TPI 296 TPI (Test Products Int), TPI 296 Datasheet - Page 19
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TPI 296
Manufacturer Part Number
TPI 296
Description
DMM CLAMP W/RECORD 4 DIGIT+BAR
Manufacturer
TPI (Test Products Int)
Series
296r
Type
Digital (DMM)r
Datasheet
1.TPI_296.pdf
(32 pages)
Specifications of TPI 296
Includes
Battery, Case, Test Leads
Style
Clamp
Display Digits
3.75
Display Type
LCD, Bar Graph
Display Count
4000
Function
Voltage, Current, Resistance, Frequency
Functions, Extra
Continuity, Diode Test
Features
Auto Off, Hold, Sleep
Ranging
Auto/Manual
Response
True RMS
Other names
290-1296
296
296
Application Notes
When measuring DC Amps of a motor there
are two types of measurements that can be
made, running current and in-rush or start-up
current. Start-up current will usually be much
higher than running current.
Set up the meter following the steps under
“Measurement Procedure” on page 18, and
then proceed with the following:
•
•
Clamp the meter around a single wire
Disconnect power to the motor and put
and reconnect power to the device. Read
the current displayed on the meter. This
is the running current of the motor.
the meter in PEAK HOLD mode.
Reconnect the power and read
the current displayed on the
meter. This is the in-rush or
start-up current
of the motor.
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