Megger MIT515 525 1025 1525 Manual PDF
Megger MIT515 525 1025 1525 Manual PDF
Megger MIT515 525 1025 1525 Manual PDF
USER MANUAL
G SAFETY WARNINGS
• If this equipment is used in a manner not specified by the
manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment may be
impaired.
Safety warnings must be observed during use: • Switch the instrument OFF, and disconnect any AC source,
• The circuit under test must be switched off, de-energised, measurement leads, and all other equipment before opening the
isolated and checked to be safe before insulation test case to change the battery. The instrument must not be
connections are made. Make sure the circuit is not reenergised operated with the case open. DANGER! Hazardous voltages are
whilst the instrument is connected. exposed with an AC source connected and the case open.
• Only 15 kV rated Megger test leads with plug inserts of 75 mm BATTERY WARNINGS
must only be used on the MIT1525. Lead integrity can be
• Do not disassemble or modify the battery. The battery contains
verified by momentarily shorting clips together at the lowest test
safety and protection devices which, if damaged, may cause the
voltage range.
battery to generate heat, rupture or ignite.
• Circuit terminals must not be touched during an insulation test
• Never heat the battery in a fire or otherwise.
or before suitable grounding of the unit under test is in place in
• Do not pierce or damage the battery in any way
line with safe working practices.
• Do not subject the battery to strong impacts/shocks.
• The functional earth terminal on MIT1525 must be connected to
• Do not expose the battery to water, salt water or allow the
provide a resistance path to ground, or a uni-potential bonding
battery to get wet.
point.
• Never short circuit, reverse polarity or disassemble the battery
• After completing a test, capacitive circuits must be completely
pack.
discharged before disconnecting the test leads. Capacitive
• In the event of a battery cell leaking, do not allow the liquid to
charges can be lethal.
come into contact with the skin or eyes. If contact has been
• Tested items must be firmly shorted out with a shorting link, after
made, wash the affected area with copious amounts of water
discharge, until required for use. This is to guard against any
and seek medical advice.
stored dielectric absorption charge subsequently being released
• Keep cells and batteries out of reach of children
thereby raising the voltage to potentially dangerous levels.
• Seek medical advice if a cell or battery has been swallowed.
• The voltage indicator and automatic discharge features must be
• Do not leave a battery on prolonged charge when not in use.
regarded as additional safety features and not a substitute for
• Retain the original product literature for future reference.
normal safe working practice.
• It is rare, but in certain circumstances, breakdown of the circuit
under test may cause the instrument to terminate the test in an NOTE:
uncontrolled manner, possibly causing a loss of display while the THE INSTRUMENT MUST ONLY BE OPERATED BY
circuit remains energised. In this event, the unit must be turned SUITABLY TRAINED AND COMPETENT PERSONS
off and the circuit discharged manually.
• Test leads, including crocodile clips, must be in good order, Users of this equipment and/or their employers are reminded
clean and with no broken or cracked insulation. that National Health and Safety Legislation requires them to
• The instrument must not be used if any part of it is damaged.
carry out valid risk assessments of all electrical work so as to
• Insulation testing in wet conditions might be hazardous. It is
identify potential sources of electrical danger and risk of
recommended that this instrument is not used in these
circumstances. If this is unavoidable, the user must take all electrical injury such as inadvertent short circuits.
necessary precautions.
• This instrument is not intrinsically safe and must not be used in
hazardous atmospheres. Symbols used on the instrument
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G Caution: refer to user manual
Measurement category III: Equipment connected
between the distribution panel and the electrical
outlets.
F Caution: risk of electric shock
CAT II
Equipment protected throughout by Double Insulation. Measurement category II: Equipment connected
between the electrical outlets and the user’s
Line Power / mains equipment.
WEEE Directive
c Equipment complies with current EU directives.
The crossed out wheeled bin symbol on the instrument and on
the batteries is a reminder not to dispose of them with general
waste at the end of their life.
Equipment complies with current “C tick” requirements.
Megger is registered in the UK as a Producer of Electrical and
Electronic equipment. The registration no is; WEE/HE0146QT.
Users of Megger products in the UK may dispose of them at
Do not dispose of in the normal waste stream. the end of their useful life by contacting B2B Compliance at
www.b2bcompliance.org.uk or by telephone on 01691 676124.
Users of Megger products in other parts of the EU should
g Functional Earth contact their local Megger company or distributor.
CAT III
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Table of contents and index Insulation measurements above 100 GΩ ....................... 22
Terminals ........................................................................ 23
GUARD terminal, screened leads................................... 23
General description.................................................................. 5
Preventive Maintenance ........................................................ 24
Features................................................................................... 5
Cleaning.......................................................................... 24
Preparations for Use ................................................................ 7
Care of the instrument .................................................... 24
Initial instructions.................................................................. 7
Leads .............................................................................. 24
Power lead and battery charging ......................................... 7
Battery Care.................................................................... 24
Functional verification .......................................................... 7
Replacing the battery...................................................... 24
Calibration ............................................................................ 7
MIT1525 battery replacement instructions:....................... 25
Storage................................................................................. 7
Technical Specification .......................................................... 26
Operating Instructions.............................................................. 7
Electrical specification ........................................................ 26
General operation ................................................................ 8
Environmental Conditions .................................................. 28
Breakdown vs. burn mode ................................................... 9
GENERAL SPECIFICATION.............................................. 28
Voltmeter .............................................................................. 9
Repair and Warranty.............................................................. 29
Reset Default Settings ......................................................... 9
Calibration, Service and Spare Parts ................................. 29
Instrument Control................................................................ 9
Returning product to Megger UK & USA service centres... 29
Initial setup ..................................................................... 10
Approved Service Centres ................................................. 30
Lock Voltage ................................................................... 10
Accessories, Equipment and Spares…………………………..31
Alarm setting................................................................... 10
Recording temperature ................................................... 10
Breakdown mode / burn mode ....................................... 11
Running an insulation test .............................................. 11
Memory functions and downloading ............................... 12
Real-time output during insulation tests ......................... 13
PowerDB ............................................................................... 14
Interfacing MIT ranges to PowerDB ............................... 14
Import/Live Stream Control Application ........................ 15
Battery indicator............................................................... 15
On screen error reporting ............................................... 16
Measurement Modes ......................................................... 17
‘Spot’ IR test ................................................................... 17
Timed IR test .................................................................. 17
DAR and PI Insulation Tests .......................................... 17
Dielectric Discharge test ................................................. 18
Step Voltage Test ........................................................... 19
Ramp voltage test........................................................... 20
Measurement Techniques.................................................. 21
Understanding Measurement Currents .......................... 21
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General description
The new range of Insulation Resistance Testers (IRT) consists
of four models; an entry level 5 kV and three fully featured
units, one 5 kV, one 10 kV and one 15 kV.
Features
• Max resistance is 10 TΩ (5 kV), 20 TΩ (10 kV) and 30 TΩ
(15 kV)
• MIT515 with IR, IR(t), PI and DAR
• MIT525, MIT1025, MIT1525 diagnostic and over voltage
tests - PI, DAR, DD, SV and ramp test.
• Operate and charge on line power/mains (except during
actual test)
• Light weight Li ion battery
• CATIV 600 V safety rating (MIT515, MIT525, MIT1025)
CATIV 1000 V safety rating (MIT1525) – applies to
voltmeter function
• Advanced memory with time/date stamp
• DC and AC voltmeter (30 V to 660 V)
• Large LCD display with backlight
• Download of saved results and logs via isolated USB cable
(MIT525, MIT1025, MIT1525 only)
• PowerDB Lite software included with MIT525, MIT1025
and MIT1525.
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Instrument Controls and Indicators
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Preparations for Use Power lead connection table
Connection UK/International USA
Initial instructions Earth/Ground Yellow/Green Green
• Remove instrument, power lead and pouch from the Neutral Blue White
packing box.
Live (Line) Brown Black
• Clip the test lead pouch to the lid.
• Open the lid and familiarise yourself with the layout and Functional verification
position of the IEC 60320 power inlet on the left side of
the panel. An isolated USB socket is found on the right Simply turning on the instrument will initiate a start-up process
side of the instrument. and the display will respond. If an error is detected ‘Err’ will be
displayed with an associated error number.
• Unpack leads and pack them into the lead pouch.
• Read the product manual, especially the warnings. Calibration
• A quick reference is provided in the instrument lid. The MIT515, MIT525, MIT1025 and MIT1525 are supplied with
a calibration certificate which is automatically generated as
• Keep the original packaging for re-use.
part of Megger’s final test procedure.
Power lead and battery charging UKAS accredited calibration certificates are available from
Megger but this service is chargeable.
• If the power lead supplied is not suitable for your
line/mains connection, do not use an adaptor. Always
Storage
use a power lead fitted with the correct plug.
Instruments should be stored in storerooms which meet the
• Supply voltage: 90 to 265 V rms ac at 50/60 Hz. storage temperature and humidity specifications listed in this
• A green LED illuminates when line power/mains is document. If charging is incorporated in the storeroom the
present. room must be well ventilated.
• The battery will charge as long as the mains supply is
connected, except when a test is in progress.
• For optimum battery life, charge the battery after each
use. Full charge duration is up to 2½ hours but a first
charge time of 3 hours is advised.
• The battery must be charged between 0 ºC and 40 ºC
ambient temperature. If the battery detects a
temperature outside this range the battery symbol will Operating Instructions
flash.
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General operation voltage range or mode is changed or by pressing the right
arrow/breakdown button.
The MIT515, MIT525, MIT1025, MIT1525 Insulation resistance
testers (IRTs) are primarily controlled by two rotary switches
and a TEST button used to start and stop a test (see section
entitled, ‘Instrument Control and Indicators’). The central rotary
switch includes an ‘OFF’ position; the instrument switches on
by rotating the switch either clockwise or anticlockwise from
this position. A range of test voltages for insulation resistance
tests up to 5 kV for MIT515/MIT525,10 kV for MIT1025 and 15
kV for MIT1525 are available, including a user selectable
voltage range which can be set between 40V or 100 V and
5000 V, 10000 V or 15000 V depending on model. The
‘lockable’ test voltage range can be adjusted in the settings Instrument controls are simple to operate. The central rotary
function. switch incorporates the OFF position. The left hand rotary
switch selects insulation test type (test mode switch). The
The settings function is indicated by a spanner symbol and TEST button starts and stops a test.
facilitates lock voltage, low resistance alarm, temperature,
time/date adjustment. A light blue coloured section of the
rotary switch denotes memory functions; open records,
download via USB and delete records. A dedicated save
button is provided on the MIT525, MIT1025 and MIT1525
models and all models have a backlight button.
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Reset Default Settings
Breakdown vs. burn mode
In breakdown mode insulation tests are automatically stopped
when a fault causes the applied voltage to drop rapidly. Burn
mode IR tests ignore breakdown and continue to test the
insulation and are therefore destructive tests. Burn mode is
used to purposely create a carbon track in insulation to
facilitate fault location. Burn mode only operates at test
voltages of 500 V and above.
Voltmeter
A voltmeter is incorporated in the
instrument and measures AC/DC
voltage from 30 V to 660 V. Frequency
(Hz) is measured and displayed for AC
voltages. Voltmeter mode is activated by
switching to ‘V’ mode as illustrated. Remove AC source, press OK, backlight buttons and switch
main rotary switch from OFF to setting icon.
Positive and negative terminals are used for the voltmeter
function; do not connect the GUARD terminal when in
voltmeter (V) mode.
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Instrument Control the desired voltage is displayed, it is saved, by pressing the
OK button. The setting does not change even if the instrument
Initial setup is switched off.
It is important to setup the Real Time Clock (RTC) on models
Alarm setting
MIT525, MIT1025 and MIT1525 to ensure that records saved
in the instrument are time/date stamped correctly. The MIT515 A low resistance alarm sounds when the resistance level of an
does not require time/date setting. The RTC has a separate insulator reaches the alarm, assuming alarm has been
battery to maintain settings even when the primary battery is activated. The default alarm setting is 500 kΩ and inactive (X
removed. is displayed on the right of the display). Set central and mode
rotary switches to the settings and IR positions respectively.
To set the clock and date, Press the right arrow button once. The low resistance alarm
select the settings can be set at the default value by simply pressing the OK
function on the central button, or changed to a different alarm resistance level using
rotary switch and turn the the up/down arrow buttons and save it by pressing OK.
mode rotary switch to IR.
Navigate using the
left/right arrows to where
the time and date is displayed.
Recording temperature
Set the time using the up and down arrows. Change the hours The MIT525 and MIT1025 are able to record insulation
and minutes then press OK to save. temperature measured by an independent thermometer. If you
do not wish to record temperature do not change the default
setting or reset it if it was previously set.
Select the day/month format required, i.e. d:m for day:month Move the central rotary switch to point to settings and press
or m:d for month:day and press the right arrow button, then set the right/left arrow buttons until ‘tº ---‘ is displayed. The default
the date and press OK to save. A tick on the left of the display setting is no temperature record. This can be changed by
indicates that a setting is saved, a cross is displayed during pressing up or down arrows to select either ºF or ºC
adjustment indicates that it is not set. Exit settings by changing temperature entry. Pressing OK will confirm the setting and
the central rotary switch to a different position. result in a prompt for temperature to be entered whenever the
save button is pressed after completing any test. Up and down
arrows facilitate temperature entry in 1 ºC increments /
decrements.
Lock Voltage
The user selectable ‘lock’ voltage range is set by adjusting the
displayed voltage using the up and down arrow buttons. When
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Breakdown mode / burn mode accompanied by an intermittent beeper, (see Voltmeter pg. 9).
The insulation resistance ‘IR’ test operates This is especially likely in electrically noisy environments.
in either ‘Breakdown’ or ‘Burn’ mode.
Default mode is breakdown. Should electrical noise be present it will cause a current to flow
through the instrument’s internal discharge resistors. If this
becomes excessive and exceeds instrument rating, damage to
Left and right arrow buttons toggle between the instrument may result.
burn and breakdown mode when a voltage
range is selected. Press and hold left The MIT1525 has been designed to handle high noise currents
arrow/burn to activate burn mode. up to 6 mA. If current above 6 mA is detected, the instrument
will sound an urgent “warble” tone and be accompanied by the
In breakdown mode the test will automatically terminate on symbols G .
detection of a breakdown to prevent damage to the insulation.
The instrument should be immediately disconnected from the
Burn mode disables the normal breakdown detection and supply after discharging the dc test voltage taking care to
test voltage continues after breakdown of the insulation. ensure Safe Working Practices. (NB very high induced
This enables the location of the failure to be seen and voltages may be present)
detected acoustically but it is a destructive test.
To assist user safety, the instruments will not permit a test to
Due to the potential damage that could occur, the unit be started if the induced voltage exceeds 6 mA.
produces two long beeps when starting a test with burn mode
activated. It is possible to adjust the test voltage using the up and down
arrow buttons, either before or during a test. Once a test has
Running an insulation test begun, it is advisable to only adjust the voltage in the first 10s
of the test to prevent interference with the capacitive and
Before testing any reactive load the insulation must be
absorptive currents in the insulator.
fully discharged.
A test can be started by pressing the ‘TEST‘
15 kV - The functional earth terminal (g ) must be button for approximately 3 seconds from the test
connected to ground or a uni-potential bonding point. screen or voltmeter screen. A timer will be
displayed to indicate elapsed time during the
Great care should always be taken when connecting the leads test. The test is stopped, by pressing the TEST button. As
to a system to be tested. Even isolated systems may exhibit soon as the test is stopped a discharge of the insulator is
charges or induced voltages and appropriate Safe Working automatically initiated. An ‘StP’ indication informs the user that
Practices must be employed. the test is terminating and after a few seconds the voltage on
the terminals will be displayed. Left and right arrows can be
On connection of the test leads prior to starting a test, any used to scroll between terminal voltage, last test voltage and
voltages of 50 V or more will be indicated on the display,
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the set range voltage. In the event of a terminal voltage of ≥50 Recall results
V a voltage and warning will be displayed. Setting the central rotary switch to
‘open folder’ position enables the
Do not disconnect instrument leads or clamps until the user to recall saved results
LED and display warnings are switched off indicating that beginning with the most recent
the unit under test is discharged! Significant current can result. Up and down arrow buttons
be stored in reactive loads which act as capacitors or enable the user to scroll through
inductors, which can be lethal. results based on a sequential four
digit index. Left and right arrow buttons scroll through a single
The display shows the final resistance result, capacitance, test result showing all saved test data including time/date. Where
current and Time Constant (TC) in addition to test duration. logging has been enabled, only the final result is displayed on
screen. The full result can be viewed by downloading to
On MIT525, MIT1025, and MIT1525 models the result can be PowerDB/PowerDB Lite.
saved by pressing the dedicated save () button after a
resistance or voltage test is complete. The save button will In saved results, the test mode is identified by the icon or
appear momentarily to confirm the data is saved. If a full test abbreviation of each test on the display. In addition, the open
curve is required the user must select logging by pressing the folder icon is displayed to indicate recall memory mode.
save button before starting the test. Data will be logged every
5 seconds for the duration of a resistance test. It is not Download results
possible to log voltages in voltmeter mode. PowerDB Pro, Advanced and Lite are
Megger’s asset and data management
If temperature entry has been activated a prompt will appear software packages with integrated
for the user to enter a temperature reading after IR and IR(t) forms for MIT525, MIT1025, MIT1525
insulation tests. DAR, PI, SV, ramp and DD tests will not instruments.
prompt for temperature input.
The default download on the
Display backlight is activated by pressing the (J ) button. The instrument is a single test log or
backlight button can be pressed a second time to deactivate summary result. To download all results press an arrow
the backlight. Automatic deactivation will occur after a preset button.
timeout period if not deactivated manually.
Detailed instructions on how to interface with PowerDB are
Memory functions and downloading available on the product CD on a document entitled
‘Interfacing MIT525, MIT1025 and MIT1525 to PowerDB’.
Models MIT525, MIT1025 and MIT1525 have advanced
storage, recall and download functions to facilitate PowerDB offers instructions specific to MIT525, MIT1025,
documentation of insulation tests. MIT1525 regarding the download procedure. When results are
downloaded the IRT can be disconnected from the PC after
the application releases the port.
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Start the application and activate real time data capture in the
form of choice. As soon as the test is started real time data
output will begin. When the test is complete ensure that the
Deleting results form is saved in PowerDB Pro/Advanced/Lite.
There are two delete functions; delete a
single result and delete all results.
Select the bin icon on the central rotary
switch. The first record indicated
contains the result of the last test
performed. Up/down arrows navigate
through records and the OK button is
used to select delete where the ‘X’
changes to a tick and the on screen bin icon flashes. A
subsequent press of the OK button activates the deletion.
The default delete is a single test result, press the right arrow
button to select delete all test results from memory.
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PowerDB
PowerDB is software used for the collection and reporting of Select the appropriate soft button for the
data from maintenance and inspection activities performed on instrument you are testing with from the
electrical equipment used in the generation, transmission, and window entitled, “Select An
distribution of electric power. Instrument”. This will take you to the
Instrument Configuration window.
The software includes interfaces for many test instruments and
Expand the ‘Ports’ section in Device
allows for automated testing and data acquisition, as well as
Manager. One serial port should be
imports from various file formats. Result and summary reports
allocated to ‘Megger Device (COMxx)’
can be easily generated.
where xx is the port number.
Three editions of PowerDB are available:
• PowerDB Pro Ensure that port number xx is allocated
• PowerDB Advanced correctly in the Instrument Configuration
• PowerDB Lite window, then click the OK to complete
configuration after ensuring that the
PowerDB provides a simple and consistent user interface to correct model is selected.
many Megger instruments including the DELTA Series Power
Factor Test Sets, 3-Phase TTR units, earth testers, 5 kV, 10
kV and 15 kV insulation resistance testers (IRTs), and many
more. PowerDB Lite is bundled with the Megger’s MIT and S1-
Series. The new S1-Series has remote control capability and a
specific application to enable remote control testing of assets.
Interfacing MIT range to PowerDB Select the required test mode from the
Select a Form window and click OK to
The MIT range has a USB cable connection. continue.
Connect the MIT to a PC via the USB cable provided and
enable the driver for the S1 / MIT to be found via the internet,
or alternatively, load the version supplied on the product CD if After the form loads, click the ‘zap’ icon
the PC being used has no access to the internet. The on the toolbar to initialise the instrument.
instrument does not need to be powered up to respond to the An ‘OK’ confirmation appears at the top
driver as it is powered via the USB cable. of the form if communications have been
successful.
Load PowerDB Lite software from the product CD, this may
take several minutes. Run PowerDB Lite software by clicking
the PowerDB Lite icon on your desktop. Make sure you are Scroll down the PowerDB form until you see a table with cyan
using PowerDB version 10.5 or higher. filled headers. RIGHT CLICK once on one of the cyan
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coloured areas to activate the MIT remote control application. Import/Live Stream Control application listed under
The cyan filled cells represent three phases A, B and C. Right Test Info can be saved in any form by exiting the
clicking on a phase will open up the appropriate application. logger (Go Back To Form), right clicking the require
phase in the form and selecting to Save Selected To
Form from the logger
Copy Results to Clipboard function facilitates a copy
of all data to Excel and other popular software
Delete Selected Data – removes test data from the
Test Info section
Import/Live Stream Control Application Start Importing Results – download results saved on
the instrument
When using a MIT the Import/Live Stream Control Application
will launch. Sample Import/Live Stream Control application after a test.
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Battery indicator ‘Err’ code Fault
The battery symbol on the LCD display contains four pairs of
2 Output voltage over limit
segments. The battery is monitored continuously when the
instrument is turned on. The charge remaining in the battery, is 3 FIFO (memory) overflow
indicated by segment pairs as follows: 4 HV board mismatch with control board setup
5 Battery low error
Fully charged battery
6 Control board detected inter-board
communication failure
7 Test button stuck
50% charged battery
8 Measurement board i2c failed
9 Measurement board detected inter-board
Empty battery communication failure
10 Isolation power supply cut-out
Tests cannot be started, and the battery
may fail at any time 11 Instrument attempted auto power off but failed
Symbol flashes when there is not 12 HV circuit control fault
enough charge for a test and the
instrument will turn itself off. If an error occurs do not attempt to repair the instrument.
Obtain a repair number from Megger Instruments Limited,
When mains power is present the carefully pack in a suitable box and send the faulty instrument
indicator shows the battery is being to the nearest Megger Approved Service Centre, if possible
charged by animating the segments of the bar graph. noting the error that was reported.
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Timed IR test
Measurement Modes A timed test IR(t) will
automatically
‘Spot’ IR test terminate an insulation
The spot insulation resistance test (IR) is selected on the test test after a preset time.
mode rotary switch. Select the IR setting and then the required Default timer is set to 1
test voltage using the preconfigured voltage ranges on the minute and is
central rotary switch or the VL user settable/lockable voltage adjustable within the
range. All preconfigured voltage ranges, but not VL, are settings function. This
adjustable using up and down arrow buttons before and during is a useful feature which saves the user watching the display
the test, but the latter should be limited to the first 10 seconds for the full duration of the test and the possibility of missing the
of IR and IR(t) tests. Press and hold TEST to start the test. 1 minute reading.
To set the user defined Turn the central rotary switch to the settings position. Select
IR(t) on the test mode rotary switch. The default time of 1:00
lock voltage VL, turn
minute will flash prompting the user to select a new time using
the central rotary switch
the up/down arrow buttons. Press OK to set test duration and
to settings and the mode
turn central rotary switch to desired test voltage. Press and
switch to IR. The preset
hold TEST to start the test.
voltage 5000 V will flash
and can be changed
using the up/down buttons. When the required maximum DAR and PI Insulation Tests
voltage is displayed, press the OK button to save the setting. DAR and PI tests are
This setting will remain until it is reset. measurements of
resistance over time
Whenever VL is selected the set voltage is shown on the expressed as a ratio of
display. The voltage lock is useful when, for example, testing resistance at time t2
insulation of XLPE cables that should not be tested above divided by resistance
5000 V. The lock function will ensure it does not exceed the at time t1. The
VL voltage within the stated output voltage accuracy. assumption is that
insulation temperature does not vary widely over the duration
On test completion, insulation capacitance (C) and the Time of the test so the resulting DAR and/or PI value are
Constant (TC) associated with it is calculated and displayed. temperature independent. Testing should be done at or below
40 ºC, 104 ºF for this assumption to hold.
Time Constant (TC) = Rinsulation x Cinsulation
DAR and PI timers t1 and t2 are set when DAR or PI is
selected on the test mode rotary switch with the central rotary
switch in the settings position. Timer t1 is set first followed by
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t2. Up and down arrow buttons are used to change the t1 and PI results > 1.5 are regarded as acceptable by IEC60085-
t2 default values and OK confirms each setting. 01:1984 for thermal class rating A, and PI results > 2.0 for
thermal class ratings B, F and H.
DAR and PI insulation test voltages are selected on the central
rotary switch by simply aligning the switch opposite to the Dielectric Discharge test
required insulation test voltage. Press and hold TEST to start a The Dielectric Discharge
DAR/PI test. (DD) or re-absorption
current test operates
DAR is defined as the ratio of insulation resistance at 1 minute during the discharge of
divided by insulation resistance at 30 seconds, although a 1 the dielectric under test.
minute, 15 second DAR is also popular: Originally developed by
EDF, France’s power
DAR = IR60s / IR30s utility company, it is a
diagnostic insulation test that allows ageing, deterioration, and
Insulation Condition DAR result voids in the insulation to be assessed. The result is dependent
on the discharge characteristic so the internal condition of the
Poor <1
insulation is tested, largely independent of any surface
Acceptable 1 – 1.4
contamination.
Excellent 1.4 – 1.6
The insulator must first be charged for a sufficient time to be
IEEE standard 43-2000, Recommended Practice for Testing
stable, i.e. charging and polarization are complete and the only
Insulation Resistance for Rotating Machines, defines PI as the
remaining component of current is leakage current due to the
ratio of insulation resistance at 10 minutes divided by
insulation. On discharge the capacitive component of the
insulation resistance at 1 minute:
discharge current decays from a high value with a relatively
short time constant of a few seconds. The released absorption
PI = IR10min / IR1min current decays from a lower value with a relatively long time
constant of up to several minutes.
If IR1min > 5000 MΩ the PI may or may not be an indication of
insulation condition and is therefore not recommended by The DD timer defaults to 30 minutes of charging, which is
IEEE std. 43. generally sufficient time for full absorption to take place in an
insulation material. The default test voltage is set to 500 V so
Insulation Condition PI result the primary rotary switch must be set at or above 500 V.
Poor <1
Questionable 1-2 The default DD test duration (t1) is 30 minutes insulation test
Acceptable 2-4 followed by a fixed 1 minute discharge. The initial 30 minute
period can be adjusted but care should be taken to ensure that
Good >4
full absorption will take place in the insulation test period. DD
should be selected on the test mode rotary switch and settings
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on the central rotary switch. Timer t1 is set using the up and Step Voltage Test
down arrow buttons and OK confirms the setting. The SV test is a controlled overvoltage test that can be applied
to stator and rotor windings on synchronous and
The ‘DD’ test requires the instrument to measure the asynchronous AC motors and the armature and field windings
discharge current 1 minute after the removal of the test on DC motors. It is advisable to perform a PI test before an SV
voltage, which is greater than the primary time constant of the test to determine if the insulation is suitable for overvoltage
discharge. On completion of the test, the instrument uses this testing. If a PI test was performed to verify the winding’s
measurement along with the test voltage and calculated
suitability for over voltage testing, the winding must be
capacitance to produce a figure of merit indicating the quality completely discharged before the overvoltage test is
of the insulation. performed.
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The reference standard for step voltage testing is IEEE 95-
2002.
The test will ramp the voltage until it reaches the selected test
voltage unless a breakdown or sudden rise in current is
detected. The result displayed after the test is the final
insulation resistance, voltage and current. If the result is saved
a complete curve of current (µA) and voltage (kV) is recorded
and can be read into PowerDB, PowerDB Lite or converted to
a spreadsheet so that the current vs. voltage curves can be
compared to published curves in IEEE 95-2002.
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Measurement Techniques
Understanding Measurement Currents
Insulation resistance is defined as the dc test voltage divided In the case of dry insulation, conductance current may be
by the total current flowing in an insulator. The total current negligible and the leakage current may be low, in which case
has four components; capacitive current, absorption current, the absorption current will dominate the total current
conductance current and leakage current. measured.
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calculate resistance. This technique is only permissible if the
Insulation measurements above 100 GΩ item under test is isolated from ground. In this context isolated
means insulated by a resistance of at least 5 MΩ for the
Measurements up to 100 GΩ can be made without any special positive terminal, or at least 10 kΩ for the negative terminal.
precautions, assuming that the test leads are reasonably clean
and dry. The guard lead can be used to remove the effects of
surface leakage if necessary. When measuring resistances
above 100 GΩ, the test leads should not be allowed to touch
each other, or any other object since this will introduce
leakage paths. Sharp points at the test lead connections
should also be avoided since this will encourage corona
discharge.
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Terminals The display will show a warning and fuse terminal symbol if
There are three test terminals marked +, - and GUARD. These the internal guard terminal fuse has blown. The instrument
terminals are designed to accept only genuine Megger test must be switched off to clear the message before further
leads. Shutters across the terminals prevent accidental ingress testing is permitted. The fuse should be replaced by an
of dirt and other objects. Test lead plugs interlock with the authorised repairer. The instrument may be used in the
shutters and are released by rotating the test lead plug by a meantime if the guard terminal not used. Refer to notes
quarter turn. regarding measurements above 100 GΩ above.
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Preventive Maintenance Replacing the battery
Read and fully understand the warnings on the Li-ion battery in
Cleaning the Safety Warnings section of this document.
Disconnect the instrument and wipe it with a clean cloth
slightly damped with soapy water or Isopropyl alcohol (IPA). The battery pack contains Lithium-ion cells and should be
Care should be taken near the terminals, IEC power and USB replaced when it no longer holds a charge. A new battery is
sockets. available as a spare part from Megger. Genuine Megger
battery packs must be used. Failure to use genuine parts
Care of the instrument may affect product safety performance and will invalidate
your warranty.
The instrument should always be handled with care and not
dropped. Always ensure that the instrument is secured when
Danger Electric Shock Hazard: Removing the lower case to
being transported to prevent mechanical shock.
change the battery exposes the AC supply wiring which will be
at a hazardous voltage if the equipment is connected to the
Leads AC supply.
Leads are silicone insulated and perform well in all weather
conditions. Always keep the leads in the clip-on lead pouch Replacement involves removal of four screws from the bottom
supplied with the instrument. of the instrument after which the base can be lifted away from
the front panel and internal moulded assembly. Care should
Regular inspection of leads is recommended to ensure they be taken to keep the front panel and moulding assembly
are not damaged in any way. Damaged leads could affect together. The battery pack is housed within a grey moulded
insulation resistance readings and are a safety hazard. cover secured by four screws.
Store the instrument in a cool, dry location to improve battery MIT515, MIT525, MIT1025 battery replacement
life. Storage temperatures below freezing should be avoided. instructions:
1. Remove the lid, switch the central rotary switch to OFF.
2. Disconnect the IEC AC power lead and all test leads
before inverting the lower case, resting the front panel
on a soft surface so as not to damage the keypad.
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3. Remove the four case fixing screws and lift off case 7. Withdraw one used battery and carefully unclip its
bottom. battery cable connector, then the other used battery
4. Carefully unclip the battery cable connector leading and its connector.
from the main printed circuit board to the battery and 8. Replace with two genuine spare batteries ordered from
remove the cables from recesses designed to hold Megger, ensuring correct orientation of the cable in
them in place. the socket.
5. Remove the four screws and lift off the battery cover. 9. With both new batteries fitted, replace the battery
6. Remove the used battery and replace with a genuine support bracket and the two retaining screws.
spare battery ordered from Megger, ensuring correct 10. Replace the lower case and secure with the retaining
orientation of cable exit. screws.
7. Route the battery cables via the recesses and clip the 11. Check and verify instrument operation.
battery connector to the printed circuit board battery
receptacle ensuring correct orientation.
8. Replace the battery cover and secure with the four
screws.
9. Ensure the alignment of the instrument panel and high
voltage moulding, then replace the lower case and
secure with the retaining screws. Take especial care
not to leave foreign bodies inside the casing.
10. Check and verify instrument operation.
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MIT515, MIT525 accuracy from 1 MΩ to (23 °C)
Technical Specification
5000 V 2500 V 1000 V 500 V 250 V
±5% to 1 TΩ 500 GΩ 200 GΩ 100 GΩ 50 GΩ
Electrical specification ±20% to 10 TΩ 5 TΩ 2 TΩ 1 TΩ 500 GΩ
Voltage input range:
5 kV, 10 kV 90-264 V rms, 47/63 Hz, 100 VA MIT1025 accuracy from 1 MΩ to (23 °C)
15 kV 90-264 V rms, 47/63 Hz, 200 VA
10000 V 5000 V 2500 V 1000 V 500 V
Battery 11.1 V, 5.2 A hour, safety rated to IEC ±5% to 2 TΩ 1 TΩ 500 GΩ 200 GΩ 100 GΩ
62133:2003 ±20% to 20 TΩ 10 TΩ 5 TΩ 2 TΩ 1 TΩ
Battery life
MIT515, MIT525: Typical capacity is 6 hours continuous
MIT1525 accuracy from 1 MΩ to (23 °C)
@ 5 kV with a 100 MΩ load
MIT1025: Typical capacity is 4.5 hours continuous
15000 V 10000 V 5000 V 2500 V 1000 V
@10 kV with a 100 MΩ load
±5% to 3 TΩ 2 TΩ 1 TΩ 500 GΩ 200 GΩ
MIT1525: Typical capacity is 4.5 hours continuous
@ 15 kV with a 100 MΩ load ±20% to 30 TΩ 20 TΩ 10 TΩ 5 TΩ 2 TΩ
Battery charge time: 2.5 hours from deep discharge, Guard (positioned centrally on insulator): Guards out
2 hours from normal discharge parallel leakage resistance down to 500
30 min. charge: 1 hour continuous test at 100 MΩ, 5 kV kΩ with a maximum additional
resistance error of 1% with a 100 MΩ
Test voltages load
MIT515, MIT525: 250 V, 500 V, 1000 V, 2500 V, 5000 V
MIT1025: 500 V, 1000 V, 2500 V, 5000 V,10000 V Display range analogue: 100 kΩ to 10 TΩ
MIT1525: 1000 V, 2500 V, 5000 V, 10000V,15000 V
Display range digital:
User defined test voltage: MIT515, MIT525: 10 kΩ to 10 TΩ
MIT515, MIT525: 100 V to 1 kV in 10 V steps, MIT1025: 10 kΩ to 20 TΩ
1 kV to 5 kV in 25 V steps, MIT1525: 10 kΩ to 30 TΩ
MIT1025: 5 kV to 10 kV in 25 V steps
MIT1525: 5 kV to 15 kV in 25 V steps Short circuit current: 3 mA nominal*,
* Maximum power regulation technology ensure maximum
power transfer throughout all loads not just at short circuit
outperforming many 5 mA testers
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Capacitor charge: Timer range: Up to 99 minutes, 15 second minimum
MIT515, MIT525: < 3 s/µF to 5 kV setting
MIT1025: < 5 s/µF to 10 kV
MIT1525: < 6.3 s/µF to 15 kV Memory capacity: 5½ hours continuous logging every 5 s.
or 33 logged PI tests, or 350 logged IR
Capacitor discharge: tests
MIT515, MIT525: <250 ms/µF discharge from 5000 V
MIT1025: <500 ms/µF to discharge from 10000 V Test regimes:
to 50 V MIT515 IR, IR(t), DAR, PI
MIT1525: <3500 ms/µF to discharge from 15000 V MIT525, MIT1025: IR, IR(t), DAR, PI, SV, DD, ramp test
to 50 V MIT1525: IR, IR(t), DAR, PI, SV, DD, ramp test
Capacitance accuracy
(23 °C): ±10% ±5 nF
Current measurement
range: 0.01 nA to 6 mA
Current measurement
accuracy (23 °C): ±2% ±0.5 nA at all voltages
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Environmental Conditions
Altitude:
MIT515, MIT525, MIT1025
3000 m, test lead CAT rating valid to
2000 m, safe working practices must be
applied and clips must not be handled
until discharge is complete
MIT1525 3000 m
GENERAL SPECIFICATION
Safety:
MIT515, MIT525, MIT1025
Meets the requirements of IEC 61010-1, CATIV
600 V to 3000 m
Instrument must be operated with all test leads
connected above 2000 m
MIT1525 Meets the requirements of IEC 61010-1, CATIV
1000 V to 3000 m
Dimensions:
(5 kV, 10 kV) L 315 mm x W 285 mm x H 181 mm
(15 kV) L 360 mm x W 305 mm x H 194 mm
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Repair and Warranty facilities are complemented by a worldwide network of
approved repair and calibration companies to offer excellent
If the protection of an instrument has been impaired it should in-service care for your Megger products.
not be used, but sent for repair by suitably trained and
qualified personnel. The protection is likely to be impaired if,
for example, the instrument shows visible damage, fails to Returning product to Megger UK & USA
perform the intended measurements, has been subjected to service centres
prolonged storage under unfavourable conditions, or has been 1. When an instrument requires recalibration, or in the event
exposed to severe transport stresses. of a repair being necessary, a Returns Authorisation (RA)
number must first be obtained from one of the addresses
New instruments are covered by a two year warranty from shown above. You will be asked to provide the following
the date of purchase by the user, the second year being information to enable the Megger Service Department to
conditional on registration of the product on prepare in advance for receipt of your instrument, and to
www.megger.com. Any unauthorised prior repair or provide the best possible service to you.
adjustment will automatically invalidate the warranty. • Model, e.g. MIT1025.
• Serial number, to be found on the underside of the
These products contain no repairable parts, with the exception case or on the calibration certificate.
of the user replaceable battery, and if defective should be • Reason for return, e.g. calibration required, or
returned to your supplier in original packaging or packed so repair.
that it is protected from damage during transit. Damage in • Details of the fault if the instrument is to be
transit is not covered by this warranty and replacement/repair repaired.
is chargeable. 2. Make a note of the RA number. A returns label can be
emailed or faxed to you if you wish.
Calibration, Service and Spare Parts 3. Pack the instrument in the original packing box to prevent
For service requirements for Megger Instruments contact: damage in transit.
4. Ensure the returns label is attached, or that the RA number
Megger Instruments Limited Megger is clearly marked on the outside of the package and on any
Archcliffe Road Valley Forge Corporate correspondence, before sending the instrument, freight
Dover Centre paid, to Megger. Copies of the original purchase invoice
Kent CT17 9EN 2621 Van Buren Avenue and packing note should be sent simultaneously by airmail
England. Norristown PA 19403 to expedite clearance through customs. In the case of
Tel: +44 (0) 1304 502 243 U.S.A. instruments requiring repair outside the warranty period, an
Fax: +44 (0) 1304 207 342 Tel: +1 610 676 8579 immediate quotation can be provided when obtaining the
Fax: +1 610 676 8625 RA number.
5. You may track the progress of your return on line at
Megger operate fully traceable calibration and repair facilities, www.megger.com
ensuring your instrument continues to provide the high
standard of performance and workmanship you expect. These
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Approved Service Centres
A list of Approved Service Centres may be obtained from the
UK address above, or from Megger’s website at
www.megger.com
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Accessories, Equipment and Spares
Included
Accessories
Part
Accessories
(all
models)
Part
Number
Number
Spare
Li-‐ion
Battery
1002-‐552
User
guide
CD-‐ROM
Power lead
3
m
leadset
x
3,
medium
insulated
clips
(5
kV,
10
kV)
1002-‐531
Included
Accessories
(MIT525,
MIT1025,
MIT1525)
USB
cable
25970-041
PowerDB
Lite
software
3
m
leadset
x
3,
large
insulated
clips
(MIT1025
only)
1002-‐534
3
m
15
kV
leadset
x
3,
15
kV
clip
(MIT1525
only)
1002-‐949
Optional
Accessories
HV
test
lead
sets
5
kV,
10
kV
3 m leadset x 3, medium insulated
clips 1002-531
3 m leadset x 3, large insulated clips 1002-534
3 m leadset x 3, bare clips 8101-181
8 m leadset x 3, bare clips 8101-182
15 m leadset x 3, bare clips 8101-183
Screened
HV
test
lead
sets
5
kV,
10
kV
3 m, 5 kV screened un-insulated small clips
6220-835
15 m, 5 kV screened un-insulated small clips
6311-080
3 m, 10 kV screened un-insulated small clips 6220-834
10 m, 10 kV screened un-insulated small clips 6220-861
15 m, 10 kV screened un-insulated small clips 6220-833
Other
Accessories
CB101, 5 kV Calibration Box 6311-077
Calibration Certificate - CB101 1000-113
UKAS calibration Certificate CB101 1000-047
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The company reserves the right to change the specification or design without prior notice.
www.megger.com
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