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Electrical and Electronic Testing and PAT Equipment
News Release from: Megger | Subject: 330 series
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 15 December 2004
Testers take more storage onboard
The internal test result storage and downloading facilities provided by Megger's latest range of instruments mean it's no longer necessary to use laptop computers on-site.
The internal test result storage and downloading facilities provided by Megger's latest range of instruments for electrical contractors mean that it's no longer necessary to use laptop computers on-site to collect and store test results This avoids the inconvenience of carrying bulky laptops around, as well as the problems associated with keeping these expensive items safe and secure on busy sites
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 1 Aug 2003 at 8.00am (UK)
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New Megger instruments with downloading facilities include the LT330 loop tester, the MIT330 insulation and continuity tester, and the RCDT330 RCD tester.
All are provided with sufficient internal storage to hold at least 1000 test results, while convenient USB connections enable straightforward and reliable transfer of results to a PC.
For ease of organisation, data can be stored in the instrument against as many as 255 separate job numbers.
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This allows, for example, a different job number to be used for each customer or project.
The data are stored in Flash memory, which means they are safely retained even if the instrument's battery is removed or runs down.
Developed after extensive consultation with contractors to find out exactly what they were looking for in test instruments, Megger's new downloading instruments, like all the company's innovative 300-series products, feature a unique ergonomic design.
This makes them extremely tough and comfortable to hold and operate, even when they are used for long periods under difficult site conditions.
Between them, the new downloading instruments cover all of the test requirements prescribed by the current 16th Edition of the IEE Wiring Regulations.
They also offer a wide range of features designed to make them fast and convenient to use, including backlit displays and range selectors, and test probes with an integral test button.
Download Manager software is included with all the 330 series testers to make the most of the instrument's capabilities.
Megger's PowerSuite Professional offers a range of extra features for automatic form filling and report completion.
All 300-series instruments incorporate comprehensive safety features to protect users from the consequences of accidental misuse, and all are guaranteed safe if accidentally connected to 415V three-phase installations.
Megger 300-series instruments are exceptionally tough, with display covers and rubber protection in the form of an over-moulding.
These features allow them to withstand use under harsh site conditions indefinitely, while careful design of the circuitry used in the instruments ensures repeatable, accurate results.
All the instruments in the range are supplied with a full calibration certificate. Request a free brochure from Megger ...
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