Atec S1 User Manual

S1-568 and S1-1068

5 & 10 kV DC Insulation Resistance Testers

S1-568 and S1-1068

5 & 10 kV DC Insulation Resistance Testers

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High performance, 8 mA noise rejection, 4
digital filter options

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Compact and light weight

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Tough dual case design

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Rapid charge Li-ion battery – meets IEC62133

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Operate with flat battery from an AC source

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Remote control with indicator beacon

DESCRIPTION

Megger’s new S1-Series of insulation resistance testers consist
of a 5 kV model, S1-568 and a 10 kV model, S1-1068.
These top end instruments are targeted at power utilities
and service companies working in generation, transmission
and distribution markets. Class leading charge current, noise
rejection and software filters make the S1-Series Megger’s
most advanced DC insulation resistance testers to date.

Instrument productivity is a focus of the new S1-Series which
offers rapid charge batteries and operation from an AC source
when the battery is flat. An intuitive user interface ensures
no lost time remembering how to use the tester. Simplicity
of operation is achieved with two rotary switches and a large
backlight display which enables multiple results to be displayed
simultaneously. A graphical quick start guide is provided inside
the lid of each model to assist first time users.

Safety of operation is built in, 5 kV and 10 kV models
are safety rated to CAT IV 600 V up to 3000 m. Original
equipment manufacturers and repairers will welcome the
remote control feature allowing them to automate resistance
testing on the factory floor, as will technicians in substations
wanting to operate from a more convenient, safe distance.

The S1-Series have a dual case design with a tough outer
case to protect the tester from knocks and drops and a fire
retardant inner case. The case IP rating prevents moisture and
dust ingress when storing or carrying the instrument. The lids
have clip-on lead pouches ensuring that leads remain with the
instrument at all times. Case lids are removable for improved
access to the terminals.

Five preset voltage ranges are provided in insulation test
mode, plus a user settable lock voltage range. Preconfigured
diagnostic tests include Polarisation Index (PI), Dielectric
Absorption Ratio (DAR), Dielectric Discharge (DD), Stepped
Voltage (SV) and Ramp test.

Advanced memory storage includes time/date stamping of
results, logging of data and recall of results to screen. A fully
isolated USB interface or on-board Bluetooth® interface is
used for safe transfer of data to Megger’s asset management
software; PowerDB Pro, Advanced or Lite packages.

Test leads are double insulated with clamps rated at 3 kV t
equivalent to 6 kV single insulation for the medium clip leadset
and 5 kV t equivalent to 10 kV single insulation for the large
clip leadset.

FEATURES

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Resistance measurement: 15 TΩ - 5 kV, 35 TΩ - 10 kV

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High current – 6 mA short circuit current, 2 mA charge

current

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High noise immunity – 8 mA of noise rejection

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Four software filters: 10s, 30s, 100s, 200s

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Li-ion battery – charges in 2 hours and gives up to 6 hours

continuous testing a 100 MΩ load (S1-568), battery meets
IEC 62133

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CATIV 600 V safety rating up to 3000m

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Remote operation via USB cable

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Download of memory via isolated USB cable or Bluetooth

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Timed IR, DAR, PI, DD, SV and ramp diagnostic tests

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Large LCD display with backlight

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Dedicated voltmeter function (30 V to 660 V) AC or DC

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Advanced memory, on screen recall and real time clock for

date/time stamped results

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PowerDB Lite asset management software

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Option to record temperature, humidity (measured independently)

S1-568 and S1-1068

5 & 10 kV DC Insulation Resistance Testers

APPLICATION

The Insulation Resistance (IR) test is a quantitative test which
indicates the effectiveness of a product’s electrical insulation.
Applications include cables, transformers, motors/generators,
circuit breakers and bushings. Common insulation tests are the
“spot test”, a 1 minute IR test and a 10 minute Polarisation
Index (PI) test, where PI is the ratio R

10min/R1min

and temperature

independent.

ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS

AC voltage input range: 90 - 264 V rms, 50/60 Hz, 100 VA
Battery: 11.1 V, 5.2 Ah meets IEC
62133:2003
Battery life S1-568: 6 hours (typical) continuous testing
at 5 kV with a 100 MΩ load
Battery life S1-1068: 4.5 hours (typical) continuous testing
at 10 kV with a 100 MΩ load
Battery charge time: 2.5 hours from deep discharge,
2 hours normal discharge
30 min. quick charge: 1 hour operation at 5 kV, 100 MΩ
Test voltages: 250 V (5 kV only), 500 V, 1000 V,
2500 V, 5000 V, 10000 V, VL
Lock test voltage: 40 V to 1 kV in 10 V steps, 1 kV to
5 kV in 25 V steps,
5 kV to 10 kV in 25 V steps
Voltage o/p accuracy: +4%, -0%, ±10 V nominal test volt­age at 1GΩ load (0 °C to 30 °C)
Resistance range: 10 kΩ to 15 TΩ @ 5 kV, 10 kΩ to
35 TΩ @ 10 kV
Accuracy (23 °C):

S1-568 5000 V 2500 V 1000 V 500 V 250 V

±5% to 1 TΩ 500 GΩ 200 GΩ 100 GΩ 50 GΩ

±20% to 10 TΩ 5 TΩ 2 TΩ 1 TΩ 500 GΩ

S1-1068 10 kV 5000 V 2500 V 1000 V 500 V 250 V

±5% to 2 TΩ 1 TΩ 500 GΩ 200 GΩ 100 GΩ 50 GΩ

±20% to 20 TΩ 10 TΩ 5 TΩ 2 TΩ 1 TΩ 500 GΩ
Guard performance: 2% error guarding 500 kΩ leakage
with 100 MΩ load
Display range analogue: 100 kΩ to 10 TΩ
Display range digital: 10 kΩ to 35 TΩ
Short circuit current: 6 mA nominal

Charge current: 2 mA
Insulation alarm: 100 kΩ to 10 GΩ
Capacitor charge battery power: <2.5 s/μF to 5 kV, <5 s/μF to 10 kV

Capacitor charge AC power: <1.5 s/μF to 5 kV, <2.7 s/μF to 10 kV
Capacitor discharge: 5 kV to 50 V: <120 ms/ μF
10 kV to 50 V: <250 ms/ μF
Capacitance range: 10 nF to 50 μF (dependant on
(> 500 V) measurement voltage)
Capacitance accuracy (23 °C): ±10% ±5 nF
Current measurement
range: 0.01 nA to 6 mA
accuracy (23 °C): ±5% ±0.2 nA at all voltages
Interference rejection: 8 mA
Software filtering: 4 filter settings: 10s, 30s, 100s, 200s
Voltmeter range: 30 V to 660 V ac or dc, 45 Hz - 65 Hz

ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS CONT

Voltmeter accuracy: ±3%, ±3 V
Timer range: Up to 99 minutes 59 seconds, 15
second minimum setting
Memory capacity: 11 hrs logging @ 5 sec intervals
Test regimes: IR, IR(t), DAR, PI, DD, SV, ramp test
Interfaces: USB type B (device), Bluetooth®
Real time output: reading/s (V, I, R) at a rate of 1 Hz
Remote control: Remote control via USB cable only
(requires RC indicator to be in
position)

ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS

CATIV 600 V safety rating up to 3000 m @ 10 kV with safety plug or
guard lead inserted in guard terminal
CATIV 600 V safety rating up to 3000 m @ 5 kV
S1-1068 Altitude: 3000 m (with all three leads are
connected or when safety plug is
inserted in the guard terminal)
S1-568 Altitude: 3000 m
Operating temperature: -20 °C to 50 °C
Storage temperature: -25 °C to 65 °C
Humidity: 90% RH non-condensing at 40 °C
Ingress protection: IP65 (lid closed), IP40 (lid open)

SAFETY SPECIFICATIONS

Safety: Meets the requirements of IEC 61010-1, CATIV 600 V
EMC: Meets the requirements of IEC61326-1
Dimensions: L 315 mm x W 285 mm x H 181 mm
Weight: 4.5 kg

S1-568 and S1-1068

5 & 10 kV DC Insulation Resistance Testers

ORDERING INFORMATION

Item (Qty) Cat. No.

S1-568-US 1003-019

S1-1068-US 1003-010

Included accessories

User guide CD-ROM

Safety warning sheet

Power lead

Screened USB cable with filters

PowerDB Lite software CD

Product information CD

3 m leadset x 3, medium insulated clips
(S1-568, S1-1068) 6220-820

3 m leadset x 3, large insulated clips
(S1-1068 only) 6220-811

Item (Qty) Cat. No.

Optional accessories

HV test leads

3 m leadset x 3, medium insulated clips 6220-820

3 m leadset x 3, large insulated clips 6220-811

3 m leadset x 3, bare clips 8101-181

8 m leadset x 3, bare clips 8101-182

15 m leadset x 3, bare clips 8101-183

Screened HV test lead sets

3 m, 5 kV screened un-insulated small clips 6220-835

15 m, 5 kV screened un-insulated small clips 6311-080

3 m, 10 kV screened un-insulated small clips 6220-834

10 m, 10 kV screened un-insulated small clips 6220-861

15 m, 10 kV screened un-insulated small clips 6220-833

Other

CB101, 5 kV calibration box 6311-077

Calibration certificate - CB101 1000-113

UKAS calibration certificate CB101 1000-047

Fused test probe and clip leadset 1002-913

Control circuit test leadset 6220-822

UK

Archcliffe Road Dover

CT17 9EN England

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UNITED STATES

4271 Bronze Way
Dallas TX 75237-1019 USA
T 800 723 2861 (USA only)
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F [phone]
[e-mail]

OTHER TECHNICAL SALES OFFICES

Valley Forge USA, College Station USA,
Sydney AUSTRALIA, Täby SWEDEN, Ontario
CANADA, Trappes FRANCE, Oberursel
GERMANY, Aargau SWITZERLAND, Dubai
UEA, Mumbai INDIA, Durban SOUTH AFRICA,
Chonburi THAILAND, Malaga SPAIN

CERTIFICATION ISO

Registered to ISO 9001:2008 Cert. no. Q 09250

Registered to ISO 14001-2004 Cert. no. EMS 61597

S1-568_1068_DS_en_V01

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