OHMMETER No. 2


Ohmmeters No. 2, are intended for the measurement of insulation resistance etc. where Ohmmeters No. 1 are not suitable.  The movement is of cross-coil type.  A constant speed hand-driven generator and special slipping clutch are incorporated which enables a steady reading to be obtained on conductors having considerable electrostatic capacity.

The LINE terminal has a guard ring but no GUARD terminal is fitted.

There are two types; 250 volts and 500 volts.

Ranges:-
The 250v model is scaled 0-50 megohms and infinity.
The 500v model is scaled 0-100 megohms and infinity.

Specification - D1479.

In 1932 two manufacturers supplied these Ohmmeters.

Ohmmeter No. 2 250v
Evershed & Vignole's "Megger Insulation Tester". Catalogue No. 54007.  Constant pressure generator, output of 250V at 160 r.p.m. Scaled 0-50 megohms and infinity. Housed in a cast aluminium case, dimensions approx. 8.75in. x 6.25 in. x 5in.  Weight 7.25 lbs.

Record Electrical Co's "Constant Pressure Insulation Tester". Code word WYZEB.  Output of 250V at 180 r.p.m. Scaled 0-50
megohms and infinity.  Housed in Teak case with dimensions approx. 10in. x 5.25in. x 4.5in.  Weight 6.5lbs.

Ohmmeter No. 2 500v
Messrs. Evershed & Vignole's. Catalogue No. 54008.

The Record Electrical Co's Code WYZIC.



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