Seaward Apollo 400+ PAT Tester - 5th Edition

The new Seaward Apollo 400+ is 2018’s relaunch of the ever-popular Apollo 400, designed to improve on the existing features as well as an update designed for both current and future Apollo users, meaning that these newly added benefits can be used by existing Apollo owners.

The 400+ provides a wide range of electrical safety tests suitable for any workplace testing requirements and ensures compliance with the IET 5^th Edition Code of Practice as well as point-to-point testing of fixed appliances. (Requires additional accessory)

Seawards Apollo 400+ has the ability to store up to 2000 records in its internal memory and is ideal for any carrying out mid-volume PAT Testing, the PAT Tester can perform the following tests:

• Low current earth continuity test
• Point-to-point testing (earth continuity and insulation resistance)*
• Insulation resistance test
• IEC lead test
• Protective conductor current test
• Touch current test
• Load power/current test
• Alternative leakage current test
• RCD test
• Power socket test

*For point-to-point testing, optional Accessory is required.

Please see the video below for an overview of the Seaward Apollo 400+ PAT Tester. 

What’s New?

Hardware Update

The hardware features of the Apollo haven’t deviated too much from the original hardware, but now feature an interchangeable rechargeable battery, meaning reduced downtime if you have a large number of appliances to test.

The tester will now be supplied with an additional wiring harness and removable battery

Firmware Update

The biggest change to the Apollo 400 is the new firmware update and the improved usability of the user interface, meaning the update has been specifically targeted to user’s needs.  

The Apollo 400+ updated features:

• New user permissions for Bluetooth
• Delete unwanted results
• Improved data view – Allows the user to sort data and can filter by a number of methods including PASS/Fail status
• A more advanced search function
• Automatically print test results option added to the ‘After test’ option
• ‘Worst’ or ‘Last’ has been added as an option to the leakage test
• Delete items from the predictive drop-down lists
• USB on-the-go technology means you can download directly to an Android device
• Name downloaded files with unique identifiers to find them easier
• Addition of a socket outlet test which measures main voltage and outlet wiring polarity
• The asset ID is now displayed on all test screens allowing you to keep track of what you are currently testing
• Review step – Check test details before making final comments

The accessories that come supplied with the tester have also been improved; the test leads now feature a stronger PVC insulation and sturdier probes for more demanding usage. 

Software

The Apollo 400+ is compatible with the new PAT guard 3.4 which now includes Time Manager (Software sold separately)

Key Features:

• Onboard storage for up to 2,000 appliance records
• Safety tests which ensure compliance with the IET 5th Edition Code of Practice
• Interchangeable rechargeable battery
• Create up to 25 user configurable electrical test and visual inspection sequences
• Point to point measurement (Rpe & IR) - needs an optional accessory
• Bluetooth, Scanner and Printer compatible
• Remote data transfer from field to the office
• High definition colour display
• Suitable for mid-volume PAT Testing
• Improved user interface for intuitive functionality and ease of use
• Full QWERTY Keyboard
• Easy to use - Plug & Play test sequences

Operating the Seaward Apollo+ PAT Testers

The following videos offer a brief introduction to using some of the Seaward Apollo+ PAT Testers' features. 

Switching on the Bluetooth Setting

Setting Up a Printer to Work with the Apollo+

Connecting a Printer to the Apollo+

Pairing a 1D Scanner with the Apollo+

Pairing a 2D Scanner with the Apollo+

Uploading a Company Logo to the Apollo+ for use on Printing Labels

Uploading a Background Image to the Apollo+

Changing the Background Image on the Apollo+

Deleting a Single Asset from the Apollo+

Deleting Test Results from the Apollo+

Confirming Firmware and Calibration Information on the Apollo+

Updating Firmware on the Apollo+

Factory Resetting the Apollo+

Whats Included?

• Apollo 400+
• Red Test Lead 1.2m with Alligator Clip
• IEC Extension Lead, 0.5m
• Black Mains Lead
• USB Download Lead
• UKAS Calibration Certificate
• Quick Start Guide