Extech Instruments MA410T-NIST User manual

User Guide

400Amp True RMS AC Clamp Meter + NCV

Model MA410T

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Introduction

Thank you for selecting the Extech MA410 Clamp Meter. This meter measures AC Current, AC/DC
Voltage, Resistance, Capacitance, Frequency, Diode Test, Duty Cycle and Continuity. Custom
features include Thermocouple Temperature and Non-Contact Voltage detection. The double molded
case is designed for heavy duty use. This meter is shipped fully tested and calibrated and, with proper
use, will provide years of reliable service. Extech Instruments is an ISO-9001 Certified company.

Safety

International Safety Symbols

This symbol, adjacent to another symbol or terminal, indicates the user must refer
to the manual for further information.

This symbol, adjacent to a terminal, indicates that, under normal use, hazardous
voltages may be present

Double insulation

WARNING

CAUTION

PER IEC1010 OVERVOLTAGE INSTALLATION CATEGORY

OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY I

Equipment of OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY I is equipment for connection to circuits in which
measures are taken to limit the transient over voltages to an appropriate low level.
Note – Examples include protected electronic circuits.

OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY II

Equipment of OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY II is energy-consuming equipment to be supplied from
the fixed installation.
Note – Examples include household, office, and laboratory appliances.

OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY III

Equipment of OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY III is equipment in fixed installations.
Note – Examples include switches in the fixed installation and some equipment for industrial use
with permanent connection to the fixed installation.

OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY IV

Equipment of OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY IV is for use at the origin of the installation.
Note – Examples include electricity meters and primary over-current protection equipment

This WARNING symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

This CAUTION symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which if not
avoided, may result damage to the product.

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SAFETY NOTES

 Do not exceed the maximum allowable input range of any function.

 Do not apply voltage to meter when resistance function is selected.

 Set the function switch OFF when the meter is not in use.

 Remove the battery if meter is to be stored for longer than 60 days.

WARNINGS

 Set function switch to the appropriate position before measuring.

 When measuring volts do not switch to current/resistance modes.

 Do not measure current on a circuit whose voltage exceeds 600V.

 When changing ranges always disconnect the test leads from the circuit under test.

CAUTIONS

 Improper use of this meter can cause damage, shock, injury or death. Read and understand

this user manual before operating the meter.

 Always remove the test leads before replacing the battery or fuses.

 Inspect the condition of the test leads and the meter itself for any damage before operating the

meter. Repair or replace any damage before use.

 Use great care when making measurements if the voltages are greater than 25VAC rms or

35VDC. These voltages are considered a shock hazard.

 Always discharge capacitors and remove power from the device under test before performing

Diode, Resistance or Continuity tests.

 Voltage checks on electrical outlets can be difficult and misleading because of the uncertainty

of connection to the recessed electrical contacts. Other means should be used to ensure that
the terminals are not "live".

 If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided

by the equipment may be impaired.

Function Maximum Input

A AC, 400A

V DC, V AC 600V DC/AC

Resistance, Capacitance, Frequency, Diode
Test, Continuity, Temperature

250V DC/AC

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Description

Meter Description

1. Current clamp

2. NCV LED indicator

3. Clamp opening trigger

4. MODE button

5. HZ/% button

6. LCD Display

7. Negative input jack

8. Non-Contact Voltage Detector

9. HOLD button

10. Function switch

11. Relative Button

12. Battery compartment (rear)

13. Positive input jack

Display icons Description

HOLD Data Hold
AUTO Autoranging
DC Direct Current
AC Alternating Current

Low battery
REL Relative
V Volts (Voltage)

 Ohms (Resistance)
A Amperes (Current)
F Farad (Capacitance)
Hz Hertz (Frequency)
% Duty Ratio

o

F and oC Fahrenheit and Celsius units (Temperature)

n, m, , M, k Unit of measure prefixes: nano, milli, micro, mega, and kilo

)

)



) Continuity test

Diode test

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Operation

NOTES: Read and understand all Warning and Caution statements in this operation manual prior
to using this meter. Set the function select switch to the OFF position when the meter is not in use.

Non-Contact Voltage Detector

WARNING: Risk of Electrocution. Before use, always test the Voltage Detector on a known live

1. Rotate the Function switch to any measurement position.

2. Place the detector probe tip on the conductor to be tested.

3. If AC voltage is present, the NCV detector light will turn on with

NOTE: The conductors in electrical cord sets are often twisted. For

NOTE: The detector is designed with high sensitivity. Static

AC Current Measurements

WARNING: Disconnect the test leads before making clamp measurements.

1. Rotate the Function switch to the 400A position

2. Press the trigger to open jaw. Fully enclose

3. Read the current value in the display.

4. If the value is less than 40A, rotate the function

circuit to verify proper operation.

a steady red light.

best results, move the probe tip along a length of the cord to
assure placing the tip in close proximity to the live
conductor.

electricity or other sources of energy may randomly trip the sensor. This is normal operation.

only one conductor.

switch to the 40A position to improve
resolution.

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AC/DC Voltage, Frequency, Duty Cycle Measurements

CAUTION: Do not measure voltages if a motor on the circuit is being switched ON or OFF. Large

voltage surges may occur that can damage the meter.

1. Rotate the function switch to the V position.

2. Press the MODE button to select AC or DC Voltage.

3. Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative COM jack.

Insert the red test lead banana plug into the positive V jack.

4. Touch the black test probe tip to the negative side of the circuit.

Touch the red test probe tip to the positive side of the circuit.

5. Read the voltage value in the display.

6. Press the Hz % button to display Frequency

7. Press the Hz % button to display Duty Cycle

Resistance, Diode, Continuity Measurements

Note: Remove power from the device under test before making resistance measurements

1. Set the function switch to the position.

2. Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative COM jack.

Insert the red test lead banana plug into the positive V jack.

3. Touch the black test probe tip to one side of the device.

Touch the red test probe tip to the other side of the device.

4. Read the resistance value in the display.

5. Press the MODE button to select the DIODE mode. The Diode symbol will

appear in the display.

6. Press the MODE button to select the Continuity mode. The continuity symbol

will appear in the display. If the resistance is <150 ohms the tone will sound.

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Capacitance Measurements

WARNING: To avoid electric shock, discharge the capacitor before measuring.

1. Rotate the function switch to the CAP capacitance position.

2. Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative COM jack.

Insert the red test lead banana plug into the positive

3. Touch the black test probe tip to one side of the device.

Touch the red test probe tip to the other side of the device.

4. Read the capacitance value in the display.

jack.

Type K Temperature Measurements

1. Rotate the function switch to the °F or °C temperature position.

2. Insert the Temperature Probe into the input jacks.

3. Place the temperature probe tip(s) where needed.

4. Read the temperature on the display.
Note: In case of an open input or a temperature overrange, the meter will display

“OL” .

Data Hold

To freeze the LCD reading, press the HOLD button. The HOLD icon appears on
the LCD. Press the HOLD button again to return to normal operation.

Relative

Press the REL button (REL will appear in the display) to zero the reading and create a reference
point. All future reading will be the difference between the actual reading and the stored “REL”
reading. In the REL mode, autoranging is disabled and measurements are limited to the range
active when the REL button was pressed. Press the REL button to exit the mode.

Note: Relative does not function in Frequency or Duty Cycle mode.

Automatic Power Off

In order to conserve battery life, the meter will automatically turn off after approximately 30 minutes.
To turn the meter on again, change the position of the function switch.

Low battery indication

When the icon appears in the display, the battery should be replaced. Refer to the battery
replacement procedure in the maintenance section.

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Maintenance

WARNING: To avoid electrical shock, disconnect the meter from any circuit, remove the test leads
from the input terminals, and turn OFF the meter before opening the case. Do not operate the meter
with an open case.

Cleaning and Storage

Periodically wipe the case with a damp cloth and mild detergent; do not use abrasives or
solvents. If the meter is not to be used for 60 days or more, remove the battery and store it
separately.

Battery Replacement

1. Remove the 2 Phillips head screws that secure the rear battery cover

2. Open the battery compartment

3. Replace the 2 AAA 1.5V batteries.

4. Secure the battery compartment door

All EU users are legally bound by the Battery Ordinance to return all used
batteries to community collection points or wherever batteries / accumulators are
sold! Disposal in household trash or refuse is prohibited!

Disposal: Follow the valid legal stipulations in respect of the disposal of the
device at the end of its lifecycle.

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Specifications

Function Range Resolution

AC Current

50/60Hz

AC Voltage

50 to 400Hz

DC Voltage

Resistance

Capacitance

Temperature
Type K

40.00 AAC 0.01A ±(2.5% + 12 digits)

400.0 AAC 0.1A ±(2.8% + 8 digits)

AC Current ranges specified from 5% to 100% of range

4.000 VAC 0.001V

40.00 VAC 0.01V

400.0 VAC 0.1V

600 VAC 1V ±(2.5% + 10 digits)

AC Voltage ranges specified from 5% to 100% of range

400.0 mVDC 0.1mV ±(0.8% + 2 digits)

4.000 VDC 0.001V

40.00 VDC 0.01V

400.0 VDC 0.1V

600 VDC 1V ±(2.0% + 2 digits)

400.0 0.1

4.000k 0.001k

40.00k 0.01k

400.0k 0.1k

4.000M 0.001M

40.00M 0.01M

40.00nF 0.01nF ±(4.0% + 20 digits)

400.0nF 0.1nF

40.00µF 0.01µF

100.0µF 0.1µF

10 to 10kHz 0.01Hz ±(1.5% + 2 digits) Frequency

Sensitivity: 15V rms

0.5% to 99.0% 0.1% ±(1.2% + 2 digits) Duty Cycle

Pulse width: 100s to 100ms, Frequency: 10Hz to 10kHz

-4.0 to 1400°F

-20 to 760°C

Specification does not include probe accuracy. Range of supplied probe is -4 to
482°F (-20 to 250°C).

0.1° <400°
1° >400°

Accuracy

(% of reading + digits)

±(1.8% + 10 digits)

±(1.5% + 2 digits)

±(1.0% + 4 digits)

±(1.5% + 2 digits)

±(2.5% + 3 digits)

±(3.5% + 5 digits)

±(3.0% + 5 digits)

±(3% + 9°F/5°C)

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General Specifications

Clamp jaw opening 30mm (1.18") approx.
Display 4,000 count LCD
Continuity check Threshold <150; Test current < 0.5mA
Diode test Test current of 0.3mA typical;
Open circuit voltage  1.5VDC typical
Low Battery indication Battery symbol is displayed
Over-range indication ‘OL’ display
Measurement rate 2 readings per second, nominal
Thermocouple sensor Type K thermocouple required
Input Impedance 10M (VDC and VAC)
AC bandwidth 50 to 400Hz (VAC)
AC response True rms
Operating Temperature 5C to 40C (41F to 104F)
Storage Temperature -20C to 60C (-4F to 140F)
Operating Humidity Max 80% up to 31C (87F) decreasing linearly to 50% at 40C

Storage Humidity <80%
Operating Altitude 2000meters (7000ft) maximum.
Battery Two “AAA” 1.5V batteries
Auto power OFF After approx. 30 minutes
Dimensions & Weight 200x66x37mm (7.9x2.6x1.5”); 205g (7.23oz)
Safety For indoor use and in accordance with the requirements for double

Approvals CE,

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