
Liquid Dielectric Test Sets
TESTING APPLICATIONS
Measure the breakdown voltage of 
insulation fluids used in transformers, 
capacitors, bushings and related high 
voltage equipment. With the appropriate 
oil vessel test cell, these test sets are 
designed to perform tests in accordance 
with standards ASTM D1816, ASTM 
D877, IEC 60156, BS 148, VDE 0370, plus 
other applicable standards.
DESCRIPTION
Three standard models rated at 60, 75,  
and 100 kV are available. The operating  
controls are conveniently grouped on  
the front panel and include a large,  
easy-to-read digital voltmeter, on/off  
switch with indicator light, rate of rise  
selector switch, plus a start/reset switch.   
The test compartment is provided with  
a transparent cover interlocked to the  
test circuit with a limit switch to ensure  
full operating safety. 
The test set is semi-automatic. The liquid  
to be tested is placed in the test cell and  
then placed in the test compartment  
on the cradle contacts, the rate of rise  
is selected, the test chamber lid closed,  
and the switch moved to start position.   
The test set will automatically raise the 
voltage. When a breakdown of the liquid 
occurs, the test sample failure lamp 
will illuminate, and the meter will hold 
the breakdown voltage level.
ENVIRONMENTAL 
CONDITIONS
 • 10-40°C, indoor/outdoor in fair  
  weather
 • Humidity <95% non-condensing
 • Altitude <3000 ft (1000 meters)
➤ Lightweight and ruggedly constructed for   
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➤ Economical liquid dielectric testing solution 
➤ Simple set-up
➤ Semi-automatic operation
Model LD60
Model LD75
SAFETY and DESIGN FEATURES
 • Center tapped high voltage transformer.
 • Safety interlock engaged when lid is open.
 • Fast acting relay ensures immediate cutout at ashover.
 • Lamp indicating AC power on.
 • Lamp indicating test sample breakdown.
 • Fuses are located on the input to the test set and on the primary of 
  the high voltage transformer.
 • Zero start interlock
 • Memory voltmeter retains breakdown voltage.
 • The test compartment is provided with outlet for convenient plug-in 
  of motor driven stirrer when testing to ASTM D1816 and VDE standards.
CABLE
SWITCHGEAR
Specications are subject to change without notice.
  Brochure No. 10104
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INSULATION
RECLOSER
PROTECTIVE 
EQUIPMENT

  MODEL LD60  LD75  LD100
    120 V, 5 A  120 V, 5 A  120 V, 5 A   
    230 V, 2.5 A  230 V, 2.5 A  230 V, 2.5 A 
INPUT
      50 or 60 Hz 
      (Voltage and frequency required must be specied)
   Voltage 
OUTPUT
    500/2000/3000  2000 Volts per Second,  2000 Volts per Second,  
    Volts per Second  Variable  Variable 
RATE
      continuous breakdown testing
DUTY
  Range  ~ 0-60 kV  ~0-75 kV  ~ 0-100 kV 
  Accuracy  +/-1% of Full Scale  +/-1% of Full Scale  +/-1% of Full Scale 
DIGITAL 
  Length  21.25” (540 mm)  30” (762 mm)  36” (914 mm)  
  Width  16.75” (426 mm)  18” (457 mm)  20” (508 mm)  
  Height  13.75” (350 mm)  13” (330 mm)  16” (406 mm) 
  Weight  51 lbs (23 kgs)  120 lbs (54 kgs)  135 lbs (61 kgs) 
DIMENSIONS
  Length  24” (610 mm)  40” (1016 mm)  40” (1016 mm)   
  Width  21” (533 mm)  30” (762 mm)  30” (762 mm)   
  Height  18” (457 mm)  32” (813 mm)  32” (813 mm) 
SHIPPING
  Weight  63 lbs (29 kgs)  220 lbs (100 kgs)  230 lbs (104 kgs)
Voltage / Current
Frequency
Maximum Voltage to Earth
selectable
OF RISE
CYCLE
MEMORY
VOLTMETER
& WEIGHTS
SIZE
0-60 kV at 500 VA
  30,000 V  37,500 V  50,000 V 
  0-75 kV at 500 VA  0-100 kV at 500 VA 
OPTIONS
TEST CELLS
  TYPE  TEST STANDARD  TEST ELECTRODES  GAP SETTING  RATE OF RISE
  TC/DE    Polished brass disc  .1” 
  (at electrodes)    1” (25 mm) diameter  +/-0.0005” 
  TC/VDE    Spherical dome  .04” or .08” 
 (motorized with stirrer)    1.4” (36 mm) diameter  +/-0.001” 
      Spherical dome  2.5 mm 
      36 mm (1.4”) diameter  +/-0.1 mm 
      Spherical cap  2.5 mm 
      12.5 mm (.5”) diameter  +/-0.1 mm 
TC/IEC
TC/BS
  Type TC/DE
 Type 
TC/VDE
ASTM D877
ASTM D1816
IEC 60156
BS 148
Type TC/BS
Type TC/IEC
High Voltage • High Current • High Power Test Systems and Components
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3000 Volts per Second
500 Volts per Second
2000 Volts per Second
2000 Volts per Second
Liquid Dielectric 
Comparison Unit
The LDCU is an AC voltmeter 
which is used to make periodic 
performance checks of the 
system. See LDCU data sheet 
for more details.
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