MIT515, MIT525, MIT1025, MIT1525
5 kV, 10 kV, 15 kV DC Insulation Resistance Testers
PI predictor function (PIp)
Measures up to 30 TΩ
Safety rated up to CAT IV
1000 V to 3000 m
Unique dual-case design - additional user
protection
Operates from battery or AC mains supply
Rapid charge Li-ion battery
Advanced memory with time / date stamp
Compatible with CertSuite Asset
DESCRIPTION Safety rating is not compromised on the MIT range with
Megger’s new range of DC insulation testers, MIT515, all terminals safety rated to CAT IV 600 V to 3000 m (5
MIT525, MIT1025 and MIT1525 are targeted at original kV, 10 kV) or CAT IV 1000 V to 3000 m (15 kV). A range
equipment manufacturers and industrial companies. The of 5 kV and 10 kV test leads are available plus dedicated
top of the range MIT1525 performs insulation resistance 15 kV test leads, which are double insulated with clips
tests up to 15 kV with a designed for 15 kV creepage paths. The 15 kV leads are
30 TΩ maximum resistance and an accuracy of ±5 % supplied in a holdall. Suitably rated HV gloves and other
from 1 MΩ up to 3 TΩ. The MIT515 offers IR, DAR and personal protection equipment are required to be worn
PI functions but has no memory functionality. MIT525, when testing.
MIT1025 and MIT1525 have a full suite of test modes as The MIT range share dual case design, which includes a
well as on-board memory and the ability to stream data / tough outer case to protect the tester from knocks/drops
download data to a PC / laptop. Instrument productivity is and an inner fire retardant case. The IP rating is IP65 case
a focus of the new MIT range, which offers rapid charge closed eliminating moisture and dust ingress.
batteries and operation from an AC source if the batteries
An intuitive user interface ensures no lost time
are flat. Rapid charge batteries enable > 60 minutes
remembering how to use the tester. Simplicity of
testing after a 30 minute charge.
operation is achieved with two rotary switches and the
MIT515: 5 kV IRT with PI and DAR but no memory large backlight display which enables multiple results to
MIT525: 5 kV IRT with all test modes including a ramp be shown simultaneously. A graphical Quick Start Guide
test plus advanced memory functions with recall to is provided inside the lid to assist first time users.
screen, RTC for time/date stamp of results and USB cable Five preset voltage ranges are provided in insulation test
interface to PC / PowerDB mode, plus a user adjustable lock voltage range. Pre-
MIT1025: 10 kV IRT with all test modes including a configured diagnostic tests include Polarisation Index (PI),
ramp test plus advanced memory functions with recall to Dielectric Absorption Ratio (DAR), Dielectric Discharge
screen, RTC for time/date stamp of results and USB cable (DD), Stepped Voltage (SV) and Ramp Test.
interface to PC / PowerDB Test leads are double insulated (t) with clamps rated at
MIT1525: 15 kV IRT with all test modes including a 3 kV (t) equivalent to 6 kV single insulation for the
ramp test plus advanced memory functions with recall to medium clip leadset and 5 kV (t), equivalent to 10 kV
screen, RTC for time/date stamp of results and USB cable single insulation for the large clip.
interface to PC / PowerDB The 15 kV leadset is insulated to 15 kV.
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5 kV, 10 kV, 15 kV DC Insulation Resistance Testers
Advanced memory storage includes time/date stamping (MIT525, MIT1025 and MIT1525 only)
of results, logging of data and recall of results to screen. MIT515, MIT525 and MIT1025 safety rated at CAT IV
A fully isolated USB device interface (type B) is used 600 V (maintained to 3000 m altitude)
for safe transfer of data to Megger’s PowerDB / Pro, MIT1525 safety rated at CAT IV 1000 V
Advanced and Lite asset management software. (MIT525, (maintained to 3000 m altitude)
MIT1025 and MIT1525 only)
Storing Results in CertSuite Asset
PI PREDICTOR FUNCTION (PIp) Test results can be tagged with Asset data and
The Polarisation Index test can be time consuming, transferred to CertSuite Asset, the latest cloud based
with a 10 minute test (30 mins on 3 phase) and with Asset testing management software from Megger.
multiple items to test, any time saved is a bonus. PIp
does just that. The PI predictor function uses the first CertSuite Asset transfers asset testing results from the
part of the IR curve to predict the rest at 5 minutes into MIT range of insulation resistance testers straight onto
the test. The PIp can start as early as 3 minutes into the an Android mobile device or a Windows laptop via USB
test and will stop when it is confident in the predicition. cable, removing the need for making notes, writing
APPLICATION down results and filling in paperwork.
The Insulation Resistance (IR) test is a quantitative test, Results can be stored and reviewed remotely by
which indicates the effectiveness of a product’s electrical other team members whilst on site from different
insulation. Applications include cables, transformers, locations, or accessed by head office with the relevant
motors / generators, circuit breakers and bushings. permissions.
Common insulation tests are the “spot test”, a 1 minute CertSuite Asset is available as a monthly or yearly
IR test and a 10 minute Polarisation Index (PI) test, subscription package for Asset testing management,
where PI is the ratio R10min / R1min and is temperature taking results directly from the MIT whilst testing.
independent. CertSuite is suitable for multiple concurrent users and is
optimised for use with the MIT.
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
Insulation resistance up to 30 TΩ @ 15 kV, 20 TΩ @
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Measures capacitance of test object (with test voltages
over 5000 V)
IR, Timed IR, DAR, PI, DD, SV and Ramp diagnostic tests
High current – 3 mA short circuit current
SPECIFICATIONS
AC voltage (auto-ranging)
High noise immunity – 3 mA (5 kV and 10 kV) 6 mA
(15 kV) of noise rejection MIT515, MIT525, MIT1025: 90-264 V rms,
Li-ion battery – up to 6 hrs continuous testing @ 5 kV 47- 63 Hz 100 VA
with a 100 M load, battery meets IEC 2133 MIT1525 kV: 90-264 V rms,
Large LCD display with backlight 47- 63 Hz 200 VA
Dedicated voltmeter function (30 V to 660 V) Battery charge time 2.5 hours deep discharge,
Advanced memory, on screen recall and real time clock 2 hours normal discharge
for date / time stamped results Battery voltage 10.8 V, 5.2 Ah Li-ion batteries,
(MIT525, MIT1025 and MIT1525 only) meet IEC 62133:2003,
Download of on-board results via USB interface MIT1525 has 2 battery packs
(MIT525, MIT1025 and MIT1525 only) Battery life
Recorded temperature (measured by independent MIT515, MIT525: 6 hours (typical) continuous
instruments) can be saved with test result testing at 5 kV with a
(MIT525, MIT1025 and MIT1525 only) 100 MΩ load
PowerDB Lite asset management software
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MIT1025: 4.5 hours (typical) continuous Display analogue: 100 kΩ to 10 TΩ
testing at 10 kV with a Digital:
100 MΩ load MIT515, MIT525 10 kΩ to 10 TΩ
MIT1525: 4.5 hours (typical) continuous MIT1025 10 kΩ to 20 TΩ
testing at 15 kV with a MIT1525 10 kΩ to 30 TΩ
100 MΩ load Short circuit / charge current
Test voltage 3 mA @ 5 kV, 10 kV, 15 kV
MIT515, MIT525: 250 V, 500 V, 1000 V, 2500 V, Insulation test alarm: 100 kΩ to 10 GΩ
5000 V, User defined test Capacitor charge
voltage.
MIT515, MIT525 <3 s/μF at 3 mA to 5 kV
MIT1025: 500 V, 1000 V, 2500 V, 5000 V,
MIT1025 <5 s/μF at 3 mA to 10 kV
10000 V, User defined test
voltage. MIT1525 <7.5 s/μF at 3 mA to 15 kV
MIT1525: 1000 V, 2500 V, 5000 V, Capacitor discharge
10000 V, 15000 V, User defined MIT515, MIT525 <250 ms/μF to discharge
test voltage. from 5 kV to 50 V
User defined test voltage MIT1025 <250 ms/μF to discharge
MIT515 & MIT525: 40 V to 1 kV in 10 V steps, from 10 kV to 50 V
MIT1025 & MIT1525: 100 V to 1 kV in 10 V steps, MIT1525 <3500 ms/μF to discharge
All units: 1 kV to 5 kV in 25 V steps, from 15 kV to 50 V
MIT1525 only: 5 kV to 15 kV in 25 V step Capacitance range
Test voltage accuracy +
4%, -0%, ±10 V nominal test With test voltage set above 500 V
voltage at 1 GΩ load (0°C to
MIT515, MIT525, MIT1025: 10 nF to 25 μF
30°C)
MIT1525: 10 nF to 50 μF
Resistance range 10 kΩ to 15 TΩ @ 5 kV,
10 kΩ to 20 TΩ @ 10 kV, Capacitance measurement accuracy
10 kΩ to 30 TΩ @ 15 kV ±10% ±5 nF
Accuracy Current range 0.01 nA to 6 mA
MIT515, MIT525 accuracy (23 °C) from 1 MΩ to Current accuracy ±5% ±0.2 nA at all voltages
5000 V 2500 V 1000 V 500 V 250 V (20 °C)
±5% 1 TΩ 500 GΩ 200 GΩ 100 GΩ 50 GΩ Interference
±20% 10 TΩ 5 TΩ 2 TΩ 1 TΩ 500 GΩ MIT515, MIT525: 3 mA from 450 V to 5 kV
MIT1025 accuracy (23 °C) from 1 MΩ to MIT1025: 3 mA from 960 V to 10 kV
10 kV 5000 V 2500 V 1000 V 500 V MIT1525: 6 mA from 2100 V to 15 kV
±5% 2 TΩ 1 TΩ 500 GΩ 200 GΩ 100 GΩ Voltmeter range 30 V to 660 V AC or DC,
±20% 20 TΩ 10 TΩ 5 TΩ 2 TΩ 1 TΩ 45 Hz – 65 Hz
MIT1525 accuracy (23 °C) from 1 MΩ to Voltmeter accuracy ±3%, ±3 V
15 kV 10 kV 5000 V 2500 V 1000 V
Timer range Up to 99 minutes 59 seconds,
±5% 3 TΩ 2 TΩ 1 TΩ 500 GΩ 200 GΩ
15 second minimum setting
±20% 30 TΩ 20 TΩ 10 TΩ 5 TΩ 2 TΩ
Memory capacity 5.5 hours logging @
Guard terminal performance
5 second intervals
Guards out parallel leakage
(MIT525, MIT1025 and MIT1525
resistance down to 500 kΩ with
only)
a maximum additional resistance
error of 1% with a 100 MΩ load
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5 kV, 10 kV, 15 kV DC Insulation Resistance Testers
Test modes MEDIUM INSULATED TEST CLIP 3 M X 3 LEADSET -
MIT515: IR, IR(t), DAR, PI 5 KV AND 10 KV
MIT525, MIT1025, MIT1525: These test leads are supplied as standard on MIT515,
IR, IR(t), DAR, PI, SV, DD, Ramp MIT525 and the MIT1025.
test These clips are designed for clamping on larger diameter
Interface USB type B (device) test pieces but where space is at a premium.
(MIT525, MIT1025 and The insulation is designed only to protect the user from
MIT1525 only) the output of Megger 5 kV and 10 kV (set below 6 kV)
Real time output 1 Hz output readings (V, I, R) insulation resistance testers. The clips cannot in any
(MIT525, MIT1025 and circumstance be relied on to protect the user from live AC
MIT1525 only) systems above 600 V AC, r.m.s. in an CAT IV environment.
ENVIRONMENTAL Cable insulation rating: 12 kV DC (marked on cable)
Maximum altitude 3000 m (5 kV, 10 kV) Cable type: Flexible dual insulated silicon (inner insulation
3000 m (15 kV) layer coloured white to highlight damage
Operating temperature range MEDIUM INSULATED TEST CLIP 3 M X 3 LEADSET
-20 °C to 50 °C - 15 KV
These test leads are supplied as an option on the
Storage temperature range
MIT1525.
-25 °C to 65 °C
These clips are designed for clamping on larger diameter
Humidity 90% RH non-condensing
test pieces but where space is at a premium.
at 40 °C
The insulation is designed only to protect the user from
IP rating IP65 (lid closed), IP40 (lid open) the output of Megger 15 kV (set below 6 kV) insulation
Safety resistance testers.
MIT515, MIT525 MIT1025: C
AT IV 600 V to 3000 m The clips cannot in any circumstance be relied on to
altitude protect the user from live AC systems above 1000 V AC,
MIT1525: CAT IV 1000 V to 3000 m r.m.s. in an CAT IV environment.
altitude Meets the requirements Cable insulation rating:
of IEC 61010-1. 15 kV DC (marked on cable)
Dimensions Cable type: flexible dual
5 kV, 10 kV L 315 mm x W 285 mm x H 181 mm insulated silicon (inner
15 kV L 360 mm x W 305 mm x H 194 mm insulation layer coloured white
to highlight damage
TEST LEADS SUPPLIED
These test leads may also be supplied in none standard
The MIT515, MIT525, MIT1025 and the MIT1525 are
lengths to suit a particular application. Please contact
all supplied with test leads that are compliant with the
Megger for a quotation. Minimum order quantities may
requirements of IEC 61010-031:2008.
apply.
The 5 kV models are supplied with one 3 m lead-set with
medium sized clips.
LARGE INSULATED TEST CLIP 3 M X 3 LEADSET
These test leads are supplied as standard on MIT1025
The 10 kV models are supplied with two 3 m lead-sets,
and MIT1525 models (different leadset dependant on
one with medium sized clips and the other with large
model). These clips are designed for clamping on to larger
clips with insulation suited to 10 kV use.
diameter test pieces. The insulation is designed only to
The 15 kV models supplied with a 3 m lead-set, with protect the user from the output of Megger 5 kV, 10 kV
large clips with insulation suited to 15 kV use. and 15 kV insulation resistance testers. The clips cannot
These leads are designed based on Megger’s extensive in any circumstance be relied on to protect the user from
knowledge of insulation testing using the latest live AC systems above 600 V AC, r.m.s. in an CAT IV
technology. The leads are in compliance with IEC61010- environment.
31:2008, which requires a fully insulated clip design.
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10 kV lead set Cable
insulation rating: 12 kV DC
(marked on cable) Cable
type: flexible dual insulated
silicon (inner insulation layer
coloured white to highlight
damage)
15 kV lead set Cable
insulation rating: 18 kV DC
(marked on cable) PRACTICAL INSULATION DESIGN
Cable type: Flexible dual Moving jaw fingers maintain the clips touch proof safety
insulated silicon (inner when the clip is closed but flex back to allow the metal
insulation layer coloured teeth of the clip to contact test piece unimpeded when in
white to highlight damage) use.
The design of the lead sets is intended to facilitate
connection to a variety of de-energized systems for the
purpose of making insulation resistance measurements.
In all cases it is the responsibility of the user to employ
safe working practices and verify that the system is safe
before connection. Even isolated systems may exhibit
significant capacitance, which will become highly
charged during the application of the insulation test. Megger clip being tested with IEC standard test finger for
This charge can be lethal and connections, including the creepage and clearance.
leads and clips, should never be touched during the test.
The system must be safely discharged before touching
connections.
DESIGNED FOR EVERYDAY USE
Test leads are a key component of any precision
instrument and safety, long life, and the ability to provide
reliable connections to a variety of test pieces found in
everyday applications are of the utmost importance.
Megger design test leads for both safety and practical PRACTICAL JAW DESIGN
operation. Curved jaws allow reliable connection around test pieces
LOCKING HV INSULATED PLUGS / and flat jaw tips provide excellent connection and
NON-REMOVABLE TEST CLIPS gripping of individual wires.
All Megger 5 kV, 10 kV and 15 kV insulation testing test
leads are fitted with unique locking HV plugs and non-
removable test clips.
This reduces the likelihood of a plug or clip inadvertently
losing electrical connection and the capacitance of a long
cable remaining lethally charged. More detailed information
With the arrows on the plug finger guard horizontal on can be found on the 5 kV,
the instrument as shown to lock. Twist 90º to unlock. 10 kV and 15 kV insulation
In addition, for the same reason, the test clips are not tester lead sets application
removable from the test lead. note. Scan the QR code
to see the PDF ➔
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MIT515 MIT525 MIT1025 MIT1525
Max. output voltage 5 kV 5 kV 10 kV 15 kV
Max. resistance 10 TΩ 10 TΩ 20 TΩ 30 TΩ
±5% ≤ 1 TΩ ±5% ≤ 1 TΩ ±5% ≤ 2 TΩ ±5% ≤ 3 TΩ
Accuracy from 1 MΩ to
±20% to 10 TΩ ±20% to 10 TΩ ±20% to 20 TΩ ±20% to 35 TΩ
Short circuit output current 3 mA 3 mA 3 mA 3 mA
Max. noise rejection 3 mA 3 mA 3 mA 6 mA
Four averaging filters
Safety rating (to max. altitude) CAT IV 600 V CAT IV 600 V CAT IV 600 V CAT IV 1000 V
Max. altitude 3000 m 3000 m 3000 m 3000 m
Battery charge 2.5 hrs 2.5 hrs 2.5 hrs 2.5 hrs
Battery life single charge 6 hrs 6 hrs 4.5 hrs 4.5 hrs
USB interface n n n
Bluetooth® memory download and live stream
On-board memory n n n
Temperature value stored n n n
Humidity value stored * * *
Time / date stamped results n n n
Compact / lightweight 4.5 kg 4.5 kg 4.5 kg 6.5 kg
Easy rotary switch operation n n n n
Digital / analogue display n n n n
Display backlight n n n n
Voltage output measurement n n n n
Dedicated voltmeter n n n n
Default voltmeter function n n n n
Calibration Certificate included n n n n
ORDERING INFORMATION
Description Part number Description Part number
MIT515-UK 1001-935 MIT1025-UK 1001-943
MIT515-US 1001-936 MIT1025-US 1001-944
MIT515-EU 1001-937 MIT1025-EU 1001-945
MIT515-AU 1001-938 MIT1025-AU 1001-946
MIT525-UK 1001-939 MIT1525 UK 1002-907
MIT525-US 1001-940 MIT1525 US 1002-909
MIT525-EU 1001-941 MIT1525 EU 1002-908
MIT525-AU 1001-942 MIT1525 AU 1002-910
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INCLUDED ACCESSORIES
Description Part number Description Part number
Included accessories Lead sets
Power lead 1008-017 Lead set 3kV 3 x 3 m, with medium clips
USB cable (MIT525, MIT1025, MIT1525) 25970-041 (MIT515, MIT525, MIT1025 only) 1008-022
Calibration certificate Lead set HV 3 x 3 m, with medium and large clips
(MIT1025 only) 1002-534
Leadset 3 x 3 m, with large 15 kV insulated clips
(MIT1525 only) 1008-023
OPTIONAL TEST LEAD SETS
Description Part number Description Part number
1 kV test lead sets (MIT515, MIT525, MIT1025 only) 1 kV test lead sets (MIT1525 only)
Fused test probe and clip lead set 1002-913 2 x 1.25 m Fused test lead set with probes and clips 1005-265
Control circuit test set 6220-822 2 x 3 m Control circuit test lead set 1005-264
OPTIONAL HV TEST LEAD SETS
Description Part number Description Part number
HV test leads sets (MIT515, MIT525, MIT1025 only) Screened HV test lead sets (MIT515, MIT525, MIT1025 only)
These test leads may also be supplied in non-standard lengths to suit 1 x 15 m, with 5 kV screened uninsulated small clips 6311-080
a particular application / requirement. Contact Megger 3 m, 10 kV screened uninsulated small clips 6220-834
for a quotation, minimum order quantities may apply.
10 m, 10 kV screened uninsulated small clips 6220-861
3 x 3 m with large clips (MIT1025 only) 1002-534
15 m, 10 kV screened uninsulated small clips 6220-833
3 x 5 m with large insulated clips 1002-645
Screened HV test lead sets (MIT1525 only)
3 x 8 m with large insulated clips 1002-646
3 m, 15 kV screened, large size insulated clips,
3 x 10 m with large insulated clips 1002-647
supplied in carry holdall 1005-266
3 x 15 m with large insulated clips 1002-648
10 m, 15 kV screened, large size insulated clips,
3 x 3 m with medium clips 1008-002 supplied in carry holdall 1005-267
3 x 5 m with medium insulated clips 1002-641 15 m, 15 kV screened, large size insulated clips,
3 x 8 m with medium insulated clips 1002-642 supplied in carry holdall 1005-268
3 x 10 m with medium insulated clips 1002-643 20 m, 15 kV screened, large size insulated clips,
3 x 15 m with medium insulated clips 1002-644 supplied in carry holdall 1005-269
HV test lead sets (MIT1525 only) Other
3 x 3 m lead set, large size insulated clips 1008-023 CB101 5 kV Calibration Box 6311-077
3 x 5 m lead set, large size insulated clips 1005-259 UKAS calibration certificate 1000-047
3 x 10 m lead set, large size insulated clips 1005-260
3 x 15 m lead set, large size insulated clips 1005-261
3 x 3 m lead set, medium size insulated clips 1005-262
3 x 10 m lead set, medium size insulated clips 1005-263
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