RESISTANCE METER RM3545/RM3544

Component measuring instruments

RESISTANCE METER RM3545

Featuring super-high accuracy and multi-channel capabilities
(20 channels with 4-terminal measurement)
Basic accuracy : 0.006% No. of display digits: Max. 6.5
Max.resolution : 0.01µΩ ( LP) 0.01mΩ

RESISTANCE METER RM3544

High-accuracy bench-top meter ideal for production lines
Basic accuracy : 0.02% No. of display digits: Max. 4.5
Max.resolution : 1µΩ
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Choose from two models based on your application

RM3545 RM3544

Super-high accuracy
and multi-channel capabilities High-precision bench-top meter
for advanced development for both manual operation
and production applications and integration with automatic lines
Resistance measurement
Basic accuracy : 0.006% Max. resolution : 0.01μΩ Basic accuracy : 0.02% Max. resolution : 1μΩ
Max. measurable current : 1A Max. measurable current : 300mA

Low power resistance measurement

Basic accuracy : 0.2% Max. resolution : 0.01mΩ
Max. measurable current : 1mA Max. Open-circuit voltage : 20mV

Applications
Small-signal contacts Motors, solenoids, choke coils, transformers,
RM3545
wire harnesses
RM3545 RM3544

Contacts, wire harnesses,

Compact fuses, airbag inflator, RM3545 relay contacts, switches RM3545 RM3544
compact magnetic
components (EMC filters, ferrite beads)

Fuses, resistors, heaters,

wires, welds RM3545 RM3544

Multi-contact resistance RM3545-02

measurement (motor and
transformer windings)
Conductive rubber, paint RM3545 RM3544

General specifications
RESISTANCE METER RM3545 RESISTANCE METER RM3544
0.00µΩ to 1200MΩ Measurement types (4-terminal direct current) 0.000 mΩ to 3.5 MΩ
Temperature measurement, Temperature correction (TC),
3 3
comparator, judgment sound setting, auto hold
3 Low power resistance measurement (LP) N/A
3 Temperature rise (Temperature conversion (∆T) N/A
3 Offset voltage compensation (OVC) N/A
3 D /A output N/A
3 RM3545-02 : Max. 20ch Multiplexer N/A
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Multi-point measurement with the Multiplexer Unit Z3003

(20 locations with 4- terminal measurement) RM3545-02 Insert up to two Z3003 units into the
slots on the back of the instrument.

Scanning measurement using the Multiplexer Unit Z3003 is conve-

nient in applications that require multi-contact measurement, for ex-
ample when testing network resistors, steering switches, or 3-phase
motor windings. Simply insert a Z3003 unit into one of the slots on the
back of the RM3545-02 to enable scanning measurement of up to 20
locations* with 4-terminal measurement.
(*When using two Z3003 units, up to 42 locations can be measured with 2-terminal Multiplexer unit Z3003 Pictured: Back of the RM3545 -02
measurement.) (Option) with two Z3003 units (optional feature)
installed

Application 1. Application 2.
Measuring a 3-phase motor winding Testing a connector or wiring harness
TERM1 (SOURCE)
Resolver TERM1 (SENSE)
detection SOURCE2 TERM2 (SOURCE)
SENSE2 TERM2 (SENSE)
Stator SOURCE3
Resolver

SOURCE7 coil TERM2 (SOURCE)

SENSE3
SENSE7 TERM2 (SENSE)
SOURCE4
sin

SOURCE8 SENSE4 TERM3 (SOURCE)

SENSE8 TERM3 (SENSE)
SOURCE9 SOURCE5 TERM3 (SOURCE)
SENSE9 Resolver TERM3 (SENSE)
cos
SENSE5
SOURCE10 SOURCE6 TERM4 (SOURCE)
SENSE10 SENSE6 TERM4 (SENSE)

Application 3. Application 4.
Testing a relay Testing battery terminal welds

TERM1 (SOURCE)
TERM1 (SENSE)
TERM2 (SOURCE) TERM1 (SOURCE)
TERM2 (SOURCE)
TERM2 (SENSE) TERM1 (SENSE) TERM2 (SENSE)

TERM3 (SOURCE)
TERM3 (SOURCE) TERM2 (SOURCE) TERM3 (SENSE)
TERM3 (SENSE) TERM2 (SENSE)
TERM4 (SOURCE)
TERM4 (SENSE)

Probes suited to manual measurement on production lines RM3545 RM3544

CLIP TYPE LEAD L2101 PIN TYPE LEAD PIN TYPE LEAD 4 -TERMINAL LEAD
(Bundled accessory) L2102 L2103 L2104

A Full Line-up of HIOKI Resistance Meters

to Suit Your Measurement Range
0.01μΩ RM3545 1200MΩ
1μΩ RM3544 3.5MΩ
0.1μΩ RM3548 3.5MΩ
0.01μΩ RM3543 1.2kΩ
0.1μΩ RM3542 120MΩ
1kΩ DSM-8104 3 x 1016Ω
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Simplifying high-accuracy resistance measurement

Standard features of the high-accuracy Resistance Meter RM3545 and RM3544

Convenient wide range options RM3545 RM3544

Measurement resistance range [Ω] Integrate into automated Manual testing

inspection systems on production lines

Overview of the RM3545 RM3545 Overview of the RM3544 RM3544

Measure from 0.00µΩ to 1200.0MΩ Measure from 0.000mΩ to 3.5000MΩ
0.01µΩ max. resolution, 0.006% basic accuracy 1µΩ max. resolution, 0.02% basic accuracy
Max. measurable current of 1A Max. measurable current of 300mA

The RM3545 can perform resistance measurement with a 6.5-digit, As inverter-equipped power supply equipment uses increasingly high cur-
1,200,000-count display at a maximum resolution of 0.01 μΩ. It delivers rents and frequencies, increasingly low-resistance and low-loss inductors
more than enough capabilities to be used in applications requiring high- are being incorporated in their circuitry, prompting a need for the ability to
resolution resistance measurement, for example in testing inverter motor measure lower resistance levels with a high level of stability. With a resolu-
windings. tion of 1 μΩ, the RM3544/RM3544 -01 satisfy these needs.
High-resistance materials such as conductive sheets and conductive rub- Electronic components make extensive use of high-resistance substrates
ber are often used in electronic components. The RM3545 can measure such as conductive sheets and rubber, and the RM3544/RM3544 -01 deliver
resistance values of up to 1,200 MΩ. It also delivers maximum accuracy of the ability to measure up to 3.5 MΩ.
0.006%, enabling researchers to test state-of-the-art current sensing resis- Moreover, the instruments’ maximum accuracy of 0.02% allows them to be
tors. used in testing current detectors with a precision of 0.1%.

Guaranteed accuracy with no warm up High-durability probes RM3545 RM3544

or zero-adjustment RM3545 RM3544
HIOKI offers a line of probes designed
For the RM3545/RM3544, accuracy is guaranteed* immediately after to accommodate the full range of mea-
startup, without any warm up or zero-adjustment. surement targets. Flex resistance has
been dramatically improved (based on
*
When performing measurement with the RM3545 in a temperature and humidity environ-
HIOKI comparisons).
ment that satisfies the guaranteed accuracy conditions, an even higher level of accuracy
(full accuracy) is guaranteed.
Leads (overall view)

Offset Voltage Compensation (OVC) RM3545

Thermal EMF occurs at connections between different metals. This force
can affect measurement and, if large enough, introduce a measurement er-
ror. The RM3545’s offset voltage correction (OVC) function reduces the Example lead tip profiles
effects of thermal EMF to enable more precise measurement.

Temperature correction RM3545 RM3544

Generally, the resistance of copper wiring changes with temperature by 0.4%
per degree Celsius. The RM3544/RM3545 provide a temperature correction Resistance
function to convert the observed resistance value Rt at the current tempera- value
ture t to the resistance value Rt0 at the reference temperature t 0.
*Requires the Temperature Sensor Z2001 or a thermometer capable of Rt
generating analog voltage output (an infrared thermometer or similar
instrument).
Rt0
RM3544: Temperature Sensor (Z2001) Correction
Types of temperature RM3545: Temperature Sensor (Z2001), Analog voltage
input input (from an infrared thermometer, etc.)
Reference temperature -10.0 to 99.9 °C
setting range
Temperature coefficient RM3544: -9,999 to 9,999 ppm/°C
t0 t Temperature
setting range RM3545: -99,999 to 99,999 ppm/°C
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Super-high-accuracy, multi-channel resistance meter

for use in advanced development and production applications
Key Features of the RM3545 RM3545

Low-power (LP) resistance measurement

The RM3545 can perform measurement at a resolution of 10 μΩ at 1 mA
(using the 1,000 mΩ range). With an open-terminal voltage of 20 mV or
less, the instrument is ideally suited for measuring the contact resistance
of chip inductors and signal contacts.

D/A output
The RM3545 converts resistance measured values into DC voltage
for output. This capability is convenient when continuously recording
changes in resistance, for example as detected by a sensor, with a logger
or other piece of equipment.
RM3545
R

RM3545 Time
High/low current selection by range
Select the optimal measurement current by switching between high and Logger
low settings according to the characteristics of the sample.

Temperature input (temperature sensor terminal)

Input temperature data for use in temperature correction using either the
Extensive contact check functionality Temperature Sensor Z2001 or a DC voltage (0 to 2 V). Connect a ther-
The RM3545 can detect erroneous mometer that can generate DC voltage output, for example an infrared
measurements caused by improp- thermometer, to perform temperature correction.
er contact, reducing the risk that
improperly judged or unchecked
parts will be shipped by mistake.
Temperature conversion function:
Contact check functionality is also
High contact resistance Useful in temperature-rise testing
indicates an error.
provided for 4-terminal measure- Temperature increase (Δt) is obtained and displayed by converting resis-
ment. tance measurements and ambient temperature.

Multiplexer function (RM3545-02 only) RM3545-02

Auto-scanning and step scanning

Operation when auto Operation when step
When using the Multiplexer Unit Z3003 to perform scanning measure-
scanning is selected scanning is selected
ment, you can select either step scanning or auto scanning depending on
the test conditions. TRIG signal input TRIG signal input
Auto scanning is convenient when you require only an overall judgment CH1 measurement
result at the completion of scanning, while step scanning is convenient CH1 measurement CH1 judgment output
when you wish to generate judgments in real time using the instrument’s
EXT I/O interface..
CHn measurement TRIG signal input
Comparator judgments based on Overall judgment
CH1 measurement
CH1 judgment output
measurement results output
Measurement targets that are susceptible to the effects of temperature, for Overall judgment
example thermistors and temperature transducers, can be compared with output
a reference element to generate a judgment.

Flexible pin assignments Confi guration using a computer

The ability to freely combine pins for each channel makes it possible to Multiplexer settings can be configured using the keys on the instrument,
perform measurement using wiring that has been optimized for a variety communications commands, or a computer application (sample PC appli-
of measurement targets. cation). The sample application can be downloaded from Hioki’s website
(http://www.hioki.com).
Acquiring Total judgment results from EXT I/O
The multiplexer’s total judgment result (T_PASS, T_FAIL, T_ERR) can
be acquired from EXT I/O. Similarly, step scan judgment results can be
acquired for each step.
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Easy-to-use RESISTANCE METER

suits both manual operation and integration with automatic lines

High-intuitive advanced functionality RM3545 RM3544

1 Guard terminals 5 Functionality for saving and loading

Minimize the effects of external noise on measurements. panels
* GUARD terminal is the shield potential. The RM3545 (RM3544) can save and load up to 30* (10) sets of range,
This terminal is not for guarding network resistance measurements.
comparator, and other settings. Naming each set of panel data lets you
make setup changes among production lots and lines smoothly and ef-
2 Simple control over basic settings fortlessly.
*When using the multiplexer terminals, up to 8.
Range and measurement speed can be controlled directly.

6 Material- and temperature-independent

1 2 temperature correction function
The temperature correction function can be used to convert resistance
values that vary with the ambient temperature to a reference value at a
reference temperature using the Temperature Sensor Z2001 and a user-
specifi ed resistance temperature coeffi cient.

7 Scaling
The scaling function can be used to convert resistance values into physical
properties such as length.
3 4 Conversion formula : Rs = A × R + B
A, B : Constants, R : Measurement value
Rs : Resistance value
3 LED COMPARATOR ATTACHMENT (Option)
The LED Comparator Attachment 5 6 7
indicates judgment results with
green and red LEDs, eliminating
the need to look at the instrument’s
screen and increasing work effi -
ciency. Since the lamps do not light
up when the measurement leads are
open, the attachment can also be Green light Red light
used to verify the connection status. IN state HI/LO state

Intuitive, graphical LCD

4 High-volume, user-selectable judgment tones 8
The RM3544 indicates results with a high-volume judgment tone of 85 dB 8 Comparator Function
or greater to ensure it is audible near noisy machinery. The comparator function compares measured values to a previously
Both the RM3545 and RM3544 feature user-selectable judgment tones so set reference value or range and then displays and outputs the judg-
workers don’t confuse judgment results on lines where multiple resistance ment result. The RM3545 and RM3544 -01 can also output this infor-
meters are being used. mation using EXT I/O.

High-precision specs in a compact package RM3544

Footprint of just 215 × 166 mm

Compared to the previous model (HIOKI 3540), the RM3544/RM3544 -01
take up approximately 25% less installation space.
This space-saving design frees up space in front of the instrument and
lets you build compact production lines.

RM3544
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Easy integration into automatic testing equipment

(RM3545/-01/-02, RM3544-01) RM3545 RM3544

Ability to extend measurement cable length

The new instruments feature better wiring resistance tolerances than pre-
vious models (the 3541 and 3540). Wiring resistance can now be as high
as 1.5 Ω for the RM3545 and 2 Ω for the RM3544.

High-speed, comprehensive
productivity support
• The RM3545 and RM3544 -01 deliver the speed demanded by automatic • The RM3545 and RM3544 -01 support RS-232C data communications at
testing equipment at a sophisticated level. The entire process from the up to 115.2 kbps*.
start of measurement to outputting of the judgment result takes as little • The EXT I/O output mode can be switched between judgment mode and
as 1.9ms (RM3545) and 18 ms (RM3544 -01). One cycle of operation, BCD mode.
lasting from measurement to judgment output, completes within this *
With some computers, large error components may prevent fast transfer speeds (baud
time. rates) from being used. In this case, change the speed to a lower setting.
• The instrument’s USB interface can also be used.

Handler (EXT I/O) interface When designing a control system using the
The handler interface (EXT I/O) is isolated from measurement circuitry, control EXT I/O interface, be sure to read
circuitry, and the protective ground (chassis ground), providing a high level of the instruction manual and check the neces-
noise resistance. sary technical information.

EXT I/O Input and Output Circuits EXT I/O Electrical Specifications
A switch on the rear panel is used to toggle the input signal polar-
Inputs :
ity between NPN (sink output support) and PNP (source output
support) settings depending on the PLC common polarity. Photocoupler isolation: Non-voltage contact inputs
EXT I/O polarity
(support for current sink output)
(Select NPN/PNP) Input ON: Residual voltage: Max. 1 V @4 mA
Input OFF: Open Max. 100 μA
Input Circuit (when using NPN) Output Circuit
RM3545/-01/-02 Outputs :
RM3545/-01/-02 RM3544-01
2kΩ RM3544-01 Photocoupler-isolated open drain output (no-polarity)
10Ω Output
DC30Vmax, DC50mAmax/ch
1kΩ Input Residual voltage: Max. 1 V @50 mA, or 0.5 V @10 mA
Max. 50 mA DC
PNP
Zener voltage External power output :
= 30 V
ISO_COM Output voltage: Sink output support: 5.0V±10%,
ISO_COM
EXT I/O Source output support: -5.0V±10%
MODE NPN
Internally Isolated Max. output current: 100mA
SELECTOR Internally Isolated
Common Common

EXT I/O Signal List

RM3545 RM3545 RM3544 -01 RM3544
Input Signals: Input Signals:
TRIG(IN0), CAL, KEY_LOCK, 0ADJ, PRINT(IN1), MUX, SCN_STEP, TRIG(IN0), KEY_LOCK, 0ADJ, PRINT(IN1), LOAD0 to LOAD3,
LOAD0 to LOAD5, BCD_LOW BCD_LOW
Output Signals: Output Signals:
[Judgment mode] EOM, ERR, INDEX, HI, IN, LO, T_ERR, T_PASS, [Judgment mode] EOM, ERR, INDEX, HI, IN, LO, OUT0 to OUT2
T_FAIL, BIN0 to BIN9, OB, OUT0 to OUT2 [BCD mode] EOM, ERR, IN, HILO, BCDm_n*1, RNG_OUT0 to
[BCD mode] EOM, ERR, IN, HILO, BCDm_n*1, RNG_OUT0 to RNG_OUT3 *1
Indicates the nth bit of the mth digit.
RNG_OUT3 *1
Indicates the nth bit of the mth digit.

Communications Monitor Function for smooth

systems development
The Communications Monitor Function displays communications data (re-
ceived commands and sent data) on the screen, providing valuable support Communications
for programming of programmable logic controllers (PLCs). Monitor screen

Functionality for verifying the EXT I/O connec-

tion status and testing EXT I/O
In addition to allowing you to check EXT I/O signal input on the instrument’s
screen, this functionality allows you to turn output signals on or off as desired. EXT I/O test
This capability simplifi es verifi cation work during PLC programming. function screen
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Connecting the instrument to a computer RM3545 RM3544

via RS-232C or USB
• Use a PC to control RM3545 and RM3544 -01 functions as well as USB/
acquire measurement results. RS-232C
(This capability does not include turning the instrument on and off or
configuring certain interface settings.)
• Connect the instrument to a commercially available RS-232C printer to
print measured values, including judgment results.
• Measured values can be automatically output. By using the instrument’s
USB keyboard mode, measured values can be entered into applications
such as spreadsheets and text editors without the need to install a spe-
cial USB driver in the computer.
• The sample PC application provides functionality for capturing data
based on trigger signals, performing interval measurement, conducting
communication tests, and loading captured data into Microsoft® Excel
or outputting it as a CSV file. The application can be downloaded from
Hioki’s website (http://www.hioki.com).
Applications screen

RM3545-02 rear panel RM3545 RM3544-01 rear panel RM3544

Multiplexer Unit Z3003 EXT I/O polarity
(optional equipment; shown with two units installed)) RS-232C/PRINTER (Select NPN/PNP) EXT I/O

USB
EXT I/O Protective fuse
Protective for measurement
fuse for circuitry
measurement
circuitry
Maintenance jack for HIOKI use only USB Temperature sensor jack
RS-232C/ D/A output Temperature EXT I/O polarity (This jack is provided for maintenance
PRINTER terminals sensor jack (Select NPN/PNP) use. It cannot be used by the customer.)

*Multiplexer Units cannot be installed in the RM3545 or RM3545-01. The *The RM3544 does not include EXT I/O or communication interfaces
RM3545-01 has a GP-IB connector. (RS-232C or USB). Select the RM3544 -01 for these functions.

Interface and EXT I/O selection RM3545 RM3544

Select the interfaces and EXT I/O capability needed for your application.

RM3545 series comparison chart (Base model) -01 -02 RM3544 series comparison chart (Base model) -01
External I/O External I/O
3 3 3 N/A 3
(comparator, BCD, BIN function) (comparator, BCD)
Communication RS-232C/Printer/USB 3 3 3 Communication interfaces
N/A 3
interfaces GP-IB N/A 3 N/A RS-232C/Printer/USB
Multiplexer* (scanner function) N/A N/A 3 (Max. 20 channels)
*When using 4-terminal measurement with two MULTIPLEXER UNIT Z3003 (option) cards.

MULTIPLEXER UNIT Z3003 Specifications Product warranty: 1 year RM3545-02

Measurement 4-wire: 10 locations (when using 2 units, 20 locations) *Example scanning times
targets 2-wire: 21 locations (when using 2 units, 42 locations) The Z3003 switching time is 30 ms/ch.

[Measurement current] Number of Measurement Time to output judgment results

Range Delay
channels speed after TRIG input
Internal instrument: 1A DC or less
Measurable 1000mΩ 10 FAST 0 ms Approx. 300ms
External instrument: 1A DC or less, 100 mA AC or less
range
[Measurement frequency] 1000mΩ 10 FAST Preset Approx. 800ms
External instrument DC, 10 Hz to 1 kHz
Contact type: Mechanical relay
Maximum allowable voltage:
*1 Cannot be used in combination with a withstand voltage tester. When used with a withstand
Contact 33 V RMS and 46.7 V peak or 70 V DC *1 voltage tester, the Z3003’s internal relay will cause an insulation breakdown, resulting in electric
specifications Maximum allowable power: 30W (DC), (Resistance load) shock or equipment damage.
Contact service life: 4-wire: 50 million cycles*2 (reference *2 Assuming 24-hour operation, the guideline of 50 million cycles corresponds to approximately
value) 1.5 years on a line operating at 1 sec. per workpiece or approximately 15 years on a line operating
Approx. 92W × 24.5H × 182D mm (3.62”W × 0.96”H × at 10 sec. per workpiece.
Dimensions
7.17”D) (without projections)
Mass Approx. 180 g (6.3 oz)
Accessories Instruction manual ×1, D-SUB 50pin connector ×1
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RM3545/RM3544 Specifications Product warranty: 1 year

RM3545 RM3544
Resistance measurement: 0.000 00mΩ (10mΩ range) to
1200.0MΩ (1000MΩ range), 12 ranges
Resistance measurement: 0.000mΩ (30mΩ range) to
Low power resistance measurement: 0.00mΩ (1000mΩ range) to
Measurement types 3.500 0MΩ (3MΩ range), 9 ranges
1200.00Ω (1000Ω range), 4 ranges
Temperature measurement (thermistor): -10.0 to 99.9°C
Temperature measurement (thermistor): -10.0 to 99.9°C
Temperature measurement (analog input): -99.9 to 999.9°C
Measurement method 4-terminal direct current (constant current), banana plug, with guard terminal
Range switching Auto or Manual
Reference temperature setting range: -10°C to 99.9°C, Reference temperature setting range: -10°C to 99.9°C,
Temperature correction
Temperature coefficient setting range: -99,999 ppm/°C to 99,999 ppm/°C Temperature coefficient setting range: -9,999 ppm/°C to 9,999 ppm/°C
By range, by step (RM3545-02 only)
Zero-adjustment Within ±50% f.s. of each range. (Zero-adjustment is not required Within -3% to 50% f.s. of each range. (f.s.= 30,000 dgt.)
for 100 MΩ or greater ranges.)
Trigger Internal or external RM3544: Internal trigger, RM3544 -01: Internal or external
Measurement speed FAST / MED / SLOW1 / SLOW2 FAST / MED / SLOW
Delay Internal fixed value: / 0 to 9999 ms (1ms step) N/A
Temperature correction, Temperature conversion, Self-calibra-
Temperature correction, comparator (ABS/REF%), key-
tion, offset voltage compensation (OVC), comparator (ABS/
lock (OFF, menu lock, all lock), display digit count selec-
REF%), BIN, key-lock (OFF, menu lock, all lock), display digit
tion function (5 digits/4 digits), automatic power supply
Functions count selection function (7 digits/6 digits/5 digits), automatic
frequency settings (AUTO/50Hz/60Hz), scaling, judgment
power supply frequency settings (AUTO/50Hz/60Hz), scaling,
sound setting, auto hold, L2105 LED Comparater Attach-
judgment sound setting, auto hold, statistical calculations, clock,
ment output
self-test, L2105 LED Comparater Attachment output
Measurement fault
Contact check, over detection, current fault detection Over detection, current fault detection
detection functions
Averaging OFF, 2 to 100 averaging iterations (variable in 1-iteration steps)
30 (Front terminals), 8 (MUX (multiplexer)) 10
Panel store, Panel save parameters: save time and date, resistance measure-
Panel save parameters: resistance measurement ranges,
panel load ment ranges, measurement speed, comparator, BIN setting, mul-
measurement speed, comparator, etc.
tiplexer setting, etc.
RM3545-02:
Number of installed units: Max. 2
Measurement terminal settings : Front terminals / MUX
(multiplexer)
Multiplexer When using the MUX setting, the measurement leads cannot N/A
be connected to the front measurement terminals
Support unit: Z3003
Number of channels that can be set: 42, switching time 30
ms (reference value)
Output: resistance measured value
Output voltage: 0V DC to 1.5V DC
D/A output N/A
Output impedance: 1kΩ
Number of bits: 12bit
EXT I/O TRIG and other, BIN, BCD RM3544 -01 : TRIG and other, BCD
Communication Select from GP-IB*, RS-232C, PRINTER(RS-232C), or USB RM3544 -01:
interfaces *
RM3545-01 only Select from RS-232C, PRINTER(RS-232C), or USB
Communication Remote function, communications monitor function, data output Remote function, communications monitor function, data
interfaces function, memory (50 data) output function
RS-232C Bit rates: 115,200 / 38,400 / 19,200 / 9,600 bps
USB Class: CDC (COM mode), HID (USB keyboard mode)
Printed data: Resistance measurement values, temperature mea- Printed data: Resistance measurement values, temperature
surement values, judgment results, measurement conditions, sta- measurement values, judgment results, measurement con-
Printer tistical results ditions
(RS-232 port)
Operation: Prints at PRINT signal or PRINT key input.
Interval: ON/OFF, Interval times: 1 to 3,600 s (variable in 1 s steps), Number of print columns per row: 1 or 3
Operating temperature
0 to 40ºC, 80% rh or less (non-condensating)
and humidity
Storage temperature
–10 to 50ºC, 80% rh or less (non-condensating)
and humidity
Operating environment Indoors, Pollution Degree 2, up to 2,000 m ASL
Power supply Rated supply voltage: 100 to 240 VAC ±10%, Rated supply frequency: 50/60 Hz
Rated power consumption 40 VA 15 VA
Insulation withstand 1.62 kV AC for 1 min. (with 10 mA cutoff current),
potential between all mains supply terminals and protective ground, interfaces, and measurement terminals
Approx. 215W × 80H × 306.5D mm (8.46”W × 3.15”H × Approx. 215W × 80H × 166D mm (8.46”W × 3.15”H ×
Dimensions
12.07”D) (without projections) 6.54”D) (without projections)
RM3545, RM3545-01: Approx. 2.5 kg (88.2 oz) RM3544: Approx. 0.9 kg (31.7 oz)
Mass
RM3545-02:Approx. 3.2 kg (112.9 oz) (not including Z3003) RM3544 -01:Approx. 1.0 kg (35.3 oz)
Power cord ×1, CLIP TYPE LEAD L2101 ×1, male EXT
Power cord ×1, CLIP TYPE LEAD L2101 ×1, temperature
I/O connector* ×1, instruction manual ×1, application disc*
Accessories sensor Z2001 ×1, male EXT I/O connector ×1, instruction manu-
×1, USB cable (A-to-B type)* ×1, extra fuse ×1
al ×1, application disc ×1, USB cable (A-to-B type) ×1, extra fuse ×1 *
Included with RM3544 -01.
Applicable standards Safety: EN61010, EMC: EN61326, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3
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Measurement accuracy RM3545 RM3544

Conditions of guaranteed accuracy
* During temperature correction, the value calculated below is added to
• Temperature & humidity: 23 ˚C ±5 ˚C, 80% rh or less (non-condensating)
the rdg. error for resistance measurement accuracy:
• From 0°C to 18°C and from 28°C to 40°C, add (temperature coefficient
±[1/10 measurement accuracy] / °C). t 0 : Reference temperature. [ºC]
• Guaranteed Accuracy Period: 1 year - αt Δt
0
× 100 [%]
t : Ambient temperature. [ºC]
Δt : Temperature. measurement
• RM3545 only: Warmup time of 60 min. or greater (If less than 60 min., 1 + αt 0 × (t + Δt - t 0) accuracy
double figures in the accuracy table to obtain the measurement accuracy.) αt 0 : Temperature. coefficient at t 0 is
• RM3545 only: self-calibration AUTO [1/ºC]
*When using manual self-calibration, temperature fluctuations after performing calibration must be within ±2°C, and the calibration interval must be within 30 min.

Resistance measurement accuracy

RM3545 RM3545
Accuracy = ±(% rdg. + % f.s.) (Example) 0.006 + 0.001 ....... 0.006% rdg. + 0.001% f.s.
LP OFF
• f.s. = calculated 1,000,000 dgt., where 0.001% f.s. = 10 dgt.
• For 100 MΩ and greater ranges with 100 MΩ range high-precision mode off, calculate as f.s. = 10,000 dgt. and 0.01% f.s. = 1 dgt.
100MΩ Measurement Additional
Max. Accuracy %rdg. + %f.s. *2 current *3 accuracy Max open-
range high- Reso-
Range measurement without terminal
precision lution 0ADJ
display *1 FAST MED SLOW1 SLOW2 Switching voltage
mode *2
%f.s.
0.060+0.050 0.060+0.020 0.060+0.020 0.020
10mΩ 12.000 00 m Ω 10 nΩ – 1A
(0.060+0.015) (0.060+0.002) (0.060+0.001) (–)
0.060+0.010 0.060+0.010 0.060+0.010 0.002
High 1A
(0.060+0.003) (0.060+0.001) (0.060+0.001) (–)
100mΩ 120.000 0 m Ω 100 nΩ
0.014+0.050 0.014+0.020 0.014+0.020 0.020
Low 100mA
(0.014+0.015) (0.014+0.002) (0.014+0.001) (–)
0.012+0.010 0.012+0.008 0.002
High 100mA
(0.012+0.003) (0.012+0.001) (–)
1000mΩ 1200.000 mΩ 1 μΩ
0.008+0.050 0.008+0.020 0.020
Low 10mA
(0.008+0.015) (0.008+0.002) (–)
5.5V *4
0.008+0.010 0.008+0.008 0.002
High 10mA
(0.008+0.003) (0.008+0.001) (–)
10Ω – 12.000 00 Ω 10 μΩ
0.008+0.050 0.008+0.020 0.020
Low 1mA
(0.008+0.015) (0.008+0.002) (–)
0.007+0.005 0.007+0.002 0.007+0.001 –
High 10mA
(0.007+0.005) (0.007+0.001) (0.007+0.001) (–)
100Ω 120.000 0 Ω 100 μΩ
0.008+0.010 0.008+0.010 0.002
Low 1mA
(0.008+0.003) (0.008+0.001) (–)
0.007+0.005 0.006+0.002 0.006+0.001 –
1000Ω 1200.000 Ω 1 mΩ 1mA
(0.007+0.005) (0.006+0.001) (0.006+0.001) (–)
10kΩ 12.000 00 kΩ 10 mΩ 0.008+0.005 0.007+0.002 0.007+0.001 1mA
100kΩ 120.000 0 kΩ 100 mΩ 0.008+0.005 0.007+0.002 0.007+0.001 100μA
1000kΩ 1200.000 kΩ 1Ω 0.015+0.005 0.008+0.002 0.008+0.001 10μA
10MΩ 12.000 00 MΩ 10 Ω 0.030+0.005 0.030+0.002 0.030+0.001 – 1μA
ON 120.000 0 MΩ 100 Ω 0.200+0.005 0.200+0.002 0.200+0.001 100nA – 20V
100MΩ 10.00MΩ or less : 0.50+0.02
OFF 120.00 MΩ 10 kΩ
10.01MΩ or more : 1.00+0.02 Max.
100.0MΩ or less : 1.00+0.02 1μA
1000MΩ OFF 1200.0 MΩ 100 kΩ
100.1MΩ or more : 10.00+0.02
*1 For negative values, to -10% f.s. The maximum display range is 9,999,999 dgt. or 9 GΩ. (An over-range error will be indicated when the maximum measurement range is exceeded, even
if the maximum display range is not exceeded.)
*2 Measurement accuracy figures reflect accuracy after zero-adjustment. If not performing zero-adjustment, add the figures shown in the “Additional accuracy without 0ADJ” column.
Figures shown in parentheses on the second line indicate the additional accuracy with OVC on.
*3 Measurement current accuracy is ±5%.
*4 When using an external trigger source or performing measurement with continuous measurement set to off (other than free-run), the open-circuit voltage from 1 ms after the completion
of measurement (INDEX = ON) to the start of the next measurement (TRIG = ON) is limited to 20 mV or less.

LP ON • f.s. = calculated 100,000 dgt., where 0.001% f.s. = 1 dgt.

100MΩ Max. Measurement Additional
Accuracy %rdg. + %f.s. *2 current *3 accuracy Max open-
range high- Reso-
Range measurement without terminal
precision lution 0ADJ
display *1
FAST MED SLOW1 SLOW2 Switching voltage
mode *2
%f.s.
1000mΩ 1200.00 mΩ 10 μΩ 0.200+0.010 0.200+0.010 0.200+0.005 0.200+0.003 1mA
10Ω 12.000 0 Ω 100 μΩ 0.200+0.005 0.200+0.005 0.200+0.003 0.200+0.002 500μA
– – – 20mV *5
100Ω 120.000 Ω 1 mΩ 0.200+0.005 0.200+0.005 0.200+0.003 0.200+0.002 50μA
1000Ω 1200.00 Ω 10 mΩ 0.200+0.005 0.200+0.005 0.200+0.003 0.200+0.002 5μA
*1 For negative values, to -10% f.s. The maximum display range is 9,999,999 dgt. or 9 GΩ. (An over-range error will be indicated when the maximum measurement range is exceeded, even
if the maximum display range is not exceeded.)
*2 Measurement accuracy figures reflect accuracy after zero-adjustment. LP values apply only when OVC is on.
*3 Measurement current accuracy is ±5%.
*5 When the contact check function is off (when the contact check function is on, 300 mV)
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Additional accuracy when using the Z3003 RM3545

When performing measurements using the Z3003, the following uncertainties are added to the RM3545 specifications
(accuracy):
Z3003 additional error
Add a reading error shown on right depending on the measurement current 1×10-9 [A]
Effects of leak current (when using guarding) (With humidity of less than 70% RH. If the humid- ×100 [%rdg.] IMEAS : Measurement
ity is greater than or equal to 70% RH, add the following rdg. error × 5.): IMEAS [A] current
Effect of measurement Add the f.s. error component shown on right when the integration time is
A fs × 0.5 [%rdg.] A fs : f.s. error component
speed not a whole-number multiple of the power supply cycle:
for RM3545-02 with
10×10 [V]
-6
Z3003
Effect of offset voltage Add the resistance shown on right to the error when OVC is OFF: [Ω]
IMEAS [A]
Effect of offset When using a 2-wire setup, add the wiring resistance shown on right to
0.1 Ω
resistance fluctuations the error component.
Temperature coefficient From 0°C to 18°C and 28°C to 40°C, add a temperature coefficient of ±(1/10 of additional accuracy) / °C.

RM3544 RM3544
Accuracy = ±(% rdg. + % f.s.)
• f.s. = calculated 30,000 dgt., where 0.010% f.s. = 3 dgt. (Example) 0.020 + 0.007 ....... 0.020% rdg. + 0.007% f.s.

Max. measurement Measurement Open-Circuit

Range FAST MED/SLOW
display*6,*7 Current*8 Voltage
30mΩ 35.000 mΩ 0.030+0.080 0.030+0.070 300mA
300mΩ 350.00 mΩ 0.025+0.017 0.025+0.014 300mA
3Ω 3.500 0 Ω 0.025+0.017 0.025+0.014 30mA
30Ω 35.000 Ω 0.020+0.010 0.020+0.007 10mA
300Ω 350.00 Ω 0.020+0.010 0.020+0.007 1mA 5.5Vmax.
3kΩ 3.500 0 kΩ 0.020+0.010 0.020+0.007 1mA
30kΩ 35.000 kΩ 0.020+0.010 0.020+0.007 100μA
300kΩ 350.00 kΩ 0.040+0.010 0.040+0.007 5μA
3MΩ 3.500 0 MΩ 0.200+0.010 0.200+0.007 500nA
*6 For negative values, to -10% f.s.
*7 The maximum display range is 99,999dgt.
*8 Measurement current accuracy is ±5%.

Temperature measurement accuracy (RM3544/RM3545)

• Temperature Sensor Z2001 • AnalogInput RM3545
RM3545 RM3544
(for RM3544/RM3544-01) (for RM3545)
Range of guaranteed accuracy -10.0 to 99.9 ºC Guaranteed accuracy range 0 to 2 V
Display refresh rate Approx. 2 s Maximum allowable voltage 2.5V
Guaranteed accuracy period 1 year Resolution 1mV
Display range -99.9 to 999.9 ºC
• Temperature Sensor Z2001 and RM3545/RM3544/RM3544 -01 Approx. 50 ms,
Measurement period (speed)
combined accuracy no moving average
t: Temperature measurement values [ºC] Period of guaranteed accuracy 1 year
Temperature Accuracy Accuracy ±1%rdg. ±3 mV
-10.0 ºC to 9.9 ºC ± (0.55 + 0.009 × |t-10| ) ºC
10.0 ºC to 30.0 ºC ± 0.50 ºC
30.1 ºC to 59.9 ºC ± (0.55 + 0.012 × |t-30| ) ºC
60.0 ºC to 99.9 ºC ± (0.92 + 0.021 × |t-60| ) ºC
Standalone instrument accuracy: ± 0.2 ºC

Resistance D/A output accuracy (RM3545) RM3545

Output accuracy Resistance measurement accuracy ±0.2%f.s., (temperature coefficient ±0.02%f.s./°C)
Response time Measurement time + Max. 1 ms

Measurement speed typical values (RM3545) RM3545 Measurement time (RM3544) RM3544
Measurement speed (ms) Measurement speed (ms)
Measurement
Range MED FAST
current FAST SLOW1 SLOW2 MED SLOW
50Hz 60Hz 50Hz 60Hz
10 mΩ N/A 41 61 58 141 241 21 18 101 401
100 mΩ High 41 61 58 141 241
1000 mΩ High 2.2 22 19 102 202 Tolerance: ±10% ±2 ms
10 Ω High 2.2 22 19 102 202 * With TC set to ON and the comparator set to ON
100 Ω High 2.8 23 20 103 203
Tolerance: ±10% ±0.2 ms
* Shortest time when using an external trigger source or with continuous mea-
surement off (other than free-run). With a delay of 10 ms, TC on, comparator
on, OVC off, and averaging off. Measurement speed varies with the selected
range and settings. For more information, please see the Instruction Manual.
 Model Configurations and Options

RESISTANCE METER RM3545 RESISTANCE METER RM3544

(Accessories: Power cord ×1, CLIP TYPE LEAD L2101 ×1, instruction
RESISTANCE METER RM3545-01 manual ×1, extra fuse ×1)
(with GP-IB)

RESISTANCE METER RM3545-02 RESISTANCE METER RM3544-01

(EXT I/O, with communication interface)
(supports use of the MULTIPLEXER UNIT Z3003)
(Accessories: Power Cord ×1, CLIP TYPE LEAD L2101 ×1, male EXT
(Accessories: Power Cord ×1, CLIP TYPE LEAD L2101 ×1, TEMPERATURE
I/O connector ×1, instruction manual ×1, applications disc ×1, USB cable
SENSOR Z2001 ×1, male EXT I/O connector ×1, instruction manual ×1,
(A-to-B type) ×1, extra fuse ×1)
applications disc ×1, USB cable (A-to-B type) ×1, extra fuse ×1)

Caution when considering the use of probes without guard terminals

Proper operation of the RM3545 and RM3544 is not guaranteed when using test
leads (test probes) that lack guard terminals, for example test leads used with mod-
els such as the Resistance HiTester 3541 or mΩ HiTester 3540. Please use the test
leads indicated in the RM3545 and RM3544 accessory and option documentation.

Options
Multiplexer Unit (for RM3545 -02 ) Test Leads

Note on probe length

MULTIPLEXER UNIT Z3003
B: Probe length
L: Overall length
(Whole image)
CLIP TYPE LEAD L2101 4 -TERMINAL LEAD L2104
(Bundled accessory) B: 118 mm (4.65 in), L: 1.5 m (4.92 ft)
Temperature Sensor/LED Comparator Attachment PC Communication B: 83 mm (3.27 in), L: 1.5 m (4.92 ft)

TEMPERATURE SENSOR RS-232C CABLE 9637

Z2001 for PC connection, 9pin - 9pin, cross, 1.8 m (5.91 ft)
(RM3545/RM3545 -01/
RM3545 -02 Bundled accessory,
RM3544/RM3544 -01 Option) RS-232C CABLE 9638
1.75 m (5.74 ft) for PC connection, 9pin - 25pin, cross, 1.8 m (5.91 ft)

LED COMPARATOR PIN TYPE LEAD L2102 PIN TYPE LEAD L2103
GP-IB CONNECTOR CABLE 9151-02 B: 140 mm (5.51 in), L: 1.5 m (4.92 ft) B: 138 mm (5.43 in), L: 1.5 m (4.92 ft)
ATTACHMENT L2105 2 m (6.56 ft)
2 m (6.56 ft)

Related products High-precision portable RESISTANCE METER RM3548

resistance meter
Large motors, large transformers Basic accuracy : 0.02%
measures from µΩ to MΩ
Max. resolution : 0.1μΩ
Max. measurable current : 1A

Measure from 0.0 µΩ (@ 1 A) to 3.5 MΩ

Vehicle grounding lines, conductivity of aircraft fuselages Easily record up to 1,000 data points in
memory simply by applying the instrument’s
probes.
Smoothly capture temperature-rise test data
using interval measurement.
Temperature rise tests (Motors, choke coils, transformers) Portable design is ideal for maintenance and
testing of large equipment.

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