MIT515, MIT525 and MIT1025
5 & 10 kV DC Insulation Resistance Testers
MIT515, MIT525 and MIT1025
5 & 10 kV DC Insulation Resistance Testers
■■ Measures up to 10 TΩ or 20 TΩ (MIT1025)
■■ PI, DAR, DD, SV and ramp test
■■ Improved productivity – operate from line
power/mains if battery dead
■■ Li ion battery - extended capacity, rapid
charge
■■ Advanced memory with time/date stamp
■■ CATIV 600 V safety rating
DESCRIPTION FEATURES AND BENEFITS
The new range of insulation resistance testers (IRTs) are ■ 10 TΩ (5 kV) / 20 TΩ (10 kV) max. insulation resistance
smaller and lighter than previous models yet offer advanced
■ Timed IR plus PI and DAR diagnostic tests
features and rapid charge capability. The range consists of
three models; an entry level 5 kV and two fully featured units, ■ Operate with dead battery when on line power/mains
one 5 kV the other 10 kV. Resistance measurement up to
■ Rapid charge Li-ion battery – up to 6 hrs continuous testing
10 TΩ for the 5 kV models and 20 TΩ for the 10 kV model.
(5 kV)
A key productivity feature is the ability to take measurements
■ Dedicated voltmeter function (30 V to 660 V)
when connected to line power/mains with a dead battery.
Intelligent battery charging ensures the optimum charge rate ■ CATIV 600 V safety rating
as a function of battery level, resulting in minimum charge
■ Large LCD display with automatic backlight
times.
■ Noise filter – rejects up to 3 mA noise
The rugged case provides ultimate protection for a portable
instrument and a clip-on lead pouch ensures that leads ■ High altitude operation up to 3000 m
remain with the instrument at all times. The case lid is
removable for improved terminal access. IP rating is IP65 with
the case closed preventing water/dust ingress. High reliability MIT525/1025 ADDITIONAL FEATURES
and safety are built in; all models are safety rated to CATIV ■ Dielectric Discharge (DD), Step Voltage (SV) and ramp test
600 V and are double insulated. functions
Five preset voltage ranges are provided in insulation test ■ Advanced memory with time/date stamp, on screen recall
mode, plus a user settable lock voltage range. Preconfigured
■ Real time clock
diagnostic tests include Polarisation Index (PI), Dielectric
Absorption Ratio (DAR), dielectric discharge (DD), Stepped ■ Download of memory via isolated USB (type B) interface
Voltage (SV) and ramp test. (USB cable to PC)
Simplicity of operation is achieved with two rotary switches ■ PowerDB Lite asset management software
and the large backlight display enables multiple results to be
displayed simultaneously. APPLICATION
Advanced memory storage includes time/date stamping of The Insulation Resistance (IR) test is a qualitative test that
results, logging of data and recall of results to screen. A fully indicates the effectiveness of a product’s electrical insulation.
isolated USB device interface (type B) is used for safe transfer Applications include cables, transformers, motors/generators,
of data to Megger’s PowerDB / Pro, Advanced and Lite asset circuit breakers and bushings. The IR test is ideal for measuring
management software. and recording long term stability of insulation over time, a
process known as trending. IR tests are temperature dependent
and require adjustment to a reference temperature. Storage
models offer a temperature recording option.
MIT515, MIT525 and MIT1025
5 & 10 kV DC Insulation Resistance Testers
ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Capacitance range 10 nF to 25 μF (dependant on
Voltage input range: 85-265 V rms, 50/60 Hz, 60 VA
(above 500 V): measurement voltage)
Battery: 11.1 V, 5.2 A hour, meets IEC
Capacitance accuracy (23 °C): ±10% ±5 nF
62133:2003
Voltage output accuracy +4%, -0%, ±10 V nominal test voltage
Battery life
(0 °C to 30 °C): at 1 GΩ
MIT515, MIT525: Typical capacity 6 hours continuous
at 5 kV with a 100 MΩ load
Current measurement range: 0.01 nA to 6 mA
MIT1025: Typical capacity 4.5 hours
Current measurement
continuous at 10 kV with a 100 MΩ
accuracy (23 °C): ±5% ±0.2 nA at all voltages
load
Interference (noise) rejection:
Battery charge time: 2.5 hours from deep discharge,
MIT515, MIT525 1 mA per 250 V up to a maximum of
2 hours normal discharge
3 mA
30 min. quick charge: 1 hour operation at 5 kV, 100 MΩ
MIT1025 1 mA per 600 V up a maximum of
3 mA
Test voltages
MIT515, MIT525: 250 V, 500 V, 1000 V, 2500 V,
Voltmeter range: 30 V to 660 V ac or dc, 50/60 Hz
5000 V
Voltmeter accuracy: ±3%, ±3 V
MIT1025: 500 V, 1000 V, 2500 V, 5000 V,
10000 V
Timer range: Up to 99 minutes, 15 second
minimum setting
User defined test voltage:
MIT515, MIT525 100 V to 1 kV in 10 V steps,
Memory capacity: 5½ hours continuous logging every 5 s.
1 kV to 5 kV in 25 V steps,
or 33 logged PI tests
or 350 logged IR tests
MIT1025 5 kV to 10 kV in 25 V steps
Test regimes:
Accuracy (23 °C):
MIT515 IR, IR(t), DAR, PI
MIT515, MIT525 ±5% to 1 TΩ, ±20% to 10 TΩ
MIT525, MIT1025 IR, IR(t), DAR, PI, SV, DD, ramp test
MIT1025 ±5% to 2 TΩ, ±20% to 20 TΩ
Interface: USB type B (device)
Guard : 2% error guarding 500 kΩ leakage
Real time output: USB, 1 reading/second (voltage,
with 100 MΩ load
current and resistance)
Display range analogue: 100 kΩ to 10 TΩ
ENVIROMENTAL CONDITIONS
Altitude: 3000 m, CAT rating maintained
Display range digital:
>2000 m*
MIT515, MIT525 10 kΩ to 10 TΩ
* Test leads connected
MIT1025 10 kΩ to 20 TΩ
Operating temperature -20 °C to 50 °C
Short circuit current: 3 mA nominal, max. power on all
Storage temperature: -25 °C to 65 °C
loads outperforming many 5 mA
testers
Humidity: 90% RH non-condensing at 40 °C
Insulation alarm: 10 kΩ to 1 TΩ
Ingress protection: IP65 (lid closed), IP40 (lid open)
Capacitor charge:
GENERAL SPECIFICATION
MIT515, MIT525 <3 s/μF at 3 mA to 5 kV
Safety: Meets the requirements of
IEC 61010-1, CATIV 600 V
MIT1025 <5 s/μF at 3 mA to 10 kV
EMC: Meets the requirements of
Capacitor discharge:
IEC61326-1
MIT515, MIT525 <250 ms/μF to discharge from
5000 V to 50 V
Dimensions: L 315 mm x W 285 mm x H 181 mm
Weight: 4.5 kg
MIT1025 <500 ms/μF to discharge from
10000 V to 50 V
MIT515, MIT525 and MIT1025
5 & 10 kV DC Insulation Resistance Testers
ORDERING INFORMATION
Item (Qty) Cat. No. Item (Qty) Cat. No.
MIT515-UK 1001-935 Optional Accessories
MIT515-US 1001-936 HV test lead sets
MIT515-EU 1001-937 3 m leadset x 3, medium insulated clips 1002-531
MIT515-AU 1001-938 10 m leadset x 3, medium insulated clips 1002-532
MIT525-UK 1001-939 15 m leadset x 3, medium insulated clips 1002-533
MIT525-US 1001-940 3 m leadset x 3, large insulated clips 1002-534
MIT525-EU 1001-941 10 m leadset x 3, large insulated clips 1002-535
MIT525-AU 1001-942 15 m leadset x 3, large insulated clips 1002-536
MIT1025-UK 1001-943 3 m leadset x 3, bare clips 8101-181
MIT1025-US 1001-944 8 m leadset x 3, bare clips 8101-182
MIT1025-EU 1001-945 15 m leadset x 3, bare clips 8101-183
MIT1025-AU 1001-946 Screened HV test lead sets
3 m, 5 kV screened un-insulated small clips 6220-835
Included Accessories 15 m, 5 kV screened un-insulated small clips 6311-080
User guide CD 3 m, 10 kV screened un-insulated small clips 6220-834
Power lead 10 m, 10 kV screened un-insulated small clips 6220-861
3 m leadset x 3, medium insulated clips 1002-531 15 m, 10 kV screened un-insulated small clips 6220-833
3 m leadset x 3, large insulated clips (MIT1025 only) 1002-534
Included Accessories (MIT525, MIT1025) Other
USB cable 25970-041 CB101, 5 kV Calibration Box 6311-077
PowerDB Lite software Calibration Certificate - CB101 1000-113
UKAS calibration Certificate CB101 1000-047
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