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Quick Start

1. For electrical testing, connect test leads to

"COM" and "+" jacks.

2.  Rotate the dial to your desired measurement. 

3.  Connect to test points and read measurement.

4. For temperature testing, remove test leads,

slide TEMP switch to the right and connect

Type K thermocouple.

Certifications

UL 61010-1, Third Edition

EN61010-1

EN61010-2-032

EN61010-2-033

EMC EN61326-1

C-Tick (N22675)

WEEE

CATIII 600V, class II and pollution degree 2 

indoor use comply with CE, RoHS compliant.

CATIII:  Is for measurements performed in the 

building installation.

Description

The SC600 series are the new loaded clamp 

meters for the HVACR professional. Hang your 

SC600 series clamp meter to any metallic surface 

with the redesigned heavy-duty magnet and 

conveniently store your test leads when the 

job is done. See both voltage and amperage 

readings at the same time on the big dual LCD 

display, even in low light conditions using the 

bright blue backlight (backlight SC640 only).  

Easily see your amperage readings no matter 

how you clamp around a wire with the swivel 

head AAC clamp.

Take more accurate VAC and AAC readings on 

variable frequency drives with True RMS sensing 

technology (SC640 only). Measure the starting 

amp draw of a compressor with Inrush current 

feature (SC640 only). Use the clamp jaw light to 

easily light up the test area. (SC640 only). 

Take measurements with one hand using the 

single test lead holder for added safety. Test 

leads come with removable gold plated tips to 

connect with Fieldpiece accessory heads.

The SC600 series clamp meters are built to 

withstand the rigors of HVACR with high impact 

plastic and a display you can read in very hot or 

very cold environments.

Controls

Rotate dial to the function you want to use.

OFF

V

AC

V

AC

%

NCV

V

DC

µA

DC

MFD

H

Z

A

AC

50

H

Z

A

AC

400

°F

°C

H

Z

SC640

AUTO OFF

TYPE K

30V

MAX

Select

Range

Hold

INRUSH

COM

TRUE RMS

Press to cycle Amps AC and frequency  

 

within VAC/AAC/Hz switch position. 

OFF

V

AC

V

AC

%

NCV

V

DC

µA

DC

MFD

H

Z

A

AC

50

H

Z

A

AC

400

°F

°C

H

Z

SC640

AUTO OFF

TYPE K

30V

MAX

Select

Range

Hold

INRUSH

COM

TRUE RMS

Press to illuminate backlight (SC640).

OFF

V

AC

V

AC

%

NC

V

V

DC

µA

DC

MF

D

H

Z

A

AC

50

H

Z

A

AC

400

°F °C

H

Z

SC640

AUT

O OFF

TYPE 

K

30V MA

X

Se

le

ct

Range

Hold

INRUSH

CO

M

TRUE RM

S

  Press to activate inrush current  

   

capture mode (SC640).

OFF

V

AC

V

AC

%

NCV

V

DC

µA

DC

MFD

H

Z

A

AC

50

H

Z

A

AC

400

°F

°C

H

Z

SC640

AUTO OFF

TYPE K

30V

MAX

Select

Range

Hold

INRUSH

COM

TRUE RMS

Press to manually select a range.

OFF

V

AC

V

AC

%

NCV

V

DC

µA

DC

MFD

H

Z

A

AC

50

H

Z

A

AC

400

°F

°C

H

Z

SC640

AUTO OFF

TYPE K

30V

MAX

Select

Range

Hold

INRUSH

COM

TRUE RMS

Press to freeze the display.

Fieldpiece

Loaded 

Clamp  

Meters

OPERATOR'S 

MANUAL 

Models SC640 SC620

Display

Battery Life (replace 9V if blinking)

O

F

F

MFD

NCV

V

AC

V

DC

A

AC

Hz

Hz

%

°C

°F

SC56

AUTO OFF

TRUE RMS

CAT III

600V

TEMP

K-TYPE

30V 

MAX

SEL

HOLD

INRUSH

Auto Power Off Enabled

O

F

F

MFD

NCV

V

AC

V

DC

A

AC

Hz

Hz

%

°C

°F

SC56

AUTO OFF

TRUE RMS

CAT III

600V

TEMP

K-TYPE

30V 

MAX

SEL

HOLD

INRUSH

High Voltage Warning (>30VAC/VDC)

O

F

F

MFD

NCV

V

AC

V

DC

A

AC

Hz

Hz

%

°C

°F

SC56

AUTO OFF

TRUE RMS

CAT III

600V

TEMP

K-TYPE

30V 

MAX

SEL

HOLD

INRUSH

Manual Range (RNG) Mode

    Data Hold Mode

O

F

F

MFD

NCV

V

AC

V

DC

A

AC

Hz

Hz

%

°C

°F

SC56

AUTO OFF

TRUE RMS

CAT III

600V

TEMP

K-TYPE

30V 

MAX

SEL

HOLD

INRUSH

    Inrush Amps Mode (SC640)

O

F

F

MFD

NCV

V

AC

V

DC

A

AC

Hz

Hz

%

°C

°F

SC56

AUTO OFF

TRUE RMS

CAT III

600V

TEMP

K-TYPE

30V 

MAX

SEL

HOLD

INRUSH

   

Continuity Test

O

F

F

MFD

NCV

V

AC

V

DC

A

AC

Hz

Hz

%

°C

°F

SC56

AUTO OFF

TRUE RMS

CAT III

600V

TEMP

K-TYPE

30V 

MAX

SEL

HOLD

INRUSH

   

Diode Test

O

F

F

MFD

NCV

V

AC

V

DC

A

AC

Hz

Hz

%

°C

°F

SC56

AUTO OFF

TRUE RMS

CAT III

600V

TEMP

K-TYPE

30V 

MAX

SEL

HOLD

INRUSH

   

Frequency Test (hertz)

O

F

F

MFD

NCV

V

AC

V

DC

A

AC

Hz

Hz

%

°C

°F

SC56

AUTO OFF

TRUE RMS

CAT III

600V

TEMP

K-TYPE

30V 

MAX

SEL

HOLD

INRUSH

   

Resistance Test (ohms)

O

F

F

MFD

NCV

V

AC

V

DC

A

AC

Hz

Hz

%

°C

°F

SC56

AUTO OFF

TRUE RMS

CAT III

600V

TEMP

K-TYPE

30V 

MAX

SEL

HOLD

INRUSH

   

Capacitance Test (farads)

O

F

F

MFD

NCV

V

AC

V

DC

A

AC

Hz

Hz

%

°C

°F

SC56

AUTO OFF

TRUE RMS

CAT III

600V

TEMP

K-TYPE

30V 

MAX

SEL

HOLD

INRUSH

    

Duty Cycle Test (percentage)

O

F

F

MFD

NCV

V

AC

V

DC

A

AC

Hz

Hz

%

°C

°F

SC56

AUTO OFF

TRUE RMS

CAT III

600V

TEMP

K-TYPE

30V 

MAX

SEL

HOLD

INRUSH

    

Micro Unit (10

−6

, one millionth)

O

F

F

MFD

NCV

V

AC

V

DC

A

AC

Hz

Hz

%

°C

°F

SC56

AUTO OFF

TRUE RMS

CAT III

600V

TEMP

K-TYPE

30V 

MAX

SEL

HOLD

INRUSH

   

Milli Unit (10

−3

, one thousandth)

O

F

F

MFD

NCV

V

AC

V

DC

A

AC

Hz

Hz

%

°C

°F

SC56

AUTO OFF

TRUE RMS

CAT III

600V

TEMP

K-TYPE

30V 

MAX

SEL

HOLD

INRUSH

    

Kilo Unit (10

3

, one thousand)

O

F

F

MFD

NCV

V

AC

V

DC

A

AC

Hz

Hz

%

°C

°F

SC56

AUTO OFF

TRUE RMS

CAT III

600V

TEMP

K-TYPE

30V 

MAX

SEL

HOLD

INRUSH

    

Mega Unit (10

6

, one million)

Safety Information

Never ground yourself when taking electrical 

measurements.  Do not touch exposed metal 

pipes, outlets, fixtures, etc., which might be 

at ground potential, while taking measure-

ments.  Keep your body isolated from ground 

by using dry clothing, rubber shoes, rubber 

mats, or any approved insulating material.

Disconnect the test leads before opening the 

case. Inspect the test leads for damage to the 

insulation or exposed wire.  Replace if suspect.  

Keep your fingers behind the finger guards 

on the probes while taking measurements.

When disconnecting from a circuit, disconnect 

the “RED” lead first, then the common “BLACK” 

lead.  Use one handed testing when possible.  

Work with others.

Turn off power to the circuit under test before 

cutting, unsoldering, or breaking the circuit.

Do not measure resistance (ohms)  when circuit 

is powered. Isolate load by disconnecting 

from circuit.

Disconnect the meter from circuit before turning 

any inductor off, including motors, transform-

ers, and solenoids.  High voltage transients 

can damage the meter beyond repair.

Do not use during electrical storms.

Do not apply more than rated voltages between 

input and ground.

Isolate capacitors from system and discharge 

them safely before testing.

Temperature switch prevents leaving thermo-

couple plugged in while measuring voltage.

When measuring high frequency AC current, do 

not exceed the rated 400AAC of the clamp. 

Failure to adhere may cause the clamp to heat 

up dangerously.

All voltage tests:  

All voltage ranges will 

withstand up to 600V.  Do not apply more than 

600VDC or AC rms.

Symbols used: 

Caution, risk of electric shock

Caution, refer to manual.

 Ground

Double insulation

Specifications

Display: 

5000 count dual display

Backlight:  

60 second duration with auto-off. Blue color. SC640 only.

Overrange: 

(OL) or (-OL) is displayed 

Measurement rate:

  3.3 times per second, nominal

Zero:

 Automatic

Operating environment:

 32°F to 122°F (0°C to 50°C) at <70% 

relative humidity

Storage temperature:

 -4°F to 140°F (-20°C to 60°C), 0 to 80% RH 

(with battery removed)

Accuracy: 

Stated accuracy @ 73°F±9°F (23°C±5°C), <75%RH

Temperature coefficient:

  0.1 x (specified accuracy) per °C [0°C to 

19°C (32°F to 66°F), 28°C to 50° C (82°F to 122°F)]

APO (Auto Power Off):  

Approx. 30 minutes

Power:

 Single standard 9-volt battery, NEDA 1604, JIS 006P, IEC 6F22

Battery life: 

200 hours typical alkaline (SC620); 100 hours typical 

alkaline (SC640)

Low battery indication:

 Battery icon blinks and "LO.bt" is displayed 

when the battery voltage drops below the operating level

Dimensions: 

287.5mm(H) x 79.5mm(W) x 50.0mm(D)

Weight: 

 Approx. 450g including battery

Altitude: 

 Up to 6562 ft (2000m)

Overload protection:  

600 VDC or 600VAC rms unless otherwise 

stated

Test leads: 

Use UL listed test leads that comply to UL61010-031 

rated CATIII 600V or above. Included test leads are gold-plated 

and have removeable safety caps.

Please operate the instrument following all instructions 

of the operator's manual to avoid impairing the safety 

of the product.

Functions

Temperature (°F/°C)

Plug any Type K thermocouple directly into the meter to measure 

temperature. Cold junction is located inside the meter and allows for 

extremely accurate measurements even in rapidly changing ambient 

temperatures (going from rooftop to freezer). No adapter is required.  

Range:

 -30°F to 932°F, (-35°C to 500°C)  

Resolution:

  0.1°

Accuracy:

    ±(1°F)* 32°F to 120°F,  ±(1°C) 0°C to 49°C

±(1%+2°F) 32°F to 572°F,  ±(1%+1°C) 0°C to 300°C

±(2%+6°F) -30°F to 32°F,  ±(2%+3°C) -35°C to 0°C

±(2%+6°F) 572°F to 932°F,  ±(2%+3°C) 300°C to 500°C

Sensor type:  

Type K thermocouple     *After field calibration

Overload protection:  

30 VDC or 30VAC rms

Non Contact Voltage (NCV)

Use NCV to check 24VAC from a thermostat or live voltage up to 

600VAC.  Always test a known live source before using. A segment graph 

and RED LED will display the presence of voltage. Audible beep increases 

from intermittent to continuous as intensity of field (EF) increases.

 

AC Voltage Detection Range:

  24VAC to 600VAC (50-60Hz)

Voltage AC (VAC) (50Hz-500Hz)

Test power lines (120, 220, 480), test 24V going to controls, and 

test for transformer failure.

Ranges:

  500mV, 5V, 50V, 500V, 600V  

Resolution:

  0.1mV

Accuracy:

  ±(1.2% + 8) 500mV range (50-60Hz)

±(1.2%+8), 5V, 50V, 500V;  ±(1.5% + 8) 600V range

True RMS: 

 model SC640 only  

Crest factor:

  ≤ 3

Audio/Visual Hi-V indicator:

  >30VAC/VDC

Input impedance:

  >100MΩ (500mV), 10MΩ (5V),  

9.1MΩ (50V-600V)

!

OFF

V

AC

V

AC

%

NCV

V

DC

µA

DC

MFD

H

Z

A

AC

50

H

Z

A

AC

400

°F 

°C

H

Z

SC640

AUTO OFF

TYPE K

30V

MAX

Selec

t

Range

Hold

INRUSH

COM

TRUE RMS

OFF

V

AC

V

AC

%

NCV

V

DC

µA

DC

MFD

H

Z

A

AC

50

H

Z

A

AC

400

°F 

°C

H

Z

OFF

V

AC

V

AC

%

NCV

V

DC

µA

DC

MFD

H

Z

A

AC

50

H

Z

A

AC

400

°F 

°C

H

Z

OF

F

VA

C

VA

C

%

NC

V

V

DC

µA

DC

M

FD

H

Z

A

AC

50

H

Z

A

AC

40

0

°F

  °C

H

Z

SC640

AUT

O OFF

K-

TY

PE

30

V

MA

X

Se

le

ct

Ra

ng

e

Ho

ld

IN

RU

SH

CO

M

TR

UE

 R

MS

OFF

V

AC

V

AC

%

NCV

V

DC

µA

DC

MFD

H

Z

A

AC

50

H

Z

A

AC

400

°F 

°C

H

Z

AUTO OFF

TYPE K

30V

MAX

COM

Unplug Leads and Slide 

TEMP Switch to the Right

!

  WARNINGS

DISCONNECT AND UNPLUG TEST LEADS before opening case.

TEST NCV FUNCTION ON KNOWN LIVE WIRE before using.

DO NOT APPLY VOLTAGE greater than 30VAC or 60VDC to the 

thermocouple or the jacks when the rotary dial is on °F°C. (Use 

only Type K thermocouples)

DO NOT APPLY VOLTAGE TO THE JACKS when the rotary dial is on 

microamps. Even low voltages can cause a current overload and 

potentially harm the meter.

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