Fluke T5-1000 Open Jaw Electrical Tester with Continuity and Current Tester, 1000V

Fluke T5-1000 Open Jaw Electrical Tester with Continuity and Current Tester, 1000V

  • Reliable electrical tester automatically measures volts AC and volts DC with precise digital resolution Includes easy accurate OpenJaw current measurement
  • Displays resistance to 1000 Ω
  • Includes a continuity beeper for quick go/no-go tests
  • All inputs are protected to EN61010-1 CAT III 1000 V CAT IV 600 V. UL CSA
  • Max wire size 1/0 Thermoplastic, High Heat, Nylon Coated Cable
SKU: B000LDKX62
Weight: 300 g
Size: S
Dimensions: 27.94 x 7.62 x 5.08 cm; 300 Grams
Model: T5-1000
Part: T5-1000
Colour: Yellow
Pack Quantity: 1
Batteries Required: Yes
Batteries Included: Zinc Chloride
Manufacture: Fluke
Quantity: 1
Size: S

From the manufacturer

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Applications

General applications

• Check if a circuit is live before beginning work • Check individual voltages (either ac or dc) • Determine component resistances up to 1000 ohms. • Check circuit continuity

Residential applications

• Measure loads on a branch circuit at a service panel • Measure the load side voltage of a circuit breaker or fuse • Map outlets to breakers

Industrial applications

• Check circuit loading at panelboards (including feeder cables, branch circuits, and neutrals) and the integrity of a grounding circuit • Check for leakage currents in branch circuits. When both a neutral and corresponding supply wire are placed in the T5’s jaws the reading should be zero. A reading other than zero indicates that leakage current is returning on another path and, therefore, a leaky load or poor insulation condition exists • Motor measurements including loading value, current balance and for troubleshooting control circuitry

Making electrical measurements with the T5

Voltage measurements

1. Turn the selector to the V. The meter automatically selects the correct internal circuitry depending on the type of voltage being measured. For volts dc and ac, the T5-600 is rated for 600 V CAT III and the T5-1000 is rated for 1,000 V CAT III or 600 V CAT IV.

2. Touch the probe tips to the circuit across the load or power source in parallel to the circuit. Either probe can be fitted into the back of the meter for easy two-handed operation.

3. Record the reading, making note of the units of measurement.

4. If you can’t read the display, press the HOLD button to freeze it, remove the meter from the live circuit, and then check the value.

Resistance measurements

1. Turn off power in the circuit to be tested.

2. Turn the selector to Ω.

3. Touch the probe tips across the designated component or portion of the circuit.

4. Record the reading.

Continuity

Continuity is a quick go/no-go resistance test that distinguishes between an open and closed circuit. The T5 continuity tester beeps when it detects a closed circuit (resistance less than 25 Ω) — no reading is required — and when it encounters an open circuit (resistance greater than 1000 Ω), “OL” appears in the display.

Current measurements

1. Turn the selector to A.

2. Place the jaws of the meter around the conductor. The conductor should be no larger than 0.5 in. diameter.

3. The conductor should pass through the sensor zone (noted by the circle at the base of the jaw opening) and parallel to the axis of the slotted opening. In a situation where checking for a “Live” conductor is more important than the absolute ampere reading, exact placement of the jaws around the conductor is less important.

4. View the reading. Note that the HOLD function can be used on all measurements as necessary.