Fluke 43B Power Supply User Manual
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1. Choose the date format 7 Mar 15 2001 vi DDMMYY 15 Mar 2001 8 ES Accept the new date settings 14 VOLTS 7 AMPS 7 HERTZ POWER HARMONICS SAGS amp SWELLS TRANSIENTS IHRUSH CURRENT OHMS 7 CONTINUITY 7 CAPACITANCE TEMPERATURE VIEW 7 DELETE SCREENS INSTRUMENT SETUP IHSTRUMENT SETUP PROBES FUNCTION PREFERENCES PRINTER CONTRAST DATE LANGUAGE VERSION amp CALIBRATION DELETE ALL SAVED SCREENS START BATTERY REFRESH INSTRUMENT SETUP DATE MMDDYY FORMAT GABE mmopvy o DDMMYY Introducing the Fluke 43B Instrument Setup Setting the Time IHSTRUMENT SETUP 3 aD PROBES FUNCTION PREFERENCES gt CA PRIHTER CONTRAST DATE TIME VERSION amp CALIBRATION DELETE ALL SAVED SCREENS START BATTERY REFRESH IHSTRUMENT SETUP 4 Adjust the hours 5 00 ee Repeat steps 4 and 5 for minutes and seconds 6 4 Accept the new time 15 Fluke 43B Users Manual Adjusting the Contrast Adjust the contrast of the screen for optimal visibility of the screen 1 new 2s o 3 4 Open the main menu amp gt 6 CONTRAST Adjust the contrast until both black and grey squares are clearly visible Accept the new contrast Note INSTRUMENT SETUP PROBES FUNCTION PREFERENCES PRINTER gt CONTRAST DATE LANGUAGE VERSION amp CALIBRATION DELETE ALL SAVED SCREENS START BATTERY REFRESH2. 51 15 K factor in Amp and Walt 0 eesceesesneeeeeeeeeeeenaeeeeeenaeeeeeeeeeesenaeees 10 Sags amp Swells Recording times selectable 4 minutes to 8 days endless 16 days Readings V rms actual A rms actual cycle by cycle calculation 2 10 counts V rms max A FMS MaX 0 cceeccccceeeceeseeceeeeteeeeeceeeeteaaesseeens 2 10 counts Vrms MIN A PMS MIN cece neoa 2 10 counts Cursor Readings V rms max A FMS MaX ccceeccccceseeeesseceeeeceeaneseseeeeaneaeeens 2 12 counts V rms average A rms average 2 10 counts V rms MIN A PMS MIN eee ccccec eee eseeceeeeeeeeeeseeeeteaneeecens 2 12 counts Transients Detection of voltage transients cc eeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeneeeeeenneeeeesneeeeeneneeeees gt 40 ns Useful bandwidth input 1 with test leads TL24 DC to 1 MHz Reference signal s sirena ai ie es Se Ae V rms Hz After START the V rms and frequency of the signal are measured From these data a pure sinewave is calculated Detection when transients exceed specified voltage level selectable Voltage levels n se 20 50 100 200 of reference signal Number of transient Memories temporary ee eeeeeeeseeeeeeeneeeeteeteeeeteneeeeeeees 40 Cursor reading Vpeak min Vpeak max at CUISODM eeeeeeessteeeeenteeeeeeneeeees 5 of full scale Inrush Current Graphic display Current ranges selectable 1A 5A 10 A 50 A 100 A 500
3. While Stored ots five acerca wack tents cece 12 km 40 000 feet Vibration e r stediattigiet a A AA E a EE Ei max 3g Shock 2 5 03 Aa ans ae Re ee aed RA aa max 30g Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC EMmiSSiOntaicvcn dies avis ahah siliintini ane dann EN 50081 1 1992 EN55022 and EN60555 2 IMMUN n ee eect el ie alanis EN 50082 2 1992 IEC1000 4 2 3 4 5 See also Tables 1 to 3 Enclosure Protection cccccccssscccceeeeeceeseeeeceeeaaeesseees IP51 ref IEC529 44 Specifications 3 Electromagnetic Immunity Electromagnetic Immunity The Fluke 43B including standard accessories conforms with the EEC directive 89 336 for EMC immunity as defined by IEC1000 4 3 with the addition of the following tables Disturbance with test leads TL24 or Current Clamp 80i 500s e Volts amps hertz e Resistance Capacitance e Power e Harmonics Table 1 No visible disturbance visible disturbance E 3 E 3vm O E 10Vim O E 10Vim O V m e _ 10 kHz 27 MHz Frequency 27 MHz 1 GHz no visible disturbance Disturbance with test leads TL24 in scope mode e V AC DC True RMS Table 2 Disturbance less than 1 E 3 V m E 10 V m of full scale Frequency 10 kHz 27 MHz 2 V div 500 V div 10 V div 500 V div Frequency 27 MHz 200 MHz 500 mV div 500 V div 2 V div 500 V div Frequency 200 MHz 1 GHz 5 mV div 500 V div no visible disturbance Table 3
4. Disturbance less than 10 of E 3V m E 10V m full scale Frequency 10 kHz 27 MHz 1 Vidiv Frequency 27 MHz 200 MHz 200 mV div Frequency 200 MHz 1 GHz no visible disturbance Ranges not specified in Tables 2 and 3 may have a disturbance of more than 10 of full scale 45 Fluke 43B Users Manual Declaration of Conformity for Fluke 43B Power Quality Analyzer Manufacturer Fluke Industrial B V Lelyweg 1 7602 EA Almelo The Netherlands Statement of Conformity Based on test results using appropriate standards the product is in conformity with Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 89 336 EEC Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC Sample tests Standards used EN 61010 1 1993 Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment for Measurement Control and Laboratory Use EN 50081 1 1992 Electromagnetic Compatibility Generic Emission Standard EN55022 and EN60555 2 EN 50082 2 1992 Electromagnetic Compatibility Generic Immunity Standard IEC1000 4 2 3 4 5 The tests have been performed in a typical configuration This Conformity is indicated by the symbol CE i e Conformit europ enne 46 Specifications LIMITED WARRANTY amp LIMITATION OF LIABILITY LIMITED WARRANTY amp LIMITATION OF LIABILITY Each Fluke product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service The warranty period is three years and begins on the date of sh
5. 4 minutes 1 second 8 hours 2 minutes 8 minutes 2 seconds 16 hours 4 minutes 16 minutes 4 seconds 24 hours 6 minutes 30 minutes 8 seconds 48 hours 12 minutes 1 hour 15 seconds 4 days 24 minutes 2 hours 30 seconds 8 days 48 minutes 4 hours 60 seconds Endless 16 days 1 to 96 minutes Fluke 43B always measures faster than the plot interval it always is looking at multiple measurements for each point that is plotted In fact the analyzer looks at all the measurements it has taken during a plot interval and records a minimum maximum and average reading The difference between Sags amp Swells and Record mode is in the measuring rate Sags amp Swells is optimized for measuring short duration variations of current and voltage The rms current and voltage of every line cycle are measured The Fluke 43B then records the min lowest single cycle max highest single cycle and average measurements at the end of each plot interval The Record mode takes measurements roughly 250 milliseconds apart It also records the min max and average during each plot interval 12 Introducing the Fluke 43B Main Menu In both Sags amp Swells and Record mode the recording time can be set to Endless This refers to the compression method that is used to generate the plot With the recording time set to Endless the plot will start with the 4 minute time scale and compresses each time the plot runs off the screen At the end
6. AMPS HERTZ VOLTS AMPS HERTZ EE 500 r piro 4333 AS CF Gives a fast overview of Volts Amps and Hertz HARMONICS HARMONICS Measures up to 51 harmonics TRANSIENTS TRANSIENTS DOG ku max Mar 16 2001 09 18 46 004 cue min REF 232Urms 4997Hz H TRANSIEHT BH Captures and stores up to 40 voltage transients Introducing the Fluke 43B Main Menu 676u 482 un Shows all power readings in one screen SAGS amp SWELLS SAGS amp SWELLS 2354 max 2341 v 22 Omar 16 2001 15 19 50 Shows dips and surges as short as one cycle With time stamp Fluke 43B Users Manual Volts Amps Hertz This function simultaneously shows the voltage and current signal Also the Crest factor is shown Use this function to get a first impression of the voltage and current signal before examining the signal in more detail with the other functions With the ENTER key you can toggle between Volts Amps Hertz Power and Harmonics functions Power This function measures and displays the following power readings active power W VA apparent power VA reactive power VAR VAR power factor PF displacement power factor DPF or cos and frequency The voltage Ww and current waveforms give a visual representation of the phase shifts Fluke 43B can perform power measurements on balanced 3 phase 3 conductor power systems The load must be well balanced and have
7. eeen 232 x 115 x 50 mm 9 1 x 4 5 x 2 in Weight including battery pack eeeeeseeserisesrreeerrrrerrrrnssren 1 1 kg 2 5 Ibs Wt rtaCe PEEP E PEE T RS232 optically isolated Supported Printers HP Deskjet Laserjet PostScript and Epson FX80 Using HP PCL Protocol Postscript and Epson ESC P Protocol Serial via PM9080 optically isolated RS232 Adapter Cable Parallel via PAC91 optically isolated Print Adapter Cable optional TO PGi eee ee ee Dump and load settings and data Serial via PM9080 optically isolated RS232 adapter cable using SW43W FlukeView Power Quality Analyzer software 42 Specifications Current Probe 80i 500S Current Probe 80i 500S A Safety Characteristics Designed for measurements on 600 V rms Category Ill Pollution degree 2 double or reinforced insulation requirements in accordance with e EN IEC 61010 2 032 e ANSI ISA S82 e CSA C22 2 No 1010 1 92 e UL1244 Electrical Specifications Gurrentitange sitio tele oo in Gaede at el ae 1A to 500 A rms AC Current over range limit eee eececeeeeeeneeeeeeeeeneeeseeeeeseeeseaeereaees 700 Arms Maximum 10 minutes followed by removal from current carrying conductor for 30 minutes Output Signal ss neei aia ta ae area aa a e ele aaae 1mV AC A AC Accuracy 5 to 10 Hz V10 500 N a EEEE E T E esas 3 dB typically 10 to 20 Hz LEERE OOE ET A AAT 5 300 LOE 1010 E E EE AE T E caeae tees 15 COLOM COIE 010 8 E A E AE EAT EE E
8. of 4 minutes the plot will compress to half screen and the time scale changes to 8 minutes Fluke 43B does this by looking at every pair of min max values and keeping only the highest lowest values The average values are recalculated The screen will start with 4 minutes and go to 8 minutes then 16 minutes and so on up to 16 days always keeping the worst case or extreme values of each plot interval If you do not know how long you are going to monitor this will guarantee the best resolution The process stops after 16 days The figures below show this process VOLTS Z AMPS HERTZ VOLTS Z AMPS HERTZ RECORD Feb 14 2001 11 23 23 RECORD Feb 14 2001 11 40 43 Max Feb 14 2001 11 21 02 2595Uz MAX Feb 142001 11 36 01 UG 2483U AUG Feb 14 2001 11 19 51 2431 Ux Feb 14 2001 11 33 11 CURSOR CURSOR Screen with 4 minutes time scale Screen with 8 minutes time scale VOLTS AMPS 7 HERTZ RECORD Feb 14 2001 12 00 23 Feb 142001 11 56 01 Feb 14 2001 11 59 52 CURSOR Screen with 16 minutes time scale 13 Fluke 43B Users Manual Instrument Setup To change the instrument s default settings and prepare the Fluke 43B for use follow the instructions in this section Begin by selecting the INSTRUMENT SETUP screen from the main menu 1 menu Open the main menu 2 Setting the Date 3 O 4 QD GT Adiust the month MM o xy 4d MM Repeat steps 4 and 5 for day DD and year YY 6 96 90
9. red and black AC20 Industrial Alligator Clips for Banana Plugs red and black 80i 500s Clamp on AC Current Probe BB120 Shielded Banana to BNC Adapter Plugs 1x black a Users Manual Applications Guide PM9080 Optically Isolated RS232 Adapter Cable sw43w FlukeView Power Quality Analyzer software c120 Hard Carrying Case Fluke 43B Users Manual Safety Information Read First Read the safety information before using the Fluke 43B Specific warning and caution statements where they apply will be found throughout the manual A Warning identifies conditions and actions that pose hazard s to the user A Caution identifies conditions and actions that may damage the Fluke 43B The following international symbols are used on the Fluke 43B and in this manual A Read the safety information in E Double Insulation the manual Protection Class Earth Y Equipotential inputs connected internally UL UL3111 listed UL UL 1244 listed UL1244 CE Conformit Europ enne wd Recycling information b4 Disposal information A Warning To avoid electrical shock use only a Fluke power supply Model PM8907 Power Adapter Battery Charger Safety Information Read First A Warning O Do the following to avoid electrical shock or fire if a Fluke 43B common input v is connected to more than 42 V peak 30 V rms Use only test leads and test lead adapters supplied with the Fluke 43B or safet
10. 25 20 to 45 Hz Wits SOO R T AA S TT 5 45 to 65 Hz IRORA OE e EEE E S 5 of reading 0 3 A 20 to TOO AT a dh eee levi A ees 5 of reading 3 phase shift 100 10500A airean vaar e R 2 of reading 5 phase shift 65 Hz to 3 kHz TIO SOA a a a E eechassebin es 5 0 4 A 50 10 500 A 2 850 oe Oo atten ein a el delve ates 5 Influence of temperature on accuracy 005 lt 0 15 per 10 C 18 F Altitude During operation irssi ea egiu 2 0 km 6560 feet Whilestored iii Stier a ao Bele cos 12 km 40 000 feet 43 Fluke 43B Users Manual Environmental Conditions Environmental 0 cccceeeeseeeees MIL 28800E Type 3 Class III Style B Temperature During operation ccesecceeessecceeeseeceeeeseeeeeesenseneees 0 to 50 C 32 to 122 F While stored sperii tisanas 20 to 60 C 4 to 140 F Humidity During operation Oito 10 2G 3210 50 9 F non condensing 10t0 30 C 50 to 86 F ce eda adnate 95 5 30 to 40 C 86 to 104 IF animistai ye aneas auia 75 5 40 to 50 C 104 to 122 OF eeeeeeeneeeeeeeeeeaeeeeeeeeeaeeteeeenee 45 5 While stored 20 to 60 C 4 to 140 F eee cece eeeeeeteeeeeeeeteeeeeaees non condensing Altitude During operation eee eeeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeeeeneeeteenneeeeneeeees 4 5 km 15 000 feet The maximum input and floating voltage is 600 V rms up to 2 km Linearly derating from 600 down to 400 V rms between 2 km to 4 5 km
11. A 1000 A Inrush times Selectable ccceeeeeee 1s 5s 10s 50s 100s 5 min Cursor readings A peak max at cursor 1 cc ceeeceeeeeeeeeeneaeeeeeeeteeeesneeeeeeeess 5 of full scale A peak max at CUISOF 2 0 0 eeeceeeeneeeeeeneeeeeeenneeeeeenneeereneeees 5 of full scale Time between CUISOFS 0 0 0 ee eeeeeeeeeneeeeeeseeeeeeesaeeeeeseaeeeenenaes 0 2 2 pixels 38 Specifications 3 Function Specifications Scope Input Impedance Input trna 1 MQ 12 pF 2 pF With BB120 20 pF 3 pF INDUL2 2 Rennan 1 MQ 10 pF 2 pF With BB120 18 pF 3 pF Horizontal Time base modes selectable Normal Single Roll Ranges selectable within modes In Normalis ni ee te Se ts 5 s to 20 ns div ln Single Shot ieira ae a earn ea eect 5 sto 1 us div In Roll mod sn icici tae ee 60 s to 1 s div Time base verrory innne nan eea ee eee deh et lees lt 0 4 1 pixel Maximum sampling rate TOs 10 60 S cckcn i eA len el a Hae egeet 5 MS s 20 NS tO TO MS eae aara aa a a a E aa A a a aa aai 25 MS s Trigger source AUTO 1 2 AUTO MANUAL eerie Input 1 or Input 2 Vertical Voltage ranges e A ET 5 0 mV div to 500 V div Trace accuracy 1 2 pixels Bandwidth input 1 voltage excluding test leads Or probes DC to 20 MHz 3 dB with test leads TL24 o oo ececseeeeseeceeeeseeeeeeneeeeeeseneeeeeses DC to 1 MHz 3 dB with 10 1 probe VPS100 R optional eee DC to 20 MHz 3 dB
12. Do not allow rust or corrosion to form on the magnetic core ends 27 Fluke 43B Users Manual Batteries Charging the Batteries At delivery the Ni Cd batteries must be charged When fully charged the batteries typically provide 4 hours of use When the Fluke 43B is powered by the battery the battery icon at the top of the screen informs you about the condition of the battery The battery symbols are emp mh amp F e h EP The symbol LS appears when there is less than five minutes of operating time left Use the setup as shown in Figure 9 to charge the batteries and power the instrument To charge the batteries more quickly turn off the Fluke 43B Figure 8 Charging the Batteries Note No damage will occur to the instrument if you leave it charging for long periods e g during the weekend 28 Extending Battery Operation Time Maintenance Batteries 2 Charging the batteries when they are not completely empty reduces the battery operating time for the Fluke 43B To keep the batteries in optimal condition observe the following guidelines Operate the Fluke 43B on batteries until the EH symbol appears at the top of the screen This indicates that the batteries are very low and that they need to be recharged To extend battery operation time you can refresh the batteries During a battery refresh the batteries will be discharged and charged completely A complete refresh cycle takes about 12 hours and sh
13. Reports in Chapter 5 of the Applications Guide 22 Introducing the Fluke 43B Using a Printer Using a Printer This section describes how to connect a printer and how to setup the Fluke 43B for the connected printer Connect the Fluke 43B to a parallel printer as shown in Figure 7 e Use the Print Adapter Cable PAC91 optional Figure 7 Connecting a Parallel Printer Note Some printers are designed for use with Windows only These printers are not compatible with the Fluke 43B 23 Fluke 43B Users Manual Selecting a Printer Type Before using a printer configure the instrument for the type of printer you will be using and its speed n Open the main MENU INSTRUMENT SETUP PROBES FUNCTION PREFERENCES 2 INSTRUMENT SETUP CONTRAST gt DATE 3 eS gt PRINTER LANGUAGE SD L VERSION amp CALIBRATION gt EE DELETE ALL SAVED SCREENS START BATTERY REFRESH Select the speed of your printer TUEN ETUE Consult the manual that came with your printer to find the optimal baud rate 4 ONE Required for PAC91 PRINTER SPEED TYPE 5 E Accept the new baud rate 0 1200 Baud m Deskjet The screen closes o 4800 Baud D Epson Fx80 ECEAT o PostScript 6 EE Select PRINTER again Select the type of printer 7 06 Move to the right column with printer types 3 for example 9 EA Accept the new printer settings Now you are ready to print 10 ee Start printing The
14. alter the blade configurations for a specific country Set of two Test Leads Red and Black Uy TL24 Set of two flat blade Test Pins Red and Black M Set of two 4mm Test Pins Red and Black Wy Set of two Large Alligator Clips Red and Black W AC85A Set of two Industrial Alligator Clips Red and Black AC20 Clamp on AC Current Probe 1 80i 500s Shielded Banana to BNC Adapter Plug BB120 32 Maintenance 2 Ordering Codes Item Cont d Ordering Code Optically Isolated RS232 Adapter Cable PM9080 FlukeView Power Quality Analyzer software on SW43W CD ROM Hard Carrying Case C120 Manuals Additional manuals can be ordered via your service center Fluke 43B Ordering Code Fluke 43B Ordering Code Users Manual Users Manual and and Applications Applications Guide Guide English 4822 872 30455 Danish 4822 872 30462 German 4822 872 30456 Norwegian 4822 872 30463 French 4822 872 30457 Swedish 4822 872 30464 Spanish 4822 872 30458 Finnish 4822 872 30465 Italian 4822 872 30459 Korean 4822 872 30466 Dutch 4822 872 30460 Japanese 4822 872 30467 Portuguese 4822 872 30461 Chinese 4822 872 30468 FlukeView User Information Ordering Code English German French FlukeView Power Quality Analyzer software on CD ROM English 4822 872 05377 Supplement for Service Manual 4822 872 08594 33 Fluke 43B Users Manual Troubleshooting The Fluke 43B Does Not Start Up e The batteries may be d
15. or send the product with a description of the difficulty postage and insurance prepaid FOB Destination to the nearest Fluke authorized service center Fluke assumes no risk for damage in transit Following warranty repair the product will be returned to Buyer transportation prepaid FOB Destination If Fluke determines that the failure was caused by misuse alteration accident or abnormal condition of operation or handling Fluke will provide an estimate of repair costs and obtain authorization before commencing the work Following repair the product will be returned to the Buyer transportation prepaid and the Buyer will be billed for the repair and return transportation charges FOB Shipping Point THIS WARRANTY IS BUYER S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY AND IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE FLUKE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL INDIRECT INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LOSSES INCLUDING LOSS OF DATA WHETHER ARISING FROM BREACH OF WARRANTY OR BASED ON CONTRACT TORT RELIANCE OR ANY OTHER THEORY Since some countries or states do not allow limitation of the term of an implied warranty or exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages the limitations and exclusions of this warranty may not apply to every buyer If any provision of this Warranty is held invalid or unenforceable by a court of co
16. pack Note Ensure that the battery pack is placed in the battery compartment as shown in Figure 10 Use only the Fluke BP120 Ni Cd battery pack Reinstall the battery cover and secure the screw DA Note ad 9 d This instrument contains Nickel Cadmium batteries Do not dispose of this battery pack with other solid waste Used batteries should be disposed of by a qualified recycler or hazardous materials handler Contact your authorized FLUKE Service Center for recycling information 2 1p vL en S S amp Figure 9 Replacing the Battery Pack 31 Fluke 43B Users Manual Ordering Codes The following tables list the user replaceable parts for the Fluke 43B For additional optional accessories see the ScopeMeter Accessories booklet To order replacement parts or additional accessories contact your nearest service center Replaceable Parts Ni Cd Battery Pack installed BP120 Power Adapter Battery Charger Universal Europe 230V 50Hz PM8907 801 North America 120V 60Hz PM8907 803 United Kingdom 240V 50Hz PM8907 804 Japan 100V 60Hz PM8907 806 Australia 240V 50Hz PM8907 807 Universal 115V 230V UL PM8907 808 At delivery PM8907 808 is set to 230V Check the local line voltage before connecting the adapter If necessary select the corresponding line voltage with the slide switch on the adapter A line plug adapter complying with the applicable National Requirements may be provided to
17. with shielded test leads STL120 optional DC to 12 5 MHz 3 dB DC to 20 MHz 6 dB Lower transition point AC COUpIING cecceeeeteeeeeeeeteeeeeeeeeaes 10 Hz 3 dB Bandwidth input 2 current with Banana to BNC adapter ccccceceeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeneees DC to 15 kHz Lower transition point AC COUDIING ceeeceeeeeeeeeeeeteeeeeereaes 10 Hz 3 dB 39 Fluke 43B Users Manual Scope readings The accuracy of all scope readings is valid from 18 C to 28 C with relative humidity up to 90 for a period of one year after calibration Add 0 1 x the specified accuracy for each C below 18 C or above 28 C More than one waveform period must be visible on the screen V DG AIDC EEEE Batic leit cee eect 0 5 5 counts V AC and V AC DC True RMS input 1 DO t060 HZ e es a hounds ede Dein eae 1 10 counts 60Hz to 20 KHZ i eaii iaaeao ea a aa 2 5 15 counts 20 kHz tot MAZ cick tagline ae 5 20 counts VMIZ 10 5 MA Zee ccschdssacteccctetsiscadicdasshdeesesadacagiedecveaiisiansd 10 25 counts 5 MHz to 20 MHZ irisan aaar 30 25 counts A AC and A AC DC True RMS input 2 DISHON SOM n PAEA its dein Sechag eB Mattei 1 10 counts 60 HZ 0 15 KAZ is iirde eesesessdtceacdans ra anaa paapa Esinaine 30 25 counts Frequency Hz Pulse width Duty cycle 2 0 to 98 0 TAZ tO MHZ io esha teenie at ai ie Bs 0 5 2 counts 1 MHz t t
18. 4 see Figure 10 0 10 66 KHZ civ ies aie A eee eee A 600 V rms S566 KHZ a a an a a ra a nantes ate derating to 5 V rms With Shielded Banana to BNC Adapter Plug BB120 see Figure 10 OMO A400 KAZ o a a a Pee E 300 V rms s400 KA Zeit eae ee e derating to 5 V rms MAX INPUT VOLTAGE Vrms 1000 500 ITH BB120 1 0 01 0 02 0 05 0 1 02 05 1 2 5 10 20 50 100 FREQUENCY MHz Figure 10 Max Input Voltage v s Frequency A Maximum floating voltage From any terminal to ground Oto AOOKAZ fet ss EEE sete iat ta ba iereee Gi TA 600 V rms 36 Specifications 3 Function Specifications Function Specifications For all specifications probe specifications must be added Electrical functions Specifications are valid for signals with a fundamental between 40 and 70 Hz Minimum input voltage 0 0 ee ee eeeeeeeeeneeeeeseeeeeeeaeeeeseneeeeeteneeeeeee 4 V peak peak Minimum input Current eee eeeeeeeeesneeeeeseeeeeeneeees 10 A peak peak 1 mV A Input bandwidth s e DC to 15 kHz unless specified otherwise Volts Amps Hertz PROGGUINGS ipriit iiaea aaa V rms AC DC A rms AC DC Hz Voltage ranges auto eeeeeeeeeeeeerreerrresereen 5 000 V to 500 0 V 1250 V 1 10 counts Current ranges auto seeeieeeeeeseeeseeeeeeeen 50 00 A to 500 0 kA 1250 kA 1 10 counts Frequency range cecceceseeceeeeeteeeeeseeceeeeteeeesesenceeeesnees 10 0
19. FLUKE Fluke 43B Power Quality Analyzer Users Manual 4822 872 30455 April 2001 2001 Fluke Corporation All rights reserved Printed in The Netherlands All product names are trademarks of their respective companies Fluke 43B Users Manual PLACING ORDERS AND GETTING ASSISTANCE To locate an authorized service center visit us on the World Wide Web http www fluke com or call Fluke using any of the phone numbers listed below 1 888 993 5853 in U S A and Canada 31 402 675 200 in Europe 1 425 446 5500 from other countries Table of Contents Chapter Title Page WRAP ACKIAG EEEE EE A E TTET 1 Safety Information Read First ccccsceeseeseeeeeseeeeeeeeseeeeeeee 2 Current Probe EE TEAT AA AT 4 1 Introducing the Fluke 43B ssssssnsnunsnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnennne 5 Powering the Fluke 43B ooo ee eeesceeeeeneeeeeeneeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeseeeees 5 WA PULS een a a ea a a O adele nasty 7 Main Menu eit co Sed Se Ee SE eee 8 Instrument SCtuP eceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaeeeeaeeteaeeeeaeeteaeeeeseeesaeeeeeeetias 14 Setting the Date ii teisiin iastan as oeta saa aiena 14 Setting the TiMe essene a a 15 Adjusting the Contrast 16 Selecting Probes iiras aaneen e eieiei an 17 Setting up the Harmonic and Power Funcction 008 19 Selecting a Language eeeeeeseceteeeeeeeteeeteaeeeeeeteeeeteaeeteas 21 Using FlukeView Software ccceeeecesseeeeeeeseeeeseeeeeeeeeseeeseeeteas 22 Sin
20. Hz to 15 0 kHz 40 0 t 70 0 H Zinsen a eel 0 5 2 counts CF Crest Factor range cccccesceeesceeeeeeeeseeeeeneeeeaes 1 0 to 10 0 5 1 counts Power 1 and 3 Phase 3 Conductor balanced loads REAINGS e ha piia EE E NR Watt VA VAR PF DPF Hz Watt VA VAR ranges auto 250 W to 250 MW 625 MW 1 56 GW when selected total r 2 6 counts when selected fundamental f 4 4 counts DPR minnena e ed ea ee ee 0 00 to 1 00 O 00 0 0125 E soc bei astag da stidesavseiesandeapatsdsceaastageadesveccebeditess not specified 0 25 10 0 90 h ira aa oaeee eaea rara E A Maa rne aaaea die deena 0 04 0 90 10 1 OOs o nia a aeieea A AT E S EE E ets 0 03 PFa e A a a a a T e 0 00 to 1 00 0 04 Frequency range scissiisrincrseerrerireiieniereinerisneirennennna 10 0 Hz to 15 0 kHz 40 030 70 0 HZ arzini Sri edie esta edit eed 0 5 2 counts Harmonics Number of harmonics ccccccececeesesseceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeenens DC 21 DC 33 DC 51 Readings Cursor readings VIMS AIMS Taa Nigel peed tee ede betel eee fund 3 2 counts 31 5 3 counts 51 15 5 counts Wattics cin ad tata nankis blatant fund 5 10 counts 31 10 10 counts 51 30 5 counts Frequency of fundamental ceesseeeeesneeeeeeseeeeeeeneeeeeseneeeeesneeeens 0 25 Hz 37 Fluke 43B Users Manual Harmonics continued Phasen 22s crash 2 SE Orato tt te han carats Ararat eee fund 3
21. IHSTRUMEHT SETUP CONTRAST You can also adjust the contrast immediately after turning on the Fluke 43B by using the up and down keys 16 Introducing the Fluke 43B Instrument Setup Selecting Probes For standard operation use the red test lead on input L1 the black test lead on COM and the current clamp on input 2 gt C If you are using other test leads or probes you must change the probe settings accordingly 1 menu Open the main MENU INSTRUMENT SETUP 2 sq gt Ea PROBE on T PROBE on eG musa 3 amp PROBES o 10 1 tomu A S L o 100 1 H 100mU 7 A o 20 1 H 1U7A gt 3 o 200 1 IHSTRUMEHT SETUP Select the type of probe you are going to use on input 1 For all applications in the Applications Guide you must use test leads 4 CAS TEST LEADS PROBE on 7 PROBE on El for example PT TEST LEADS o o wA o 10 1 E imufa r 100 1 i 10 musa 5 2 Accept the probe settings for a 20 1 oo ioonura o 200 1 i oiw input 1 The screen closes 6 2 Select proses again Select the sensitivity of the current probe you are going to use on input 2 For all applications in the Applications Guide use the 80i 500s current probe and choose 1 mV A 17 Fluke 43B Users Manual Move to the probe settings for input 2 ba D 8 for the 80i 500s current probe 9 EE Accept the probe settings for input 2 N
22. MHZ ninihi 1 2 counts 1 0 MHZ 10 30 MH Zirri re mapane aa 2 5 2 counts Phase Input 1 to Input 2 VAZ TOGO H Ziene earns hire in ie 2 60 HZ to 400 AZ iiss t ee a es icine ds 5 Peak voltage Peak max Peak Min ccccceseceecesecceteeseeeeeeeeeeeeenseneeeeeseees 5 of full scale Peak peak in ticsnin sth Weed tists Sid i Sealed 10 of full scale Crest Range ieaiaia Bach i eee ee a AE a a a aa 1 0 to 10 0 5 1 counts 40 Specifications 3 Function Specifications Meter Ohm RANGES as aces EA AET 500 02 to 5 000 MQ 30 00 MQ 0 6 5 counts Max Measurement Current ceccceceeeeeeeeeteneeseeeeteeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeneeeeeaes 0 5 mA Measurement Voltage at open CirCUit 0 2 eee eeeeeeeneeeeeeenneeeeeeeneeeeenaeeees lt 4V Diode ACCULAC sedis Aen Shia eee ed 2 5 counts Max Measurement Current ceccceseeceeeceeteneeeeeeseeeseaeeseeeeeeeeneeeeeaes 0 5 mA Measurement Voltage at open CirCUit 0 2 eee eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeeeeeeeereeenees lt 4V Continuity Beepencaiei atin elon Seale e lt 309 5 Q Measurement Current annei eiia paei E ra ia 0 5 mA Detection Of SHOS hasini e n Se eet gt 1ms Capacitance PRANGOS ss T A ETE 50 00 nF to 500 0 uF 2 10 counts Max Measurement Current cceccececceeeceeteeeeeeeeteeeseeeeeeeeeneeeseeeeeaes 0 5 mA Temperature Ranges C or F 100 0 to 400 0 C or 200 0 to 800 0 F 0 5 5 counts Record Record times s
23. actual screen will be printed 24 Resetting the Fluke 43B Resetting the Fluke 43B To restore the Fluke 43B to its factory settings and return to the opening screen reset the Fluke 43B Resetting does not clear screen memories Turn the Fluke 43B off and proceed as follows 1 ES Press and hold 2 Press and release The Fluke 43B turns on and you should hear a double beep indicating that the reset operation was successful Figure 8 Resetting the Fluke 43B 3 ES Release the HOLD key The opening screen with default settings FLUKE 456 POWER QUALITY AHALVCER appears on the display T lt com a gt VOLT AMP TEST LEADS 1 mU A Mar 23 2001 15 24 51 4 Continue 25 Fluke 43B Users Manual 26 Chapter 2 Maintenance Cleaning and Storage Cleaning the Fluke 43B Clean the Fluke 43B with a damp cloth and a mild soap Do not use abrasives solvents or alcohol These may damage the text on the Fluke 43B Storing the Fluke 43B When storing the Fluke 43B even for extended periods of time it is not necessary to remove the battery pack However the batteries will gradually decharge To keep the batteries in optimal condition charge the batteries periodically once per month Cleaning the Current Probe Periodically wipe the case with a damp cloth and detergent Do not use abrasives solvents or alcohol Open the jaws and wipe the magnetic pole pieces with a lightly oiled cloth
24. cy spectrum for power calculations For signals with harmonics power readings with FuLL selected will differ from power readings with FUNDAMENTAL selected Introducing the Fluke 43B Instrument Setup Selecting a Language You can choose between English and other languages To change the language for example into Spanish do the following Note Combinations of languages one or more depend on the version ordered 1 menu Open the main MENU INSTRUMENT SETUP PROBES A FUNCTION PREFERENCES 2 CA lt INSTRUMENT SETUP PRINTER CONTRAST gt ES DATE 3 ray LANGUAGE LANGUAGE VERSION amp CALIBRATION gt DELETE ALL SAVED SCREENS E START BATTERY REFRESH rox INSTRUMENT SETUP 4 zr for example 5 E Accept the new language LANGUAGE i H H ENGLISH All text on the display immediately changes to ia the new language o LTAL AHO o DEUTSCH O FRANCAIS 21 Fluke 43B Users Manual Using FlukeView Software This section explains how to connect the Fluke 43B to a PC for use with the FlukeView Power Quality Analyzer software or to create reports in MS Word Use the Optically Isolated RS232 Cable on the optical port to connect the Fluke 43B to a PC see Figure 5 Figure 5 Connecting a Computer Note For information about how to install and use the Fluke View software please read the FlukeView SW43W Users Manual as supplied on CD ROM To create a report in MS Word see Creating
25. ead Charge the batteries first power the Fluke 43B with the power adapter without turning it on After about 15 minutes try turning on the Fluke 43B again The Screen Remains Black e Make sure that the Fluke 43B is turned on e There might be a problem with the contrast Turn the Fluke 43B off and on again Now use the up and down keys to adjust the contrast The Batteries Operate less than Four Hours e The battery may be in poor condition Try refreshing the battery as described in Chapter 2 Extending Battery Operation Time FlukeView Does Not Recognize the Fluke 43B e Make sure that the Fluke 43B is turned on e Make sure that the interface cable is properly connected between the Fluke 43B and the PC e Make sure that the correct COM port is selected in FlukeView If necessary change the COM port setting or connect the interface cable to another COM port The Printer Does Not Print e Make sure that the interface cable is properly connected between the Fluke 43B and the printer e Make sure that you have selected the correct printer type see Chapter 1 Selecting a Printer Type e Make sure that the baud rate you have selected matches with the baud rate of the printer If not select another baud rate see Chapter 1 Selecting a Printer Type e lf you are using the PAC91 make sure that it is turned on 34 Chapter 3 Specifications Introduction Safety Characteristics The Fluke 43B has been d
26. either a wye or delta configuration This makes it possible to measure 3 phase power using single phase connections The 3 phase power mode measures the fundamental power only With the ENTER key you can toggle between Power Harmonics and Volts Amps Hertz functions Harmonics HARMONICS Harmonics are periodic distortions of the Tiin voltage current or power sine wave 436 a 16365 The signal can be conceived of as a combination of various sine waves with different frequencies The contribution of each of these components to the full signal is shown as a bar The large numbers refer to the full signal the small numbers belong to the selected EEOAE ERE harmonic component With the ENTER key you can toggle between Harmonics Volts Amps Hertz and Power functions 10 Introducing the Fluke 43B Main Menu Sags amp Swells Sags and swells measures fast deviations from one cycle to a few seconds from the normal voltage signal and displays current simultaneously The results are plotted on the screen as a graph The graph shows the minimum and maximum values at each point of the graph The SAGS amp SWELLS function is particularly useful to record flicker Transients Transients are fast spikes on the voltage or current signal Spikes may contain enough energy to damage sensitive electronic equipment This function detects spikes on the voltage signal and stores a picture of the signal i
27. electable 4 min to 8 days endless 16 days Number Of readings cceeeseeeeesneeeeeeseeeeenneeeeeennerereeaaes 1 or 2 simultaneously Cursor Readings Accuracy Reading Accuracy 2 pixels Record is available for the functions e volts amps hertz e power e harmonics e ohms continuity capacitance e temperature e scope 41 Fluke 43B Users Manual Miscellaneous Display Useful screen ara eeeeeeeeeeneeeesenneeeenenneeeeee 72 x 72 mm 2 83 x 2 83 in FRESOIUTION szszccecida EE E E A ETT 240 x 240 pixels Backlights c 3i vseasceeittnivie heen Cold Cathode Fluorescent CCFL A Power External Power Adapte sieis ee vested aimee irai ipten PM8907 Input VOlAGe EEEE TEET 10 to 21V DC POWEP E S EE eh eh edd hd dee eae 5 W typical Internal Rechargeable Ni Cd battery pack cccecceseeeceeeeeeeeeeeneeeeneeeeneeeeneees BP120 NOltAGS TANGO ys e s tesccseesisechbestidacensaee dccidacagaastiedpessartapanseeseaesaqatesede 4to6V DC Operating Times a ar nthe stl retains a Aaa aanas 4 hours Charging Time zried rete aa aona raa aiae 4 hours with Fluke 43B off 12 hours with Fluke 43B on Reres OVO E rar ae aloes ta adssadedaesheessncnceunssceg saaaccesasaastactacs 8 to 14 hours Memory Number of screen MeEMOrieS 2 ccccceseneeesseeceeeesceeeeeseeceneesenseeenseeeeseneeeenenses 20 Number of transient memories temporary essseessesrriserrressrrirerrrrerrrrrserrnneene 40 Mechanical Height x width x depth
28. esigned and tested in accordance with the following standards ANSI ISA S82 01 1994 EN IEC 61010 1 1993 CAN CSA C22 2 No 1010 1 92 including approval UL3111 1 including approval Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment for Measurement Control and Laboratory Use This manual contains information and warnings that must be followed by the user to ensure safe operation and to keep the instrument in a safe condition Use of this equipment in a manner not specified by the manufacturer may impair protection provided by the equipment Performance Characteristics FLUKE guarantees the properties expressed in numerical values with the stated tolerance Specified non tolerance numerical values indicate those that could be nominally expected from the mean of a range of identical ScopeMeter test tools Environmental Data The environmental data mentioned in this manual are based on the results of the manufacturer s verification procedures 35 Fluke 43B Users Manual Safety Specifications Safety Characteristics Designed and tested for measurements on 600 V rms Category III Pollution Degree 2 in accordance with e EN IEC 61010 1 1993 e ANSI ISA S82 01 1994 e CAN CSA C22 2 No 1010 1 92 including approval e UL3111 1 including approval Installation Category III refers to distribution level and fixed installation circuits inside a building A Maximum input voltage Input 1 and 2 Direct on inputs or with test leads TL2
29. g lt a Printers iien ae e aaaea aaa a aan a aaa Eaa aii 23 Connecting to a Printer e eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeesereerreerneernnrenseene 23 Selecting a Printer Type cceescceseeeeneeeeeeeseneeeeeeeeesaeeeeaeeteas 24 Resetting the Fluke 43B ceeecscceseseeseeeeseeeeeeseeseeseseeeeeenseeeees 25 2 MINTEMANCE sieniniai fanne nisnin nnanet anaa aurita ren 27 Cleaning and Storage eccceecceeeseeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeneeeeneeeeneeeeseeeenaeen 27 Cleaning the Fluke 43B 0 0 eceeceeeseeeeeeeeeseeeeneeeeeeeeseeeseaeereas 27 Storing the Fluke 43B ssseseeeeeeeseeesneeesreesereerrerrnnernerensennne 27 Cleaning the Current Probe c ceeceeseceseeeeeneeeeeeeteeeneeeetas 27 Batteriesivinu inne Sabi ee a ae 28 Charging the BatterieS eceeceeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeeeeeeeneeeeeneetaas 28 Extending Battery Operation Time ccceeeceeseeeesteeteteeeeaees 29 Replacing the Ni Cd Battery Pack cceeseseeeeeeeeeteeeeees 30 Ordering CodeS anise ce diets Raster hha etches 32 Replaceable Parts 2 cccseceecesseseeessenceeeeseeeeseseeceeseeneeeseesees 32 Manali scccdcesseecacsisetvaes S03 ch ietensaisipetiasdes etacizeaputeapdede aces ed 33 Fluke 43B Users Manual PrOUDIOSMOOTING PEPER ET des dedaesheasaacaeeevaeeased 34 The Fluke 43B Does Not Start Up eceeeeeeeeeeeseeeteneeeeeees 34 The Screen Remains Black cccccscceeeseseeeeeeeeeeeesenteeeessees 34 The Batteries Operate le
30. hield and black 4 mm banana COM input are connected internally via self recovering fault protection This is denoted by the v symbol The input connectors have no exposed metal and are fully insulated to protect against electrical shock The black 4 mm banana jack COM common can be connected to a voltage above earth ground for isolated electrically floating measurements and is rated up to 600V rms above earth ground If Safety Precautions are Impaired Using the Fluke 43B in a manner not specified may impair the protection provided by the equipment Before using inspect the test leads for mechanical damage and replace damaged test leads If it is likely that safety has been impaired turn the Fluke 43B off and disconnect it from the line power The matter should then be referred to qualified personnel Safety is likely to be impaired if for example the Fluke 43B fails to perform the intended measurements or shows visible damage Current Probe A Warning O e Use extreme caution when clamping the current probe around uninsulated conductors or bus bars e Never use the current probe on circuits rated higher than 600V in overvoltage category Ill CAT Ill of EN IEC61010 1 e Keep your fingers behind the finger guard Do not use a probe that is cracked damaged or has a defective cable Such probes should be made inoperative by taping the clamp shut to prevent operation Chapter 1 Introducing the Fluke 43B Powering the F
31. ipment Parts product repairs and services are warranted for 90 days This warranty extends only to the original buyer or end user customer of a Fluke authorized reseller and does not apply to fuses disposable batteries or to any product which in Fluke s opinion has been misused altered neglected or damaged by accident or abnormal conditions of operation or handling Fluke warrants that software will operate substantially in accordance with its functional specifications for 90 days and that it has been properly recorded on non defective media Fluke does not warrant that software will be error free or operate without interruption Fluke authorized resellers shall extend this warranty on new and unused products to end user customers only but have no authority to extend a greater or different warranty on behalf of Fluke Warranty support is available if product is purchased through a Fluke authorized sales outlet or Buyer has paid the applicable international price Fluke reserves the right to invoice Buyer for importation costs of repair replacement parts when product purchased in one country is submitted for repair in another country Fluke s warranty obligation is limited at Fluke s option to refund of the purchase price free of charge repair or replacement of a defective product which is returned to a Fluke authorized service center within the warranty period To obtain warranty service contact your nearest Fluke authorized service center
32. ld gray INPUT 2 shield and black COM input are connected internally via self recovering fault protection INPUT 2 Use the 80i 500s AC current probe on input 2 2 gt C This input is mainly used for current measurements Use the BB120 banana to BNC adapter to connect the current probe Note If you use other test leads or probes change the probe settings in the instrument setup menu see Selecting Probes Fluke 43B Users Manual Main Menu All functions can be easily selected from the JAGR i main menu Sta HARMONICS H SAGS 2 SWELLS 1 menu Open the main menu Sana a SUEI a THRUSH CURRENT 2 D VOLTS AMPS HERTZ OHMS CONTINUITY 7 CAPACITANCE TEMPERATURE LORCA tite cee a oe i gt ES VIEW DELETE SCREENS INSTRUMENT SETUP INRUSH CURRENT OHMS CONTINUITY CAPACITANCE INRUSH RESISTANCE ABar 2080s 11a Cire oo 100 200 300 400 500m 4 gt Measures inrush current and Measures resistance diodes inrush time motor start ups continuity and capacitance DMM TEMPERATURE SCOPE TEMPERATURE PNET Weve ft pO soo pal 100 200 300 400 C 4 May 60 bi is Veeck aa 2245u c F A SETUP RANGE gt gt MOVE gt TRIGGER Measures temperature with optional Dual channel oscilloscope Volts on temperature probe input 1 and Amps on input 2 VOLTS
33. luke 43B To power the Fluke 43B from a standard AC outlet perform steps 1 3 For battery power see Chapter 2 1 Plug the power adapter into the AC outlet 2 Connect the power adapter cable to the Fluke 43B see Figure 2 Figure 2 Powering the Fluke 43B 3 Turn the Fluke 43B on The opening screen will appear on the display see Figure 3 Note If the Fluke 43B does not turn on the batteries may be dead Leave the Fluke 43B connected to the outlet for 15 minutes and try again Fluke 43B Users Manual FLUKE FLUKE 43B POWER QUALITY ANALYZER 7 lt em gt COM E gt e es Us VOLT AMP TEST LEADS 1 mU A Mar 23 2001 15 24 51 Figure 3 Opening Screen The screen shows which test leads or probes you should use on the inputs Note that in the screen shown in Figure 3 for example you should use TEST LEADS for voltage measurements and a 1 mV A current probe for current measurements 4 Continue Introducing the Fluke 43B Inputs Inputs 0 0 e OQO A A pao ALL INPUTS ee CAT mJ RISK OF SHOCK ont FIRE SEE WARNING ON REAR Figure 4 Measurement Connections INPUT 1 Use the red test lead on input 1 1 COM Use the black test lead on the COM input COM Use these inputs for all voltage measurements and for Ohm continuity diode capacitance and temperature measurements The Fluke 43B common inputs v red INPUT 1 shie
34. mpetent jurisdiction such holding will not affect the validity or enforceability of any other provision Fluke Corporation P O Box 9090 Everett WA 98206 9090 USA or Fluke Industrial B V P O Box 90 7600 AB Almelo The Netherlands 47 f setting 20 r setting 20 A Accessories 1 32 AUTO 1 2 AUTO 39 B Battery Charging 28 Extending Operation Time 29 Operation Time 42 Replacing 30 Battery Refresh 29 42 Baud Rate 24 C Case Contents 1 Category Current Probe 43 Fluke 43B 36 Charging Batteries 28 Charging Time 42 Cleaning 27 Common Inputs 3 7 Connecting Current Probe 7 Printer 23 Test Leads 7 Connecting a Computer 22 Contrast 16 Index D Date Setting 14 Default Settings 25 Diode Function 8 Dips measuring 9 F Flukeview Software 22 Fundamental setting 20 H Harmonics Function 9 Setup 20 Specifications 37 38 Harmonics Function 10 Initial Settings 25 Inrush Current Function 8 11 Interface Cable RS232 22 23 L Language Setting 21 M Main Menu 8 Manuals 33 Manual 39 Maximum Floating Voltage 36 Maximum Input Voltage 36 Measurement Connections 7 Memories 42 48 Menu Key 8 0 Ohm Continuity Capacitance Function 8 Opening Screen 6 Operating Time 42 Optional Accesories 32 Ordering Codes 32 33 P Parallel Printer 23 Powe
35. n memory A transient is detected when it crosses an envelope around the voltage waveform The width of the envelope can be set manually DETECTED NOT DETECTED DETECTED Inrush Current Inrush currents are surge currents which occur for example when a large motor is started This function shows the current signal at the moment of the surge If the current exceeds a specified level the signal appears as a gray band on the display formed by the peak peak values of the waveshape Use INRUSH CURRENT to look for inrush currents or other surge currents Measure the peak current and duration of the surge current 11 Fluke 43B Users Manual Time resolution in Sags amp Swells and Record modes The modes Sags amp Swells and Record basically perform similar functions In both modes Fluke 43B plots a trend of up to two electrical parameters over time In Sags amp Swells mode the instrument plots voltage and current only In Record mode the analyzer plots a wide variety of parameters depending on the function that is active when the Record pushbutton is pressed In both modes the instrument plots the parameters periodically over the so called plot interval Refer to the table below for the relationship between Recording Time and Plot Interval The relationship is based on the fact that there are always 240 plots across the horizontal screen width Recording Time Plot Interval Recording Time Plot Interval
36. ote Select 1V A when using testleads on input 2 in the Scope Mode A reading of 1A then equals 1V 18 Introducing the Fluke 43B Instrument Setup Setting up the Harmonic and Power Function Before using the Harmonic or Power function setup the Fluke 43B as follows E 10 11 90 30 Goc E B 00 Do0 Open the main MENU gt see Table 1 f Accept the new setting The screen closes Select FUNCTION PREFERENCES again see Table 1 DC 33 DC 51 Accept the new setting The screen closes INSTRUMENT SETUP PROBES FUNCTION PREFERENCES PRINTER CONTRAST DATE LANGUAGE VERSION amp CALIBRATION DELETE ALL SAVED SCREENS START BATTERY REFRESH INSTRUMENT SETUP FUHCTIOH PREFEREHCES HARMONICS i POWER EE o FUNDAMENTAL o 4f m FULL oot i o DE EDC Select FUNCTION PREFERENCES again see Table 1 FULL Accept the new settings 19 Fluke 43B Users Manual Table 1 Harmonics and Power Settings HARMONICS settings Ar Displays harmonics as a percentage of the total harmonic voltages total Vrms value Af Displays harmonics as a percentage of the fundamental voltage DC 21 Displays the DC component DC 33 ofthe signal and 21 33 or DC 51 51 harmonics 20 POWER settings FUNDAMENTAL Uses only the fundamental voltage and fundamental current for power calculations FULL Uses the voltage and current of the full frequen
37. ould be done about four times a year 1 menu Open the main menu 2 a gt amp gt 6 Make sure the Fluke 43B is powered with the power adapter 4 D Press YES to continue Do not disconnect the power adapter This will interrupt the refresh cycle Note INSTRUMENT SETUP PROBES FUNCTION PREFERENCES PRINTER CONTRAST DATE LANGUAGE VERSION amp CALIBRATION DELETE ALL SAVED SCREENS START BATTERY REFRESH IHSTRUMEHT SETUP PROBES FUNCTION PREFERENCES Q BATTERY REFRESH The refresh cycle takes 12 hours Keep the power adapter connected After start the screen will be black Start the refresh cycle now YES After start of the battery refresh cycle the screen will be blank The backlight is on during the refresh cycle 29 Fluke 43B Users Manual Replacing the Ni Cd Battery Pack It should not usually be necessary to replace the battery pack If you do want to replace the battery pack follow the instructions below O a A WwW 30 Warning To avoid electrical shock remove test leads and probes before opening the battery access cover Disconnect test leads and probes both at the source and at the Fluke 43B Locate the battery access cover on the bottom rear Loosen the screw with a flat blade screwdriver Remove the battery access cover Take the battery pack out of the compartment Disconnect the battery plug from the connector Install a new battery
38. r Function 9 10 Setup 20 Specifications 37 Power Adapter 5 Powering 5 Preferences 19 Print Key 24 Printer 23 24 Printing 24 Probe Setup 17 Problems 34 R Record 41 Record Key See Applications Manual Replaceable Parts 32 Replacing Battery Pack 30 Resetting 25 Resolution 42 RS232 Communication 22 23 ESPE Safety Characteristics 35 36 Safety Information 2 Index continued Safety Precautions 2 Sags amp Swells Function 9 10 Save Key See Applications Man ual Scope Function 8 Screen Memories 42 Screen Resolution 42 Serial Printer 23 Setting Up Date 14 Harmonics Function 19 Language 21 Power Function 19 Printer 24 Probes 17 Time 15 Spikes Measuring 9 11 Storing 27 Surges measuring 9 T Temperature Function 8 Three Phase 10 37 Time Setting 15 Time Resolution 12 Total setting 20 Transient Detection 38 Transient Memories 38 42 Transients Function 9 11 Troubleshooting 34 U UL Listing 2 35 Unpacking 1 V Volts Amps Hertz Function 9 49
39. ss than Four Hours 0 cceee 34 FlukeView Does Not Recognize the Fluke 43B 0 34 The Printer Does Not Print cccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 34 3 SPOCiiCAtiONS secs tecsceccctegseceesdeegentteducceroctneaneezaccrasagtateedssotageacevsa 35 IMtFOGUICUION EEEE E E ee 35 Safety Specifications sipsien rieni eie ieai e rereana agii 36 Function Specifications eeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeeeeeeeeaeeseeeeeaees 37 Electrical functions ccceeeeeceeeeesneeeeeeneeeeeeeeeeteseeeeeessaseeeess 37 SCOPC iin e re E a E aa elie teeters 39 Metenin arenes ei a lala aii eed 41 RECOTA at 2 ccclnscecelen arana e e a shad aea r aare neta 41 MiscellaigoUS ii ernea earan de Eare a r eaa aA 42 Current AAS ele EEEE TEE EEA A A ETT 43 Environmental Conditions ccceccceeeeseeeeeeeneeeeeeeeeeesseneeesseees 44 Electromagnetic IMMUNIty eee eeeeeeeeeeneeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeteaes 45 Declaration of Conformity ccceecceeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeaees 46 Index il Unpacking Unpacking The following items are included in your Fluke 43B kit Figure 1 Carrying Case Contents Fluke 43B Power Quality Analyzer BP120 Ni Cd Battery Pack installed Power Adapter Battery Charger TL24 Test Leads red and black TP1 Flat blade Test Pins red and black TP4 4mm Test Pins red and black AC85A Large Jaw Alligator Clips for Banana Plugs
40. y designed equivalents as specified in the accessory list see Chapter 2 Do not use conventional exposed metal banana plug connectors Use only one common connection Ke to the Fluke 43B Remove all test leads that are not in use The maximum allowable input voltage is 600V Use test lead adapters that have a rating of 600V or more When powering the Fluke 43B first connect the power adapter to the outlet before connecting it to the Fluke 43B Do not insert metal objects into the power adapter connector of the Fluke 43B Warning In the scope function it is possible to select AC coupling and to operate time base ranges and amplitude manually In this case the measuring results displayed on the screen may not be representative of the total signal This can result in the presence of dangerous voltages of more than 42 V peak 30 V rms not being detected To guarantee user safety all signals should first be measured with DC coupling This ensures that the full signal is measured Fluke 43B Users Manual The terms Isolated or Electrically floating are used in this manual to indicate a measurement in which the Fluke 43B COM common also called ground is connected to a voltage different from earth ground The term Grounded is used in this manual to indicate a measurement in which the Fluke 43B COM common is connected to an earth ground potential The Fluke 43B common inputs red INPUT 1 shield gray INPUT 2 s
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