BORMANN BDC3000 Digital Clamp Current Meter User Manual

BORMANN BDC3000 Digital Clamp Current Meter User Manual

Description of main parts

1. Transformer Jaws
2. Electric torch
3. Alarm indicator
4. Trigger
5. Function/Rotary Switch
6. Back Light Button
7. Select Button
8. MAX Button
9. Hold Button and Electric Torch
10. Range Button
11. Display
12. COM Input Jack
13. Input Connect
14. NCV Sensor

Read this owners manual thoroughly before use

Safety instructions

Warning

To avoid possible electric shock or personal injury, and to avoid possible damage to the Meter or to the equipment under test, adhere to the following rules:

1. Before using the Meter inspect the case. Do not use the Meter if it is damaged or the case (or part of the case) is removed. Look for cracks or missing plastic. Pay attention to the insulation around the connectors.
2. Inspect the test leads for damaged insulation or exposed metal. Check the test leads for continuity.
3. Do not apply more than the rated voltage, as marked on the Meter, between the terminals or between any terminal and grounding.
4. The rotary switch should be placed in the right position and no any changeover of range shall be made during measurement is conducted to prevent damage of the Meter.
5. When the Meter working at an effective voltage over 60V in DC or 30V rms in AC, special care should be taken for there is danger of electric shock.
6. Use the proper terminals, function, and range for your measurements.
7. Do not use or store the Meter in an environment of high temperature, humidity, explosive, inflammable and strong magnetic field. The performance of the Meter may deteriorate after dampened.
8. When using the test leads, keep your fingers behind the finger guards.
9. Disconnect circuit power and discharge all high-voltage capacitors before testing resistance, continuity or diodes.
10. Replace the battery as soon as the battery indicator appears. With a low battery, the Meter might produce false readings that can lead to electric shock and personal injury.
11. Remove the connection between the testing leads and the circuit being tested, and turn the Meter power off before opening the Meter case.
12. When servicing the Meter, use only the same model number or identical electrical specifications replacement parts.
13. The internal circuit of the Meter shall not be altered at will to avoid damage of the Meter and any accident.
14. Soft cloth and mild detergent should be used to clean the surface of the Meter when servicing. No abrasive and solvent should be used to prevent the surface of the Meter from corrosion, damage and accident.
15. The Meter is suitable for indoor use.
16. Turn the Meter power off when it is not in use and take out the battery when not using for a long time. Constantly check the battery as it may leak when it has been using for some time, replace the battery as soon as leaking appears. A leaking battery will damage the Meter.

Panel Description

1. Transformer Jaws: Pick up the AC Current flowing through the conductor.
2. Electric torch: Illuminate an area of work when it is on.
3. Alarm indicator: The indicator is lit when the meter is closer the alive wire.
4. Trigger: Press the level to open the transformer jaws when the finger press on the level is released the jaws will close again.
5. Function/ rotary Switch: This switch can be used to select desired function and range.
6. Back light button: Press the button, backlight is on. Press the button again backlight is off.
7. Select button: Press this button to select ,  or V measuring function when the function switch is set at corresponding range position.
8. MAX button: Press this button to display the maximum and minimum values in the current measurement process.
9. Hold button and electric torch: Press this button quickly, LCD will show the last reading, and “H” symbol will appear till pushed again. Data holding will be cancelled automatically when the function switch is rotated. Press the button than 2 seconds, flash light is on, press the button than 2 seconds again. Flash light is turned off.
10. Range button: Press this button to select a range suitable for testing. for example 2/20A position.
11. Display: 3 5/6 digital LCD.
12. COM Input Jack: Low input for all voltage, resistance, and continuity measurement will accept banana plugs.
13. Input Connect: High insulation resistance input for all voltage, resistance, and continuity, etc measurement will accept banana plugs. Such as frequency duty cycle. The temperature sensor may input here in addition.
14. NCV sensor: Can sense the strong electric field, lights the NCV indicator LED.

Specifications

DC Voltage (Auto ranging)

Input Impedance: 10MΩ
Overload Protection: 600V DC/AC rms
Max. Input voltage: 600V DC

AC Voltage (Auto ranging)

Input Impedance: 10MΩ
Frequency Range: 40Hz ~ 400Hz
Overload Protection: 600V DC/AC rms
Response: Average, calibrated in rms of sine wave
Max. Input voltage : 600V AC rms

Resistance (Auto ranging)

Open Circuit Voltage: about 0.25V
Overload Protection: 250V DC/AC rms
Frequence (Auto Ranging) (only2015B)

Duty Cycle

For value between 10% and 90% duty cycle at 50Hz

AC Current (Auto ranging)

±(3.0% of rdg + 5dgts)

200-600A| 1A

Measuring voltage drop: 200mV
Frequency Range: 40 to 200Hz
Temperature (only 2015B)

150°C~1370°C:±(2.5% + 4)
-40 ~ 2000°F| 1°F| -40°F~302°F:±(5% + 4)
3°F~2000°F:±(2.5% + 4)

Input Impedance: 10MΩ
Frequency Range: 40Hz ~ 400Hz
Response: Average, calibrated in rms of sine wave
Max. Input voltage: 600V AC rms
Overload Protection: 250V DC/AC rms

Diode and Continuity

| The approximate for- ward voltage drop will be displayed| Open circuit voltage: about 1.5V

| The built-in buzzer will sound if the resistance is less than about 30Ω.| Open circuit voltage: about 0.5V

1. Overload Protection: 250V DC/AC rms
2. For continuity test: When the resistance is between 30Ω and 100Ω, the buzzer may sound or may not sound. When the resistance is more than 100Ω, the buzzer won’t sound.

Capacitance (Auto Ranging)

60nF/600nF/6uF
60uF/60mF(15Sec)| ±(5.0% of rdg + 8dgts)
Technical Data

DCV| 0-600V ±1.0%
ACV| 0-600V ±1.2%
ACA| 2-20-200-600A ±2.0%
OHM| 400-4K-40K-400K-4M-40MΩ ±1.0%

Operating instructions

Measuring Voltage

1. Connect the BLACK test lead to the “COM” jack and the RED to the “INPUT” jack.

2. Set the function switch to V range position.

3. Connect the test leads across the source or load to be measured.

4. Press the SEL button, to select V or V range

5. Read LCD display. The polarity of the RED lead connection will be indicated when making a DC measurement.
   Note:

   • In small range, the meter may display an unstable reading when the test leads have not been connected to the load to be measured. It is normal and will not affect the measurements.
   • To avoid damage to the meter, don’t measure a voltage which exceeds 600Vdc (for DC voltage measurement) or 600Vac (for AC voltage measurement).

Measuring Current

1. Set Function/Range Switch to the A~ range.
2. Press the trigger to open the transformer jaws and clamp one conductor only it is impossible to make measurements when two or three conductors are clamped at the same time.
3. Display reading is flowing the conductor AC current.

Measuring Resistance

1. Connect the BLACK test lead to the “COM” jack and the RED to the “INPUT” jack (Note: The polarity of the red test lead is positive “+”).

2. Set the range switch to Ω  or range position.

3. Connect the test leads across the load to be measured.

4. Read the reading on the display.
   Note:

   • For resistance measurements >1MΩ, the meter may take a few seconds to stabilize reading. This is normal for high-resistance measurement.
   • When the input is not connected, i.e. at open circuit, the symbol “OL” will be displayed as an over range indicator.
   • Before measuring in-circuit resistance, be sure that the circuit under test has all power removed and all capacitors are fully discharged.

Continuity Test

1. Connect the BLACK test lead to the “COM” jack and the RED to the “INPUT” jack (Note: The polarity of the red test lead is positive “+”).
2. Set the range switch to or range position.
3. Press the “SEL” Button to select continuity measurement mode, and the symbol “ ” will appear as an indicator.
4. Connect the test leads across the load to be measured.
5. If the circuit resistance is lower than about 30Ω, the built-in buzzer will sound.

Diode Test

1. Connect the BLACK test lead to the “COM” jack and the RED to the “INPUT” jack (Note: The polarity of the red test lead is positive “+”).
2. Set the range switch to or   range position.
3. Press the “SELECT” Button to select continuity measurement mode, and the symbol “ ” will appear as an indicator.
4. Connect the red test lead to the anode of the diode to be tested and the black test lead to the cathode.
5. The meter will show the approximate forward voltage of the diode. If the connections are reversed, “OL” will be shown on the display.Measuring Temperature

Diode Test

1. Set the function range switch at the °C or TEMP position.

2. Make sure the polarity of the thermocouple is correct; put the cold end (free end) of the thermocouple sensor into the terminal (black to COM jack and red to VΩ jack).

3. Set the working end (testing end) on or inside the object under test.

4. The value of the temperature is shown on the display in degree centigrade (°C).
   NOTE:

   • The testing temperature is displayed automatically when the thermonuclear is put into the testing holes.
   • The surrounding temperature is shown when the circuit of the sensor is cut off.
   • The limit temperature measured by the thermocouple given together with the instrument is 250°C; 300°C is acceptable within short period.

Measuring Temperature

1. Set the function range switch at the °C or TEMP position.

2. Make sure the polarity of the thermocouple is correct; put the cold end (free end) of the thermocouple sensor into the terminal (black to COM jack and red to VΩ jack).

3. Set the working end (testing end) on or inside the object under test.

4. The value of the temperature is shown on the display in degree centigrade (°C).
   NOTE:

   • The testing temperature is displayed automatically when the thermocouple is put into the testing holes.
   • The surrounding temperature is shown when the circuit of the sensor is cut off.
   • The limit temperature measured by the thermonuclear given together with the instrument is 250°C; 300°C is acceptable within short period.

NCV test

1. Set the rotary switch to “NCV” position, LCD display “EF “.
2. Close the front end of the clamp to the measured socket.
3. When NCV detects AC voltage between 90v to 10v sound and light alarms at the same time. Distinguish live and neutral wires: Not sound and light alarmed when detecting neutral wire,
4. Sound and light alarmed when detecting live wire.
   Caution: Do not input voltage at NCV mode.
   Sound and alarm may appear in the meter when there is a strong electric field in the surrounding environment. It is possible to make an error alarm.
   At NVC position, press the backlight button and the NCV indicator LED is lit, which is normal.
   Warning: Be cautions of electrical when detecting high voltage. NCV range: 90-1000v.

Frequency measurement of ACA (only 2015B)

1. Set the rotary switch to Hz% A~ position.
2. Press HZ% key to select frequency/cycle measurement function.
3. Same as the operation method of measuring AC current.
4. Read the result from the LCD.

Frequency measurement of ACV (only 2015B)

1. Set the rotary switch to Hz%  V position
2. Press Hz% key to select frequency/cycle measurement function.
3. Same as the operation method of measuring V~.
4. Read the result from the LCD. The result is the frequency of the AC voltage being tested.

Use of electric torch

1. In a dark environment, the electric torch function of the meter can be used.
2. Press HOLD key more then 2 seconds, and the flashlight installed in the front end of the meter will be turned on.
3. Press HOLD key more then 2 seconds again, the electric torch function will be turned off.
4. Electric torch function is more power consumption, it is recommended not to use for a long time.

Auto Power Off

If you don’t operate the meter for about 15 minutes, it will turn off automatically. To turn on it again, just rotate the range switch or press a button. If you press the “SEL” button to arouse the meter after it turns off automatically, the automatic power-off function will be disabled.

Battery Replacement

If the sign “ ” appear on the display, it indicates battery should be replaced. Remove screws and open the back case, replace the exhausted battery with new batteries (Size AAA, 1.5V x3 or equivalent).

Electrical Symbols

 DC (Direct Current)
 AC (Alternating Current)
 DC or AC
 Important safety information (refer to the manual)
 Dangerous voltage maybe present
 Earth ground
 Low battery
 Diode
Continuity test
 Centigrade
 Auto range
 Conforms to European Union directive
 Double insulated
 NCV test
 electric torch
 Non-contact test frequency

The manufacturer reserves the right to make minor changes to product design and technical specifications without prior notice unless these changes significantly affect the performance and safety of the products.

The parts described / illustrated in the pages of the manual that you hold in your hands may also concern other models of the manufacturer’s product line with similar features and may not be included in the product you just acquired.

Please note that our equipment has not been designed for use in commercial, trade or industrial applications. Our warranty will be voided if the machine is used in commercial, trade or industrial businesses or for equivalent purposes.

To ensure the safety and reliability of the product and the warranty validity, all repair, inspection, repair or replacement work, including maintenance and special adjustments, must only be carried out by technicians of the authorized service department of the manufacturer.

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