Best Multi function tester for under £1000

[Abruno]

Hi I've been looking out for multi function tester for under the £1000 price range able to do domestic, commercial and industrial locations. Any one have any best recommendations on the most user friendly and with your own experience with any particular brand? megger, fluke ect... Have been looking at the Martindale ET 4500 which doesn't look to bad for the money, plus also gives max Zs values for the type of circuit there and then, any one ever used this tester?

Thanks for help Anthony

 

[Andy78]

A budget of £1k would give you scope to buy pretty much any new MFT you wanted. All the major brands do a good job although most people have their favourite brands due to little foibles and particulars of the way different MFTs function.
If you want your MFT to be useful in three phase installations look for phase sequence test ability and line-line PSSC ability.

Also decide whether or not you are bothered about the ability for your MFT to store data and transfer to computer forms as this will point your search in a particular direction.

I have never used any indication of a pass/fail for any test given to me by an in built value in a MFT. It's a lot more useful to have the info built into your head for an instant pass/fail check.

 

[Abruno]

Thanks for help Andy. Very true about the pass / fail. Have just been doing a bit more research and the (

[FONT=PT Sans, sans-serif]Kewtech KT65DL Pro Kit )sounds good value for money. With good capability's :[/FONT]Key Features Easy to use Phase rotation in line with new 17th edition requirements Advanced memory with free software NEW Anti-Trip Technology for full no trip LOOP testing on all RCD types Test button in probe as well as lockdown test button for ‘hands free’ testing Easy PFC & PSC measurement without the need to alter test probes 250, 500 & 1000V insulation tests with auto discharge Additional LED for warning of high voltage output in insulation test mode Memory for test lead resistance compensation Backlit display Auto-test memory for RCD testing with all results shown on one screen, so no scrolling Conducts phase to phase loop tests End of line calibration certificate included Can be used with rechargeable batteries . Whole kit with 30 meter wander lead and calibration cert for £810 sounds [FONT=PT Sans, sans-serif]reasonable[/FONT]​

 

[Andy78]

I've never used the KT65 but I do know that it's a popular mid price range choice.

The lock down function is a very useful feature, it's also available on some other brands too.

If you are looking at that bundle then it's quite a bit cheaper here .. Buy Kewtech KT64DL Pro Kit | ISSWWW.co.uk | Free Delivery

 

[andyb]

There you go

17th Edition Multifunction Testers and Part P Test Equipment

And 5% off to boot.

For what its worth, if you've got £1000.00 then the Megger MFT1730 without the software would be a good purchase. IMO.

 

[Abruno]

Thanks for suggestions. Ended up ordering the Kewtech KT65DL kit for around £820.00 on isswww.co.uk seems pretty good value for money including wonder lead and calibration cert for 12 month. Plus it has a portable appliance test on it which may come in handy. Cheers Ant

 

[Midwest]

For what its worth, if you've got £1000.00 then the Megger MFT1730 without the software would be a good purchase. IMO.

Echo the advice NOT to purchase the Megger Power Suite software, if you do decide on the 1730 series, its a complete rip off.