PCE Instruments PCE-CTI 10-ICA, PCE-CTI 10 Users guide

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PCE-CTI 10 Clamp Meter

User Manual

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Last change: 27 May 2024

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Contents

1 Safety notes ...................................................................................................... 1

2 Specifications ................................................................................................... 2

3 Delivery scope .................................................................................................. 4

4 Device description ........................................................................................... 5

4.1 Key description .......................................................................................................................................... 6

4.2 Display description ..................................................................................................................................... 7

4.3 Rotary selector switch ................................................................................................................................ 9

5 Making a measurement .................................................................................. 10

5.1 Voltage measurement .............................................................................................................................. 10

5.2 Frequency measurement and duty cycle measurement ......................................................................... 10

5.3 Resistance, capacitance measurement, diode test and continuity test .................................................. 11

5.4 Temperature measurement ..................................................................................................................... 11

5.5 Current measurement .............................................................................................................................. 12

5.6 Inrush current measurement ................................................................................................................... 12

5.7 Current measurement with external current clamp ................................................................................. 13

5.8 Frequency inverter ................................................................................................................................... 13

5.9 Freeze measured value ........................................................................................................................... 13

5.10 Highest and lowest measured value........................................................................................................ 14

5.11 Set measured value in relation ................................................................................................................ 14

5.12 Peak values ............................................................................................................................................. 14

5.13 Non-contact voltage verification (NCV) ................................................................................................... 15

6 Menu ................................................................................................................ 15

6.1 Data logger .............................................................................................................................................. 16

6.2 Set language ............................................................................................................................................ 18

6.3 Settings .................................................................................................................................................... 18

6.4 Set system time and date ........................................................................................................................ 19

6.5 Device information ................................................................................................................................... 19

6.6 Call up screenshots ................................................................................................................................. 19

6.7 Restore factory settings ........................................................................................................................... 20

7 Bluetooth connection .................................................................................... 20

8 Contact ............................................................................................................ 21

9 Disposal .......................................................................................................... 21

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1 Safety notes

Please read this manual carefully and completely before you use the device for the first time. The device may only be used by qualified personnel and repaired by PCE Instruments personnel. Damage or injuries caused by non-observance of the manual are excluded from our liability and not covered by our warranty.

• The device must only be used as described in this instruction manual. If used otherwise, this can cause dangerous situations for the user and damage to the meter.

• The instrument may only be used if the environmental conditions (temperature, relative

humidity, …) are within the ranges stated in the technical specifications. Do not expose

the device to extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, extreme humidity or moisture.

• Do not expose the device to shocks or strong vibrations.

• The case should only be opened by qualified PCE Instruments personnel.

• Never use the instrument when your hands are wet.

• You must not make any technical changes to the device.

• The appliance should only be cleaned with a damp cloth. Use only pH-neutral cleaner,

no abrasives or solvents.

• The device must only be used with accessories from PCE Instruments or equivalent.

• Before each use, inspect the case for visible damage. If any damage is visible, do not

use the device.

• Do not use the instrument in explosive atmospheres.

• The measurement range as stated in the specifications must not be exceeded under

any circumstances.

• Non-observance of the safety notes can cause damage to the device and injuries to the user.

We do not assume liability for printing errors or any other mistakes in this manual. We expressly point to our general guarantee terms which can be found in our general terms of

business.

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2 Specifications

DC voltage

Measurement range

Resolution

Accuracy

±600.0 mV

0.1 mV

±(0.8% + 8 digits) of Rd

±6.000 V

0.001 V

±(0.5% + 5 digits) of Rd

±60.00 V

0.01 V

±(0.5% + 5 digits) of Rd

± 600.0 V

0.1 V

±(0.8% + 5 digits) of Rd

±1500 V

1 V

±(0.8% + 5 digits) of Rd

Input impedance: >10 MΩ; overvoltage protection: 1500 VDC / 1000 VAC rms

Alternating voltage

Measurement range

Resolution

Accuracy

0.000 ... 6.000 V

0.001 V

50 ... 60 Hz: ±(1.2 % + 5 digits) of Rd 61 ... 1 kHz: ±(2.5 % + 5 digits) of Rd

0.00 ... 60.00 V

0.01 V

0.0 ... 600.0 V

0.1 V

0 ... 1500 V

1 V

The accuracy refers to 10 ... 100 % of the respective measurement range and one sine wave Input impedance: >9 MΩ; overvoltage protection: 1000 V DC/AC RMS The accuracy of the "PEAK" function is: ±10 % of Rd The response time of the "PEAK" function is: 1 ms

AC voltage with low input impedance (LowZ)

Measurement range

Resolution

Accuracy

0.000 ... 6.000 V

0.001 V

±(3.0 % + 40 digits) v. Rd

0.00 ... 60.00 V

0.01 V

0.0 ... 300.0 V

0.1 V

Input impedance: 300 kΩ; overvoltage protection: 1000 VDC / VAC RMS The accuracy refers to 10 ... 100 % of the respective measurement range and one sine wave

DC and AC voltage (50 ... 1 kHz)

Measurement range

Resolution

Accuracy

0.000 ... 6.000 V

0.001 V

±(2.5 % of Rd + 40 digits)

0.00 ... 60.00 V

0.01 V

0.0 ... 600.0 V

0.1 V

0 ... 1000 V

1 V

Input impedance: 300 kΩ; overvoltage protection: 1000 VDC / VAC RMS

Non-contact voltage verification (NCV)

Detection range

100 ... 1000 AC/DC

DC and AC voltage with low input impedance (LowZ)

Measurement range

Resolution

Accuracy

0.000 ... 6.000 V

0.001 V

±(3.5 % of Rd + 40 digits)

0.00 ... 60.00 V

0.01 V

0.0 ... 300.0 V

0.1 V

Input impedance: 300 kΩ; overvoltage protection: 1000 VDC / VAC RMS

Direct current

Measurement range

Resolution

Accuracy

±60.00 A

0.01 A

±(3.0 % of Rd + 8 digits) ±600.0 A

0.1 A

±1000 A

1 A

Overload protection: 1000 A AC/DC

Alternating current (50 ... 60 Hz)

Measurement range

Resolution

Accuracy

0.00 ... 60.00 A

0.01 A

±(2.5 % of Rd + 5 digits)

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0.0 ... 600.0 A

0.1 A

0 ... 1000 A

1 A

Overload protection: 1000 A AC/DC The accuracy refers to 10 ... 100 % of the respective measurement range and one sine wave The inrush current measurement serves only as a reference

AC current measurement with flexible current clamp (50 ... 400 Hz)

Measurement range

Resolution

Accuracy

0.00 ... 30.00 A

0.01 A

±(3.0 % of of Rd + 5 digits)

0.0 ... 300.0 A

0.1 A

0 ... 3000 A

1 A

Overload protection: 1000 A AC/DC The accuracy refers to 10 ... 100 % of the respective measurement range and one sine wave

Resistance and continuity measurement

Measurement range

Resolution

Accuracy

0.0 ... 600.0 Ω

0.1 Ω

±(1.0 % of Rd + 10 digits)

0.000 ... 6.000 kΩ

0.001 kΩ

±(0.8 % of Rd + 5 digits)

0.00 ... 60.00 kΩ

0.01 kΩ

±(0.8 % of Rd + 5 digits)

0.0 ... 600.0 kΩ

0.1 kΩ

±(0.8 % of Rd + 5 digits)

0.000 ... 6.000 MΩ

0.001 MΩ

±(0.8 % of Rd + 5 digits)

0.00 ... 60.00 MΩ

0.01 MΩ

±(2.5 % of Rd + 10 digits)

Continuity test signal tone at: <50 Ω Overvoltage protection: 1000 V AC/DC

Frequency measurement

Measurement range

Resolution

Accuracy

0.00 ... 60.00 Hz

0.01 Hz

±(0.2 % of Rd + 5 digits)

0.0 ... 600.0 Hz

0.1 Hz

0.000 ... 6.000 kHz

0.001 kHz

0.00 ... 60.00 kHz

0.01 kHz

0.0 ... 600.0 kHz

0.1 kHz

0.000 ... 6.000 MHz

0.001 MHz

Overvoltage protection: 1000 V AC/DC Sensitivity: >2 Vrms with a duty cycle between 20 ... 80 % and a frequency of <100 kHz >5 Vrms with a duty cycle between 20 ... 80 % and a frequency of >100 kHz

Duty cycle

Measurement range

Resolution

Accuracy

10.0 ... 90.0 %

0.1 %

±(1.2 % of Rd + 8 digits)

Frequency range: 40 ... 10 kHz; pulse amplitude ±5 V with a duration of 100 µs ... 100 mS

Capacity

Measurement range

Resolution

Accuracy

0.00 ... 60.00 nF

0.01 nF

±(3.0 % of Rd + 20 digits)

0.0 ... 600.0 nF

0.1 nF

±(3.0 % of Rd + 8 digits)

0.000 ... 6,000 µF

0.001 µF

±(3.0 % of Rd + 8 digits)

0.00 ... 60.00 µF

0.01 µF

±(3.0 % of Rd + 8 digits)

0.0 ... 600.0 nF

0.1 nF

±(3.0 % of Rd + 8 digits)

0 ... 6000 µF

1 µF

±(3.5 % of Rd + 20 digits)

0.00 ... 60.00 mF

0.01 mF

for reference only

0.0 ... 600.0 mF

0.1 mF

for reference only

Diode test

Test current

<1.5 mA

Maximum voltage

3.3 VDC

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Further specifications

Memory space

16 groups with a total memory capacity of 100,000 measured values

Clamp diameter horizontal

38 mm / 1.49"

Clamp diameter vertical

63 mm / 2.48"

Clamp aperture

45 mm / 1.77"

Protection class

IP65

Interface

Bluetooth 4.0

Degree of pollution

Insulation categories

CAT IV 600 V, CAT III 1000 V, CAT II 1500 V

Maximum working height

2000 m / 6562 ft

Power supply battery

7.4 V, 1200 mAh Li-ion battery

Power supply charger

Primary: 100 ... 240 V AC, 50 ... 60 Hz Secondary: 12 V DC, 2 A

Charger plug connection

Europe, USA, England, China

Battery status display

available

Automatic power-off

off, 15, 30 or 60 minutes

Display

2.36 " TFT

Display frequency

3 Hz

Reference conditions

18 ... 28 °C, 64 ... 82 °F; <80 % RH, non-condensing

Operating conditions

5 ... 40 °C, 41 ... 104 °F; <80 % RH, non-condensing

Storage conditions

-20 ... 60 °C, -4 ... 140 °F; <80 % RH, non-condensing

Dimensions

275 x 100 x 45 mm / 10.8 x 3.9 x 1.7"

Weight

481 g / 16.9 oz

3 Delivery scope

1 x clamp meter PCE-CTI 10 1 x K-type thermocouple with adaptor 1 x pair of test leads 1 x carrying case 1 x battery charging station 1 x rechargeable battery 1 x user manual

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4 Device description

No.

Description

Current clamp

Torch

NCV indicator. As soon as this lamp lights up, a voltage has been detected.

Lever for opening the current clamp

Display

"MODE / VFD" key

"RANGE" key

"INRUSH / Menu" key

"HOLD / REL" key

Light key

Rotary selector switch

Connection for test leads (-)

Connection for test leads (+)

Lock of the battery cover

Battery cover

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4.1 Key description

The meter has 9 keys which can change their function depending on the set position of the rotary selector switch.

4.1.1 Real keys

Button

Description

HOLD / REL

- Freezes the display in order to subsequently save the displayed measured value

- Sets the measured value in relation

MODE / VFD

- Switching between the individual functions

RANGE

- Manual switching of the measurement range

- Switching the torch on and off

INRUSH / Menu

- Starting inrush current measurement

- Open menu

4.1.2 Virtual keys

The virtual keys are shown on the display. These are actuated by the real arrow keys. The virtual keys change their functions depending on the setting.

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4.2 Display description

No.

Description

Battery status display

Measured value

Automatic or manual selection of the measurement range

Bar chart in relation to the set measurement range

Virtual key

System time

Unit of meaurement

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4.2.1 Display symbols

Symbols

Function

Symbols

Function

Voltage above 30 V AC or DC

Alternating voltage or current

Warning

Direct voltage or current

Measurement via the current clamp

Alternating voltage or current with direct voltage or direct current component

Measurement via the existing current clamp

Continuity test

Measured value in relation

Diode test

Function: measurement on a frequency inverter

Unit symbol for ohm

Function: inrush current measurement

Measurement with low impedance

Time of the high edge

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4.3 Rotary selector switch

To operate the meter, select the desired function using the rotary selector switch. The meter will switch on immediately. To switch off the meter, set the rotary selector switch to "OFF".

Function

Description

Direct and / or alternating voltage measurement

Direct and / or alternating voltage measurement with low input resistance

Frequency measurement and duty cycle measurement

Resistance measurement, diode test, continuity measurement, capacitance measurement

Temperature measurement

Alternating or direct current measurement up to 60 A

Alternating or direct current measurement up to 600 A

Alternating or direct current measurement up to 1000 A

Alternating current measurement with external current clamp up to 3000 A

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5 Making a measurement

To carry out a measurement, the meter must be set appropriately for the measurement task before the test leads are connected. Voltage and current peaks can damage the meter. Ensure that the contacts are correctly connected for each measurement. Failure to do so may result in incorrect measurements.

5.1 Voltage measurement

To carry out a voltage measurement, first set the rotary selector switch to .

Now connect the test leads to the device. Use the "MODE VFD" key to switch between the direct voltage, alternating voltage, direct and alternating voltage and frequency measurement functions.

5.1.1 Measurements with low impedance

To make a voltage measurement with a low impedance, turn the rotary selector switch to

. The "MODE VFD" key can be used to select between the direct voltage, alternating voltage and direct and alternating voltage functions.

5.2 Frequency measurement and duty

cycle measurement

For a frequency measurement, turn the rotary selector switch to . The "MODE VFD"

key can now be used to select between frequency measurement and duty cycle.

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5.3 Resistance, capacitance measurement, diode test and continuity test

To make a resistance or capacitance measurement, a diode test or continuity test, set the rotary selector switch to . The "MODE VFD" key can be used to select between the

individual functions. Note: Make sure that capacitors are discharged before a capacitance measurement. They could be fully charged after a measurement. They must be discharged after a measurement as there is a risk of electric shock.

5.4 Temperature measurement

To carry out a temperature measurement, set the rotary selector switch to . Connect the temperature adaptor for thermocouples to the device. Then connect a suitable thermocouple to the adaptor. The measurement is carried out immediately. Use the "MODE VFD" key to select between °C and °F.

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5.5 Current measurement

To carry out a current measurement with the current clamp, set the rotary selector switch to one of the current measurement end values. A maximum of 60, 600 and 1000 A are available. The "MODE" key can be used to select between direct and alternating current. Use the "REL" key to set the current in relation to another current. Then place the current clamp around the supply cable to be measured. Make sure that there is only one cable in the clamp.

5.6 Inrush current measurement

The inrush current measurement is only possible when measuring the current with the fixed current clamp and with an alternating current. To carry out this measurement, press and hold the "INRUSH/Menu" key for at least two seconds. You can then switch on the device under test. The measurement starts immediately and the inrush current is shown on the display.

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5.7 Current measurement with external current clamp

To carry out a measurement with an external current clamp, set the rotary selector switch to . Then connect the external current clamp to the device and compare the set measurement range to the setting on the current clamp. To set the measurement range of the device, press the "Range" key repeatedly.

5.8 Frequency inverter

To carry out measurements on a frequency inverter, the function must first be activated by pressing and holding the "VFD" key. You can then carry out measurements on a frequency converter. This function is available for alternating current and voltage. To exit this mode, press and hold the key again.

5.9 Freeze measured value

To freeze the measured value, briefly press the "HOLD/REL" key once. Press the key again to resume normal measurement. If the value is frozen, the displayed image can be saved using the virtual "Save" key. The screenshots can be recalled and deleted in the "Memory" menu item.

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5.10 Highest and lowest measured value

To display the highest and lowest measured values, press the virtual "MAX" key. The highest and lowest measured values are now shown on the display next to the current measured value. To return to the normal view, press the key again.

5.11 Set measured value in relation

To display the measured value in relation, press and hold the "HOLD / REL" key. The current measured value, the measured value set in relation and the base measured value are now shown on the display. To return to the normal view, press the key again.

5.12 Peak values

To display the peak value, press the virtual "PEAK" key. The highest and lowest peak values are displayed next to the normal measurement. To reset the display, exit the mode and open it again.

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5.13 Non-contact voltage verification (NCV)

To carry out a non-contact voltage check, the device only needs to be switched on. This function is always active. For the test, the tip of the current clamp must be held against the cable, fuse, socket, etc. to be tested. The control LED then signals the presence of a voltage between 100 ... 1000 V. Note: Insulation, shielding and distances influence the display. Before a measurement, this function should be checked with a known voltage, for example on a supply line. The meter has a sensitive sensor system. External voltage can cause the control LED to light up.

6 Menu

To open the menu to make settings, press the menu key. The arrow keys can be used to select between the individual functions and parameters can be changed. Use the menu key and the right arrow key to open the menu level and apply settings. Press the left arrow key to go back one level.

Function

Recording

Data recording

Language

Set language

Setup

Further settings

Time/Date

Date and time

Memory

Retrieving screenshots of the "Hold" function

Information

Device information

Factory Set

Reset meter

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6.1 Data logger

To start the data logger, go to the "Recording" menu.

6.1.1 Start data recording

To start data recording, select "Start Recording" in the "Recording" menu. Recording starts immediately. The appropriate settings for recording should be made in advance.

6.1.2 Retrieve recorded data

To retrieve the saved data, go to "Recall" in the "Recording" menu. The last value is displayed there. Press "Close" to return to the menu. Via "Trend", you can see a graphical history of the last recordings. Use the arrow keys to move to each individual point. Zoom can be used to zoom closer into the graph. If you press the zoom key repeatedly, you will return to the overall view.

6.1.3 Set storage interval

To set the storage interval, go to "Sample Interval" in the "Recording" menu item. Here, you can set the storage interval in minutes and seconds.

Function

Start Recording

Recording is started

Recall

Retrieve measured values

Sample Interval

Setting the memory interval

Duration

Storage duration

Memory

Display of the memory space

Delete all Recordings

Delete all measurement data

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6.1.4 Setting the data logger duration

To set the data logger duration, go to "Duration" in the "Recording" menu item. Here, you can specifically set the duration of the recording.

6.1.5 View memory space

To find out how much memory space is still available, go to "Memory" in the "Recording" menu item. There you can see how much memory space is already in use.

6.1.6 Clear memory

To clear the entire memory, select "Delete all Recordings" in the "Recording" menu item. You will be asked whether you really want to clear the memory. Confirm this if you do.

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6.2 Set language

To set the language, go to the "Language" menu. Here you can choose between the specified system languages.

6.3 Settings

To make settings, go to the "Setup" menu.

Function

Key Sound

Key sound

Bluetooth

Switching Bluetooth on and off

Brightness

Setting the display brightness

Auto Power Off

Setting the automatic power-off time

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6.4 Set system time and date

The system time can be set in the "Time/Date" menu item.

6.5 Device information

The current hardware version and firmware version are displayed in the "Information" menu item.

6.6 Call up screenshots

To retrieve the screenshots of the "Hold" function, go to "Memory" in the settings. The screenshots can be called up and deleted from there. Note: Up to 16 screenshots can be saved.

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6.7 Restore factory settings

To reset the meter, select "Factory Set" in the menu. You will then be asked whether you really want to reset the meter. Confirm this if you do.

7 Bluetooth connection

To establish a Bluetooth connection, first download the free "MeterBox Pro" app from the App Store or Play Store. Activate the Bluetooth connection of the clamp meter and your mobile device. Then open the app and connect to the meter via the app. Note: The connection must not be established via the Bluetooth setting on your mobile end device.

Android

iOS

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8 Contact

If you have any questions, suggestions or technical problems, please do not hesitate to contact us. You will find the relevant contact information at the end of this user manual.

9 Disposal

For the disposal of batteries in the EU, the 2006/66/EC directive of the European Parliament applies. Due to the contained pollutants, batteries must not be disposed of as household waste. They must be given to collection points designed for that purpose.

In order to comply with the EU directive 2012/19/EU we take our devices back. We either re-use them or give them to a recycling company which disposes of the devices in line with law.

For countries outside the EU, batteries and devices should be disposed of in accordance with your local waste regulations.

If you have any questions, please contact PCE Instruments.

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PCE Instruments contact information

Germany France Spain

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