Megger DET2/3 Earth Tester with a Choice of Accessories
The Megger DET2/3 Earth Tester is available in three models that differ only in regards to accessories supplied with the unit; the models available are:
- 1008-983: Megger DET2/3 Earth Tester with ETK100C Test Kit: the Megger ETK100C Test Kit consists of 100m reels, spikes and clamps; for a more detailed overview please see the ‘What’s Included?’ section
- 1008-963: Megger DET2/3 Earth Tester with ETK50C Test Kit: the Megger ETK50C Test Kit consists of 50m reels, spikes and clamps; for a more detailed overview please see the ‘What’s Included?’ section
- 1008-942: Megger DET2/3 Earth Tester with UK (BS1363) Mains Plug
The Megger DET2/3 Earth Tester can be used to measure earth electrode resistance and soil resistivity. It is optimised for testing complex earth systems, such as communications earth systems, and is able to test in accordance with BS 7430 earthing and grounding specifications, BS-EN-62305 lighting protection regulations and IEEE Standard 81. It is also suitable for railway applications.
Its high resolution of 1mΩ also makes the Megger DET2/3 Earth Tester ideal for verifying earth (ground) systems. The Megger DET2/3 Earth Tester is able to perform two-, three- and four-pole resistance tests; to this end, it includes an auto-ranging resistance range of 0.001Ω to 20.00kΩ. It is also equipped with an automatic frequency selection feature (resolution: 0.5Hz) that ascertains the frequency with the least noise and then runs the specified test at that frequency; this improves the accuracy of the Megger DET2/3 Earth Tester’s measurements. Moreover, this instrument is equipped with a Lead Null function that compensates for lead resistances of up to 10Ω, again improving the precision of the Megger DET2/3 Earth Tester’s readings: this instrument has an accuracy of ±3% (± 2 digits).
The Megger DET2/3 is particularly well suited to performing four-terminal resistance measurements that eliminate the resistance of the current circuit. It is also able to provide highly accurate results for soil resistivity tests, making it particularly useful for determining the optimum electrode design and site, as well as performing archaeological and geological investigations. The Megger DET2/3 Earth Tester also includes the capability to perform continuity tests at 200mA and has a measurement range of 0.01Ω to 1kΩ. Additionally, it can perform leakage current tests and has a measurement range of 0.00A to 2.00A.
The Megger DET2/3 Earth Tester’s test voltage, test frequency and filters can be easily adjusted allowing the user to tailor the instrument to the application, as well as improve its precision by compensating for adverse conditions. Its microprocessor-controlled system also adds to this instrument’s versatility and facilitates its ability to provide excellent error detection.
Measurements and test details are viewable via the Megger DET2/3 Earth Tester’s backlit, colour, 5.25-inch QWVGA display. This instrument is able to supply a live trace of the measurements allowing the user to view the amount of noise present in the system-under-test. This feature is of particular use to expert earth test engineers performing diagnostic tests.
Furthermore, the Megger DET2/3 Earth Tester’s processors and extensive internal memory facilitate its ability to calculate resistivity immediately (using either a Wenner or Schlumberger method). Moreover, its extensive memory ensures that the day's test results can be saved. Measurements may be downloaded from the tester to a USB flash drive, or to a PC with Megger’s PowerDB™ Software installed for further analysis.
To accompany its extensive testing and measurement capabilities, the Megger DET2/3 Earth Tester features a robust, weatherproof design making it suitable for use in rugged, outdoor environments and thereby expanding its scope-for-use. It has an IP rating of 54 with the case lid open and an IP rating of 65 with the lid closed. The Megger DET2/3 Earth Tester’s casing and lid are made of a tough and light copolymer polypropylene, ensuring that they are suitable for challenging outdoor environments.
Further to this, the Megger DET2/3 Earth Tester includes an internal Li-ion battery capable of providing up to ten hours of power; it can be quickly recharged in a matter of hours. It is also possible to power the Megger DET2/3 Earth Tester via a standard 12V DC battery supply, ensuring that downtime is kept to a minimum.
The Megger DET2/3 Earth Tester is a highly accurate, versatile and robust instrument suitable for performing precise earth electrode grid and soil resistivity tests. It is ideal for a variety of railway, lighting protection and earth/ grounding applications.
Megger DET2/3 Earth Tester Key Features
- Available in three models with different accessories
- 1008-983: Megger DET2/3 Earth Tester with ETK100C Test Kit
- 1008-963: Megger DET2/3 Earth Tester with ETK50C Test Kit
- 1008-942: Megger DET2/3 Earth Tester with UK (BS1363) Mains Plug
- Measure earth electrode resistance and soil resistivity
- Optimised for testing complex earth systems such as communications earth systems
- Test in accordance with BS 7430 earthing and grounding specifications, BS-EN-62305 lighting protection regulations and IEEE Standard 81
- Suitable for railway applications
- High resolution of 1mΩ makes it suitable for verifying earth (ground) systems
- Perform two-, three- and four-pole resistance tests
- Auto-ranging resistance range: 0.001Ω to 20.00kΩ
- Equipped with an automatic frequency selection (resolution 0.5Hz)
- Ascertains the frequency with the least noise and runs the selected test at that frequency
- Lead Null function: compensates for lead resistance up to 10Ω
- Accuracy: ±3% (±2 digits)
- Particularly well suited to performing four-terminal resistance tests that eliminate the resistance of circuit currents
- Provides highly accurate results for soil resistivity tests
- Determine the optimum electrode design
- Perform archaeological and geological investigations
- Perform continuity tests at 200mA
- Continuity range: 0.01Ω to 1kΩ
- Leakage current test: 0.00A to 2.00A
- Test voltage, test frequency and filters can be easily adjusted
- The microprocessor-controlled system improves the instrument’s versatility and provides excellent error detection
- Backlit, colour, 5.25-inch QWVGA display
- View a live trace of the measurements via the display in order to see the amount of noise present in the system-under-investigation
- Measurements and test details are indicated on the display
- Can calculate resistivity immediately using either a Wenner or Schlumberger method
- Extensive internal memory with the capacity to save an entire day’s results
- Download results to a flash drive
- Download results to a PC with Megger’s Power DB™ Software installed
- Robust, weatherproof design
- IP54 with the lid off
- IP65 with the lid on
- Constructed from a tough and light copolymer polypropylene
- Suitable for rugged, outdoor environments
- Internal Li-ion battery capable of providing up to 10 hours of power
- Internal Li-ion battery can be recharged within three hours
- Can be powered using a 12V DC battery
- An accurate, versatile and robust instrument suitable for precise earth electrode grid and soil resistivity tests
- Ideal for a variety of railway, lighting protection and earth/ grounding applications
What’s Included?
The Megger DET2/3 Earth Tester with your choice of accessories; please choose between the following kits:
- 1008-983: Megger DET2/3 Earth Tester with ETK100C Test Kit
- 1008-963: Megger DET2/3 Earth Tester with ETK50C Test Kit
- 1008-942: Megger DET2/3 Earth Tester with UK (BS1363) Mains Plug
For an overview of the items included in each kit, please see the following table.
| Products | Megger DET2/3 Earth Tester with UK (BS1363) Mains Plug | Megger DET2/3 Earth Tester with ETK50C Test Kit | Megger DET2/3 Earth Tester with ETK100C Test Kit |
| DET2/3 Earth Tester | X | X | X |
| Charger | X | X | X |
| UK BS1363 Mains Plug | X | ||
| MCC1010 Current Clamp | X | X | |
| MVC1010 Voltage Clamp | X | X | |
| User Guide | X | X | X |
| Calibration Checker | X | X | X |
| Calibration Checker Clamps | X | X | |
| Reel with 50m Test Cable (x2) | X | ||
| Reel with 30m Test Cable (x2) | X | ||
| Reel with 100m Test Cable (x2) | X | ||
| Reel with 60m Test Cable (x2) | X | ||
| Test Spikes (x4) | X | X | |
| 100m Tape Measure | X | ||
| 1.4m Leads with Connections and Clips (x2) | X | X | |
| Pouch | X | X | X |
| Carry Strap | X | X | X |
Megger DET2/3 Earth Tester Technical Specifications
| 2, 3 and 4 pole resistance measurements | |
| Range | 0.001 Ω to 20.00 kΩ auto range |
| Display | Four digit display |
| Accuracy | at 23 °C |
| ±0.5% of reading ±2 digits | |
| 3P: ±10 mΩ | |
| 2P: ±20 mΩ | |
| Operational uncertainty | ±2% of reading, ±2 digits (meets IEC61557 operational uncertainty requirement with readings over 10 mΩ) when spike resistances are below 100 Ω |
| ±5% of reading, ±2 digits ±10 mΩ (meets IEC61557 operational uncertainty requirement with readings over 50 mΩ) | |
| Test standards | BS 7430 (Earthing) |
| BS 62305 (Lightning) | |
| BS EN50122 (Railway) | |
| IEEE Standard 81 | |
| Test frequency 2P, 3P & 4P resistivity | 10 Hz to 200 Hz in steps of 0.5 Hz |
| Test frequency dual clamp, 3p ART & 4P ART | 70 Hz to 200 Hz (steps of 0.5 Hz) |
| Test current | 50 mA max |
| Maximum output voltage | Less than 50 V rms |
| Maximum interference | Up to 50 V pk to pk |
| 3 and 4 pole ART (selective) resistance measurements | |
| Range | 0.01 Ω to 10.00 kΩ Auto range |
| Accuracy | ±5% of reading ±3 digits at 23 °C ±2 °C |
| Stakeless resistance measurement | |
| Range | 0.01 Ω to 200 Ω |
| Accuracy | ±7% accuracy, ±3 digits |
| Continuity | |
| Range | 0.01 Ω to 1 kΩ (3 digits) |
| Accuracy | ±3% (±2 digits) |
| Test Current | Up to 205 mA |
| Lead Null | < 10 Ω |
| Leakage Current | |
| Range | 0.00 A to 2.00 A |
| Accuracy | ±5% (±3 digits) |
| Instrument Specifications | |
| Display | 5.25-inch QWVGA, daylight viewable backlit colour |
| Operating temperature and humidity | -10 to 40 °C |
| 90% RH max at 40 °C | |
| Storage temperature | -20 to 60 °C |
| Temperature coefficient | < ±0.1% per °C over operating temp |
| Altitude | Up to 2000 m above sea-level. |
| IP rating | IP54 operational (lid open) |
| IP65 storage (lid closed) | |
| Measurement rating | CAT IV 300 V |
| Measurement output rating | ±50 V 1 A, ac or dc |
| Power supply | Internal Li-ion battery or external 12-18 V, 65 W, DC supply |
| Battery life | Up to 10 hrs use |
| Battery charging time | Fast recharge to 50%, 3 hrs for 100% |
| Ambient temperature (battery charge) | 0 - 40 ºC |
| Safety | Meets IEC 61010 |
| EMC | Meets IEC 61326 |
| Dimensions | L 315 x W 285 x H 181 mm (12.4 x 11.2 x 7.1 in) |
| Weight | 4.5 kg (9.9 lb) |
| Data download | To PC through USB 2.0 |
| Data storage | On board 500 record storage downloadable as *.txt |
| USB type A | Data download to USB drive |
| USB type B | Data download to PC |
| Secondary measurement display | Noise, voltage and current |
| Resistivity calculation |
Wenner: PE = 2 π a RW Schlumberger: PE = π b (b+a) R / a |
| Test modes | Internally set 2P, 3P, ART (Selective), 4P, Stakeless (clamp) modes |
| Aux inputs | MCC1010, MVC1010 |
| RoHS compliant | Yes |
| SKU | 1008-9XX |
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| Manufacturer Part Code | 1008-942 |
