AMPROBE Non-Contact Voltage Probe User Manual

: June 7, 2024
: AMPROBE

Table of Contents

Non-Contact Voltage Probe
SYMBOLS
SAFETY INFORMATION
FEATURES
APPLICATIONS
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Testing receptacle:
BATTERY REPLACEMENT & CARE
Cleaning
References
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NCV-1000 Series
Non-Contact Voltage Probe
User Manual

Limited Warranty and Limitation of Liability
Your Amprobe product will be free from defects in material and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase unless local laws require otherwise. This warranty does
not cover fuses, disposable batteries, or damage from accident, neglect, misuse, alteration, contamination, or abnormal conditions of operation or handling. Resellers are not authorized to extend any other warranty on the behalf of Amprobe. To obtain service during the warranty period, return the product with proof of purchase to an authorized Amprobe Service Center or to an Amprobe dealer or distributor. See Repair Section for details. THIS WARRANTY IS YOUR ONLY REMEDY. ALL OTHER WARRANTIES – WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED, OR STATUTORY – INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR MERCHANTABILITY, ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED.
MANUFACTURER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LOSSES, ARISING FROM ANY CAUSE OR THEORY. Since some states or countries do not allow the exclusion or limitation of an implied warranty or of incidental or consequential damages, this limitation of liability may not apply to you.

Repair
All Amprobe returned for warranty or non-warranty repair or for the calibration should be accompanied by the following:
your name, company’s name, address, telephone number, and proof of purchase. Additionally, please include a brief description of the problem or the service requested and
include the test leads with the meter. Non-warranty repair or replacement charges should be remitted in the form of a check, a money order, a credit card with an expiration date, or a purchase order made payable to Amprobe.
In-warranty Repairs and Replacement – All Countries
Please read the warranty statement and check your battery before requesting repair. During the warranty period, any defective test tool can be returned to your Amprobe distributor for an exchange for the same or like the product.
Please check the “Where to Buy” section on amprobe.com for a list of distributors near you. Additionally, in the United States and Canada, in-warranty repair and replacement units can also be sent to an Amprobe Service Center (see address below).

Non-warranty Repairs and Replacement – the United States and Canada
Non-warranty repairs in the United States and Canada should be sent to an Amprobe Service Center. Call Amprobe or inquire at your point of purchase for current repair and
replacement rates.

USA:
Amprobe Everett, WA 98203
Tel: 877-AMPROBE (267-7623)

Canada:
Amprobe
Mississauga, ON L4Z 1X9
Tel: 905-890-7600

Non-warranty Repairs and Replacement – Europe
European non-warranty units can be replaced by your BehaAmprobe distributor for a nominal charge. Please check the

“Where to Buy” section on beha-amprobe.com for a list of distributors near you.
Beha-Amprobe
Division and reg. trademark of Fluke Corp. (USA)
Germany*
In den Engematten 14
79286 Glottertal
Germany
Phone: +49 (0) 7684 8009 – 0
beha-amprobe.de

United Kingdom
52 Hurricane Way
Norwich, Norfolk
NR6 6JB United Kingdom
Phone: +44 (0) 1603 25 6662
beha-amprobe.com

The Netherlands – Headquarters*
Science Park Eindhoven 5110
5692 EC Son
The Netherlands
Phone: +31 (0) 40 267 51 00
beha-amprobe.com
(Correspondence only – no repair or replacement available from this address. European customers, please contact your distributor.)
**single contact address in EEA Fluke Europe BV

Non-Contact Voltage Probe

AMPROBE Non-Contact Voltage Probe - AMPROBE Non-
Contact Voltage Probe - 2

Probe tip with voltage sensor, magnetic sensor (NCV-1040-EUR only), and indication.
Finger guard
Power ON/OFF / range selection (NCV-1030 and 1040 only)
Light button (NCV-1030 and 1040 only)
Battery cap
Flashlight (NCV-1030 and 1040 only)
Voltage range

SYMBOLS

| Caution! Risk of electric shock
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| Caution! Refer to the explanation in this instruction sheet
| Double insulated
| Equipment is for measurements performed at the source of a low voltage installation (i.e. electrical meters and measurements on primary overcurrent protection devices and ripple control units)
| Battery
| Solid particle protection: dust-tight IP6x
| Liquid ingress protection: water jets IPx5
| Do not dispose of this product as unsorted municipal waste-contact a qualified recycler
| Complies with European Directives
| Canadian Standards Association (NRTUC)
| Conforms to relevant Australian standards
| Conforms to relevant South Korean EMC Standards

For Use by Competent Persons
Anyone using this instrument should be knowledgeable and trained about the risks involved with measuring voltage, especially in an industrial setting, and the importance of taking safety precautions. The instrument should be tested before and after use to ensure that it is in good working condition.

SAFETY INFORMATION

Warning4 Warning
To prevent possible electrical shock, fire, or personal injury:

If the Tester is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, protection provided by the Tester may be affected.
Test on a known live source within the rated AC voltage range of the product both before and after use to ensure the Tester is in good working condition.
When using the Tester, the voltage may be present even if the tip does not glow. The tester indicates active voltage in the presence of electrostatic fields of sufficient strength generated from the source voltage. If the field strength is low, the Tester may not provide an indication of live voltage. Lack of an indication occurs if the Tester is unable to sense the presence of voltage which may be influenced by several factors including, but not limited to:
– Position of the earth conductors in the environment under test
– Shielded wire/cables
– Thickness and type of insulation
– Distance from the voltage source
– Fully-isolated users that prevent an effective ground
– Receptacles in recessed sockets/differences in socket design
– Condition of the Tester and batteries
The Tester is not the appropriate tool to check for the absence of voltage. Use a voltage tester, therefore.
Do not use the Tester if it appears damaged or is not operating properly. Closely examine the probe tip for cracks or breakage before use. If in doubt, have the Tester serviced.
Do not apply more than the rated voltage as marked on the Tester.
When operating the Tester, keep fingers behind the finger guard.
Do not use the Tester if it is not flashing upon power on.
Use caution with voltages above 30 V AC as a shock hazard may exist.
Comply with local and national safety requirements.
Use proper protective equipment as required by local or national authorities.

FEATURES

The Amprobe NCV-1000 series Non-Contact Voltage (NCV) tester provides maximum safety and convenience for detecting AC voltage without interrupting electrical systems. Designed to conveniently fit in your shirt pocket, the NCV-1000 series tester performs in indoor and outdoor settings. Safety tested to the highest category measurement, CAT IV 1000 V, as well as IP65 water and dust resistant, the NCV-1000 series is fit for the toughest industrial applications.

Non-contact voltage detection up to 1000 V AC
Built-in flashlight (NCV-1030 and NCV-1040)
Water and dust resistant – IP65 rated
Audible (buzzer) and visual (LED) voltage indication
On/off switch
Auto power off (NCV-1030 and NCV-1040)
CAT IV 1000 V safety rated
Magnetic solenoid testing (NCV-1040)
Low battery indication (NCV-1030 and NCV-1040)

| NCV-1020| NCV-1030| NCV-1040
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NCV Default
range (AC)| 50 to 1000 V| 50 to 1000 V| 50 to 1000 V
NCV High
Sensitivity
range (AC)| | 12 to 50 V | 12 to 50 V
Magnetic
solenoid
testing| | | •

* Note: High sensitivity range is optimized for 12 to 50 V range with a maximum indication up to 1000 V. Using the tester above 50 V in high sensitivity range may affect polarity indication.
Your shipping carton includes a Tester, user manual, and 2 1.5 V AAA batteries (installed).

APPLICATIONS

Detects the presence of AC voltage in cables, circuit breakers, wall sockets, junction boxes, fuses, extension cords, and more.
Tests voltage through wire insulation.
Identifies cable breaks in wires, cords, and lighting systems connected in series.
Identifies polarity (line vs. neutral) of receptacles and cables. (Depending on the internal construction and dimension of receptacles in different countries this application may be influenced.)
Tests voltage without contact.
Safety CAT IV 1000 V is rated for a wide range of applications including industrial, commercial, and residential.
Water-resistant IP65 rated for indoor and outdoor use.
Magnetic solenoid detection to diagnose electromagnets and relays (NCV-1040 only).

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Turning the Tester ON

To turn the Tester on, momentarily press the ON/OFF button. A continual single flash visually indicates the Tester is active in the default voltage range (50 to 1000 V).
Press the ON/OFF button again to switch to high sensitivity range (12 to 50 V for NCV-1030 and NCV-1040 only). A continual double flash indicates the Tester’s sensitivity range is at the 12 to 50 V range.

Turning the Tester OFF
Press and hold the ON/OFF button for longer than two seconds to turn the Tester off. The absence of flash at the tip indicates the Tester is inactive.

Auto Power Off
To save battery life, the NCV-1030 and NCV-1040 are enabled with the automatic power-off feature.
The Tester will automatically power off after approximately 3 minutes of non- use.

Checking for the presence of AC Voltage
To test for the presence of AC voltage in a receptacle, insert the tip of the Tester. To test a wire, approach the wire with the tip of the Tester.
Switch between default (50 V to 1000 V AC) and high sensitivity (12 V to 50 V AC) voltage range detection by short pressing the ON/OFF button (NCV-1030 and 1040 only). The LED at the tip of the Tester will illuminate solid bright red and a buzzer will sound when AC voltage is detected. Note: High sensitivity range is optimized for 12 to 50 V range with a maximum indication up to 1000 V. Using the tester above 50 V in high sensitivity range may affect polarity indication.

When operating the Tester, keep fingers behind the finger guard.

Checking for the Magnetic Field (NCV-1040)
The NCV-1040 can test for a magnetic field in addition to AC voltage detection. A solid yellow LED will illuminate when a magnetic field is detected.
Note: If AC voltage and a magnetic field are detected simultaneously, the Tester will flash both red and yellow.

Testing receptacle:

AMPROBE Non-Contact Voltage Probe - Testing receptacle

Testing wire and cable breaks:

AMPROBE Non-Contact Voltage Probe - Testing wire and cable
breaks

Using the Flashlight
A flashlight is installed in the NCV-1030 and NCV-1040.
Activate the flashlight by pressing the button .
To switch OFF the flashlight press the button again.

SPECIFICATIONS

Operating Voltage Range| NCV-1020:
50-1000 Vac, 50-400 Hz
NCV-1030:
12-50 Vac, 50-1000 Vac, 50-400 Hz
NCV-1040:
12-50 Vac, 50-1000 Vac, 50-400 Hz
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Voltage Detection (default
range)/ sensitivity| LED and buzzer indications at approximately 5 mm (0.20 in) distance from a wire carrying 230 Vac
Detection of
Magnetic Field/
sensitivity| NCV-1040: approximately >2.5 mT
Measuring category| CAT IV 1000V
Ingress protection| IP65
Temperature Range| 32 °F to 104 °F (0 °C to 40 °C), s 80% RH
Storage Conditions| 14 °F to 104 °F (-10 °C to 40 °C), s 85% RH
Operating Altitude| s 6561 ft (2000 m)
Duty Cycle| Continuous
Power Supply| 2 x 1.5 V LRO3 AAA batteries
Current Consumption| Approximately 80 mA
Dimensions (LxW Hx)| 6.14 x 0.92 x 1.08 in (156.2 x 23.5 x 27.5 mm)
Weight
(with batteries installed)| NCV-1020: Approx. 0.12 lb (58 g) NCV-1030: Approx. 0.13 lb (60 g) NCV-1040: Approx. 0.136 lb (62 g)
Safety Compliance| IEC 61010-1 3rd Ed., UL 61010-1 3rd Ed., UL 61010-2-030, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No.61010-1-12, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-2-030-12 to CAT IV 1000 V, Pollution degree 2, IP65
EMC Compliance| IEC 61326-1
Korea (KCC): Class A Equipment (Industrial Broadcasting & Communication Equipment) [1] [1] This product meets the requirements for industrial (Class A) electromagnetic wave equipment and the seller or user should take notice of it. This equipment is intended for use in business environments and is not to be used in homes.
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Certifications|

BATTERY REPLACEMENT & CARE

Low Battery Indication
The NCV-1030 and NCV-1040 Testers provide a low battery indication in the form of a slowly blinking red LED upon power on when the battery level is low and the batteries should be replaced. At that point no voltage indication is possible.
The NCV-1020 does not provide the same indication; instead, batteries will need to be replaced when no LED appears upon power on.

Battery Replacement
To remove the battery cap, use the thumb grip to pull it upwards and outwards. Remove batteries and replace with (2) AAA 1.5 V alkaline batteries, noting the battery orientation as shown on the side of the tester. Replace the cap.

If the Tester will not be used for a long period of time, remove the batteries.

AMPROBE Non-Contact Voltage Probe -Battery Cap

Cleaning

The Tester can be cleaned with a mild solution of soapy water. Apply sparingly with a soft cloth and allow to dry completely before using. Do not use aromatic hydrocarbons, gasoline, or chlorinated solvents for cleaning.

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