Maintenance
Performance Test
Verify the probe accuracy by measuring a 25 kV dc ±0.25%
voltage source. When used with a compatible dc voltmeter, the
probe should measure the source with ±1% accuracy. No
calibration adjustments are provided.
Cleaning
Use a soft cloth dampened in distilled water to clean the 80K-40.
Never use solvents or abrasive cleaners. Make sure the 80K-40 is
dry before reuse.
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that software will operate substantially in accordance with its functional
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operate without interruption.
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purchase price, free of charge repair, or replacement of a defective
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80K-40
High Voltage Probe
Instruction Sheet
Introduction
The Model 80K-40 is a high voltage accessory probe designed to
extend the voltage measuring capability of an ac/dc voltmeter up
to 40,000 volts Overvoltage Category I. This means the probe can
only be used to make measurements on energy limited circuits
within equipment. Examples include high voltage within
televisions or photo copy machines. DO NOT use this probe to
measure high voltages on power distribution systems. The probe
is a precision 1000:1 voltage divider formed by two matched
resistors. The unusually high input impedance offered by these
resistors minimizes circuit loading and thereby, optimizes
measurement accuracy. A special plastic body houses the divider
and provides the user with isolation and protection from the
voltage being measured.
Specifications
The 80K-40 will achieve rated accuracy when used with a
voltmeter (ac or dc) having an input impedance of 10 MΩ ±1.0%.*
Specifications for the probe are as follows:
†Voltage Range: 1 kV to 40 kV dc or peak ac, 28 kV rms ac
Input Resistance: 1000 MΩ
Division Ratio: 1000: 1 (1000X attenuator)
Accuracy DC:
20 kV to 35 kV: ±1% at 20°C to 30°C; add 1% at 10°C
<20°C and >30°C to 45°C. (For total measurement accuracy
add accuracy specification of voltmeter being used.)
0 kV to <20 kV and >35 kV to 40 kV: ±2%.
Accuracy AC: 60 Hz, ±5%.
Safety: Meets IEC 1010-2-031:1993, Type B, 40 kV dc or, peak
ac, 28 kV rms ac, Overvoltage Category I (voltages derived from
limited energy transformer).
* The input impedance of Autoranging Fluke handheld digital
multimeters varies as a function of range. The only range that
deviates significantly from 10 MΩ is the 3V (Models 21, 23, 25,
27, 70, 73, 75, 77) or 4V (Models 10, 11, 12, 29, 79, 83, 85, 86,
87, 88) range where the impedance is 11.11 MΩ. To enhance the
measurement accuracy when using this range, apply a correction
factor of 0.99, i.e. multiply the displayed reading by .99.
† This probe is intended for low energy applications such as CRT
and similar circuits. Above 2000 meters altitude, and up to 5000
meters, derate linearly the working voltage from 40 kV peak to 28
kV peak, and derate linearly the transient overvoltage from 80 kV
peak to 57 kV peak. Transient overvoltage refers to micro-second
duration impulses caused by lightning or load switching. See
International Electrotechnical Commission Publication 664-1980,
Clause 3.9 Table II, and Appendix A.
Measurement Considerations
Before attempting to use the 80K-40, the following paragraphs
should be read and understood. Particular attention should be
given to Operator Safety.
PN 481978
January 1978, Rev.9, 3/97
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