3605 Associated Research HiPot

Additional Features:

• 5KV AC Hipot Tester
• Patented SmartGFI® safety circuit protects the operator from shock hazards
• Patented VERI-CHEK® feature prompts users through steps to validate the instrument’s operation
• Patented CAL-ALERT® feature alerts the operator that the tester is due for re-calibration
• Built-in adjustable Continuity test for checking basic continuity
• Graphic LCD provides intuitive menu system to simplify the entire testing process from set-up to results
• PLC Remote Control allows operators to remotely control the Hipot tester
• Remote Safety Interlock feature prevents the high-voltage from being activated without the interlock enabled
• Memories with 3 Steps per memory for storing and recalling test parameters
• Electronic Ramp and Dwell timers for more consistent and reliable testing
• Interconnects with an Associated Research Ground Bond tester to form a complete test system
• Digitally controlled arc detection circuit allows the operator to program sensitivity levels for detecting arcs
• Minimum and maximum trip settings for safer and more accurate testing
• Comes complete with an adapter box for products terminated in a line cord

Input Specifications

• Voltage: 115/230 VAC ± 10%, user selectable
• Frequency: 50/60 Hz ± 5%
• Fuse: 3.15 A, fast acting 250 VAC

Dielectric Withstand Test Mode

Output Rating 

• 5000 V @ 20 mA AC; 6000 V @ 7.5 mA DC

Voltage Setting 

• Range: 0 - 5.00 KV AC; 0 - 6.00 KV DC
• Resolution: 0.01 KV
• Accuracy: ± (2% of setting + 5 V)

Maximum Limit

• AC Range: 0.00 - 20.00 mA
• Resolution: 0.01 mA
• DC Range: 0 - 7500 μA
• Resolution: 1 μA
• Accuracy: AC and DC ± (2% of setting + 2 counts)

Minimum Limit 

• AC Range: 0.000 - 9.999 mA
• Resolution: 0.001 mA
• DC Range: 0.0 - 999.9 μA
• Resolution: 0.1 μA
• Accuracy: AC and DC ± (2% of setting + 2 counts)

Arc Detection

• Range: 0 - 9, 0 disabled

Ground Fault Interrupt 

• GFI Trip Current: 450 μA max (AC or DC)
• HV Shut Down Speed: < 1ms

Current Display Auto Range

• AC Range 1: 0.000 - 3.500 mA
• Range 2: 3.00 - 20.00 mA
• DC Range 1: 0.0 μA - 350.0 μA
• Range 2: 0.300 mA - 3.500 mA
• Range 2: 3.00 mA - 7.50 mA
• Accuracy All Ranges ± (2% of reading + 2 counts)

DC Output Ripple 

• ≤5% Ripple RMS at 6 KV DC @ 7.5 mA, Resistive Load

Discharge Time

• <=200 ms

The maximum capacitive load vs output voltage:

• 0.20 μF < 1 KV 0.050 μF < 4 KV
• 0.10 μF < 2 KV 0.040 μF < 5 KV
• 0.06 μF < 3 KV 0.015 μF < 6 KV

AC Voltage Waveform

• Sine Wave, Crest Factor = 1.3 - 1.5, <2% THD

Output Frequency

• Range: 50 or 60 HZ, User Selectable

Output Voltage Regulation

• ± (1% of output + 5 V) from no load to full load and over input voltage range.

Dwell Timer 

• Range: AC 0, 0.3 - 999.9 sec (0 = Constant)
• DC 0, 0.4 - 999.9 sec (0 = Constant)
• Accuracy: ± (0.1% of reading + 0.05 sec)

Ramp Timer 

• Range: Ramp-Up: 0.1 - 999.9 sec
• Ramp-Down: AC 0.0 - 999.9 sec
• DC 1.0 - 999.9 sec (0=OFF)
• Accuracy: ± (0.1% of reading + 0.05 sec)

Ground Continuity Current

• DC 0.1 A ± 0.01 A, fixed

Ground Continuity Maximum Limit, Minimum Limit

• Range: 0.0 Ω - 1.50 Ω
• Resolution: 0.01 Ω
• Accuracy: ± (3% of setting + 0.02 Ω)

Ground Continuity Auto Offset

• Range: 0.0 Ω - 0.50 Ω
• Resolution: 0.01 Ω
• Accuracy: ± (3% of setting + 0.02 Ω)

Insulation Resistance Test Mode

Voltage Setting

• Range: 30 - 1000 VDC
• Accuracy: ± (2% of setting + 5 V)

Resistance Display

• Range: 1 - 9999 MΩ (4 Digit, Auto Ranging)
• Resolution: 500 VDC - 1000 VDC

MΩ                MΩ

0.001      1.000 - 9.999

0.01        10.00 - 99.99

0.1          100.0 - 999.9

1              1000 - 9999

Accuracy

• ± (2% of reading +2 counts) at test voltage; 500 - 1000 V and 1 - 999.9 MΩ
• ± (5% of reading +2 counts) at test voltage; 500 - 1000 V and 1000 - 9999 MΩ
• ± (8% of reading +2 counts) at test voltage; 30 - 500 V and 1 - 1000 MΩ

Maximum Limit 

• Range: 0, 1 - 9999 MΩ (0=OFF)
• Accuracy: Same as Resistance Display

Minimum Limit 

• Range: 1 - 9999 MΩ
• Accuracy: Same as Resistance Display

Ramp Timer 

• Range: Ramp-Up: 0.1 - 999.9 sec
• Ramp-Down: 1.0 - 999.9 sec (0=OFF)
• Accuracy: ± (0.1% of reading + 0.05 sec)

Delay Timer 

• Range: 0, 0.5 - 999.9 sec (0 = Constant)
• Accuracy: ± (0.1% of reading + 0.05 sec)

Ground Fault Interrupt

• GFI Trip Current: 450 μA max
• HV Shut Down Speed: < 1 ms

General Specifications

Remote Control & Signal Output

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

1. Remote control: Test, Reset, and Remote Interlock

2. Remote recall of memory program #1, #2, and #3

3. Outputs: Pass, Fail, Test-in-process, and Reset

• 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) 8.46 x 3.5 x 14.57 in. (215 x 89 x 370 mm)
• Calibration: Traceable to National Institute of Standards & Technology (NIST)
• Calibration controlled by software
• Adjustments are made through front panel keypad in a restricted access calibration mode
• Calibration information stored in non-volatile memory