DET2/2

Auto Earth Tester

DET2/2
Auto Earth Tester

■ High resolution – 1 m Ω – ideal for large

earthing systems
■ High accuracy for earth electrode and soil
resistivity testing
■ Test voltage 50 V max. for safety
■ Rechargeable battery power with long
battery life and rapid re-charge
■ A robust, versatile instrument with IP54
protection
■ Filter and high current features to enable
valid earth testing in difficult situations

DESCRIPTION
The Megger® DET2/2 Auto Earth Tester is a robust The display can be set to show its information in the
compact instrument designed for measuring earth following languages:- English, French, German,
electrode resistance and soil resistivity. It uses the four Portuguese and Spanish.
terminal method of measurement which eliminates the The maximum output voltage is limited to 50 V for safety
resistance of the current circuit from the measurement. when performing a test and convenience when re-
The circuit design ensures that the resistance of the positioning test spikes. The instrument is auto-ranging
potential circuit does not affect the measurement relieving the operator of any concern as to which
during practical testing. resistance range to use. The low service error and an IP 54
The instrument is microprocessor controlled and provides environmental specification enable accurate results to be
a flexible, ‘user-friendly’ approach to earth testing by obtained in ‘unfriendly’ testing conditions.
giving good error detection capabilities and full test Power for the instrument is supplied from a rechargeable
information on a large easily readable alpha-numeric lead acid battery which gives 5 hours of life per charge,
display. A simple key pad can be used to adjust the test equivalent to six hundred individual tests lasting 30
frequency, the test current level and the filtering so that seconds each.
adverse conditions influencing the test may be overcome.
The display indicates if:- The DET2/2 is built into a robust plastic case and has its
four terminals, equipped for spade or 4 mm connectors,
■ the noise interference in the soil passing the test current mounted on the front panel.
is excessive.
■ the current test spike resistance is too high. APPLICATIONS
■ the potential test spike resistance is too high.
The DET2/2 Earth Tester is a reliable instrument designed
■ the battery needs recharging. for larger or more complex earthing systems, including
Because these factors are indicated directly the whole communications earthing systems and difficult testing
testing procedure is accomplished easily and more rapidly. environments. It may be used to test in accordance with
A wide band of test current frequencies, with a resolution BS 7430 (1991), the IEE Wiring Regulations and VDE 0413
of 0,5 Hz, may be used to eliminate errors caused by noise part 7 (1982). The instrument is suitable for soil resistivity
in the earth. The chosen test current frequency, test measurements, which are used to establish the optimum
current level and the increased filtering option are stored electrode design and site, as well as perform archeological
in memory for use in subsequent tests. and geological investigations.
 DET2/2
Auto Earth Tester

Resistivity tests assist in the design of a correct earth Battery charging time: 6 hrs. max. (from completely
system and avoid the cost of re-working electrode exhausted), charging current automatically controlled to stop
installations. over-charging.
Charging supply required: 100 to 130 V or 200 to 260 V,
Earth testing kits, which include suitable test spikes and 50/60 Hz.
test leads, are available separately.
Power consumption: 9 W max. at 12 V.
Safety
specifications The instruments meet the requirements of IEC1010-1.
EMC
Earth Resistance Range
In accordance with IEC 61326 including amendment No. 1.
0,010 Ω to 19,99 kΩ (auto-ranging),
1 mΩ resolution. Dimensions: 245 H x 344 W x 158 D mm
(9,6 H x 13,5 W x 6,25 D in. approx.)
Accuracy (23°C ±2°C)
±0,5% of reading ±2 digits Weight: 5 kg (11 lb approx.)
Service Error
±5% of reading ±2 digits ±10 mΩ (meets Maximum Current Spike (Loop) Resistance
VDE service error over 50 mΩ) High Low
Range Current Current
Comply with Standards
(RE ) (RC ) (RC )
BS 7430 (1991)
0,010 to 0,499 Ω 5 kΩ 1 kΩ
VDE 0413 Part 7 (1982) 0,500 to 1,999 Ω 5 kΩ 3 kΩ
Test Frequency 2,000 to 19,99 Ω 10 kΩ 5 kΩ
105 to 160 Hz reversing d.c. (50 Hz operation default to 128 Hz, (over 20 Ω RC > 20 kΩ)
60 Hz operation default to 150 Hz) Set in steps of 0,5 Hz Maximum Potential Spike (Loop) Resistance
Test Current High Low
50 mA max (selectable high and low levels) Range Current Current
Maximum Output Voltage (RE ) (RP ) (RP )
< 50 V r.m.s. 0,010 to 0,499 Ω 11 kΩ 11 kΩ
0,500 to 1,999 Ω 21 kΩ 11 kΩ
Maximum Interference
2,000 to 19,99 Ω 21 kΩ 11 kΩ
Typically 40 V peak-to-peak (50/60 Hz, sinusoidal nature)
(over 20 Ω RP > 20 kΩ)
Display
Alphanumeric L.C.D. (130 x 35 mm) giving test information and a
large (20 mm) 3 1⁄2-digit reading)
ORDERING INFORMATION
Temperature Coefficient
< ±0.1% per °C over the temperature range -10 to +40°C Item (Qty) OrderCode.
0,05% per °F from 14 to 104°F Auto Earth Tester DET2/2
Temperature Range Included Accessories
Operating: -10 to +40°C (14 to 104°F) Mains supply lead for battery charging
Storage: -20 to +60°C (-4 to +140°F)
Operating instruction book 6171-728
Humidity Optional Accessories
Operating: 90% RH max. at 40°C (104°F)
Earth testing kit 6310-755
Environmental Protection Comprising carrying case and pouch containing:
The instrument is waterproof to IP54
Four galvanised steel spikes (‘L’ shape) 10 mm dia. (0.4 in. dia.
Flash Test: 3 kV a.c.
approx) x 350 mm (14 in. approx) long
Voltage Withstand 30 m (98,5 ft approx) of cable on a winder
In the event of a system fault, the instrument will withstand
50 m (164 ft approx) of cable on a winder
240 V a.c. applied between any two terminals.
Two 3 m leads complete with connectors and clips
Power Supply
Hammer
Internal
Rechargeable, sealed lead-acid batter y. Reel of cable, 50 m [164 ft. approx] 6121-119
12 V (nominal), 2,6-Ah capacity.
Battery voltage over which basic accuracy is maintained is 11,0 to
13,5 V.
Battery life: Approximately 5 hrs. continuous use.

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