Megger VIDAR Vacuum Interrupter Tester

Megger's VIDAR is used for checking the integrity of vacuum interrupters used with vacuum circuit breakers. This powerful unit gives you the ability to quickly and conveniently test that vacuum interrupters (VI) are intact and working correctly before putting into operation.

Developed alongside leading manufacturers of vacuum circuit breakers, the VIDAR is built from the ground up to test the operational integrity of vacuum interrupters. The compact, lightweight design of the VIDAR makes it suitable for use in both field work, and shop floor applications.

The system works by a known relationship between flashover voltage and the vacuum interrupter under test. During the testing, a suitable test voltage from a selectable range from 10 to 60kV C is applied to the breaker. The VIDAR will then light a green lamp for approval of the VI, or light a red light if the vacuum interrupter is determined to be defective.

For added safety of the user, the Megger VIDAR includes two-handed control and a high voltage warning lamp.

Closer Look at the VIDAR

1. 1) High Voltage Cable - used for connection of the test voltage and ground to the vacuum breaking chamber
2. 2) Cancel Lamp - lights up when the test interval exceeds 1 minute, you try to conduct a one minute test less than two minutes after the latest test or when the high voltage indicator malfunctions
3. 3) High Voltage Warning Lamp - shows when high voltage is currently being applied
4. 4) Test Voltage Selector - with range from 10 to 60kV DC
5. 5) Protective Earth - ground terminal
6. 6) Large Test Clip Connectors - quick connection for a more efficient testing process
7. 7) Test Safety Control Knobs - both most be turned simultanouesly to apply high voltage to the test object
8. 8) Acceptable Green Lamp - lights up when the breaking chamber test result is positive
9. 9) Defective Red Lamp - lights up when the breaking chamber test result is negative, when the flashover threshold voltage is too low

Megger VIDAR Vacuum Interrupter Tester Key Features

• Tests the integrity of vacuum interrupters used in vaccum circuit breakers
• Quick easy testing with acceptable and defective red/green lights
• Selectable test voltages from 10 60kV DC
• Compact, portable design equally at home in the field or for use in any area
• Follows ANSI and IEEE standardised DC test methods
• Developed in close collaboration with leading manufacturers of vaccum circuit breakers

What's Included?

• Megger VIDAR Vacuum Interrupter Tester
• Permanently-Mounted Cable Set (5m)
• Ground Cable
• Transport Case (GD-00030)