Fluke 1550C Insulation Resistance Tester, 5 kV, 1 TΩ

Fluke 1550C OffersConduct the entire range of test voltages specified in IEEE 43-2000 with a best-in-class CAT IV 600 V safety rating with this insulation resistance tester. With measurement storage, a PC interface, and the ability to store, share and analyze measurements through Fluke Connect (with the optional wireless connector), it is the perfect tool for preventative or predictive maintenance programs designed to identify potential equipment failures before they occur.FeaturesKnow if a line voltage is present before starting a test – A warning function alerts the user that the line voltage is present and gives the voltage reading up to 600 V AC or DC for increased user safetySelect test voltages up to 5 kVCAT III 1000 V, CAT IV 600 V safety ratingSelectable test voltages in 50 V steps from 250 to 1000 VLong battery life gives the user over 750 tests between chargesGuard system eliminates the effect of surface leakage current on high-resistance measurementsHistorical tracking and trending of assets identify degradation over time, allows real-time decisions to be made in the field with Fluke Connect Assets (sold separately)Large digital/analog LCD for easy viewingCapacitance and leakage current measurementRamp function for breakdown testingResistance measurements up to 1 TΩTimer settings up to 99 minutes for timed testsApplicationsPreventative maintenancePredictive maintenanceCommissioningTroubleshootingFluke 1550C OffersConduct the entire range of test voltages specified in IEEE 43-2000 with a best-in-class CAT IV 600 V safety rating with this insulation resistance tester. With measurement storage, a PC interface, and the ability to store, share and analyze measurements through Fluke Connect (with the optional wireless connector), it is the perfect tool for preventative or predictive maintenance programs designed to identify potential equipment failures before they occur.FeaturesKnow if a line voltage is present before starting a test – A warning function alerts the user that the line voltage is present and gives the voltage reading up to 600 V AC or DC for increased user safetySelect test voltages up to 5 kVCAT III 1000 V, CAT IV 600 V safety ratingSelectable test voltages in 50 V steps from 250 to 1000 VLong battery life gives the user over 750 tests between chargesGuard system eliminates the effect of surface leakage current on high-resistance measurementsHistorical tracking and trending of assets identify degradation over time, allows real-time decisions to be made in the field with Fluke Connect Assets (sold separately)Large digital/analog LCD for easy viewingCapacitance and leakage current measurementRamp function for breakdown testingResistance measurements up to 1 TΩTimer settings up to 99 minutes for timed testsApplicationsPreventative maintenancePredictive maintenanceCommissioningTroubleshooting

Fluke 1550C Specifications

Electrical Specifications
The tester’s accuracy is specified for one year after calibration at operating temperatures of 0 to 35°C
For operating temperatures outside the range (-20 to 0°C and 35 to 50°C), add ±0.25% per °C, except on the 20% bands add ±1% per °C

Insulation Resistance Measurement

250 V
Range:
<250 kΩ 250 kΩ to 5 GΩ 5 to 50 GΩ >50 GΩ

Accuracy (± reading):
Unspecified
5%
20%
Unspecified

500 V
Range:
<500 kΩ 500 kΩ to 10 GΩ 10 to 100 GΩ >100 GΩ

Accuracy (± reading):
Unspecified
5%
20%
Unspecified

1000 V
Range:
<1 MΩ 1 MΩ to 20 GΩ 20 to 200 GΩ >200 GΩ

Accuracy (± reading):
Unspecified
5%
20%
Unspecified

2500 V
Range:
<2.5 MΩ 2.5 MΩ to 50 GΩ 50 to 500 GΩ >500 GΩ

Accuracy (± reading):
Unspecified
5%
20%
Unspecified

5000 V
Range:
<5 MΩ 5 MΩ to 100 GΩ 100 GΩ to 1 TΩ >1 TΩ

Accuracy (± reading):
Unspecified
5%
20%
Unspecified

Bar Graph Range
0 to 1 TΩ

Insulation Test Voltage Accuracy
-0%, +10% at 1 mA load current

Induced AC Mains Current Rejection
2 mA maximum

Capacitive Load
Charging rate: 5 seconds per µF
Discharge rate: 1.5 seconds per µF

Leakage Current Measurement
Range: 1 nA to 2 mA
Accuracy: ±(5% + 2 nA)

Capacitance Measurement
Range: 0.01 to 15 µF
Accuracy: ±(15% rdg + 0.03 µF)

Timer
Range: 0 to 99 minutes
Resolution setting: 1 minute
Resolution indication: 1 second

Live Circuit Warning
Warning range: 30 to 660 V AC/DC, 50/60 Hz
Voltage accuracy: ±(15% + 2 V)

General Specifications

Software
FlukeView Forms™ basic software requires a PC running Windows XP, Vista, 7, or 8

Display
2.9 x 4″ (75 x 105 mm)

Power
12 V lead-acid rechargeable battery, Yuasa NP2.8-12
Charger input (AC): 85 to 250 V AC 50/60 Hz 20 VA

Environmental
Operating temperature: -4 to 122°F (-20 to 50°C)
Storage temperature: -4 to 149°F (-20 to 65°C)
Humidity: 80% to 31°C decreasing linearly to 50% at 50°C
Altitude: 6561.68′ (2000 m)
Enclosure sealing: IP40

Input Overload Protection
1000 V AC

EMC
EN 61326

Safety Compliance
IEC 61010-1: Overvoltage category II, Pollution Degree 2
IEC 61010-2-030: Measurement 600 V CAT IV/1000 V CAT III
IEC 61557-1, IEC 61557-2

Dimensions
10.6 x 10.9 x 6.3″ (269 x 277 x 160 mm)

Weight
8.2 lbs (3.7 kg)

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What’s included with the Fluke 1550CInsulation Resistance TesterTest Cables with Alligator Clips (Red, Black, Green)Infrared Adapter with Interface CableSoft Carrying CaseAC Power CordQuick Reference CardUSB-IR Cable Installation GuideThree-Year Warranty

Two in one tools
Stand-alone tools

Insulation test features

1587 FC
1577
1503
1507
1550C
1555

Test voltages

50 V, 100 V, 250 V, 500 V, 1000 V
500 V, 1000 V
500 V, 1000 V
50 V, 100 V, 250 V, 500 V, 1000 V
250 V to 5000 V
250 V to 10,000 V

Insulation resistance range
0.01 MΩ to 2 GΩ
0.01 MΩ to 600 GΩ
0.01 MΩ to 2000 GΩ
0.01 MΩ to 10 GΩ
250 kΩ to 1 TΩ
250 kΩ to 2 TΩ

PI/DAR

Auto discharge

Timed ramp test (Breakdown)

Pass/fail comparison

Est. # of IRT tests

1000
1000
2000
2000
Various
Various

Voltage > 30 V warning

Memory

With Fluke Connect App

Remote test probe

Lo ohms/earth-bond continuity

200 mA source (10 mΩ resolution)
200 mA source (10 mΩ resolution)

Display

Digital LCD
Digital LCD
Digital LCD
Digital LCD
Digital LCD/ analog display
Digital LCD/ analog display

Hold/lock

Multimeter features

AC/DC volts

Note: Not all product features and specifications are listed in this table. For more complete information, see individual product data sheets.
Footnotes:

1. Function useful for checking connections and motor windings. Also useful for users who are required to perform earth-bond continuity measurements during installation testing.
2. Filter for variable-speed motor drive measurements.

Current

Resistance

Continuity beeper

Temperature (contact)

Lo-pass filter2

Capacitance

Diode test

Frequency

MIN/MAX

Other features

Backlight

Software

Fluke Connect compatible

FlukeView® Forms Basic
Fluke View® Forms Basic

Battery

4 AA (NEDA 15A or IEC LR6)
4 AA (NEDA 15A or IEC LR6)
4 AA (NEDA 15A or IEC LR6)
4 AA (NEDA 15A or IEC LR6)
Rechargeable
Rechargeable

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