OTS60PB, 60AF/2, 80AF/2, 100AF/2, VCM100

Automatic Oil Test Sets

OTS60PB, 60AF/2, 80AF/2, 100AF/2, VCM100

Automatic Oil Test Sets
Microprocessor controlled fully automatic
oil test sets
Wide choice of vessels and accessories
Portable and laboratory units

DESCRIPTION
The Megger range of automatic oil testers offer fully
automatic testing with many advanced features. The design
allows the operator to simply prepare an oil test vessel,
load it with the sample oil, place it in the chamber and
initiate the test sequence. The test set then carries out, the
series of tests as specified in a large number of oil testing
specifications. These define the sequence of tests including
the stand and stir times, rate of voltage rise and number of
tests resulting in a calculation of the average value of the
oil breakdown strength. Withstand or proof testing can
also be selected. This test subjects the oil to a preselected
voltage for 1 minute to check for a breakdown.
The OTS60PB is a fully automatic, battery powered,
portable oil test set. The test voltage is electronically
controlled to the maximum of 60 kV. Designed for on site
testing, the instrument is supplied in a rugged carrying
case with a handle for ease of transportation. An internal
rechargeable battery gives a large number of tests before
recharging. A clear display shows a menu of test options
and guides the operator through the set up programme,
illustrates the correct test electrodes and gap to use, shows
the progress of each test and gives the results of the test
sequence. The result can be set to give either a numerical
average (with standard deviation where specified) or a
pass/fail message. The display can be set to read in
English, French, German, Italian, Spanish and Portuguese.
An optional printer kit enables hard copies of results to be
produced. Accessories, such as the battery charger, spare
vessels, spare electrodes and a spacing gauge are located

in an attached compartment. Stirring is carried out by a

motor driven paddle stirrer.
The OTSAF/2 range are laboratory instruments with many
advanced features. Three versions are available with
maximum test voltages of 60 kV, 80 kV and 100 kV. They
offer fully automatic operation plus the benefit of a built
in printer to produce a hard copy of the test results and
the ability to program up to five user defined tests for
individual applications. The withstand test can be set to
operate at any test voltage and with an initial stand time.
The dot matrix liquid crystal display can also be set to
read in one of six languages. An oil test vessel, configured
to suit the IEC156 test specification, is supplied with the
instrument.
A large, backlit, liquid crystal display shows test menus,
set up screens and results. The resolution of the high
voltage output is displayed to 0,1 kV.
Results can be printed on the internal dot matrix printer or
transferred via the RS232 interface to an external printer or
PC. Printouts are automatically time and date stamped.
Standard stirring with the OTSAF/2 is achieved by a
magnetic stirrer bar. Additional vessels are available
optionally, including one suitable for testing to the ASTM
D1816 specification. This calls for stirring to be carried out
by a motor driven impeller. Each test can be selected with
either magnetic stirring, propeller stirring or no stirring.
The VCM100 is a calibration meter suitable for verifying
the calibration of oil test sets. The meter will enable the

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high voltage output to be checked, traceable to national
standards, and is suitable for all recent laboratory models
of Megger oil dielectric strength test sets such as the
OTSAF series and the OTS auto and semi automatic series.
The calibration meter fits in the oil test set chamber in
place of a standard vessel. The design ensures that the
load to the transformer is similar to the load during an oil
dielectric strength test. The voltage indication is viewed on
an analogue display marked from 0 to 100 kV with 2 kV
divisions. The scale also shows pass tolerance bands to
enable a quick assessment of the accuracy to be made.
The meter is supplied in a protective bag.
Oil test sets will display the individual breakdown voltage
and their average value. The VCM100 allows the actual
applied voltage to be quickly and easily checked against
the displayed value giving immediate confidence in the
calibration of the oil test set.

OTS/VCM100

Allows a quick check of high voltage output to be made`

Tests up to 100 kV with accuracy of 3%
Easy to read mirror arc display with tolerance bands

OPERATION
The OTSAF/2 series are programmed with a test sequence
suitable for using the VCM100 called CHECK
CALIBRATION. This sequence causes the output of the oil
test set to ramp up from 0 kV to the maximum voltage
value, pausing at each 10 kV point for 10 seconds to allow
the calibration to be checked.
Other versions of Megger oil test sets (such as the OTSAF,
OTS60 auto and OTS75 auto) can be used in manual
mode or with a low rate of voltage rise to allow checking

with the VCM100. Later versions of the OTSAF also have

the CHECK CALIBRATION procedure.

SPECIFICATION
Panel meter scaling 0 - 100 kV in 2 kV divisions
Accuracy
3% of full scale
Temperature Range
Operational
0C to 40C (32 to 104F)
Storage
-30C to +70C (-22 to 158F)
Humidity Range
Operational
80% RH at 40C (104F)
Storage
93% RH at 40C (104F)

Safety The meter is only approved for use with Megger oil test
sets.
Dimensions
198 mm x 235 mm x 102 mm
(7,8 x 9,25 x 4 inches)
Weight
2,4 kg (5,3 lbs)

OTS VCM100 Scale Plate

Parameters of test specifications (programmed in OTS60PB, OTS60AF/2, OTS80AF/2 and OTS100AF/2)

Test Spec.
Selected

Electrode Initial
Stand
Shape

Rate of rise
of Test
Voltage

Intermediate Intermediate Number

Stir Time
Stand Time Of Tests

5min test

1 min.

2kV/s

30 s

30 s

Maximum Duration of Selected

test sequence
OTS60B
OTS80AF/2
OTS100AF/2
OTS60AF/2
4min. 30s
5min.
5min. 30s

IEC156 etc

A,B

5 min.

2kV/s

2 min.
(option 1)

2 min.
(option 2)

18min.

ASTM D877

2 min. 20 s

3 kV/s

1 min.

8min.

8min. 33s

9min. 7s

ASTM D1816

3 min.

0,5 kV/s

Continuous

1 min.

17min.

20 min. 20s

23 min. 40s

2 kV/s

1 min.

4 min.

38 min.

39 min.

40 min.

19min.

20min.

UNE21

A,B

10min.

Withstand A

0-99 min 55s ** 2 kV/s

Ramps to preselected value of 1 minute or breakdown

Withstand B

0-99 min 55s ** 2 kV/s

As above and continues to breakdown or maximum value of test set

Custom (1-5)* -

0-99 min 55s * 0,5-5,0 kV/s* 0-99 min 55s* 0-99 min 55s* 1-99

BS5730a

A,B

Withstand test at 22 kV, 30 kV or

40 kV (depending on equipment
category and electrode gap) for 60 s.
If breakdown occurs another two
tests are carried out, both must pass
if sample is OK.

2 kV/s

1 min.

1 min.

IEC156 etc. includes BS148, BS5874, VDE 0370, NFC 27, CE1344, OCT 6581, SABS555, AS1767, STA8286 and IP295.
NFC27, STAS286 and UNE21 omit the first breakdown value from the average calculation.
STAS286 has a 2 minute intermediate stand time.
The OTS60PB is also programmed with BS5730-LEPLC which is similar to BS5730a but ramps to breakdown after a successful test.
* User Schedule
** OTSAF/2 only.

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OTS60PB
Features

OTS60AF/2, OTS80AF/2 AND OTS100AF/2

Powered by internal, rechargeable battery
Fully automatic operation (see table opposite)
Pass/fail limit setting

Automatic laboratory set (see table opposite)

Built in printer and RS232 output
Custom test facility

Test voltage 60 kV maximum (30 kV - 0 - 30 kV)

OTS80AF/2:80 kV maximum (40 kV - 0 - 40 kV)

OTS60AF/2:60 kV maximum (30 kV - 0 - 30 kV) @ 61,8 Hz

OTS100AF/2:100 kV maximum (50 kV - 0 - 50 kV)

Power
supply

Internal, rechargeable 12 V, 12 Ah battery

(giving typically 12 hours continuous use)

110 V, 120 V, 220 V, 240 V 10%

50/60 Hz

Charger supply 85 to 265 V, 50/60 Hz

Four pre-selectable values

Optional 12 V supply lead enables operation

from vehicle cigarette lighter socket
Display

Dot matrix LCD giving alphanumeric information and kV test voltage

Resolution

1 kV

0,1 kV

Dimensions

373 H x 259 W x 247 D mm(without accessories)

14,6 H x 10,2 W x 9,8 D in. approx.

464 H x 502 W x 319 D mm

18,3 H x 19,7 W x 12,5 D in. approx.

Weight
Fuses

19 kg (42 lb) without accessories

2 x F6,3 A, IEC127/1, 20 mm x 5 mm, HBC

41 kg (90 lb) approx.

2 x F6,3 A, IEC127/1, 20 mm x 5 mm, HBC
T2 A, IEC127/5, 20 mm x 5 mm, HBC for 220/240 V
T4 A, IEC127/5, 20 mm x 5 mm, HBC for 110/120 V

Temperature Operation: 0C to 40C

Operation: 0C to 40C

Range

Storage: -30C to +65C

Storage: -40C to +70C

Humidity

Operation: 80% RH at 40C

Operation: 80% RH at 40C

Range

Storage: 93% RH at 40C, 95% RH at 25C cyclic

Storage: 93% RH at 40C, 95% RH at 25C

Safety

Designed to incorporate where appropriate

Meets the requirements of IEC1010-1 (1991)

IEC1010-1, safety class I.

Safety interlock to BS5304 (1988) Guarding of
Machinery standard.

Safety interlock to BS5304 (1988) Guarding of

Machinery standard.

RS232 output plus optional printer kit

RS232C 5 pin DIN socket

Includes battery charger and four test vessels

Option to set pass/fail breakdown values

Five custom tests allowing; 1 to 99 tests

0,5 to 5 kV/s rate of voltage rise
0 to 99 min. 59 s stir and stand times
Averaging start from first to last test

Other

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PRINTER INFORMATION

Electrode Shape A
36mm Mushroom Electrodes

Electrode Shape C
25,4 mm (1 in) Cylindrical Electrodes

The OTS60PB Printer Kit includes

a 24 column impact printer with
integral rechargeable batteries and
a mains adaptor which operates
from 85 V to 265 V a.c. (50/60 Hz).
The printer is 105 mm x 195 mm
x 90 mm and weighs 625 g.

Electrode Shape B
12,7 mm (0,5 in) Spherical Electrodes

Electrode Shape D
25,4 mm (1 in) Cylindrical Electrodes
with 0,5mm edge radius

ORDERING INFORMATION
Item (Qty)
Laboratory Oil Test Set
60 kV
80 kV
100 kV

Order Code

Order Code

Portable oil test set (60 kV)

OTS60AF/2
OTS80AF/2
OTS100AF/2

Included Accessories
Mains power supply lead
25424-860
Oil test vessel fitted with spherical electrodes,
0,5 in. (12,7 mm) dia, shape B
6231-445
Oil test set preparation kit
6121-486
comprising;
2 magnetic stirrers,
2 mushroom electrodes 1.4 in. (36 mm) dia.,
2 cylindrical electrodes 1 in. (25.4 mm) dia.,
electrode spacing gauge; 1, 2, 2,5 and 4 mm spacing
Protective cover
5340-334
Operating instruction book
6172-064
Optional Accessories for OTS AFs
Oil test vessel fitted with mushroom
electrodes, 36 mm dia, shape A
Oil test vessel fitted with cylindrical electrodes,
1 in. (25,4 mm) dia. shape C
Oil test vessel with motorised stirrer suitable
for testing to ASTM D1816, electrodes shape A
Transportation trolley
0-100 kV Voltage calibration check
meter complete with case

Item (Qty)

6231-447
6231-446
6111-146
6111-147
6410-810

OTS60PB

Included Accessories
Padded protective carrying case with handle
and shoulder strap
4 x 600 ml capacity oil test vessels without lid
Pair of spherical electrodes (fitted)
Pair of mushroom electrodes
Pair of cylindrical electrodes
Battery charger unit
Printer lead, OTS 60PB to 25 way D
Spare fuse
User Guide
Optional Accessories for OTS60PB
Close fitting test vessel lid
4mm gauge
2.5mm gauge
2mm gauge
1mm gauge
2.54mm gauge
Pack of 10 reuseable/disposable oil test vessels
Lead for connection to a vehicle battery via the
cigar/cigarette lighter socket
Pair of cylindrical electrodes with 0,5 mm
edge radius
Printer kit
Paper roll - 57,5 mm wide, 15 m long,50 mm dia.
Ribbon - Epson part no. ERC-09 (IRC 160)
Download lead

6420-102
6220-484
6220-580
6220-483
6331-659
6340-091
25413-285
6171-585

6121-402
5152-293
5152-294
5152-295
5152-296
5152-319
6220-487
6231-509
6220-538
6220-568
25995-001
25995-002
6340-105

Registered to ISO 9001:2000 Cert. no. Q 09290

Registered to ISO 14001-1996 Cert. no. EMS 61597

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