New Electricians Kit covers all domestic and commercial installation test requirements

The Fluke 1652B Series ensures that fixed wiring is safe and correctly installed to meet the latest BS7671 17th Edition wiring regulations as well as IEC 60364 and HD 384. It builds on the rugged performance of the earlier 1650 Series, but it has been redesigned to make testing even more productive. It now shows two measurements at once on a dual display. This can show PEFC/PSC and loop impedance results in parallel, negating the requirement to run the tests separately and more than halving the test time of other loop testers. The Fluke 1652B also features an additional new high-current loop test which gives extremely fast measurements when testing in circuits where no RCDs are being used. It offers both non-trip and this new high current test so the user can select depending on the application. In addition there is fast voltage measurement between L-N, L-PE and N-PE using the mains cord, with no need to change measurement connections.

An Earth Volt Touchpad detects earth voltages raised above 50V to indicate potentially dangerous situations. The instruments are supplied as standard with fused test leads to comply with HSE Guidance note GS38. These latest leads from Fluke have gold plated contacts to ensure reliability and repeatability of testing.

For ease of use, a rotary dial clearly indicates which function is selected, and provides access to all functions in one place to avoid complex multi-level menus, so that even after a long period of non-use the Fluke 1652B remains intuitive to use. A large display with backlight uses clear symbols and has an exceptionally wide viewing angle for easy and safe readings. There is a PASS/FAIL indication for RCD test results, and a variable RCD current mode for customised settings. It is compact, lightweight (less than 1.2 kg) and has a padded neck-strap to free testers’ hands for testing. A slim probe with test button supplied with the 1652B enables initiation of a test without the need to access or refer to the front panel when probing hard to reach points.

The Fluke 1652B has detachable standard 4-mm leads that can be replaced if damaged or lost, and require no customised special connectors. A durable hard case protects the instrument in tough field conditions. A Zero Adapter ensures easy, reliable and accurate test lead and mains cord compensation. The adapter can be used for all kinds of mains plugs and test accessories like probes and alligator clips.