Insulation Tester

Checks new installation for damaged insulation and existing installations and motor windings for breakdown in insulation

SKU: 61-797

Key Specifications

Colour

Black, Red

Detailed information

Insulation can fail due to various factors such as mechanical damage, vibration, extreme temperatures, dirt, oil, corrosive vapours, and moisture. The IDEAL® Digital Insulation Meter 61-797 is an essential tool for professionals to ensure insulation is functioning safely and effectively. During installation or routine maintenance, this meter detects capacitive, absorption, and leakage currents, helping prevent potential injuries or equipment failures. Rated CAT IV 600V for safety, it offers test voltages ranging from 50V to 1000V, perfect for low voltage cable testing. It automatically calculates PI and DAR, senses AC/DC voltage up to 600V, and includes a low pass filter to eliminate high-frequency noise. The remote test button allows for convenient two-handed operation. Additional features include earth-bond resistance, test inhibition if voltage exceeds 30V, digital reading with analogue arc, pass/fail comparison mode, remote test probe, memory storage and recall, and auto discharge. It also has auto power off function, low battery indication, a protective rubber boot, bright, backlit display, auto sensor, and alligator clips that twist onto test leads, all packed in a handy carrying case.

  • Checks new installation for damaged insulation and existing installations and motor windings for breakdown in insulation
  • Test voltages at 50V, 100V, 250V, 500V, and 1000V
  • Perfect for testing low voltage cable
  • Live voltage hazard indicator
  • Bright, backlit display
  • Automatic calculation of PI and DAR
  • Auto sensing AC/DC voltage to 600V
  • Low pass filter filters out high frequency noise
  • Rated CAT IV 600V

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