Model SL261 - Chauvin Arnoux Group
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1. uleu oSun 16 20A 40 60 80 100 TEFEZIEEI 1 Frequency Hz 11 AC DC Current Oscilloscope Probe Model 51261 4 41 Zero Adjustment The probe has a zero adjustment that should be adjusted before measure ment Alternatively you may zero with the oscilloscope instead 42 Current Neasurement WARNING Always connect the probe to the instrument before clamping onto the circuit under test Connectthe Model SL261 to the proper input channel on the oscil loscope Begin with the least sensitive range on the current probe 10mV A Select the 0 5V Division range on the oscilloscope Clamp the probe on the conductor to be measured and read the current flowing directly on your oscilloscope Remember to unclamp the probe from the conductor before discon necting it from your meter or instrument You may also use your oscilloscope to amplify the signal while using the 100mV A probe range which offers the best accuracy and least phase shift 1 NOTE It is possible to change the range the current probe without remov ing the probe from the current carrying conductor but it is important to remember not to exceed the permissible peak ratings of 1000mV peak or 2000mV peak to peak maximum The peak ratings by range are 10A peak on the 100mV A range 100A peak on the 10mV A range 12 AC DC Current Oscillo2. CURRENT 51261 OSCILLOSCOPE PROBE AEMC User Manual INSTRUMENTS Cx Va ESOS SS ESEE Statement of Compliance Chauvin Arnoux Inc d b a AEMC Instruments certifies that this instrument has been calibrated using standards and instruments traceable to international standards We guarantee that at the time of shipping your instrument has met its published specifications An NIST traceable certificate may be requested at the time of purchase or obtained by returning the instrument to our repair and calibration facility for a nominal charge The recommended calibration interval for this instrument is 12 months and begins on the date of receipt by the customer For recalibration please use our calibration services Refer to our repair and calibration section at www aemc com Serial Catalog 1201 51 Model 61261 Please fill in the appropriate date as indicated Date Received Date Calibration Due Chauvin Arnoux Inc D d b a AEMC Instruments INSTRUMENTS www aemc com Table of Contents 1 INTRODUGTION eren nnn nnn nnn 2 1 1 International Electrical 3 1 2 Definition of Measurement Categories 3 1 3 Receiving Your 3 1 4 Ordering em 4
3. 1 4 1 Accessories and Replacement Parts 4 2 PRODUCT FEATURES 5 22 ccepit eer daa erint edd 5 2 2 Compatibility 5 2 9 6 3 5 0 0 0 5 955959 555955559 559985599959989839998859883999895599 7 3 1 Electrical 7 3 2 Mechanical Specifications 222 8 3 3 Environmental 9 3 4 Safety Specifications 4442200112 9 3 5 Typical Response 10 4 OPERATION II I nnne nnn nnn nnn nnn nnn nnn na 12 4 1 Zero Adj ustrmmenk IL n 12 4 2 Current 12 4 3 Battery Indication Green 13 44 Peak Overload OL Indication Red LED 13 5 MAINTENANCIE 14 5 1 Maintenant e snena 14 Di CICA E S aska 14 5 3 Replacing the Batteries nece 15 Repair and Calibration
4. Save the damaged packing container to substantiate your claim AC DC Current Oscilloscope Probe Model SL261 3 1 4 Ordering Information AC DC Current Probe Model SL261 10A 100mV A 100A 10mV A Cat 1201 51 Includes a user manual 1 41 Accessories and Replacement Parts Adapter BNC Adapter for use with AC DC Current Probe Model 51261 amp Meters 8220 8333 8335 8 8336 Cat 2140 40 4 AC DC Current Oscilloscope Probe Model SL261 2 PRODUCT FEATURES 21 Description The SL261 AC DC Current Oscilloscope Probe expands oscilloscope applications in industrial automotive or power environments and is ideal for analysis and measurement of distorted current waveforms and har monics The probe permits accurate display and measurement of currents from 100mA to 100Arms DC to 100kHz without breaking into the circuit The probe uses Hall effect technology to measure AC and DC signals The probe connects directly to an oscilloscope through a 2 meter coaxial cable with an insulated BNC 22 Compatibility The Model SL261 is compatible with any analog or digital oscilloscope or other voltage measuring instrument which has the following features BNC input connector Range capable of displaying 0 2 to 0 5V per division Minimum input impedance 1 AC DC Current Oscilloscope Probe Model SL261 5 2 3 Features Current for Measurements
5. rode eren nere e 16 Technical and Sales Assistance 16 Limited Warranty 17 Warranty 17 1 INTRODUCTION N WARNING N The safety warnings are provided to ensure the safety of personnel and proper operation of the instrument Read the instruction completely Usecaution on any circuit potentially high voltages and currents may be present and may pose a shock hazard Do not use the probe if damaged Always connect the current probe to the measuring device before it is connected around the conductor Do not use on non insulated conductor with a potential to ground greater than 600V CAT III pollution 2 Use extreme caution when clamping around bare conductors or bus bars Before each use inspect the probe look for cracks in housing or output cable insulation Do not use clamp in wet environment or in locations that hazard ous gases exist Do not use the probe anywhere beyond the tactile barrier 2 AC DC Current Oscilloscope Probe Model SL261 1 1 International Electrical Symbols This symbol signifies that the instrument is protected by double or rein forced insulation This symbol on the instrument indicates a WARNING and that the operator must refer to the user manual for instructions before operating the instrument In this manual the symbol preceding instructions indicates that if the instructions are not followed bodily injur
6. 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 Ship To Chauvin Arnoux Inc d b a AEMC Instruments 15 Faraday Drive Dover NH 03820 USA Phone 800 945 2362 Ext 360 603 749 6434 Ext 360 Fax 603 742 2346 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 You must obtain CSA before returning any instrument Technical and Sales Assistance If you are experiencing any technical problems or require any assistance with the proper operation or application of your instrument please call mail fax or e mail our technical support team Chauvin Arnoux Inc d b a AEMC Instruments 200 Foxborough Boulevard Foxborough MA 02035 USA Phone 800 343 1391 508 698 2115 Fax 508 698 2118 E mail techsupport aemc com WWW aemc com NOTE Do not ship Instruments to our Foxborough MA address 16 AC DC Current Oscilloscope Probe Model SL261 Limited Warranty The AC DC Current Oscilloscope Probe Model 51261 is warranted to the own er for a period of one year from the date of original purchase against defects in manufacture This limited warranty is given by AEMC Instruments not by the distributor from whom it was pur
7. or Supply to Load for AC Measurements Zero Adjust Knob Power Indication LED Range Selection Switch lt S gt eak Overload N Indication LED Battery Screw Cover Keep hands below gt this point WARNING Always keep hand on the handle part of the probe AC DC Current Oscilloscope Probe Model 51261 3 SPECIFICATIONS 3 1 Electrical Specifications Reference conditions 23 C 5 C 20 to 75 RH DC to 1kHz probe zeroed 1 minute warmup batteries at 9V 0 1V external magnetic field 40 A m no DC component no external current carrying conductor 1MQ 100pF load conductor centered in jaw Current Range 100mV A 100mA to 10A peak 10mV A 1 to 100A peak Output Signal 1000mV peak max AC Current Accuracy After calibration and for one year zero probe before making measurement 1596 of reading 80A to 100 peak Range Accuracy Phase Shift 1 3 of reading 50mA lt 1 5 from DC to 65Hz 500mA peak 4 M peak 12 of reading 50mA 1 from DC to 65Hz 10mV A Frequency Range DC to 100kHz 3dB with current derating Noise Range 10mV A 480 Range 100mV A 3mV Slew Rate Range 10mV A 20mV us Range 100mV A 0 3V us Load Impedance gt 1 100 AC DC Current Oscilloscope Probe Model SL2
8. 0 2 per C Altitude Non operating 0 to 12 000m Operating 0 to 2000m 3 4 Safety Specifications 192383 Electrical Double insulation or reinforced insulation between the primary or secondary and the outer case of the handle per EN 61010 2 032 600V CAT III Pollution Degree 2 Electromagnetic Compatibility EN 50081 1 Class B EN 50082 2 Electrostatic discharge IEC 1000 4 2 Radiated Field IEC 1000 4 3 Fast Transients IEC 1000 4 4 Magnetic Field at 50 60 Hz IEC 1000 4 8 Specifications are subject to change without notice AC DC Current Oscilloscope Probe Model SL261 9 3 5 Typical Response Curves gain in dB 100 1000 10000 100000 Frequency Hz 0 1 2 range 100 mV A range 10 mV A 3 4 frequency response 5 measurement current 1A sine Frequency phase in 100 10000 100000 0 gt 10 Frequency Hz 50 100 range 10 mV A phase graph measurement current sine 150 range 100 mV A Phase Shift 10 AC DC Current Oscilloscope Probe Model SL261 Typical Specification
9. 61 Insertion Impedance 50 60 Hz 100mV A 10mV A 0 010 Rise or Fall Time Range 100mV A 3ys Range 10mV A 495 Working Voltage 600Vrms max Common Mode Voltage 600Vrms max Influence of Adjacent Conductor 0 2mA A AC Influence of Conductor Position in Jaw 0 5 of reading at kHz Battery 9V alkaline NEDA 1604A IEC 6LR61 Low Battery Green LED when 2 6 5V Overload Indication Red LED indicates input greater than the selected range Typical Consumption 8 6mA Battery Life 55 hours typical 3 2 Mechanical Specifications Zero Adjustment 20 turn potentiometer Maximum Cable Diameter 0 46 11 8 mm Case Protection 20 per IEC 529 Drop Test 1 0m on 38mm of oak on concrete test according to IEC 1010 Mechanical Shock 100G test per IEC 68 2 27 Vibration Test per IEC 68 2 6 frequency range 10 Hz to 55 Hz amplitude 0 15mm Handle Lexan 920A UL 94 V2 Dimensions 9 09 x 1 42 x 2 64 231 x 36 x 67mm Weight 11 6 oz 3300 with battery Color Light gray Output Lead Insulated coaxial cable with insulated BNC connector Cable Length 6 5 foot 2m 8 AC DC Current Oscilloscope Probe Model SL261 3 3 Environmental Specifications Operating Temperature 0 to 50 C 32 to 122 F Storage Temperature 30 to 80 C 22 to 176 F Operating Relative Humidity 10 to 30 C 85 5 RH without condensation 40 to 50 C 45 5 RH without condensation Influence of Temperature lt
10. chased This warranty is void if the unit has been tampered with abused or if the defect is related to service not performed by AEMC Instruments Full warranty coverage and product registration is available on our website at www aemc com warranty html Please print the online Warranty Coverage Information for your records What AEMC Instruments will do Ifa malfunction occurs within the one year period you may return the instrument to us for repair provided we have your warranty registration information on file or a proof of purchase AEMC Instruments will at its option repair or replace the faulty material REGISTER ONLINE AT www aemc com Warranty Repairs What you must do to return an Instrument for Warranty Repair First request a Customer Service Authorization Number CSA by phone or by fax from our Service Department see address below then return the instrument along with the signed CSA Form Please write the CSA on the outside of the shipping container Return the instrument postage or shipment pre paid to Ship To Chauvin Arnoux Inc d b a AEMC Instruments 15 Faraday Drive Dover NH 03820 USA Phone 800 945 2362 Ext 360 603 749 6434 Ext 360 Fax 603 742 2346 or 603 749 6309 E mail repair aemc com Caution To protect yourself against in transit loss we recommend you insure your returned material NOTE You must obtain a CSA before returning any instrument AC DC Curre
11. icate the jaws mating surfaces with a light oil Do not use chemicals containing benzine benzene toluene xylene acetone or similar solvents Do not immerse the probe in liquids or use abrasive cleaners AC DC Current Oscilloscope Probe Model SL261 5 3 Replacing the Batteries CAUTION Risk of electric shock Disconnect all input s from the unit or remove the probe from any conductor before opening the battery cover to change the batteries If the green battery indication LED does not light up when the probe is turned on the batteries will need to be replaced Do not replace the battery while probe is in use To replace the battery Disconnect the probe from the circuit and the oscilloscope Turn the probe Unscrew the battery compartment screw and pull out the battery com partment cover Replace the battery and put the cover back on AC DC Current Oscilloscope Probe Model SL261 15 Repair and Calibration To ensure that your instrument meets factory specifications we recommend that it be scheduled back to our factory Service Center at one year intervals for recalibration or as required by other standards or internal procedures For instrument 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
12. nt Oscilloscope Probe Model 51261 17 AEMC INSTRUMENTS 05 15 99 MAN 100042 v14 Chauvin Arnoux Inc d b a AEMC Instruments 15 Faraday Drive Dover NH 03820 USA Phone 603 749 6434 Fax 603 742 2346 www aemc com
13. scope Probe Model SL261 4 3 Battery Indication Green LED The probe has a battery condition LED To ensure proper readings with your current probe be sure that the green LED is lit during measurement If not replace the 9V battery 4 4 Peak Overload OL Indication Red LED The SL261 offers an overload indicator If the red LED illuminates during measurement this indicates that the peak value exceeds the instrument response level and that the output is distorted Switch the probe to a higher range if possible AC DC Current Oscilloscope Probe Model SL261 13 5 1 5 MAINTENANCE Maintenance WARNING 9 2 14 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 For maintenance use only specified factory replacement parts To avoid electrical shock do not attempt to perform any servicing unless you are qualified to do so To avoid electrical shock and or damage to the instrument do not allow water or other foreign substances into the case Disconnect the unit from all circuits and test cables before open ing the case Cleaning To clean the probe body use a soft cloth dampened in a solution of mild detergent and water To clean the core open the jaw and clean the exposed core surfaces with a cotton swab dampened with isopropyl alcohol isopropanol or ethyl alcohol fotocol or ethanol Lubr
14. y installation sample and product damage may result Risk of electric shock The voltage at the parts marked with this symbol may be dangerous This symbol refers to a type A current sensor This symbol signifies that application around and removal from HAZARDOUS LIVE conductors is mitted Probe fitted with an electronic output limiter providing protection against voltage surges caused by the accidental opening of the probe secondary circuit to 30V max peak Ex D In conformity with 2002 96 1 2 1 3 Definition of Measurement Categories For measurements performed on circuits directly connected to the electrical distribution system Examples are measurements on household appliances or portable tools For measurements performed in the building installation at the distribution level such as on hardwired equipment in fixed installation and circuit breakers For measurements performed at the primary electrical supply lt 1000 such as on primary overcurrent protection devices ripple control units or meters 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 car rier and notify your distributor at once giving a detailed description of any damage
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