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Users Manual

June 2005 Rev. 1, 2/19

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 LIMITED WARRANTY AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
Each Fluke product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service. The warranty period is one year
and begins on the date of shipment. Parts, product repairs, and services are warranted for 90 days. This warranty extends only to the original buyer or
end-user customer of a Fluke authorized reseller, and does not apply to fuses, disposable batteries, or to any product which, in Fluke's opinion, has
been misused, altered, neglected, contaminated, or damaged by accident or abnormal conditions of operation or handling. Fluke warrants that soft-
ware will operate substantially in accordance with its functional specifications for 90 days and that it has been properly recorded on non-defective
media. Fluke does not warrant that software will be error free or operate without interruption.
Fluke authorized resellers shall extend this warranty on new and unused products to end-user customers only but have no authority to extend a
greater or different warranty on behalf of Fluke. Warranty support is available only if product is purchased through a Fluke authorized sales outlet or
Buyer has paid the applicable international price. Fluke reserves the right to invoice Buyer for importation costs of repair/replacement parts when
product purchased in one country is submitted for repair in another country.
Fluke's warranty obligation is limited, at Fluke's option, to refund of the purchase price, free of charge repair, or replacement of a defective product
which is returned to a Fluke authorized service center within the warranty period.
To obtain warranty service, contact your nearest Fluke authorized service center to obtain return authorization information, then send the product to
that service center, with a description of the difficulty, postage and insurance prepaid (FOB Destination). Fluke assumes no risk for damage in transit.
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outside the product’s specified rating, or normal wear and tear of mechanical components, Fluke will provide an estimate of repair costs and obtain
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 Table of Contents

Title Page

Introduction .................................................................................................................... 1
Contacting Fluke ............................................................................................................ 1
Safety Information .......................................................................................................... 2
Unsafe Voltage ............................................................................................................... 5
Battery Saver (Sleep Mode) ........................................................................................ 5
Rotary Switch Positions .................................................................................................. 5
Buttons and Indicators.................................................................................................... 6
Understanding the Display ............................................................................................. 8
Input Terminals............................................................................................................... 10
Power-Up Options .......................................................................................................... 10
Making Measurements ................................................................................................... 11
Measuring Volts ......................................................................................................... 12
Measuring Earth-Bond Resistance ............................................................................ 12
Measuring Insulation Resistance ............................................................................... 14
Measuring Polarization Index and Dielectric Absorption Ratios (Model 1507) ............... 15
Using the Compare Function (Model 1507) .................................................................... 17
Cleaning ......................................................................................................................... 18

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Testing the Batteries ...................................................................................................... 18

Testing the Fuse ............................................................................................................ 19
Replacing the Batteries and Fuse .................................................................................. 20
Specifications ................................................................................................................. 21
AC/DC Voltage Measurement ................................................................................... 23
Earth-bond Resistance Measurement ....................................................................... 24
Insulation Specifications ............................................................................................ 24
Model 1507 .......................................................................................................... 25
Model 1503 .......................................................................................................... 26
IEC 61557 Specification ....................................................................................... 26
Insulation Resistance Maximum and Minimum Display Values ............................ 28
Earth-Bond Resistance Maximum Display Values ............................................... 32

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 Introduction
The Fluke model 1507 and model 1503 are
battery-powered insulation testers (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 IEC 61010 standards. The

IEC 61010-2-030 standard defines three measurement
categories (CAT II 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
• Earth-Bond Resistance
• Insulation Resistance

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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 Warning identifies conditions and procedures that are dangerous to the user. A Caution identifies conditions and
procedures that can cause damage to the Product or the equipment under test.

XW Warnings
To prevent possible electrical shock, fire, or personal injury:
• Read all safety information before you use the Product.
• Do not alter the Product and use only as specified, or the protection supplied by the Product can be
compromised.
• Carefully read all instructions.
• Do not use the Product around explosive gas, vapor, or in damp or wet environments.
• Comply with local and national safety codes. Use personal protective equipment (approved rubber
gloves, face protection, and flame-resistant clothes) to prevent shock and arc blast injury where
hazardous live conductors are exposed.
• Do not work alone.
• Examine the case before you use the Product. Look for cracks or missing plastic. Carefully look at the
insulation around the terminals.
• Do not use the Product if it is altered or damaged.
• Do not use test leads if they are damaged. Examine the test leads for damaged insulation, exposed
metal, or if the wear indicator shows. Check test lead continuity.
• Do not touch voltages >30 V ac rms, 42 V ac peak, or 60 V dc.
• Do not apply more than the rated voltage, between the terminals or between each terminal and earth ground.
• Use the correct terminals, function, and range for measurements.

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Safety Information

• Use Product-approved measurement category (CAT), voltage, and amperage rated accessories (probes,
test leads, and adapters) for all measurements.
• Do not exceed the Measurement Category (CAT) rating of the lowest rated individual component of a
Product, probe, or accessory.
• Do not use in CAT III or CAT IV environments without the protective cap installed on test probe. The
protective cap decreases the exposed probe metal to <4 mm. This decreases the possibility of arc flash
from short circuits.
• Remove all probes, test leads, and accessories that are not necessary for the measurement.
• Keep fingers behind the finger guards on the probes.
• Measure a known voltage first to make sure that the Product operates correctly.
• Always de-energize circuits before you do resistance tests.
• Replace a blown fuse with exact replacement only for continued protection against arc flash.
• Remove the batteries if the Product is not used for an extended period of time, or if stored in
temperatures above 50 °C. If the batteries are not removed, battery leakage may result.
• Replace the batteries when the low battery indicator shows to prevent incorrect measurements.
• Remove all probes, test leads, and accessories before the battery door is opened.
• Replace all batteries with fresh batteries of the same manufacturer and type to prevent battery leakage.
• Repair the Product before use if the battery leaks. Battery leakage may create a shock hazard or
damage the Product.
• The battery door must be closed and locked before you operate the Product.
• Do not operate the Product with covers removed or the case open. Hazardous voltage exposure is
possible.
• Have an approved technician repair the Product.

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Table 1. Symbols

Symbol Description Symbol Description

W WARNING. RISK OF DANGER.  Earth

WARNING. HAZARDOUS VOLTAGE. Risk of
X electric shock.  Fuse

 Consult user documentation. T Double Insulated

WARNING. Do not use in distribution systems
 Battery 6 with voltages >660 V.
Certified by CSA Group to North American safety
P Conforms to European Union directives. ) standards.
Conforms to relevant Australian Safety and Conforms to relevant South Korean EMC
 EMC standards.  Standards.
Measurement Category II is applicable to test and measuring circuits connected directly to utilization points
 (socket outlets and similar points) of the low-voltage MAINS installation.
Measurement Category III is applicable to test and measuring circuits connected to the distribution part of the
 building’s low-voltage MAINS installation.
Measurement Category IV is applicable to test and measuring circuits connected at the source of the
 building’s low-voltage MAINS installation.
This product complies with the WEEE Directive marking requirements. The affixed label indicates that you
must not discard this electrical/electronic product in domestic household waste. Product Category: With
~ reference to the equipment types in the WEEE Directive Annex I, this product is classed as category 9
"Monitoring and Control Instrumentation" product. Do not dispose of this product as unsorted municipal waste.

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Unsafe Voltage

Unsafe Voltage Rotary Switch Positions

To alert you to the presence of a potentially hazardous Turn the Tester on by selecting any measurement
voltage, when the Tester detects a voltage ≥ 30 V in function. The Tester presents a standard display for that
insulation test, ≥2 V in resistance, or a voltage overload function (range, measurement units, modifiers, etc.). Use
(), the  symbol is displayed. the blue button to select any rotary switch alternate
functions (labelled with blue letters). Rotary switch
Battery Saver (Sleep Mode) selections are shown in Figure 1 and described in Table 2.

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. To
resume operation, turn the rotary switch to OFF and then
turn to any function.
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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Table 2. Rotary Switch Selections

Buttons and Indicators
Switch Use the buttons to activate features that augment the
Measurement Function
Position function selected with the rotary switch. There are also two
indicators on the front of the Tester which light up when
OFF Turn off the Tester.
active. The buttons and indicators are shown in Figure 2
 AC or DC voltage from 0.1 V to 600.0 V. and described in Table 3.

 Ohms from 0.01 Ω to 20.00 kΩ.

Ohms from 0.01 MΩ to 10.0 GΩ for the

 Model 1507 and 0.01 to 2000 MΩ for the
 Model 1503.
250V
100V Performs insulation tests with 50, 100, 250,
50V 500 and 1000 V dc source on the 1507 or
500 and 1000 V dc source on the 1503.
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Figure 2. Buttons and Indicators

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Buttons and Indicators

Table 3. Buttons and Indicators

Button/
Description
Button/ Indicator
Description
Indicator Initiates an insulation test when the rotary
Press the blue button to select alternate switch is in INSULATION position. Causes
 the Tester to source (output) a high voltage
measurement functions.
 and measure insulation resistance.
Press to configure the Tester for a
polarization index or dielectric absorption Initiates a resistance test when the rotary
 switch is in the ohms position.
ratio test. The test will start when you press
the  button. Unsafe voltage warning. Indicates 30 V or
 Sets a pass/fail limit for insulation tests. greater (ac or dc depending on the rotary
switch position) is detected on the input.
Test lock. When pressed before the   Also appears when the display shows  in
button, the test remains active until you the  switch positions, and when 

press the lock or test button again to appears on the display. The  also appears
release the lock. when insulation test is active.
Turns the backlight on and off. The Pass indicator. Indicates when the

backlight goes off after 2 minutes.  insulation resistance measurement is
greater than the selected compare limit.

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Understanding the Display Table 4. Display Indicators

Display indicators are shown in Figure 3 and described in Indicator Description
Table 4. Error messages that may appear on the display
are described in Table 5.  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
 is on, the backlight button is
disabled to conserve battery life.

XW Warning
To avoid false readings, which
could lead to possible electric
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Figure 3. Display Indicators replace the battery as soon as
the low battery indicator
appears.

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Understanding the Display

Table 4 Display Indicators (cont.)

Table 5. Error Messages
Indicator Description
Message Description
 Polarization index or dielectric
absorption ratio test is selected. Appears on the primary display and
indicates that the battery is too low for
ZERO Ohms lead zero is active.
reliable operation. The Tester will not
VAC, VDC, Ω, 
Measurement units operate at all until the battery is replaced.
kΩ, MΩ, GΩ
The  also appears when  is on the
 Primary display primary display.

VDC Volts > Indicates an out of range value.

 Secondary display   Invalid calibration data. Calibrate the Tester.

COMPARE Indicates selected pass/fail compare

value.

 Insulation test indicator. Appears when

insulation test voltage is present.

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Input Terminals Table 6. Input Terminal Descriptions

.

Input terminals are shown in Figure 4 and described in Item Description

Table 6.
 Input terminal for resistance measurement.

 Common (return) terminal for all measurements.

 Input terminal for volts or insulation test.

1 3
Power-Up Options
Holding a button down while turning the Tester on
activates a power-up option. Power-up options allow you
2 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
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switch position. Power-up options are cancelled when the
Figure 4. Input Terminals Tester is turned OFF. Power-up options are described in
Table 7.

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Making Measurements

Table 7. Power-Up Options

Making Measurements
Button Description The figures on the following pages show how to make
switch position turns on all LCD measurements.
segments. When connecting the test leads to the circuit or device,
 switch position displays the software connect the common (COM) test lead before connecting

version number. the live lead; when removing the test leads, remove the
live lead before removing the common test lead.
 switch position displays the model
number. XW Warning
Starts the Calibration mode. The Tester To avoid electric shock, injury, or damage to
 displays  and enters Calibration mode the Tester, disconnect circuit power and
when the button is released. discharge all high-voltage capacitors before
testing.
Note
Power Up options are active when the button is
pressed.

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Measuring Volts 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
1507 INSULATION TESTER
energized circuit while the test is active will blow the fuse.

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 Ω and COM input terminals.

See Figure 6.

2. Turn the rotary switch to the  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 Ω,
the resistance will not be saved.

4. Connect the probes to the circuit to be measured. The

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Figure 5. Measuring Volts

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Making Measurements

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

 button and a valid resistance reading is
obtained.
1507 INSULATION TESTER

• 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 

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

5. Push and hold the  button to start the test. The

 icon appears on the lower portion of the display
until you release the  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. Push and hold  to start the test. The secondary
display shows the test voltage applied to the circuit
Insulation tests should only be performed on de-energized
under test. The high voltage symbol () along with a
circuits. To measure insulation resistance set up the
primary display showing the resistance in MΩ or GΩ
Tester as shown in Figure 7 and follow the steps below:
appears. The  icon appears on the lower portion of
1. Insert test probes in the V and COM input terminals. the display until  is released.

2. Turn the rotary switch to the desired test voltage. When resistance is higher than the maximum display
range, the Tester displays the  symbol and the
3. Connect the probes to the circuit to be measured. The maximum resistance for the range.
Tester automatically detects if the circuit is energized.
5. Keep the probes on the test points and release the
• The primary display shows  until you press  button. The circuit under test then discharges
 and a valid insulation resistance reading through the Tester. The resistance reading appears
is obtained. on the primary display until a new test is started or a
different function or range is selected or >30 V is
• The high voltage symbol () along with a primary detected.
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.

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Measuring Polarization Index and Dielectric Absorption Ratios (Model 1507)

Measuring Polarization Index and

Dielectric Absorption Ratios (Model
1507 INSULATION TESTER
1507)
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.
2. Turn the rotary switch to the desired test voltage
position.

3. Press the  button to select polarization index or

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Figure 7. Measuring Insulation Resistance dielectric absorption ratio.

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4. Connect the probes to the circuit to be measured. The When the test is completed, the PI or DAR value is
Tester automatically detects if the circuit is energized. displayed on the primary display. The circuit under
test will automatically be discharged through the
• The primary display shows ---- until you press the Tester. If either value used to calculate PI or DAR
 button and a valid resistance reading is was greater than the maximum display range, or the
obtained. 1-minute value was greater than 5000 MΩ, the
primary display will show .
• The high voltage symbol () along with a primary
display of >30 V warns if voltage greater that • When resistance is higher than the maximum
30 V ac or dc is present. If high voltage is display range, the Tester displays the > symbol
present, the test is inhibited. and the maximum resistance for the range.
5. Press and release  to start the test. During • To interrupt a PI or DAR test before it is
testing, the secondary display shows the test voltage completed, momentarily press . When you
applied to the circuit under test. The high voltage release , the circuit under test will
symbol () along with a primary display showing the automatically be discharged through the Tester.
resistance in MΩ or GΩ. The  icon appears on the
lower portion of the display until the test is finished.

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Using the Compare Function (Model 1507)

Using the Compare Function (Model

1507)
1507 INSULATION TESTER

Use the Compare function to set a pass/fail compare level

or for the insulation measurements. To use the Compare
function:

1. Press the  button to select the desired compare

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

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  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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Figure 8. Measuring Polarization Index and Dielectric
Absorption Ratios

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Cleaning
Periodically wipe the case with a damp cloth and mild
1507 INSULATION TESTER
detergent. Do not use abrasives or solvents. Dirt or
moisture in the terminals can affect readings. Allow time
for drying before using the Tester.

Testing the Batteries

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

1. Turn the rotary switch to the  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

Testing the Fuse

XW Warning 315 mA
1507 INSULATION TESTER

To avoid electrical shock or injury, remove Fuse OK

the test leads and any input signals before
replacing the fuse.

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  position.

2. Press and hold . If the display reading is ,

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

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

XW Warning
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 () appears.
• Use ONLY fuses with the amperage,
interrupt, voltage, and speed ratings
specified. F315 mA 1000 V
Min interrupt rating
10000 A
• Turn the rotary switch to OFF and remove bbw15f.emf
the test leads from the terminals. Fuse, Fast, 315 mA, 1000 V, Fluke PN 2279339
1. Remove the battery door by using a standard Min Interrupt Rating 10 000 A
screwdriver to turn the battery door lock until the Battery, 1.5 V AA Alkaline, Fluke PN 376756
unlock symbol aligns with the arrow. NEDA 15A, IEC LR6
2. Remove and replace the batteries. Figure 11. Replacing the Fuse and Battery

3. Replace the battery door and secure by turning the

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

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Specifications

Specifications
Maximum Voltage between any
Terminal and Earth .................................................. 600 V
Storage Temperature .............................................. -40 °C to 60 °C
Operating Temperature ........................................... -20 °C to 55 °C
Temperature Coefficient .......................................... 0.05 x (specified accuracy) per °C for temperatures <18 °C or >28 °C
Relative Humidity .................................................... Noncondensing
0 % to 95 % @ 10 °C to 30 °C
0 % to 75 % @ 30 °C to 40 °C
0 % to 40 % @ 40 °C to 55 °C
Batteries .................................................................. Four AA batteries (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 MΩ 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 Ω 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)
Ingress Protection Rating ........................................ IEC 60529: IP40
Altitude
Operating............................................................. 2000 m
Storage ................................................................ 12 000 m
Over-Range Capability ............................................ 110 % of range

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Accessories ............................................................. TL224 Leads

TP74 Probes with Protective Caps
Alligator Clips PN 1958654 (red) and PN 1958646 (black)
Holster
Remote Probe with Protective Cap
Safety
General ............................................................... IEC 61010-1: Pollution Degree 2
Measurement ...................................................... IEC 61010-2-030; CAT IV 600 V IEC 61010-031, IEC 61557-1, IEC 61557-2,
IEC 61557-4, IEC 61557-10
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
International ........................................................ IEC 61326-1: Portable Electromagnetic Environment
CISPR 11: Group 1, Class A
Group 1: Equipment has intentionally generated and/or uses conductively-coupled radio frequency energy that is necessary for the
internal function of the equipment itself.
Class A: Equipment is suitable for use in all establishments other than domestic and those directly connected to a low-voltage power
supply network that supplies buildings used for domestic purposes. There may be potential difficulties in ensuring electromagnetic
compatibility in other environments due to conducted and radiated disturbances.
Korea (KCC)........................................................ Class A Equipment (Industrial Broadcasting & Communication Equipment)
Class A: Equipment meets requirements for industrial electromagnetic wave equipment and the seller or user should take notice of it.
This equipment is intended for use in business environments and not to be used in homes.
USA (FCC) .......................................................... 47 CFR 15 subpart B. This product is considered an exempt device per clause 15.103.

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AC/DC Voltage Measurement

Accuracy
50 Hz to 400 Hz
Range Resolution
± (% of Rdg + Digits)

600.0 V 0.1 V + (2 % + 3)

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

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

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Earth-bond Resistance Measurement

Accuracy[1]
Range Resolution
+ (% of Rdg + Digits)

20.00 Ω 0.01 Ω

200.0 Ω 0.1 Ω
+ (1.5 % + 3)
2000 Ω 1Ω

20.00 kΩ 0.01 kΩ

[1] 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 MΩ to 10 GΩ model 1507, 0.01 MΩ to 2000 MΩ model 1503
Test Voltages ...................................................... 50, 100, 250, 500, 1000 V dc model 1507, 500 and 1000 V dc model 1503
Test Voltage Accuracy ........................................ +20 %, -0 %
Short-Circuit Test Current ................................... 1 mA nominal
Auto Discharge.................................................... Discharge time <0.5 second for C = 1 μF 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 μF load.

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Model 1507
Accuracy
Output Voltage Display Range Resolution Test Current
± (% of Rdg + Digits)

50 V dc 0.01 to 20.00 MΩ 0.01 MΩ

1 mA @ 50 kΩ ± (3 % + 5)
(0 % to + 20 %) 20.0 to 50.0 MΩ 0.1 MΩ

100 V dc 0.01 to 20.00 MΩ 0.01 MΩ

1 mA @ 100 kΩ ± (3 % + 5)
(0 % to + 20 %) 20.0 to 100.0 MΩ 0.1 MΩ

250 V dc 0.01 to 20.00 MΩ 0.01 MΩ

1 mA @ 250 kΩ ± (1.5 % + 5)
(0 % to + 20 %) 20.0 to 200.0 MΩ 0.1 MΩ

0.01 to 20.00 MΩ 0.01 MΩ

500 V dc
20.0 to 200.0 MΩ 0.1 MΩ 1 mA @ 500 kΩ ± (1.5 % + 5)
(0 % to + 20 %)
200 to 500 MΩ 1 MΩ

0.1 to 200.0 MΩ 0.1 MΩ

1000 V dc ± (1.5 % + 5)
200 to 2000 MΩ 1 MΩ 1 mA @ 1 MΩ
(0 % to + 20 %)
2.0 to 10.0 GΩ 0.1 GΩ ± (10 % + 3)

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Model 1503
Accuracy
Output Voltage Display Range Resolution Test Current
± (% of Rdg + Digits)

0.01 to 20.00 MΩ 0.01 MΩ

500 V dc
20.0 to 200.0 MΩ 0.1 MΩ 1 mA @ 500 kΩ ± (2.0 % + 5)
(0 % to + 20 %)
200 to 500 MΩ 1 MΩ

1000 V dc 0.1 to 200.0 MΩ 0.1 MΩ

1 mA @ 1 MΩ ± (2.0 % + 5)
0 % to + 20 %) 200 to 2000 MΩ 1 MΩ

IEC 61557 Specification

The following tables are a requirement for European labeling.

Measurement Intrinsic Uncertainty Operating Uncertainty[1]

Volts ± (2.0 % + 3) 30 %

Earth-Bond Resistance ± (1.5 % + 3) 30 %

Depends on test voltage and range.

Insulation Resistance 30 %
See Insulation Test specifications.

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

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IEC 61557 Influence Variables and Uncertainties

Earth-Bond Resistance Uncertainty for Insulation Uncertainty for Earth-Bond

Designation per EN61557
Influence Variable Resistance[1] 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 IEC 61557.

Insulation Resistance Maximum and Minimum Display Values

50 V 100 V 250 V 500 V 1000 V

Minimum Minimum Minimum Minimum Minimum

Limit Limit Limit Limit Limit
Display Display Display Display Display
Value Value Value Value Value
Value Value Value Value 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 0.13 0.1 0.1

0.2 0.26 0.2 0.26 0.2 0.26 0.2 0.26 0.2 0.3

0.3 0.39 0.3 0.39 0.3 0.39 0.3 0.39 0.3 0.4

0.4 0.52 0.4 0.52 0.4 0.52 0.4 0.52 0.4 0.5

0.5 0.65 0.5 0.65 0.5 0.65 0.5 0.65 0.5 0.7

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Insulation Resistance Maximum and Minimum Display Values (cont.)

50 V 100 V 250 V 500 V 1000 V

Minimum Minimum Minimum Minimum Minimum

Limit Limit Limit Limit Limit
Display Display Display Display Display
Value Value Value Value Value
Value Value Value Value 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 100 V 250 V 500 V 1000 V

Minimum Minimum Minimum Minimum Minimum

Limit Limit Limit Limit Limit
Display Display Display Display Display
Value Value Value Value Value
Value Value Value Value 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

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Insulation Resistance Maximum and Minimum Display Values (cont.)

50 V 100 V 250 V 500 V 1000 V

Minimum Minimum Minimum Minimum Minimum

Limit Limit Limit Limit Limit
Display Display Display Display Display
Value Value Value Value Value
Value Value Value Value 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

Maximum Maximum Maximum
Limit Value Limit Value Limit Value
Display Value Display Value 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

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