TPI 153 TPI (Test Products Int), TPI 153 Datasheet
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TPI 153
Manufacturer Part Number
TPI 153
Description
DMM AUTO-RANGE 4DIGIT
Manufacturer
TPI (Test Products Int)
Series
153r
Type
Digital (DMM)r
Datasheet
1.TPI_126.pdf
(2 pages)
Specifications of TPI 153
Includes
Battery, Test Leads
Style
Handheld
Display Digits
3.75
Display Type
LCD
Display Count
4000
Function
Voltage, Current, Resistance
Functions, Extra
Continuity, Diode Test
Features
Auto Off, Hold, Min/Max, Sleep
Ranging
Auto/Manual
Response
Average
Other names
290-1153
Test Products
International UK Ltd.
Longley House, East Park
Crawley, West Sussex
RH10 6AP England
Tel: +44 (0)1293 561212
Fax: +44 (0)1293813465
contactus@tpieurope.com
Test Products
International, Inc.
Headquarters:
9615 SW Allen Blvd.
Beaverton, OR 97005
USA
503-520-9197
Fax: 503-520-1225
email:
info@tpi-thevalueleader.com
Test Products
International, Ltd.
342 Bronte St. South
Unit 9
Milton, Ontario L9T
5B7
Canada
905-693-8558
Fax: 905-693-0888
email:
info@tpicanada.com
TPI offers a
complete line
of…
CO, Combustibles &
Combustion (CEA)
Refrigerant Leak
Detectors
Digital Manometers
Temperature Contact
& IR Instruments
IAQ: Air Flow /
Humidity
Handheld
Oscilloscopes
Digital Multimeters
& Clamp-on Meters
Accessories & Kits
Controls / Functions / International Symbols
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Push Buttons
REC
COMP
REL%
Range
EDIT
HOLD
ON/OFF
Data-H
Rotary Switch
V
V
A
~
A
OFF
mV
V
~
VHz
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Activates back light for LCD (automatically
turns off after approx. 70 sec.)
Activates the Min/Max/Ave mode
Activates the Compare mode
Activates the REL% mode
Activates manual ranging
Activates the EDIT mode for Compare and
Relative% functions
Activates two-hold data-hold mode
Activates special dual functions on LCD.
(Min/MAx time references)
Turns DMM on and off
Activates the data hold function
Selects the DCV function. Select the best
range for the voltage to be measured
Selects the ACV function. Select the best
range for the voltage to be measured
Selects the DCA function. Select the best
range for the current to be measured
Selects the ACA function. Select the best
range for current to be measured
Selects resistance, diode, or continuity
function
Turns the instrument off
Selects the DC mV function
Selects the DCV function
Selects the ACV function (Push the yellow
button to display frequency of measured
voltage on lower display
CAUTION: RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK
AC (ALTERNATION CURRENT)
DC (DIRECT CURRENT)
REFER TO INSTRUCTION MANUAL
To learn about the entire
line of TPI products visit:
Controls and Functions
International Symbols
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Rotary Switch cont’d
Ω
mA
A
~
A
mA
Hz
Input Jacks
A
mAµA
COM
V
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Selects the diode test function
Selects resistance function. (Push the
yellow button to activate continuity buzzer)
Selects the DC mA function
Selects the DCA function (10A max.)
Selects the ACA function (10A max.)
Selects the AC mA function
Selects the Capacitance function
Selects the Frequency function
Red test lead connection for current
measurements on the 2 and 10 ACA and
DCA functions
Red test lead connection for current
measurement on the mA and A DCA
and ACA functions
Black test lead connection for all
functions
Red test lead connection for all OHM,
DCV, and ACV functions
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DOUBLE INSULATION
EITHER DC OR AC
FUSE
1. Is there a way to measure
higher current with a TPI
DMM?
TPI DMMs (except the 120 and 126)
have the capacity to read up to 10A
AC/DC. Optional adapters are
available for all models to increase
the current range. Our shunt
adapters are available to increase
the range up to 1,000A AC/DC.
2. What other adapters are
available for TPI DMMs?
Various adapters including carbon
monoxide (A771), pressure
(A620/630), and clamp-on low
current (A254) are available. Contact
TPI for additional information.
3. Which of the TPI DMMs
will measure temperature?
All TPI DMMs can measure
temperature by using the
optional A301 K-Type
thermocouple temperature adapter.
4. Which TPI DMMs can
measure DC millivolts?
All TPI DMMs measure millivolts.
Models are available with 1 or 0.1
millivolt resolution.
5. Which TPI DMMs can
measure DC microamps?
The TPI 126, 133, 135, 153, 163, 183,
190, 194, 196, and 440 all have this
capability.
6. Which TPI DMMs will
measure capacitance?
The TPI 135, 183, 190, 192, 194, and
440 all have this capability.
7. What is continuity?
Continuity refers to a test performed
on wires and circuits to see if a
break(open) exhists. If the wire or
circuit is continuous, the resistance
reading will be at or near zero.
The continuity range on a meter
provides audible indication of a
continuous circuit, allowing quicker
tests without having to take your
eyes off the circuit or wire under
test.
DMM
FAQ
133, 135, 153, 163,
183, 190, 192, 194,
183, 190, 192, 194,
Wave Form Display
100, 120, 122, 126
50,000 Count High
190, 192, 194, 196
The
Value
Leader
ranges, specifications,
See page 3 inside for
True RMS Plus
Process Loop
Resolution
Calibration
Waveform
Palm Size
True Rms
Full Size
196
440
440
196
440
and features.
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Application
Thermocouples in furnaces and gas appliances
Heat anticipator current in thermostats
Line voltages
Control voltages
Flame safety control current
Heating element resistance
Compressor winding resistance
Contactor and relay coil resistance
Motor run and start capacitors
Use bar graph to indicate rapid fluctuations
Continuity of wiring
Measure frequency on control and line voltage
Record minimum and maximum of measurements
Measure temperature
Measure True RMS of distorted or non-linear signals •
Measure line current up to 10 amps
Test continuity of circuit breakers and fuses
Measure voltage of direct drive DC motors
Measure power supply voltage
Measure power supply current
High resolution, high accuracy
High resolution, high accuracy
Category IV tests
Process loop calibration
Power Quality
Audio
Video
Logic Tests
Waveform Display
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Requires either the A301single input or A312 dual input temperature adapters
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1. Determine the maximum over voltage installation category (CAT I ~ CAT IV) the multimeter will be used
2. Narrow your choice by selecting meters with the features required for your intended applications. For
3. Finally, select a meter with enough range, accuracy, and resolution for the tests you will perform. For
in and narrow your choice to those meters meeting the requirement. The Category rating for each meter
is listed on page 2 in the specifications table.
example, if your applications require a CAT III meter with true RMS, frequency, and RS232 output
capabilities, the TPI 183 or TPI190 would be good choices. See applications listed below.
example: the TPI 183 and the TPI 190 meet your application needs, but you require precision
high-resolution measurements. Then the 50,000 count TPI 190 would be the better choice.
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DMM Selection Guide
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Function
ACV/DCV
ACV/ACA
ACV/DCV
ACA/DCA
ACV/DCV
ACV/ACA
ACV/ACA
mA Out
LOGIC
DCmV
DCuA
Ohms
Ohms
Ohms
Ohms
Ohms
135
ACA
ACV
CAP
ALL
REC
DCV
ACA
DCV
ALL
ALL
ACV
Hz
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TPI 153 Summary of contents
Page 1
... Red test lead connection for current Oscilloscopes range for the voltage to be measured ~ measurement on the mA and A DCA V Selects the ACV function. Select the best Digital Multimeters and ACA functions range for the voltage to be measured & Clamp-on Meters - - - COM Black test lead connection for all A Selects the DCA function ...
Page 2
... T erminology erminology >> Agency Approval: Test equipment with the mark have >> Record Mode: Record and display the minimum and maximum passed through tests and are designed with operators safety in mind. readings measured. This feature is useful when looking for trends over a long period of time. > ...