Product ID: 155

HF-15B High Frequency Spark Tester

Product Overview

The HF-15B is ideal for applications testing smaller wires at high line speeds or when a direct ground to the center conductor is not possible/practical. 

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Clinton Model HF-15B High Frequency Sine Wave Spark Tester: Advanced Technology for 3kHz Spark Testing

The Clinton model HF-15B offers the latest technology and innovative features for efficient 3kHz spark testing of wire and cable.

Key Features:

  • Simple Configuration:
    • Quickly configured for extrusion or respooling operations via a user-friendly configuration menu on the alphanumeric display.
  • Accessible Data:
    • Displays critical data such as test voltage, percent load, and counts for various fault types.
    • Descriptive error codes alert the operator, e.g., when the protective electrode cover is open.
  • Flexible Display Module:
    • Can be mounted to the unit or installed up to 200 feet away with an optional longer interconnecting cable.
  • PLC Connectivity:
    • Easily connects to a PLC with Modbus RTU via RS-485 full duplex.
    • Optional communication interfaces: Analog, DeviceNET, Ethernet/IP, PROFINET, Profibus, and Modbus TCP.
    • External wiring and setup; no need to open the unit.
  • Relay Contacts:
    • One form C and three form A relay contacts on the rear panel.
    • Easy connection to external alarms, lights, or machinery.
    • Selectable relay functions: high voltage ON indication, fault alarm, bare wire alarm, and voltage watchdog.
  • Automatic Calibration:
    • Automatically calibrated for voltage to IEC/CEI 62230, EN 50356, UL, and NEMA standards with the STCAL system by Clinton Instrument Company.

Major Features:

  • Pinhole/Bare Wire Differentiation.
  • Flexible Communication Options.
  • Reliability
  • Ease of Use.
Voltage Test RangeApproximately 500V to 15kV RMS
Voltage Accuracy+/- 2% of reading
Test Frequency1000 to 3500Hz, depending on load capacitance
Output Power4mA Resistive, 40mA capacitive
Fault IndicationWhite 3-digit 20.32mm high LED display, amber fault indicating LED
Fault ResolutionVariable with electrode length or directly configurable from 1 millisecond to 2 seconds
Detection SensitivityConforms to IEC 62230
Operating ModesContinuous HV/remove voltage on fault, momentary process control/latch until reset
Relay Outputs1 Form C, 3 Form A / Configurable Functionality Relay contacts rated 1A max @ 240VAC or 2A max @120VAC for both NO and NC circuits. Front panel or external reset. In non-latch modes, closure time is adjustable in 10 millisecond increments from 50 milliseconds to 2 ½ seconds
Power Requirements100 to 240VAC 47-63 Hz. Power supply self-adjusting
SafetyDesigned to IEC-1010
CommunicationsModbus RTU via RS-485
OptionalAnalog, Ethernet IP, Modbus TCP, Profibus
CommunicationsProfinet, DeviceNET

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