AEMC FlexProbe 24-3001 User Manual

AEMC FlexProbe 24-3001 User Manual

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FLEXIBLE
AC CURRENT PROBE
24-3001
E N G L I S H
User Manual

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  • Page 1 FlexProbe ® FLEXIBLE  AC CURRENT PROBE 24-3001 E N G L I S H User Manual...
  • Page 2 Notes:...
  • Page 3 Notes:...
  • Page 4 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 #: 2120.81 Model #:...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents INTRODUCTION ..................1 1.1 International Electrical Symbols ..........1 1.2 Definition of Measurement Categories ........2 1.3 Receiving Your Shipment ............2 1.4 Ordering Information ..............2 1.4.1 Accessories and Replacement Parts ......2 PRODUCT FEATURES ................3 2.1 Description ................3 2.2 General Features ..............4 2.3 FlexProbe 24-3001 Features...........5 ®...
  • Page 6: Introduction

    CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION WARNING Read the instruction manual completely and follow all the safety • information before attempting to use or service this instrument. • Wear protective clothing and gloves as required. • Use caution on any circuit: potentially high voltages and currents may be present and may pose a shock hazard.
  • Page 7: Definition Of Measurement Categories

    Banana (Female) / BNC (Male) Adapter......Cat. # 2118.46 For connection of FlexProbe to BNC terminals on scopes and other ® displaying instruments. Order Accessories and Replacement Parts Directly Online www.aemc.com/store Check our Storefront at for availability FlexProbe - Flexible AC Current Probe ®...
  • Page 8: Product Features

    CHAPTER 2 PRODUCT FEATURES Description The FlexProbe is a flexible AC current transformer composed of a flexible ® sensor and an electronic module. The flexible sensor permits measure- ments on conductors where standard clamp-on probes could not be used. In particular, it can be installed in tight spaces, around breaker panels, around cable bundles, around wide or large bus bars, or even wrapped around irregular shapes.
  • Page 9: General Features

    General Features • Models to measure from 0.5 to 3000Arms • Accuracy 1% of Reading ± 500mA • TRMS measurements when connected to a TRMS instrument • No core saturation or damage if overloaded • Overrange LED for measurement circuitry • EN 61010;...
  • Page 10: Flexprobe 24-3001 Features

    FlexProbe 24-3001 Features ® 1. Flexible sensor (Ø 0.5", 12.5mm) 2. Range selection switch 3. Power ON indicator (Green LED) 4. Overload indicator (Red LED) 5. Electronic module 6. Double insulated 14" (36cm) lead with 4mm safety banana plugs 7. FlexProbe connector/latch ®...
  • Page 11: Specifications

    CHAPTER 3 SPECIFICATIONS Reference Conditions: 41°F ± 5°F (23°C ± 3°C), 20 to 70% RH, 50Hz, 1 minute warm-up, battery at 9V ± 0.1V, external magnetic field < 40A/m, no DC component, no external current carrying conductor, 10MΩ load, conductor center. Electrical Current Range: 300/3000A Output Signal: mV output (4000mV peak max)
  • Page 12: Environmental

    Environmental Operating Temperature Range: 14° to 131°F (-10° to +55°C) Storage Temperature Range: -40° to 158°F (-40° to +70°C) Influence of Temperature: Sensor: -14° to 212°F (-10° to 100°C); <0.5% per 10°C Module: -14° to 131°F (-10° to 55°C); <0.5% per 10°C Operating Relative Humidity: 50°...
  • Page 13: Safety Specifications

    Safety Specifications Electrical Safety - Conformity to International Standards The instrument is compliant with IEC 61010-2-032, 600V category IV or 1000V category III. Double or reinforced insulation Type of current sensor per IEC 61010-2-032: type B Electromagnetic Compatibility: The device is in conformity with standard IEC 61326-1. *Specifications are subject to change at any time without notice FlexProbe - Flexible AC Current Probe...
  • Page 14: Operation

    CHAPTER 4 OPERATION Please make sure that you have already read and fully understand the WARNING section on page 1. Making Measurements with the FlexProbe ® 1. Connect the electronic module to the AC Volt range of your DMM or measuring instrument.
  • Page 15: Tips For Making Precise Measurements

    Tips for Making Precise Measurements • When using the FlexProbe with a meter, it is ® important to select the range that provides the best resolution. Failure to do this may result in measurement errors. • For best results, select the highest FlexProbe ®...
  • Page 16 250A 3000A C O M Range One turn around a conductor carrying 250A Figure 1 C O M 3000A 250A Range Double the turns to double the output in low current applications or for higher sensitivity Figure 2 FlexProbe - Flexible AC Current Probe ®...
  • Page 17: Maintenance

    CHAPTER 5 MAINTENANCE Warning • For maintenance use only specified replacement parts. • To avoid electrical shock, do not attempt to perform any servicing unless you are qualified to do so. • Do not perform any service while the FlexProbe is on any ®...
  • Page 18: Repair And Calibration

    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 ® ®...
  • Page 19: Limited Warranty

    Instruments, not by the distributor from whom it was ® purchased. 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.
  • Page 20 08/21 99-MAN 100272 v13 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...

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