Flexible AC Current Probe

AFLEX 3000
Users Manual

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 EN 61010-2-032
CAT III 600V
Pollution Degree 2

Definition of Symbols:
Caution: Refer to Accompanying Documents

Caution: Risk of Electric Shock

Double Insulation

Over-voltage Category I (CAT I):

Equipment for connection to circuits in which measures are
taken to limit the transient over-voltages to an appropriate low level.
Over-voltage Category II (CAT II):
Energy-consuming equipment to be supplied from the fixed
installation.
Over-voltage Category III (CAT III):
Equipment in fixed installations.

WARNING: If the flexible current probe is used in a

manner not specified by the manufacturer, the
protection provided by the flexible current probe may
be impaired.
 Table of Contents
1. WARNING ........................................................................1

2. PANEL AND PARTS DESCRIPTION ...............................2

3. OPERATING INSTRUCTION ...........................................3

4. ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS ....................................9

5. GENERAL SPECIFICATION ..........................................10

6. MAINTENANCE .............................................................11

7. BATTERY REPLACEMENT ...........................................12

1. WARNING

Don’t use the flexible current probe before you read

the following instructions.

1. Don’t install the flexible current probe around bare conductors

carrying a voltage from 30V to 600V unless you are wearing
protective clothing and glove suitable for high-voltage work.
2. Always inspect and check any damage of the current probe
assembly before usage. Don’t use the flexible current probe if
any damage is found.
3. Don’t use the flexible current probe on circuit rated higher than
600V in installation category III.

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2. PANEL AND PARTS DESCRIPTION

1. Coupling Assembly
2. Flexible Loop
3. Banana Plugs for Output
4. Output Range Select Switch
5. Power on LED
6. Low Battery Voltage LED
7. Current Range Select Switch
8. Battery Cover
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3. OPERATING INSTRUCTION

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1. Connect the banana plugs to the measuring instrument. Select
the corresponding sensitivity on your instrument. Select AC
range if a multi-meter is used.
2. On the flexible current probe, select the desired range (300A or
3000A) and output (300mV or 1V).
3. Connect the flexible probe around the conductor.
4. Make sure the current flowing direction is in consistent with the
arrow marked on the probe coupling. If the flexible current
probe is connected in the right orientation, the correct phase will
be displayed in the oscilloscope.
5. Keep the probe coupling more than 25mm away from the
conductor.
WARNING: Always wear appropriate gloves in operation.

WARNING: Don’t select AC+DC range for measurement. Select

AC range.

If a RMS multi-meter is used, the AC current value can be calculated

from the AC voltage reading.

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Example 1: Current range 300A and Output 300mV. The AC voltage
reading is 100mV
The actual AC current = 300A / 300mV * 100mV = 100A

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Example 2: Current range 3000A and Output 300mV. The AC
voltage reading is 100mV
The actual AC current = 3000A / 300mV * 100.0mV = 1000A

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Example 3: Current range 300A and Output 1V. The AC voltage
reading is 333.3mV
The actual AC current = 300A / 1V * 333.3mV = 100A

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Example 4: Current range 3000A output 1V. The AC voltage reading
is 333.3mV
The actual AC current = 3000A / 1V * 333.3mV = 1000A

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4. ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS

(23˚ ±3˚, 50/60Hz, conductor located at the center of the flexible loop)
Range
300A AC 3000A AC
Output Select 300mV 1V 300mV 1V
Output Signal 1mV/A 3.33mV/A 0.1mV/A 0.333mV/A
Accuracy 1% of full scale 1% of full scale
Linearity (10 to 100%) 0.2% of reading 0.2% of reading
Position Sensitivity 2% of range 2% of range
External Field (200 mm
1% of range 1% of range
from the head, < 40A/m)
Phase Error < ± 1˚ < ±1˚
Temperature Coefficient
0.02% of reading / ˚C 0.02% of reading / ˚C
( 0 to 70˚C)

DC offset: < 20mVDC (300A AC range)

< 100mVDC (3000A AC range)
Noise: < 2mVACRMS
Bandwidth (-3dB): 10 to 10 KHz
Load Impedance: 1KΩ
Battery: 2 x AA 1.5V Alkaline (2000mAHrs)
Battery Life: 300 Hours

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5. GENERAL SPECIFICATION
Indoors use
Altitude: 2000m
Probe Length: 3000-24 24 in / 610 mm
3000-36 36 in / 915 mm
3000-48 48 in / 1220 mm
Minimum Bending Diameter: 35mm
Connector Diameter: 23mm
Cable Diameter: 14mm
Cable Length from Probe to Box: 170mm
Cable Length from Box to Output: 170mm
Battery: two 1.5 SUM-3
Dimension (Box): 130mm(L) x 80mm(W)x 43mm(H)
5.1”(L) x 3.1”(W) x 1.7”(H)
Operating Temperature: -10 to 85˚C
Operating Humidity: 15% to 85% RH
Storage Temperature: -20 to 85˚C
Storage Humidity: 15% to 85% RH
Weight: 430g
Accessory: users manual x 1
1.5V battery x 2

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6. MAINTENANCE

1. Always inspect the flexible current probe for any damage. If

users find any damage, don’t use the flexible current probe.
Return the probe to a qualified person for repair or replacement.
2. Clean the probe assembly with a damp cloth and a mild
detergent
3. Remove the battery if the flexible current probe is not to be used
for a long period.

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7. BATTERY REPLACEMENT
1. Remove the flexible current probe from any circuit to be
measured.
2. Disconnect the flexible current probe from any measuring
instrument.
3. Turn the power off
4. Remove screw and then the battery cover.
5. Replace the old batteries with new batteries.
6. Replace the battery cover and fasten the screw.

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