AEMC Model 6470-B Ground Resistance Tester
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1. MULTI FUNCTION GROUND RESISTANCE SOIL Freer RESISTIVITY TESTER im Model 6470 B ce Ol gt 2 and 4 Wire Bond Resistance Continuity Measurement DC Resistance with automatic polarity reversal gt 3 Pole 3 Point Fall of Potential measurement with manual or automatic frequency selection gt 4 Pole 4 Point Fall of Potential measurement for very low resistance measurements with manual or automatic frequency selection and automatic lead compensation gt 4 Pole 4 Point Soil Resistivity measurement with automatic calculation of Rho p and user selection of the Wenner or Schlumberger test method v 3 Pole 3 Point Earth Coupling measurement v Manual and automatic frequency scan from 40 to 513Hz for optimum test accuracy in electrically noisy environments Selectable test voltage of 16 or 32V up to 250mA of test current Auto off power management Automatic recognition of all electrode connections and their resistance value Stores up to 512 complete test results in internal memory Optically isolated USB communication Remote set up and operation of all measurements using DataView software supplied Automatic report generation Rechargeable NiMH batteries from wall charger or vehicle power Rugged dustproof and rainproof field case IP54 rated in closed positione Grounding standards IEC 61557 parts 4 and 5 compliant YY YYYY YYY YV Y Includes DataView software for data storage real time display an2. Accessories Optional 25Q Calibration Checker 2130 59 Tape Measure 100 ft 2130 60 Test Kit for 3 Point testing includes two 150 ft color coded leads on spools red blue one 30 ft lead green two 14 5 T shaped auxiliary ground electrodes set of five spade lugs 100 ft tape measure and soft carrying bag 2135 35 Test Kit for 4 Point testing includes two 300 ft color coded leads on spools red blue two 100 ft color coded leads hand tied green black four 14 5 T shaped auxiliary ground electrodes set of five spade lugs 100 ft tape measure and soft carrying bag 2135 36 Test Kit for 4 Point testing includes two 500 ft color coded leads on spools red blue two 100 ft color coded leads hand tied green black one 30 ft lead green four 14 5 T shaped auxiliary ground electrodes set of five spade lugs 100 ft tape measure and soft carrying bag 2135 37 Ground Test Kit for 3 Point testing Supplemental for 4 Point testing includes two 100 ft color coded leads one 30 ft lead green two 14 5 T shaped auxiliary ground electrodes and soft carrying bag 2135 38 AEMC Giisource G AEMC For All Your Electrical Test amp Measurement Instruments INSTRUMENTS Call the AEMC Instruments Technical Assistance Hotline for immediate consultation with an applications engineer 800 343 1391 Export Department 978 526 7667 Fax 978 526 7605 E mail export aemc com Chauvin Arnoux Inc d b a AEMC
3. Instruments 200 Foxborough Blvd e Foxborough MA 02035 USA e 800 343 1391 508 698 2115 Fax 508 698 2118 Visit our website at www aemc com 950 BR 6470 B_1108Rev01 Printed in the USA Chauvin Arnoux One Source
4. 800 343 1391 www aemc com 7 lt ALF l Test Kit for 3 Point testing includes two 150 ft color coded leads on Test Kit for 4 Point testing includes two 300 ft color coded spools red and blue one 30 ft lead green two 14 5 T shaped leads on spools red and blue two 100 ft color coded leads green auxiliary ground electrodes one set of five spade lugs 100 ft tape and black four 14 5 T shaped auxiliary ground electrodes one set measurer and carrying bag of five spade lugs 100 ft tape measurer and carrying bag Catalog 2135 35 Catalog 2135 36 Test Kit for 4 Point testing includes two 500 ft color coded leads on Test Kit for 3 Point testing supplemental for 4 Point testing includes spools red and blue two 100 ft color coded leads green and black two 100 ft color coded leads one 30 ft lead green two 14 5 one 30 ft lead green four 14 5 T shaped auxiliary ground electrodes auxiliary electrodes and soft carrying bag for use with kit number one set of five spade lugs 100 ft tape measurer and carrying bag 2135 35 when 4 Point soil resistance testing is necessary Catalog 2135 37 Catalog 2135 38 ORDERING INFORMATION CATALOG NO Ground Resistance Tester Model 6470 B 3 Point 4 Point Bond Test Digital DataView software Includes meter rechargeable NiMH batteries optical USB cable power adapter 110 240V with power cord 115V US DataView software ground tester workbook CD carrying bag for meter and us
5. alysis report generation and system configuration AE M c INSTRUMENTS CHAUVIN ARNOUX GROUP Model 6470 B quickly checks ground rod resistance with its Connect Press Read approach The Digital Ground Resistance Tester Model 6470 B is a portable measurement instrument designed to measure Ground Resistance Soil Resistivity two methods Wenner and Schlumberger Bonding Resistance DC Resistance 2 Wire and 4 Wire Kelvin sensing and Earth Coupling resistance This direct reading tester measures from 0 01 to 99 99kQ and is auto ranging automatically seeking out the optimum measurement range and test current Easy to use simply connect the leads select the test mode press Start and read the results Up to 512 test results can be stored in internal memory for later recall to the display or downloaded to a PC via DataView software The large LCD is easy to read and indicates ground electrode resistance test voltage current and frequency as well as individual electrode resistance battery status and more The Model 6470 B is Cat IV rated to 50V and is over voltage protected to more than 250VAC against accidental connection to live circuits The voltage is also displayed on screen In the event of a system fault the Model 6470 B can withstand 250VAC Additional features of the Model 6470 B include a heavy duty field case sealed against dust and water when closed the test button is also sealed against the elements manual
6. and automatic test frequency selection from 40 to 513Hz user selectable 3 Pole 3 Point Fall of Potential or 4 Pole 4 Point Soil Resistivity test methods and user selectable 2 Wire or 4 Wire Bond Resistance test method The Model 6470 B is powered by 9 6V 3 5 Ah NiMH rechargeable batteries An external recharger powered from 120 230V 50 60Hz is included and provides for testing while recharging The Model 6470 B can also be vehicle powered from an optional 12V battery adapter The Ground Resistance Tester Model 6470 B is rugged easy to use and ideal for maintenance crews performing numerous tests It exceeds mechanical and safety specifications for shock vibration and drop tests per IEC standards The adjustable test frequency provides for rejection of high levels of interference allowing it to be used under difficult conditions such as high stray currents that normally affect accuracy 2 and 4 Wire Bond Resistance Continuity Measurement DC Resistance with automatic polarity reversal 3 Pole 3 Point Fall of Potential measurement with manual or automatic frequency selection 4 Pole 4 Point Fall of Potential measurement for very low resistance measurements with manual and automatic frequency selection and automatic lead compensation 4 Pole 4 Point Soil Resistivity measurement with automatic calculation of Rho p and user selection of the Wenner or Schlumberger test method 3 Pole 3 Point Earth Coupling measurement Ma
7. ended gt CD ROM drive Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries 90 60 50 Resistance Q 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 Y Electrode Distance in from the Grounding Electrode to the Z Electrode Typical report showing Fall of Potential plot using DataView software AE AEMC Technical Assistance 800 343 1391 www aemc com 5 atthe Nae Fin Shematirn a liai Freerey liy Imi Le 4 Point Fall of Potential test setup screen operator can select test voltage manually select the test frequency or have the instrument automatically select the best test frequency Distance for Y electrode can also be entered manually and a Fall of Potential plot generated Lead Compensation is automatically provided in this test mode a Configuratian E ja pa Bond test setup screen operator can choose two or four wire test method Cerda fa he E ie free Ta File ev Fie Wais Li pmm Sel anman Cine xen ka AD ip aea H bapl Dinis Enaid Hegere Unt Bipi Fesi 3 Point Fall of Potential test setup screen operator can select test voltage manually select the test frequency
8. er manual Ground Resistance Tester Model 6470 B Kit 150 ft 2135 02 Includes meter rechargeable NiMH batteries optical USB cable power adapter 110 240V with power cord 115V US two 150 ft color coded leads on spools red blue one 30 ft lead green two T shaped auxiliary ground electrodes set of five spaded lugs one 100 ft AEMC tape measure DataView software ground tester workbook CD carrying bag for meter carrying bag for kit and user manual Ground Resistance Tester Model 6470 B Kit 300 ft 2135 03 Includes meter rechargeable NiMH batteries optical USB cable power adapter 110 240V with power cord 115V US two 300 ft color coded leads on spools red blue two 100 ft color coded leads hand tied green black four T shaped auxiliary ground electrodes set of five spaded lugs one 100 ft AEMC tape measure DataView software ground tester workbook CD carrying bag for meter carrying bag for kit and user manual Ground Resistance Tester Model 6470 B Kit 500 ft 2135 04 Includes meter rechargeable NiMH batteries optical USB cable power adapter 110 240V with power cord 115V US two 500 ft color coded leads on spools red blue two 100 ft color coded leads hand tied green black one 30 ft lead green four T shaped auxiliary ground electrodes set of five spaded lugs one 100 ft AEMC tape measure DataView software ground tester workbook CD carrying bag for meter carrying bag for kit and user manual
9. nd stored in your PC Reports may be printed along with the operators comments and analysis gt Configure all test functions and parameters from your PC gt Customize views templates and reports to your exact needs gt Create and store a complete library of configurations that can be used with the Model 6470 B as needed gt Display Fall of Potential plots DataView is included with tabular listings of test results the Model 6470 B resistance vs frequency plots soil resistivity and bonding tests gt Print reports using standard or custom templates you design gt Free updates are available through our website www aemc com ot Rep Fall of Potential Plot O N 9 Name of Operator 5 Model Location Date Ground System Type Single Rod Rod Depth 2 S P Multiple Rods Grid Longest Diagonal Dimension CENE TS ETA Z Electrode Distance detent Measured Test Conditions pola Temei yO Mist Dy DataView A Loam Sand amp Gravel Shale Clay Limestone M i n i m u m System Req u i rements z J Sandstone O Granite 0 Slate O Other 100 gt Windows 2000 XP Vista operating system gt 128MB of RAM for Windows 2000 256MB recommended j 256MB of RAM for Windows XP 70 512MB of RAM for Windows Vista gt 80MB of hard disk space 200MB recomm
10. nual and automatic frequency scan from 40 to 513Hz for optimum test accuracy in electrically noisy environments Selectable test voltage of 16 or 32V up to 250mA of test current Auto off power management Automatic recognition of all electrode connections and their resistance value Stores up to 512 complete test results in internal memory Optically isolated USB communication Remote set up and operation of all measurements using DataView software supplied Automatic report generation Rechargeable NiMH batteries from wall charger or vehicle power Rugged dusiproof and rainproof field case IP54 rated in closed position Grounding standards IEC 61557 parts 4 and 5 compliant Includes DataView software for data storage real time display analysis report generation and system configuration 3 Point measurements of resistance to ground of ground rods and grids 3 Point measurements are generally used when the electrode or grid can be easily disconnected 4 Point tests or soil resistivity measurements Locating areas of lowest soil resistivity is essential for achieving an economical grounding installation Touch and step potential testing measurements These tests are recommended when the ground cannot be disconnected where ground faults are highly likely to occur or when the footprint of grounded equipment the outline of the part of equipment in contact with the earth is comparable to the size of the g
11. or have the instrument automatically select the best test frequency Distance for Y electrode can also be entered manually and a Fall of Potential plot generated Soil resistivity test setup screen operator can select either the Wenner or Schlumberger test method select test voltage and frequency and program the spacing between electrodes in either feet or meters MC 6 www aemc com Technical Assistance 800 343 1391 INSTRUMENTS DC power input Z Electrode terminal Y Electrode terminal Xv Electrode terminal X Electrode terminal Model 6470 B includes meter NiMH battery pack optically isolated USB cable DataView software external battery charger AC power cord and user manual Catalog 2135 01 EJ AEMC INSTRUMENTS Large electroluminescent backlit USB liquid crystal display communications port Ak START STOP GROUND TESTER MODEL 6470 B Six program function buttons Rotary function selection switch Start Stop test button Multi Function Ground Resistance Tester Model 6470 B kit 500 ft kit shown includes meter NiMH batteries optically isolated USB cable DataView software external battery charger AC power cord one 30 ft green wire one each 500 ft red and blue wire one each 100 ft black and green wire set of five spade lugs four 14 5 auxiliary electrodes tape measure 100 ft carrying case and user manual Catalog 2135 04 Technical Assistance
12. round to be tested 2 or 4 Wire tests for continuity tests on bonding or on grounding systems This test is a DC resistive test using 250mA or more and is used to check bonding of all connection points on the ground system Earth coupling measurement and display Used to estimate the influence of two earth resistance systems that are not connected to each other c 2 www aemc com Technical Assistance 800 343 1391 INSTRUMENTS 6470 B ELECTRICAL Soil Resistivity 4 Point Measurement Soil Resistivity 4 Point Measurement o Range Auto Ranging 0 01 to 99 99kQ Resistance Measurement Bond Testing Measurement Type 2 Point with lead resistance compensation or 4 Point Kelvin sensing user selectable Range Auto Ranging 2 Point 0 010 to 99 9kQ 4 Point 0 0019 to 99 99KQ Accuracy 2 of Reading 2cts 16Voc or auto polarity Up to 250mA max Data Storage Data Storage o O MECHANICAL Dimensions 10 7 x 9 76 x 5 12 272 x 248 x 130mm Weigh O o 7 5 Ibs 3 5kg Gase ooo o Poe O DISPLAY Display Type Custom 256 segment multi line LCD Backlight Blue electroluminescent COMMUNICATION ENVIRONMENTAL 14 to 122 F 10 to 55 C 40 to 158 F 40 to 70 C SAFETY CEMark S Yes KJ AEMC Technical Assistance 800 343 1391 www aemc com 3 4 Point Bond Test 3 Point Fall of Potential Test The 4 Point Kelvin sensing Bond test The 3 Point Fall of Potential test displa
13. ys shows lead connections bond resistance test lead connection grounding rod resistance test results test voltage and current and test electrode resistances Test voltage current or frequency can also be displayed with a button press Frequency Selection Data Storage The Frequency selection screen displays Displays test results stored at a specific selected frequency and voltage for the test memory location as well as the test function as well as lead connection Schlumberger Test Wenner Test m die od The Schlumberger test displays test lead The Wenner test displays test lead connection soil resistivity test results D connection soil resistivity test results D and electrode spacing electrode spacing and resistance 4 Point Fall of Potential Test The 4 Point Fall of Potential test provides a 10 times more accurate test result for very low resistance measurements AEMC 4 www aemc com Technical Assistance 800 343 1391 INSTRUMENTS DataView Data Analysis and Reporting Software Configure all functions of the Model 6470 B gt Run tests and analyze real time data from your PC DataView software provides a convenient way to configure and control ground resistance tests from your computer Through the use of clear and easy to use tabbed dialog boxes all of Model 6470 B functions can be configured and tests can be initiated Results can be Spayn in real time a
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