OT: Megohmeter recommendations?

[dploof23]

I am looking to purchase a megohmeter and I was wondering if anyone had any recommendations. I was looking at the Fluke 1520, which looks nice, but also looks a bit pricey.

Any thoughts would be appreciated.

Dave

 

[RDS]

We use one of these: http://www.instrumart.com/products/35160/megger-mit400-cat-iv-insulation-tester
Simple and not too expen$ive. I have no problems with it.

 

[dploof23]

We use one of these: http://www.instrumart.com/products/35160/megger-mit400-cat-iv-insulation-tester
Simple and not too expen$ive. I have no problems with it.

Thanks for the reply. That looks like a nice unit. The price is right in line with the Fluke units I was looking at. I would probably be inclined to go with the Fluke if I was going to spend that kind of money simply due to familiarity with the brand. I have a bunch of Fluke test equipment already and the stuff is rugged and reliable.

 

[califflash]

I use a fluke 1507. It seems in line as far as price and features with other offerings. I have been happy with it.

I shy away from the higher models like the 1587 since I already have meters that serve the functions that it adds.

 

[James Mcquade]

look at AVO Megger.
its about $650 last time I priced one 3 years ago.

regards,
james

 

[Tark]

Digital is nice but I still prefer my Amprobe AMC-2 crank meter. I've had it for 15 years.

 

[shooter]

it should be possible to generate 1000 volts.
i have two one cheapo, to use just for control and daily.
when i loose or drop/break it, no poroblem it was under 100 euro
the other is a fluke for certification as this one is calibrated.

 

[OkiePC]

+1 for the Fluke 1507.

 

[dploof23]

Thanks for all the replies.

I bid on a Fluke 1507 last night on ebay so we will see how that goes. I appreciate the input.

Dave

 

[BobB]

Kyoritsu for me.

 

[T Gibbs]

Biddle