Fluke FLUKE-1623-2 (4325155) Basic GEO Earth Ground Tester

Fluke FLUKE-1623-2 (4325155) Basic GEO Earth Ground Tester

The Fluke 1623-2 earth ground tester measures earth ground loop resistances using only clamps, only stakes, or one clamp and stakes. With the stakeless test method, the Fluke 1623-2 is able to measure earth ground loop resistances for multi-grounded systems using only current clamps. This technique eliminates the dangerous, and time consuming job of disconnecting parallel grounds, and finding suitable locations for auxiliary ground stakes. You can use it to perform earth ground tests in places you’ve not considered before, such as inside buildings, on power pylons, or anywhere you don’t have access to soil.

Keep in mind, the stakeless test method works only if a bonded earth ground system exists for the building or structure under test. If there is only one path to ground, typical with many residential applications, you will need to use the fall-of-potential test method that requires stakes.

The 1625-2 is also very easy to use. World class accessories speed set up and test time. And the tester tells you which stakes or clamps to connect for each test. The large rotary switch and buttons are easy to operate even with a gloved hand. And you can store up to 1,500 records and access them easily via the USB port.

Features:

• 3- and 4-pole Fall-of-Potential, earth resistance loop testing
• 4-pole Soil Resistivity testing
• Selective earth ground rod testing using 1 clamp
• Stakeless earth ground rod testing using 2 clamps
• IP56 rated for outdoor use
• Rugged carrying case
• USB data storage and transfer

Specifications:

• Operating Temperature: -10ºC to 50ºC
• Climatic Class: C1 (IEC 654-1), -5°C to +45°C (23° to +115° F), 5% to 95% RH
• Protective Type: IP56 for case, IP40 for battery door according to EN60529
• EMC (Emission Immunity): IEC61326-1: Portable
• Quality System: Developed, designed and manufactured according to DIN ISO 9001
• External Voltage: V ext, max = 24 V (DC, AC < 400 Hz), measurement inhibited for higher values
• V Ext Rejections: > 120 dB (162⁄3, 50, 60, 400 Hz)
• Max. Overload: 250 V rms (pertains to misuse)
• Auxiliary Power: 6 x 1.5 V Alkaline (type AA LR6)
• Measuring Voltage: Vm = 48 V AC
• Short-Circuit Current: > 50 mA
• Measure Frequency: 128 Hz
• Probe Resistance (RS): Max 100 kΩ
• Auxiliary Earth Electrode Resistance (RH): Max 100 kΩ