Fluke Earth Clamp Meters
Discover top Fluke earth clamp meters for precise ground testing. Ensure safety and accuracy in your electrical projects. Read more to find the best option!
Find out more about Fluke Earth Clamp Meters below.
- High accuracy clamp meter designed to help you pinpoint small leakage current problems
- 40mm diameter jaw opening
- Fluke Connect enabled - wirelessly interfaces with smartphones and tablets
- 61mm jaw opening
- Designed to pinpoint small leakage current problems
- Fluke Connect wireless sharing to your smartphone or tablet
- Measure earth ground loop and AC leakage current without the use of auxiliary stakes
- 40mm diameter jaw opening
- Built-in datalogging capabilites with Fluke Connect wireless data transmission to smartphone/tablet
- Measure earth ground resistance and AC leakage quickly and safely
- User-configurable high and low alarm limits
- Data is automatically recorded at preset intervals
About Fluke Earth Clamp Meters
Fluke Earth Clamp Meters, such as the Fluke 1630-2 FC, are specialised instruments designed to measure earth ground loop resistance and AC leakage currents without the need for auxiliary test stakes or disconnection of the grounding system.
Measurement Capabilities
- Earth Ground Loop Resistance: These meters measure the resistance of the grounding system to ensure it can safely dissipate electrical faults or lightning strikes into the earth.
- AC Leakage Current: They detect unintended AC currents that may be leaking to the ground, which is crucial for identifying potential safety hazards and system inefficiencies.
Fluke Earth Clamp Meters employ a 'stakeless' testing method, unlike a standard Earth Resistance Tester. The clamp is placed around the earth ground rod or connecting cable, inducing a known voltage and measuring the resulting current. The meter then automatically calculates the ground loop resistance at that connection. This technique eliminates the need for driving auxiliary ground stakes, simplifying the testing process, especially in locations where traditional methods are impractical.
Advantages
- Non-Intrusive Testing: Allows for measurement without disconnecting the grounding system, preventing unnecessary downtime.
- Safety: Reduces the need for driving auxiliary ground stakes, which can be hazardous in certain environments.
- Efficiency: Simplifies the testing process, saving time and resources, particularly in urban or paved areas where traditional methods are challenging.
Applications
- Industrial and Commercial Facilities: Testing grounding systems in factories, office buildings, and other commercial establishments to ensure electrical safety and compliance with standards.
- Utility Services: Assessing the integrity of grounding systems in substations, transmission towers, and distribution networks to maintain system reliability.
- Telecommunications: Verifying the grounding of equipment in communication towers and data centres to protect against electrical surges and ensure uninterrupted service.
Fluke earth clamp meters are valuable tools for electricians, technicians, and safety inspectors.
