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Users Manual

June 2005
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Table of Contents

Title
Introduction ....................................................................................................................
Contacting Fluke ............................................................................................................
Safety Information ..........................................................................................................
Unsafe Voltage...............................................................................................................
Battery Saver (Sleep Mode) ...........................................................................................
Rotary Switch Positions..................................................................................................
Buttons and Indicators....................................................................................................
Understanding the Display .............................................................................................
Input Terminals...............................................................................................................
Power-Up Options ..........................................................................................................
Making Measurements ...................................................................................................
Measuring Volts.........................................................................................................
Measuring Earth-Bond Resistance ............................................................................
Measuring Insulation Resistance...............................................................................
Measuring Polarization Index and Dielectric Absorption Ratios (Model 1507) ...............
Using the Compare Function (Model 1507)....................................................................
Cleaning .........................................................................................................................

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Testing the Batteries ......................................................................................................
Testing the Fuse ............................................................................................................
Replacing the Batteries and Fuse..................................................................................
Specifications.................................................................................................................
General Specifications ..............................................................................................
AC/DC Voltage Measurement ...................................................................................
Earth-bond Resistance Measurement.......................................................................
Insulation Specifications............................................................................................
Model 1507 ..........................................................................................................
Model 1503 ..........................................................................................................
EN61557 Specification .........................................................................................
Insulation Resistance Maximum and Minimum Display Values............................
Earth-Bond Resistance Maximum Display Values ...............................................

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Table

Title

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Symbols.................................................................................................................................
Rotary Switch Selections.......................................................................................................
Buttons and Indicators...........................................................................................................
Display Indicators ..................................................................................................................
Error Messages .....................................................................................................................
Input Terminal Descriptions...................................................................................................
Power-Up Options .................................................................................................................

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Rotary Switch ........................................................................................................................

Buttons and Indicators...........................................................................................................
Display Indicators ..................................................................................................................
Input Terminals......................................................................................................................
Measuring Volts.....................................................................................................................
Measuring Earth-bond Resistance ........................................................................................
Measuring Insulation Resistance...........................................................................................
Measuring Polarization Index and Dielectric Absorption Ratios ............................................
Using the Compare Function.................................................................................................
Testing the Fuse....................................................................................................................
Replacing the Fuse and Battery ............................................................................................

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Insulation Testers
Introduction
The Fluke model 1507 and model 1503 are
battery-powered insulation testers (hereafter, "the
Tester"). Although this manual describes the operation of
both Models 1507 and 1503, all illustrations and
examples assume use of model 1507.
These Testers meet CAT IV IEC 61010 standards. The
IEC 61010 standard defines four measurement
categories (CAT I to IV) based on the magnitude of
danger from transient impulses. CAT IV Testers are
designed to protect against transients from the primary
supply level (overhead or underground utility service).

The Tester measures or tests the following:

AC / DC Voltage
Insulation Resistance

Earth-Bond Resistance

Contacting Fluke
To contact Fluke, call:
1-888-993-5853 in USA
1-800-363-5853 in Canada
+31-402-678-200 in Europe
+81-3-3434-0181 in Japan
+65-738-5655 in Singapore
+1-425-446-5500 from anywhere in the world
Visit Fluke's web site at: www.fluke.com
Register your Tester at: register.fluke.com

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Safety Information
Use the Tester only as specified in this manual. Otherwise, the protection provided by the Tester may be impaired. See
Table 1 for a list of symbols used on the Tester and in this manual.
A XWWarning identifies hazardous conditions and actions that could cause bodily harm or death.
A XWCaution identifies conditions and actions that could damage the Tester, the equipment under test, or cause
permanent loss of data.

XWWarning
To avoid possible electric shock or personal injury, follow these guidelines:

Use the Tester only as specified in this manual or the protection provided by the Tester might be
impaired.
Do not use the Tester or test leads if they appear damaged, or if the Tester is not operating properly. If
in doubt, have the Tester serviced.
Always use the proper terminal, switch position, and range for measurements before connecting Tester
to circuit under test.
Verify the Testers operation by measuring a known voltage.
Do not apply more than the rated voltage as marked on the Tester, between the terminals or between
any terminal and earth ground.
Use caution with voltages above 30 V ac rms, 42 V ac peak, or 60 V dc. These voltages pose a shock
hazard.
Replace the battery as soon as the low battery indicator (b) appears.
Disconnect circuit power and discharge all high-voltage capacitors before testing resistance,
continuity, diodes, or capacitance.
Do not use the Tester around explosive gas or vapor.
When using the test leads, keep your fingers behind the finger guards.

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Safety Information

Remove test leads from the Tester before opening the Tester case or battery door. Never operate the
Tester with the cover removed or the battery door open.
Comply with local and national safety requirements when working in hazardous locations.
Use proper protective equipment, as required by local or national authorities when working in
hazardous areas.
Avoid working alone.
Use only the replacement fuse specified or the protection may be impaired.
Check the test leads for continuity before use. Do not use if the readings are high or noisy.
Table 1. Symbols

B
F
X
b

AC (Alternating Current)
DC (Direct Current)
WARNING: risk of electric shock
Battery (Low battery when shown on display)

J
I
T
W

Earth Ground
Fuse
Double Insulated
Important information; see manual

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Unsafe Voltage

Rotary Switch Positions

To alert you to the presence of a potentially hazardous

voltage, when the Tester detects a voltage 30 V in
insulation test, 2 V in resistance, or a voltage overload
(OL), the Z symbol is displayed.

Turn the Tester on by selecting any measurement

function. The Tester presents a standard display for that
function (range, measurement units, modifiers, etc.). Use
the blue button to select any rotary switch alternate
functions (labelled with blue letters). Rotary switch
selections are shown in Figure 1 and described in Table 2.

Battery Saver (Sleep Mode)

The Tester enters the Sleep mode and blanks the
display if there is no function change or button press for
10 minutes. This is done to conserve battery power. The
Tester comes out of Sleep mode when a key is pressed or
when the rotary switch is turned.
The 10 minute timer is disabled during any insulation
resistance or earth bond resistance measurement. The
time period starts immediately following any
measurement.

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Figure 1. Rotary Switch

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Buttons and Indicators
Table 2. Rotary Switch Selections
Switch
Position

Measurement Function

AC or DC voltage from 0.1 V to 600.0 V.

Ohms from 0.01 to 20.00 k.

f
e
250V
100V
50V

Buttons and Indicators

Use the buttons to activate features that augment the
function selected with the rotary switch. There are also two
indicators on the front of the Tester which light up when
active. The buttons and indicators are shown in Figure 2
and described in Table 3.

Ohms from 0.01 M to 10.0 G for the

Model 1507 and 0.01 to 2000 M for the
Model 1503.
Performs insulation tests with 50, 100, 250,
500 and 1000 V source on the 1507 or 500
and 1000 V source on the 1503.

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Figure 2. Buttons and Indicators

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Table 3. Buttons and Indicators
Button/
Indicator

Description

Description

Press the blue button to select alternate

measurement functions.

Press to configure the Tester for a

polarization index or dielectric absorption
ratio test. The test will start when you press
the T button.

Sets a pass/fail limit for insulation tests.

Test lock. When pressed before the T

button, the test remains active until you
press the lock or test button again to
release the lock.

Button/
Indicator

Turns the backlight on and off. The

backlight goes off after 2 minutes.

Initiates an insulation test when the rotary

switch is an INSULATION position. Causes the
Tester to source (output) a high voltage
and measure insulation resistance.
Initiates a resistance test when the rotary
switch is in the ohms position.

Unsafe voltage warning. Indicates 30 V or

greater (ac or dc depending on the rotary
switch position) is detected on the input.
Also appears when the display shows 0L in
the b switch positions, and when batt
appears on the display. The Z also appears
when insulation test is active.

Pass indicator. Indicates when the

insulation resistance measurement is
greater than the selected compare limit.

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Understanding the Display

Understanding the Display

Table 4. Display Indicators

Display indicators are shown in Figure 3 and described in

Table 4. Error messages that may appear on the display
are described in Table 5.

Indicator
l

Description
Indicates an insulation or resistance
test is locked on.

Minus or greater than symbols

Unsafe voltage warning.

Low battery. Indicates when it is

time to replace the battery. When
B is on, the backlight button is
disabled to conserve battery life.

XW Warning

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Figure 3. Display Indicators

To avoid false readings, which

could lead to possible electric
shock or personal injury,
replace the battery as soon as
the low battery indicator
appears.

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Table 5. Error Messages

Table 4 Display Indicators (cont.)

Indicator
P d

ZERO

VAC, VDC, ,
k, M, G

Ohms lead zero is active.

batt

Measurement units
Primary display

VDC

Volts

1888

Secondary display

Message

Polarization index or dielectric

absorption ratio test is selected

88.8.8

COMPARE

Description

Indicates selected pass/fail compare

value.
Insulation test indicator. Appears when
insulation test voltage is present.

>

CAL Err

Description
Appears on the primary display and
indicates that the battery is too low for
reliable operation. The Tester will not
operate at all until the battery is replaced.
The B also appears when batt is on the
primary display.
Indicates an out of range value.
Invalid calibration data. Calibrate the Tester.

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Input Terminals
Table 6. Input Terminal Descriptions

Input Terminals
.

Input terminals are shown in Figure 4 and described in

Table 6.

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Figure 4. Input Terminals

Item

Description

Input terminal for resistance measurement.

Common (return) terminal for all measurements.

Input terminal for volts or insulation test.

Power-Up Options
Holding a button down while turning the Tester on
activates a power-up option. Power-up options allow you
to use additional features and functions of the Tester. To
select a power-up option, hold down the appropriate
button indicated while turning the Tester from OFF to any
switch position. Power-up options are cancelled when the
Tester is turned OFF. Power-up options are described in
Table 7.

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Table 7. Power-Up Options
Button

Description
bswitch position turns on all LCD
segments.

O switch position displays the software

version number.
f switch position displays the model
number.

Starts the Calibration mode. The Tester

displays CAL and enters Calibration mode
when the button is released.
Note

Power Up options are active when the button is

pressed.

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Making Measurements
The figures on the following pages show how to make
measurements.
When connecting the test leads to the circuit or device,
connect the common (COM) test lead before connecting
the live lead; when removing the test leads, remove the
live lead before removing the common test lead.

XWWarning
To avoid electric shock, injury, or damage to
the Tester, disconnect circuit power and
discharge all high-voltage capacitors before
testing.

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Making Measurements

Measuring Volts

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Measuring Earth-Bond Resistance

Resistance tests should only be performed on
de-energized circuits. Check the fuse before testing. See
Testing the Fuse later in this manual. Connecting to an
energized circuit while the test is active will blow the fuse.

INSULATION TESTER

Note
Measurements can be adversely affected by
impedances of additional operating circuits
connected in parallel or by transient currents.
To measure resistance:
1.

Insert test probes in the and COM input terminals.

2.

Turn the rotary switch to the O position.

3.

Short the ends of the probes together, press the blue

button and wait until dashes appear on the display.
The Tester measures the probe resistance, stores the
reading in memory, and subtracts it from readings.
The probe resistance reading is saved even when the
Tester is turned off. If the probe resistance is >2 ,
the resistance will not be saved.

4.

Connect the probes to the circuit to be measured. The

Tester automatically detects if the circuit is energized.

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Figure 5. Measuring Volts

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The primary display shows ---- until you press the

T button and a valid resistance reading is
obtained.
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5.

The high voltage symbol (Y) along with a primary

display of >2 V warns if voltage greater than 2 V
ac or dc is present. In this condition, the test is
inhibited. Disconnect the Tester and remove
power before proceeding.

If the Tester chirps when you press the T

button, the test is inhibited because voltage is
present at the probes.

INSULATION TESTER

Push and hold the T button to start the test. The

t icon appears on the lower portion of the display
until you release the T button. The resistance
reading appears on the primary display until a new
test is started or a different function or range is
selected.
When resistance is higher than the maximum display
range, the Tester displays the > symbol and the
maximum resistance for the range.

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Figure 6. Measuring Earth-Bond Resistance

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Measuring Insulation Resistance

4.

Insulation tests should only be performed on de-energized

circuits. To measure insulation resistance set up the
Tester as shown in Figure 7 and follow the steps below:
1.

Insert test probes in the V and COM input terminals.

2.

Turn the rotary switch to the desired test voltage.

3.

Connect the probes to the circuit to be measured. The

Tester automatically detects if the circuit is energized.

The primary display shows - - - - until you press

T and a valid insulation resistance reading
is obtained.

The high voltage symbol (Z) along with a primary

display of >30 V warns if voltage more than 30 V
ac or dc is present. In this condition, the test is
inhibited. Disconnect the Tester and remove
power before proceeding.

Push and hold T to start the test. The secondary

display shows the test voltage applied to the circuit
under test. The high voltage symbol (Z) along with a
primary display showing the resistance in M or G
appears. The t icon appears on the lower portion of
the display until T is released.
When resistance is higher than the maximum display
range, the Tester displays the Q symbol and the
maximum resistance for the range.

5.

Keep the probes on the test points and release the

T button. The circuit under test then discharges
through the Tester. The resistance reading appears
on the primary display until a new test is started or a
different function or range is selected or > 30 V is
detected.

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Measuring Polarization Index and

Dielectric Absorption Ratios (Model
1507)

INSULATION TESTER

Polarization Index (PI) is the ratio of the 10-minute

insulation resistance to the 1 minute insulation resistance.
Dielectric Absorption Ratio (DAR) is the ratio of the
1-minute insulation resistance to the 30 second insulation
resistance.
Insulation tests should only be performed on de-energized
circuits. To measure the polarization index or dielectric
absorption ratio:
1.

Insert test probes in the INSULATION and COM input

terminals.
Note
Because of the time required to perform the PI
and DAR tests, use of test clips is recommended.

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2.

Turn the rotary switch to the desired test voltage

position.

3.

Press the E button to select polarization index or

dielectric absorption ratio.

4.

Connect the probes to the circuit to be measured. The

Tester automatically detects if the circuit is energized.

Figure 7. Measuring Insulation Resistance

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5.

The primary display shows ---- until you press the

T button and a valid resistance reading is
obtained.

The high voltage symbol (Z) along with a primary

display of >30 V warns if voltage greater that 30
V ac or dc is present. If high voltage is present,
the test is inhibited.

To interrupt a PI or DAR test before it is

completed, momentarily press T. When you
release T, the circuit under test will
automatically be discharged through the Tester.

Press and release T to start the test. During

testing, the secondary display shows the test voltage
applied to the circuit under test. The high voltage
symbol (Z) along with a primary display showing the
resistance in M or G. The t icon appears on the
lower portion of the display until the test is finished.
When the test is completed, the PI or DAR value is
displayed on the primary display. The circuit under
test will automatically be discharged through the
Tester. If either value used to calculate PI or DAR
was greater than the maximum display range, or the
1-minute value was greater than 5000 M, the
primary display will show Err.

When resistance is higher than the maximum

display range, the Tester displays the > symbol
and the maximum resistance for the range.

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Using the Compare Function (Model

1507)
Use the Compare function to set a pass/fail compare level
for the insulation measurements. To use the Compare
function:

or

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Figure 8. Measuring Polarization Index and Dielectric

Absorption Ratios

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1.

Press the C button to select the desired compare

value. You can choose from 100 k, 200 k, 500 k,
1 M, 2 M, 5 M, 10 M, 20 M, 50 M, 100 M,
200 M, and 500 M.

2.

Perform insulation tests as described earlier in this

manual.

3.

The green pass indicator will appear if the measured

value is greater than the selected value.

4.

Press and hold the C button for 1 second to

disable the Compare function. The pass indicator will
turn off when you start a new test or choose a new
compare value.

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Cleaning

Cleaning
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Periodically wipe the case with a damp cloth and mild

detergent. Do not use abrasives or solvents. Dirt or
moisture in the terminals can affect readings. Allow time
for drying before using the Tester.

INSULATION TESTER

Testing the Batteries

The Tester continuously monitors battery voltage. If the
low battery icon (B) appears on the display, there is
minimal battery life left. To test the batteries:
1.

Turn the rotary switch to the b position with no

probes inserted.

2.

Press the blue button to initiate the fully loaded

battery test. The voltage function displays clear and
the measured battery voltage is shown in the primary
display for 2 seconds, the voltage display then
returns.

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Figure 9. Using the Compare Function

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Testing the Fuse

XWWarning
To avoid electrical shock or injury, remove
the test leads and any input signals before
replacing the fuse.

315 mA
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INSULATION TESTER

Fuse

OK

Test the fuse as described below and shown in Figure 10.

Replace the fuse as shown in Figure 11.
1.

Turn the rotary switch to the O position.

2.

Press and hold T. If the display reading is FUSE,

the fuse is bad and should be replaced.

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Figure 10. Testing the Fuse

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Replacing the Batteries and Fuse

Replacing the Batteries and Fuse

Replace the fuse and batteries as shown in Figure 11.
Follow the steps below to replace the batteries.

XWWarning
To avoid shock, injury, or damage to the
Tester:

To avoid false readings, which could lead

to possible electric shock or personal
injury, replace the batteries as soon as
the battery indicator (B) appears.

Use ONLY fuses with the amperage,

interrupt, voltage, and speed ratings
specified.

1.

Turn the rotary switch to OFF and remove

the test leads from the terminals.

Remove the battery door by using a standard

screwdriver to turn the battery door lock until the
unlock symbol aligns with the arrow.

2.

Remove and replace the batteries.

3.

Replace the battery door and secure by turning the

battery door lock until the lock symbol aligns with the
arrow.

F315 mA 1000 V
Min interrupt rating
10000 A
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Fuse, Fast, 315 mA,

Fluke PN 2279339
1000 V, Min Interrupt Rating
10000 A
Battery, 1.5 V AA Alkaline,
NEDA 15A, IEC LR6

Fluke PN 376756

Figure 11. Replacing the Fuse and Battery

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Specifications
Need intro paragraph here

General Specifications
Maximum Voltage Applied to any Terminal ........600 V ac rms or dc
Storage Temperature ..........................................-40 C to 60 C (-40 F to 140 F)
Operating Temperature.......................................-20 C to 55 C (-4 F to 131 F)
Temperature Coefficient......................................0.05 x (specified accuracy) per C for temperatures < 18 C or > 28 C
(< 64 F or > 82 F)
Relative Humidity ................................................Noncondensing
0 % to 95 % @ 10 C to 30 C (50 F to 86 F)
0 % to 75 % @ 30 C to 40 C (86 F to 104 F)
0 % to 40 % @ 40 C to 55 C (104 F to 131 F)
Vibration ..............................................................Random, 2 g, 5-500 Hz per MIL-PRF-28800F, Class 2 instrument
nd

Shock ..................................................................1 meter drop per IEC 61010-1 2 Edition (1 meter drop test, six sides, oak floor)
Electromagnetic Compatibility.............................In an RF field of 3 V/M, accuracy = specified accuracy (EN 61326-1:1997).
Safety ..................................................................Complies with ANSI/ISA 82.02.01 (61010-1) 2004, CAN/CSA-C22.2 NO. 61010-1-04, and
nd
IEC/EN 61010-1 2 Edition for measurement category IV 600 V (CAT IV)
Certifications .......................................................CSA per standard CSA/CAN C22.2 No. 61010.1-04; TUV per standard IEC/EN 61010-1
nd
2 Edition
Batteries ..............................................................Four AA batteries (NEDA 15A or IEC LR6)
Battery Life ..........................................................Insulation test use: Tester can perform at least 1000 insulation tests with fresh alkaline
batteries at room temperature. These are standard tests of 1000 V into 1 M with a duty
cycle of 5 seconds on and 25 seconds off. Resistance Measurements: Tester can perform
at least 2500 earth-bond resistance measurements with fresh alkaline batteries at room
temperature. These are standard tests of 1 with a duty cycle of 5 seconds on and 25
seconds off.
Size .....................................................................5.0 cm H x 10.0 cm W x 20.3 cm L (1.97 in H x 3.94 in W x 8.00 in L)
Weight .................................................................550 g (1.2 lb.)

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Specifications
IP Rating..............................................................IP40
Altitude ................................................................Operating: 2000 m CAT IV 600 V, 3000 m CAT III 600 V
Non Operating (Storage): 12,000 m
Over-Range Capability ........................................110% of range
Compliance to EN 61557 ....................................IEC61557-1, IEC61557-2, IEC61557-4, IEC61557-10
Model 1503 Accessories .....................................TL224 Leads
TP74 Probes
Clips PN 1958654 (red) and PN 1958646 (black)
Holster
Model 1507 Accessories .....................................TL224 Leads
TP74 Probes
Clips PN 1958654 (red) and PN 1958646 (black)
Holster
Remote Probe

AC/DC Voltage Measurement

Accuracy
Range

Resolution

600.0 V

0.1 V

50 Hz to 400 Hz
(% of Rdg + Digits)
+ (2 % + 3)

Input Impedance..................................................3 M (nominal), <100 pF

Common Mode Rejection Ratio
(1 k unbalanced)...............................................>60 dB at dc, 50 or 60 Hz
Overload Protection.............................................600 V rms or dc

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Earth-bond Resistance Measurement

Range

1.

Resolution

20.00

0.01

200.0

0.1

2000

20.00 k

0.01 k

Accuracy1
+ (% of Rdg + Digits)

+ (1.5 % + 3)

Accuracies apply from 0 to 100% of range.

Overload Protection ............................................2 V rms or dc

Open Circuit Test Voltage ...................................> 4.0 V, < 8 V
Short Circuit Current ...........................................> 200.0 mA

Insulation Specifications
Measurement Range...........................................0.01 M to 10 G model 1507, 0.01 M to 2000 M model 1503
Test Voltages ......................................................50, 100, 250, 500, 1000 V model 1507, 500 and 1000 V model 1503
Test Voltage Accuracy ........................................+ 20 %, - 0 %
Short-Circuit Test Current ...................................1 mA nominal
Auto Discharge....................................................Discharge time <0.5 second for C = 1 F or less
Live Circuit Detection: .........................................Inhibit test if terminal voltage > 30 V prior to initialization of test.
Maximum Capacitive Load..................................Operable with up to 1 F load.

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Model 1507
Output Voltage

Display Range

Resolution

50 V
(0 % to + 20 %)

0.01 to 20.00 M

0.01 M

20.0 to 50.0 M

0.1 M

100 V
(0 % to + 20 %)

0.01 to 20.00 M

0.01 M

20.0 to 100.0 M

0.1 M

250 V
(0 % to + 20 %)

0.01 to 20.00 M

0.01 M

20.0 to 200.0 M

0.1 M

0.01 to 20.00 M

0.01 M

20.0 to 200.0 M

0.1 M

200 to 500 M

1 M

0.1 to 200.0 M

0.1 M

200 to 2000 M

1 M

2.0 to 10.0 G

0.1 G

500 V
(0 % to + 20 %)

1000 V
(0 % to + 20 %)

Test Current

Accuracy
(% of Rdg + Digits)

1 mA @ 50 k

(3 % + 5)

1 mA @ 100 k

(3 % + 5)

1 mA @ 250 k

(1.5 % + 5)

1 mA @ 500 k

(1.5 % + 5)

(1.5 % + 5)
1 mA @ 1 M
(10 % + 3)

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Model 1503
Output Voltage

500 V
(0 % to + 20 %)

1000 V
0 % to + 20 %)

Display Range

Resolution

0.1 to 20.00 M

0.01 M

20.0 to 200.0 M

0.1 M

200 to 500 M

1 M

0.1 to 200.0 M

0.1 M

200 to 2000 M

1 M

Accuracy
(% of Rdg + Digits)

Test Current

1 mA @ 500 k

(2.0 % + 5)

1 mA @ 1 M

(2.0 % + 5)

EN61557 Specification
The following tables are a requirement for European labeling.
Measurement

Intrinsic Uncertainty

Operating Uncertainty1

Volts

(2.0 % + 3)

30 %

Earth-Bond Resistance

(1.5 % + 3)

30 %

Depends on test voltage and range.

See Insulation Test specifications.

30 %

Insulation Resistance

1. This specification comes from the standard and indicates the maximum amount allowable by the standard.

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EN61557 Influence Variables and Uncertainties
Earth-Bond Resistance
Influence Variable

Designation per EN61557

Uncertainty for Insulation

Resistance 1

Uncertainty for Earth-Bond

Resistance 1

Supply Voltage

E2

5%

5%

Temperature

E3

5%

5%

1. Specification confidence level 99 %.

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The following tables can be used to determine the maximum or minimum display values considering maximum instrument
operating error per EN61557-1, 5.2.4.

Insulation Resistance Maximum and Minimum Display Values

50 V

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100 V

250 V

500 V

1000 V
Limit
Value

Minimum
Display
Value

0.13

0.1

0.1

0.2

0.26

0.2

0.3

0.39

0.3

0.39

0.3

0.4

0.4

0.52

0.4

0.52

0.4

0.5

0.5

0.65

0.5

0.65

0.5

0.7

Limit
Value

Minimum
Display
Value

Limit
Value

Minimum
Display
Value

Limit
Value

Minimum
Display
Value

Limit
Value

Minimum
Display
Value

0.05

0.07

0.05

0.07

0.05

0.07

0.05

0.07

0.06

0.08

0.06

0.08

0.06

0.08

0.06

0.08

0.07

0.09

0.07

0.09

0.07

0.09

0.07

0.09

0.08

0.10

0.08

0.10

0.08

0.10

0.08

0.10

0.09

0.12

0.09

0.12

0.09

0.12

0.09

0.12

0.1

0.13

0.1

0.13

0.1

0.13

0.1

0.2

0.26

0.2

0.26

0.2

0.26

0.3

0.39

0.3

0.39

0.3

0.4

0.52

0.4

0.52

0.5

0.65

0.5

0.65

Insulation Testers
Specifications

Insulation Resistance Maximum and Minimum Display Values (cont.)

50 V

100 V

250 V

500 V

1000 V

Limit
Value

Minimum
Display
Value

Limit
Value

Minimum
Display
Value

Limit
Value

Minimum
Display
Value

Limit
Value

Minimum
Display
Value

Limit
Value

Minimum
Display
Value

0.6

0.78

0.6

0.78

0.6

0.78

0.6

0.78

0.6

0.8

0.7

0.91

0.7

0.91

0.7

0.91

0.7

0.91

0.7

0.9

0.8

1.04

0.8

1.04

0.8

1.04

0.8

1.04

0.8

1.0

0.9

1.17

0.9

1.17

0.9

1.17

0.9

1.17

0.9

1.2

1.0

1.30

1.0

1.30

1.0

1.30

1.0

1.30

1.0

1.3

2.0

2.60

2.0

2.60

2.0

2.60

2.0

2.60

2.0

2.6

3.0

3.90

3.0

3.90

3.0

3.90

3.0

3.90

3.0

3.9

4.0

5.20

4.0

5.20

4.0

5.20

4.0

5.20

4.0

5.2

5.0

6.50

5.0

6.50

5.0

6.50

5.0

6.50

5.0

6.5

6.0

7.80

6.0

7.80

6.0

7.80

6.0

7.80

6.0

7.8

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Insulation Resistance Maximum and Minimum Display Values (cont.)

50 V

28

100 V

250 V

500 V

1000 V

Limit
Value

Minimum
Display
Value

Limit
Value

Minimum
Display
Value

Limit
Value

Minimum
Display
Value

Limit
Value

Minimum
Display
Value

Limit
Value

Minimum
Display
Value

7.0

9.10

7.0

9.10

7.0

9.10

7.0

9.10

7.0

9.1

8.0

10.40

8.0

10.40

8.0

10.40

8.0

10.40

8.0

10.4

9.0

11.70

9.0

11.70

9.0

11.70

9.0

11.70

9.0

11.7

10.0

13.0

10.0

13.0

10.0

13.0

10.0

13.0

10.0

13.0

20.0

26.0

20.0

26.0

20.0

26.0

20.0

26.0

20.0

26.0

30.0

39.0

30.0

39.0

30.0

39.0

30.0

39.0

30.0

39.0

40.0

52.0

40.0

52.0

40.0

52.0

40.0

52.0

40.0

53.0

50.0

65.0

50.0

65.0

50.0

65.0

50.0

65.0

60.0

78.0

60.0

78.0

60.0

78.0

60.0

78.0

70.0

91.0

70.0

91.0

70.0

91.0

70.0

91.0

80.0

104.0

80.0

104.0

80.0

104.0

80.0

104.0

Insulation Testers
Specifications

Insulation Resistance Maximum and Minimum Display Values (cont.)

50 V
Limit
Value

Minimum
Display
Value

100 V

250 V

500 V

1000 V

Limit
Value

Minimum
Display
Value

Limit
Value

Minimum
Display
Value

Limit
Value

Minimum
Display
Value

Limit
Value

Minimum
Display
Value

90.0

117.0

90.0

117.0

90.0

117.0

90.0

117.0

100.0

130.0

100.0

130.0

100.0

130.0

200.0

260.0

200.0

260.0

300.0

390.0

300.0

390.0

400.0

520.0

400.0

520.0

500.0

650.0

600.0

780.0

700.0

910.0

800.0

1040.0

900.0

1170.0

1000.0

1300.0

2000.0

2600.0

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Earth-Bond Resistance Maximum Display Values

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Limit Value

Maximum
Display Value

Limit Value

Maximum
Display Value

Limit Value

Maximum
Display Value

0.4

0.28

7.0

4.9

100.0

70.0

0.5

0.35

8.0

5.6

200.0

140.0

0.6

0.42

9.0

6.3

300.0

210.0

0.7

0.49

10.0

7.0

400.0

280.0

0.8

0.56

20.0

14.0

500.0

350.0

0.9

0.63

30.0

21.0

600.0

420.0

1.0

0.7

40.0

28.0

700.0

490.0

2.0

1.4

50.0

35.0

800.0

560.0

3.0

2.1

60.0

42.0

900.0

630.0

4.0

2.8

70.0

49.0

1000.0

700.0

5.0

3.5

80.0

56.0

2000.0

1400.0

6.0

4.2

90.0

63.0