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Single-Phase 80A Energy Meter with built-in communication | UEM80-2D
Price range: R4,939.00 through R8,426.00 ex vat
Single-Phase 80A Energy Meter with built-in communication - Overview

The UEM80-2D Energy meter is for industrial and domestic applications, with built-in communication, depending on the model. Besides measuring energy, the meter can measure many electrical parameters and makes them available on the built-in communication ports. The LCD display shows the energy and instantaneous power. The COM port allows managing the connected meter remotely. Despite transmitting data over RS485, M-Bus or Ethernet the device has a dedicated application for remote management as provided:
- Modbus Master software - for energy meter management by PC in RS485 Modbus or Ethernet network.
- M-Bus Master software - for energy meter management by PC in M-Bus network.
- Web server - built-in interface for energy meter management by PC in Ethernet network. It enables data recording with manual or automatic data transferring where data is sent to a remote server at the set schedule.
This Single-Phase Energy meter is built according to EN 50470-1 standard. Active energy is compliant with IEC 62053-22 class 0,5 S, but for MID certified devices it moreover fulfils class C requirements according to EN 50470-3. The accuracy of reactive energy is compliant with IEC/EN 6205323 class2. A wide backlit LCD display with clear graphics makes reading easy. Metrological LED on the front panel and sealable terminal covers. The analysis of the MTBF values, the accurate selection of components, and the reduction of the internal working temperatures together with strict production and control standards guarantee a product with excellent quality and long-lasting reliability.

Single-Phase 80A Energy Meter with built-in communication- Features
- UEM80-2D R for RS485 Modbus RTU/ASCII communication
- UEM80-2D M for M-Bus communication
- UEM80-2D E for Ethernet (Modbus TCP) communication
- Direct connection up to 80 A
- Fully bi-directional 4-quadrant measurements for all energies and powers
- Class B according to EN 50470-3 (MID)
- 8 MB for data recording and automatic/manual data transferring (only ETHERNET model)
- S0 output for energy pulse emission
- LCD display with 7 main digits
- Available with MID certification
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Three-Phase 4 wire Energy Counter | UEC1P5
R5,659.00 ex vat
Three-Phase 4 wire Energy Counter - Overview

The three-phase 4-wire energy counter is for industrial and domestic applications, available with MID certification suitable for billing. Combined with different external modules, the meter can communicate with other systems. COM modules are available for the most common field protocols. Besides measuring energy, the meter can measure many electrical parameters and makes them available on the built-in IR ports. The LCD display shows the energy and instantaneous power. This Three-Phase Energy meter is built according to the EN 50470-1 standard. Active energy is compliant with IEC 62053-21 class 1, but for MID certified devices it fulfils class B requirements according to EN 50470-3. The accuracy of reactive energy is compliant with IEC/EN 62053-23 class 2. Wide backlit LCD with clear graphic symbols for easy reading. Metrological LED on the front panel and sealable terminal covers. Available versions with different voltage working range for the connection on a 3 or 4-wire network, suitable for balanced or unbalanced loads. The analysis of the MTBF values, the accurate selection of components, and the reduction of the internal working temperatures together with strict production and control standards guarantee a product with excellent quality and reliability.

Three-Phase 4 wire Energy Counter- Features
- For 1 or 5A CT
- Programmable CT ratio
- Fully bi-directional 4-quadrant measurements for all energies and powers
- For 3 / 4 wire networks with a balanced or unbalanced load
- Class B according to EN 50470-3 (MID)
- Tariff input
- 2 S0 outputs for energy pulse emission
- LCD display with 8 main digits
- IR optical port for communication with external modules
- Available with MID certification
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Wire and Pipe Locator | LKZ-720
R24,293.00 ex vat

Wire and Pipe Locator - Overview

Detect and trace cables in ceilings, walls and floors with the LKO-720. The specially designed 3D antenna allows for precise wire tracing as well as making it easy to establish the direction of wires in concrete up to 5 cm. Locate power points and switches in buildings, the location of fuses, and trace insulated conductors. Non-contact detection of live cables allows for precise detection of energised wires in the air and concrete without additional probes.

Wire and Pipe Locator - Features
- Detects cables in ceilings, walls and floors
- Detects breaks in cables
- Traces cables in building installation
- Locates power points and switches in buildings
- Locates short circuits between leads
- Traces shielded cables
- Traces cables in metal ducts
- Identifies fuses on the distribution board
- Traces underground cables
- Traces conductive water and heating pipelines
- Non-contact detection of live cables
- 3D function in the receiver - detects direction of current flow
- Phase detection mode
- Receiver operation with four transmitters
- LED bright torch
- Headphone socket in receiver
- Screens backlit for work in dark
- Transmission of battery status and settings to the receiver
- Operation in wide range of rated voltage, up to 500V RMS
- Measurement of voltage up to 500 Vrms
- Three levels of transmitter amplification
- Automatic or manual selection of transmitter operation modes
- 5 modes of wire tracer operation - voltage, current, current-voltage, power & clamp
- Software upgrade via USB
- Additional accessories enable precise localisation
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Solar Utility Pro 1500V 40A

Solar Utility Pro - Overview

The new Solar Utility Pro from Seaward takes PV testing to the next level. With the introduction of more efficient 1500V modules and inverters this is an easy to use and robust tester with 1500V capabilities. Its market leading 40A current capability enables the Solar Utility Pro to test parallel wired strings up to a maximum of 1500V / 40A, eliminating the time consuming task of separating strings to keep within lower limits of other instruments. A single press of the Test button will give values for Open Circuit Voltage and Short Circuit Current, and when paired with the Seaward Solar Survey 200R irradiance meter it will also record irradiance, module and ambient temperature measurements. The large internal storage memory can record up to 999 complete record sets, which can be downloaded as a CSV file to a PC for review. To make on site testing easier, the Solar Utility Pro is supplied with 1.5M long conversion leads that convert the standard MC4 leads to alligator clips – particularly useful in combiner boxes and junction boxes. Housed in a rugged enclosure, it gives the larger scale PV engineer the most efficient, portable and highest rated tester available.

Kit includes:
- Solar Utility Pro unit
- Set of 1.2M red and black MC4 leads with test probe and aligator clip
- Set of 2M red and black MC4 extension leads
- SS200R irradiance meter
- SS200R irradiance meter clamp
- PV hold-all bag
- 3 x 18650 protected lithium-ion batteries
- Battery charger
- 2 x Dust covers
- 1 x UK mains lead
- 1 x Schuko mains lead
Solar Utility Pro - Features
- 1500V / 40A rated
- Large display designed for reading in direct sunlight
- Direct MC4 connections, with the option to add a conversion lead set for safer connections in combiner boxes
- Simple single button test
- Rugged case designed for continuous site work
- Store up to 999 complete record sets
- CSV output to PC to review data
- Pairs to Solar Survey 200R irradiance meter to capture the irradiance and temperature measurements at the time to test (single person testing)
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Power Amplifier ±16/20Vpk 1MHz | LPA05

Power Amplifier ±16/20Vpk 1MHz - Overview

The Power Amplifier LPA500 range of power amplifiers from N4L is robust and reliable for use in a variety of industrial and laboratory applications. Designed originally for use with Phase Sensitive Multimeters, they can also be used anywhere where there is a need to boost a signal either in voltage or current. They combine DC accuracy with wide bandwidth to faithfully reproduce complex waveforms, driving loads that may be capacitive, inductive, or resistive. Optionally, the DC component can be eliminated with AC coupling or can be reduced with AC+(DC) coupling. To limit high-frequency noise, the input bandwidth can be reduced with a linear phase, 2nd order, low pass filter for low-frequency applications.

Power Amplifier ±16/20Vpk 1MHz - Features
- DC and AC wide bandwidth
- Switch selectable coupling options: AC, AC+DC, or AC with reduced DC
- Fixed x10 Gain
- Switch selectable bandwidth
- High slew rate
- Isolated BNC or 4mm output sockets
- ±40V peak | 3A rms / 5A peak | (LPA05A resistive load)
- ±16V peak | 5A rms / 8A peak | (LPA05B resistive load)
- Isolated from ground to prevent earth loops
- Robust metal enclosure
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Power Amplifier ±12Vpk 1MHz | LPA01

Power Amplifier ±12Vpk 1MHz - Overview

The Power Amplifier LPA01 range of power amplifiers from N4L is robust and reliable for use in a variety of industrial and laboratory applications. Designed originally for use with Phase Sensitive Multimeters, the LPA01 can also be used anywhere where there is a need to boost a signal either in voltage or current. They combine DC accuracy with wide bandwidth to faithfully reproduce complex waveforms, driving loads that may be capacitive, inductive, or resistive. Optionally, the DC component can be eliminated with AC coupling or can be reduced with AC+(DC) coupling. To limit high-frequency noise, the input bandwidth can be reduced with a linear phase, 2nd order, low pass filter for low-frequency applications.

Power Amplifier ±12Vpk 1MHz - Features
- DC accurate and wide bandwidth
- 1A Peak output current @ up to ±14V peak (LPA01).
- High slew
- Stable into a wide range of loads.
- Isolated to 40V common mode to reject ground loop
- The robust metal enclosure will fit underneath QuanteQ or Veqtor to boost output
- Switch selectable coupling options: AC, AC+DC, or AC with reduced
- Switch selectable precision gain
- Switch selectable
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High Voltage Insulation Testers

High Voltage Insulation Testers - Overview

The S-xx DC series devices are universal high-voltage testers. They are extremely robust, lightweight, and compact. They are easy to transport due to the case on wheels (only for S-50 / 80 / 110 / 120 DC). Capacitive loads, such as shielded power cables, will be properly and automatically discharged in case of an error or at the end of testing time by the integrated discharge device. Key switch, switch-on interlock and a protective ground circuit ensure maximum safety. The internal rechargeable battery enables mains-independent testing.

High Voltage Insulation Testers - Features
- Testing at recommissioning of cable systems after maintenance and repair
- Testing of newly installed cables and cable joints before commissioning
- Voltage testing at cable sheath (S-25 DC)
- Regular preventive cable testing (S-50 DC / 80 DC / 110 DC / 120 DC)
- Testing of electrical equipment
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High Voltage Insulation Tester | S-36 VLF

High Voltage Insulation Tester - Overview

The S-36VLF high-voltage insulation tester is a compact, robust and portable kit for testing medium voltage cables according to IEEE400, IEC 60502-2, CENELEC HD 620 and 621 and DIN VDE 0276/620 and 621. The test is carried out using the low electrical stress method, with a VLF (Very Low Frequency) voltage of 0.1 Hz. The VLF test is the fastest way to detect insulation damage. The S-36VLF instrument can test cables with plastic insulation (XLPE, PE-, EPR) as well as paper and oil insulation (PILC). Testing with DC voltage is also possible.

High Voltage Insulation Tester - Features
Compact high-power VLF test device

Portable

Simple operation

Integrated breakdown detection

Integrated fault time detection

Fully automatic test sequence

Integrated timer 1-300 min with automatic tripping

Voltage measurement direct at HV output

Protective ground connection

High-voltage start key interlock

Protective circuit/indication in accordance. with EN 50191

Leakage current measurement during VLF test
Optional features
Customised test cables

Transport case

Data logging (USB stick) for VLF test sets

Frequency extension: 0.05 + 0.02 Hz
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High Accuracy 50MHz Bandwidth | PSM3750

High Accuracy 50MHz Bandwidth - Overview

The PSM3750 provides a solution for high voltage, high accuracy, isolated gain, and phase measurement. Utilizing an innovative design that incorporates both direct digital analysis and heterodyning techniques within 500Vpk galvanically isolated input/output channels, the PSM3750 provides a broad range of measurement functions over a wider frequency range than any other instrument available today.

As with other N4L products, PSM3750 NumetriQ utilizes the latest DSP and FPGA technology to optimize the use of its analogue hardware providing speed and measurement flexibility without compromising the performance of each measurement function.

High Accuracy 50MHz Bandwidth - Features
- Frequency range 10µHz to 50MHz
- Isolated inputs – 500 Vpk
- Gain accuracy at < 1 MHz 0.01 dB
- Phase accuracy at < 1 kHz 0.025°
- Frequency response analyzer
- Impedance analyzer
- Vector Volt Meter / Phase Angle Volt Meter
- RMS Volt Meter / Oscilloscope
- Loop response analysis
- Harmonic analyzer
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Standard Three Phase Winding Resistance Meters | TWA

Standard Three-Phase Winding Resistance Meters - Overview

This TWA is designed for six-winding resistance measurement and simultaneous three-phase on-load tap changer analysis of both the primary and the secondary transformer windings. It has one singlestep cable setup, with test currents of up to 40A. Each transformer configuration has a special measurement algorithm which is optimised for the fast stabilisation of test results. It generates a true DC ripple-free current. Both the injection of the current and the discharge of energy from the magnetic circuit are automatically regulated. It can cancel electrostatic and electromagnetic interference that exists in HV electric fields. It is achieved by a proprietary solution applied to both the hardware construction and the application software implementation.

Standard Three-Phase Winding Resistance Meters - Features
- Resistance measurement of all tap positions in all six windings
- True three-phase on-load tap changer (OLTC) DVtest
- Quick measurement, single-step cable setup
- Rapid automatic demagnetisation
- Fully automated test mode
- Large 10.1’’ or 7’’ graphical touchscreen display
- Temperature measurement channel
- OLTC vibration measurement channel
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High Accuracy FRA 100Vpk Input | PSM1700

High Accuracy FRA 100Vpk Input - Overview

The High Accuracy Frequency Response Analyser PSM1700 is a comprehensive DFT and true RMS analysis instrument for R&D and production test applications. Specifically aimed at a range of gain/phase analysis applications, amongst which include switched-mode power supply feedback loop stability analysis and general frequency response analysis of filters. It has a clear, bright graphics display showing real-time values or graphs or tables. It can be operated by remote control over RS232 or LAN. When combined with the IAI (Impedance Analysis Interface) the PSM become a high accuracy 1MHz Impedance Analyzer/ LCR meter. It is designed to give optimum performance, speed of measurement, and convenience, providing sophisticated measurement capability. Cost-effective and an easy-to-use benchtop instrument.

High Accuracy FRA 100Vpk Input - Features
- Frequency range 10µHz to 1MHz
- Floating differential inputs – 100 Vpk
- Gain accuracy at < 1 kHz 0.02 dB
- Phase accuracy at < 1 kHz 0.02°
- Frequency response analyser
- Impedance analyser
- Vector Volt Meter / Phase Angle Volt Meter
- RMS Volt Meter
- Loop response analysis
- Harmonic analyser
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Turns Ratio and Winding Resistance Analyser | TWR-250B

Turns Ratio and Winding Resistance Analyser - Overview

This analyser is battery-operated and is designed for measuring transformer winding resistance and turns ratio. It is capable of testing six transformer windings with a single cable connection, as well as three-phase automatic transformer demagnetisation. It has the option of automated test mode, where the instrument operates the tap changer without operator input (minimising the risk of human error) and records winding resistance and turns ratio results based on pre-selected criteria. This also measures excitation current and phase shift. This enables detecting transformer core or winding turns failures which cannot be spotted by measuring turns ratio only. It has a built-in true three-phase power source so it can test transformers with special configurations, such as phase-shifting, rectifiers, arc-furnace, traction transformers. The instrument can output test current up to 25 A DC for winding resistance tests and voltage up to 250 V AC for turns ratio tests, but it can also output a very low-test voltage of 1 V AC, which is necessary for turns ratio verification of the majority of current transformers. It has a large 10.1” graphical touch-screen display with test templates and automatic test mode. Users can create test templates, store and load them with just a few clicks.

Turns Ratio and Winding Resistance Analyser - Features
- Winding resistance measurement
- Demagnetisation
- Turns ratio measurement
- Turns ratio deviation calculation
- Excitation current measurement
- Phase angle measurement
- Automatic vector group detection
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Power Amplifier ±400Vpk 1MHz | LPA400

Power Amplifier ±400Vpk 1MHz - Overview

The Power Amplifier LPA400 range of power amplifiers from N4L is robust and reliable for use in a variety of industrial and laboratory applications. Designed originally for use with Phase Sensitive Multimeters, they can also be used anywhere where there is a need to boost a signal either in voltage or current. They combine DC accuracy with wide bandwidth to faithfully reproduce complex waveforms, driving loads that may be capacitive, inductive, or resistive. Optionally, the DC component can be eliminated with AC coupling or can be reduced with AC+(DC) coupling. To limit high-frequency noise, the input bandwidth can be reduced with a linear phase, 2nd order, low pass filter for low-frequency applications.

Power Amplifier ±400Vpk 1MHz - Features
- DC accurate and wide bandwidth
- Switch selectable coupling options: AC, AC+DC, or AC with reduced
- Switch selectable precision gain
- Switch selectable
- High slew
- ± 400V peak, 50mA rms (LPA400).
- ± 180V peak, 100mA rms (LPA400B).
- Stable into a wide range of loads.
- Isolated to 40V common mode to reject ground loop
- Robust metal enclosure will fit underneath QuanteQ or Veqtor to boost output
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SFRA Sweep Frequency Response Analyzer | SFRA45

SFRA Sweep Frequency Response Analyzer - Overview

This Sweep Frequency Response Analyzer with a bandwidth of 5Hz to 45MHz offers a fully portable solution which fully complies with IEC60076-18 – Power Transformers Part 18 – Measurement of frequency response. Featuring a built-in colour LCD screen and is battery powered. The tablet style instrument has the ability to perform most the common sweep frequency response analysis technique “Fingerprint Comparison” as well as all other comparison techniques, with or without PC Software. The dedicated software available (SFRAComm) also enables the user to create databases from which historical transformer sweeps can be recalled and compared to current sweeps for analysis.

There are Four occasions when SFRA is performed
1. Upon factory quality checking
2. Before a short circuit test
3. Before and After transportation
4. Ongoing scheduled maintenance
SFRA Sweep Frequency Response Analyzer - Features
- Full Colour LCD VGA Display view comparison on the spot
- Frequency range 5Hz to 45MHz
- Gain Accuracy 0.02dB
- Phase Accuracy 0.05°
- RS232, LAN and USB
- PC Software package included
- 2Hr Battery Life
- Leading Phase Accuracy
- Truly Portable Measurements
- LCR Mode
- Save Data to external USB
- 50Ohm or High Impedance Input
- Scope Function
- Save Data to Database for comparison
- Supplied with all accessories and carry case
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High-Performance Power Analyzer | PPA4500

High-Performance Power Analyzer PPA4500 Overview

The PPA4500 features high-speed FPGA/DSP sampling techniques and the highly respected “Planar Shunt” Technology. The PPA4500 is the product of over 12 years of research and development. The PPA4500 has improved accuracy, color TFT, front USB port, and faster processing than older models. The PPA4500 is a significant leap forward in both accuracy and functionality. The PPA4500 is suitable for transformer loss testing, PWM inverter drive efficiency testing, standby power testing to IEC62301/EN50564, and many more challenging applications.

The PPA4500 can measure fundamental frequencies up to 2MHz, as well as up to 100 Harmonics with the same 2MHz upper-frequency limit. PWM Motor drive mode enables the engineer to rapidly set up the instrument to measure complex harmonically distorted waveforms, sophisticated signal processing algorithms facilitate high sample rate (2Ms/s) true wideband (2Mhz) analysis of PWM signals. The PPA4500 utilizes parallel digital filtering for fundamental frequency synchronisation without affecting the bandwidth of the measured data.

High-Performance Power Analyzer PPA4500 Features & Benefits
- 0.03% Basic accuracy
- Frequency range DC and 10mHz to 2MHz
- High precision internal shunts
- Superior accuracy to any external shunt
- 5 millidegree phase accuracy for low power factor applications
- Up to 50 Arms (1000 Apk) & 1000 Vrms (3000 Vpk) direct input
- Low current (10Arms), Standard (30Arms), and High current (50Arms) options
- High-speed sampling on all channels (2Ms/s)
- True real-time analysis with no measurement gap
- 1, 2, or 3 phase versions master-slave mode for 4, 5, or 6 phase
- Real-time Digital, Tabular, Graphic, and Oscilloscope displays
- Simple BNC connection of N4L shunts for high-current applications
- RS232, IEEE 488, USB, LAN, Torque, Speed and Extension ports
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