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PN 2401027 April 2005 Rev.1, 1/06 © 2005-2006 Fluke Corporation. Printed in USA All product names are trademarks of their respective companies. ® 1587/1577 Insulation Multimeters Users Manual All rights reserved.
PN 2401027 April 2005 Rev.1, 1/06 © 2005-2006 Fluke Corporation. Printed in USA All product names are trademarks of their respective companies. ® 1587/1577 Insulation Multimeters Users Manual All rights reserved.
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... Canada +31-402-675-200 in Europe +81-3-3434-0181 in Japan +65-738-5655 in the world Visit Fluke's web site at: www.fluke.com Register your Meter at the distribution level; 1587/1577 Insulation Multimeters Introduction The Fluke Models 1587,1587T, and 1577 are designed to protect against transients in Fixed equipment installations at : register...
... Canada +31-402-675-200 in Europe +81-3-3434-0181 in Japan +65-738-5655 in the world Visit Fluke's web site at: www.fluke.com Register your Meter at the distribution level; 1587/1577 Insulation Multimeters Introduction The Fluke Models 1587,1587T, and 1577 are designed to protect against transients in Fixed equipment installations at : register...
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Insulation Multimeters Safety Information • Remove test leads from the Meter before use if the readings are high or noisy. B F X b Table 1. Do not use . see manual 3 Symbols ...; Check the test leads for continuity before opening the Meter case or battery door. Battery (Low battery when shown on display.) J I T W Earth Ground Fuse Double Insulated Important information;
Insulation Multimeters Safety Information • Remove test leads from the Meter before use if the readings are high or noisy. B F X b Table 1. Do not use . see manual 3 Symbols ...; Check the test leads for continuity before opening the Meter case or battery door. Battery (Low battery when shown on display.) J I T W Earth Ground Fuse Double Insulated Important information;
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..., measurement units, modifiers, etc.). E DC mV 0.1 mV to 1000 V. o Ohms from - 40 °C to + 537 °C (- 40 °F to 50 MΩ. Rotary Switch bav02f.eps Insulation Multimeters Rotary Switch Positions Table 2. k (1587 and 1587T only) Temperature from 0.1 Ω to + 998 °F). Figure 1. Rotary Switch Positions Turn the Meter on by selecting any...
..., measurement units, modifiers, etc.). E DC mV 0.1 mV to 1000 V. o Ohms from - 40 °C to + 537 °C (- 40 °F to 50 MΩ. Rotary Switch bav02f.eps Insulation Multimeters Rotary Switch Positions Table 2. k (1587 and 1587T only) Temperature from 0.1 Ω to + 998 °F). Figure 1. Rotary Switch Positions Turn the Meter on by selecting any...
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...to release the lock. Table 3. Press again to access blue functions on the remote probe. The test lock acts to Auto Ranging mode. Insulation Multimeters Buttons Button Description f (1587 and 1587T only) Activate frequency measurement. The backlight goes off . The blue button. h In MIN MAX ... and hold to Manual Ranging mode. m (1587 and 1587T only) Press to source (output) a high voltage and measure insulation resistance. Causes the Meter to start retaining maximum, minimum, and average values. r Changes Ranging mode from Auto (default) to cancel MIN ...
...to release the lock. Table 3. Press again to access blue functions on the remote probe. The test lock acts to Auto Ranging mode. Insulation Multimeters Buttons Button Description f (1587 and 1587T only) Activate frequency measurement. The backlight goes off . The blue button. h In MIN MAX ... and hold to Manual Ranging mode. m (1587 and 1587T only) Press to source (output) a high voltage and measure insulation resistance. Causes the Meter to start retaining maximum, minimum, and average values. r Changes Ranging mode from Auto (default) to cancel MIN ...
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... switch positions, and when batt appears on the display. Indicates the low-pass filter function for insulation testing on the input. Also appears when the display shows 0L in Hz. Insulation Multimeters Understanding the Display Indicator Description Y S Indicates AutoHold is detected on Model 1587 only. Table ... display 9 Smoothing dampens display fluctuations of rapidly changing inputs by digital filtering. The Z also appears when insulation test is selected. X Continuity test function is selected O (1587 and 1587T only) Diode test function is active.
... switch positions, and when batt appears on the display. Indicates the low-pass filter function for insulation testing on the input. Also appears when the display shows 0L in Hz. Insulation Multimeters Understanding the Display Indicator Description Y S Indicates AutoHold is detected on Model 1587 only. Table ... display 9 Smoothing dampens display fluctuations of rapidly changing inputs by digital filtering. The Z also appears when insulation test is selected. X Continuity test function is selected O (1587 and 1587T only) Diode test function is active.
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CAL Invalid calibration data. Have the Meter serviced. Err Insulation Multimeters Input Terminals Input Terminals Input terminals are shown in Figure 4 and described in Table 6. 1 3 2 4 Figure 4. Error Messages (cont.) Message Description diSc Meter cannot discharge a capacitor. Calibrate the Meter. Input Terminals bav04f.eps 11 EPPr Err Invalid EEProm data. Table 5.
CAL Invalid calibration data. Have the Meter serviced. Err Insulation Multimeters Input Terminals Input Terminals Input terminals are shown in Figure 4 and described in Table 6. 1 3 2 4 Figure 4. Error Messages (cont.) Message Description diSc Meter cannot discharge a capacitor. Calibrate the Meter. Input Terminals bav04f.eps 11 EPPr Err Invalid EEProm data. Table 5.
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Starts the Calibration mode. Insulation Multimeters AutoHold Mode In the AutoHold mode, the Meter holds the reading on the display until the button is released. When the inputs go below the ... to activate AutoHold. Disables the beeper. Display shows PoFF until the button is in a MIN MAX AVG Recording mode, AutoHold mode, and when performing an insulation test. Sleep mode is also disabled while the Meter is released. MIN MAX AVG mode can be captured.
Starts the Calibration mode. Insulation Multimeters AutoHold Mode In the AutoHold mode, the Meter holds the reading on the display until the button is released. When the inputs go below the ... to activate AutoHold. Disables the beeper. Display shows PoFF until the button is in a MIN MAX AVG Recording mode, AutoHold mode, and when performing an insulation test. Sleep mode is also disabled while the Meter is released. MIN MAX AVG mode can be captured.
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... possible presence of True RMS Meters composite sine waves that blocks unwanted frequencies above 800 Hz. The low pass filter can improve measurement performance on Insulation Multimeters Understanding AC Zero Input Behavior of hazardous voltage. First, make a voltage measurement without the filter to Figure 5. Select ranges by inverters and variable frequency motor...
... possible presence of True RMS Meters composite sine waves that blocks unwanted frequencies above 800 Hz. The low pass filter can improve measurement performance on Insulation Multimeters Understanding AC Zero Input Behavior of hazardous voltage. First, make a voltage measurement without the filter to Figure 5. Select ranges by inverters and variable frequency motor...
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Measuring AC and DC Voltage Volts AC LO HOLD MIN MAX TEST Volts DC LO HOLD MIN MAX TEST Insulation Multimeters Making Basic Measurements Millivolts DC LO HOLD MIN MAX TEST Figure 6. Measuring AC and DC Voltage bav05f.eps 17
Measuring AC and DC Voltage Volts AC LO HOLD MIN MAX TEST Volts DC LO HOLD MIN MAX TEST Insulation Multimeters Making Basic Measurements Millivolts DC LO HOLD MIN MAX TEST Figure 6. Measuring AC and DC Voltage bav05f.eps 17
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Measuring Capacitance bav07f.eps 19 Measuring Resistance bav06f.eps Figure 9. LO HOLD MIN MAX TEST Insulation Multimeters Making Basic Measurements Measuring Capacitance (Model 1587 and 1587T) . LO HOLD MIN MAX TEST Figure 8. Measuring Resistance .
Measuring Capacitance bav07f.eps 19 Measuring Resistance bav06f.eps Figure 9. LO HOLD MIN MAX TEST Insulation Multimeters Making Basic Measurements Measuring Capacitance (Model 1587 and 1587T) . LO HOLD MIN MAX TEST Figure 8. Measuring Resistance .
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Testing Diodes Insulation Multimeters Making Basic Measurements Bad Diode LO HOLD MIN MAX TEST and Shorted Constant Beep bav10f.eps 21 Testing Diodes (Model 1587 and 1587T) . Good Diode LO HOLD MIN MAX TEST Good Diode LO HOLD MIN MAX TEST Bad Diode LO HOLD MIN MAX TEST Forward Bias Open Single Beep Reverse Bias Figure 11.
Testing Diodes Insulation Multimeters Making Basic Measurements Bad Diode LO HOLD MIN MAX TEST and Shorted Constant Beep bav10f.eps 21 Testing Diodes (Model 1587 and 1587T) . Good Diode LO HOLD MIN MAX TEST Good Diode LO HOLD MIN MAX TEST Bad Diode LO HOLD MIN MAX TEST Forward Bias Open Single Beep Reverse Bias Figure 11.
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LO HOLD MIN MAX TEST LO HOLD MIN MAX TEST DC Display Insulation Multimeters Making Basic Measurements Load Load Figure 12. Measuring AC or DC Current Load bav11f.eps 23
LO HOLD MIN MAX TEST LO HOLD MIN MAX TEST DC Display Insulation Multimeters Making Basic Measurements Load Load Figure 12. Measuring AC or DC Current Load bav11f.eps 23
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Connect the Meter to select dc if needed. 4. In the c position press the blue button to the signal source. 2. Testing Insulation bav13f.eps 25 Turn the rotary switch to end this function Figure 13. Press the f button. 5. To measure frequency, set up ...steps below. 1. Press the blue button, the f button, or change the rotary switch position to the B, C, or c position. 3. LO HOLD MIN MAX Insulation Multimeters Making Basic Measurements Measuring Frequency (Model 1587 and 1587T) The Meter measures the frequency of a voltage or current signal by counting the number of times...
Connect the Meter to select dc if needed. 4. In the c position press the blue button to the signal source. 2. Testing Insulation bav13f.eps 25 Turn the rotary switch to end this function Figure 13. Press the f button. 5. To measure frequency, set up ...steps below. 1. Press the blue button, the f button, or change the rotary switch position to the B, C, or c position. 3. LO HOLD MIN MAX Insulation Multimeters Making Basic Measurements Measuring Frequency (Model 1587 and 1587T) The Meter measures the frequency of a voltage or current signal by counting the number of times...
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Do not use abrasives or solvents. Insert a test probe in Figure 15. LO HOLD MIN MAX TEST Insulation Multimeters Cleaning 440 mA OK Figure 15. This initiates a battery test and displays the charge level of the battery. Testing the Fuse XWWarning To avoid electrical ... leads and any input signals before replacing the fuse. Test the fuse as shown in the mA input terminal. Turn the rotary switch to the INSULATION position. Testing the Batteries To test the batteries, press h and turn to the rotary switch to the N position and verify the Meter is bad and...
Do not use abrasives or solvents. Insert a test probe in Figure 15. LO HOLD MIN MAX TEST Insulation Multimeters Cleaning 440 mA OK Figure 15. This initiates a battery test and displays the charge level of the battery. Testing the Fuse XWWarning To avoid electrical ... leads and any input signals before replacing the fuse. Test the fuse as shown in the mA input terminal. Turn the rotary switch to the INSULATION position. Testing the Batteries To test the batteries, press h and turn to the rotary switch to the N position and verify the Meter is bad and...
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Insulation test use 1000 hours; Certifications CSA per IEC 61010-1 2nd Edition (1 meter drop test, six sides, oak floor) Electromagnetic Compatibility In an RF field of 3 V/M, ... Part 1-1002 Batteries Four AA batteries (NEDA 15A or IEC LR6) Battery Life Meter use : Meter can perform at least 1000 insulation tests with fresh alkaline batteries at room temperature. Insulation Multimeters Specifications Specifications General Specifications Maximum Voltage Applied to any Terminal.........1000 V ac rms or dc Storage Temperature 40 °C to 60...
Insulation test use 1000 hours; Certifications CSA per IEC 61010-1 2nd Edition (1 meter drop test, six sides, oak floor) Electromagnetic Compatibility In an RF field of 3 V/M, ... Part 1-1002 Batteries Four AA batteries (NEDA 15A or IEC LR6) Battery Life Meter use : Meter can perform at least 1000 insulation tests with fresh alkaline batteries at room temperature. Insulation Multimeters Specifications Specifications General Specifications Maximum Voltage Applied to any Terminal.........1000 V ac rms or dc Storage Temperature 40 °C to 60...
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...to 500 V, decreasing linearly to the rms value of range. Insulation Multimeters Electrical Specifications 1587 and 1587T Low-Pass Filter Voltage Range 600...% + 3) + (1 % + 3) + (1 % + 3) + (2 % + 3) 60 Hz to 400 Hz ± (% of Rdg + Digits) + (2 % + 3) - (6 % - 3) + (2 % + 3) - (6 % - 3) + (2 % + 3) - (6 % - 3) + (2 % + 3) - (6 % - 3) + (2 % + 3) - (6 % - 3) 1577 Accuracy Range 600.0 mV 6.000 V 60.00 V 600.0 V 1000 V Resolution 0.1 mV 0.001 V 0.01 V 0.1 V 1 V 50 Hz to 60 Hz ± (% of Rdg + Digits) + (2 % + 3) + (2 % + 3) + (2 % + 3) + (2 % + 3) + (2 % + 3) AC Conversion Inputs...
...to 500 V, decreasing linearly to the rms value of range. Insulation Multimeters Electrical Specifications 1587 and 1587T Low-Pass Filter Voltage Range 600...% + 3) + (1 % + 3) + (1 % + 3) + (2 % + 3) 60 Hz to 400 Hz ± (% of Rdg + Digits) + (2 % + 3) - (6 % - 3) + (2 % + 3) - (6 % - 3) + (2 % + 3) - (6 % - 3) + (2 % + 3) - (6 % - 3) + (2 % + 3) - (6 % - 3) 1577 Accuracy Range 600.0 mV 6.000 V 60.00 V 600.0 V 1000 V Resolution 0.1 mV 0.001 V 0.01 V 0.1 V 1 V 50 Hz to 60 Hz ± (% of Rdg + Digits) + (2 % + 3) + (2 % + 3) + (2 % + 3) + (2 % + 3) + (2 % + 3) AC Conversion Inputs...
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Insulation Multimeters Electrical Specifications DC and AC Current Measurement Range AC 45 Hz to crest factor Resolution 0.1 mA 0.01 mA Accuracy 1587 and 1587T ± (% of Rdg+Digits) + (1.5 % + 2) [1] + (1.5 % + 2) [1] Accuracy 1577 ± (% of Rdg+Digits) + (2 % + 2) [1] + (2 % + 2) [1] 0.1 mA 0.01 mA + (0.2 % + 2) + (0.2 % + 2) + (1.0 % + 2) + (1.0 % + 2) Burden Voltage (Typical) 2 mV/mA 2 mV/mA Overload 600 mA for 2 minutes maximum Overload Protection 440 mA...
Insulation Multimeters Electrical Specifications DC and AC Current Measurement Range AC 45 Hz to crest factor Resolution 0.1 mA 0.01 mA Accuracy 1587 and 1587T ± (% of Rdg+Digits) + (1.5 % + 2) [1] + (1.5 % + 2) [1] Accuracy 1577 ± (% of Rdg+Digits) + (2 % + 2) [1] + (2 % + 2) [1] 0.1 mA 0.01 mA + (0.2 % + 2) + (0.2 % + 2) + (1.0 % + 2) + (1.0 % + 2) Burden Voltage (Typical) 2 mV/mA 2 mV/mA Overload 600 mA for 2 minutes maximum Overload Protection 440 mA...
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Insulation Multimeters Electrical Specifications Frequency Measurement (1587 and 1587T Only) Range Resolution 99.99 Hz 999.9 Hz 9.999 kHz 99.99kHz 0.01 Hz 0.1 Hz 0.001 kHz 0.01 ...
Insulation Multimeters Electrical Specifications Frequency Measurement (1587 and 1587T Only) Range Resolution 99.99 Hz 999.9 Hz 9.999 kHz 99.99kHz 0.01 Hz 0.1 Hz 0.001 kHz 0.01 ...
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...100 V (0 % to + 20 %) 250 V (0 % to + 20 %) 500 V (0 % to + 20 %) 1000 V (0 % to + 20 %) Model 1577 Output Voltage 500 V (0 % to + 20 %) 1000 V (0 % to + 20 %) Display Range 0.01 to 6.00 MΩ 6.0 to 50.0 MΩ 0....8486; 0.01 MΩ 0.1 MΩ 1 MΩ 0.1 MΩ 1 MΩ 0.1 MΩ 1 MΩ 0.1 MΩ 1 MΩ 100 MΩ Resolution 0.1 MΩ 1 MΩ 0.1 MΩ Insulation Multimeters Electrical Specifications Test Current 1 mA @ 50 kΩ Resistance Accuracy ± (% of Rdg + Digits) ± (3 % + 5 counts) 1 mA @ 100 kΩ ± (3 % + 5 counts) 1...
...100 V (0 % to + 20 %) 250 V (0 % to + 20 %) 500 V (0 % to + 20 %) 1000 V (0 % to + 20 %) Model 1577 Output Voltage 500 V (0 % to + 20 %) 1000 V (0 % to + 20 %) Display Range 0.01 to 6.00 MΩ 6.0 to 50.0 MΩ 0....8486; 0.01 MΩ 0.1 MΩ 1 MΩ 0.1 MΩ 1 MΩ 0.1 MΩ 1 MΩ 0.1 MΩ 1 MΩ 100 MΩ Resolution 0.1 MΩ 1 MΩ 0.1 MΩ Insulation Multimeters Electrical Specifications Test Current 1 mA @ 50 kΩ Resistance Accuracy ± (% of Rdg + Digits) ± (3 % + 5 counts) 1 mA @ 100 kΩ ± (3 % + 5 counts) 1...