Atec AEMC-1060 User Manual

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The AEMC Megohmmeter Models 1050
and 1060 are an innovative family of
professional 1000V Digital/Analog
insulation testers. They are designed
to facilitate testing quickly and
accurately by incorporating automatic
measurement features and user
friendly functions.

Measurements are displayed on a
large dual-display LCD with bargraph
for quick viewing of changes or
trends. Resistance readings are
displayed on the larger display, and a
smaller display is used for test voltage
at the sample, test run times (mm:ss),
or alarm set points – all accessible at
the press of a button. Afamily of
visual indicators for safety and
information also compliments the
displays. Abright blue electro­luminescent backlight makes for
clear readings in dark areas.

1000V Digital/Analog Megohmmeter
Models 1050 & 1060

Both models automatically provide the
DAR and PI ratios directly on the
display. User defined PI time intervals
may also be programmed. The user
may even select DAR or PI functions
before the test, and the megohmmeter
will stop at the appropriate time and
display the results. Test run times from
1 second to 59 minutes are also
directly programmable. The tested
sample Capacitance is available at the
end of each insulation resistance test.

For specific applications and operator
or equipment safety, test voltages may
be disabled to avoid any errors. An
automatic test inhibitor prevents testing
on live circuits above 25V. Discharge
test voltage may be displayed at the
completion of each test.

A memory feature in both models
permits storing, recalling and
displaying of resistance values taken at
user specified intervals during a test.

The Model 1060 has an RS-232
interface and a more extensive
memory function, which permits
the storage of results in files specific
to the device under test. Additionally,
it also has a built-in document function,
which prints out a preformatted report
on a serial or parallel printer.
A standard software package
(DataView

®

) enables the user to
display graphs and results for
complete documentation and
reporting. The Model 1060 can also
be programmed and run by a PC
with this software. This enables
tailored test programs, remote
operation and storing of information
directly into a PC.

Both models are built into a double
insulated field case with a detachable
accessory pouch.

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FUNCTION MODEL MODEL

1050 1060

50V (0.002MΩ to 200GΩ) ✓✓
100V (0.004MΩ to 400GΩ) ✓✓
250V (0.01MΩ to 1TΩ) ✓✓
500V (0.02MΩ to 2TΩ) ✓✓
1000V (40kΩ to 4TΩ) ✓✓
Voltage Test/Safety Check (600VAC/DC) ✓✓
Guard Terminal ✓✓
Continuity (40Ω) @200mA ✓✓
Resistance (400kΩ) ✓✓
Lead Compensation ✓✓
Backlight ✓✓
Timer (1–59 minutes) ✓✓
Digital Dual Display ✓✓
Analog Bargraph ✓✓
Auto-Off ✓✓
Continuity Buzzer ✓✓
Continuity Buzzer Disable ✓✓
Voltage Detection (>25V) ✓✓
Safety Test Inhibitor ✓✓
Automatic Discharge ✓✓
Rechargable NiMH Battery – ✓
AC Supply 85-256V/50/60Hz – ✓
Battery Powered – ✓
Battery Capacity (%) Indication ✓✓
Auto-Off Disable ✓✓
Automatic DAR/PI ✓✓
Smooth Function ✓✓
Memory Storage (128kB) – ✓
Report Printout on Serial Printer – ✓
RS-232 Communication – ✓

Features

• True Megohmmeter

®

• Test voltage combinations of 50V, 100V, 250V,

500V and 1000V

• Insulation measurements to 4000GΩ (4TΩ)

• Direct measurement of DAR and PI values

• Direct measurement of sample Capacitance

• Display of test voltage and run time

• Programmable test run times and PI times

• Smooth and Alarm functions

• Automatic test inhibition (if live sample >25V)

• Automatic discharge after use with voltage display

• Large dual display with time, voltage and measurement

• Bright blue electroluminescent backlight

• Battery powered

• Auto power-down when not in use

• Remote operation with optional test probe

• Rugged dual wall field case with detachable lead/

accessory pouch

• EN 61010-1, 600V Cat. III, EN 61557

• CE Mark

Model 1060 includes these
additional features:

• AC rechargeable NiMH batteries – run while recharging

• RS-232 interface for direct printing of results (serial output)

• 128kB memory to store measurements in specific files

• Remote operation of megohmmeter through PC

• Includes DataView

®

software for data storage, real-time

display, analysis and report generation

Applications

• Test insulation on cables, transformers, motors, insulators

and wiring installations

• High resistance or absorption tests

• Spot reading tests

• Timed resistance measurements

• Dielectric Absorption Ratio (DAR) and

Polarization Index (PI) tests

• Low insulation test range for testing old or flooded

installations

• Motor insulation resistance measurements

• Continuity checks and low resistance measurements

• Computer controlled production line testing

• Predictive maintenance by storing results in PC for

trend analysis

Model 1060 checking insulation resistance between windings on a
three-phase motor.

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Construction

Back-lit dual liquid

crystal display

RS-232 serial
interface port
(Model 1060)

Rotary selection
switch

Start/Stop button

Function buttons (6 on Model 1050) or (8 on Model 1060)

Model 1050 is not equipped with MEM or PRINT buttons

Input terminal (+)

Input terminal (G)

Input terminal (–)

AC power input

(Model 1060) (direct

operation on AC and

battery recharge)

The Models 1050 and 1060 are built into a double

insulated field case.This extra rugged construction

provides double insulation, maximum field durability

and ease of serviceability

Large display and buttons make the Model 1060 ideal
for shop use even with gloves.

Specifications

MODELS 1050 1060

ELECTRICAL

Insulation Tests

Test Voltage 50V 0.002MΩ to 200GΩ 0.002MΩ to 200GΩ

100V 0.004MΩ to 400GΩ 0.004MΩ to 400GΩ
250V 0.01MΩ to 1000GΩ (1TΩ) 0.01MΩ to 1000GΩ (1TΩ)
500V 0.02MΩ to 2000GΩ (2TΩ) 0.02MΩ to 2000GΩ (2TΩ)

1000V 0.04MΩ to 4000GΩ (4TΩ) 0.04MΩ to 4000GΩ (4TΩ)

Short Circuit Current <6mA

DC <6mADC

Accuracy 2kΩ to 400GΩ ±5% of Reading ± 3cts ±5% of Reading ± 3cts

400GΩ to 4TΩ ±5% of Reading ± 10cts ±5% of Reading ± 10cts
DAR (1 min/30 sec) 0.000 to 9.999 0.000 to 9.999
PI (10 min/1 min & user programmable) 0.000 to 9.999 0.000 to 9.999
Capacitance Check 0.005 to 4.999µF 0.005 to 4.999µF
Programmable Run Time R(t) 1 to 59 minutes 1 to 59 minutes
Smooth Function Yes Yes
Discharge After Test Yes Yes
Discharge Voltage Display Yes Yes
Voltage Tester/Safety Check 0 to 1000V

AC/DC 0 to 1000VAC/DC

Voltage Warning Indicator >25V >25V
Test Inhibition Yes >25V Yes >25V
Guard Terminal Yes Yes

Resistance Tests

Range 0.01Ω to 400kΩ 0.01Ω to 400kΩ
Test Voltage 12.4VDC max 12.4VDC max
Short Circuit Current <6mA

DC <6mA

DC

Accuracy ±3% of Reading ± 3cts ±3% of Reading ± 3cts

Continuity Tests

Range 0.01Ω to 39.99Ω 0.01Ω to 39.99Ω
Test Current ≥200mA from 0.01 to 20.00Ω≥200mA from 0.01 to 20.00Ω
Accuracy ±3% of Reading ± 4cts ±3% of Reading ± 4cts
Buzzer Yes Yes

Power Source Eight 1.5V C Cells Rechargeable NiMH batteries

AC Supply: 85 to 256V

AC (50/60Hz)

MECHANICAL

Dimensions 9.45 x 7.28 x 4.33" (240 x 185 x 110mm) 9.45 x 7.28 x 4.33" (240 x 185 x 110mm)
Weight 7.5 lb (3.4kg) 7.5 lb (3.4kg)
Protection Index IP53 IP53

DISPLAY

Backlight Blue electroluminescent Blue electroluminescent
Display Size 4 x 2.25" (102 x 57mm) 4 x 2.25" (102 x 57mm)
Digital Display Two 4000-count Two 4000-count
Analog Bargraph 31-segments 31-segments

COMMUNICATION

Remote Test Probe Operation Yes (optional) Yes (optional)
Report Print Out on Printer No Preset format
Storage of Readings over Time R(t) 20 Readings 128kB memory
Programmable Reading Intervals 5 sec to 10 min 5 sec to 10 min
Test Voltage Display Ye s Yes
Elapsed Test Time Display Yes Yes
Test Voltage Lock-out User programmed User programmed
Storage of Test Results 20 Readings 128kB memory with RS-232
Bi-directional Software No Yes , DataView®(included)
PC Operation of Megohmmeter No Yes

SAFETY

Safety Rating EN 61010-1, 600V Cat. III, EN 61557 EN 61010-1, 600V Cat. III, EN 61557
Double Insulation Yes Yes
CE Mark Yes Yes

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Accessories

Remote Test Probe

Catalog #2118.97 (optional)

PC RS-232, DB9 F/F 6 ft Null Modem Cable

Catalog #2119.45

Cable, PC RS-232

DB9 F/F 6 ft for Model 1060

Detachable accessory pouch includes leads, alligator clips and test probe.

Model 1060 pouch also includes cables and US 120V power cord.

Remote Test

Button

The accessory
carrying pouch

attaches to the lid of

the case via four

press-on snaps.

Remote Test Probe used with

Models 1050 or 1060 with target

light activated

Target Light

Probe

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Model 1060 easily configures land runs right from a PC.

Features

Configure all functions of the
Megohmmeter Model 1060

Print reports of all test results

• Select test voltage and run tests

from your computer with a simple
click and execute process

• Capture and display data

in real time

• Retrieve data from the

instrument’s memory:

• Over 1500 insulation resistance

measurements

• Over 4000 resistance

measurements

• Display DAR and PI ratios

• Plot graphs of manual and

timed tests

• Include your analysis in the

comments section with the report

• Store a library of setups for

different applications

Minimum System
Requirements

• Windows®98/2000/ME/XP or

Windows

®

NT 4.0

• 128MB of RAM (256MB recommended)

Windows

®

98/2000/ME/XP or

Windows

®

NT 4.0

256MB RAM for Windows

®

XP

• 35MB of hard disk space

(200MB recommended)

• CD Rom drive

DataView®Software
for Model 1060

Clear and
easy setup
from one
dialog box

Test result
status box

displays

complete

test results in

real time

Test voltage

selection

Graphic viewing of

insulation resistance

during the test run

One button operation
starts test and graph
results

Run test and display results from one dialog box.

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DataView®(Catalog #2125.13) is included

with the Model 1060

The DataView®Software provides a convenient
way to configure and control Megohmmeter tests
from your computer. Through the use of two clear
and easy-to-use dialog boxes, all functions of the
Model 1060 can be configured and tests can be
initiated. Results can be displayed in real time and
stored in your PC. Reports can be printed along
with the operator’s comments and analysis.

A simple press of the download
button from either the setup or run
dialog boxes will show all test results
stored in the Model 1060.

Each test will be stored as its own file and may be given its own
unique file name.

Reports may be displayed on your PC and printed. Each
report includes all test results in a tabular and graphic
format, as well as operator and test site information.
Comments typed in at time of storage will also be included.

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ORDERING INFORMATION CATALOG NO.

Megohmmeter Model 1050 (Digital, with Analog Bargraph, Backlight, Alarm, Timer, 50V, 100V, 250V, 500V,

1000V, Auto DAR/PI, Resistance, Continuity) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cat. #2130.01

Includes detachable accessory pouch (one red, one blue test lead, one black shielded lead, three color-coded
(black, red and blue) alligator clips, one black test probe), batteries, spare fuses and user manual
Megohmmeter Model 1060 (Digital, with Analog Bargraph, Backlight, Alarm, Timer, 50V, 100V, 250V,

500V, 1000V, Auto DAR/PI, Resistance, Continuity, RS-232 with Software, 128kB Memory). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cat. #2130.03

Includes detachable accessory pouch (one red, one blue test lead, one black shielded lead, three color-coded
(black, red and blue) alligator clips, one black test probe; one 6 ft RS-232 DB9/DB25 F/F to DB9/DB25 F/F
cable, rechargeable battery, DataView

®

Software, US 120V power cord, spare fuses and user manual

Accessories (Optional)

Remote Test Probe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cat. #2118.97

Cable, PC RS-232, DB9 F/F 6 ft Null Modem Cable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cat. #2119.45

Serial Printer Cable RS-232 DB9 F/F 6 ft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cat. #2119.46

Model 1060 performing insulation test on contacts of a generator.

Model 1060 checking insulation resistance between windings on a
three-phase motor.

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Contact Us

United States & Canada:

Chauvin Arnoux

®

, Inc.

d.b.a. AEMC

®

Instruments
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Foxborough, MA 02035 USA
[phone] • Fax [phone]
www.aemc.com

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®

, Inc.

d.b.a. AEMC

®

Instruments
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All other countries:

Chauvin Arnoux SCA
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