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720A ANDHELD ETER Models: 720A Intrinsically Safe Handheld Bond Meter Operation Manual rev A Manual Part Number: 720A-900, Rev. A Published June 2021, Geneva, OH 10 TEGAM WAY ● GENEVA, OHIO 44041 ● 440-466-6100 ● FAX 440-466-6110 ● sales@tegam.com...
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FAR 12.212 (Computer software) for the federal government, and DFARS 252.227-7015 (Technical data – Commercial items) and DFARS 227-7202-3 (Rights in commercial computer software or commercial computer 10 TEGAM WAY ● GENEVA, OHIO 44041 ● 440-466-6100 ● FAX 440-466-6110 ● sales@tegam.com...
(80 MHz to 1 GHz) 95% confidence interval, approximately 2σ Factors such as range, backlight, and use of the optional display probe will affect battery life 10 TEGAM WAY ● GENEVA, OHIO 44041 ● 440-466-6100 ● FAX 440-466-6110 ● sales@tegam.com...
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HARACTERISTICS Dimensions 193 x 84 x 28 mm 7.6 x 3.3 x 1.1 in Weight (incl. batteries) 303.2 g 10.7 oz ALIBRATION Recommended 1 year Interval: 10 TEGAM WAY ● GENEVA, OHIO 44041 ● 440-466-6100 ● FAX 440-466-6110 ● sales@tegam.com...
Handheld Bond Meter Bond Meters 720A Handheld Bond Meter, Intrinsically Safe 730A Handheld Bond Meter, Wireless Datalogging Some accessories may not be available at time of printing 10 TEGAM WAY ● GENEVA, OHIO 44041 ● 440-466-6100 ● FAX 440-466-6110 ● sales@tegam.com...
Open lead and DUT (Device Under Test) detection • • Durable: Meets MIL-PRF-28800F, Class 2 requirements Factors such as range, backlight, and use of the optional display probe will affect battery life 10 TEGAM WAY ● GENEVA, OHIO 44041 ● 440-466-6100 ● FAX 440-466-6110 ● sales@tegam.com...
Preparation for Use Safety Notices and Information Read this Operation Manual and Safety Notices Manual (720A-903) thoroughly before using the instrument to become familiar with its operations and capabilities. Visually inspect instrument before using. Do not use if unit appears damaged or with any part of the case removed.
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Use of any other battery will invalidate the Type Certificate and create a hazardous condition. The only batteries that TEGAM, Inc. has secured such testing, which are approved for use in the 720A, are listed on the Type Certificate. They are: Energizer E91 •...
Always comply with all safety codes. • Refer to the 720A Safety Notices Manual (720A-903) for a complete list of compliances and warnings. 10 TEGAM WAY ● GENEVA, OHIO 44041 ● 440-466-6100 ● FAX 440-466-6110 ● sales@tegam.com...
Use the original packing materials if reshipment is necessary. If any dents, broken, or loose parts are seen, do not use the equipment. Notify TEGAM immediately. Check that all items are present. If any items are missing, notify TEGAM immediately.
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Re-install the battery cover and two (2) retaining screws; At initial power on after battery replacement, allow approximately 30 seconds for instrument to stabilize. Battery Compartment Retaining Screws Gasket Figure 1: Battery Installation 10 TEGAM WAY ● GENEVA, OHIO 44041 ● 440-466-6100 ● FAX 440-466-6110 ● sales@tegam.com...
Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with this Operation Manual to learn about all the features and benefits of your new TEGAM Handheld Bond Meter. 10 TEGAM WAY ● GENEVA, OHIO 44041 ● 440-466-6100 ● FAX 440-466-6110 ● sales@tegam.com...
The display is a large, easy to read, LCD display, with an LED backlight for clear viewing in low-light conditions. It can simultaneously display the resistance reading, range, PASS/FAIL status, open lead detection, over/under indication and the battery level. 10 TEGAM WAY ● GENEVA, OHIO 44041 ● 440-466-6100 ● FAX 440-466-6110 ● sales@tegam.com...
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The measurement is less than the test limit The measurement is greater than the test limit Reserved for future use Reserved for future use Figure 3: LCD Display Description 10 TEGAM WAY ● GENEVA, OHIO 44041 ● 440-466-6100 ● FAX 440-466-6110 ● sales@tegam.com...
New measurements are not displayed while the hold function is active. If test limits are active, the OK or FAIL annunciators will also be held. To disable the hold function and resume normal operation, press again. 10 TEGAM WAY ● GENEVA, OHIO 44041 ● 440-466-6100 ● FAX 440-466-6110 ● sales@tegam.com...
. The HOLD annunciator will turn off. The unit To exit Auto-Hold mode, press is now in normal operating mode. For best results, put unit in Auto-Range when using Auto-Hold. 10 TEGAM WAY ● GENEVA, OHIO 44041 ● 440-466-6100 ● FAX 440-466-6110 ● sales@tegam.com...
Figure 4: Battery Voltage Indicator should be replaced before the battery voltage indicator reaches zero (0) bars. See Section 3.2, Battery Installation and Replacement. 10 TEGAM WAY ● GENEVA, OHIO 44041 ● 440-466-6100 ● FAX 440-466-6110 ● sales@tegam.com...
The device does not detect a DUT. (no device under test) This message will appear when Kelvin Clips are connected and closed. This “nodut” message does not appear in Auto-Hold Mode. Figure 5: Invalid Measurement Indications 10 TEGAM WAY ● GENEVA, OHIO 44041 ● 440-466-6100 ● FAX 440-466-6110 ● sales@tegam.com...
5% to 95% RH. The unit under test (“UUT”) shall be acclimated to the controlled environment for a minimum of four (4) hours. Power on the 720A for a minimum of ten (10) minutes. To disable Auto-Power Off, press (1.5s) The equipment listed in Appendix A is required to fully verify the UUT.
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The unit should display 0.000 (±0.002) 34. Indicate if the value exceeds the high limit or low limit calculated in Step 6 using “Pass/Fail” column of Appendix B. 10 TEGAM WAY ● GENEVA, OHIO 44041 ● 440-466-6100 ● FAX 440-466-6110 ● sales@tegam.com...
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0.000. When using to adjust the value displayed, the value will change slowly with each keypress, but will accelerate if the key is held down. 10 TEGAM WAY ● GENEVA, OHIO 44041 ● 440-466-6100 ● FAX 440-466-6110 ● sales@tegam.com...
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22. Connect the probes to the 100 mΩ resistance standard 23. A value will be displayed, press to select the correct value of the 100 mΩ standard. 24. Press “-----” will flash periodically 10 TEGAM WAY ● GENEVA, OHIO 44041 ● 440-466-6100 ● FAX 440-466-6110 ● sales@tegam.com...
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37. The UUT display will then indicate as follows: “2” Line 1: ----- Line 2: 10 Ω 38. Connect the probes to the 10 Ω resistance standard 10 TEGAM WAY ● GENEVA, OHIO 44041 ● 440-466-6100 ● FAX 440-466-6110 ● sales@tegam.com...
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If the unit is powered off during the alignment process or is not held for 3 seconds at the end of the alignment process, the calibration factors will not be saved. 10 TEGAM WAY ● GENEVA, OHIO 44041 ● 440-466-6100 ● FAX 440-466-6110 ● sales@tegam.com...
Shuts down Batteries are low or Replace batteries (see Section 3.2, Battery unexpectedly or depleted Installation and Replacement) will not power on Figure 8: Common Troubleshooting Issues 10 TEGAM WAY ● GENEVA, OHIO 44041 ● 440-466-6100 ● FAX 440-466-6110 ● sales@tegam.com...
If the unit displays one of these codes, power cycle the unit. If the code continues to be displayed, see Section 5.5, Preparation for Calibration or Repair Service. 10 TEGAM WAY ● GENEVA, OHIO 44041 ● 440-466-6100 ● FAX 440-466-6110 ● sales@tegam.com...
Once you have verified that the cause of the malfunction cannot be solved in the field and the need for repair and calibration service arises, contact TEGAM customer service to obtain an RMA (Returned Material Authorization) number. You can contact TEGAM customer service via the TEGAM website, www.tegam.com...
When is the problem most frequent?, has anything changed with the application since the last time the instrument was used?, etc. 5-10 10 TEGAM WAY ● GENEVA, OHIO 44041 ● 440-466-6100 ● FAX 440-466-6110 ● sales@tegam.com...
TEGAM service center with shipping charges prepaid. TEGAM Inc. shall pay for the return of the product to the customer if the shipment is to a location within the country in which the TEGAM service center is located. The customer shall be responsible for paying all shipping, duties, taxes, and additional costs if the product is transported to any other locations.
This instrument has been inspected and tested in accordance with specifications published by TEGAM, Inc. TEGAM, Inc. certifies the above listed instrument has been inspected and calibrated and meets or exceeds all published specifications and has been calibrated using standards whose...
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Rigid Wire approximately 0.8 mm in diameter, may be used. The resistance standards' total contribution to the calculated calibration uncertainty is the responsibility of the calibrating laboratory. 10 TEGAM WAY ● GENEVA, OHIO 44041 ● 440-466-6100 ● FAX 440-466-6110 ● sales@tegam.com...
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