AEMC Instruments AEMC MN106 Current Transformer Manual
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1. 0mA 150A 65 to 1000 Hz 4 5 Reading 0 15A Shop for AEMC products online at www h opAE M C ca 1 877 766 5412 Phase shift lt 10 from 2 to 120A 50 to 60Hz Overload 170A continuous Frequency Range 45 to 1000Hz Load Impedance 5Q max non inductive Working Voltage 250V AC Common Mode Voltage 30V AC MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS Operating Temperature 14 to 122 F 10 to 50 C Storage Temperature 40 to 176 F 40 to 80 C Temperature Influence lt 0 2 per 10 Maximum Conductor Size 0 47 max 12mm Polycarbonate Material Handles 10 fiberglass charged UL94 VO Dimensions 1 26 x 4 5 x 0 87 32 x 115 x 22mm Weight 5 6 oz 160g Colors Gray handles with red cover Output 5 ft 1 5m lead with safety 4mm banana plug SAFETY SPECIFICATIONS Electrical 30V max common mode between output and ground 3kV 50 60Hz dielectric for 1mn ORDERING INFORMATION Model MN106 Cat 1031 17 Accessories Banana plug adapter to nonrecessed plug Cat 1017 45 Shop for AEMC products online at www h opAE M C ca 1 877 766 5412 OPERATION Making Measurements with the AC Current Probe Model MN106 e Connect the black lead of the current probe to common and the red lead to the AC current range on your DMM or other current measuring instrument The MN106 has a ratio of 1000 1 This means that for 100A AC in a conductor around which the probe i2. AC Current Probe Model MN106 User Manual DESCRIPTION The Model MN106 Catalog 1031 17 is a high accuracy voltage output current probes for tight areas such as crowded wiring It extends DMM AC measurements to 150A AC The Model MN106 offers a 5ft lead with safety 4mm banana plug WARNING These safety warnings are provided to ensure the safety of personnel and proper operation of the instrument e Read the instruction manual completely and follow all the safety information before attempting to use or service this instrument Use caution on any circuit Potentially high voltages and currents may be present and may pose a shock hazard Read the Safety Specifications section prior to using the current probe Never exceed the maximum voltage ratings given Safety is the responsibility of the operator ALWAYS connect the current probe to the display device before clamping the probe onto the sample being tested ALWAYS inspect the instrument probe probe cable and output terminals prior to use Replace any defective parts immediately NEVER use the current probe on electrical conductors rated above 600V Use extreme caution when clamping around bare conductors or bus bars INTERNATIONAL ELECTRICAL SYMBOLS 0 This symbol signifies that the current probe is protected by double or reinforced insulation Use only factory specified replacement parts when servicing the instrument A This symbol signifies CAUTION and requests th
3. To ensure optimum performance it is important to keep the probe jaw mating surfaces clean at all times Failure to do so may result in error in readings To clean the probe jaws use very fine sand paper fine 600 to avoid scratching the jaw then gently clean with a soft oiled cloth REPAIR AND CALIBRATION You must contact our Service Center for a Customer Service Authorization number CSA This will ensure that when your instrument arrives it will be tracked and processed promptly Please write the CSA on the outside of the shipping container If the instrument is returned for calibration we need to know if you want a standard calibration or a calibration traceable to N I S T includes calibration certificate plus recorded calibration data Chauvin Arnoux Inc d b a AEMC Instruments 15 Faraday Drive e Dover NH 03820 USA Tel 800 945 2362 Ext 360 603 749 6434 Ext 360 Fax 603 742 2346 or 603 749 6309 E mail repair aemc com Or contact your authorized distributor Costs for repair standard calibration and calibration traceable to N I S T are available NOTE All customers must obtain a CSA before returning any instrument TECHNICAL AND SALES ASSISTANCE If you are experiencing any technical problems or require any assistance with the proper use or application of this instrument please call our technical hotline 800 343 1391 508 698 2115 Fax 508 698 2118 Chauvin Arnoux Inc d b a AEMC I
4. at the user refer to the user manual before using the instrument This is a type A current sensor This symbol signifies that application around and removal from HAZARDOUS LIVE conductors is permitted RECEIVING YOUR SHIPMENT Upon receiving your shipment make sure that the contents are consistent with the packing list Notify your distributor of any missing items If the equipment appears to be damaged file a claim immediately with the carrier and notify your distributor at once giving a detailed description of any damage PACKAGING The AC Current Probe MN106 is shipped with this instruction manual and a product warranty and registration card Register online at www aemc com INSTRUMENT COMPATIBILITY The probe is compatible with any ammeter multimeter or other current measuring instruments with an input impedance of lt 5Q To achieve the stated accuracy use the probes with an ammeter having an accuracy of 1 or better Shop for AEMC products online at www ShopAEMC ca 1 877 766 5412 E ALIVIO INSTRUMENTS 0 47 max 12 mm ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS Accuracy and Phase Shift i Reference conditions 23 C 3 K 20 to Current Range 85 RH 48 to 65 Hz external magnetic 2 to 150A AC field lt 40 A m no DC component no external current carrying conductor test Transformation Ratio sample centered Load impedance 19 1000 1 Accuracy Output Signal 48 to 65 Hz 2 5 Reading 0 15A 1mA AC A AG 15
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6. s clamped 100mA AC will come out of the probe leads to your DMM or instrument The output is 1mA AC A AC Select the range on your DMM or instrument which best corresponds to the measured current If the magnitude is unknown start with the highest range first and work down until the appropriate range and resolution is reached e Clamp the probe around the conductor Take the reading on the meter and multiply it by 1000 to obtain the measured current e g 59mA reading 59 x 1000 59 000mA or 59A Meter Reading 5mA 20mA 100mA Measured Value 5000mA 5A 20000mA 20A 100000mA 100A e For best accuracy avoid if possible the proximity of other conductors which may create noise Tips for Making Precise Measurements e When using a current probe with a meter it is important to select the range that provides the best resolution Failure to do this may result in measurement errors e Make sure that probe jaw mating surfaces are free of dust and contamination Contaminants cause air gaps between the jaws increasing the phase shift between primary and secondary It is very critical for power measurement MAINTENANCE Warning e For maintenance use only original factory replacement parts e To avoid electrical shock do not attempt to perform any servicing unless you are qualified to do so e To avoid electrical shock and or damage to the instrument do not get water or other foreign agents into the probe Cleaning
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