Megger Limited
PWS / Nov 06
DET4TC/R Launch
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DET4TC/R Verses Fluke 1623
Following LEMs takeover by Fluke, the
Saturn Geo Plus
was re-badged as the
Fluke
1623
. Other than the colour the units have not changed. The 1623 is equipped
with both selective (ART) and stakeless testing.
Megger DET4TC advantages:
1. Competitive price
2. Automatic P and C spike resistance high indication
3. No links required for 2 pole measurements
4. IP54 rated case
a. Fluke claim IP54 rating, but then state their battery compartment door
is only IP40 rated.
5. Carry case to keep leads and spikes together with the instrument.
a. Fluke only supply carry case with kit version or as option.
b. Blow moulded carry case make ideal tray for instrument when used on
the ground.
6. Supplied complete with 4 wire lead set and 3 test spikes.
a. 1623 supplied as standard with 2 test leads and no spikes, only kit
version has all leads and spike required.
7. Safety - Installation CATIV 100V rating
a. 1623 is rated at CATII 300V.
8. 25 or 50V user selectable output voltage
a. Required in agricultural locations to protect livestock.
b. 1623 is only 48V.
9. Ground voltage measurement range
10. Ground current measurement (using ICLAMP)
11. Easy to use with quick start guide on lid, colour coded terminals and
clear display.
12. Selective ART accuracy
a. Megger ±5%, ±3 dig
b. Fluke ±7%, ±3 dig
13. Superior operating and storage temperature range.
14. DET4TCR has capability to charge from 12V vehicle socket with optional
lead.
15. Supplied with free calibration certificate
16. 3 year warranty
Fluke 1623 advantages:
1. ART / Selective maximum noise current immunity is 3A
a. DET4TC is 2A adequate for the majority of applications
2. User selectable test frequency 125Hz or 128Hz
a. DET4TC is 128Hz, industry standard
3. Stakeless maximum noise current is 10A for readings below 20 ohms.
a. DET4TC is 2A adequate for the majority of applications
4. Display resolution (0.001 ohm)
a. DET4TC 0.01 Ohm (usually 1 Ohm resolution is sufficient)
5. Battery life quoted typical >3000 tests
a.
DET4TC can perform 700 tests on new or recharged battery.
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How many customers perform more that 700 test in a week?
6. High earth voltage immunity at 24V (68V pk to pk).
