Capacitance Measurements - Extech Instruments EX520A User Manual

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5
Operation

5.15 Capacitance Measurements

To avoid electric shock, disconnect power to the unit under test and discharge all capaci-
tors before taking capacitance measurements.
Figure 5.7 Capacitance test setup.
1. Rotate the function switch to the capacitance position
2. Use the MODE button to select the capacitance function.
3. Insert the black test lead plug into the negative COM jack. Insert the red
test lead plug into the positive
4. Touch the black test probe tip to one side of the device. Touch the red test
probe tip to the other side of the device.
5. Read the capacitance value in the display.
For large capacitors, allow sufficient time for readings to stabilize.
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