Moving towards a lean initiative could impact electrical safety test procedures. See how QuadTech's customers are making the transition to lean manufacturing:

• Have Control Over The Test Process:
Do you have control of your test process and the data to back it? Gain control and ensure testing is consistent. Use the keylock feature on the safety tester to certify that the test conditions are not changing.  Also, make sure the tester has line load regulation to ensure the output voltage is what it is programmed for. 

• Size Matters:
A compact hipot tester is much easier to implement in a work cell than a large one.  Be prepared to replace big, old analog testers with new compact testers.

• Paper Free:
Replace old, analog hipot testers with digital testers that come with an interface that connects to a PC for efficient data collection. This paper-free method improves data accuracy by removing the human element and opening up unlimited doors to data analysis.

• Multitask:
A large Aerospace component manufacturer is standardizing on the Guardian 1030S.  Using the scanner capability they can now connect 8 parts at once and let the tester do the work.  While the test runs for a total of 20 minutes, the technician is performing other tasks required and the company is able to eliminate an entire test cell.

The need for higher productivity, efficiency, and the focus on better safety assurances are placing new demands on electrical safety instrument owners. There are a number of benefits to your organization in moving from analog testers to digital testers. To learn more, read Benefits and Advantages of Digital Electrical Safety Testers.

Yes. All of QuadTech’s hipot testers meet the requirement outlined in UL standards. In most UL standards there is a section which outlines the requirements for the test equipment used to perform Dielectric Voltage-Withstand test:

“The test equipment shall include a transformer having an essentially sinusoidal output, a means of indicating the test potential, an audible or visual indicator of electrical breakdown, and either a manually reset device to restore the equipment after electrical breakdown or an automatic reject feature of any unacceptable unit.”

”If the output of the test equipment transformer is less than 500 volt amperes, the equipment shall include a voltmeter in the output circuit to directly indicate the test potential.”

All of QuadTech’s hipot testers require the failure to be acknowledged (manually reset) by pushing the stop button. Upon failure, the testers will alarm and show a fail message on the screen and/or on a LED (depending on the model). QuadTech’s hipot testers display the output voltage which is directly monitored from the secondary of the transformer.

Would you like to improve your compliance with ISO 13485 Quality Systems Regulations? Are you involved with improving your manufacturing processes or responsible for ensuring quality testing as well as meeting regulatory requirements?

See how a worldwide leading Medical Device Manufacturer of surgical devices upgraded their electrical safety and functional testing processes to realize process improvements, QSR and lean manufacturing benefits.

View this complimentary online case study today.

UL 60950-1: Information Technology & Telecommunications Equipment

Underwriters Laboratories in conjunction with QuadTech presents this 2-day workshop that will get you more acquainted with the new edition of UL 60950-1. Learn to apply critical design criteria that can reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and physical hazards associated with ITE.

- UL 60950 August 16-17, Maynard, MA            - UL 60950 September 13-14, Newark CA

For complete course details, other locations & dates or to register online click here.

With the discontinuation of Keithley's 3321 LCZ Meter consider these 1920 features:

For the full 1920 vs. Keithley 3321 feature comparison, visit: http://www.quadtech.com/products/1920vsK3321.pdf or contact a QuadTech sales rep today for more information.

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