AC Leakage Current:
- Range: 0.1mA - 100A
- Resolution: 0.01mA, enabling detection of very small leakage currents.
- Accuracy: Typically ±2.0% of reading 5 digits, providing reliable precision for low-current measurements.
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AC Current:
- Range: 0.1A - 100A
- Resolution: 0.01A
- Accuracy: Typically ±2.0% of reading 5 digits, making it suitable for general current measurements.
Features:
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Leakage Current Detection:
- Ideal for detecting small leakage currents in electrical systems, helping to identify potential safety hazards like ground faults.
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Clamp Jaw Design:
- Jaw Opening: Accommodates conductors up to 30mm in diameter, allowing measurement of a wide variety of cable sizes without disconnection.
- Non-intrusive measurement ensures that users can test circuits without interrupting their operation.
- Data Hold Function: Allows users to freeze the displayed reading, making it easier to observe and record measurements.
- Max/Min Function: Captures and displays the maximum and minimum values during a measurement session, which is useful for analyzing fluctuations in leakage current.
- Backlit Display: The large, backlit LCD ensures that readings are visible even in poorly lit environments.
- Auto Power Off: Automatically powers down the device after a period of inactivity to conserve battery life.
- Low Battery Indication: Notifies the user when the battery level is low, ensuring continuous operation.
Power Source:
- Battery Operated: Uses standard batteries for portability, making it convenient for field use.
- Battery Type: Typically powered by 2 x AAA batteries.
Safety and Compliance:
- Safety Rating: CAT III 600V, making it suitable for use in industrial and commercial environments.
- Double Insulation: Provides enhanced protection against electrical shocks, ensuring user safety during measurements.
- Certifications: Complies with IEC 61010 standards, ensuring reliable and safe operation.
Physical and Design:
- Compact and Lightweight: Ergonomically designed for easy handling, with a lightweight build that is ideal for fieldwork.
- Color: Typically comes in a durable, professional-grade finish, such as blue or black.
- Warranty: One year against manufacturing defects.
Applications:
The Metravi DT-4671 AC Leakage Current Clamp Meter is ideal for a range of applications, including:
- Electrical Safety Testing: Detects and measures small leakage currents to ensure compliance with safety standards, reducing the risk of electrical shocks and fire hazards.
- Maintenance and Troubleshooting: Helps to identify faulty insulation, ground faults, and other issues in residential, commercial, and industrial installations.
- Appliance Testing: Measures leakage currents in home and industrial appliances to verify safe operation.
- Ground Fault Detection: Quickly identifies ground faults and insulation breakdowns in electrical systems.
- Panel Testing: Useful for checking leakage currents in distribution panels without needing to disconnect cables.