Transformer

testing
equipment
Megger - leaders in transformer testing

The first insulation test set “Megaohm meter” was Complete transformer testing toolbox
invented by Sydney Evershed (Evershed & Vignoles
Limited). The MEGaohm metER was branded as There are several facets to a transformer’s overall
“Megger” in 1903. Since branding, Megger has grown health, so a full assessment requires a number
and evolved to become the leading manufacturer of tests. Megger offers the broadest range of
of portable substation testing equipment. Insulation transformer test equipment in the industry, capable
testing and the word ‘Megger’ are synonymous in the of delivering the most comprehensive picture of
electrical test industry, a position only maintained by transformer health. Our instruments enable routine
continually designing world class products. and advanced electrical testing techniques described
and recommended in international standards such as
IEEE, IEC and CIGRE. Moreover, our instruments and
Asset management plan software tools are user-friendly, highly accurate and
reliable to facilitate the management of your entire
Transformers have the single highest value of the electrical testing program for power, distribution and
equipment installed in substations reaching 60% of instrument transformers.
the total investment. Asset managers are constantly
under pressure to improve the financial and technical
performance of transformers, which has pushed
utilities to assess the actual condition of their
transformers. Condition assessment contributes to
achieving the optimal balance between maintenance
costs and operating performance and provides asset
managers the economic and technical justifications for
engineering decisions and capital replacement plans.

Maintenance strategy and condition assessment

actions differ from utility to utility but the well-
accepted tests that are useful as diagnostic methods
are listed in the table (overleaf).

Sydney Evershed’s Megaohm meter (1895).

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 1895 - First insulation
test set invented by
Sydney Evershed

1903 - Megger
trademark registered

1923 - First multimeter

with Amps, Volts and
Ohms (AVO)

1965 - First low-weight

tan delta/power factor
insulation test set

1980 - First transformer

ohmmeter with tap-
changer discontinuity
detection

1991 - Merger of the

Megger Group (Megger,
Biddle, Multi-Amp)

1995 - First dynamic

resistance measurements
for on-load tap-changers

1997 - First dielectric

frequency response analyzer
for insulation diagnostics in
the field

■■ 2009 - First portable

30 kV insulation test set

2010 - Megger patent

on individual temperature
correction of measured tan
delta/power factor values

2010 - Megger patent

on automatic detection
of tan delta/power factor
voltage dependence

2013 - First 5 kV and

10 kV insulation resistance
tester with 4 mA noise
rejection and firmware
filtering

2014 - First 15 kV
insulation resistance
tester with 8 mA noise
rejection and 5% accuracy
up to 3 TΩ

2015 - First multi-

function transformer and
substation test system with
apps-based user interface

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 Megger - leaders in transformer testing
POWER / DISTRIBUTION TRANSFORMERS

TEST TYPES MEGGER TEST SETS

COMPONENT TEST TRAX Delta IDAX CDAX S1 FRAX MWA TTR MTO

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Ratio / polarity n n n n n
Excitation current n n n n n
Short-circuit impedance n
Frequency response analysis n
Windings
FRSL n
Insulation resistance n n
Capacitance n n n n
Power factor / tan delta n n n n
Dielectric frequency response n n n
Magnetic balance n

Capacitance n n n n
Power factor / tan delta n n n n
Bushings Dielectric frequency
response
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Bushing CT’s n

Dielectric strength

Power factor / tan delta n n n

Insulating oil
Resistivity

Permitivity

Cellulose insulation Moisture content n

Resistance n n n
Dynamic resistance n
Excitation current n n n n
Load/OLTC
Ratio n n n
Tap
Continuity (make before break) n n n
changers
Contact timing (DRM) n
Resistance n n
No-load/
Excitation current n n n n
DETC
Ratio n n n

Core insulation n n
Excitation current n n n n n
Core / Tank Magnetic balance n n
Frequency response analysis n
Ground connection n

Connections Contact resistance n n

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 TRAX Apps for various measurements/applications

TRAX
■■ Power transformers

■■ Load tap-changers

■■ Reactors

Transformer and substation ■■ Instrument transformers

test system ■■ Bushings

■■ Circuit-breakers
The TRAX transformer and substation test system
is designed to be a complete solution in transformer ■■ Protection relays
testing. TRAX is a multi-functional test system that
replaces numerous individual testing instruments for ■■ Grounding systems
testing of transformers and other system components
addressing the need for a single test system capable of
high precision, allowing TRAX to be used for testing
performing multiple tests. Testing with TRAX is a time
of turns ratio, excitation current, winding and contact
saving and cost effective alternative to using separate
resistance, impedance, tan delta/power factor and
instruments.
various primary tests for LV, MV and HV electrical
apparatus.
TRAX provides up to 800 A and 2200 V test signals
(2000 A and 12 kV with accessories) with a frequency
The user interface allows full manual control where
range adjustable from 5 to 500 Hz (1 - 500 Hz for
the user defines a specific test setup. Alternatively, a
insulation testing). These variable levels of voltage
variety of individual instruments/apps are available to
and current can be generated and measured with
perform different tests like winding resistance, turns
ratio, impedance measurements, relay testing, circuit
breaker analysis and more. The tests measurements
can be organized and reported as separate tests or as
a combined full set of test results for the same asset.
TRAX can be used with an integrated touch screen or
external computer device with a Chrome web browser.

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■■ Winding resistance ■■ FRSL (frequency ■■ Circuit breaker
response of stray
■■ Demagnetization losses) ■■ Single-phase relay
■■ Load tap-changer ■■ Optional switchbox ■■ Ground/ earth/
(OLTC) continuity for one-time impedance
and dynamic 3-phase connection
resistance ■■ Tan delta/ power
■■ Magnetic balance factor and
■■ Turns ratio capacitance
■■ CT testing
■■ Excitation current
■■ VT testing
■■ Short-circuit
impedance (Leakage ■■ Voltage withstand
Reactance)

TDX120 accessory for tan The optional TSX300 switchbox

delta/power factor and accessory provides functionality to
capacitance measurements automatically test all windings and taps
of a transformer with only one single
connection.
TRAX SPECIFICATIONS
Input Power 100-240 V ± 10 %, 50/60 Hz
Output Voltage 0 to 250 V AC
0 to 2200 V AC
0 to 12 kV AC (with TDX option)
0 to 300 V DC
Output Current 0 to 10 A AC
0 to 200 A AC (TRAX 220)
0 to 800 A AC (TRAX 280)
0 to 2000 A AC (with TCX option)
0 to 100 A DC
Frequency Range 5-500 Hz (1-500 Hz for insulation testing)
Output contacts 2, for tap-changer and circuit
breaker operation
Measurement channels Internal measurements on output
generators and output contacts
4 x multi-purpose voltage/current
measurement
2 x DC voltage for
resistance measurements
1 x transducer input
3 x timing
1 x trig input
3-phase one-time connection With TSX option
Tan delta and capacitance measurements
With TDX option
Weight 57 lbs (26 kg) (TRAX220)
64 lbs(29 kg) (TRAX280)

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 DELTA Series
Tan delta / power factor
test set

■■ Accurate measurements in high noise

and HV environments
The DELTA 4000 Series can be used to measure the
■■ Lightweight two-piece design, excitation current of transformer windings as well
14 kg and 22 kg as to perform automatic tip-up tests for dry type
transformers and HV turns-ratio testing (using an
■■ Automatic voltage dependency detection optional TTR capacitor) .
■■ Individual Temperature Correction (ITC)
This state of the art instrument utilizes a patented
■■ Dielectric frequency response (1 - 500 Hz) method for temperature correction (ITC) versus now
invalidated temperature correction tables. Additionally,
the measurement is monitored and when possible
The DELTA 4000 Series is a fully automatic 12 kV
voltage dependence is detected, the user is prompted to
insulation power factor/dissipation factor (tan delta)
perform tan delta/power factor tip-up measurements.
test set designed for condition assessment of electrical
insulation in high voltage transformers, bushings, and
surge arresters. The Delta 4110 requires an external computer to control
it. The Delta 4310 has an onboard computer but can
also be controlled externally.

DELTA SPECIFICATIONS
Input Power 100-240 V ± 10 %, 50/60 Hz,

16 A max

Output Voltage 0 to 12 kV

Test Frequency Range 1 to 500 Hz

Output Power 3.6 kVA

Output Current 300 mA

MEASURING RANGES

Capacitance: 0 to 100 uF

Inductance: 6H to 10 MH

Watts: 0 to 2000 W

ACCURACY

Capacitance: +/-0.5 % Rdg +/-1pF

PF & DF: +/-0.5 % Rdg +/-0.02 %

PHYSICAL

Weight 31 lbs (14 kg) + 48 lbs (22 kg) = 79lbs (36 kg)

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 CDAX

Back
High precision capacitance
and dissipation factor
test set
Front

■■ Very high accuracy and wide measurement

range

CDAX is a precision instrument that combines a bridge ■■ Fast and automated measurement process
and direct (vector) capacitance and dissipation factor with direct readings of results
test set to be used with an external AC power source and
a standard capacitor to form a complete measurement ■■ Measures capacitance, resistance and
setup for capacitive, resistive and inductive loads. inductance in combination

■■ High accuracy ratio measurements with

CDAX 605 is designed for laboratory and production
direct reading of measured ratio and phase
line testing of electrical equipment insulation and
deviation
insulating materials as well as calibration of CCVTs and
other precision ratio devices. Testing can be performed ■■ Optional LabView and C# interface
at almost any voltage level depending on the rating of
the equipment, the power source and the capacitor.

The unit will accept a test current up to 5 A from the

specimen under test which can be increased by using The input voltage to the device can be measured
an external current transformer. with a traditional reference capacitor while the
secondary low voltage can be measured with
a calibrated resistive divider such as the CRD
605 accessory.
CDAX SPECIFICATIONS
Test voltage Pending generator, standard
A CDAX test instrument replaces
capacitor and test object
traditional bridges and has a unique
Test frequency range 5 to 400 Hz
fully automated test process
Reference and test current 15 µA to 5 A
eliminating time consuming manual
MEASUREMENT RANGE
balancing.
Range limit is given by test current and voltage of used power source
Capacitance accuracy 0.02 %
Dissipation factor accuracy 0.05 % of reading + 0.002 % The unit is ideal for use in a
Phase accuracy 0.02 mrad manufacturing environment
Recorded values Current, voltage, capacitance, where results are stored such as
inductance, resistance, tan delta, in Labview or C#.
phase, ratio
PHYSICAL
Weight 10 lbs (4.4 kg)

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IDAX300/350
Dielectric response and
moisture analysis

■■ Automated measurement and analysis of

moisture content, oil conductivity and tan IDAX350

delta/power factor

■■ Individual temperature correction (ITC) of

also suitable for use for bushings, current transformers,
tan delta/power factor and oil
voltage transformers and virtually any other electrical
conductivity
component where tan delta and capacitance
■■ DFR measurements with AC test signals for measurements are needed.
reliable measurements in high - interference
environments All IDAX models have three measurement input channels
and can be equipped with two separate ammeters
■■ New multi-frequency technique performs a enabling two completely independent measurements
complete insulation assessment in 22 minutes at the same time, thus minimizing test time.

IDAX provides fast and accurate dielectric frequency

response measurements for insulation assessment IDAX SPECIFICATIONS
including moisture content in the solid insulation, Output voltage (V peak) 0 to 10 V, 0 to 200 V,
conductivity of the oil, power frequency tan delta 0 to 2000 V (with VAX 020)
Output current 0 to 50 mA
and capacitance. Using true AC dielectric frequency
Frequency range DC to 10 kHz
response, IDAX gives reliable results even under high Measurement channels 3, Red, Blue and Ground
interference conditions and with the new multi- Ammeters 1 (IDAX 300) or 2 (IDAX 300S and 350)
frequency technique, it is also the fastest instrument on Max AC interference (50/60Hz)
1 mA @ 1:10 SNR,
the market.
Individual temperature correction
Tan delta/power factor to 20 C
IDAX provides other test functions including excitation (0.1, 1, 10 Hz or line frequency)

current, hot collar testing and DC insulation. The Oil conductivity to 25°C reference
Test time for moisture analysis
unique dielectric response of the insulation system can
12 min, 2 mHz to 1 kHz, 30°
be converted into the thermal response of that specific to 45°C insulation temp
component. In addition to power transformers, it is 22 min, 1 mHz to 1 kHz, 20° to
30°C insulation temp
43 min, 0.5 mHz to 1 kHz, 10° to
20°C insulation temp
Instrument control External PC (IDAX 300 and IDAX 300S)
Internal or external PC IDAX 350

PHYSICAL Weight
IDAX 300 11 lbs (4.9 kg) , 22 lbs (9.9 kg) incl. flight case
IDAX 350 29.8 lbs (13.5 kg)
IDAX300 Accessories 18 lbs (8.5 kg) soft bag

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 VAX020
High voltage amplifier

■■ High voltage amplifier enables IDAX

measurements at 2 kV test voltage

■■ Large frequency range, DC to 1 kHz

■■ Compact design, weight only 4.4 kg

The testing capabilities of IDAX are extended with

the addition of the high voltage amplifier VAX020.
The voltage output increment from 200 V up to 2 kV
(peak) is the most assertive solution to challenging DFR
measurements in high interference environments (e.
g. HVDC substations) or while measuring at very low
frequencies on low capacitance objects (e.g. bushings
and instrument transformers).

VAX020 allows not only HV DFR measurements but

also measurement of excitation current, capacitances
up to 80 nF at 50 Hz (67 nF @ 60 Hz) and hot collar
testing at 1.4 kV (RMS). IDAX together with VAX can
also be used for DC insulation resistance measurement
(including polarization index and dielectric absorption
ratio) at 2 kV.

VAX020 SPECIFICATIONS
Output voltage (V peak) 0 to 2000 V
Output current 0 to 50 mA
Frequency range DC to 1 kHz
Max AC interference (50/60Hz) 10 mA @ 1:10 SNR
Max DC interference 20 µA
PHYSICAL
Weight 10 lbs (4.4 kg)

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 S1 Series
High current insulation
resistance tester

■■ Insulation testing up to 15 kV

■■ Resistance range up to 30 TΩ

■■ Operate from rapid charge Li-ion battery

or AC source

■■ Advanced memory with time/date stamp

S1 Series high current insulation testers are ideal for
■■ Unique tough dual-case design providing transformer testing, cable, generator/motor, circuit
additional user protection breaker and general purpose testing. The products,
depending on model, are packed with features such
■■ Safety rated up to CAT IV - 1000 V up
as IR, timed IR, polarization index, dielectric absorption
to 4000 m altitude
ratio and more. The models include rapid charge
■■ Stable readings in noisy environments batteries and operation from an AC source when the
battery is dead.

The S1 Series offers class leading charge current, noise

rejection and software filters, making them Megger’s
most advanced DC insulation resistance testers to date.

Test reports can be created using test data by

downloading information from the instrument memory
or charts from real-time data.

A range of high voltage test lead options are available with

large or medium clips and in lengths 3 to 15 m depending
on model.

S1 SPECIFICATIONS S1-568 S1-1068 S1-1568

Maximum test voltage 5000 V 10000 V 15000 V
Maximum test current 6 mA 6 mA 6 mA
Noise rejection 8 mA 8 mA 8 mA
PC Remote control & Bluetooth® n n n
Step voltage, ramp & DD tests n n n

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 FRAX
Collecting fingerprint data using Frequency response analysis (FRA)
is an easy way to detect electro-mechanical problems in power
Sweep frequency
transformers and an investment that will save time and money
response analyzer

■■ Highest accuracy and dynamic range in

the industry

■■ Complies with and exceeds international

standards for sweep frequency measurements

■■ Smallest and most rugged sweep frequency

analyzer on the market

■■ Advanced analysis and decision support

FRAX150
built-in to the software.

■■ Extensive file import-export capabilities

The FRAX series of sweep frequency response
including CIGRE and xml formats
analyzers is based on comparative analysis where a
measurement is compared to a reference fingerprint.

The superposition of curves is a direct indication

whether geometrical and/or electrical changes
have taken place within the transformer.
FRAX SPECIFICATIONS
Output voltage 20 V (FRAX 99) The measurement is easy to perform capturing a
0.2-24 V (FRAX 101 and 150) unique fingerprint of the transformer. All FRAX
Measurement voltage 10 V @ 50 Ω (FRAX 99)
0.1-12 V @ 50 Ω
models fulfill and exceed sweep frequency
(FRAX 101 and 150) response specifications in international
Frequency range 0.1 Hz – 25 MHz standards including IEC 60076-18, IEEE
Frequency sweep settings Low to high or high to low,
logarithmic or linear
C57.149, CIGRE 342 and DL/T-911.
Number of points Default 1046, user selectable up
to 32000 FRAX 99 is the base model; FRAX 101
Dynamic range (IEC60076-18) (+ 10 dB to internal noise level)
allows for larger dynamic range
> 150 dB (FRAX 101 and 150)
> 130 dB (FRAX 99) measurements and wireless
Accuracy ± 0.1 dB from +10 dB to -50 dB communication; and both units are
± 0.5 dB from +10 dB to -100 dB
operated from a PC. FRAX 150 has
(FRAX 101 and 150)
± 1 dB from +10 dB to -100 dB the same specifications as FRAX
(FRAX 99) 101 but has an internal computer.
Analysis Magnitude
Phase
A powerful software interface
Impedance
Admittance will guide the users step by step
Inductance in the measurement process,
Resistance
minimizing testing time
User defined formulas to the list of analysis tools
Cross-correlation (CCF), as in and ensuring accurate and
DL/T911-2004 or customer defined repeatable measurements. IDAX300

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 MTO Series
Winding Resistance
Testing

■■ Simultaneous 4 winding measurements

■■ OLTC make before break detection

■■ Computer or manual control with internal

memory

■■ Reading stability indicator– detects when

readings have stabilized
MTO330 paired with a TTR330

MTO series of instruments offer accurate and fast The 3 phase leads set of our MTO 300 is fully
winding resistance test times using a single current interchangeable with TTR series Instruments, thereby
source for four simultaneous measurements minimizing minimizing testing times when both measurements are
testing time. used together.

For testing LV delta windings (>1000 A) where test ■■ MTO210 – 10 A, Single-phase,

times for each tap reach up to 15 minutes each, 2 ch, manual
MTO250 offers a 50 A test current reducing testing ■■ MTO250 – 50 A, Single-phase,
time down to seconds. 2 ch, manual or PC control

■■ MTO300/330 – 3-Phase/6-winding
measurements, 10 A, stand-alone
or remote control

MTO SPECIFICATIONS
Output current Up to 10 A DC (MTO210 and 300)
50 A DC (MTO250)
Open-circuit voltage MTO210: 40 V DC
MTO250: 50 V DC
MTO300: 40 V DC
Resistance: 10 μΩ to 2000 Ω
(MTO210 and 300)
Accuracy: ±0.25 % reading, ±0.25 % full range
scale when current has stabilized
Resolution: Readings: 4 digits
Current: 6 digits

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 TTR Series
3-Phase transformer
turns ratio test sets
TTR series of instruments are designed for accurately
measuring the turns ratio of single and three phase,
two and three winding power CTs, VTs, PTs and phase
shifting transformers.

TTR instruments make testing easy with “quick test

mode” (where little nameplate information is required)
or “automatic mode” where a transformer nameplate
information is entered and all taps and windings can
be tested sequentially tap by tap and phase by phase.
Results are stored and/or downloaded to a test report
format or CSV file for easy printing.
■■ Accurately measures ratio, excitation current,
phase deviation as well as phase shift of
phase shifting transformers. For optimum efficiency and safety, the leads used in the
TTR 3XX series can be used with the Megger winding
■■ Built in storage and downloading test results resistance units (MTO 3XX) where climbing up and
in CSV format or to PowerDB software. down ladders to reach bushings is done only once.

■■ Works manually or automatically with and

without PC

■■ Test leads can be used with Megger MTO

3XX winding resistance ohmmeters for more
efficient and safer test practices – only one
ladder climb for 2 different tests.

TTR SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL FEATURES DISPLAY KEYBOARD INTERNAL RATIO
PRINTER

TTR25 Single phase, handheld, battery B/W LCD Alpha-numeric No – RS232 20,000:1

TTR100 Single phase, handheld, B/W LCD Alpha-numeric No – RS232 20,000:1

rechargeable battery, automatic
phase comparison
TTR300 3 phase, portable, remote PC None, external None, external No 45,000:1
operated computer control computer control

TTR310 3 phase, portable, screen operated 5” B/W alpha- Alpha-numeric Yes 45,000:1
numeric

TTR330 3 phase, portable, QWERTY 8.4” color VGA Qwerty Yes 45,000:1
keyboard and coloured screen

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MWA
3-Phase Ratio and Winding Resistance Analyzer

■■ All transformer types and sizes – with and The MWA3xx is designed to test power, instrument, and
distribution transformers in high noise, harsh outdoor
without OLTC tap changers
environments or in an indoor manufacturing process. It
■■ All generators & motors is ideal for testing complex 3-phase transformers (with
tap changers, bushing CTs, and tertiaries) in a fraction
■■ Bus bar connections, circuit breakers contacts of the time taken with traditional test equipment.

■■ Testing includes:
Ratio
Winding resistance
Demagnetization
Polarity
Excitation current
Make/break transition & phase

The Megger MWA3xx Transformer Winding Analyzer ■■ The solution for measuring ratio + winding
is an advanced 3-phase transformer test system resistance safer and quicker than traditional
delivering portability, reduced set-up time, increased methods
job-site safety, and effortless productivity. The MWA3xx
provides complete ratio, phase and winding resistance ■■ One control interface for both functions
measurements for a 3-phase transformer. All ratio
■■ Combined Test Form
and winding resistance tests are performed in one
– One can test either ratio or winding
instrument, with only one 3-phase lead-set connection.
resistance, all controlled and viewed from a
The MWA3xx utilizes PowerDB as a single software
platform saving the user additional time with only one single form.
set-up and one easy-to-read data report. ■■ One lead set
– One connection to the transformer
– Twice as safe, 50% lighter, easier
transformer hook up and take down

MWA330A Custom lead sets

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Transformer test van
Test van for maintenance and diagnostic testing
of power transformers

■■ Software control and reporting A dedicated and fully integrated test van, complete with
■■ High voltage and low voltage leads are shared all relevant instruments, accessories, and test leads, for
among different instruments commissioning and periodic maintenance tests.
■■ DC Winding resistance / Tap Changer Test
The heart of the system is a switch box that enables
■■ Turns ratio and vector group verification
automated software-driven selection of HV and LV
■■ Capacitance and dissipation factor / power methods and test schemes. This allows most instruments
factor
to share common test lead connections saving time
■■ Excitation current
and making operation safer. Physical interface with
■■ Insulation Resistance the instruments themselves is no longer required.
■■ Power losses for no-load and short circuit Upon completion of each measurement, results are
conditions (optional) automatically transferred into a protocol.
■■ Moisture-in-cellulose assessment with DFR
technique (optional) The software allows comparative measurements with
■■ Withstand tests at elevated voltage up to nameplate and previous measurements for trending.
100 kV AC 50 / 60 Hz and 70 kV DC (optional)
Routine and advanced diagnostic techniques in
■■ Oil breakdown test (optional) accordance with the IEC 60060-3, IEC 60076, IEEE Std.
C57.12.00, GOST 11677-85 and CIGRE 445 standards
can be performed.

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■■ Short circuit
impedance
(optional)

■■ Frequency Response
Analysis (optional)

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MRCT
Current (CT)
Transformer Testing

■■ Industry leading test duration using patented

simultaneous multi-tap measurements reduces
testing time by 20% on multi-tap CT’s

■■ Increased measurement accuracy to support

metering class CT testing

■■ Smallest and lightest 2kV secondary voltage

injection unit on the market

■■ General purpose substation secondary circuit

testing with 300V & 60A generators

■■ Integrated single phase relay test system

The Megger MRCT is a light weight, robust, portable The MRCT’s unparalleled noise immunity makes it
unit used to perform demagnetization, ratio, saturation, capable of delivering dependable and accurate results
winding resistance, polarity, phase deviation, and even in extra high voltage substations.
insulation tests on current transformers. The MRCT
automatically calculates ratio errors, saturation curves,
and knee points. The MRCT provides a microprocessor-
controlled variable voltage and current output and
precision instrumentation for automatically testing
single and multi ratio CTs, reducing testing time and
increasing productivity.

Configuration options MRCT SPECIFICATIONS

Saturation test 0 to 2000 V, 1 A maximum
Ratio measurement 0 to 20000
■■ CT with option to add relay test
Winding resistance test 0 to 30 W
Insulation test 10 G W to 20 G W
■■ IEC 61850 GOOSE
Weight 36.7 lb (16.7 kg)

■■ Bluetooth®

■■ Remote operation or on-board display

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 MVCT
Megger VT & CT Analyzer

■■ Ability to test both VT and CT

■■ Easy to use one-button automated test plans

■■ Industry leading test duration using patented

simultaneous tap measurements

■■ Smallest and lightest unit on the market

■■ CT Kneepoints up to 30kV

■■ CT grouped testing includes Demagnetization,

Knee Points, Ratios, Saturation Curves,
Winding Resistances, Polarities and Phase
Deviation (on all taps of multi-ratio CTs)

■■ VT testing including Demagnetization, Ratio,

Winding Resistance, Polarity and Phase
Deviation

The Megger MVCT test set is a lightweight, robust, The MVCT can be controlled via its large, full
portable unit capable of testing both current and voltage color, high resolution, sunlight readable TFT
transformers. Capable of performing saturation, ratio, LCD touch screen display. This interface
polarity, winding resistance, and insulation tests on allows the user to perform manual and
current transformers, the MVCT can also be used for automatic testing quickly and easily
testing metering and protection class voltage/potential using the manual test screen, or by
transformers. The MVCT provides a microprocessor using pre-constructed test routines.
controlled variable voltage and current output along
with precision instrumentation for automatically
The large color display also permits
testing single and multi-ratio CTs and VT’s. The MVCT
the user to easily read all pertinent
makes testing CTs easy. It will directly connect to multi
data while the test is being
ratio CT’s and perform all tests – saturation, ratio and
performed and provides the
polarity, winding resistance, and insulation – on all taps
ability to view the results when
with the push of a button and without changing leads.
the test is complete.
This greatly reduces testing time.

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OTS Series
Oil testing
dielectric breakdown

■■ Lightest portable unit, starts at 16 kg

■■ 9 cm color display for outdoor on site use

■■ Battery or line powered

■■ Precision lockable electrode gap

adjustment

■■ Automatic oil temperature measurement

■■ Direct output voltage or current

breakdown detection

OTS range of oil test sets are fully configurable to comply The OTS AF units are available in 0 to 60, 80 and 100
with International standards including ASTM D877, kV. These units are line powered and provide unique
ASTM D1816 and IEC 60156. The test sets perform facilities for quick and easy replacement of test vessels.
accurate breakdown voltage tests on mineral, ester VCM 80 and 100 voltage meter accessories can be used
and silicone insulating liquids. Moulded test vessels for monitoring the output voltage.
give repeatable results in the field and laboratory, with
lock-in precision electrode gap setting adjustments. The The OTS PB units are small and lightweight to enable
transparent, shielded lid is a key feature enabling users field testing. Available in 60 and 80 kV models, the
to observe the test chamber. units can be both line and battery powered.

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 OTD Oil Tan Delta
Oil Tester

■■ Oil Tan Delta tester measures Tan Delta,

Relative Permittivity and Resistivity of
insulating oils

■■ Fully automated standard and user defined

tests - Supports all international standards

■■ Integrated test cell heating and cooling

systems

■■ Efficient oil fill and integrated automated

oil drain facility

■■ IEC 60247 Innovative Test Cell - easy to

assemble and clean

■■ Stores up to 50 records on-board and

download to PC

■■ Compact and lightweight (22 kg / 48.5 lbs)

The Oil Tan Delta (OTD) is a laboratory instrument,

which measures the Tan Delta, Resistivity and Relative
Permittivity of insulating liquids. These tests give a
wider picture of the overall quality of the insulating oil,
and will indicate if there is any contamination. Megger
has developed features of the OTD to ensure that
productivity levels within laboratories are maximized.

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DLRO Series
Low Resistance Measurements

DLRO10HD DLRO10HDX
■■ Heavy duty micro ohmmeter ■■ Onboard memory storage for test results up
to 200 records
■■ High or low output power selection for
condition diagnosis ■■ Interchangeable test lead terminations

■■ 10 A for 60 seconds, less time waiting to cool, ■■ Operates from battery or AC mains supply
great for charging inductance
■■ Simple rotary switch selection of five test
■■ High input protection to 600 V for protection modes, including auto start on connection
of inadvertent connection to line or UPS
The DLRO10HDX combines ultimate simplicity of
voltage
operation with a rugged IP65 case designed for stable
ground and bench operation and provides memory
The DLRO 10HD measures resistance values up to 250
mΩ making it ideal for measuring connections, bonds storage.
and welds.

DLRO10/10X
■■ Accurate results in under three seconds
■■ Auto current reversal cancels standing emfs
■■ Fuse protected to 600 V
■■ 250 mW power limit (with optional override) to avoid heating the test
sample

The MEGGER DUCTER DLRO10 and DUCTER DLRO10X bring new standards to low
resistance measurement. Both are fully automatic instruments, selecting the most
suitable test current, up to 10 A dc to measure resistance from 0.1 µΩ to 2000 Ω
on one of seven ranges.

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 Test Data Management Software

370+ Test Templates NERC Compliance Distributed Data Data Trending for
Management Predictive Failure
■■ Perform tests ■■ Quickly review Analysis
completely and Compliance Status ■■ Create field
consistently databases for testing ■■ Chart historical
■■ Create work orders and synchronize values for any data
■■ Customize for your to test assets or track remotely with central field
requirements issue resolution database
■■ Compare over time
■■ Calculations, ■■ Receive data files and against similar
charting, limit and from contractors assets
temperature lookups versus printed reports
reduce analysis time

PowerDB Pro is the intuitive and robust software

interface that gives you the power to effectively
collect field data and manage your test results
database. The collection and reporting of data
from maintenance and inspection activities is
made simple so you can ensure the health of
your generation, transmission and distribution
equipment.

PowerDB Pro allows you to collect field

data via test instrument interface,
data imports or entry, as well as easily
organize, trend, query, and report
results from a single database. With
over 370 forms to collect acceptance,
maintenance and inspection data
and a built in forms editor for
customization and template
creation, PowerDB Pro gives you
the power to collect the data you
need in the way you need it.

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Test Data Management Software

PowerDB Pro Features

Compliance Scheduler
Asset maintenance scheduling tool provides a quick
overview and visual aid to help track compliance status
and maintain necessary maintenance schedules. Create
jobs or work orders, locate test records and manage
repair work.

PowerDB Dashboard
Convenient, web-based portal for viewing test data on
any device using a standard browser program. The main
console includes statistical modules and allows you to
search for and display any saved information, and is
organized around the PowerDB results database.

Custom Alerts
Alert manager system sends automated email or text
alerts based on alert conditions set by the user. These can
be asset condition or status, time-based maintenance or
data threshold alerts. Reports are created and sent with
the alert that contains the assets and the condition that
triggered the alert.

Enterprise Systems Integration

Custom data exchange maximizes data flow and
bridges data gaps while eliminating redundancy. Field
data automatically feeds analytic models for improved
forecasting.

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 Training and Support
with Megger
Technical Experts

An additional benefit to purchasing any test instrument from Megger is the

breadth and depth of the technical knowledge and experience that we
can share with you. We have invested heavily in creating a local support
network of engineers to provide a rapid response and who understand your
application and needs.

Product and application training can also be offered at your premises or in

specialist training facilities around the world. More information on course
availability, upcoming webinars and other technical resources can be
found on our website. Courses are offered at various levels and typical
content may include:

■■ Applications and methods

Turns ratio
Winding resistance measurement
AC and DC Insulation testing
Dielectric response and
moisture assessment
Frequency response analysis
Oil testing
■■ Practical exercises
■■ Transformer testing standards and guides
■■ Transformer theory

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 Transformer life
management (TLM)
bulletins

Megger has developed a comprehensive series of Transformer Life

Management (TLM) bulletins that broadly cover the fundamentals of
managing the life of a transformer. The bulletins span topics from
moisture in transformers to each of the many electrical tests available
to assess the condition of a transformer or instrument transformer.

Megger TLM bulletins include recent and significant developments

in the electrical test domain, assuring that students subscribing
to your library are informed of the latest, including:

■■ Dynamic winding resistance (the variations of and

differences in dynamic measurements)

■■ Individual temperature correction (ITC)

■■ Dielectric frequency response (DFR) for

transformers and bushings

■■ How to increase the efficiency of testing

through test lead management solutions
like “One-time Connection” and a true
transformer test van

■■ Demagnetizing procedures – different

approaches

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