About High Voltage Breakdown Tester
High Voltage Breakdown Tester test insulation & leakage current of 2 KV to 200 KV and is used to measure the dielectric strength of insulating materials or components. It works by applying a high voltage electrical charge to the material or component & measuring the voltage at which it breaks down, or loses its insulating properties. It is hand operated, motor operated, secondary calibration, and primary calibration. High Voltage Breakdown Tester is used for distribution transformer manufacturer, power transformer manufacturer, panel manufacturers, and motor & generator manufacturer.
Versatile Testing for Dielectric BreakdownDesigned to test various insulating materials, cables, and electronic equipment, this tester ensures thorough and accurate assessment of dielectric breakdown. Selectable voltage and leakage sensitivity allow customization, making it suitable for laboratory, manufacturing, and quality assurance applications. The compact construction and standardized operation offer solutions for different user environments.
Enhanced Safety Features for Reliable OperationIntegrated user safety enclosure, flame-retardant and shock-proof design, and automatic trip circuits minimize risk during high-voltage testing. Audible and visual alarms notify the user of any trip or breakdown event. Start/stop functionality employs push buttons with lockout, providing controlled operation and increased protection.
Simple Control and Precise MeasurementRotary controls enable easy adjustment of test voltage, while the analog voltmeter provides clear readouts. The selectable leakage current range enhances sensitivity and adaptability. The electronic timer ensures consistent testing periods, improving repeatability and reliability in test results.
FAQ's of High Voltage Breakdown Tester:
Q: How does the High Voltage Breakdown Tester operate for insulation material testing?
A: The tester operates by delivering a controlled high voltage, set via a rotary adjustment, to the insulation material. If dielectric breakdown occurs, automatic circuits trip and both audio and visual alarms are activated, ensuring safe and reliable detection.
Q: What safety features are included to protect users during high voltage tests?
A: Safety is ensured by a built-in insulation box, flame-retardant and shock-proof enclosure, automatic trip for over-voltage and over-current, and a lockout start/stop function. These features minimize user risk while handling high voltage operations.
Q: When should the breakdown test duration timer be used?
A: The 1-minute (60 seconds) electronic timer is employed during each test cycle to maintain consistent testing durations, critical for standardized insulation strength assessment and repeatability of results.
Q: Where can this tester be utilized effectively?
A: It is ideal for laboratory, manufacturing, and quality control environments in industries dealing with insulation materials, cables, and electronic components, ensuring products meet required dielectric strength standards.
Q: What is the process for selecting leakage current sensitivity?
A: Users can choose the desired sensitivity range for leakage current detection from customizable settings. This allows precise monitoring of insulation integrity at different voltage levels during testing.
Q: How does the tester's analog voltmeter display improve accuracy?
A: The analog voltmeter provides real-time output voltage indication, ensuring accurate measurement throughout the testing interval, and helping users set and verify the applied voltage effectively.
Q: What are the significant benefits of using this tester for dielectric breakdown evaluation?
A: Key benefits include high measurement accuracy (2%), user safety, compliance with IS/IEC standards, customizable test parameters, reliable audio-visual alarms, and suitability for a wide range of applications.