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DC-50B Mains Frequency Spark Tester

The DC-50B is ideal for applications testing larger wires, multi-conductor cables. The DC-50B meets a variety of common industrial specifications including UL 2556, UL 1581, and IEC 62230 (when properly applied and using an application appropriate electrode).

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Technical Specifications

Major Features:

  • Pinhole/Bare Wire Differentiation

  • Flexible Communication Options

  • Reliability

  • Ease of Use

PARAMETER

VALUE

Test Voltage Range

1-50kV DC

Voltage Type

Negative DC

Voltage Display

3-digit LED display

Accuracy 2% of reading

Fault Indication

3-digit LED counter

Amber Fault Indicating LED

Operating Modes

Continuous high voltage / Remove voltage on fault

Momentary relay closure on fault / latched relay closure on fault until reset

Power Requirements

100-240VAC 49-61Hz

Power supply is self-adjusting

Product Diameter (round wire/cable)

Up to 8 inches

Electrode Types

Bead chain

Bead Chain Electrode Lengths

6 to 36 inches

Compliant UL line speed with a standard 6-inch electrode

Unlimited

Compliant IEC line speed with a standard 6-inch electrode

Up to 9600 feet per minute

Maximum IEC compliant line speed with a 36-inch electrode  

Up to 24100 feet per minute.  

Output Power

6mA Resistive 

Detection Sensitivity

Conforms to IEC62230

Relay Outputs

4 x User-configurable relays may be tasked to any desired function.

Pinhole Alarm, Bare Wire Alarm, Voltage Watchdog, Cover Open, Pinhole/Bare Wire Count Limits etc.

Standard Communications

Modbus RTU via RS-485

Optional Communications (with purchase of accessory communication card)

Analog, Ethernet IP, Modbus TCP, Profibus, Pofinet, DeviceNET

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