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MiniFlex

®

 Flexible AC Current Probe

CHAPTER 4

OPERATION

4.1 Compatibility

The MiniFlex

®

 is compatible with any Oscilloscope, AC voltmeter, or other 

voltage measuring instrument with an input impedance greater than 1M

W

To achieve the best overall accuracy, use the MiniFlex

®

 with an Oscillo-

scope set to AC mode with an accuracy of 0.75% or better

4.2 

Tips for Making Precise Measurements

•  When  using  the  MiniFlex

®

 with an Oscilloscope, it is important to 

select the range that provides the best resolution. Failure to do this 

may result in measurement errors. 

•  For best results, select the highest MiniFlex

®

 output signal possible 

and the most sensitive meter range for this output.

•  Make sure the Oscilloscope or measuring instrument can accurately 

measure mV

AC

•  For best accuracy, center the MiniFlex

®

 around the conductor to be 

measured. 

•  The overall measurement accuracy is the sum of the MiniFlex

®

 accu-

racy and the displaying instrument accuracy.

Summary of Contents for MF 300-10-2-10-HF

Page 1: ...FLEXIBLE AC CURRENT SENSOR High Frequency Response for Oscilloscopes MiniFlex MF 300 6 2 10 HF MF 300 10 2 10 HF E N G L I S H User Manual...

Page 2: ...our repair and calibration facility for a nominal charge The recommended calibration interval for this instrument is 12 months and begins on the date of receipt by the customer For recalibration pleas...

Page 3: ...CT FEATURES 5 2 1 Description 5 2 2 Features 6 2 3 Control Features 7 3 SPECIFICATIONS 8 3 1 Typical Response Curves 10 3 1 1 Frequency Error 10 3 1 2 Amplitude Error 11 4 OPERATION 12 4 1 Compatibili...

Page 4: ...any circuit potentially high voltages and currents may be present and may pose a shock hazard Read the safety specifications section prior to using the current probe Never exceed the maximum voltage...

Page 5: ...eans de energizing the circuit or wearing protective clothing suitable for high voltage work Battery Compliance with the Low Voltage Electromagnetic Compatibility European directives 73 23 CEE 89 336...

Page 6: ...tion of any damage Save the damaged packing container to substantiate your claim 1 4 Ordering Information MiniFlex 30 300A 6 100mV 10mV A High Frequency for use with any BNC Oscilloscope Cat 2126 83 M...

Page 7: ...ke stan dard transformers The transformation principle is based on an air core It presents virtually no load to the system under test has a low phase shift and excellent frequency response from 5Hz to...

Page 8: ...rument No core saturation or damage if overloaded 9V battery for typical 140 hour continuous operation 1MHz frequency response Low phase shift for power measurements Insensitive to DC measures only AC...

Page 9: ...3 4 5 6 7 Figure 1 1 Flexible sensor 5mm 2 Sensor opening device 3 Shielded cord 4 BNC output connector 5 Green ON OFF indicator 6 Range selection switch Model MF 300 6 2 10 HF 30 300A Model MF 300 10...

Page 10: ...g 1 5 typical 3 max Influence Of Conductor Positioning In Sensor Against Handle 4 typical 6 max External Conductor Influence 35dB to 40dB on contact Accuracy 1 0 3A Common Mode Rejection 100dB typical...

Page 11: ...IRONMENTAL Operating Temperature Range 14 to 131 F 10 to 55 C Storage Temperature Range 40 to 158 F 40 to 70 C Influence of Temperature Sensor 10 to 100 C 0 5 of Reading per 10 C Module 10 to 55 C 0 5...

Page 12: ...esponse Curves 3 1 1 Frequency Error Model MF 300 6 2 10 HF Diameter 45mm Model MF 300 10 2 10 HF Diameter 70mm 30A Range 10 0 10 20 30 1 Hz 10 Hz 100 Hz 1000 Hz 10000 Hz 100000 Hz 300A Range 10 0 10...

Page 13: ...MiniFlex Flexible AC Current Probe 11 3 1 2 Amplitude Error Diameter 45mm...

Page 14: ...cise Measurements When using the MiniFlex with an Oscilloscope it is important to select the range that provides the best resolution Failure to do this may result in measurement errors For best result...

Page 15: ...ossible within range select the lowest range to obtain the best resolution Do not exceed specified current range for the output Read the displayed value on the Oscilloscope and divide it by the range...

Page 16: ...ins off when the instrument is switched on Disconnect everything connected to the instrument and set the switch to OFF Use a screwdriver to unscrew the two screws on the housing Replace the old batter...

Page 17: ...ncludes calibration certificate plus recorded calibration data Ship To Chauvin Arnoux Inc d b a AEMC Instruments 15 Faraday Drive Dover NH 03820 USA Phone 800 945 2362 Ext 360 603 749 6434 Ext 360 Fax...

Page 18: ...have your warranty registration information on file or a proof of purchase AEMC Instruments will at its option repair or replace the faulty material REGISTER ONLINE AT www aemc com Warranty Repairs Wh...

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Page 20: ...05 17 99 MAN 100349 v8 Chauvin Arnoux Inc d b a AEMC Instruments 15 Faraday Drive Dover NH 03820 USA Phone 603 749 6434 Fax 603 742 2346 www aemc com...

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