MPI-530-IT
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Multi-Function Meter Of Electrical System Parameters
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Professionally and comprehensively
The MPI-530-IT multi-function meter is a response to the needs of specialists in the electrical industry, mainly installers and measuring engineers. This extremely versatile, multifunctional instrument is used to measure parameters of electrical installations and allows for carrying out all measurements related to protection against electric shock that are described in the HD 60364-6 standard, including measurements of residual current protections in networks with isolated neutral point of IT transformer. The meter has been constructed in accordance with the requirements of the EN 61557 standard.
This model of meter boasts extensive earthing measurement functions in the form of additional clamp methods and soil resistivity measurement. When using the optional AutoISO-1000C adapter, it is also possible to carry out automatic insulation resistance measurements in sockets and for 3-, 4- and 5-core cables. An additional external probe also enables illuminance testing. In addition, the meter allows the recording and analysis of network parameters including harmonics up to the 40th.
The Sonel MPI-530-IT incorporates the functions and capabilities of several measuring devices into one advanced instrument. A multitude of practical functions combined with high measurement precision makes the Sonel MPI-530-IT a reliable measuring instrument.
Features
The meter offers a wide range of functionalities. It combines the measuring capabilities of several devices, while ensuring equally good accuracy.
- MPI-530-IT can be used for all measurements for commissioning of electrical installations in accordance with applicable regulations:
- short circuit loop impedance (also in circuits secured with RCDs),
- RCD parameters, » insulation resistance,
- earth resistance (4 measurement methods + soil resistivity measurement),
- continuity of protective and equipotential bondings,
- light intensity measurement,
- phase sequence test, » motor rotation direction test.
- MPI-530-IT can record 50/60 Hz power quality parameters:
- voltage L1 – average values in the range up to 500 V,
- L1 current – average values, current measurement in the range up to 3 kA (depending on the current probes used),
- frequency in the range of 40 Hz – 70 Hz,
- active (P), reactive (Q) and apparent (S) power,
- power factor (PF), cosφ,
- harmonics (up to 40th for voltage and current),
- total harmonic distortion (THD) for current and voltage.
Inspection of electrical safety
This device may be used to inspect safety of electrical systems in households and industrial facilities. Measurements can be easily automated with:
- auto mode of residual current devices (RCD) tests,
- the WS adapter that can be used for testing systems via standard 230 V sockets,
- AutoISO-1000C adapter for automatic insulation resistance test of 3-, 4- and 5-conductor cables, without switching.
Memory structure
The memory structure has a tree form. It has the ability to store tens of thousands of results in the configuration of CLIENT-OBJECT-FACILITY-MEASURING POINT, which helps to create a clear test protocol during later stages. This structure may be prepared in the meter, before starting the work. Entering data into the device is facilitated by QWERTY keyboard with Bluetooth communication module.
Built-in help system
The device has built-in help screens with measurement diagrams. Thanks to this you can easily and quickly check and make sure how to connect to a given system depending on the type of performed measurement.
Increased resistance to environmental conditions
The MPI-530-IT meter will cope well in difficult environmental conditions. Protection against penetration of dust and water is ensured by a unique housing with a level of protection IP54. It is resistant to mechanical damage, and a special design allows you to easily protect the screen by shielding using the cover of the meter. In addition to the fact that it protects against damage, it also allows you to conveniently carry and use the device in different positions.
Communication and software
You can easily transfer measurement data to your computer via USB port or Bluetooth wireless communication. In order to generate a report on measurements for electric shock protection, use Sonel Reports PLUS software. Saving the downloaded data to the simplest formats and printing is provided by free Sonel Reader software
- MPI-530-IT can be used for all measurements for commissioning of electrical installations in accordance with applicable regulations:
Specification
Measurement of short circuit loop impedance ZL-PE, ZL-N, ZL-L
Test current: 23/40 A; measuring range acc. to IEC 61557: 0,13…1999,9 Ω
(for 1.2 m test lead):
| Display range | Resolution | Accuracy |
| 0,000…19,999 Ω | 0,001 Ω | ±(5% m.v. + 0,03 Ω) |
| 20,00…199,99 Ω | 0,01 Ω | ±(5% m.v. +0,3 Ω) |
| 200,0…1999,9 Ω | 0,1 Ω | ±(5% m.v. + 3 Ω) |
- Rated voltage: 95…270 V (for ZL-PE and ZL-N) and 95…440 V (for ZL-L)
- Frequency: 45…65 Hz;
Measurement of short circuit loop impedance ZL-PE in RCD mode
Test current: 15 mA, measuring range acc. to IEC 61557: 0,50…1999 Ω
| Display range | Resolution | Accuracy |
| 0,00…19,99 Ω | 0,01 Ω | ±(6% w.m. + 10 digits) |
| 20,0…199,9 Ω | 0,1 Ω | ±(6% w.m. + 5 digits) |
| 200…1999 Ω | 1 Ω |
- Rated voltage: 95…270 V
- Frequency: 45…65 Hz
Measurement of earth resistance RE with the 3p and 4p method
Measuring range acc. to IEC 61557 – 5:
- 0,50 Ω…1,99 kΩ for test voltage 50 V
- 0,56 Ω…1,99 kΩ for test voltage 25 V
| Display range | Resolution | Accuracy |
| 0,00…9,99 Ω | 0,01 Ω | ±(2% m.v. + 4 digits) |
| 10,0…99,9 Ω | 0,1 Ω | ±(2% m.v.. + 3 digits) |
| 100…999 Ω | 1 Ω | |
| 1,00…1,99 kΩ | 0,01 kΩ |
- test voltage: 25 V or 50 V rms
- test current: 20 mA, sinusoidal rms 125 Hz (for fn=50 Hz) and 150 Hz (for fn=60 Hz)
- measurement blocked at interference voltage UN > 24 V
- maximum measured interference voltage Unmax= 100 V
- maximum resistance of auxiliary earth electrodes 50 kΩ
Selective earth resistance measurement with clamp (3p + clamp)
| Display range | Resolution | Accuracy |
| 0,00…9,99 Ω | 0,01 Ω | ±(8% m.v. + 4 digits) |
| 10,0…99,9 Ω | 0,1 Ω | |
| 100…999 Ω | 1 Ω | |
| 1,00…1,99 kΩ | 0,01 kΩ |
- measurement with additional current clamp
- interference current measuring range: up to 9,99 A
Selective earth measurement with two clamps
| Display range | Resolution | Accuracy |
| 0,00…9,99 Ω | 0,01 Ω | ±(10% m.v. + 4 digits) |
| 10,0…99,9 Ω | 0,1 Ω | |
| 100…999 Ω | ±(20% m.v. + 4 digits) |
- measurement with transmitting and receiving clamps
- interference current measuring range: up to 9,99 A
Soil resistivity mesurement (ρ)
| Display range | Resolution | Accuracy |
| 0,0…99,9 Ωm | 0,1 Ωm | Depending on accuracy of RE measurement |
| 100…999 Ωm | 1 Ωm | |
| 1,00…9,99 Ωm | 0,01 kΩm | |
| 10,0…99,9 kΩm | 0,1 kΩm |
- measurement with Wenner’s method
- distance settable in metres or feet
- distance range: 1…30 m (1…90 feet)
Phase sequence indication
- Phase sequence indication: conforming, non-conforming
- Mains voltage range UL-L: 100…440 V (45…65 Hz)
- Display of phase-to-phase voltage values
Measurements of RCD parameters (voltage range 95…270 V):
RCD tripping test and measurement of tripping time tA (for tA measurement function)
| RCD type | Current | Range | Resolution | Accuracy |
| General and short-time delay |
0,5*IΔn | 0…300 ms | 1 ms | ± (2% m.v. + 2 digits)(for RCD with IΔn=10 mA and 0,5xIΔn uncertainty: ±(2% m.v. + 3 digits) |
| 1*IΔn | ||||
| 2*IΔn | 0…150 ms | |||
| 5*IΔn | 0…40 ms | |||
| Selective | 0,5*IΔn | 0…500 ms | ||
| 1*IΔn | ||||
| 2*IΔn | 0…200 ms | |||
| 5*IΔn | 0…150 ms |
- accuracy of residual current application: for 0,5*IΔn:-8…0% for 1*IΔn, 2*IΔn, 5*IΔn: 0…8%
Measurement of RCD tripping current IA for sinusoidal residual current (AC type)
| Rated current |
Meas. range | Resolution | Test current | Accuracy |
| 10 mA | 3,3…10,0 mA | 0,1 mA | 0,3 x IΔ..1,0 x IΔ | ± 5%IΔn |
| 30 mA | 9,0…30,0 mA | |||
| 100 mA | 33…100 mA | 1 mA | ||
| 300 mA | 90…300 mA | |||
| 500 mA | 150…500 mA | |||
| 1000 mA | 330…1000 mA |
- The measurement can be started from positive or negative half-period of forced leakage current
Measurement of RCD tripping current IA for unidirectional residual current and unidirectional
with the 6 mA DC bias (type A)
| Rated current |
Meas. range | Resolution | Test current | Accuracy |
| 10 mA | 3,5…20,0 mA | 0,1 mA | 0,35 x IΔn..2,0 x IΔn | ±10%IΔn |
| 30 mA | 10,5…42,0 mA | 0,35 x IΔn..1,4 x IΔn | ||
| 100 mA | 35,0…140 mA | 1 mA | ||
| 300 mA | 105…420 mA | |||
| 500 mA | 175…700 mA |
Measurement for positive or negative half-periods of forced leakage current
Measurement of RCD tripping current IA for direct residual current (type B)
| Rated current |
Meas. range | Resolution | Test current | Accuracy |
| 10 mA | 2,0…20,0 mA | 0,1 mA | 0,4 x IΔn..2,0 x IΔn | ±10%IΔn |
| 30 mA | 6…60 mA | 1 mA | ||
| 100 mA | 20…200 mA | |||
| 300 mA | 60…600 mA | |||
| 500 mA | 100…1000 mA |
- Measurement for positive or negative half-periods of forced leakage current
- IΔn – rated residual current
Insulation resistance measurements
Measuring range acc. to IEC 61557 – 2:
- for UN = 50 V: 50 kΩ…250 MΩ
- for UN = 100 V: 100 kΩ…500 MΩ
- for UN = 250 V: 250 kΩ…999 MΩ
- for UN = 500 V: 500 kΩ…2 GΩ
- for UN = 1000 V: 1,000 MΩ…9,99 GΩ
| Display range*) | Resolution | Accuracy |
| 0…1999 kΩ | 1 kΩ | ±(3% m.v. + 8 digits) |
| 2,00…19,99 MΩ | 0,01 MΩ | |
| 20,0…199,9 MΩ | 0,1 MΩ | |
| 200…999 MΩ | 1 MΩ | |
| 1,00…9,99 MΩ | 0,01 GΩ | ±(4% m.v. + 6 digits) |
- *) not greater than measuring range for given voltage
Low-voltage measurement of resistance and circuit continuity
Measurement of protective conductor continuity with the ±200 mA current
| Range | Resolution | Accuracy |
| 0,00…19,99 Ω | 0,01 Ω | ±(2% m.v. + 3 digits) |
| 20,0…199,9 Ω | 0,1 Ω | |
| 200…400 Ω | 1 Ω |
- voltage on open terminals: 4…9 V
- output current at R < 2 Ω: min. 200 mA
- autocalibration of test leads
- measurements for both current polarities
Illuminance measurement
| Range | Resolution | Accuracy |
| 0,1…99,9 lx | 0,1 lx | ±(5% m.v. + 2 digits) |
| 100…999 lx | 1 lx | |
| 1,00…9,99 klx | 0,01 lx | |
| 10,0…19,9 klx | 0,1 lx |
- measurement in luxes (lx) or feet-candles (fc)
ANALYSIS AND RECORDING OF SINGLE-PHASE SYSTEM
- Voltage measurement ULN: 0…500 V
- Frequency range of measured voltages: 45,0…65,0 Hz
- Frequency measurement range for 50…500 V voltages: 45,0…65,0 Hz (basic uncertainty max. ± 0,1% m.v. + 1 digit)
- cosφ measurement: 0,00…1,00 (resolution 0,01)
- Measurement and recording in single-phase system
Current measurement (True RMS)
| Clamps | Range | Resolution | Accuracy* |
| C-3, C-6 | 0,0…99,9 mA | 0,1 mA | ±(5% m.v. + 3 digits) |
| 100…999 mA | 1 mA | ||
| C-3,C-6 F-1, F-2, F-3 |
1,00…9,99 A | 0,01 A | ±(5% m.v. + 5 digits) (C-3, C-6) ±(0,1% In + 2 digits) (F-1, F-2, F-3) |
| 10,0…99,9 A | 0,1 A | ||
| 100…999 A | 1 A | ||
| F-1, F-2, F-3 | 1,00…3,00 kA | 0,01 kA |
- * the accuracy of current clamps must also be taken into account
Measurement of active power P, reactive power Q, apparent power S and cosφ
| Range [W], [VA], [var] |
Resolution [W], [VA], [var] |
Accuracy* |
| 0…999 | 1 | ±(7% m.v. + 3 digits) |
| 1,00…9,99 k | 0,01 k | |
| 10,0…99,9 k | 0,1 k | ±(7% m.v. + 5 digits) |
| 100…999 k | 1 k | |
| 1,00…1,50 M | 0,01 M |
- voltage range: 0…500 V
- current range: 0…1000 A (3000 A)
- mains rated frequency fn: 50 Hz, 60 Hz
Voltage harmonics measurement
| Range | Resolution | Nr harm. | Accuracy |
| 0,0…500 V | 0,1 (1*) V | 1,2,…15 | ±(5% m.v. + 3 digits) |
| 16,…40 | ±(5% m.v. + 10 digits) |
- in addition display of h02…h40 values as percent of h01 (up to 999%)
- *) from 300 V to 500 V
THD (in relation to the 1 st harmonics)
| Resolution | Accuracy | ||
| THD-F voltage (h = 2…40) |
0,0…999,9% for URMS ≥ 1% Unom |
0,1% | ±5% |
| THD-F current (h = 2…40) |
0,0…999,9% for IRMS ≥ 1% Inom |
0,1% | ±5% |
NOTE: “m.v.” means “ measured value”
The instruments conforms to:
- EN 61010 – 1 (general safety requirements)
- EN 61010 – 031 (detailed safety requirements)
- EN 61326 (electromagnetic compatibility)
- EN 61557 – 10 (requirements for combined instruments)
- IEC 60364 – 6-61 / HD 60364 – 6 (measurements – verification)
- IEC 60364 – 4-41 / HD 60364 – 4-41 (measurements – protection against electric shock)
- EN 04700 (measurements – acceptance tests)
- EN 12464 (lighting of work places)
- DIN VDE 0100
- DIN VDE 0413
- BS 7671
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