Megger's 220005 5-kV Megohmmeter

Dielectric test sets measure leakage current while applying a dc voltage at or above the insulation system's operating level. This measurement aids in determining the insulation system's ability to withstand overvoltages such as lightning strikes and switching surges.

Applications

Megger portable dc dielectric test sets check the electrical insulation quality of motors, power cables, switchgear, insulators, transformers and capacitors. Typical applications include acceptance and maintenance testing of critical equipment used by electrical utility substations and industrial plant distribution systems. Power apparatus manufacturers may also use the equipment to perform QA/QC production tests.

The test sets can be used to perform step-voltage and proof tests which, when incorporated into a routine maintenance program, can aid in predicting potential failure before breakdown occurs.

Megger's 220005, a 5-kV unit for testing equipment is rated for 2.5 kV and below, and is suitable for testing power cable, switchgear and rotating machinery in accordance with IEEE, ICEA, NEMA and ANSI guidelines.

Because Megger dc dielectric test sets act like full-wave rectified units, they also are suitable for applications involving vacuum bottles.

DC vs AC High-potential Testing

Direct current high-potential testing provides several advantages over alternating current. Direct current test equipment uses far less power, provides fast charging of highly capacitive test samples, can be easily transported to the test site and costs less. Additionally, the dc test can detect incipient breakdown without the possibility of damage to good insulation.

What's Included

• Ground connection cable, 10 ft [3 m]
• kV/MΩ test record graph paper (100-sheet pad)
• Power cord, Cat. No. 220015
• Instruction manual