Clamp Meter
Order no.: PCE-360
The PCE-360 is a Clamp Meter with data logger functionality. This versatile power analyzer can take single-phase and three-phase power measurements both in real time and over an extended time period.
- Voltage range: 50.0 V ... 600.0 V True RMS value
- Current range: 3.0 A ... 999.9 A True RMS value
- Includes clamps, clips, leads, PC software and data cable
Manufacturer: PCE Instruments
Order no.: PCE-830-1
The PCE-830 Clamp Meter is used for measuring one to three phases of electrical quantities for alternating current (AC). This Clamp Meter also measures parameters such as voltage, current, frequency, harmonics, and power as well as indicating, according to standard EN50160, harmonic values, interharmonics, and asymmetrics. Interference, such as interruptions, leaks, overloads, or transience (from 16 µs) are detected with their corresponding values. The power logging instrument is delivered manufacturer calibrated. An ISO calibration certificate may be ordered optionally.
- PCE-830 + PCE-6801 amp clamp (100 A)
- Electrical conductor pick-up: 30 mm / 1.1 in diameter
- Range selection: manual (1 A, 10 A, 100 A)
- Clamp dimensions: 210 mm x 62 mm x 36 mm / 8.2 in x 2.4 in x 1.4 in
- Sampling rate: 2 sec.
- Memory size: 512 kB (max. 52,000 values (single phase)
Manufacturer: PCE Instruments
Order no.: PCE-830-2
The PCE-830-2 Clamp Meter is used for measuring one to three phases of electrical quantities for alternating current (AC). This Clamp Meter also measures parameters such as voltage, current, frequency, harmonics, and power as well as indicating, according to standard EN50160, harmonic values, interharmonics, and asymmetrics. Interference, such as interruptions, leaks, overloads, or transience (from 16 µs) are detected with their corresponding values. The power logging instrument is delivered manufacturer calibrated. An ISO calibration certificate may be ordered optionally.
- PCE-830 + PCE-6802 amp clamp (1000 A)
- Electrical conductor pick-up: 55 mm / 2.1 in diameter
- Range selection: manual (10 A, 100 A, 1000 A)
- Clamp dimensions: 244 mm x 97 mm x 46 mm / 9.6 in x 3.7 in x 1.8 in
- Sampling rate: 2 sec.
- Memory size: 512 kB (max. 52,000 values (single phase)
Manufacturer: PCE Instruments
Order no.: PCE-830-3
The PCE-830-3 Clamp Meter is used for measuring one to three phases of electrical quantities for alternating current (AC). This Clamp Meter also measures parameters such as voltage, current, frequency, harmonics, and power as well as indicating, according to standard EN50160, harmonic values, interharmonics, and asymmetrics. Interference, such as interruptions, leaks, overloads, or transience (from 16 µs) are detected with their corresponding values. The power logging instrument is delivered manufacturer calibrated. An ISO calibration certificate may be ordered optionally.
- PCE-830 + PCE-3007 flexible amp clamp (3000 A)
- Electrical conductor pick-up: 170 mm / 6.69 in diameter
- Length of electrical conductor: 610 mm / 24.0 in
- Dimensions: 257 mm x 155 mm x 57 mm / 10.1 in x 6.1 in x 2.2 in
- Sampling rate: 2 sec.
- Memory size: 512 kB (max. 52,000 values - single phase)
Manufacturer: PCE Instruments
Order no.: PCE-PA 8300
The easy-to-use PCE-PA 8300 Clamp Meter is the ideal tool for performing power and harmonics analysis as well as for measuring network capacity. The PCE-PA 8300 is a 3-phase power analyzer that features:
- Voltage measurement range of 10 V ... 600 V AC
- Current measurement range of (Set 1) 20 A ... 1200 A AC or (Set 2) 30 A ... 3000 A AC
- Performance measurement range of 0 kW ... 9.999 MW (VA/VAR)
- Simultaneous display of harmonics and waveform
- Graphic Phasor diagram
- Captures transients including dip, swell, and outage
Manufacturer: PCE Instruments
Order no.: CA-Mini01
Current transformers for multimeter to 150 A AC, Æ max. 10 mm, different output signals - The opening width of the clamp to this converter is 39 mm. The measured current is a conversion ratio of 1000; 1 or 100: 1 output as direct or alternating current or voltage of the clamp convertor. The clamp convertor is connected via the connector to any multimeter or to a data logger.
- Measuring range: 2 ... 150 A
- Accuracy: 2.5 %
- Bandwidth: 48 ... 500 Hz
Manufacturer: Chauvin Arnoux GmbH
Order no.: CA-Mini03
Current transformers for multimeter to 150 A AC, Æ max. 10 mm, different output signals. The clamp convertor can be used both for currents up to 150 A and for small currents of a few mA. The clamp convertor of the mini-series measures the AC reliably and accurately. Cables with a diameter up to 10 mm can be added to the clamp convertor. The opening width of the clamp to this converter is 39 mm.
- Measuring range: 1 ... 100 A
- Accuracy: 2%
- Bandwidth: 48 ... 500 Hz
Manufacturer: Chauvin Arnoux GmbH
Order no.: CA-Mini09
Current transformers for multimeter to 150 A AC, Æ max. 10 mm - The clamp convertor is connected via the connector to any multimeter or to a data logger. In addition to the measurement of simple direct current at 50 Hz, the clamp convertor of the mini-series measures the TRMS current up to 10 kHz, if the connected meter also supports this measurement.
- Measuring range: 1 ... 150 A
- Accuracy: 4%
- Bandwidth: 48 ... 500 Hz
Manufacturer: Chauvin Arnoux GmbH
Order no.: CA-Mini05
The clamp meter convertor of the mini-series impresses with its compact dimensions. The clamp convertor can be used both for currents up to 150 A and for small currents of a few mA. The clamp meter convertor of the mini-series measures the AC reliably and accurately. Cables with a diameter up to 10 mm can be added to the convertor. The opening width of the clamp to this converter is 39 mm.
- Measuring range: 0.005 ... 10 A, 1 ... 100 A
- Accuracy: 3%
- Bandwidth: 48 ... 500 Hz
Manufacturer: Chauvin Arnoux GmbH
Order no.: CA-Mini02
Current transformers for multimeter to 150 A AC, Æ max. 10 mm, different output signals - The clamp convertor can be used both for currents upto 150 A and for small currents of a few mA. The clamp meter convertor measures the AC reliably and accurately. Cables with a diameter up to 10 mm can be added to the clamp convertor. The opening width of the clamp to this converter is 39 mm.
- Measuring range: 0.05 ... 100 A
- Accuracy: 1%
- Bandwidth: 48 ... 10 Hz
Manufacturer: Chauvin Arnoux GmbH
Order no.: CA-MN08
Current transformers for multimeters, oscilloscopes and current faults, max. 200 A AC, max. Diameter 20 mm. With its bandwidth of 10 kHz, the Clamp Meter MN series is designed for various applications such as fault current, power and harmonics measurements. The Clamp Meter offers 3 choices for output. In addition to AC and AC voltage, a DC voltage output is possible from the Clamp Meter MN series.
- Rated current: 200 A AC
- Transformation ratio: 1,000/1
- Output: isolated Ø 4 mm female sockets
Manufacturer: Chauvin Arnoux GmbH
Order no.: CA-MN09
Current transformers for multimeters, oscilloscopes and current faults, max. 200 A AC, max. Diameter 20 mm. With the high bandwidth of 10 kHz, the Clamp Meter MN series is designed for various applications such as fault current, power and harmonics measurements. The Clamp Meter MN series offers 3 choices for the output. In addition to AC and AC voltage, a DC voltage output is possible from the Clamp Meter MN series (delivered manufacturer calibrated - ISO certification as an option).
- Rated current: 200 A AC
- Transformation ratio: 1,000/1
- Output: lead and isolated Ø 4 mm male plugs
Manufacturer: Chauvin Arnoux GmbH
Order no.: CA-MN13
Current transformers for multimeters, oscilloscopes and current faults, max. 200 A AC, max. Diameter 20 mm. With the high bandwidth of 10 kHz, the Clamp Meter MN series is designed for various applications such as fault current, power and harmonics measurements. The Clamp Meter MN series offers 3 choices for the output. In addition to AC and AC voltage, a DC voltage output is possible from the Clamp Meter MN series (delivered manufacturer calibrated - ISO certification as an option).
- Rated current: 200 A AC
- Output signal: AC voltage
- Output/input ratio: 10 mV / A AC
- Output: lead and isolated Ø 4 mm male plugs
- Output protected against voltage surges
Manufacturer: Chauvin Arnoux GmbH
Order no.: CA-MN10
Current transformers for multimeters, oscilloscopes and current faults, max. 200 A AC, max. Diameter 20 mm. With the high bandwidth of 10 kHz, the Clamp Meter MN series is designed for various applications such as fault current, power and harmonics measurements. The Clamp Meter MN series offers 3 choices for the output. In addition to AC and AC voltage, a DC voltage output is possible from the Clamp Meter MN series (delivered manufacturer calibrated - ISO certification as an option).
- Rated current: 200 A AC
- Transformation ratio: 1,000/1
- Output: isolated Ø 4 mm female sockets
- Output protected against voltage surges
Manufacturer: Chauvin Arnoux GmbH
Order no.: CA-MN12
Current transformers for multimeters, oscilloscopes and current faults, max. 200 A AC, max. Diameter 20 mm. With the high bandwidth of 10 kHz, the Clamp Meter MN series is designed for various applications such as fault current, power and harmonics measurements. The Clamp Meter MN series offers 3 choices for the output. In addition to AC and AC voltage, a DC voltage output is possible from the Clamp Meter MN series (delivered manufacturer calibrated - ISO certification as an option).
- Rated current: 200 A AC
- Output signal: AC voltage
- Output/input ratio: 10 mV / A AC
- Output: isolated Ø 4 mm female sockets
Manufacturer: Chauvin Arnoux GmbH
Order no.: CA-MN11
Current transformers for multimeters, oscilloscopes and current faults, max. 200 A AC, max. Diameter 20 mm. With the high bandwidth of 10 kHz, the Clamp Meter MN series is designed for various applications such as fault current, power and harmonics measurements. The Clamp Meter MN series offers 3 choices for the output. In addition to AC and AC voltage, a DC voltage output is possible from the Clamp Meter MN series.
- Rated current: 200 A AC
- Transformation ratio: 1,000/1
- Output: lead and isolated Ø 4 mm male plugs
- Output protected against voltage surges
Manufacturer: Chauvin Arnoux GmbH
Order no.: CA-MN14
Current transformers for multimeters, oscilloscopes and current faults, max. 200 A AC, max. Diameter 20 mm. With the high bandwidth of 10 kHz, the Clamp Meter MN series is designed for various applications such as fault current, power and harmonics measurements. The Clamp Meter MN series offers 3 choices for the output. In addition to AC and AC voltage, a DC voltage output is possible from the Clamp Meter MN series (delivered manufacturer calibrated - ISO certification as an option).
- Rated current: 200 A AC
- Output signal: AC voltage
- Output/input ratio: 1 mV / A AC
- Output: isolated Ø 4 mm female sockets
Manufacturer: Chauvin Arnoux GmbH
Order no.: CA-MN88
Current transformers for multimeters, oscilloscopes and current faults, max. 200 A AC, max. Diameter 20 mm. With the high bandwidth of 10 kHz, the Clamp Meter MN series is designed for various applications such as fault current, power and harmonics measurements. The Clamp Meter MN series offers 3 choices for the output. In addition to AC and AC voltage, a DC voltage output is possible from the Clamp Meter MN series (delivered manufacturer calibrated - ISO certification as an option).
- Rated current: 200 A AC
- Output signal: DC voltage
- Output / input ratio: 100 mV DC/ A AC
- Output: isolated Ø 4 mm female sockets
Manufacturer: Chauvin Arnoux GmbH
Order no.: CA-MN15
Current transformers for multimeters, oscilloscopes and current faults, max. 200 A AC, max. Diameter 20 mm. With the high bandwidth of 10 kHz, the Clamp Meter MN series is designed for various applications such as fault current, power and harmonics measurements. The Clamp Meter MN series offers 3 choices for the output. In addition to AC and AC voltage, a DC voltage output is possible from the Clamp Meter MN series (delivered manufacturer calibrated - ISO certification as an option).
- Rated current: 200 A AC
- Output signal: AC voltage
- Output/input ratio: 1 mV / A AC
- Output: lead and isolated Ø 4 mm male plugs
Manufacturer: Chauvin Arnoux GmbH
Order no.: CA-MN89
With the high bandwidth of 10 kHz, the Clamp Meter MN series is designed for various applications such as fault current, power and harmonics measurements. The Clamp Meter MN series offers 3 choices for the output. In addition to AC and AC voltage, a DC voltage output is possible from the Clamp Meter MN series (delivered manufacturer calibrated - ISO certification as an option).
- Rated voltage: 200 A AC
- Output signal: DC voltage
- Output / input ratio: 100 mV DC/ A AC
- Output: lead and isolated Ø 4 mm male plugs
Manufacturer: Chauvin Arnoux GmbH
It is known from the fundamentals of electrical engineering that current must always be measured in a line to a consumer, since the maximum current is determined by the smallest resistance in the electrical network. However, it is often not possible to split the circuit with a multimeter in order to measure the current, or the current in the alternating power supply system is very high so that a contact current measurement is not possible. That is when a clamp meter is needed.
How does a clamp meter measure the electrical current?
Around each electrical conductor, through which the current flows, a magnetic field spreads linearly regarding the flowing current. In case of the direct current, this is a DC magnetic field and, in case of the alternating current, an alternating magnetic field. Clamp meters use this effect and measure the current via a Hall sensor (direct current) or via a kind of transformer (alternating current), depending on the current type.
Which clamp meter should be used?
The selection of the clamp meters depends on various factors. The first factor is the nature of the current. The clamp meter for alternating current is most widely used. For applications, when also the direct current is to be measured with the help of a clamp meter, for example, to measure the current of a starter in a motor vehicle, a clamp meter, which can measure the direct current, is needed. Commonly, the clamp meters, measuring the direct current, are also able to measure the alternating current.
Another question to consider when selecting the right clamp meter, is the amperage. Generally speaking, the higher the current to be measured, the bigger the size of the clamp meter. A special design of a clamp meter is the Rogowski coil. This type of a clamp meter is often used for very high alternating currents, since very large sizes can be achieved here. Flexible clamp meters are also frequently used for the measurements in the control cabinet.
Besides, clamp meters are frequently used for measuring the electrical power. This particular form of the clamp meter is widely used in the electrical measuring technology. The following must be considered here. The measurement with the help of a clamp meter is always possible only if in a 3-phase network, all conductors are loaded in the same way, i.e. symmetrically. For asymmetrically loaded phases, 3 clamp meters must be used. Here, PCE Instruments offers appropriate clamp meters with power measuring functions.
A special measuring function in a clamp meter is the so-called inrush function. This function is always used when the starting current of the machines or motors must be measured. The clamp meter is in a kind of standby mode after activation. As soon as the current is detected by the clamp, it is detected with a very high sampling rate and displayed on the screen, also if the current is again on a different level after switching on.
Further special functions such as voltage measurement or resistance measurement and temperature measurements complete the range of functions of a clamp meter.