QuadTech Releases New Ground Bond Hipot Tester Models

For Immediate Release
July 22, 2004

QuadTech Introduces Two High Current Ground Bond Hipot Testers For Electrical Safety Testing
Ground Integrity Testing Of Electrical Products & Appliances

Maynard, MA - QuadTech, Inc., a leading manufacturer of test and measurement equipment in the electrical safety test market place, announces the availability of two new Ground Bond Hipot Testers. Designed for automated test or bench top use, the Guardian 1050 Hipot tester provides current to 45 Amps to meet the most stringent standards, and the economical Sentry 50 Plus Hipot tester provides current to 30 Amps for less demanding applications.

Some of the outstanding features which makes either of the Hipot testers ideal for verifying ground integrity of the product chassis and power line ground include:

4 Terminal Kelvin Connection with Auto Zeroing
Programmable Hi/Lo Limits for Pass/Fail Testing
Resistance Measurements from 0.1 to 510 milliohms
Internal Storage of 99 Test Setups
Remote Start/Stop & Go/No Go Outputs
Programmable Test Times
Large Graphic LCD Display

In addition to the higher test current of 45 Amps, the Guardian 1050 Hipot tester provides other essential features required in an automated test environment. An optional RS-232 interface and IEEE-488 interface are available for remote control or the data logging of test results to a computer. A printer interface is also available for printout of test results to an external printer.

Both Hipot tester models also offer a number of other features including, front panel lockout, programmable voltage level, compatibility with other testers, and built-in calibration. The front panel lockout, with password protection, inhibits the operator from alterations to the test setup. To meet the low voltage requirements of CSA 22.2 No. 0.4 Bonding and Grounding of Electrical Equipment, and protection of the test device, the test voltage can be programmed for a maximum value ranging from 1 to 8 V. Both units can be used for stand alone ground bond testing or connected to one of the Sentry Plus Hipot Testers or Guardian 1000 Hipot Testers for complete product testing. With the push of one button or one start command, when the Sentry 50 Plus or Guardian 1050 Hipot tester completes its test with a pass indication it will automatically start the Hipot Tester in sequence. The units also incorporate a built-in software routine using the front panel display to prompt the operator through calibration with no internal adjustments.

A selection of other leads and adaptors are available for these Hipot testers for connecting to a variety of other products. Additionally, both Hipot testers also carry the CE Mark for wider acceptance in the global marketplace

For more information on these QuadTech ground bond testers, Hipot testers or other products, please call (800) 253-1230; fax: (978) 461-4295 or visit http://www.quadtech.com for full product specifications.

About QuadTech:
QuadTech, an ISO 9001 Certified manufacturer of test and measurement equipment, offers a complete line of instrumentation, LCR meters for testing passive components for electrical safety testing, Hipot testers and ground bond testers, medical safety analyzers, megohmmeters and milliohmmeters, as well as calibration and repair services. Based in Marlborough, MA, QuadTech has a worldwide network of direct sales and distributors who service and support customers around the globe. In the United States, all of QuadTech's products carry a 45-day money back guarantee. In addition, QuadTech provides new product rental and lease plans.