1730

Energy Logger

Users Manual

September 2013, Rev.1, 9/14

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begins on the date of shipment. Parts, product repairs, and services are warranted for 90 days. This warranty extends only to the original buyer or end-user
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warrant that software will be error free or operate without interruption.
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Table of Contents
Title

Page

Introduction ....................................................................................................................
How to Contact Fluke ....................................................................................................
Safety Information..........................................................................................................
Before You Start ............................................................................................................
Tilt Stand ...................................................................................................................
Hanger Accessory.....................................................................................................
Storage ..........................................................................................................................
Power Supply ................................................................................................................
How to Charge Battery ..................................................................................................
Accessories ...................................................................................................................
Voltage Test Leads ...................................................................................................
Thin-Flexi Current Probe ...........................................................................................
Kensington Lock .......................................................................................................
Navigation and User Interface .......................................................................................
Applying the Connector Panel Decal ........................................................................
Power ON/OFF .........................................................................................................
Mains Power Source ............................................................................................
Measurement Line Power Source ........................................................................
Power from Battery ..............................................................................................
Touch Screen............................................................................................................
Brightness Button .................................................................................................
Calibration ............................................................................................................
Basic Navigation .......................................................................................................

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Function Selection Buttons ............................................................................................
Meter .........................................................................................................................
Power ........................................................................................................................
Logger .......................................................................................................................
Memory/Settings Button ............................................................................................
Logging Sessions .................................................................................................
Screen Capture ....................................................................................................
Instrument Settings ..............................................................................................
Firmware Version .................................................................................................
Touch Screen Calibration .....................................................................................
Wi-Fi Configuration...............................................................................................
Copy Service Data to USB ...................................................................................
Reset to Factory Defaults .....................................................................................
Firmware Update ..................................................................................................
First-time Use/Setup Wizard ..........................................................................................
First Measurements .......................................................................................................
Maintenance ..................................................................................................................
How to Clean ............................................................................................................
Battery Replacement.................................................................................................
Calibration .................................................................................................................
Service and Parts ..........................................................................................................
Energy Analyze Software...............................................................................................
System Requirements ...............................................................................................
PC Connections ........................................................................................................
Wi-Fi Support ............................................................................................................
Wi-Fi Setup ..........................................................................................................
Remote Control ....................................................................................................
Wireless Access to PC Software ..........................................................................
Wiring Configurations.....................................................................................................
Specifications .................................................................................................................
General Specifications ..............................................................................................
Environmental Specifications ....................................................................................
Electrical Specifications .................................................................................................

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Symbols ................................................................................................................................
Accessories ..........................................................................................................................
Front Panel ...........................................................................................................................
Connector Panel ...................................................................................................................
Power/Battery Status ............................................................................................................
Replacement Parts ...............................................................................................................
VNC Clients ..........................................................................................................................

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Country-Specific Mains Cords ..............................................................................................

Hanger Accessory ................................................................................................................
Power Supply and Battery ....................................................................................................
R-Coil Operation Principle ....................................................................................................
Test Leads with Color Coding ...............................................................................................
Front Panel ...........................................................................................................................
Connector Panel ...................................................................................................................
Decal for Connector Panel ....................................................................................................
Replacement Parts ...............................................................................................................
Energy Logger to PC Connections .......................................................................................
Wi-Fi Connection ..................................................................................................................
iFlex Probe Window ..............................................................................................................
i40s-EL Setup .......................................................................................................................
Auiliary Input Cable Pin-Out ..................................................................................................

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Introduction
The 1730 Energy Logger (the Logger or Product) is a
compact device for energy surveys. With a built-in touch
screen and USB flash drive support, it is very easy to
configure, verify, and download measurement sessions
without the need of a computer at the measurement
location.
The Logger makes these measurements:

Basic Measurements: Voltage (V), Current (A),

Frequency (Hz), Phase rotation indication, 2 dc
channels (supports user-supplied external sensor for
other measurements such as temperature, humidity,
and air speed)

Power: Active Power (W), Apparent Power (VA),

Non-active Power, (var), Power Factor

Fundamental Power: Fundamental Active Power (W),

Fundamental Apparent Power (VA), Fundamental
Reactive Power (var), DPF (Cos)

Energy: Active Energy (Wh), Apparent Energy (VAh),

Non-active Energy (varh)

Demand: Demand (Wh), Maximum Demand (Wh),

Energy costs

Harmonic Distortion: Total Harmonic Distortion of

Voltage and Current

Fluke Energy Analyze software is included with the

Product for a thorough energy analysis and professional
report of the measurement results.

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How to Contact Fluke

Safety Information

To contact Fluke, use one of these telephone numbers:

A Warning identifies hazardous conditions and

procedures that are dangerous to the user. A Caution
identifies conditions and procedures that can cause
damage to the Product or the equipment under test.

USA: 1-800-760-4523
Canada: 1-800-36-FLUKE (1-800-363-5853)
Europe: +31 402-675-200
Japan: +81-3-6714-3114
Singapore: +65-6799-5566
Anywhere in the world: +1-425-446-5500
Or, visit Fluke's website at www.fluke.com.
To register your Product, visit http://register.fluke.com.
To view, print, or download the latest manual supplement,
visit http://us.fluke.com/usen/support/manuals.
Go to www.flukenation.com for more information about
real-world applications and software downloads.

Warning
To prevent possible electrical shock, fire, or
personal injury:

Read all safety information before you use

the Product.
Use the Product only as specified, or the
protection supplied by the Product can be
compromised.

Comply with local and national safety

codes. Use personal protective equipment
(approved rubber gloves, face protection,
and flame-resistant clothes) to prevent
shock and arc blast injury where
hazardous live conductors are exposed.

Examine the case before you use the

Product. Look for cracks or missing
plastic. Carefully look at the insulation
around the terminals.

Replace the mains power cord if the

insulation is damaged or if the insulation
shows signs of wear.

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Safety Information

Use Product-approved measurement

category (CAT), voltage, and amperage
rated accessories (probes, test leads, and
adapters) for all measurements.

Do not use test leads if they are damaged.

Examine the test leads for damaged
insulation and measure a known voltage.

Do not use the Product if it is damaged.

The battery door must be closed and
locked before you operate the Product.

Do not work alone.

Use this Product indoors only.

Do not use the Product around explosive

gas, vapor, or in damp or wet
environments.
Use only the external mains power supply
included with the Product.
Do not exceed the Measurement Category
(CAT) rating of the lowest rated individual
component of a Product, probe, or
accessory.
Keep fingers behind the finger guards on
the probes.
Do not use a current measurement as an
indication that a circuit is safe to touch. A
voltage measurement is necessary to know
if a circuit is hazardous.

Do not touch voltages >30 V ac rms,

42 V ac peak, or 60 V dc.
Do not apply more than the rated voltage,
between the terminals or between each
terminal and earth ground.
Measure a known voltage first to make
sure that the Product operates correctly.
De-energize the circuit or wear personal
protective equipment in compliance with
local requirements before you apply or
remove the flexible current probe.
Remove all probes, test leads, and
accessories before the battery door is
opened.

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Table 1 is a list of symbols used on the Product or in this
manual.
Table 1. Symbols
Symbol

Description

Symbol

Description

Risk of Danger. Important information. See

manual.

Conforms to relevant Australian EMC standards

Hazardous voltage

Conforms to relevant North American Safety

Standards

Conforms to relevant South Korean EMC

standards

Conforms to European Union directives

Battery

Double Insulation

CAT II

Measurement Category II is applicable to test and measuring circuits connected directly to utilization points (socket outlets
and similar points) of the low-voltage MAINS installation.

CAT III

Measurement Category III is applicable to test and measuring circuits connected to the distribution part of the buildings lowvoltage MAINS installation.

CAT IV

Measurement Category IV is applicable to test and measuring circuits connected at the source of the buildings low-voltage
MAINS installation.

This product contains a Lithium-ion battery. Do not mix with the solid waste stream. Spent batteries should be disposed of by
a qualified recycler or hazardous materials handler per local regulations. Contact your authorized Fluke Service Center for
recycling information.
This product complies with the WEEE Directive (2002/96/EC) marking requirements. The affixed label indicates that you
must not discard this electrical/electronic product in domestic household waste. Product Category: With reference to the
equipment types in the WEEE Directive Annex I, this product is classed as category 9 Monitoring and Control
Instrumentation product. Do not dispose of this product as unsorted municipal waste. Go to Fluke's website for recycling
information.

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Before You Start

Before You Start

Below is a list of the items included with your purchase.
Carefully unpack and inspect each of the items:

1730 Energy Logger

Power Supply

Voltage Test Lead, 3-phase + N

Dolphin Clip, Black

i1730-flex1500 Thin-Flexi Current Probe, 30.5 cm (12 in)

quantity 3

Color-coded Wire Clips

Power Cord (see Figure 1)

Set of 2 test leads with stackable plugs, 10 cm (3.9 in)

Set of 2 test leads with stackable plugs, 2 m (6.6 ft)

DC Power Cable

USB Cable A, Mini-USB

Soft Storage Bag/Case

North American/Japan

Universal Euro

United Kingdom

PN 1552342
PN 1552374

Australia/China

PN 1552339

PN 1552388

Brazil

PN 4322049

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Figure 1. Country-Specific Mains Cords

Input Connector Decal

The power cord and input connector decal are
country-specific and vary according to the order destination.
See Figure 1.

Documentation Info Pack (Quick Reference Card, Safety

Information, Battery Pack Safety Information, iFlex Probe
Safety Information)

4 GB USB Flash Drive (includes Users Manual and PC

application software, Fluke Energy Analyze)

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Tilt Stand
The power supply includes a tilt stand. When used, the tilt
stand positions the display at a good angle for use on a
tabletop surface. To use, attach the power supply to the
Logger and open the tilt stand.

Hanger Accessory
The optional hanger accessory shown in Figure 2 is used
to:

Hang the Logger with power supply attached (use two

magnets)

Hang the Logger separately (use two magnets)

Hang the power supply separately (use one magnet)

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Figure 2. Hanger Accessory

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Storage

Storage
When not in use, keep the Logger in the protective storage
bag/case. The bag/case has sufficient space for the
Logger and all the accessories.
If the Logger is stored for an extended period of time or is
not in use for a long time, you should charge the battery at
least once every six months.

The power cord/measurement line cover slides to select

the input source.
Warning
To prevent possible electrical shock, fire, or
personal injury, do not use the power supply if
the power cord/measurement line slide-cover
is missing.

Power Supply
The Logger includes a removable power supply, see
Figure 3. The power supply is either attached to the
Logger or used externally with a DC power cord. The
configuration with the externally connected power supply is
preferred in locations where the Logger with the power
supply attached is too big to fit in a cabinet between the
door and panel.
When the power supply is connected with the Logger and
connected to line power, it:

converts line power to dc power and is used directly by

the Logger

automatically turns on the Logger and continuously

powers the Logger from the external source (after
initial power on, the power button turns on and turns
off the Logger)

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Figure 3. Power Supply and Battery

recharges the battery

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How to Charge Battery

The Logger also operates on an internal rechargeable
Lithium-ion battery. After you unpack and inspect the
Logger, fully charge the battery before first use.
Afterwards, charge the battery when the battery icon on
the screen indicates that power is low. The battery
automatically charges when the Logger is connected to the
mains power. The Logger continues to charge when
turned off and connected to mains power.
Note
The battery charge is faster when the Logger is
turned off.
To charge the battery:

Caution
To prevent damage to the Product:

Do not leave batteries unused for extended

periods of time, either in the product or in
storage.

When a battery has not been used for six

months, check the charge status and
charge the battery as appropriate.

Clean battery packs and contacts with a clean,

dry cloth.

Battery packs must be charged before use.

After extended storage, it can be necessary to

charge and discharge a battery pack to obtain
maximum performance.

Dispose properly.

Note
Li-ion batteries keep a charge longer if stored
at room temperature.

1. Connect the mains cord to the ac input socket on the

power supply.
2. Fit the power supply to the Logger or use the dc power
cord to connect the power supply to the Logger.
3. Connect to mains power.

The clock resets when the battery is

completely discharged.

When the Logger shuts off because of low

battery, enough battery capacity is available to
back up the real-time clock for up to 2 months.

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Accessories

Accessories
Table 2 is a list of the accessories that are available and
sold separately for the Logger. The warranty on included
accessories is 1 year.
Table 2. Accessories
Description

Part Number

Description

Part Number

i1730-flex 1500 Thin-Flexi Current Probe (single)

4345324

3PHVL-1730, Voltage Test Lead 3-phase + N

4344712

i1730-flex1500/3PK
Set of three Thin-Flexi Current Probes
1500 A 30.5 cm (12 in)

4357406

i40s-EL Current Clamp, 40 A

4345270

i1730-flex 3000 Thin-Flexi Current Probe (single)

4345616

i40s-EL/3PK, Set of three Current Clamps, 40 A

4357438

i1730-flex3000/3PK
Set of three Thin-Flexi Current Probes
3000 A 61 cm (24 in)

4357414

Fluke-1730-Hanger Kit

4358028

i1730-flex 6000 Thin-Flexi Current Probe (single)

4345625

Lithium-ion Battery

4389436

i1730-flex6000/3PK
Set of three Thin-Flexi Current Probes
6000 A 90.5 cm (36 in)

4357423

Auxiliary Input Cable

4395217

Fluke-1730 Test Lead, 0.10 m

4344653

C1730, Soft Case

4345187

Fluke-1730 Test Lead, 2 m

4344675

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Voltage Test Leads

Voltage test leads are four-core, flat, test leads that do not
tangle and can be installed in tight spaces. On installations
where the access to Neutral is out of reach with the threephase test lead, use the black test lead to extend the
Neutral lead.

The R-coil has many advantages over other types of

current transformers:

It is not a closed loop. The second terminal is passed

back through the center of the toroid core (commonly a
plastic or rubber tube) and connected along the first
terminal. This allows the coil to be open-ended,
flexible, and able to be wrapped around a live
conductor without disturbing it.

It has an air core rather than an iron core. It has a low

inductance and can respond to fast-changing currents.

Because it has no iron core to saturate, it is highly

linear even when subjected to large currents, such as
those used in electric power transmission or pulsedpower applications.

For single phase measurements use the red and black test
leads.

Thin-Flexi Current Probe

The Thin-Flexi Current Probe works on the Rogowski coil
(R-coil) principle that is a toroid of wire used to measure
an alternating current through a wire encircled by the
toroid. See Figure 4.

A correctly formed R-coil, with equally spaced windings, is

largely immune to electromagnetic interference.

10 k

330 k

R1

10 nF

C1

Vout

R3
11

i(t)
Vin

UI:A

v(t)

1
3

LF347
4

GND

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Figure 4. R-Coil Operation Principle

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Accessories
Use the color clips for easy identification of the three
current clamps. Apply the clips that are appropriate for
your local wiring codes on both ends of the current clamp
cable. See Figure 5.

Kensington Lock
A Kensington Security Slot (also called a K-Slot or
Kensington lock) is part of a built-in anti-theft system. It is
a small, metal-reinforced, oval hole found on the right side
of the Logger (see item 6 in Table 3). It is used for
attaching a lock-and-cable apparatus. The lock is secured
in place with a key or combination lock attached to a
plastic-cover metal cable. The end of the cable has a small
loop that allows the cable to be looped around a
permanent object, such as a cabinet door, to secure it in
place. This lock is available from most electronics and
computer suppliers.

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Figure 5. Test Leads with Color Coding

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Navigation and User Interface

Table 3. Front Panel

See Figure 6 and Table 3 for a list of the front panel

controls and their functions. See Figure 7 and Table 4 for a
list of the connectors and their functions.

Item

Control

Description

Power on/off and status

Meter, Power, or Logger

function selection

Memory/Setup selection

Cursor control

Selection control

Kensington lock

Backlight on/off

Softkey selection

Touch screen display

6
1

7
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Figure 6. Front Panel

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Table 4. Connector Panel

Item

11

10

Description

Current measurement inputs (3 phases)

Voltage measurement inputs (3 phases + N)

Power Cord/Measurement Line Slide-Cover

Power Cord AC Input

100-240 V 50/60 Hz 15 VA

Measurement Line AC Input

100-500 V 50/60 Hz 50 VA

USB Connector

Mini-USB Connector

Extension Port

Aux 2 Connector

Aux 1 Connector

DC Power Input

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Figure 7. Connector Panel

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Applying the Connector Panel Decal

Self-adhesive decals are supplied with the Logger. The
decals correspond to the wiring color codes used in the
USA, Europe and UK, UK (old), Canada, and China. Apply
the decal appropriate for your local wiring codes around
the current and voltage inputs on the connector panel as
shown in Figure 8.

USA (4275029)

Canada (4280546)

Europe/UK (New STD 4280531)

UK (4280554)

China (4280568)

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Figure 8. Decal for Connector Panel

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Power ON/OFF
The Logger has several options for power: mains,
measurement line, and battery. The front panel LED
shows the status. See Table 5 for more information.

Mains Power Source

1. Attach the power supply to the Logger or use the dc
power cord to connect the power supply to the Logger.
2. Move the slide-cover on the power supply to access
the mains socket and connect the power cord into the
Logger.
The Logger automatically turns on and is ready to use
in <30 seconds.
3. Push to turn on and turn off the Logger.

Measurement Line Power Source

1. Attach the Power Supply to the Logger or use the dc
power cord to connect the Power Supply with the
Logger.

For 3-phase delta systems connect the safety sockets

of the power supply with the input sockets A/L1 and
B/L2.
Use the short test leads for all applications where the
measured voltage does not exceed the rated input
voltage of the power supply.
3. Connect the voltage inputs to the test points.
The Logger automatically turns on and is ready to use
in <30 seconds.
Caution

To prevent damage to the product, make sure

the measured voltage does not exceed the
input rating of the power supply.
Warning
To prevent injury, do not touch the metal parts
of one test lead when the other is still
connected to hazardous voltage.

2. Move the slide-cover on the power supply to access

the safety sockets and connect these sockets with the
voltage input sockets A/L1 and N.

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Power from Battery

The Logger can operate on battery power without a
connection to the power supply or dc power cord. Push .
The Logger turns on and is ready to use in <30 seconds.
The battery symbol in the status bar and the power LED
indicate the battery status.
Table 5. Power/Battery Status
Logger On

Power
Source

Battery
Symbol

Logger OFF
Estimated Runtime for LCD
Hours:Minutes

Power LED
Off

Brightness
low

Brightness
high

Mains

green

NA

Battery

yellow

5:30

4:50

3:45

Battery

yellow

Battery

yellow

Battery

yellow

Battery

red

0:18

0:16

0:12

Logger Status
not logging

steady

logging

flashing

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Power Source

Battery Status

Power LED Color

Mains

Charging

Blue

Mains

off

OFF

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Touch Screen

Calibration

The touch screen enables you to interact directly with what

is on the display. To change parameters, touch a target on
the display with a finger. Touch targets are easy to
recognize, such as large buttons, items in menus, or keys
of the virtual keyboard. The Product can be operated with
insulating gloves on (resistive touch).

The touch screen is pre-calibrated in the factory. If you

notice that the targets do not align with your touch on the
display, you can calibrate the display. Calibration of the
touch screen is available in the menu. See page 36
for more information about the touch screen calibration.

Brightness Button

When an option menu shows on the display, you can use

to move within the menu.

The touch screen has a backlight for work in dimly lit

spaces. See Table 3 for the location of the Brightness ()
button. Push to adjust the brightness in two levels and
to turn on and turn off the display.
The brightness is set to 100 % when the Logger is
powered from mains. When powered from battery, the
default brightness is set to the power-save level of 30 %.
Push to toggle between the two brightness levels.
Push and hold for 3 seconds to turn off the display.
Push to turn on the display.

Basic Navigation

The button has a dual use. In the Configuration and

Setup screens, push to confirm the selection. In all
screens, push for 2 seconds to take a screen shot. A
beep and the camera symbol on the display confirm the
action. See Screen Capture for more information about
how to review, manage, and copy the screen shots.
Along the bottom of the display, a row of labels shows the
available functions. Push or
below the display label to start that function. These labels
also work as touch targets.

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Function Selection Buttons

The Logger has three buttons that toggle between the
Meter, Power, and Logger function modes. The current
mode shows in the upper left corner of the display:

Meter
The Meter mode is for measurement values of each
phase (A/L1, B/L2, C/L3) as:
Voltage (V)
Current (A)
Frequency (Hz)
THD of Voltage and Current (%)
AUX Input
You can determine the values or display a trend chart of
the last 7 minutes. In the chart:
1. Use or the cursor keys to show the list of
available parameters.
2. Push (Reset) to clear the graph and restart.
It is also possible to log the values with the logger function.

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THD of Voltage and Current show the harmonics and

interharmonics as a percentage of the fundamental.
THD Voltage includes a traffic light indicator:
green: <2 %
yellow: 2 % to 8 %
red: >8 %
Note
A Voltage THD of >8 % exceeds the limits of
Power Quality standards. A detailed analysis of
the harmonics with a power quality analyzer is
recommended when the THD shows a yellow or
red indicator.
Measurement Configuration
Use the Change Configuration touch button to access
the measurement configuration screen. The configuration
screen allows you to change the parameters for:
Study type
Topology
Nominal voltage (for load studies only)
Current range
Scale factors for external PTs or CTs
Auxiliary input configuration

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Function Selection Buttons

Study Type

Single Phase

Depending on the application, select either Load Study or

Energy Study.

Example: Branch circuit at an outlet.

A/L1

Energy Study: Select this study type when power and

energy values including active power (W) and PF are
required.

Load Study: For convenience, some applications

require you to measure only the current that makes the
connection to the point to measure.
Typical applications are:
-

Verify the circuit capacity before adding additional

load.
Identify situations where the allowable load can be
exceeded.

Optionally, a nominal voltage can be configured to get

pseudo-apparent power readings.

hcf040.eps

Energy Study
A/L1

Topology (Distribution System)

Select the appropriate system. A connection diagram for
the voltage test leads and current sensors is shown on the
Logger.
A diagram is also available with (Connection
diagram) from the Change Configuration menu.
Examples of these diagrams are shown on the following
pages.

hcf041.eps

Load Study (no voltage measurement)

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Single Phase IT

Split Phase

The logger has a galvanic isolation between the voltage

inputs and ground based signals like USB and mains
input.

Example: A North American residential installation at the

service entrance.
A/L1

Example: Used in Norway and in some hospitals. This

would be the connection at a branch circuit.

A/L1

B/L2

A/L1

hcf043.eps

Energy Study
hcf042.eps

Energy Study

A/L1

N
A/L1

B/L2

A/L1

hcf044.eps

Load Study (no voltage measurement)

hcf042-2.eps

Load Study (no voltage measurement)

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3- Wye

3- Wye IT

Example: Also called Star or four-wire connection.

Typical commercial building power.

The logger has a galvanic isolation between the voltage

inputs and ground based signals like USB and mains
input.

A/L1

Example: Industrial power in countries that use the IT

(Isolated Terra) system, such as Norway.

N
B/L2

A/L1

C/L3

N
B/L2
C/L3

hcf045.eps

Energy Study
A/L1

hcf047.eps

Energy Study

N
B/L2

A/L1

C/L3

N
B/L2
C/L3

hcf046.eps

Load Study (no voltage measurement)

hcf048.eps

Load Study (no voltage measurement)

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3- Wye Balanced

3- Delta

Example: For symmetrical loads like motors the

connection can be simplified by measuring only one phase
and assuming the same voltages/currents on the other
phases.

Example: Often found in industrial settings where electric

motors are used.
A/L1

A/L1
B/L2

C/L3
B/L2
C/L3

hcf051.eps

Energy Study
hcf049.eps

Energy Study

A/L1

A/L1
B/L2

C/L3
B/L2
C/L3

hcf052.eps

Load Study (no voltage measurement)

hcf050.eps

Load Study (no voltage measurement)

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2 Element Delta (Aron/Blondel)

3- Delta Open Leg

Example: Blondel or Aron connection, simplifies the

connection by the use of only two current sensors.

Example: A variant of power transformer winding type.

A/L1

A/L1

B/L2

B/L2

C/L3

C/L3

hcf053.eps
hcf055.eps

Energy Study

Energy Study
A/L1

A/L1

B/L2

B/L2
C/L3

C/L3

hcf054.eps
hcf056.eps

Load Study (no voltage measurement)

Note
Make sure that the current arrow on the sensor is
directed towards the load to provide positive power
values. The current sensor direction can be corrected
digitally in the Connection Verification screen.

Load Study (no voltage measurement)

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3- High Leg Delta

3- Delta Balanced

Example: For 120 V single phase feed by tapping across

part of a leg in a delta power system.

Example: For symmetrical loads like motors, the

connection is simplified with only one phase measurement
and assuming the same voltages/currents on the other
phases.

A/L1

A/L1

B/L2
C/L3

B/L2

C/L3

hcf061.eps

Energy Study
hcf063.eps

A/L1

Energy Study
A/L1

B/L2
C/L3

B/L2

C/L3

hcf062.eps

Load Study (no voltage measurement)

Note
The Logger provides the data of the 3- Delta
system. For details of the tapped leg, configure the
topology Split Phase instead.

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hcf064.eps

Load Study (no voltage measurement)

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Nominal Voltage: Load Studies Only

Voltage Ratio (only in energy studies)

Select a nominal voltage from the list. If a voltage is not

shown in the list, a custom voltage can be entered. Set the
nominal voltage to off if the apparent power readings are
not required.

Configure a ratio factor for the voltage inputs when a

potential transformer (PT) is in series with the voltage
connections such as when you want to monitor a mediumvoltage network. The default value is 1:1.

Current Range

Current Ratio

Configure the current range of the attached sensor. Three

ranges are available:

Configure a ratio factor for the current sensors when a

current transducer (CT) is used to measure the much
higher level on the primary side at a substation or stepdown transformer that has a built-in metering current
transformer.

Auto

Low Range

High Range

When set to Auto, the current range is set automatically

and depends on the measured current.
Low Range is 1/10 of the nominal range of the attached
current sensor. For example, the low range of an
iFlex1500-12 is 150 A.
High Range is the nominal range of the attached current
sensor. For example, 1500 A is the nominal range on an
iFlex 1500-12.
Note
Set the current range to Auto when you are not
sure about the maximum current during the
logging session. A specific application can require
you to set the current range to a fixed range rather
than Auto. This can occur because the Auto range
is not gap-less and may lose too much information
in the case of a highly fluctuating current.

The current ratio also can be used to increase the

sensitivity of flexible current sensor: Wrap the iFlex sensor
around the primary conductor e.g. 2-times and enter a
ratio factor of 1:2 to get correct readings.
The default value is 1:1.

Auxiliary Input 1/2

Configure the Auxiliary input to show the readings for the
attached sensor. In addition to the default setting of 10 V,
up to five custom sensors can be configured and selected
for the Auxiliary input channels.
To configure custom sensors:
1. Select one of the five custom sensors.
2. When the sensor has not been configured, push
(Edit) to access the configuration screen.
3. Configure name, sensor type, unit, gain and offset.
Confirm the settings with (Back).

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4. Select the sensor for the Auxiliary input with .
The configuration includes name, sensor type, unit, gain
and offset:

Change the Name from Custom1...5 to any clear

identification of the sensor with up to 16 characters.

Select the Sensor Type from a list that includes 0-1 V,

0-10 V, 4-20 mA, and other.
Use the 0-1 V and 0-10 V settings for sensors with a
voltage output directly connected to the Aux input. The
commonly used sensors that provide an output current
of 4-20 mA can be used. In this case, an external
resistor parallel to the Aux input (+) and Aux input (-) is
required. A resistor value of 50 is recommended.
Resistor values >500 are not supported. The
resistor value is entered in the sensor configuration
dialog and is a convenient method for configuration of
the sensor measurement range.

Use up to eight characters to configure the

measurement Unit of the parameter.

Configure the gain and offset in two ways. For sensor

types 0-1 V, 0-10 V, and 4-20 mA, the Gain and
Offset are automatically calculated with the
measurement range of the sensor. In the Minimum
field, enter the measurement value that the sensor
supplies on the output, 0 V for 0-1 V and 0-10 V
sensors or 4 mA for 4-20 mA sensors. In the
Maximum field, enter the measurement value when
the sensor supplies 1 V for 1 V sensors, 10 V for 10 V
sensors, or 20 mA for 20 mA sensors.

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For all other sensors types, use Other. For this sensor
type use a gain and offset.
Example 1:
Temperature sensor ABC123
Measurement range: -30C to 70C
Output: 0-10 V
The configuration for this sensor looks like this:
- Name: Change the name from Custom1 to
ABC123 (C)
- Sensor Type: Select 0-10 V
- Unit: Change Unit1 to C
- Minimum: Enter -30
- Maximum: Enter 70
Example 2:
Fluke 80TK Thermocouple Module
Output: 0.1 V/C, 0.1 V/F
Settings in sensor configuration:
- Sensor type: Other
- Unit: C (or F)
- Gain: 1000 C/V
- Offset: 0C
Connection Verification and Correction
Once the measurement is configured and the voltage and
current inputs are connected to the system under test, use
the Verify Connection touch button to confirm the
connection.

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The verification detects:

Too low signal

Phase rotation for voltage and current

Inverted current probes

Wrong phase map

In the connection verification screen:

1. Push to toggle between generator and motor
mode.
Usually the current flow direction is toward the load.
Use Motor Mode for these applications. Use the
Generator Mode when the current sensors are
connected intentionally to the generator (for example,
during the time energy goes into the grid from
regenerative braking system of an elevator or on-site
wind turbines).
The current flow arrow indicates the correct flow: a
normal condition is shown in Motor Mode with a black
arrow pointing upwards, in Generator Mode the black
arrow points downwards. If the arrow is shown in red,
the current flow direction is inverted.
2. Push (Correct Digitally) to access the
connection correction screen. This screen allows you
to virtually swap phases and invert the current inputs
instead of a manual correction.
3. If the Logger is able to determine a better phase map
or polarity, push (Auto Correct) to apply the new
settings.

Auto Correct is not available if the algorithm is not able

to detect a better phase map or when no errors are
detected.
Note
It is impossible to detect all incorrect hook-ups
automatically. You must verify the suggested
modifications carefully before you apply the digital
correction. Applications with single-phase energy
generation can deliver the wrong results when you
apply the Auto Correct feature.
The algorithm works in a way that creates in three phase
systems a sequence with a clockwise phase rotation.

Power
In the Power mode you can get the values and a
live trend chart for each phase (A, B, C or L1, L2, L3) and
total as:

Active Power (P) in W

Apparent Power (S) in VA

Non-active Power (D) in var

Power Factor (PF)

Use (Fundamental/RMS) to toggle between full
bandwidth power values and power of the fundamental.
In the fundamental power screen you see these values:

Fundamental Active Power (Pfund+) in W

Fundamental Apparent Power (Sfund) in VA

Fundamental Reactive Power (Qfund) in var

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Push (Show Menu) to open a list of simplified Power
screens that show all phases and total of one parameter,
all parameters of one phase, or total.
The menu also provides the access to live values of
Energy as:

Active Energy (Ep) Wh

Reactive Energy (EQr) in varh

Apparent Energy (Es) in VAh

To display a trend chart of the last 7 minutes of Power

values:
1. Push (Live-Trend).
2. Use or the cursor keys to show the list of
available parameters.
3. Push (Reset) to clear the graph and restart.
Note
In the user interface, the term Fundamental is
sometimes shortened to Fund. or h01.

Logger
In Logger mode, you can:

Configure a new logging session

Review the data of an ongoing logging session in

memory

Review the data of a completed logging session (as

long as no new session has been started)

Push and then (Logging Sessions) to review a

logging session.
Logging Session Setup
When no logging session is active, push to display the
Setup Summary screen for logging. This screen lists all
logging parameters such as:

Session name

Duration and optional recording date and time for

start/stop

Interval of the average calculation

Demand interval (not available for load studies)

Energy costs (not available for load studies)

Description
Go to Meter > Change Configuration to select between
Load Study and Energy Study. This Configuration screen
also contains the measurement configuration parameters
such as Topology, current range, voltage, and current
ratios. See page 18 for more information about
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parameters, push the Start Logging touch target to start
recording.
If you want to modify the parameters, push the Edit Setup
touch target. The settings are kept also during a power
cycle. This allows configuring the logging session in the
office and it is more convenient to avoid the time
consuming task in the field.
Name
The Logger auto-generates a file name with the format
ES.xxx or LS.xxx.

Duration and Recording Start/Stop Date and Time

You can set the duration of the measurement from a list.
No end configures the maximum possible duration based
on the available memory.
For a duration not shown in the list, select Custom to
enter the duration in number of hours or days.
The logging session stops automatically when the time
duration has elapsed. Also, you can manually stop the
logging session at any time.

xxx ... incremental file number

A logging session starts to record immediately when you

push the Start Logging touch target. You can configure a
scheduled recording. It is either configured by the duration
and the start date and time or by the start date and time
and stop date and time.

The counter resets when the Logger is set to factory

defaults. See page 36 for details. You can also choose a
custom file name with up to 31 characters.

This is a convenient method for how to set up the Logger

to measure a full week profile starting on Monday 0:00 and
ending on Sunday 24:00.

ES ... Energy Study

LS ... Load Study

Note
Even when a start date and time has been
configured, you must push the Start Logging
button.
Options to configure the logging session:

Duration and manual start

Duration and set start date/time

Set start date/time and set end date/time

A memory gauge shows the memory used by recorded

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required for the new session is shown in green. When the
new logging session will not fit in the available memory,
the gauge turns from green to red. If you confirm the
selection, the Logger will adjust the averaging interval
accordingly.
Interval of the average calculation
Select the time interval when a new average value is
added to the logging session. The available intervals are:
1 s, 5 s, 10 s, 30 s, 1 min, 5 min, 10 min, 15 min, 30 min.
A shorter interval provides more details at the cost of
higher memory consumption.
Examples of when a short interval is useful:

Identify duty cycle of frequently switching loads

Energy cost calculation of production steps

The Logger recommends an interval based on the duration

to get the best balance between resolution and data size.
A memory gauge shows the memory used by recorded
sessions and stored screenshots in black. The memory
required for the new session is shown in green. In the case
where the new logging session will not fit in the available
memory, the gauge turns from green to red. It is still
possible to confirm the selection but the Logger will adjust
the duration accordingly.

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Demand Interval
Electrical suppliers use this interval to measure the
customer demand. Select an interval to get energy costs
and the maximum demand value (average power
measured over a demand interval).
A value of 15 minutes is normal. If you don't know the
average interval, select 5 minutes. You can recalculate
other interval lengths offline using the Energy Analyze
software.
Note
This value is not available for load studies.
Energy costs
Enter the costs/kWh for demand energy. The energy costs
are applied to forward energy (positive energy) using the
demand interval and can be reviewed in the Logger detail
screen Energy - Demand.
Energy costs can be entered using a resolution of 0.001.
The currency unit is changed in Instrument Settings. See
page 35 for more information.
Note
This value is not available for load studies.

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Description
Enter more details about the measurement, such as
customer, location, and load-rating plate data with the
virtual keyboard. This description field is limited to 127
characters.
After you download a logging session with Energy Analyze
software, use more advanced inputs to support line breaks
and an unlimited number of characters.

Logging Session Review

When a logging session is started, or when you review a
completed session, the Logging home screen is shown.
During active recording, this screen can be accessed
when you push .
The Logger home screen shows the progress of an active
recording. The screen shows the overview chart with
active power and PF for energy studies and currents for
load studies. Total energy is available also in energy
studies.
The screen updates with each new average calculation
interval at a maximum of every 5 seconds.
From the Logger home screen you have access to:

V, A, Hz, + (A, Hz, + for load studies)

Power

Energy

Details

In the "V, A, Hz, +", "Power" and "Energy" screens, use

(Show Menu) or the cursor keys to see a list of
available parameters. Use to select a parameter and
confirm the selection with .
Tables update with each new average calculation interval
at a maximum of every 5 seconds. Push (Refresh)
to update charts on request.

V, A, Hz, + (Load studies: A, Hz, +)

You can determine the average value measured over the
logging duration as well as minimum/maximum values with
high resolution.
Parameter

Min

Max

Resolution

Full cycle (typ. 20 ms @ 50 Hz,

Half cycle (typ. 10 ms @ 50 Hz,

Hz

200 ms

AUX

200 ms

THD-V/THD-A

16.7 ms @ 60 Hz)
8.3 ms @ 60 Hz)

200 ms
Note
+ available with the Logger and the PC software
0 available with the PC software

The algorithm to calculate Voltage min/max values is in

accordance to established power quality standards to
detect dips, swells, and interruptions.
Watch for values exceeding 15 % of the nominal voltage.
This is an indicator of power quality problems.

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High maximum values on Currents can be an indicator for
tripping circuit breakers.

Use (Reverse Power/Forward Power) to toggle

between Top-3 forward and Top-3 reverse values.

Push (Graph) to display the measured values in a

chart. The table on the right side of the screen shows the
highest and lowest value of the graph measured with the
average calculation interval. Triangular indicators point to
the measurement value.

Push (Graph) to display the measured values in a

chart. The table on the right side of the screen shows the
highest and lowest value of the graph measured with the
average calculation interval. Triangular indicators point to
the measurement value.

Power

Energy

Note
Not available on load studies without a nominal
voltage.
Review the power values in tabular format and as a time
chart. Depending on the power parameter or the average
value measured over the logging duration, additional
values are available:

Note
Not available on load studies without a nominal
voltage.
Determine the energy consumed/delivered since the
logging session has been started.

Parameter
Active Power (W)
Apparent Power (VA)
Non-active Power (var)
Power Factor
Active Power fund. (W)
Apparent Power fund. (VA)
Reactive Power (var)
Displacement Power Factor/cos

Min/
Max
+
+

Top 3
+
+
+
-

Top 3
Forward/
Reverse
+/+
+/+
+/+
-

For all power values, except PF and DPF, the three

highest values during the logging session are available.

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Forward/Reverse
Energy

Total
Energy

Active Energy (Wh)

+/+

Apparent Energy (VAh)

-/-

Reactive Energy (varh)

-/-

Parameter

The Demand screen shows the values for:

Consumed energy (= forward energy) in Wh

Maximum Demand in W. Maximum demand is the

highest active power measured over the demand
interval and is often part of the contract with the
electricity supplier.

Energy cost. The currency can be configured in

instrument settings. See page 35 for more information.

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Details
The details screen provides an overview of the logging
setup. During an active session or when reviewing an
already completed session, the description and the
cost/kWh can be modified with the Edit Setup touch
target.
Push View Configuration to review the measurement
configuration for the logging session.

Memory/Settings Button
In this menu you can:

2. Push (Delete) to remove the selected logging

session. Push to remove all logging sessions.
Note
An active logging session cannot be deleted. Stop
the logging session before you delete.
3. Push (Save to USB) to copy the selected
logging session to an attached USB flash drive. The
session is stored on the USB flash drive in the folder:
\Fluke1730\<serial number>\sessions

Screen Capture

Review and erase the data from completed logging

sessions

In this screen you can review, erase, and copy saved

screens to a USB flash drive.

Review and erase screen captures

1. Push .

Copy measurement data and screen captures to the

USB flash drive

Make adjustments to the instrument settings

Logging Sessions
The list of stored logging sessions is available with
(Logging Sessions). Push to move the screen
highlight to the logging session of interest. Additional
information such as start and end time, duration, logging
description, and file size are shown.
1. Push to review the logging session. See View
Logging Sessions for more details.

2. Push (Screen Capture) to show the list of all

screens. See Basic Navigation for information about
how to capture screens.
3. Push to move the screen highlight to a screen of
interest. A thumbnail image of the screen is shown for
easy identification.
4. Use (Delete) to delete the selected screen.
Push to delete all screens.
5. Push or (Save All to USB) to copy all screens to
an attached USB flash drive.

Note
It is not possible to review a completed logging
session when another session is active.

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Instrument Settings

Phase Color/Phase Labels

The Logger has settings for language, date and time,

phase information, currency, firmware version and update,
Wi-Fi configuration, and touch screen calibration.

The phase colors are configurable to match with the

connector panel decal. Five schemes are available:
A/L1

B/L2

C/L3

US

black

red

blue

white

Canada

red

black

blue

white

EU

brown

black

grey

blue

UK (old)

red

yellow

blue

black

China

yellow

green

red

blue

To change the settings:

1. Push .
2. Push (Instrument Settings).

Language
The user interface of the Logger is available in Czech,
Chinese, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese,
Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, and
Turkish.

To change the phase color/phase labels:

To change the display language:

1. Push .

1. Push .

2. Push (Instrument Settings).

2. Push (Instrument Settings).

3. Push to highlight Phases and push or touch

Phases target.

3. Push to move the screen highlight to language

field and push or touch the Language target.
4. Push to move through the language list.

4. Select one of the available schemes.

5. Push to activate the new language.

5. Push to toggle the phase label between A-B-C

and L1-L2-L3.

The language immediately updates on the screen.

6. Push to confirm the selection.

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Date/Time Zone

4. Select one of the available date formats.

The logger stores the measurement data in universal time

coordinate (UTC) to ensure continuity in time and accounts
for time changes due to daylight saving time (DST).

5. Push to toggle between a 12 hour or 24 hour

format. A preview of the configured date format shows
on the display.

To display the time stamps of the measurement data

correctly, it is required to set the time zone. The Logger
adjusts automatically to DST. For example, a 1-week
measurement started on 2-Nov-2013 8:00 am ends on
9-Nov-2013 08:00 am even though the clock was set back
on 3-Nov-2013 from 02:00 to 01:00.

6. Push to confirm the selection.

To set the time zone:

1. Push .
2. Push (Instrument Settings).
3. Push to highlight Time Zone and push or
touch Time Zone target.
4. Select the regions/continents.
5.

Push .

6. Continue to select the country/city/time zone until the

time zone configuration is done and the Instrument
Settings menu shows.
To set the date format:

To change the time:

1. Push .
2. Push (Instrument Settings).
3. Push to highlight the Time target and push or
touch the Time target.
4. Use the + and touch targets for each field.
5. Push to confirm the change and exit the screen.

Currency
The currency symbol used for energy cost values is
configurable.
To set the currency:
1. Push .
2. Push (Instrument Settings).

1. Push .

3. Push to highlight the Currency target and push

or touch the Currency target.

2. Push (Instrument Settings).

4. Select one of the currency symbols and push .

3. Push to highlight the Date Format target and

push or touch the Date Format target.

5. If a currency is not in the list, select Custom and push

or touch Edit Custom target.

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6. Enter a three-letter currency code with the keyboard
and accept with .
7. Push to confirm the selection.

Firmware Version
To find the firmware version installed on your Logger:
1. Push .
2. Push (Instrument Settings).
3. Push (Tools).
4. Push to select Firmware version and push
or touch the Firmware version target.
5. Push to exit the screen.

Touch Screen Calibration

The touch screen has been calibrated at the factory before
shipment. In case you do experience misalignment with
the touch targets, use the touch screen calibration feature.
To calibrate:
1. Push .
2. Push (Instrument Settings).
3. Push (Tools).
4. Push to highlight Touch Screen Calibration and
push or touch the Touch Screen Calibration
target.
5. Touch the five cross hair targets as exactly as
possible.

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Wi-Fi Configuration
To configure the first-time Wi-Fi connection of a
PC/smartphone/tablet to the Logger, setup the Wi-Fi
details in the Tools screen.
To view the Wi-Fi setup parameters:
1. Push .
2. Push (Instrument Settings).
3. Push (Tools).
4. Push to highlight the Wi-Fi configuration target
and push or touch the Wi-Fi configuration target
to view the Wi-Fi connection details.
Note
This feature is only available when a supported
USB Wi-Fi dongle is attached to the Logger.

Copy Service Data to USB

If requested for customer support, use this function to copy
all measurement files in raw format and system
information to a USB flash drive.
To copy the service data:
1. Attach a USB flash drive with sufficient available
memory (depending on the file size of stored logging
sessions max. 180 MByte)
2. Push .
3. Push (Instrument Settings).
4. Push (Tools).

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5. Push to highlight the Copy service data to USB
target and push or touch Copy service data to
USB target to start the copy process.

Reset to Factory Defaults

The reset function deletes all user data, such as logging
sessions and screen captures, and sets the instrument
settings to default values. It also enables the first-time use
wizard the next time the instrument boots.
To reset:
1. Push .

Firmware Update
To update:
1. Take a USB flash drive with at least 40 MB of free
space available and create a folder called "Fluke1730"
(no spaces in file name).
Note
Make sure the USB is formatted with FAT or
FAT32 file system.
In Windows USB flash drives 32GB can be formatted
with FAT/FAT32 only by using 3rd party tools.

2. Push (Instrument Settings).

2. Copy the firmware file (*.bin) into this folder.

3. Push (Tools).

3. Make sure the Logger is powered from mains and

operating.

4. Push to highlight Reset to Factory Defaults and

push or touch Reset to Factory Defaults target.
A display message will prompt you to continue or cancel
the reset.
The Logger is reset to factory defaults also when you
simultaneously push and hold the buttons , , and
while the Logger starts.

4. Plug the flash drive into the Logger. The USB Transfer
screen pops up and offers the firmware update.
5. Push to select the firmware update and push .
6. Follow the instructions. When the firmware update is
complete the Logger reboots automatically.
Note
A firmware update deletes all user data such as
measurement data and screen captures.
This firmware update works only when the firmware
version on the USB flash drive is newer than the installed
version.

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To install the same version or an older version:

3. Pick the language (see page 34).

1. Push .

4. Push (Next) or to navigate to the next page.

2. Push (Instrument Settings).

5. Push (Cancel) to close the setup wizard. If you

cancel, the setup wizard starts again on next startup of
the logger.

3. Push (Tools).
4. Push to select Firmware Update and push or
touch the Firmware Update target.
Note
If more than one firmware file (*.bin) is located in
the \Fluke1730 folder, the newest version is used
for the update.

First-time Use/Setup Wizard

To start the Logger:
1. Attach the power supply to the Logger or use the DC
power cord to connect the Power Supply with the
Logger.
2. Connect the power cord into the power supply.
The Logger starts up in <30 seconds and the Setup
Wizard starts.

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6. Pick the work standards for your region. This action

selects the color codes and the phase descriptor (A, B,
C or L1, L2, L3).
This is the best time to apply the correlating decal on
the connector panel. The decal helps you to quickly
identify the appropriate voltage test lead and current
probe for the different phases and neutral.
7. Attach the color clips to the current probe cables.
8. Pick your time zone and date format. Confirm that the
correct date and time are shown on-screen.
9. Pick the currency sign or currency code.

Energy Logger
First Measurements
The Logger is now ready for the first measurements or
energy study.
Note
Be aware that for power measurements in 3-phase
systems:

Total Active Power (W) is the sum of the

individual phases

Total Apparent Power (VA) also includes the

neutral current that can result in a very
different result than the sum of the three
phases. This is especially noticeable when a
signal is connected to all three phases (for
example, a calibrator) the total value is
approximately 41% higher than the sum of
each phase.

Total Fundamental Power (W) only delivers

the sum of each phase when the phase
rotation is clockwise. It is zero when the phase
rotation is counter-clockwise.
For more information, see the white paper,
Measurement Theory Formulas, at www.fluke.com
for a list of formulas.

First Measurements
At the energy study site, look at the information in the
panel and the rating plates on the machines. Based on
knowledge of the electrical supply in the facility, determine
the configuration.

To start measurements:
1. Connect the Logger to mains power.
Note
See page 15 if you want to power the Logger from
the measurement line.
The Logger starts and shows the Meter screen with
Volts, Amps and Hz readings.
2. Push Change Configuration. Confirm the study type
and the wiring configuration is correct. For most
applications the current range is set to Auto and the
voltage and current ranges are 1:1. Configure the gain,
offset, and engineering unit of measurement for the
sensors attached to the Auxiliary inputs.
3. Push Configuration Diagram for guidance on the
voltage test lead and current probe connections.
4. Plug the voltage test leads into the Logger.
5. Use the Thin-Flexi current probes and plug the phase
A current probe into the phase A/L1 input jack on the
logger, the phase B/L2 current probe into the phase
B/L2 input jack on the logger, and the phase C/L3
current probe into the phase C/L3 input jack on the
logger.
6. Apply the iFlex Probes to the wires in the electrical
panel. Make sure the arrow on the probe points to the
load.
7. Connect the voltage test leads to neutral, phase A/L1,
phase B/L2, and phase C/L3.

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8. With all of the connections done, check that the
voltages for phases A/L1, B/L2, and C/L3 are as
expected.

logging session is completed it is accessible in

Memory/Settings - Logging Sessions.

9. Read the current measurements for phases A/L1,

B/L2, and C/L3.

17. Review the logged data using the softkeys V, A, Hz, +,

Power, and Energy. See page 31 for more
information.

10. Push Verify Connection to check and correct the

phase rotation, phase mapping, and polarity of current
probes.

18. To transfer and analyze the data using the PC

software, attach the USB flash drive to the Logger and
copy the logging session and screenshot.

Most installations use a clockwise rotation.

11. Push Live-Trend to display a chart of the last
7 minutes.
12. Push to determine the power values, especially
active power and power factor.
13. Push Live-Trend to display a chart of the last
7 minutes.
14. Push for 3 seconds to take a snapshot of the
measurements.
15. Push and change the default configuration with
Edit Setup.
Typical setup:
- 1 week duration
- 1 minute for average calculation interval
- 15 minutes for demand interval
16. Push Start Logging.
You can review the live data with or . Return
to the active logging session with . Once the

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Note
You can also use the USB cable or the USB Wi-Fi
dongle to transfer the measurement data.
To analyze the data using the PC software:
1. Attach the USB flash drive to a PC with Energy
Analyze installed.
2. In the software, click Download and copy the logging
session and screenshot from the USB flash drive.
3. Open the downloaded session and view the measured
data.
4. Go to the Project Manager tab and click Add Image to
add the screenshot.
For more information about how to use the Energy
Analyze, see the online help for the software.

Energy Logger
Maintenance

Maintenance

Battery Replacement

If the Logger is used appropriately it does not require

special maintenance or repair. Maintenance work may be
executed only by trained and qualified personnel. This
work may only be done at a company related service
center within the guarantee period. See www.fluke.com for
locations and contact information of Fluke Service Centers
worldwide.

The Logger has an internal rechargeable Lithium-ion

battery.

Warning
To prevent possible electrical shock, fire, or
personal injury:

Do not operate the Product with covers

removed or the case open. Hazardous
voltage exposure is possible.

Remove the input signals before you clean

the Product.

Use only specified replacement parts.

Have an approved technician repair the

Product.

To replace the battery:

1. Remove the Power Supply.
2. Unscrew the four screws and remove the battery door.
3. Replace the battery.
4. Fasten the battery door.
Caution

To prevent damage to the Product, use only

original Fluke batteries.

Calibration
As an additional service we offer the regular examination
and calibration of your Logger. The recommended
calibration cycle is 2 years.
More information about how to contact Fluke is on page 2.

How to Clean
Caution

To avoid damage, do not use abrasives or

solvents on this instrument.
If the Logger is dirty, wipe it off carefully with a damp cloth
(without cleaning agents). Mild soap may be used.

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Service and Parts

Replacement parts and accessories are listed in Table 6
and shown in Figure 9. To order parts and accessories,
see How to Contact Fluke.
Table 6. Replacement Parts
Description

Ref.

42

Qty.

Fluke Part or
Model Number

Power Supply

4212737

Battery Door

4388072

Battery Pack, Li ion 3.7 V 2500 mAh

4146702

USB Cable

1671807

Input Decal, country specific

(US, Canada, Europe/UK, UK/old, China)

see Figure 8

Line Cord, country specific

(N. American, Europe, UK, Australia, Japan, India/S. Africa, Brazil)

see Figure 1

Test Lead 0.10 m Red, 1000 V CAT III

4344653

Test Lead 2 m Red, 1000 V CAT III

4344675

Color-coded Wire Clips

1 set

4394925

USB Flash Drive

4298561

Users Manual on USB Flash Drive

NA

Energy Logger
Service and Parts

1
4

2
9

7
6

10

11

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Figure 9. Replacement Parts

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Energy Analyze Software

System Requirements

The 1730 Energy Logger includes the Fluke Energy

Analyze software that lets you do tasks from a computer.

The computer hardware requirements for the Energy

Analyze software are:

You can:

Free Hard Disk space 50 MB,

>10 GB (for measurement data) recommended

Installed Memory:

Download campaign results for further processing and

archiving.

Analyze energy or load profiles, including zoom-in and

zoom-out on details.

Add comments, annotations, pictures, and other

supplementary information to campaign data.

Overlay data from different campaigns to identify and

document changes.

Create a report from the analysis you performed.

Export measurement results for further processing

using a third party tool.

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1 GB minimum for 32-bit systems

2 GB recommended for 32-bit systems,

4 GB recommended for 64-bit systems

Monitor, 1280 x 1024 (@4:3) or 1440 x 900 (@16:10),

wide-screen (16:10) at higher resolution recommended

USB 2.0 ports

WinXP 32-bit, Windows 7 32/64-bit,

Windows 8 32/64-bit.
Note
Windows 7 Starter edition and Windows 8 RT are
not supported.

Energy Logger
Energy Analyze Software

PC Connections

Wi-Fi Support

To connect the computer to the Logger:

With a commercially available USB Wi-Fi dongle you can

wirelessly control the Logger with a PC/smartphone/tablet
and download measurement data and screenshots to the
Energy Analyze software.

1. Power on the computer and the Logger.

2. Connect the USB cable to the USB ports of the
computer and the Logger as shown in Figure 10.

Supported dongles include:

3. Install the Energy Analyze Software.

USB Port

Airlink101 AWLL5088

Belkin F7D1102

Edimax EW-7811Un

NetgearWNA1000M

Planex GW-USNANO

The driver for the USB Wi-Fi dongle is included in the

firmware of the Logger. The installation CD that comes
with the dongle is not required.
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Figure 10. Energy Logger to PC Connections

See the Energy Analyze Online Help for information about
how to use the software.

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3. To see the Wi-Fi connection details from the Logger:

Wi-Fi Setup
Together with the Wi-Fi dongle, the Logger is a Wi-Fi
access point and establishes a Wi-Fi network. The client
(PC/smartphone/tablet) needs to connect to this Wi-Fi
network.
To setup a connection:

a. Push .
b. Push (Instrument Settings)
c.

Push (Tools)

d. Push to highlight Wi-Fi Configuration and

push to confirm. Or, touch Wi-Fi
Configuration touch target.

1. Connect the Wi-Fi dongle as shown in Figure 11.

Note
The power consumption of the Wi-Fi dongle can
exceed the power provided by the Logger. For a
reliable connection Fluke strongly recommends
that you use a powered USB hub.

The Wi-Fi connection uses WPA2 encryption. The

passphrase shown on the screen is required to
establish a connection from a client to the device.
4. On the client, go to the list of available Wi-Fi networks
and look for a network with the name:
Fluke1730<serial-no> e.g.
Fluke1730<123456789>.

Power
Adapter
USB Hub

5. Enter the passphrase provided on the Wi-Fi

Configuration screen when you are asked. Depending
on the operating system of the client, the passphrase
is also called Security Key, Password, or similar.

Wi-Fi Dongle

USB Cable

After a few seconds the connection is established.

hcf067.eps

Figure 11. Wi-Fi Connection

2. Make sure the Logger is turned on and in the range of
5 to 10 meters to the client.

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Note
On Windows, the Wi-Fi icon in the notification area
of the task bar is shown with an exclamation mark
. The exclamation mark indicates that this Wi-Fi
interface does not provide an Internet access. This
is normal since the Logger is not a gateway to the
Internet.

Energy Logger
Energy Analyze Software

Remote Control

Configuration

You can remotely control the instrument with a free

third-party VNC client available for Windows, Android,
Apple iOS, and Windows Phone after the Wi-Fi connection
is setup. VNC stands for Virtual Network Computing and
allows you to see the screen content, push the buttons,
and touch the targets.
Tested VNC clients that work with the Logger are listed in
Table 7.
Table 7. VNC Clients
Operating
System

Program

Windows 7/8

TightVNC

Android

bVNC[1]

iOS (iPhone, iPad)

Windows Phone
[1]

Mocha VNC

Available from:
www.tightvnc.org

IP Address .............................................................. 10.10.10.1

Port ......................................................................... 5900 (default)

The VPN user name and password fields are not

configured and can be left blank.

Wireless Access to PC Software

No further setup is required to use Wi-Fi communication
with the Fluke Energy Analyze software once the Wi-Fi
connection to the device is setup. The Wi-Fi connection
supports downloading the measurement files and
screenshots and synchronizing the time. The selected
communication media is shown in brackets. Refer to the
online help for details about how to use the PC software.

Google Play Store

[1]

Apple App Store

[1]

Windows Phone Market

Mocha VNC

The free version provides all features required for communication.

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Wiring Configurations

3- Delta
Balanced

3- High Leg
Delta

3- Wye
Balanced

3- Delta Open
Leg
(3P-3W)

3- Wye
3- Wye IT
(3P-4W)

3- 2 Element
Delta
Aron/Blondel

Split Phase
(2P-3W)

3- Delta
(3P-3W)

Single Phase
Single Phase IT

V, A, Hz, +

[1]
VBN

VCN[1]

VAB[1]

VBC[1]
VCA[1]

[2]

[2]

VAN[1]

[2]

[2]

IA

IB

IC

Hz

Aux 1, 2

mV

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THD VA[3]

THD VB

[3]

THD VC[3]

THD VAB[3]

[3]
VBC
VCA[3]

THD
THD

THD IA

THD IB

THD IC

Measured values

[1] Simulated in load studies if Unom is specified

[2] Secondary displayed values
[3] Not available in load studies

Calculated values
Simulated values (derived from phase 1)

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Calculated values
Simulated values (derived from phase 1)

3- Delta Open

Leg (3P-3W)

3W)

3- Delta
Balanced

3- High Leg
Delta

3- 2 Element
Delta
Aron/Blondel

Measured values

[3] Not available in load studies

Split Phase (2P-

[1] Simulated in load studies if Unom is specified

[2] Secondary displayed values

3- Delta
(3P-3W)

3- Wye
Balanced

W
W
W
W
var
var
var
var
VA
VA
VA
VA

3- Wye
3- Wye IT
(3P-4W)

PA, PA fund[3]
PB, PB fund[3]
PC, PC fund[3]
PTotal, PTotal fund[3]
QA, QA fund[3]
QB, QB fund[3]
QC, QC fund[3]
QTotal, QTotal fund[3]
SA fund[1]
SB fund[1]
SC fund[1]
STotal fund[1]
PFA, DPFA[3]
PFB, DPFB[3]
PFC, DPFC[3]
PFTotal, DPFTotal[3]

Single Phase IT

Single Phase

Power

Energy Logger
Specifications

Specifications
General Specifications
Color LCD Display ................................................ 4.3-inch active matrix color TFT, 480 pixels x 272 pixels, resistive touch panel.
Power/Charging/LED Indicator
Warranty
1730 and Power Supply ..................................... 2 years (battery not included)
Accessories ........................................................ 1 year
Calibration Cycle .................................................. 2 years
Dimensions
1730 .................................................................... 19.8 cm x 16.7 cm x 5.5 cm (7.8 in x 6.6 in x 2.2 in)
Power Supply ..................................................... 13.0 cm x 13.0 cm x 4.5 cm (5.1 in x 5.1 in x 1.8 in)
1730 with power supply attached ....................... 19.8 cm x 16.7 cm x 9 cm (7.8 in x 6.6 in x 3.5 in)
Weight
1730 .................................................................... 1.1 kg (2.5 lb)
Power Supply ..................................................... 400 g (0.9 lb)
External Protection ............................................... Holster, Kensington lock

Environmental Specifications
Operating Temperature ........................................ 10 C to 50 C (14 F to 122 F)
Storage Temperature............................................ 20 C to 60 C (4 F to 140 F), with battery: 20 C to 50 C (4 F to 122 F)
Operating Humidity .............................................. <10 C (<50 F) non condensing
10 C to 30 C (50 F to 86 F) 95 %
30 C to 40 C (86 F to 104 F) 75 %
40 C to 50 C (104 F to 122 F) 45 %
Operating Altitude ................................................ 2,000 m (up to 4,000 m derate to 1000 V CAT II/600 V CAT III/300 V CAT IV)
Storage Altitude .................................................... 12,000 m
IP Rating ................................................................ IEC 60529:IP50, in connected condition with protection caps in place.
Vibration ................................................................ MIL-T-28800E, Type 3, Class III, Style B
Safety ..................................................................... IEC 61010-1: Overvoltage CAT IV, Measurement 1000 V CAT III / 600 V CAT IV, Pollution Degree 2
Electromagnetic Environment ............................. IEC 61326-1: Industrial

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Electromagnetic Compatibility ............................ Applies to use in Korea only. Class A Equipment (Industrial Broadcasting & Communication Equipment)
[1]

[1]

This product meets requirements for industrial (Class A) electromagnetic wave equipment and the seller or user
should take notice of it. This equipment is intended for use in business environments and not to be used in

homes.
Radio Frequency Emissions ................................ IEC CISPR 11: Group 1, Class A.
Group 1 have intentionally generated and/or use conductively coupled radio-frequency energy which is
necessary for the internal functioning of the equipment itself.
Class A equipment is suitable for use in non-domestic locations and/or directly connected to a low-voltage
power supply network.

Electrical Specifications
Power Supply
Voltage Range .................................................... nominal 100 V to 500 V (85 V min to 550 V max) using safety plug input
Mains Power ....................................................... nominal 100 V to 240 V (85 V min to 265 V max) using IEC 60320 C7 input (figure 8 power cord)
Power consumption ............................................ Maximum 50 VA (max. 15 VA when powered using IEC 60320 input)
Standby Power ................................................... <0.3 W only when powered using IEC 60320 input
Efficiency ............................................................ 68.2 % (in accordance with energy efficiency regulations)
Mains Frequency ................................................ 50/60 Hz 15 %
Battery Power ..................................................... Li-ion 3.7 V, 9.25 Wh, customer-replaceable
On-Battery Runtime ............................................ up to 4 hr (up to 5.5 hr in energy saving mode)
Charging Time .................................................... <6 hr
Data Acquisition
Resolution ........................................................... 16-bit synchronous sampling
Sampling Frequency ........................................... 5120 Hz
Input Signal Frequency ....................................... 50/60 Hz (42.5 to 69 Hz)
Wiring Configurations ......................................... 1-, 1- IT, Split phase, 3- wye, 3- wye IT, 3- wye balanced, 3- delta, 3- Aron/Blondel (2-element
delta), 3- delta open leg, 3- high leg delta, 3- delta balanced. Currents only (load studies)
Interfaces
USB-A ............................................................. File transfer via USB Flash Drive and Wi-Fi, Firmware updates, max. supply current: 120 mA
USB-mini......................................................... Data download device to PC
Extension port ................................................. Accessories

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Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) ........................ THD for voltage and current is calculated on 25 harmonics
Averaging Time .................................................. User selectable: 1 sec, 5 sec, 10 sec, 30 sec, 1 min, 5 min, 10 min, 15 min, 30 min
Averaging time min/max values
Voltage ........................................................... Full cycle RMS (20 ms at 50 Hz, 16.7 ms at 60 Hz) according to IEC61000-4-30 Class A
Current ............................................................ Half cycle RMS (10 ms at 50 Hz, 8.3 ms at 60 Hz)
Aux, Power ..................................................... 200 ms
Demand Interval ................................................. User selectable: 5 min, 10 min, 15 min, 20 min, 30 min, off
Data Storage ...................................................... Internal flash memory (not user replaceable)
Memory Size ....................................................... Typical 20 logging sessions of 10 weeks with 10-minute intervals

[1]

Logging Period
Averaging Period

Recommended for

Logging Period for

20 sessions

1 session

1 sec

3 hr

2.5 days

5 sec

15 hr

12 days

10 sec

28 hr

24 days

30 sec

3.5 days

10 weeks

1 min

7 days

20 weeks

5 min

5 weeks

2 years

10 min

10 weeks

>2 years

15 min

3.5 months

>2 years

30 min

7 months

>2 years

[1] The number of possible logging sessions and logging period depends on user requirements.

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Voltage Inputs
Number of Inputs ................................................ 4 (3 phases and neutral)
Maximum Input Voltage ...................................... 1000 Vrms (1700 Vpk) phase to neutral
Input Impedance ................................................. 10 M each phase to neutral
Bandwidth ........................................................... 42.5 Hz - 2.3 kHz
Scaling ................................................................ 1:1, variable
Current Inputs
Number of Inputs ................................................ 3, mode selected automatically for attached sensor
Current Sensor Output Voltage
Clamp ............................................................. 500 mVrms / 50 mVrms; CF 2.8
Rogowski Coil ................................................. 150 mVrms / 15 mVrms at 50 Hz, 180 mVrms / 18 mVrms at 60 Hz; CF 4;
all at nominal probe range
Range ................................................................. 1 A to 150 A / 10 A to 1500 A with iFlex1500-12
3 A to 300 A / 30 A to 3000 A with iFlex3000-24
6 A to 600 A / 60 A to 6000 A with iFlex6000-36
40 mA to 4 A / 0.4 A to 40 A with 40 A clamp i40s-EL
Bandwidth ........................................................... 42.5 Hz 2.3 kHz
Scaling ................................................................ 1:1, variable
Auxiliary Inputs
Number of Inputs ................................................ 2
Input Range ........................................................ 0 to 10 V dc, 1 reading/s
Scale factor ......................................................... Format: mx + b (Gain and offset) user configurable
Displayed units ................................................... User configurable (up to 8 characters, for example C, psi, or m/s)

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Accuracy at Reference Conditions

Intrinsic Accuracy at Reference
Parameter

Range

Max. Resolution

Conditions
(% of Reading + % of Range)
(0.2 % + 0.01%)

1000 V

0.1 V

15 mV
150 mV
50 mV
500 mV
150 A
1500 A
300 A
3000 A
600 A
6000 A
4A
40 A

0.01 mV
0.1 mV
0.01 mV
0.1 mV
0.01 A
0.1 A
1A
10 A
1A
10 A
1 mA
10 mA

Frequency

42.5 Hz to 69 Hz

0.01 Hz

(0.7 % + 0.02 %)
0.1 %

Aux Input

10 Vdc

0.1 mV

(0.2 % + 0.02 %)

Voltage Min/Max

1000 V

0.1 V

(1 % + 0.1 %)

Current Min/Max

defined by accessory

defined by accessory

(5 % + 0.2 %)

THD on Voltage

1000 %

0.1 %

(2.5 % + 0.05 %)

THD on Current

1000 %

0.1 %

(2.5 % + 0.05 %)

Voltage
Rogowski Mode
Direct Input
Current

Clamp Mode
1500A Flex
3000 A Flexi
6000 A Flexi
40 A

(0.3 % + 0.02 %)
(0.3 % + 0.02 %)
(0.2 % + 0.02 %)
(0.2 % + 0.02 %)
(1 % + 0.02 %)
(1 % + 0.02 %)
(1 % + 0.02 %)
(1 % + 0.02 %)
(1.5 % + 0.03 %)
(1.5 % + 0.03 %)
(0.7 % + 0.02 %)

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Power/Energy
iFlex1500-12

iFlex3000-24

iFlex6000-36

Clamp: 50 mV/500 mV
Rogowski: 15 mV/150 mV

150 A/1500 A

300 A/3000 A

600/6000 A

4 A/40 A

Clamp: 50 W/500 W
Rogowski: 15 W/150 W

150 kW/1.5 MW

300 kW/3 MW

600 kW/6 MW

4 kW/40 kW

0.1 W

0.01 kW/0.1 kW

1 kW/10 kW

1 kW/10 kW

1 W/10 W

Direct Input
Parameter

Power Range W, VA, var

Max. Resolution W, VA, var
Max. Resolution PF, DPF
Phase (Voltage to Current) [1]
[1]

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[1]

i40S-EL

0.01
0.2

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Intrinsic Uncertainty (% of measurement value + % of power range)

Influence

Parameter

Quantity
PF 0.99

Active Power P
Active Energy Ea

0.1 PF
< 0.99

Apparent Power S
Apparent Energy Eap

0 PF 1

Reactive Power Q
Reactive Energy Er

0 PF 1

Power Factor PF
Displacement Power
Factor
DPF/cos

Additional
uncertainty
(% of power highrange)

VP-N > 250 V

[1]

Direct Input [1]

Clamp: 50 mV/500 mV
Rogowski: 15 mV/150 mV
0.5 % + 0.005 %
1
0.5 +
3

+ 0.005 %
0.5 % + 0.005 %

iFlex1500-12

iFlex3000-24

iFlex6000-36

150 A/1500 A

300 A/3000 A

600 A/6000 A

1.2 % + 0.005 %

1.2 % + 0.0075 %

1.7 % + 0.0075 %

1
1.2 +
2

1
1.7 +
2

1
1.2 +
2

+ 0.00 5 %

+ 0.0075 %

1.2 % + 0.005 %

1.2 % + 0.0075 %

i40S-EL
4 A/40 A

+ 0.0075 %
1.7 % + 0.0075 %

1.2 % + 0.005 %
1.2 + 1.7

+ 0.005 %
1.2 % + 0.005 %

2.5 % of measured apparent power/energy

Reading 0.025

0.015 %

0.015 %

0.0225 %

0.0225 %

0.015 %

Only for calibration laboratories

Reference Conditions:
Environmental: 23 C 5 C, instrument operating for at least 30 minutes, no external electrical/magnetic field, RH <65 %
Input conditions: Cos/PF=1, Sinusoidal signal f=50/60 Hz, power supply 120 V/230 V 10 %.
Current and power specifications: Input voltage 1ph: 120 V/230 V or 3ph wye/delta: 230 V/400 V
Input current > 10 % of current range
Primary conductor of clamps or Rogowski coil in center position
Temperature Coefficient: Add 0.1 x specified accuracy for each degree C above 28 C or below 18 C

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Example:

Measurement at 120 V/16 A using an iFlex1500-12 in low range. Power Factor is 0.8
Active power uncertainty :
=

1.2 % +

.
.

+ 0.005 %

= (1.575 % + 0.005 % 1000 150 ) = (1.575 % + 7.5 )

The uncertainty in W is (1.575 % 120 16 0.8 + 7.5 ) = 31.7 W

Apparent power uncertainty :
= 1.2 % + 0.005 %
= (1.2 % + 0.005 % 1000 150 ) = (1.2 % + 7.5
The uncertainty in VA is (1.2 % 120 16 + 7.5 ) = 30.54 VA
Reactive/non-active power uncertainty :
= (2.5 % ) = (2.5 % 120 16 ) = 48
In case of a measured voltage that is >250 V, the additional error is calculated with:
= 0.015 %
= 0.015 % 1000 1500 = 225 W / VA / var

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iFlex Probe Specifications

Measuring range
iFlex 1500-12 ........................................ 1 to 150 A ac / 10 to 1500 A ac
iFlex 3000-24 ........................................ 3 to 300 A ac / 30 to 3000 A ac

External magnetic field rejection in reference to external

current (with cable >100 mm from the head-coupling
and r-coil) .................................................. 40 dB
Phase shift ................................................ < 0.5

iFlex 6000-36 ........................................ 6 to 600 A ac / 60 to 6000 A ac

Nondestructive current ......................... 100 kA (50/60 Hz)

1/3

Intrinsic Error at reference

[1]
condition ............................................. 0.7% of reading
Accuracy 1730 + iFlex

iFlex 6000-36 ........................................ (1.5 % of reading + 0.03 % of

range)

1/3

iFlex 1500-12 & iFlex 3000-24 .............. (1 % of reading + 0.02 % of

range)

Temperature Coefficient over operating temperature range

A
1/3

iFlex 1500-12 & iFlex 3000-24 .................. 0.05 % of reading / C (0.09 %

of reading / F)

iFlex 6000-36 ............................................ 0.1 % of reading / C (0.18 %

of reading / F)
Positioning error with position of conductor in the probe window (see
Figure 12)

Probe Window
A
Probe Window
B
Probe Window
C

iFlex1500-12, iFlex3000-24
(1 % of reading + 0.02 %
of range)
(1.5 % of reading + 0.02
% of range)
(2.5 % of reading + 0.02
% of range)

iFlex6000-36
(1.5 % of reading + 0.03
% of range)
(2.0 % of reading + 0.03
% of range)
(4 % of reading + 0.03 %
of range)

iFlex1500-12: 88mm
iFlex3000-24: 185mm
iFlex6000-36: 282mm

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Figure 12. iFlex Probe Window

Bandwidth ................................................... 10 Hz to 2.5 kHz
Frequency derating ..................................... I x f 385 kA Hz
Working Voltage.......................................... 1000 V CAT III, 600 V CAT IV
[1] Reference Condition:
Environmental: 23 C 5 C, no external electrical/magnetic field, RH 65 %
Primary conductor in center position

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Transducer length
iFlex 1500-12 .......................................... 305 mm (12 in)
iFlex 3000-24 .......................................... 610 mm (24 in)
iFlex 6000-36 .......................................... 915 mm (36 in)
Transducer cable diameter ......................... 7.5 mm (0.3 in)
Minimum bending radius ............................. 38 mm (1.5 in)

i40s-EL Current Clamp Specifications

Measuring range ..................................... 40 mA to 4 Aac / 0.4 Aac to 40 Aac
Crest factor ............................................. 3
Nondestructive current ............................ 200 A (50/60Hz)
[1]

Intrinsic Error at reference condition ..... 0.5% of reading

Output cable length

Accuracy 1730 + clamp........................... (0.7 % of reading + 0.02% of

range)

iFlex 1500-12 .............................................. 2 m (6.6 ft)

Phase shift

iFlex 3000-24 & iFlex 6000-36 .................... 3 m (9.8 ft)

<40 mA................................................ unspecified

Weight

40 mA to 400 mA ................................ < 1.5

iFlex 1500-12 .......................................... 115 g

iFlex 3000-24 .......................................... 170 g
iFlex 6000-36 .......................................... 190 g
Material
Transducer cable .................................... TPR
Coupling.................................................. POM + ABS/PC
Output cable ........................................... TPR/PVC
Operating Temperature ............................. -20 C to +70 C
(-4 F to 158F)
temperature of conductor
under test shall not exceed
80C (176F)

400 mA to 40 A ................................... < 1

Temperature Coefficient over
operating temperature range .................. 0.015 % of reading / C
0.027 % of reading / F
Influence of adjacent conductor .............. 15 mA/A (@ 50/60 Hz)
Influence of conductor position
in jaw opening ......................................... 0.5 % of reading (@ 50/60 Hz)
Bandwidth ............................................... 10 Hz to 2.5 kHz
Working Voltage ...................................... 600 V CAT III, 300 V CAT IV
[1] Reference Condition:
Environmental: 23 C 5 C, no external electrical/magnetic field, RH 65 %
Primary conductor in center position

Storage temperature ................................... -40 C to +80 C

(-40 F to 176 F)

Size (H x W x L) ...................................... 110 mm x 50 mm x 26 mm

(4.33 in x 1.97 in x 1.02 in)

Operating relative humidity ......................... 15 % to 85 % noncondensing

Maximum conductor size ........................ 15 mm (0.59 in)

IP Rating ..................................................... IEC 60529:IP50

Output cable length ................................. 2 m (6.6 ft)

Operating Altitude ....................................... 2000 m (6,500 ft) up to 4000

m (13,000 ft) derate to 1000 V
CAT II/600 V CAT III/300 V
CAT IV

Weight ..................................................... 190 g (6.70 oz)

Storage Altitude .......................................... 12 km (40,000 ft)

Warranty ..................................................... 1 year

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Material ................................................... Case ABS and PC

Output cable: TPR/PVC
Temperature operating ........................... -10 C to +55 C
(-14 F to 131 F)
Temperature, non-operating ................... -20 C to +70 C
(-4 F to 158 F)

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Electrical Specifications

Auxiliary Input Cable

Length ..................................................................... 2 m (6.6 ft)

The auxiliary input cable is an optional accessory. The cable has a 3-pin
plug to connect to the 1730 and a BNC connector. The cable is a nonshielded 3-wire cord. See Figure 14.
AC
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0V

2
1
CU

CA
T

SE
RI
AL

RR

EN

III

NU
M
BE
R

CL

AM

3
1

4
1

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Single Insulated current carrying conductor

Release button

Load direction arrow

Tactile barrier

Figure 13. i40s-EL Setup

Relative Humidity, operating ................... 15 % to 85 % non condensing
Max Operating Altitude .......................... 2000 m (6,500 ft)
up to 4000 m (13,000 ft) derate
to 600 V CAT II/300 V CAT IV

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Color

Signal

Brown

Black

Blue

Not used

Figure 14. Auxiliary Input Cable Pin-Out

Max Storage Altitude ............................. 12 km (40,000 ft)

Warranty ................................................. 1 year

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