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News Release from: Fluke (UK) | Subject: Fluke/Robin 1650 Series
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 09 January 2004
Multifunction testers verify conformity
An innovative series of multifunction electrical installation testers represent a major leap forward in installation testing to increase the productivity of electricians and test engineers.
Representing the first dual-branded products since its acquisition of Robin, Fluke has introduced an innovative series of multifunction electrical installation testers that represent a major leap forward in installation testing to increase the productivity of electricians and test engineers Designed to verify conformity with the 16th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations for fixed electrical installations, the new testers provide fast and easy use in domestic, commercial and industrial premises
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 6 Nov 2003 at 8.00am (UK)
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The rugged Fluke/Robin 1650 Series of multifunction testers offer increased productivity for electricians and test engineers involved with fixed electrical installations.
The Fluke/Robin 1650 Series of multifunction testers feature a large backlit display with a wide viewing angle, are extremely easy-to-operate and offer test result storage and PC generated reports.
Fluke's exacting product test programme has ensured an extremely rugged construction.
Worn on a neck-strap, their unique ergonomic design, extremely low weight (less than 1.2kg) and intuitive user interface make them ideal tools for comfortable all-day testing.
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The Fluke/Robin 1652 and 1653 installation testers perform trip time and tripping current level (ramp) tests of residual current activated devices (RCDs), in addition to the primary tests of voltage, frequency, continuity, insulation resistance, loop impedance, PSC and PFC tests.
They use a unique and patented advanced loop measurement technology to prevent electronic and passive type RCDs from tripping during earth-loop testing, while also giving highly consistent and repeatable results.
They also feature RCD auto-testing which measures tripping time in an automatic sequence of six tests.
This eliminates the need for the test engineer to keep returning to the installation tester after resetting a tripped RCD.
The 1653 goes further, featuring an internal memory store and PC link, as well as offering earth resistance and phase sequence measurement.
Up to 500 measurements can be stored for later recall or can be uploaded via an infra-red (IR) port connected to a PC.
Optional FlukeView Forms software enables the PC preparation of professional reports, which can be customised if required.
The 1650 Series installation testers conform to the requirements of EN61557 standards for test equipment used in installation testing.
Both models are supplied as complete kits and come equipped with test leads, crocodile clips, heavy-duty carrying case, neck strap, mains connection lead, language reference card and an operating manual on CD-ROM.
The 1653 includes an IR adapter for PC connection.
FlukeView Forms software and earth test kit for earth resistance testing are available as optional extras with the 1653. Request a free brochure from Fluke (UK) ...
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