HIOKI IR4053 Insulation Tester
Measure PV Insulation Resistance Safely, Accurately and Quickly

OVERVIEW

The Hioki IR4053 is a digital insulation resistance tester for photovoltaic generation systems. Measure insulation resistance accurate and safely without being affected by generated solar power and identify the value in just 4 seconds.

CAT III 600 V

The Hioki IR4053 features a photovoltaic resistance function for measuring solar power systems, allowing you to measure insulation resistance accurately without shorting strings of photovoltaic cells and without risking accidents such as arc discharge events, even as the system continues to generate electricity during daylight hours.

Key Features

Model No. (Order Code)

IR4053-10

HIOKI IR4053 Insulation Tester, Bundled with Test Lead L9787

 

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FEATURES

How to Use IR4053 Insulation Tester
This video shows the measurement flow of the PV system insulation resistance using the IR4053.
 

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Measurement not affected by generating PV
The IR4053, which was designed for PV, can accurately measure insulation resistance without being affected by the generating PV.


 

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Accurate and safe measurement without creating shorts
Normally, to accurately measure the insulation resistance of a generating PV, one needs to short the measured circuit. With the IR4053's PV measurement mode, short circuiting is not necessary.


 

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Displays measurement in 4 seconds
The IR4053 displays the measured value just 4 seconds after starting measurement. After the first display, the displayed value is updated each second. Comfortably carry out swift measurements.



What are the problems with conventional insulation testers?
Problems with conventional insulation testers and the 2 measurement methods determined by recognized guidelines

Measurement that does not involve a short-circuit
This is not as dangerous, but depending on the circuit status, the measurement may be affected by the generating PV and may produce a result different from the actual insulation resistance.

Measurement that involve a short-circuit
To accurately measure a generating PV, one needs to short the measured circuit, which requires that a short-circuit switch be separately installed. Short-circuiting will also pose the danger of creating an arc. In addition, to minimize hazards, it is recommended that the testing be conducted at night.

Functions useful in the field

Comparator function/ Red light
You can compare measurements to any set values. If the result does not meet the set value, the red light will warn of nonconformance.


 

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Test lead with remote switch
This allows you to apply output voltage with the switch in your hand, work with a light, and see the result of the comparator with an LED.


 

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Drop proof
The sturdy design will not break even if dropped onto concrete from 1 m, so you can use it with peace of mind.


 

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SPECIFICATIONS

Basic specifications: PVΩ measurement
Accuracy guaranteed: 1 year
 

Rated output voltage	500 V DC	1000 V DC
Effective maximum indicated value	2000 MΩ	4000 MΩ
Measuring range/ Accuracy	0.200 to 500 MΩ / ±4% rdg. 501 to 2000 MΩ / ±8% rdg.	0.200 to 1000 MΩ / ±4% rdg. 1010 to 4000 MΩ / ±8% rdg.
Other measuring range / Accuracy	0 to 0.199 MΩ / ±2% rdg. ±6 dgt.

Basic specifications: Insulation resistance measurement
 

Rated output voltage	50 V DC	125 V DC	250 V DC	500 V DC	1000 V DC
Effective maximum indicated value	100 MΩ	250 MΩ	500 MΩ	2000 MΩ	4000 MΩ
Accuracy 1st effective measuring range MΩ	±4% rdg. 0.200 to 10.00	±4% rdg. 0.200 to 25.0	±4% rdg. 0.200 to 50.0	±4% rdg. 0.200 to 500	±4% rdg. 0.200 to 1000
Lower limit resistance	0.05 MΩ	0.125 MΩ	0.25 MΩ	0.5 MΩ	1 MΩ
Overload protection	600 V AC (10 s)	600 V AC (10 s)	600 V AC (10 s)	600 V AC (10 s)	1200 V DC (10 s)
DC voltage range	4.2 V (0.001 V resolution) to 1000 V (1 V resolution), 4 ranges, Accuracy: ±1.3% rdg. ±4 dgt., (Ranges in excess of 1000 V are not guaranteed for accuracy.)
AC voltage range	420 V (0.1 V resolution)/600 V (1 V resolution), 2 ranges, 50/60 Hz, Accuracy: ±2.3% rdg. ±8 dgt., (Ranges in excess of 600 V are not guaranteed for accuracy.)
Display	Semi-transmissive FSTN LCD with back lighting, Backlight
Response time	Insulation resistance range: 1 second, PVΩ function: 4 seconds (based on in-house tests)
Other functions	Live circuit indicator, automatic electric discharge, automatic DC/AC detection, comparator, drop proof, auto power save
Power supply	AA alkaline batteries (LR6) ×4, Continuous operating time: Approx. 20 hours (based on in-house tests)
Dimensions and mass	159 mm (6.26 in) W × 177 mm H (6.97 in) H × 53 mm (2.09 in) D, Approx. 600 g (21.2 oz) (including batteries, excluding test lead)
Included accessories	TEST LEAD L9787 ×1, Neck strap ×1, Instruction manual ×1, AA alkaline batteries (LR6) ×4