BAUR Frida VLF Cable Diagnostics Test Set
The BAUR Frida VLF Cable Diagnostics Test Set is a very low frequency tester designed for verifying the condition of medium-voltage cables and electrical equipment (up to 20kV) such as generators, transformers and switchgear. The BAUR Frida VLF Cable Diagnostics Test Set can also be used for cable sheath testing and can measure partial discharge when used with BAUR’s PD-TaD 62 Diagnostics System (NOT included).
The BAUR Frida VLF Cable Diagnostics Test Set will test cables according to DIN VDE 0276-620/621 (CENELEC HD 620/621), IEEE 400-2012, IEEE 400.2-2013, IEC 60060-3. It is capable of performing cable sheath tests in accordance with IEC 60502/ IEC 60229 and voltage withstand tests in accordance with IEEE 433.
Very low frequency testing allows the user to locate faults in plastic- and paper-insulated, mass-impregnated cables. The BAUR Frida VLF Cable Diagnostics Test Set can locate faults quickly and without affecting the quality of the surrounding material.
The BAUR Frida VLF Cable Diagnostics Test Set features truesinus® test technology which provides a load-independent, reproducible, sinusoidal and continuous high voltage. VLF truesinus® facilitates reliable voltage tests as well as accurate dissipation factor and partial discharge measurements; it ensures that results are repeatable and comparable.
The BAUR Frida VLF Cable Diagnostics Test Set’s dissipation factor diagnostics with 0.1Hz truesinus® provides differentiated information pertaining to the ageing of paper-insulated, mass-impregnated cables and PE/XLPE cables. This allows the user to prioritise cable replacement as, when used to verify the condition of PE/XLPE cables, the dissipation factor differentiates between new, slightly or severely ‘water-tree’-damaged cables.
The BAUR Frida VLF Cable Diagnostics Test Set has a maximum test voltage of 24 kVrms/ 34 kVpeak and can provide voltage shapes including VLF truesinus®, VLF square and DC voltage. The BAUR Frida VLF Cable Diagnostics Test Set supports automatic testing and diagnostic sequences. It is quick and easy to setup.
Additionally, data can be transferred via a USB interface and managed using an Excel-based Diagnostic Reporter application.
Finally, this compact and lightweight cable fault locator features an automatic discharge unit.
The BAUR Frida VLF Cable Diagnostics Test Set is a precise, portable and powerful high-voltage testing and diagnostics instrument optimised for cable, cable sheath and electrical equipment testing.
BAUR Frida VLF Cable Diagnostics Test Set Key Features
- Very low frequency tester for verifying the condition of medium-voltage cables and electrical equipment up to 20kV
- Test generators, transformers and switchgear
- Cable sheath testing
- Measure partial discharge when used with BAUR’s PC-TaD 62 Diagnostics System (NOT included)
- Test cables according to DIN VDE 0276-620/621 (CENELEC HD 620/621), IEEE 400-2012, IEEE 400.2-2013, and IEC 60060-3
- Perform cable sheath tests in accordance with IEC 60502/ IEC 60229
- Perform voltage withstand tests on electrical equipment in accordance with IEEE 433
- Locate faults in plastic- and paper-insulated, mass-impregnated cables
- Locate faults quickly without affecting the quality of the surrounding material
- truesinus® provides a load-independent, reproducible, sinusoidal and continuous high voltage
- VLF truesinus® facilitates reliable voltage tests as well as accurate dissipation factor and partial discharge measurements
- VLF truesinus® ensures results are repeatable and comparable
- Dissipation factor diagnostics with 0.1Hz truesinus® provides differentiated information pertaining to the ageing of cables
- Dissipation factor indicates whether PE/XLE cables are new, slightly or severely ‘water-tree’ damaged
- Maximum test voltage: 24 kVrms/ 34 kVpeak
- Voltage shapes: VLF truesinus®, VLF square and DC voltage
- Automatic testing and diagnostic sequences
- Quick and easy to setup
- Transfer data via a USB interface
- Automatic discharge unit
- Compact and lightweight
- A precise, portable and powerful high-voltage testing and diagnostics instrument
What’s Included?
- BAUR Frida VLF Cable Diagnostics Tester
- HV Connection Cable, 5m (fix mounted)
- GDR 40-136 Discharge and Earth Rod
- Earth Cable, 5m, with Earth Terminal
- Mains Supply Cord, 2.5m
- Diagnostic Reporter and Video Tutorial on USB Drive
- User Manual
- Pocket Guide
Available Methods and Combinations of Methods
The BAUR Frida VLF Cable Diagnostics Test Set has a sister product, the BAUR Frida TD VLF Cable Diagnostics Test Set. The table below details the measurement/ test capabilities of these instruments when used independently and/or in conjunction with the BAUR PD-TaD 62 Diagnostics System.
| Method | Significance and Benefits | BAUR equipment |
| VLF testing | Easy voltage test (Verdict: Pass / Fail) | frida |
| tan δ measurement | Evaluation of the dielectric condition of the insulation, indication of PD | frida TD |
| PD test | Diagnostics of local weak points and their location | frida & PD-TaD 62 |
| Simultaneous tan δ and PD measurement | Combination of statements of a tan δ measurement and PD measurement | frida TD & PD-TaD 62 |
| Shorter test duration with simultaneous tan δ and PD measurement | ||
| Better detection of hidden faults (e.g. moist joints) through conditioning of weak points and simultaneous monitoring of tan δ values and PD activities |
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| MWT with tan δ | Evaluation of the dielectric condition of the insulation, indication of PD | frida TD & PD-TaD 62 |
| Intelligent withstand voltage test | ||
| Shorter test duration for cables in good condition | ||
| VLF cable testing with parallel PD test | Localisation of faults in the cable insulation | frida & PD-TaD 62 |
| Intelligent withstand voltage test | ||
| Full MWT (VLF cable testing with parallel dissipation factor and partial discharge testing) |
Evaluation of the dielectric condition of the insulation, indication of PD | frida TD & PD-TaD 62 |
| Localisation of faults in the cable insulation | ||
| Intelligent withstand voltage test with shorter test duration for cables in good condition | ||
| Shorter test duration with simultaneous tan δ and PD measurement | ||
| Better detection of hidden faults (e.g. moist joints) through conditioning of weak points and simultaneous monitoring of tan δ values and PD activities |
BAUR Frida VLF Cable Diagnostics Test Set Technical Specifications
| Output Voltage | |
| Frequency range | 0.01 – 0.1 Hz |
| VLF truesinus® | 1 – 24 kVrms (34 kVpeak) |
| VLF square wave voltage | 1 – 34 kV |
| DC voltage | ±1 – 34 kV |
| Resolution | 0.1 kV |
| Accuracy | 1% |
| Load range (VLF testing) | 1 nF – 8 μF |
| Output Current | |
| Measurement range | 0 – 14 mA |
| Resolution | 1 µA |
| Accuracy | 1% |
| Max. capacitive load | 0.5 μF at 0.1 Hz, 24 kVrms / 34 kVpeak |
| 1 μF at 0.05 Hz, 24 kVrms / 34 kVpeak |
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| 8 μF at 0.01 Hz, 18 kVrms / 25 kVpeak |
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| Diagnostic Reporter | Used to process and evaluate test and measurement logs, based upon MS Excel, version from MS Excel 2007 |
| General | |
| Input voltage | 100 – 260 V, 50/60 Hz |
| Power consumption | Max. 300 VA |
| Reverse voltage protected | up to 13 kV |
| Degree of protection | IP54 (in closed state) |
| Data interface | USB 2.0 |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 438 x 456 x 220 mm |
| Weight (incl. HV test lead) |
Approx. 22 kg |
| Ambient temperature (operational) |
-10°C to +50°C |
| Storage temperature | -20°C to +60°C |
| Safety and EMC | CE-compliant in accordance with Low Voltage Directive (2014/35/EU), EMC Directive (2014/30/EU), EN 60068-2-ff Environmental testing |
| User interface available in 13 languages |
Czech, Chinese (CN), Chinese (TW), Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish |
| SKU | FRIDA |
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| Manufacturer Part Code | FRIDA |
