Martindale PAT Testers

About Martindale PAT Testers

Martindale Portable Appliance Testers (PAT testers) are instruments designed to assess the electrical safety of portable appliances, ensuring they comply with UK safety standards and regulations. These devices perform a series of tests to detect potential faults that could pose hazards to users.

Key Functions

• Earth Continuity Testing: Verifies the integrity of the protective earth connection in Class I appliances, ensuring that exposed metal parts are properly earthed.
• Insulation Resistance Testing: Measures the resistance between the appliance's live parts and its casing to ensure adequate insulation, preventing electric shocks.
• Polarity Check: Ensures that the wiring of detachable power leads is correct, confirming that live, neutral, and earth wires are properly connected.

Applications

These testers cater to various environments, including offices, workshops, and rental services, enabling users to conduct comprehensive PAT testing on Class I, Class II appliances, power leads, and more. They are used for:

• Workplace Safety: Regular testing of portable appliances in workplaces helps prevent electrical accidents, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Compliance with Regulations: PAT testing is a recognised method for meeting the requirements of the Electricity at Work Regulations, which mandate the maintenance of electrical equipment to prevent danger.
• Insurance Requirements: Many insurance policies require regular PAT testing as a condition for coverage, emphasizing its importance in risk management.

Key Specifications

Features within the Martindale PAT Tester range include:

• Earth bond tests at selectable current levels, including IT-safe 200mA options
• Insulation tests at 250V and 500V, ensuring compatibility with surge-protected appliances
• Testing of 110V, 230V and 240V appliances, offering flexibility across various equipment types
• Compact design with integrated carrying cases for easy transport and storage
• Options for manual or automatic test modes, tailored to user experience levels
• Backlit displays for clear visibility in low-light environments
• Power lead testing functionality
• Clear pass/fail indication
• Extension lead adaptors included
• Built-in safety features
• IEC lead testing capability

Notable features on selected models:

• Built-in memory for downloading test records (MicroPAT Plus only)
• Flash testing for workshop and hire equipment (available on EasyPAT 2100 and MicroPAT Plus)
• 110v run test, typical in workshops (EasyPAT 1600 and above)
• Rechargeable batteries for portability, along with mains and in-car charging options (HPAT400, HPAT500/2 and HPAT600/2)