Fluke 1625-2 GEO Earth Ground Tester

Brand
Fluke
Model number
1625-2

Advanced earth ground tester for 3- and 4-pole fall-of-potential, soil resistivity, selective and stakeless testing.

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Key features

  • A unique earth ground tester that performs testing with and without stakes
  • Tests 3- and 4-pole fall-of-potential, and 4-pole soil resistivity (with stakes)
  • Performs selective earth ground rod testing (one clamp + stakes)
  • Performs stakeless earth ground rod testing (two clamps)
  • Features Automatic Frequency Control (AFC) to minimize the effect of interference

Specifications

General Specifications
MemoryInternal memory storage up to 1500 records accessible via USB port
Measuring functionInterference voltage and frequency, earthing resistance 3- and 4-pole with/without clip-on current transformer, resistance 2-pole with AC, 2- and 4-pole with DC
Display4 digit (2999 Digit) - 7 segment liquid crystal display, with improved visibility
OperationCentral rotary switch and function keys
Temperature Range
Operating temperature-10°C to 50°C (14°F to 122°F)
Storage temperature-30°C to 60°C (-22°F to 140°F)
Temperature coefficient±0.1% of reading/°C < 18°C > 28°C
Type of protectionIP56 for case, IP40 for battery door according to EN60529
Max voltageWarning – socket "clamp" to socket E, ES, S or H; Urms = 0 V; Sockets E, ES, S or H to each other in any combination, max. Urms = 250 V (pertains to misuse)
SafetyProtection by double and/or reinforced insulation. Max. 50 V to earth per IEC61010-1. Pollution degree 2
Quality standardDeveloped, designed and manufactured to comply with DIN ISO 9001
External field influenceComplies with DIN 43780 (8/76)
Auxiliary power6 x 1.5 V alkaline (IEC LR6 or type AA)
Battery life spanWith IEC LR6/type AA: typ. 3,000 measurements (RE+RH ≤ 1 kΩ); With IEC LR6/type AA: typ. 6,000 measurements (RE + RH > 10 kΩ)
Dimensions (W x H x D)250 x 133 x 187 mm (9.75 x 5.25 x 7.35 in)
Weight≤ 1.1 kg (2.43 lb) without accessories 7.6 kg (16.8 lb) incl. accessories and batteries in carrying case
Case materialPolyester
Measurement of Interference Voltage DC + AC (UST)
Measuring limits of error - methodFull wave rectification
Measuring range1 V to 50 V
Display range0.0 V to 50 V
Resolution0.1 V
Frequency rangeDC/AC 45 Hz to 400 Hz sine
Accuracy±⁠(5% of rdg + 5 digit)
Measuring sequenceApprox. 4 measurements/s
Internal resistanceApprox. 1.5 MΩ
Max. overloadUrms = 250 V
Measurement of Interference Frequency (F)
Measuring limits of error - methodMeasurement of oscillation period of the interference voltage
Measuring range6.0 Hz to 400 Hz
Display range16.0 Hz to 299.9 Hz to 999 Hz
Resolution0.1 Hz to 1 Hz
Range1 V to 50 V
Accuracy±⁠(1% of rdg + 2 digit)
Earthing Resistance (RE)
Measuring methodCurrent and voltage measurement with probe as IEC61557-5
Open circuit voltage20/48 V, AC
Short circuit current250 mA AC
Measuring frequency94, 105, 111, 128 Hz selected manually or automatic. (AFC) 55 Hz in function R1
Noise rejection120 dB (16 2/3 , 50 , 60, 400 Hz)
Max. overloadUrms = 250 V
Selective Measurement of the Earthing Resistance (RE Clamp)
Measuring methodCurrent and voltage measurement with probe as per EN61557-5 and current measurement in the individual branch with additional current transformer (patent applied for).
Open circuit voltage20/48 V AC
Short circuit current250 mA AC
Measuring frequency94, 105, 111, 128 Hz selected manually or automatically (AFC), 55 Hz (R1)
Noise rejection120 dB (162/3, 50, 60, 400 Hz)
Max. overloadMax. Urms = 250 V (measurement will not be started)
Measuring range0.020 Ω to 300 kΩ
Display range0.001 Ω to 2.999 Ω; 3.00 Ω to 29.99 Ω; 30.0 Ω to 299.9 Ω; 0.300 kΩ to 2.999 kΩ; 3.00 kΩ to 29.99 kΩ
Resolution0.001 Ω; 0.01 Ω; 0.1 Ω; 10 Ω
Accuracy±⁠(7% of rdg + 2 digit)
Operating error±⁠(10% of rdg + 5 digit)
Additional error because of probe- and auxiliary earth typ. electrode resistanceRH(RS + 2000 Ω)/RETOTAL x 1.25 x 10-6% + 5 digits
Measuring error of RH and RSTyp. of 10% of RETOTAL + RS + RH
Measuring timeTyp. 8 sec. with a fixed frequency 30 sec. max. with AFC and complete cycle of all measuring frequencies.
Minimal current in single branch to be measured0.5 mA; With transformer (1000:1); 0.1 mA; With transformer (200:1)
Max. interference current through transformer3 A; With transformer (1000:1)
Resistance Measurement (R~)
Measuring methodCurrent and voltage measurement
Measuring voltage20 V AC, square pulse
Short circuit current> 250 mA AC
Measuring frequency94, 105, 111, 128 Hz selected manually or automatically (AFC)
Measuring range0.020 Ω to 300 kΩ
Display range0.001 Ω to 2.999 Ω; 3.00 Ω to 29.99 Ω; 30.0 Ω to 299.9 Ω; 300 Ω to 2999 Ω; 3.00 kΩ to 29.99 kΩ; 30.0 kΩ to 299.9 kΩ
Resolution0.001 Ω; 0.01 Ω; 0.1 Ω; 10 Ω; 100 Ω
Accuracy±⁠(2% of rdg + 2 digit)
Operating error±⁠(5% of rdg + 5 digit)
Measuring timeTypical 6 seconds
Max. interference voltage24 V, with higher voltages measurement will not be started
Max overloadUrms max. = 250 V
Resistance Measurement (R DC)
Measuring methodCurrent- voltage measurement as per IEC61557-4 possible
Measuring voltage20 V DC
Short circuit current250 mA DC
Formation of measured valueWith 4-pole measurement wires on H, S, ES can be extended without additional error.; Resistances > 1 Ω in wire E can cause additional error of 5m Ω/Ω.
Measuring range0.020 Ω to 300 kΩ
Display range0.001 Ω to 2.999 Ω; 3.00 Ω to 29.99 Ω; 30.0 Ω to 299.9 Ω; 300 Ω to 2999 Ω; 3.0 kΩ to 29.99 kΩ; 30.0 kΩ to 299.9 kΩ
Resolution0.001 Ω; 0.01 Ω; 0.1 Ω; 10 Ω; 100 Ω
Accuracy±⁠(2% of rdg + 2 digit)
Operating error±⁠(5% of rdg + 5 digit)
Measuring sequenceApprox. 2 measurements/s
Measuring timeTypical 4 second including reversal of polarity (2-pole or 4-pole)
Maximum interference voltage≤ 3 V AC or DC, with higher voltages measurement will not be started
Maximum inductivity2 Henry
Maximum overloadUrms = 250 V
Compensation of Lead Resistance (RK)
Formation of measured valueRdisplay = Rmeasured - Rcompensated
Stakeless Ground Loop Measurement (Two Clamp Stakeless)
Switch positionRA 4-pole (two clamp Stakeless)
Resolution0.001 Ω to 0.1 Ω
Measuring range0.02 Ω to 199.9 Ω
Accuracy±⁠(7% rdg + 3 digit)
Operating error±⁠(10% rdg + 5 digit)
Measuring voltageVm = 48 V AC (primary)
Measuring frequency128 Hz
Noise current (IEXT)Max. IEXT = 10 A (AC) (RA < 20 Ω); Max. IEXT = 2 A (AC) (RA > 20 Ω)
Supplied with
ContentsGEO Earth Ground Tester; User's Manual; Batteries; Quick Reference Guide; USB Cable

Specifications are from the manufacturer's published information. Confirm critical values with us or the datasheet before ordering.

About the 1625-2

The Fluke 1625-2 measures earth ground loop resistance using only clamps, only stakes, or one clamp and stakes, so all four methods are covered: fall-of-potential, soil resistivity, selective and stakeless. Clamps and stakes are sold separately or in the 1625-2 kit.