Editorial

Money saving industrial kit ideal for troubleshooting electrically noisy equipment

Fluke 87V/i410 Combo Kit Fluke is offering a money saving Fluke 87V/i410 Combo Kit which combines a Fluke 87V Digital Multimeter (DMM) with a Fluke i410 Current Clamp in a soft carry case. Saving 29% over buying the items separately, the kit offers a CAT IV 600V safety-rated, true-rms DMM with unmatched high performance, accuracy and diagnostic functions especially for adjustable-speed motor drives and other electrically noisy equipment, together with a CAT III 600V clamp meter for readings up to 400A AC or DC.

The Fluke 87V DMM has the measurement functions, troubleshooting features, resolution and accuracy to solve many problems associated with motor drives, and plant automation, power distribution and electro-mechanical equipment. It is engineered to withstand voltage spikes of 8kV and to help protect users against the hazards of arc flash. It includes a plug-in Fluke 80BK temperature probe, which can be used to easily check whether overheating is involved in a system breakdown. The Fluke i410 Current Clamp can be used with the 87V to measure AC/DC current in conductors up to 30mm in diameter. 

New Belt Tension Testers from Econobelt Use Sound Waves Instead of Force Deflection for Accurate Mea

The new belt tension testerThe new belt tension tester from Econobelt uses sound waves instead of force deflection to accurately measure tension. The portable, lightweight and easy-to-use meter produces repeatable results for any operator. It can be used in almost any environment and produce fast results, calculated in seconds. The unit, identified as the 507C runs on four AAA batteries.

The Model 507C comes with a cord sensor. Optionally available are an inductive sensor or a flexible sensor, and a cord sensor. At the new Econobelt eStore you can get immediate quotes, download a 3D model, and place online orders.

New Calex PyroCouple Non-Contact Infra-Red Temperature Sensor has Dual Output Capability

PyrocoupleCalex is delighted to announce another first in the field of infra-red thermometry, the new PyroCouple series non-contact temperature sensors.The PyroCouple series is a range of high quality, low cost, compact sensors which measure the temperature of inaccessible or moving objects and materials.

They can measure temperatures from -20

Toughest & Smallest in Reliable Thickness Gauging

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The new Cygnus 2 is a total redesign.  It is far smaller, lighter (275 g inc. batteries), tougher and water resistant (IP65).  Now with automatic gain control, automatic probe recognition and automatic display brightness, it is even simpler to use!
Either worn on the waist, around the neck or clipped to a harness, the tough new Cygnus 2 is supplied in a silicone sleeve to offer maximum protection, versatility and comfort.

Simple keypad operation facilitates calibration for the material under inspection – either against a known thickness or velocity of sound. Once set, calibration is stable with no zero adjustment.

Designed and built under the new BS EN 15317 2007, the new Cygnus 2 is also RoHs compliant (free of environmentally hazardous substances).
Cygnus offers a 3 year warranty on all its gauges and 6 months warranty on probes and leads.

Cygnus’ commitment to supply reliable, high quality products is stronger than ever.
For more information and other products, please visit: www.cygnus-instruments.com
If you have any enquiries, please do not hesitate to contact us via email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or telephone on +44 (0) 1305 265 533.

New CCTV tester -

SecuriTESTTM ProA new, versatile, easy-to-use CCTV tester is now available, which is both lighter and more compact than its predecessor and offers unique additional features, including video level and sync testing, as well as audio level testing.

The SecuriTESTTM Pro from IDEAL INDUSTRIES is the latest product in the company

Circuit tracer solves hidden wiring problem and saves customer at least

handheld circuit tracerUsing a handheld circuit tracer, a Kent-based electrical services company has solved a five-year old hidden wiring problem in a residential apartment, at the same time as helping the customer save at least

NEW PAT CHECKBOX TESTS THE TESTERS

Checkbox RedTest instrument manufacturer Seaward Electronic Ltd. has introduced a new checkbox to verify the in-service performance of portable appliance testers.In keeping with the advice included in the latest IEE Code of Practice for In-Service Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment, the new Seaward PAT Checkbox is designed to check the accuracy of PAT testers and confirm that test readings remain valid during the period between formal re-calibration.

Lightweight and portable and easy to operate, the PAT Checkbox can be used to check all portable appliance testers in the Seaward range, as well as those from other manufacturers.When connected to the PAT tester being assessed, the Checkbox will automatically simulate earth bond, insulation, flash and earth leakage tests. A simple comparison of the value displayed on the PAT against the specified limits detailed on the rear of the Checkbox provides an immediate indication of the accuracy of the instrument.

Keeping track of expensive technical gases

The Efector Metris When sensor market leader ifm electronic launched the efector metris a year or so back it caused quite a storm as the first affordable device to monitor consumption or leakage of that major commodity, compressed air.

Many of you use other gases, though, and we were often asked

LIQUID FLOW UKAS CALIBRATION

Antech PremisesAntech is proud of its calibration abilities with the award and continuing additions to its UKAS Accreditation.

UKAS (United Kingdom Accreditation Service) is internationally recognised as the independent organisation for accrediting the integrity and competence of personnel, quality systems and measurement parameters.

After acquiring new premises to house our liquid flow rigs, we can now offer the following calibration in the liquid flow field.

2500 L/min UKAS Accredited Hydrocarbon Rig

Dew Point Hygrometers for Hire

Dew point HygrometerMichell Instruments are delighted to announce that they now offer a rental scheme for a number of their products. Due to a significant demand in the market, Michell made four of their most popular dew point hygrometers available for hire.

Offering the customer free packing and carriage in the UK and free technical, and applications support, the rental scheme gives the customer all of the benefits of buying a new product, but the ease of hiring it at a fraction of the cost. Each product is calibrated to National Standards and calibration is re-verified before delivery.

Providing the customer with a flexible, efficient and cost-effective solution, this scheme has been an instant success. Since its launch, Michell have had all of their available instruments out on hire and are adding to their product range to deal with the demand. Special gas producers, Air Products, Plc, Manchester, were one of the first customers to be delighted with this new service.