Extech Instruments MA1500 User Manual
Extech Instruments MA1500 User Manual

Extech Instruments MA1500 User Manual

1500amp true rms ac/dc clamp meter
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User's Guide
1500Amp True RMS AC/DC
Clamp Meter
Model MA1500
www.ponpe.com
contact:
sale@ponpe.com

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  • Page 1 User's Guide 1500Amp True RMS AC/DC Clamp Meter Model MA1500 contact: www.ponpe.com sale@ponpe.com...
  • Page 2 Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of this MA1500 True RMS Clamp Meter. This meter measures AC Current, DC Current, AC/DC Voltage, Resistance, Capacitance, Frequency, Diode Test, Duty Cycle and Continuity. The molded case is designed for heavy duty use. This meter is shipped fully tested and calibrated and, with proper use, will provide years of reliable service.
  • Page 3: Safety Notes

    Do not short-circuited the battery. Do not throw batteries into a fire. Function Maximum Input A AC, 1500A DC/AC A DC 1500A DC/AC V DC, V AC 1000V DC/AC Resistance, Capacitance, Frequency, Diode Test 250V DC/AC Type K Temperature 30V DC, 24V AC MA1500 -EU-EN-V1.2-4/11 contact: www.ponpe.com sale@ponpe.com...
  • Page 4: Meter Description

    Amperes (Current) Farad (Capacitance) Hertz (Frequency) Duty Ratio F and Fahrenheit and Celsius units (Temperature) n, m, μ, M, k Unit of measure prefixes: nano, milli, micro, mega, and kilo Continuity test • Diode test MA1500 -EU-EN-V1.2-4/11 contact: www.ponpe.com sale@ponpe.com...
  • Page 5: Operation

    ZERO button. The display will show approxemately zero. The offset value is now stored and removed from all measurements. Frequency When ACA is selected, the measured frequency can be viewed in the lower display. MA1500 -EU-EN-V1.2-4/11 contact: www.ponpe.com sale@ponpe.com...
  • Page 6: Resistance Measurements

    If one reading displays a value (typically 0.400V to 01.800V) and the other reading displays OL, the diode is good. If both readings display OL the device is open. If both readings are very small or ‘0’, the device is shorted. MA1500 -EU-EN-V1.2-4/11 contact: www.ponpe.com sale@ponpe.com...
  • Page 7: Capacitance Measurements

    To freeze the LCD reading, press the HOLD button (located on the function switch knob). While data hold is active, the HOLD icon appears on the LCD. Press the HOLD button again to return to normal operation. MA1500 -EU-EN-V1.2-4/11 contact: www.ponpe.com...
  • Page 8: Lcd Backlight

    APO is now disabled (APO icon is off) and will be reset when the Function switch is returned to the OFF position. Low battery indication When the icon and “-----“appears in the display, the battery should be replaced. Refer to the battery replacement procedure in the maintenance section. MA1500 -EU-EN-V1.2-4/11 contact: www.ponpe.com sale@ponpe.com...
  • Page 9: Maintenance

    / accumulators at collection points in your community or wherever batteries / accumulators are sold! Disposal: Follow the valid legal stipulations in respect of the disposal of the device at the end of its lifecycle MA1500 -EU-EN-V1.2-4/11 contact: www.ponpe.com sale@ponpe.com...
  • Page 10: Specifications

    ± (1.0% reading + 2 digits) Pulse width: 100µs - 100ms, Frequency: 10Hz to 100kHz ±(1.0% reading + 2.5 °C) Temp -100.0 to 1000.0°C (type-K) ±(1.0% reading + 4.5°F) -148.0 to 1832.0°F (probe accuracy not included) MA1500 -EU-EN-V1.2-4/11 contact: www.ponpe.com sale@ponpe.com...
  • Page 11 IEC1010-1 (2001): EN61010-1 (2001) Overvoltage Category IV 600V and Category III 1000V, Pollution Degree 2. Approvals Copyright © 2011 Extech Instruments Corporation (a FLIR company) All rights reserved including the right of reproduction in whole or in part in any form. www.extech.com MA1500 -EU-EN-V1.2-4/11...

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