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There are numerous products on the market to choose from when it comes to testing circuits. Many of them are very expensive, so you need to do some research to make sure you are buying the right bit of kit.
These testers are designed to carry out one specific function – RCD testing, insulation, earth resistance etc. You have to decide if, in the long run, they are going to be adequate for your needs.
Increasingly it is the multifunction testers that have become the preferred tools of the trade for those involved in 17th edition testing. You can use one meter constantly rather than swapping and changing between testers.
When it comes to choosing Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) equipment, the first decision is whether to buy a PAT tester that can store test results internally for later downloading. These instruments are a little more expensive, but the extra outlay will quickly be recovered by the time saved, if a lot of testing is carried out.
The new Seaward Solar Installation PV100 is the first dedicated multi-function electrical tester for those involved in solar panel installation. The new tester is capable of carrying out all electrical tests required by IEC 62446 on grid connected PV systems and eliminates the need for multiple test instruments for PV panel electrical installation and connection.
The rugged and robust Seaward Solar Installation PV100 is hand held and battery operated for maximum portability. The supplied MC4 and Sunclix test leads allow it to be connected quickly, easily and safely to all standard PV modules and arrays to test earth continuity‚ insulation resistance‚ open circuit voltage and short circuit currents. All required measurements are performed automatically and displayed clearly with confirmation of whether the test results are acceptable.
An AC/DC current clamp is provided for the measurement of operation currents and the complete test kit, including all test probes‚ alligator clips, Sunclix and MC4 adaptor leads is supplied in a convenient carrying case. In addition‚ a special SolarCert Elements manual entry PC software program is available for the recording of test data and the production of professional inspection reports and test certificates.
More details on the Seaward Solar Installation PV100 and other products in the new and developing solar test range are available at www.seawardsolar.com
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