Fluke 1503 Insulation Resistance Tester
- Brand
- Fluke
- Model number
- 1503
- Category
- Insulation Resistance Testers
Compact insulation tester, 500 V and 1000 V test voltages, 0.01 MΩ to 2000 MΩ, with live circuit detection.
Price and availability on request
Key features
- A rugged, compact insulation resistance tester for residential and commercial electricians
- Performs insulation tests from 0.01 MΩ to 2000 MΩ
- Offers two insulation test voltages: 500 V and 1000 V
- Includes live circuit detection to prevent insulation test if voltage >30 V is detected
- Measures resistance from 0.01 Ω to 20.00 kΩ
Specifications
| Accuracy, Range | 600.0 V |
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| Accuracy, Resolution | 0.1 V |
| Accuracy | 50 Hz to 400 Hz ±(% of Rdg + Digits); ±(2% + 3) |
| Input impedance | 3 MΩ (nominal), < 100 pF |
| Common mode rejection ratio (1 kΩ unbalanced) | > 60 dB at DC, 50 or 60 Hz |
| Overload protection | 600 V rms or DC |
| Range/Resolution | 20.00 Ω; 0.01 Ω; 200.0 Ω; 0.1 Ω; 2000 Ω; 1.0 Ω; 20.00 kΩ; 0.01 kΩ |
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| Accuracy | ±(1.5% + 3) |
| Overload protection | 2 V rms or DC |
| Open circuit test voltage | > 4.0 V, < 8 V |
| Short circuit current | > 200.0 mA |
| Measurement range | 0.01 MΩ to 2000 MΩ |
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| Test voltage | 500 V, 1000 V |
| Test voltage accuracy | + 20%, - 0% |
| Short circuit current | 1 mA nominal |
| Auto discharge | Discharge time < 0.5 second for C = 1 µF or less |
| Live circuit indicator | Inhibit test if terminal voltage > 30 V prior to initialization of test |
| Maximum capacitive load | Operable with up to 1 µF load |
| Measure accuracy | 500 V; ±(1.5% + 5); 1000 V; ±(1.5% + 5) to 2000 MΩ, ±(10% + 3) above 2000 MΩ |
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| Maximum voltage applied to any terminal | 600 V AC rms or DC |
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| Storage temperature | -40°C to 60°C (-40°F to 140°F) |
| Operating temperature | -20°C to 55°C (-4°F to 131°F) |
| Temperature coefficient | 0.05 x (specified accuracy) per °C for temperatures < 18°C or > 28°C (< 64°F or > 82°F) |
| Relative humidity | 0% to 95% @ 10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F); 0% to 75% @ 30°C to 40°C (86°F to 104°F); 0% to 40% @ 40°C to 55°C (104°F to 131°F) |
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| Vibration | Random, 2 g, 5-500 Hz per MIL-PRF-28800F, Class 2 instrument |
| Shock | 1 meter drop per IEC 61010-1 2nd Edition (1 meter drop test, six sides, oak floor) |
| Safety | Complies with ANSI/ISA 82.02.01 (61010-1) 2004, CAN/CSA-C22.2 NO. 61010-1-04, and IEC/EN 61010-1 2nd Edition for measurement category IV 600 V (CAT IV) |
| Certifications | CSA per standard CSA/CAN C22.2 No. 61010.1-04; TUV per standard IEC/EN 61010-1 2nd Edition |
| Batteries | Four AA batteries (NEDA 15A or IEC LR6) |
| Battery llife, Insulation test use | Tester can perform at least 1000 insulation tests with fresh alkaline batteries at room temperature. These are standard tests of 1000 V into 1 MΩ with a duty cycle of 5 seconds on and 25 seconds off. |
| Battery llife, Resistance measurements | Tester can perform at least 2500 earth bond resistance measurements with fresh alkaline batteries at room temperature. These are standard tests of 1 Ω with a duty cycle of 5 seconds on and 25 seconds off. |
| Size (H x W x L) | 5.0 x 10.0 x 20.3 cm (1.97 x 3.94 x 8.00 in) |
| Weight | 550 g (1.2 lb) |
| IP rating | IP40 |
| Altitude, Operating | 2000 m CAT IV 600 V, 3000 m CAT III 600 V |
| Altitude, Non-operating (storage) | 12,000 m |
| Over-range capability | 110% of range |
| Included accessories | TL224 Test Leads, TP74 Test Probes, clips PN 1958654 (red) and PN 1958646 (black), holster and remote probe |
| Contents | Remote probe; Test leads; Test probes; Alligator clips; User documentation |
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Specifications are from the manufacturer's published information. Confirm critical values with us or the datasheet before ordering.
About the 1503
The Fluke 1503 covers basic insulation testing for residential and commercial electricians in a rugged, palm-sized case. It tests insulation at 500 V and 1000 V from 0.01 MΩ to 2000 MΩ, detects live circuits to stop a test, and is supplied with a remote probe.