pat testers advise

[minivanman]

HI All,
Looking for advise on what PATester to get, mainly testing old metal desk lights, old stage lighting etc. Don't want to spend big bucks on it. Best deal I can see is the Kewtech KT35 kit for about £225. Do you think this is any good?

 

[Mark.W]

Is the Kewtech KT35 a PAT tester?

 

[Mac]

I think you'll find he's right mate.
KT35 PAT Kit For Insulation/Continuity and PAT Testing All In 1 Kit. Buy online or call

 

[Mark.W]

I think you'll find he's right mate.
KT35 PAT Kit For Insulation/Continuity and PAT Testing All In 1 Kit. Buy online or call

So it is, I didnt see the PAT kit when I looked it up only saw the unit. Looks like a good price as well, might get me one of those!

 

[xraytek]

...might get me one of those!

Or just buy the adapter and turn your installation MFT into a PAT tester

 

[minivanman]

In the in service inspection and testing codes of practice 15.4 states "one of the following two tests should be carried out" - Hard Test or Soft Test. I read it that either can be used but is it a case that the Hard test should be carried out unless it may cause damage, then the soft test can be used, ie 15.4 notes 1. Or can either test be used. Asking this because I'm not sure a hard test can be carried out using the Kewtech KT35.

 

[kung]

I have the KT61,KT35 & the PAT adapter for £40 its ideal and cheap easy to use etc ! didnt know they did the PAT adapter at first as i only got the KT35 as my KT61 didnt have the 250v,1000v IR test options and 250v helps before you do the 500v as this will help tell you if you have forgot to unplug something as well as SELV/PELV etc although can link L/N and test with cpc ! then while buying it saw the PAT adapter so at that cost wasnt an option not to buy.
Regards
Kung.

 

[mark_the_spark]

Well dont do what I do and go buy the £900 Fluke only to find out it doesnt do 110v!!

 

[minivanman]

Bought the Kewtech pat adapter 1 for £25 from my local wholesaler, leads from my megger 1552 fit in so is a great buy adapting my MFT to a PAT. Better than buying a complete PAT for £225 +.

 

[xraytek]

Better than buying a complete PAT for £225 +.

Your MFT can only do soft continuity tests unlike a PAT tester that can output 25A.
So remember to flex the cord at the plug, and at the entry point into the equipment while testing earth continuity.
Any fluctuation in reading will suggest a frayed earth conductor