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Fluke 1621 GEO Earth Ground Tester

Key features

  • Easily capture values with single-button operation
  • 3-pole Fall-of-Potential earth testing for basic measurements
  • 2-pole resistance measurements for added versatility
  • Ensure accurate measurements with automatic ‘noise’ voltage detection
  • Hazardous voltage warning offers increased user protection
  • Clearly read and record data with a large, backlit display
  • Rugged holster and design for tough work environments
  • Portable size allows for easy transportation
  • Instantly be alerted to measurements outside of your set limit, when you use the adjustable limit setting
  • 600 V Cat II
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Product overview: Fluke 1621 GEO Earth Ground Tester

The Fluke 1621 is an easy-to-use earth ground tester. For ground resistance testing, the 1621 is the first line of defense in detecting reliable ground connections. The unit features basic ground testing methods including 3-pole Fall-of-Potential as well as 2-pole ground resistance tests. Its convenient size, rugged holster, and large, clear LCD display make it an ideal field earth ground tester, for most electrical grounding work environments. With a simple user interface and intuitive functionality, the Fluke 1621 is a handy grounding tool for electrical contractors, utility test engineers, and earth ground specialists.

Specifications

General Specifications
Measuring functions 3-pole earth ground resistance, 2-pole ac resistance of a conductor, Interference voltage
Intrinsic error Refers to the reference temperature range and is guaranteed for one year
Measuring rate 2 measurements/second
Battery1 One 9 volt alkaline (LR61)
Battery condition LO-BAT is displayed if voltage drops below 6.5 V
Voltages
Between jacks H/C2 and E/C1 250 Veff maximum (effective voltage)
Between jacks S/P2 and E/C1 250 Veff maximum
Climatic class VDE/VDI 3540 RZ (conforming to KWG as per DIN 40040, 4/87)
Temperature performance2
Working -10°C to +50°C (+14°F to +122°F)
Operating 0°C to +35°C (+32°F to +95°F)
Storage -20°C to +60°C (+68°F to +140°F)
Reference #ERROR!
Temperature coefficient ±0.1% of range per degree Kelvin
Safety IEC/EN 61010-1, 600 V CAT II, pollution degree 2
Dimensions 113 x 54 x 216 mm (4.5 x 2.1 x 8.5 in), including holster
Weight 850 g (1.9 lb), including standard accessories, volume approximately 600 cm3
Electrical Specifications
Maximum deviations
E1 Influence factor Position
E1 Deviation influence 0%
E2 Influence factor Supply voltage
E2 Deviation influence 0%
E3 Influence factor Temperature E3
E3 Deviation influence 2.30%
E4 Influence factor Serial interference voltage (20 V)
E4 Deviation influence 0.60%
E5 Influence factor Probe- and auxiliary probe resistance
E5 Deviation influence 10%
Test voltage 3.7 kV
Protection type IP 40; IEC/EN 60529
Electromagnetic compatibility
Emission IEC/EN 61326 Class B
Immunity IEC/EN 61326 Annex C
RE Resistance measurement
Measuring method
Current-voltage measurement with improved cross-talk attenuation, no compensation of measuring lead resistance, with probe (3-pole) or without probe (2-pole), as per IEC/EN 61557–5
Open circuit voltage 23 to 24 V AC
Short circuit current > 50 mA AC
Measuring frequency 128 Hz
Maximum permissible overload 250 Veff
Measuring time 8 seconds (average from when START is pressed)
Limit input Tester retains set value even if instrument is turned off (assuming battery power supply is sufficient)
Automatic changeover of resolution
RH < 7 kΩ
Resolution 0.01 Ω
RH < 50 kΩ
Resolution 0.1 Ω
RH > 50 kΩ
Resolution 1 Ω
Interference voltage display DC + AC
Vmax 30 Veff
Common mode rejection > 80 dB at 50 Hz and 60 Hz
Ri 680 kΩ
Measuring uncertainty < 10% for pure AC and DC signals
Measuring Range
0.15 Ω to 20 Ω
Resolution 0.01 Ω
Display range 0 to 19.99 Ω
200 Ω
Resolution 0.1 Ω
Display range 20 to 199.9 Ω
2 kΩ
Resolution 1 Ω
Display range 200 to 1999 Ω
Intrinsic Uncertainty ±(6% of measured value + 5D)
Operating uncertainty IEC 615573 ±(18% of measured value + 5D)

Models

Models: Fluke 1621 GEO Earth Ground Tester

Fluke 1621
Fluke 1621 GEO Earth Ground Tester

Includes:

  • Users manual
  • Two measuring leads with alligator clips, 2 m (6 ft)
  • One battery, 9 V alkaline (LR61)
  • One protective holster, yellow
  • One CD-ROM

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