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For recalibration, please use our calibration services. Refer to our repair and calibration section at www.aemc.com/calibration. Serial #: Catalog #: 2153.08 Model #: SL306 Please fill in the appropriate date as indicated: Date Received: Date Calibration Due: Chauvin Arnoux , Inc. ®...
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. INTRODUCTION ..............6 1.1 INTERNATIONAL ELECTRICAL SYMBOLS ......6 1.2 DEFINITION OF MEASUREMENT CATEGORIES ....7 1.3 PRECAUTIONS FOR USE ..........7 1.4 RECEIVING YOUR SHIPMENT ..........8 1.5 ORDERING INFORMATION ............. 8 1.5.1 Accessories and Replacement Parts ......... 8 2.
Analysis of the complete lifecycle has enabled us to control and optimize the effects of the product on the environment. In particular this instrument exceeds regulation requirements with respect to recycling and reuse. AC/DC Current Probe Model SL306 - User Manual...
■ Do not expose the current probe to sprays of water. ■ All troubleshooting and metrological checks must be done by competent, accredited personnel. ■ Use ONLY a wall plug adapter rated ≤ 1 A. AC/DC Current Probe Model SL306 - User Manual...
Save the damaged packing container to substantiate your claim. 1.5 ORDERING INFORMATION AC/DC Current Probe Model SL306 ..........Cat. #2153.08 Includes (1) 9 V (6LR61) alkaline battery and a user manual. 1.5.1 Accessories and Replacement Parts Adapter - US Wall Plug (5 V) to USB ..........
2. PRODUCT FEATURES 2.1 DESCRIPTION The AC/DC Current Probe Model SL306 is used to measure currents from 5 mA to 80 A or 60 A without breaking the circuits in which they flow. It measures the waveform and amplitude of the current, in the form of a voltage.
1 V/A 10 mV/A Mode Indicator AUTO POWER OFF 3-position Range Slide Switch Battery Compartment Cover Battery Fixed Arm Compartment Type B Micro-USB Screw Connector WARNING: Always keep hand behind the guard. AC/DC Current Probe Model SL306 - User Manual...
In this case, check that the clamp is not on any conductor and that its jaws are correctly closed, then press the zero adjustment button again. Or switch the probe off and back on, and it is the last adjustment stored that will be used. AC/DC Current Probe Model SL306 - User Manual...
■ The value measured is displayed on the measuring instrument. If the OL indicator lights, it means that the current is too strong to be measured. If you are in the 1 V/A range, switch to the 10 mV/A range. AC/DC Current Probe Model SL306 - User Manual...
Blinking green: The Lighted red for 3 seconds: battery will have to be The zero adjustement is in replaced in less than 4 h. progress. Lighted orange: Permanent operation (auto off deactivated) AC/DC Current Probe Model SL306 - User Manual...
600 V CAT III. This makes it possible to connect the clamp, without risk, to measuring instruments having inputs that are not insulated. WARNING: The type B micro-USB connector must not be in contact with conductors or uninsulated parts at dangerous voltage. AC/DC Current Probe Model SL306 - User Manual...
2,00 0,00 -2,00 -4,00 -6,00 -8,00 -10,00 -12,00 -14,00 Current (A 4.2.2 Noise Typical Noise Level at Output 10 mV/A range ±120 µV 180 µV 1 V/A range ±8 mV 4 mV AC/DC Current Probe Model SL306 - User Manual...
100000 1000000 Typical amplitude error curve as a function of frequency, I = 0.5 A, 1 V/A range Error (dB%) -5dB -10dB -15dB -20dB -25dB Frequency -30dB (Hz) 1000 10000 100000 1000000 AC/DC Current Probe Model SL306 - User Manual...
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10000 100000 Typical amplitude error curve as a function of frequency, I = 0.5 A, 1 V/A range Phase Shift (°) 0,00 -50,00 -100,00 -150,00 -200,00 Frequency -250,00 (Hz) 1000 10000 100000 AC/DC Current Probe Model SL306 - User Manual...
Load RL=10 kΩ -2.1 % Common Mode AC voltage at 50 Hz ±1 mA/100 V 10 V/m Radiated Fields ±4 A 80 MHz to 1 GHz Remanence for 80 A ±370 mA AC/DC Current Probe Model SL306 - User Manual...
EN 61010-2-032 Type of current sensor per IEC/EN 61010-2-032 or BS EN 61010-2-032: Type A 4.8 ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY The device is in conformity with standard IEC/EN 61326-1 or BS EN 61326-1. AC/DC Current Probe Model SL306 - User Manual...
■ Do not use alcohol, solvents or hydrocarbons. ■ The air gaps of the clamp must always be kept clean. ■ Do no leave the probe in very damp places, or exposed to splashes of any liquid substances. AC/DC Current Probe Model SL306 - User Manual...
5. Slide the battery compartment cover back in place; make sure that it is completely and correctly closed. 6. Screw the battery compartment cover screw back in place. AC/DC Current Probe Model SL306 - User Manual...
(603) 749-6434 (Ext. 360) Fax: (603) 742-2346 E-mail: repair@aemc.com Caution: To protect yourself against in-transit loss, we recommend that you insure your returned material. NOTE: You must obtain a CSA# before returning any instrument. AC/DC Current Probe Model SL306 - User Manual...
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