Megger 1741+ vs Metrel MI3152

[Franad]

I’ve the Metrel 3155 euro test XD. They’re around £2300+VAT. Much more than a Megger 1741 Which I also own. Between the 2 the Metrel is faster loop testing with RCDs in circuit. The Metrel can be used simply like the Megger or you can choose to use much more of its advanced functions. @Franad if you’ve any questions I happy to answer if I can.

That's great Richy333 thank you for your response, but the MI3155 is very much out of my budget The Megger falls just about in my budget although I've overstretching a little, but would rather pay a little more if it means getting a solid tester. ... Also just realised you're the same Richy that is in the other Megger 1741 conversation LOL ... It's been a long week!
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+1 for the Metrel, great bit of kit pretty much like a PC really. Not had it long and I am still getting used to it. Not used a Megger so couldn't comment if it is better or not.

Do you find the test times slow? I know it has many more functions than the Megger, I'm yet again undecided LOL

 

[Yahtzee]

Do you find the test times slow? I know it has many more functions than the Megger, I'm yet again undecided LOL
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No not really, I find the zs testing is quicker than my old Kewtech

 

[richy3333]

With mine the Zs with RCD is faster than the Megger with the ‘reliability’ countdown function doing its stuff.

 

[Franad]

It's a pity that Covid 19 has stopped all the shows it was always a good opportunity to compare test equipment as quite a few of the manufacturers were always there demonstrating their test equipment

I've managed to get a demo of the Metrel today. I want to see that in action before I make an informed decision. Will update ?
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With mine the Zs with RCD is faster than the Megger with the ‘reliability’ countdown function doing its stuff.

Despite your initial comments lol I'm going to see a demo of the Metrel today ???

 

[Franad]

I have got it down to the choice of 2 MFTs. I am looking at either the Megger 1741+ or the Metrel MI 3152 EurotestXC.

The megger looks like a good workhorse favoured by many electricians, but the Metrel looks like a leap forward in technology.

In terms of future-proofing for EV chargers etc, does anybody know which one of these MFTs is best?

Anybody with hands-on experience able to review either charger?

Thanks

Which one did you go for in the end? Went to Metrel UK HQ on Tuesday and saw the demo and have to admit the MI3152 is all singing and dancing. Thought the loop tests were a little slow though and the RCD testing ... but someone mentioned that in this thread somewhere ? Although am swaying more to the Metrel now ?

 

[davesparks]

Which loop test is slow? The hi current or the anti-trip?

Anti trip tests will take longer as the tester needs to do a lot more to get a somewhere near accurate result.

Anti trip loop tests will always be a bit of a trade off as they are so susceptible to noise and other interference in the system.

If you want accurate test results then you need to accept that it takes time to carry out the test.

 

[Franad]

Which loop test is slow? The hi current or the anti-trip?

Anti trip tests will take longer as the tester needs to do a lot more to get a somewhere near accurate result.

Anti trip loop tests will always be a bit of a trade off as they are so susceptible to noise and other interference in the system.

If you want accurate test results then you need to accept that it takes time to carry out the test.

Thanks Davesparks, it was the anti-trip but that explains a lot I've decided to go with the Metrel

 

[coolsparx]

If you go for the Metrel get their little box of tricks for testing RFC. Makes it a breeze.

Do you have a code or picture of the box of tricks for testing RFC.

 

[UNG]

The link you posted is now broken

That will be due to it being changed
Try this one Metrel A1214

 

[zdibu81]

+1 for the Metrel, great bit of kit pretty much like a PC really. Not had it long and I am still getting used to it. Not used a Megger so couldn't comment if it is better or not.

Hello mate, what setting are you using for Ze test? Thanks.