Thank you for purchas ing the HIOKI “Model 3504, 3504-10 C HiTester.” To
obtain maximum performance from the unit, please read this manual first, and
keep it handy for future reference.
Verifying Package Content s
When you receive the unit, inspect it carefully to ensure that no damage
occurred during shipping. In particular, check the accessories, panel
switches, and connectors. If damage is evident, or if it fails to operate according to the specifications, contact your dealer or Hioki representative.
• Power cord......................................................................................... 1
• Spare fuse for power supply (according to voltage specification) ......1
100 V, 120 V setting : 250 V F 1.0 AL 5 x 20 mm dia
220 V, 240 V setting : 250 V F 0.5 AL 5 x 20 mm dia
Probes, fixture are not supp lied with the unit as standard equipment. You
should order them separately, according to requirements.
Shipping precautions
Use the original packing materials when transporting the unit, if possible.
Options
Chapter 10 "Options" (p. 199)
About Special Specifications
These specifications are not included in standard products.
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Safety Information
Safety Information
This unit is designed to comply with IEC 61010 Safety Standards, and
has been thoroughly tested for safety prior to shipment. However, mishandling during use could result in injury or death, as well as damage
to the unit. Be certain that you understand the instructions and precautions in the manual before use. We disclaim any responsibility for accidents or injuries not resulting directly from unit defects.
This manual contains information and warnings essential for safe operation of
the unit and for m aintaining it in s afe operating condition. B efore using i t, be
sure to carefully read the following safety precautions.
Safety Symbols
In the manual, the symbol indicates particularly important
information that the user should read before using the unit.
The symbol printed on the unit indicates that the user should
refer to a corresponding topic in the manual (marked with the
symbol) before using the relevant function.
Other Symbols
Indicates AC (Alternating Current).
Indicates a grounding terminal.
Indicates a fuse.
Indicates the ON side of the power switch.
Indicates the OFF side of the power switch.
The following symbol s in this manu al indicat e the rela tive importance of c autions and warnings.
Indicates that incorrect operation presents a significant hazard that could result in serious inju ry or death to the user.
Indicates that inc orrect operation presents a possi bility of
injury to the user or damage to the unit.
Indicates advisory items related to performance or corr ec t
operation of the unit.
Indicates a prohibited action.
Indicates the location of reference information.
Indicates quick references fo r operati on and remed ies for
troubleshooting.
*
Indicates that descriptive information is provided below.
Measurement Categories (Overvoltage categories)
To ensure safe operation of measurement units, IEC 60664 establishes
safety standards fo r various electrical environ ments, catego rized as CAT I to
CAT IV, and called overvoltage categories. These are defined as follows.
CAT I: Secondary electrical circuits connected to an AC elec-
trical outlet through a transformer or similar device.
CAT II: Primary electrical cir cuits in equipment connected to
an AC electrical outlet by a power cord (portable tools,
household appliances , etc.)
CAT III: Primary electrical circuits of heavy equipment (fixed
installations) connected directly to the distribution
panel, and feeders from the distributi on panel to outlets.
CAT IV: The circuit from the service drop to the service
entrance, and to t he power meter and primary overcurrent protection device (distribution panel).
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Safety Information
Accuracy
Higher-numbered categories correspond to electrical environments with
greater momentary ener gy. So a meas urement device designed for CAT III
environments can endur e greater mo mentary en ergy than a de vice design ed
for CAT II.
Using a measurement uni t in an environment desig nated with a high er-numbered category than that for which the unit is rated could result in a severe
accident, and must be carefully avoided.
We define measuremen t t olera nces in ter m s of rdg . (r eadin g) and dgt . ( di git) va lues, with the following meanings:
rdg.
(reading or displayed value)
The value currently bei ng measured and
indicated on the measuring unit.
dgt. (resolution)The smallest dis playable unit o n a digital
measuring unit/ device/ product, i.e., the
input value that cau ses the digi tal display
to show a "1" as the least-significant digit.
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Operating Precautions
Operating Precautions
Follow these precautions to ensure safe operation and to obtain the full benefits of the various functions.
Unit Installat ion
Operating Temperature and Humidity: 0 to 40°C), 80%RH or less, no con-
densation
Storage Temperature and Humidity: -10 to 55
sation
Accuracy-guaranteed temperature and humidity ranges: 23
Avoid the following locations that could cause an accident or damage
to the unit.
°C, 80%RH or less, no conden-
±5°C, 80%RH
Installing
Exposed to direct s unlight
Exposed to high temperature
Exposed to liquids
Exposed to high humidity or condensation
Exposed to high levels of particulate dust
• Do not install the unit with any side except the bottom facing down.
In the presence of corrosive or explosive
gases
Exposed to strong
electromagnetic fields
Near electromagnetic
radiators
Subject to vibration
OK
• Vents must not be obstructed.
5 cm or more
10 cm or more
Operating Precautions
• To avoid dam age to the unit, protec t i t from physical shock whe n t ra nspor ting and handling. Be especially c areful to avoid physical shock fr om dropping.
• Do not apply heavy downward pressure with the stand extended. The stand
could be damaged.
Handling this device
Never modify the unit. Only Hioki service engineers should disassemble or repair the unit. Failure to observe these precautions may result in
fire, electric shock, or injury.
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If anything unusual happens during operation of the unit, turn off the
power switch immediately and contact any HIOKI service facility for
help, advice and service.
Before connection and powering on
• Before turning the unit on, make sure the supply voltage matches
that indicated on the its power connector. Connection to an impr oper
supply voltage may damage the unit and present an electrical hazard.
• The power supply voltage for this unit is switchable. To avoid electrical accidents, check that t he voltage selector is set correctly for the
supply voltage you are using.
Setting Procedure for the Power V olt age : 2.2 "Che ckin g the Power Voltage" (p.
16)
• T o avoid electrical accidents and to maintain the safety specifications
of this unit, connect the power cord only to a 3-contact (two-conductor + ground) outlet.
Connection Procedure : 2.3 "Connecting the Power Cord" (p. 17)
• To avoid shock and short circuits, turn off all power before connecting probes.
Check the connections carefully in order to avoid any chance of setting
up a short-circuit etc.
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Operating Precautions
About the guarantee
Preliminary Checks
You sho uld be aware that HIOKI cannot ac cept any responsibil ity directly or
indirectly if the unit has been incorporated in some other s ystem, or if it is
resold to a third party.
Before using the u nit the first time , verify that it o perates normally to ensure
that the no damage occurre d durin g storage or shipping. If you find any damage, contact your dealer or Hioki representative.
Before using the unit, make sure that the insulation on the probes and
cables is undamaged and that no bare conductors are improperly
exposed. Using the unit in such conditions could cause an electric
shock, so contact your dealer or Hioki representative for replacements.
1.1 Product Overview
OverviewChapter 1
1.1Product Overview
The HIOKI Model 3504 and 3504-10 C HiTesters are capacitance meters
employing 120 Hz an d 1 kHz frequencies to measure capacitors other th an
electrolysis capacitor s (Capacitor s other t han the n on-electr olytic capaci tors)
at high speed and hi gh accur acy. Primary application s inclu de pass- fail judgment and ranking of capacitors on tape machines and sorters.
1.2Features
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1
Capacitance-specific units
These capacitance meters use 120 Hz and 1 kHz measurement frequencies.
High-speed measurement
The 3504 and 3504-10 are capable of high-speed measurement: 2 ms at
measurement frequency 1 kHz, and 10 ms at 120 Hz.
Constant-voltage measurements
Provides constant-volta ge mea sure men t capabil ity.
(With 1 kHz selected)1V: to 70 μF500 mV: to 170 μF
(With 120 Hz selected)1V: to 700 μF500 mV: to 1.45 mF
Bin sorting function (Model 3504 only)
Capacitors are easil y ranked according to C (Capacitance *1) measurement
values into as many as 14 classifications.
Comparator function
Easily perform pass-fail judgment of components according to measurements
of both C and D (Dissipation Factor*2).
LED display
Provides superior visibility.
Equipped with standard data transfer interfaces
The 3504 offers external I/O for sequencing, a s tandard RS-232C interface,
and a standard GP-IB interface (Model 3504 only).
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1.2 Features
Measurement value memory
Up to 200 measurement values can be stored in memory.
Trigger-synchronous measurement capability
The measurement signal can be input to the sample in sync with a trigger.
Synchronous measurement (Special feature of Model
3504)
Synchronize multiple meters to reduce interference-induced measurement
instability.
*1. Capability to store electric charge.*2. An indicator of capacitor losses.
1.3Entire Workflow
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1.3 Entire Workflow
Measurement
Chapter 2 "Measurement Preparations" (p. 15)
Preparations
1.Check the power voltage.
2.Connect the power cord.
3.Connect the probes or fixture (option) to the measurement terminals.
4.Turn the power on.
5.Connect the sample.
Pre-Operation
3.1 "Pre-Operation Inspection" (p. 21)
Inspection
Be sure to perform pre-operation inspection prior to measurement.
• Before turning the unit on, make sure the supply voltage matches
that indicated on the its power connector. Connection to an improper
supply voltage may damage the unit and present an electrical hazard.
• The power of the unit can be changed with the voltage selectors. To
avoid an electric accid ent, use t he unit wit h the voltage sele ctors set
to a voltage value that matches the voltage to be used.
• Make sure the power is off when you change the voltage with the voltage selectors. Changing the power voltage when the power is on may
result in damage to the unit or an electric accident.
• The maximum rated power is 110 VA.
The power voltage spec ification of the un it is set as spec ified when the uni t
was ordered.
You can select from 100 V, 120 V, 220 V, and 240 V.
You can determine which voltage is set by checki ng the positi ons of the vo ltage selectors.
Refer to the diagram between the voltage select or s.
Voltage
100 VRight sideRight side
120 VRight sideLeft side
220 VLeft sideRight side
240 VLeft sideLeft side
Back
Position of Left Voltage
Selector
Voltage selectors
Position of Right Voltage
Selector
In the diagram, the voltage
value is 100 V because
both the left and right voltage selectors are set to the
right side.
2.3 Connecting the Power Cord
2.3Connecting the Power Cord
To avoid electrical acc idents and to maintain the safety specifications
of this unit, connect the power cord only to a 3-contact (two-conductor
+ ground) outlet.
• To avoid damaging the power cord, grasp the plug, not the cord, when
unplugging it from the power outlet.
• Turn off the power before disconnecting the power cord.
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2
Connection
Procedure
1. Make sure the power switch of the unit is off.
2. Make sure the power voltage matches and connect the power
cord to the power inlet with voltage selectors on the rear of the
unit.
3. Insert the plug into the power outlet.
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Measurement Terminal
2.4 Connecting the Probes and Fixtures
2.4Connecting the Probes and Fixtures
• Do not apply a voltage to the measur ement ter minals. Doing so may damage the unit.
• When disconnectin g the
pulling off the connector. Forcibly pulling the connector without releasing
the lock, or pulling on the cable, can damage the connector.
• To avoid breaking the probes, do not bend or pull them.
• The ends of the probes are sharp. Be careful to avoid injury.
• Avoid stepping on or pinching cables, which could damage the cable insulation.
• A voltage of ±12 V is generated at the L
terminals are in an open state.
BNC connector, be sure to release the lock before
terminal when the L
CUR
POT
and L
CUR
Connection
Example: Connecting a Model 9261 Test Fixture (Option)
The unit has the following five measurement
terminals.
H
CUR
H
POT
L
POT
L
CUR
GUARD terminal Connect this terminal to the
Align the grooves of the BNC connector with the
connector guides of the connector of the unit
and then insert the connector and rotate it clockwise until it locks into position.
To disconnect the connector, rotate it counterclockwise until it unlocks and then remove it.
terminal and the black plugs to
POT
terminal and L
CUR
terminal Terminal for applying measure-
ment signals
terminal Voltage detection HIGH termi-
nal
terminalVoltage detection LOW termi-
nal
terminal Measurement current detection
terminal
case
terminal.
POT
CUR
terminal
Configuration
For details such as the connectio n procedure for a fixtu re, refer to the corr esponding instruction manual.
• Use Hioki probes, fixtures (option), etc.
Chapter 10 "Options" (p. 199)
• If all fou r te rmina ls ar e disc on nec ted , a mea ni ngl es s nu mbe r m ay be di splayed on t he unit.
Fixture
2.5 Turning the Power On and Off
2.5Turning the Power On and Off
Turning the power On
Set the power switch on the rear of the unit to ON
().
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2
Power ON
Power OFF
I
All LEDs on the front panel light up.
The measurement condi tions at startup are the same
as the last time the power was turned off.
After turning the power on, wait 60 minutes for the un it
to warm up before beginning measurement.
Turning the powe r Off
Set the power switch on the rear of the unit to OFF
().
The measurement conditions are saved when the
power is turned off.
Even if there is a power fail ure or other problem with
the power, the unit will be in the measurement mode
prior to the power failure after it recovers.
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2.5 Turning the Power On and Off
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3.1 Pre-Operation Inspection
Basic
MeasurementChapter 3
3.1Pre-Operation Inspection
To ensure safe use of the unit, be sure to check the following inspection
items prior to performing measurements.
ItemsCountermeasureSee:
3
Inspect the unit, probe, and
fixture
(Are there any damaged
parts?)
Inspect the connection cord
(Is the covering c racked or is
any metal exposed?)
Check the power supply voltage setting
(Does the setting of the voltage selector on the rear of
the unit match the power
supply voltage to be used?)
When the power is turned
on, does the fan spin and do
the “3504 (3504-10)” and
version number indications
appear on the MAIN display
area?
Does the CV LED light up
when measurement is performed with the measurement terminals open while
the probe and fixture are
connected to th e un it ?
(Range: AUTO)
If there is damage:
Unit and fixture: Submit them for repairs.
Probe: Replace it with a new one.
Do not use a damaged cord because doing so
may result in electric shock. (Replace the cord
with a new one.)
Use of the unit outside the specified power supply voltage range may result in the unit being
damaged or an electrical fault. Set the voltage
selector in accordance with the power supply
voltage to be used.
If the fan does not spin or the “3504 (3504-10)”
and version number indications are not displayed, the unit may be malfunctioning. Submit
it for repairs.
If the CV LED does not light up, the unit, probe,
or fixture may be malfunctioning.
Unit and fixture: Submit them for repairs.
Probe: Replace it with a new one.
_______________
_______________
Setting the Voltage Selector:
2.2 (page 16)
_______________
Connecting the Probe
and Fixture:
2.4 (page 18)
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3.1 Pre-Operation Inspection
ItemsCountermeasureSee:
Are the measur ement values
indicated on the unit normal
when measuring known
samples such as standard
capacitors?
If the measurement values are abnormal, check/
perform the following.
• Are the me asurement conditions set appropriately?
• Perform open circuit and short circuit compensation again.
• Turn load compensation off.
If the measurement values are still abnormal after you have checked/performed the above, the
unit, probe, or fixture may be malfunctioning.
Unit and fixture: Submit them for repairs.
Probe: Replace it with a new one.
• Measurement Conditions:
3.3.2 (page 25)
3.3.3 (page 26)
3.3.4 (page 27)
3.3.5 (page 27)
3.3.6 (page 29)
•
Open Circuit Compensation and Short
Circuit Compensation
:
3.4.1 (page 31)
Load Compensation:
•
3.4.2 (page 36)
3.2Measurement Example
e
-
-
The following example shows a measurement operation using the 3504
(3504-10)
ExampleThe 926 3 SMD Te st Fi xture i s used for the measurement of mul-
tilayer ceramic capacitors.:
Necessary tools• 3504 (3504-10)
• 9263 SMD Test Fixture
• Sample to be measured: Multilayer ceramic capacitor
.
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3.2 Measurement Example
Measurement
See .
2
Conditions
Connect the 9263 SMD Test Fixture (Option).
1
Connect the 9263 SMD Test Fixture to the
measurement terminal.
For the connection method, refer to the instruction manual supplied with the fixture.
Set the measurement conditions.
2
Using the keys on the oper ating p an el, set th
measurement conditions as shown at left.
3
MODE
FREQ
LEVEL
SPEED
CIRCUIT
RANGE
Make other settings as necessary.
3.4.1 "Open Circuit C omp ensati on • Short Circ uit Com pen