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IRT.15B Portable 15kV Insulation Resistance Tester

The IRT.15B is a high-performance digital insulation resistance tester designed for professional field and laboratory testing. With selectable test voltages up to 15 kV, it is capable of measuring insulation resistances up to 30 TΩ, making it ideal for high-voltage cable systems, switchgear, transformers, and industrial applications.

This robust and portable unit includes advanced features such as real-time voltage/current curves, automatic DAR/PI calculation, ramp voltage testing, and filtered resistance test modes. Designed for safety, it complies with IEC 61010-1 CAT IV 600V, EMC standards, and is IP65 rated (with lid closed).

Key Features

  • Test voltages: 250 V to 15,000 V (7 levels)

  • Measure insulation resistance up to 30 TΩ

  • Real-time display of voltage and current curves

  • Automatic PI (Polarization Index) and DAR (Dielectric Absorption Ratio)

  • Ramp voltage test: Step increase in 10% increments

  • Filtered resistance test mode: 10s, 20s, 30s, 40s

  • Capacitance & leakage current measurement

  • USB port for data logging and export (up to 1000 test records)

  • Digital filtering for noise immunity

  • Automatic discharge after testing

  • Timing test function: 1 to 99,999 seconds

  • Dual power modes: AC or rechargeable lithium battery

  • Short circuit current: Up to 7 mA

Technical Specifications

Test Voltage Levels

  • 250 V, 500 V, 1,000 V, 2,500 V, 5,000 V, 10,000 V, 15,000 V

Insulation Resistance Range

  • Up to 30 TΩ

Voltage Accuracy

  • 100% – 110% of nominal value

Voltage Measurement Accuracy

  • ±5% + 3 V

Short Circuit Current

  • 7 mA

Ramp Test

  • Increments: 10% steps from 10% to 100% of preset voltage

Current Measurement

  • Precision: ±5% + 0.2 nA

Capacitance Measurement

  • Range: 0 – 99.99 μF

  • Accuracy: ±10% + 10 nF

Filtered Resistance Test Modes

  • Duration options: 10 s, 20 s, 30 s, 40 s

Timing Test

  • Range: 1 – 99,999 seconds

Power Supply

  • AC Input: 220 V ±10%, 50/60 Hz, 20 VA

  • Battery: 16.8 V rechargeable Lithium-ion battery

  • Battery Life:

    • Up to 6 hours at 15 kV / 100 MΩ load

    • Typical field use: ~4 hours continuous testing

Safety & Environmental Ratings

Parameter Value
Safety Standard IEC 61010-1 CAT IV 600 V
EMC Compliance IEC 61326-1
Ingress Protection IP65 (with lid closed)
Electrostatic Immunity IEC 61000-4-2
Electromagnetic Immunity IEC 61000-4-3

Physical Characteristics

Specification Value
Dimensions 32 cm × 28 cm × 13 cm
Weight Approx. 3.8 kg (8.4 lbs)

 

Application

  • Medium and high-voltage cable diagnostics

  • Switchgear & transformer insulation testing

  • Preventive maintenance in power utilities

  • High-voltage motors and generators

  • Field & lab insulation testing environments

Included Accessories

  • 2 High-voltage measuring leads

  • 1 GUARD test lead

  • USB cable for data export

  • Power adapter

  • Carrying case

  • Operating instructions manual

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