S1-552/2 and S1-1052/2

5 kV and 10 kV Insulation Resistance Testers

S1-552/2 and S1-1052/2

5 kV and 10 kV Insulation Resistance
Testers
n CAT IV 600 V
n Mains or battery powered
n Digital/analogue backlit display
n Variable test voltage from 50 to 5000 or
10,000 V
n Automatic IR, PI, DAR, SV and DD tests
n Measures to 15 TΩ (5 kV) and 35 TΩ
(10 kV)
n Charge current: 5 mA
n RS232 and USB download of results to
Megger Download Manager
n On board memory for results storage

DESCRIPTION The instrument is fitted with a guard terminal to enhance

accuracy. The guard test lead is included as standard with the
The new 5 & 10 kV insulation resistance testers from Megger instrument.
are designed specifically to assist you with the testing and
maintenance of high voltage electrical equipment. IEEE To further enhance the flexibility of the instruments both
43-2000 recommends the use of 10 kV for motor windings have the facility to set the test voltage in steps from 50 V to
rated above 12 kV and the Megger S1-1052/2 facilitates this. the maximum output voltage avoiding the expense of several
The case is incredibly rugged and easy to carry, being made insulation resistance testers to meet your application needs.
of tough polypropylene and achieving an ingress protection
rating of IP65. In addition, the model number is marked on These IR instruments are designed to meet the highest safety
both sides of the case for ease of identification in stores or standards and meet the requirements of EN61010. In addition,
vehicles. the instrument measures the voltage at the terminals and if
this is above 50 V then the instrument will display the high
The instruments have a large easy to read backlit LCD display voltage warning and inhibit testing. At the end of the test the
making it equally suitable for use in both bright sunlight and instrument will automatically discharge the energy transferred
poorly lit environments. Information displayed includes to the equipment during the test phase.
resistance, voltage, leakage current, capacitance, battery
status and time constant. In addition, the elapsed time of the The S1-552/2 and S1-1052/2 are equally suited to routine testing
test is displayed constantly, removing the need for separate and diagnostic regimes being pre-programmed with IR, PI,
timers. Adjustable timers and limit alarms are included. DAR, SV and DD profiles.

The instrument can test when being powered by the mains

or its internal rechargeable battery, a great benefit when site
conditions are unknown or long term testing is required.

The controls of the instrument are clear and unambiguous

and a “quick start” guide is included in the lid of the instrument
removing the need to carry bulky manuals under site
conditions.
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5 kV and 10 kV Insulation Resistance Testers

SPECIFICATIONS Memory capacity

32 kB
Voltage input range
85-265 V rms, 50/60Hz, 60 VA Test regimes
Auto IR, PI, DAR, SV and DD.
S1-552/2 battery life
Typical capacity is 6 hours continuous testing at 5 kV with a 100 MΩ
Interface
load
RS232 and USB
S1-1052/2 battery life
Typical capacity is 4 hours continuous testing at 10 kV with a Data store
100 MΩ load Voltage, test time, leakage current, resistance, PI, DAR, DD,
capacitance and time constant
S1-552/2 test voltages
50 V to 1 kV in 10 V steps, 1 kV to 5 kV in 25 V steps Real time output
Serial, once per second of test voltage, current and resistance
S1-1052/2 test voltages
50 V to 1 kV in 10 V steps, 1 kV to 10 kV in 25 V steps Operating temperature
-20 °C to 50 °C
S1-552/2 accuracy (23 °C, 5 kV)
Storage temperature
5000 V 2500 V 1000 V 500 V 250 V -25 °C to 65 °C
±5% to 1 TΩ 500 GΩ 200 GΩ 100 GΩ 50 GΩ
±20% to 10 TΩ 5 TΩ 2 TΩ 1 TΩ 500 GΩ Ingress protection (lid closed)
IP65

S1-1052/2 accuracy (23 ºC, 10 kV) Humidity

10 kV 5000 V 2500 V 1000 V 500 V 250 V 90% RH non-condensing at 40 °C
±5% to 2 TΩ 1 TΩ 500 GΩ 200 GΩ 100 GΩ 50 GΩ Safety
±20% to 20 TΩ 10 TΩ 5 TΩ 2 TΩ 1 TΩ 500 GΩ Meets the requirements of IEC61010-1:2001 CATIV 600 V

Guard EMC
2% error guarding 500 kΩ leakage with 100 MΩ load Meets the requirements of IEC61326-1

Display range Dimensions

Digital display (3 digits) 10 kΩ to 15 TΩ (S1-552/2) to 35 TΩ 305 x 194 x 360 mm (12.7 x 6 x 14.2 inches)
(S1-1052/2)
Analogue display 100 kΩ to 1 TΩ Weight
7.1 kg (16lb) approx.
Short circuit/charge current
5 mA @ 5 kV ( S1-552/2) or 10 kV (S1-1052/2)

Capacitor charge time

<1.5 seconds per µF at 5mA to 5 kV ( S1-552/2)
<3 seconds per µF at 5mA to 10 kV ( S1-1052/2)

Capacitor discharge time

<120ms per µF to discharge from 5000 V to 50 V (S1-552/2)
<250ms per µF to discharge from 10000 V to 50 V (S1-1052/2)

Capacitance measurement (above 500 V)

10 nF to 50 µF (dependent on measurement voltage)

Capacitance measurement accuracy (23 °C)

±5% ±5 nF

Voltage output accuracy (0 °C to 30 °C)

+4%, -0%, ±10 V of nominal test voltage at 1 GΩ load

Current measurement range

0.01 nA to 5 mA

Current measurement accuracy (23 °C)

±5% ±0.2 nA at all voltages
Default voltmeter range:
50-600 V a.c. or d.c. Accuracy (23 ºC) + or -2% + or -1 V

Interference rejection
S1-552/2 1 mA per 250 V up to a maximum of 3 mA
S1-1052/2 1 mA per 600 V up to a maximum of 3 mA

Timer range
Up to 99 minutes and 59 seconds from start of test
15 second minimum setting for test voltage ≥1000 V
30 second minimum setting for test voltage <1000 V
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5 kV and 10 kV Insulation Resistance Testers

Test leads supplied purpose of making insulation resistance measurements.

In all cases it is the responsibility of the user to employ
safe working practices and verify that the system is safe
The S1-552/2 and S1-1052/2 are all supplied with test leads
before connection. Even isolated systems may exhibit
that are compliant with the requirements of IEC61010-
significant capacitance which will become highly
031:2008. The 5 kV models are supplied with one 3m
charged during the application of the insulation test.
lead-set with medium sized clips. The 10 kV models are
This charge can be lethal and connections, including
supplied with two 3m lead-sets, one with medium sized
the leads and clips, should never be touched during
clips and the other with large clips with insulation suited to
the test. The system must be safely discharged before
10 kV use.
touching connections.
These leads are designed based on Megger’s extensive
knowledge of insulation testing using the latest technology.
DESIGNED FOR EVERYDAY USE
The leads are in compliance with IEC61010-31:2008 which
requires a fully insulated clip design. Test leads are a key component of any precision
instrument and that safety, long life, and the ability to
provide reliable connections to a variety of test pieces
MEDIUM INSULATED TEST CLIP 3 m X 3 LEADSET found in everyday applications are of the utmost
These test leads are supplied as standard on S1-552/2 and importance. Megger design test leads for both safety
S1-1052/2. and practical operation.
These clips are designed for clamping on larger diameter
test pieces but where space is at a premium. LOCKING HV INSULATED PLUGS/NON-
REMOVABLE TEST CLIPS
The insulation is designed only to protect the user from
the output of Megger 5 kV and 10 kV (set below 6 kV) All Megger 5 kV an 10 kV insulation testing test leads
insulation resistance testers. The clips cannot in any are fitted with unique locking HV plugs and non-
circumstance be relied on to protect the user from live ac removable test clips. This reduces the likelihood of a
systems above 600 V a.c., r.m.s. in an CATIV environment. plug or clip inadvertently losing electrical connection
Cable insulation and the capacitance of a long cable remaining lethally
rating: 12 kV dc charged.
(marked on cable)
Cable type: flexible
dual insulated silicon
(inner insulation layer
coloured white to
highlight damage

LARGE INSULATED TEST CLIP 3 m X 3 LEADSET

These test leads are supplied as standard on S1-1052/2. With the arrows on the plug finger guard horizontal on
the instrument as shown to lock. Twist 90º to to unlock.
These clips are designed for clamping on larger diameter In addition, for the same reason, the test clips are not
test pieces. removable from the test lead.
The insulation is designed only to protect the user from
the output of Megger 5 kV and 10 kV insulation resistance PRACTICAL INSULATION DESIGN
testers and systems below 600 V to the category rating
above.
The clips cannot in any circumstance be relied on to
protect the user from live ac systems above 600V a.c., r.m.s.
in an CATIV environment.

Cable insulation rating:

12 kV dc (marked on cable)
Cable type: flexible dual
Moving jaw fingers maintain the clips touch proof safety
insulated silicon (inner
when clip isclosed but flex back to allow metal teeth of
insulation layer coloured
the clip to contact test piece unimpeded when in use.
white to highlight damage)
The design of the lead sets is intended to facilitate
connection to a variety of de-energized systems for the
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5 kV and 10 kV Insulation Resistance Testers

Cable type: flexible dual insulated silicon (inner insulation

layer coloured white to highlight damage)

COMPACT TEST CLIP WITH 5 OR 10 kV SCREENED

CABLE
The clips are designed for clamping on test pieces where
access is limited. There is no insulation on these clips.
 
Megger clip being tested with IEC standard test finger Extreme care must be taken to avoid electric shock when
for creepage and clearance. connecting/ disconnecting due to the bare metallic clips.
The screened test lead set consists of:

PRACTICAL JAW DESIGN

Curved jaws allow reliable connection around test

 
n A black/negative test lead that has been screened.
pieces and flat jaw tips provide excellent connection
n A red/positive test lead that is not screened.
and gripping of individual wires.
Cable insulation rating: 5 kV or 10 kV dc
Optional test leads Cable type: flexible screened PVC
Note: Screened test leads are an important accessory for those
MEDIUM AND LARGE TEST CLIPS working in high noise environments, and/or locations where
Test leads above with medium and large size insulated test lead leakage could be a problem.
clips are available supplied as an option in 5m, 8m,
10m and 15m lengths. These are listed in the ordering
information panel at the end of this data sheet. CONTROL CIRCUIT TEST SETS
These test leads may also be supplied in non- This probe and clip leadset is designed for testing low voltage
standard lengths to suit a particular application circuits with test voltages up to 1 kV.
/ requirement. Please contact Megger for a
quotation, minimum order quantities may apply. The insulation is designed only to protect the user from the
output of Megger 5 kV and 10 kV insulation resistance testers
set to a maximum output voltage of 1 kV. Do not use this
COMPACT TEST CLIP LEADS leadset at voltages above 1 kV.
These clips are designed for clamping on test pieces
where access is limited. There is no insulation on these
clips. Cable insulation rating:
1 kV dc

 
 

More detailed information can be found on the 5 kV and

10 kV insulation tester lead sets application note. This
Extreme care must be taken to avoid electric shock
document can be downloaded from:
when connecting/disconnecting due to the bare metallic
www.megger.com
clips.
Cable insulation rating: 12 kV dc (marked on cable)
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5 kV and 10 kV Insulation Resistance Testers

ORDERING INFORMATION
Item (Qty) Order Code Item (Qty) Order Code
5 kV insulation resistance tester S1-552/2 Screened HV test leads
10 kV insulation resistance tester S1-1052/2 1 x 3 m, 5 kV screended un-insulated
Included Accessories compact clips 6220-835
3 m lead set medium insulated clips 1002-531 1 x 15 m, 5 kV screened un-insulated
User guide on CD-ROM 2000-213 compact clips 6311-080
RS232 cable 25955-025 1 x 3 m, 10 kV screened un-insulated
compact clip 6220-834
USB cable 25970-041
1 x 10 m , 10 kV screened un-insulated
3 x 3 m lead set large insulated clips
compact clip 6220-861
(S1-1052/2 only) 1002-534
1 x 15 m , 10 kV screened un-insulated
Optional Accessories compact clip 6220-833
HV test lead sets Other
5 m leadset x 3, medium insulated clips* 1002-641 CB101, 5 kV calibration box 6311-077
8 m leadset x 3, medium insulated clips 1002-642 Calibration certificate - CB101 1000-113
10 m leadset x 3, medium insulated clips 1002-643 UKAS calibration certificate CB101 1000-047
15 m leadset x 3, medium insulated clips 1002-644
5 m leadset x 3, large insulated clips* 1002-645
8 m leadset x 3, large insulated clips 1002-646
10 m leadset x 3, large insulated clips 1002-647
15 m leadset x 3, large insulated clips 1002-648
*These test leads may also be supplied in non-stan-
dard lengths to suit a particular application /
requirement. Please contact Megger for a quotation,
minimum order quantities may apply.
3 m leadset x 3, bare compact clips 8101-181
8 m leadset x 3, bare compact clips 8101-182
15 m leadset x 3, compact bare clips 8101-183
1 kV test lead sets
2 x 3 m control circuit, small insulated clips 6220-822

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