Affordable PAT Testing just got easier
Portable appliance testing isn’t just about avoiding injuries and fatalities from contact with faulty and dangerous electrical appliances, it can also help to reduce the incidence of electrical fires. In fact, more than half of all fires are caused by electricity and 80% of these by appliances and electrical products, many of which could be prevented.
It’s easy to get started with electrical safety checks on Class I and Class II appliances and leads with the lightweight HPAT Series of handheld testers. Both models have been designed for ease of use with one-button automatic testing and ultimate portability. The compact design with bright backlit colour display, provides the perfect solution for testing in all locations, particularly under a desk or behind a monitor, where lighting may be restricted. Testing in accordance with the latest IET Code of Practice for in-service inspection and testing of electrical equipment is straight forward.
One of the latest editions to the range, the HPAT550 is an affordable, rechargeable device with on screen connection instructions meaning it’s always quick to get up to speed even when testing infrequently.
Combining simple PASS/FAIL with actual test values, the HPAT550 features a 250V insulation test voltage, making it suitable for testing surge-protected devices. For earth bond testing it features a low current of 200mA to avoid potential damage to sensitive I.T equipment. For added convenience, the HPAT550 is rechargeable via an integral USB-C port for reduced running costs.
Where both automatic one button testing plus single test selection for diagnostics is required the HPAT650 ticks all the boxes. In addition to all the features of the HPAT550 the HPAT 650 has the ability to run single tests plus pass levels can be easily adjusted for testing appliances with long power cords or long extension leads. The HPAT650 also has memory to store the test results of up to 100 appliances for on-screen recall when required.
Both HPATs feature a simple user interface with clear connection instructions on the screen, making operation simple, every time.
Both models are supplied in a practical ‘Test & Go’ carry case, with space for accessories, meaning valuable time is saved as there is no need to unpack and repack the testers when taking measurements.
