High ohmic meter
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METRISO 3000
Portable resistance meter designed for measuring resistance to ground (Rg), point-to-point resistance (Rpp), surface resistance, and volume resistance (Rv). The ability to connect a handheld code reader to the meter can be a significant advantage for automating cyclic measurements and reporting when combined with available software. Despite its large size, the device is very convenient to use thanks to the ability to hang the meter around the neck. An alternative to the METRISO® 3000 may be the METRISO® B530 BASIC or the older METRISO® 2000 model.
TECHNICAL DATA:
Measurement voltages: 10V, 100V, 500V
Measurement range: 1k - 1.2T Ohm
Measurement current: 1mA ≤ I ≤ 1.3mA
Allows for temperature and humidity measurement
COMPLIANCE WITH:
IEC 61340-4-1, IEC 61340-2-3, IEC 61340-4-5, and equivalents from ANSI/ESD S20.20 standards
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PRS-801B / PRS-801
PROSTAT PRS-801B / PRS-801
Portable resistance meter with a very wide measurement range (0.1-200T Ohm). Designed for measuring resistance to ground (Rg), point-to-point resistance (Rpp), surface resistance, and volume resistance (Rv). It is one of the smallest and lightest devices of this type on the market, making it very convenient to use. The wide measurement range is a significant advantage here. Like the METRISO3000, the PRS-801 also has the capability for device verification. A newer version of the device, the PRS-801B, is also available. An alternative to the PRS-801 may be the PRS-801B, PRS-812.
TECHNICAL DATA:
Measurement voltages: 0.01-10V, 10V, 100V
Measurement range: 0.1-200T Ohm
Measurement current: I < 4mA [100V]
COMPLIANCE WITH:
ANSI/ESD S20.20, ANSI/ESD STM 11.11, TR53
Desco 19290 Digital Surface Resistance Meter
Portable Resistance Meter Designed for measuring resistance to ground (Rg), point-to-point resistance (Rpp), and surface resistance. Despite being named a "surface resistance meter," it also measures volume resistance (Rv) when using a ring electrode. Like the PRS-801, it has an indicator that shows the order of magnitude of the obtained measurement for quick reading. An alternative to the Desco 19290 could be the METRISO2000.
Technical Data:
Measurement voltages: 10V, 100V
Measurement range: 1k-1T Ohm
Measurement current: I < 4mA [100V]
**Allows for temperature and humidity measurement
Compliance: ANSI/ESD S20.20, ANSI/ESD STM 11.11, TR53
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SRM® 200 Meter / SRM®110 Indicator
The SRM200 is a meter, while the SRM110 is a surface resistance indicator. They are excellent devices for quick verification of larger surface materials, where electrodes can be applied to the back wall of the casing. With slight modification, they can measure small elements.
SRM® 200 Meter:
Users will need knowledge of the ranges contained in the standards as the result will be displayed on the screen. The meter has rubber-coated (conductive rubber) electrodes ensuring excellent adhesion to the surface. Additionally, the SRM® 200 allows for saving measurement results in the device's memory and exporting data via a USB port.
Technical Data:
Measurement voltage: 100V
Measurement range: 1k-1T Ohm
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SRM®110 Indicator:
This device's simplicity is its strength depending on its application. The result is immediately displayed on an LED indicator showing resistance ranges of materials: conductive in green, dissipative in yellow, and insulative in red. Although the electrodes are metal and not rubber-coated like in the above model, there are no issues with the electrical connection to the tested surfaces.
Technical Data:
Measurement voltage: 100V
Measurement range: 1k-1T Ohm
ELECTROSTATIC FIELD AND POTENTIAL METERS
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EFM 51 + CPS + Walking Test
A portable meter for measuring electrostatic field (V/m) and electrostatic potential (V). The device comes with two spacers, ensuring measurements are always taken at the correct distance from the tested surface. This speeds up measurements compared to when the distance is determined by a light marker.
The EFM51 is excellent for measuring relatively large surfaces. Its conductive casing significantly simplifies usage, making work easier.
Using the CPS module, you can easily and quickly verify ionizer parameters, and with the Walking Test module, you can measure the generation of electrostatic charge in a simplified manner.
Alternative: EFM21, PFM-711A, FMX-004
Available Modules:
CPS - two 75x150mm plates, high voltage generator +/- 1200V, base, grounding cable
Walking Test - MK51 attachment, handheld electrode with cable Technical Data:
Measurement range:
0-160kV - electrostatic potential mode
0-800kV/m - electrostatic field intensity mode
Battery powered
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PFM-711A + CPM-720A + PDT-740B
A portable meter for measuring electrostatic field (V/cal) and electrostatic potential (V). The measurement distance is verified using a light marker (aligning two light sources at one point).
Its conductive casing significantly simplifies usage.
With available modules, you can verify ionizer parameters, and using the PGA-710B with software, you can perform a Walking Test.
A newer version, PFM-711B, is also available.
Alternative: EFM 51, EFM21, FMX-004
Available Modules:
CPM-720A - 8.25 cm x 8.25 cm x 2.3 cm plate, high voltage generator +/- 1200V
PDT-740B - discharge time counter with analog input
PGA-710B - automatic analyzer with software Technical Data:
Measurement range:
0-19.99kV - electrostatic potential mode (low and wide range)
Response time: 2s low range; 0.2s wide range
Battery powered
19492 - Digital Static Field Meter
A portable meter for measuring electrostatic potential (V). The measurement distance is verified using a light marker.
Like the previously presented meters, it has a conductive casing simplifying usage. Using available modules with capacitive plates, you can verify ionizers.
Alternative: EFM21, PFM-711A, FMX-004
Technical Data:
Measurement range:
0-19.99kV - electrostatic potential mode (low and wide range)
Battery powered
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ESVM 2000
A portable meter for non-contact measurement of electrostatic potential (V). It is very useful for measuring small elements near ESDS or the housing of components used in the process. It complements classic meters like the EFM51. It is crucial that the sensor does not contact the element itself as it is under high voltage.
Alternative: ESVM 1000
Available Modules:
CPM-720A - 8.25 cm x 8.25 cm x 2.3 cm plate, high voltage generator ±1200V
PDT-740B - discharge time counter with analog input
PGA-710B - automatic analyzer with software
Technical Data:
Measurement range:
0-19.99kV - electrostatic potential mode (low and wide range)
Response time: 2s low range; 0.2s wide range
Battery powered
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CVM-780
A contact meter for measuring electrostatic potential (V). High input impedance allows contact measurement of conductors/insulated conductors without the risk of the accumulated charge damaging the tested component through ESD or EMI. A very sensitive meter with a measurement range up to ±575V.
The meter's application is very wide; it can measure electrostatic charges on elements that traditional meters cannot measure. The device is compatible with PGA-710B, and the set includes metal and ceramic measuring needles.
Alternative: ESVM 821HH
Technical Data:
Measurement range: 0 to ±575V
Response time: ~1ms
Input impedance: 1E14 Ohm
Input capacitance: 10 pF (10E-14 F)
Battery powered
ESVM 821HH
A contact meter for measuring electrostatic potential (V). High input impedance allows contact measurement of conductors/insulated conductors without the risk of the accumulated charge damaging the tested component through ESD or EMI. A very sensitive meter with a limited measurement range up to ±2kV.
Alternative: CVM-780
Technical Data:
Measurement range: 0 to ±2 kV or AC (peak)
Input impedance: 1E14 Ohm
Input capacitance: 10 pF (10E-14 F)
**Built-in humidity and temperature sensor
Battery and 230V AC powered
CPM METERS (CHARGED PLATE MONITOR)
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CPM74
A laboratory electrometer allowing ionizer efficiency testing according to programmed measurement protocols. Fully compliant with IEC 61340-4-7 and ANSI/ESD STM 3.1. With this meter, you can perform fully automatic ionizer measurements on 15 x 15 cm plates. It is ideal mainly for qualifications; verification in production conditions is not as user-friendly. In such cases, the EFM51 family devices are better suited.
Compliance: IEC 61340-4-7, ANSI / ESD STM 3.1
Monroe 288B
A laboratory electrometer allowing programmed measurement protocols and analysis on dedicated software. Fully compliant with ANSI / ESD STM 3.1. With this meter, you can perform fully automatic ionizer measurements on 15 x 15 cm plates and optionally 3 x 3 cm plates. This device should mainly be used during qualifications.
Compliance: ANSI/ESD STM 3.1
OTHER MEASURING DEVICES
CTM048-21 - EM Eye - ESD Event Meter
A meter for detecting, counting, and measuring ESD phenomena. The device has interchangeable heads with antennas that can be connected to them. This allows the device to be quickly and easily adapted to your requirements. Available are, among others, antennas for measuring ESD phenomena or electromagnetic fields. The meter also allows connection of external antennas for inserting them into machines or other hard-to-reach places.
It is a powerful and very sensitive tool in the hands of an experienced user and, at the same time, one of the most problematic devices available for analyzing production processes. The EM Eye is not typical equipment for coordinators and is only used correctly by the most experienced in the industry. Additional analyses are often required to confirm previous measurements.
Available Accessories:
ESD phenomena meter
ESD sensor
ESD sensor, 20kV
EMF sensor
RF sensor
Power supply 100-240V AC, 5V DC
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MONITOR JONIZACJI WIM47
A compact device for continuous monitoring of ionizer efficiency, which can be placed on a workstation or even in machines and conveyors. If the ionizer malfunctions, the WIM47 device will signal the user with sound and light about the existing problem.
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