3130 Associated Research HiPot

Additional Features:

• 30 Amp Ground Bond Tester
• Patented VERI-CHEK® feature prompts users through steps to validate the instrument’s operation
• Graphic LCD provides intuitive menu system to simplify the entire testing process from set-up to results
• Patented CAL-ALERT® feature alerts the operator that the tester is due for re-calibration
• PLC Remote Control allows operators to remotely control the Ground Bond tester
• 10 Memories with 3 Steps per memory for storing and recalling test parameters
• Interconnects with an Associated Research Hipot tester to form a complete test system
• 4 wire measurement and milliohm offset for accurate Ground Bond test results
• Electronic Dwell timer for more consistent and reliable testing

Input Specifications

• Voltage: 115/230 VAC ± 10%, user selectable
• Frequency: 50/60 Hz ± 5%
• Fuse: 6.3 A, slo-blow 250 VAC

Ground Bond Test Mode

Output Rating 

• Current 3130: 1.00 - 30.00 A AC
• Voltage 3130: 6 V AC, fixed

Output Frequency

• Range: 50 / 60 HZ, User Selectable

Dwell Time Setting 

• Range: 0 and 0.5 - 999.9 secs; 0 for continuous running
• Resolution: 0.1 sec
• Accuracy: ± (0.1% of setting + 0.05 secs)

Maximum & Minimum Limits

• 0 - 120 mΩ for 1 - 30.00 A
• 0 - 510 mΩ for 1 - 10.00 A
• Accuracy 3130: ± (2% of setting + 2 mΩ)

Offset Capability 

• Range: 0 - 100 mΩ
• Resolution: 1 mΩ
• Accuracy: ± (2% of setting + 2 mΩ)

Current Display

• Range: 0.00 - 30.00 A
• Resolution: 0.01 A / step
• Accuracy: ± (2% of reading + 0.02 A)

Ohmmeter Display

• Range: 0 - 510 mΩ
• Resolution: 1 mΩ / step
• Accuracy: ± (2% of reading + 0.02 A)

Timer Display 

• Range: 0.0 - 999.9 secs
• Resolution: 0.1 secs
• Accuracy: ± (0.1% of reading + 0.05 secs)

General Specifications

Remote Control & Signal Output

The following input and output signals are provided through two 9 pin D type connectors:

• Remote control: Test, Reset, Interlock, and Withstand Processing
• Remote recall of memory program #1, #2, and #3
• Outputs: Pass, Fail, Test-in-process, Start Out and Reset Out

• Program Memory: 10 Memories, 3 steps per memory.
• Security: Key Lock capability to avoid unauthorized access to all test parameters and memory locations.
• Mechanical: Bench or rack mount with tilt up feet.
• Dimensions: (W x H x D) 8.5 x 4.0 x 15.5 in.; (216 x 103 x 390 mm) includes feet

The Associated Research 3130 is a manual Ground Bond tester that features an enhanced graphic LCD. The 3130 provides 30 Amps of Ground Bond test current. The 3130 can be used stand alone or interconnected to the Hypot® III family of Hipot testers to form a complete test system.