- Digital clamp meter measures alternating current (AC) to 1,000 amp, direct current (DC) voltage and AC voltage to 600 volts (V), capacitance to 3,000 microfarads, and resistance to 40 megaohms.
- Average-sensing meter provides accurate readings when measuring linear loads, where the current or voltage has a sinusoidal waveform.
- Transformer clamp with 1.77" (45 mm) jaw opening measures current without touching or interrupting the circuit.
- A relative zero mode stores a reading in memory to use as a zero point for subsequent readings.
- Meets International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) safety standard 61010 and is certified for category III installations up to 600V.
The Amprobe ACD-6 Pro digital clamp meter is an average-sensing,
auto- or manual-ranging multimeter for measuring current,
voltage, capacitance, and resistance in electrical testing
applications. It has a transformer clamp that measures
alternating current (AC) to 1,000 amp. The meter comes with
detachable test leads that measure direct current (DC) voltage
and AC voltage to 600 volts (V), capacitance to 3,000
microfarads, and resistance to 40 megaohms. The clamp has two
jaws that can close around an electrical conductor up to 1.77"
(45 mm) in diameter to measure current without touching or
interrupting the circuit. A relative zero mode stores a reading
in memory to use as a zero point for subsequent readings,
allowing for quick comparison of multiple readings. The maximum
reading mode displays the highest reading in a session to track a
sudden increase in measurements. An audible continuity sensor
confirms that the circuit conducts electricity, and the diode
test detects whether a circuit’s diodes are working properly. The
hold function keeps the reading on the display, even after the
meter is disconnected. The unit automatically turns off after 30
minutes of non-use to conserve battery life, and a low-battery
indicator signals when the meter's batteries need to be replaced.
A finger guard on the body of the meter helps protect fingers
from shock.
This average-sensing, or average-responding, meter provides
accurate readings when measuring linear loads, such as standard
induction motors and incandescent lights, where the current or
voltage has a sinusoidal waveform. Two ranging modes (auto or
manual) offer a range of operator control when taking readings.
When turned on, the meter will be in auto-ranging mode and will
automatically select the correct operating range for the property
being measured. It can be switched to manual-ranging mode, which
requires that the operator choose the appropriate operating
range. The meter has a 4,000-count resolution, meaning that it
can display up to 3,999 units (3-3/4 digits) before the operating
range needs to be changed. The meter meets International
Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) safety standard 61010 and is
certified for category III installations up to 600V, which covers
items used with enclosed building circuit installations (service
panel parts, branch circuits, and fixed installations that are
connected directly to a building's AC power supply). The unit
comes with a soft vinyl carrying case.
Specifications
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Maximum alternating current (AC) input1,000 ampMaximum AC voltage
input600 volts (V)Maximum direct current (DC) voltage
input600VMaximum resistance detected40 megaohmsMaximum
capacitance detected3,000 microfaradsPower supply3V IEC-CR2032
coin battery (one, installed)Standards met and
certificationsEuropean Normal (EN); International
Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) and EN safety standard 61010-1;
European Conformity (CE); Underwriters Laboratories (UL)Weight0.5
lb./220 gMeter dimensions8.8 x 3.1 x 1.6 inches/224 x 78 x 40 mm
(H x W x D)
H is height, the vertical distance from the lowest to highest
point; W is width, the horizontal distance from left to right; D
is depth, the horizontal distance from front to back.
Clamp meters (also called clamp-on meters) measure electrical
current without cutting through wires or touching or interrupting
the electrical circuit. Available in handheld or benchtop models,
clamp meters diagnose problems in electrical equipment, wiring,
and power supplies. The meter's current clamp has two jaws that
fit around a conductor to take measurements. All clamp meters
test for current. Some come with test leads and inputs for
measuring voltage, capacitance, and resistance. They display
information either in analog or digital form. Factors that
influence meter choice include the electrical properties to be
measured, the anticipated range of results, and the desired level
of protection against transient voltages determine meter choice.
Safety ratings are based on the International Electrotechnical
Commission's (IEC) standards for low-voltage test equipment. IEC
61010 delineates four overvoltage installation categories. In
general, a meter with a category IV rating will provide more
protection against transient voltages than a meter with a lower
category rating.
Amprobe manufactures electrical testing equipment for commercial,
industrial, and home use. The company was founded in 1948 and is
headquartered in Everett, WA.
What’s in the Box?
* ACD-6 Pro average-sensing digital clamp multimeter
* (1) Test lead set
* (1) 3V coin battery (installed)
* Soft vinyl carrying case
* Instructions