The Brymen BM198PV digital clamp meter is designed for PV power generation applications, where meters need to measure high DC voltages and deal with large inrush currents. The BM198PV has a CAT IV 1000V and CAT III 1500VDC rating and is also capable of measuring up to 2000A. The meter is equipped with a 55mm jaw to measure large conductors. It also has features such as high-voltage ACV measurements, EF-detection and the ability to measure the fundamental frequency and voltage of VFDs.
The CREST function of Brymen has also been optimised to perform short peak RMS measurements up to a time span of 5ms. In addition, the BM198PV can perform all standard measurements such as AC & DC True-RMS voltage and current, resistance (up to 6 levels), capacity, frequency and temperature. A BRUA-19X USB kit can also be ordered optionally with the BM198PV to connect the meter to a PC for storing measurement results.
| Models | BM197 | BM198PV |
|---|---|---|
| Max. DC Voltage | 1000 V | 1500 V |
| Price |
| Display resolution | 3 ⅚-digits, 6000 counts 3 ½-digits, 2000 counts for frequency |
| Measurement frequency | 5 measurements per second |
| Max. AC voltage | 1000 V |
| Max. AC current | 2000 A |
| Max. DC current | 2000 A |
| Max. resistance | 40 MΩ |
| Max. capacitance | 2000 µF |
| Frequency | 10 Hz - 1999 Hz |
| Temperature | -50 - 1000 °C |
| Other functions | Diode test, continuity test, VFD voltage and frequency, 5 ms Crest-MAX, Data Hold, Relative Zero, non-contact EF detection, probe-contact EF detection, and backlit LCD |
| Power supply | 2 x 1.5 V AA batteries |
| True-RMS | Yes |
| Data logging | Yes |
| Connectivity | USB (optional USB kit) |
| Jaw opening | 55 mm |
| Dimensions | 264 x 97 x 43 mm |
| Weight | 608 g |
The BM198PV comes with:
| BM198PV datasheet | Download | |
| BM190 series user manual | Download |