Protective Earth Test
WHAT IS A PROTECTIVE EARTH CONDUCTOR TEST?
The protective earth test (PE test) ensures that the protective earth conductor of an electrical device is properly connected. The PE conductor is a connection used to connect electrical devices to earth and thus provide a safe discharge path for electrical currents. During the protective conductor test, the resistance of the protective conductor is measured, often at several test points, to ensure that it is low enough to provide a sufficient current path to earth in the event of a fault or short circuit. Proper PE conductor testing is important to ensure user safety by protecting them from electric shocks and reducing the risk of electrical accidents.
HOW IS A PROTECTIVE EARTH CONDUCTOR TEST CARRIED OUT?
The electrical protective conductor test is performed to ensure that the protective conductor of an electrical device is functioning properly and provides a safe current path. Here are the steps to perform a protective conductor test:
- Preparation: Make sure that the device is switched off and disconnected from the power supply. Also check that the tester is working properly and is calibrated.
- Connecting the test device: Connect the test device to the protective earth connection of the appliance. Ensure that the connection is firm and secure.
- Resistance measurement: Switch on the tester and select the resistance measurement mode. Press the measurement button to measure the resistance of the protective earth conductor. The tester displays the measured resistance value.
- Comparison with the limit values: Compare the measured resistance value with the limit values specified in the standards or regulations. As a rule, the resistance of the protective conductor should not exceed a certain value.
- Evaluation of the result: If the measured resistance value is within the permissible limit values, the protective conductor test is deemed to have been passed. If the value exceeds the limit value, this may indicate a faulty connection or a defect in the protective earth conductor and require further investigations or repairs.
It is important to follow the specific instructions of the manufacturer of the test device as well as the applicable standards and regulations in order to carry out a correct and safe protective conductor test.
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ATS400 UGIPe-30L30L32-1G-OCV1000Article number 212987
- HV DC - High Voltage Testing
50,0 - 3000 V DC, 0,01 - 2,00 mA, current limited, earthed on one side, active discharge, ramp, discharge monitoring - ISO - Insulation Testing
50,0 - 3000 V DC, 500,0 kΩ - 1000 MΩ (opt. 10 GΩ), current limited accor. EN 50191, earthed on one side, active discharge, ramp, discharge monitoring - PE - Testing of Protective Earth
2,0 - 32,0 A AC/DC (opt. up to 40 A), 1 - 500 mΩ, < 12 V, 4 - wire measurement - Contacting options
CCCG
- HV DC - High Voltage Testing
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ATS400 UHGIPF-5030L30L32Article number 212549
- HV AC - High Voltage Testing
100,0 - 5000 V AC, 0,01 - 100,00 mA (opt. from 1 nA), potential free, ramp, discharge monitoring - HV DC - High Voltage Testing
50,0 - 3000 V DC, 0,01 - 2,00 mA, active discharge, ramp, discharge monitoring - ISO - Insulation Testing
50,0 - 3000 V DC, 500,0 kΩ - 400,0 MΩ (opt. 5 GΩ), current limited accor. EN 50191, earthed on one side, active discharge, ramp, discharge monitoring - PE - Testing of Protective Earth
2,0 - 32,0 A AC/DC (opt. up to 40 A), 1 - 500 mΩ, 6 - 12 V, 4 - wire measurement - FCT variable - Function Measurement
1,0 - 270,0 V AC, 45- 65 Hz, 500 VA, electronic source - Contacting options
CCCG
- HV AC - High Voltage Testing
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ATS400 UGI-36L36L, current limitedArticle number 207654
- HV DC - High Voltage Testing
150,0 - 7000 V DC, 0,01 - 100,00 mA (opt. from 1 nA), max. 500VA, potential free, ramp, discharge monitoring - PE - Testing of Protective Earth
2,0 - 40,0 A AC/DC, 1 - 500 mΩ, 6 - 12 V, 4 - wire measurement - Contacting options
CCG
- HV DC - High Voltage Testing
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ATS400 UGI-36L36L, current limitedArticle number 212475
- HV DC - High Voltage Testing
50,0 - 3600 V DC, 0,01 - 2,00 mA, current limited, earthed on one side, active discharge, ramp, discharge monitoring - PE - Testing of Protective Earth
2,0 - 32,0 A AC/DC (opt. up to 40 A), 1 - 500 mΩ, < 12 V, 4 - wire measurement - Contacting options
CCG
- HV DC - High Voltage Testing
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ATS400 UGI-36L36L, current limitedArticle number 204674
- HV AC - High Voltage Testing
100,0 - 6000 V AC, 0,01 - 80,00 mA, potential free, ramp, discharge monitoring - PE - Testing of Protective Earth
2,0 - 32,0 A AC/DC (opt. up to 40 A), 1 - 500 mΩ, < 12 V, 4 - wire measurement - Contacting options
CCG
- HV AC - High Voltage Testing
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ATS400 UGIPR-707032Article number 211718
- HV DC - High Voltage Testing
150,0 - 7000 V DC, 0,10 - 100 mA, potential free, ramp, discharge monitoring - ISO - Insulation Testing
150,0 - 7000 V DC, 500,0 kΩ - 400,0 MΩ (opt. 5 GΩ), potential free, ramp, discharge monitoring - PE - Testing of Protective Earth
2,0 - 32,0 A AC/DC (opt. up to 40 A), 1 - 500 mΩ, < 12 V - R - Resistance Measurement DC4
1 µA - 2 A, 0,01 µΩ - 2,2000 MΩ, 4-wire measuring technique, contact monitoring, automatic measuring range selection, optional 11 fixed measuring ranges - Contacting options
CCCG
- HV DC - High Voltage Testing
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ATS400 UGI-36L36L, current limitedArticle number 211751
- HV AC - High Voltage Testing
100,0 - 5000 V AC, 0,01 - 100,00 mA (opt. from 1 nA), potential free, ramp, discharge monitoring - HV DC - High Voltage Testing
50,0 - 3000 V DC, 0,01 - 2,00 mA, current limited, earthed on one side, active discharge, ramp, discharge monitoring - PE - Testing of Protective Earth
2,0 - 32,0 A AC/DC (opt. up to 40 A), 1 - 500 mΩ, < 12 V, 4 - wire measurement - Contacting options
CCG
- HV AC - High Voltage Testing
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ATS400 UHGIPRFA-507030L32Article number 212183
- HV AC - High Voltage Testing
100,0 - 5000 V AC, 0,01 - 100,00 mA (opt. from 1 nA), potential free, ramp, discharge monitoring - HV DC - High Voltage Testing
150,0 - 7000 V DC, 0,10 - 100 mA, potential free, active discharge, ramp, discharge monitoring - ISO - Insulation Testing
50,0 - 3000 V DC, 500,0 kΩ - 400,0 MΩ (opt. 5 GΩ), current limited accor. EN 50191, earthed on one side, active discharge, ramp, discharge monitoring - PE - Testing of Protective Earth
2,0 - 32,0 A AC/DC (opt. up to 40 A), 1 - 500 mΩ, < 12 V - R - Resistance Measurement DC4
1 µA - 2 A, 0,01 µΩ - 2,2000 MΩ, 4-wire measuring technique, contact monitoring, automatic measuring range selection, optional 11 fixed measuring ranges - FCT variable - Function Measurement
1,0 - 270,0 V AC, 45- 65 Hz, 500 VA, electronic source - AI - Leakage Current Testing
0,1 µA - 30,00 mA, 0 - 1 MHz, EN 60601-1 (medical), EN 60990-1 (industrial), opt. other standards - Contacting options
CCCG
- HV AC - High Voltage Testing
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ATS400 UHGIPF-507030L32Article number 212495
- HV AC - High Voltage Testing
100,0 - 5000 V AC, 0,01 - 100,00 mA (opt. from 1 nA), potential free, ramp, discharge monitoring - HV DC - High Voltage Testing
150,0 - 7000 V DC, 0,10 - 100 mA, potential free, active discharge, ramp, discharge monitoring - ISO - Insulation Testing
50,0 - 3000 V DC, 500,0 kΩ - 400,0 MΩ (opt. 5 GΩ), current limited accor. EN 50191, earthed on one side, active discharge, ramp, discharge monitoring - PE - Testing of Protective Earth
2,0 - 32,0 A AC/DC (opt. up to 40 A), 1 - 500 mΩ, < 12 V - FCT variable - Function Measurement
1,0 - 270,0 V AC, 45- 65 Hz, 500 VA, electronic source - Contacting options
CCCG
- HV AC - High Voltage Testing
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ATS400 UHGIPRF-5030L30L32Article number 212557
- HV AC - High Voltage Testing
100,0 - 5000 V AC, 0,01 - 100,00 mA (opt. from 1 nA), potential free, ramp, discharge monitoring - HV DC - High Voltage Testing
50,0 - 3000 V DC, 0,01 - 2,00 mA, active discharge, ramp, discharge monitoring - ISO - Insulation Testing
50,0 - 3000 V DC, 500,0 kΩ - 400,0 MΩ (opt. 5 GΩ), current limited accor. EN 50191, earthed on one side, active discharge, ramp, discharge monitoring - PE - Testing of Protective Earth
2,0 - 32,0 A AC/DC (opt. up to 40 A), 1 - 500 mΩ, 6 - 12 V, 4 - wire measurement - R - Resistance Measurement DC4
1 µA - 2 A, 0,01 µΩ - 2,2000 MΩ, 4-wire measuring technique, contact monitoring, automatic measuring range selection, optional 11 fixed measuring ranges - FCT Mains - Function Measurement
Mains Voltage, 10,00 A (opt. 16,00 A) - FCT variable - Function Measurement
1,0 - 270,0 V AC, 45- 65 Hz, 500 VA, electronic source - Contacting options
CCCG
- HV AC - High Voltage Testing