® Test Equipment Depot - 800.517.8431 - 99 Washington Street Melrose, MA 02176 - TestEquipmentDepot.com 1587/1577 Insulation Multimeters Users Manual PN 2401027 April 2005 © 2005 Fluke Corporation. All rights reserved. Printed in USA All product names are trademarks of their respective companies.
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Table of Contents Title Introduction .................................................................................................................... Contacting Fluke ............................................................................................................ Safety Information .......................................................................................................... Accessories .............................................................................................
1587/1577 Users Manual Making Basic Measurements......................................................................................... Measuring AC and DC Voltage ................................................................................. Measuring Temperature (Model 1587)...................................................................... Measuring Resistance............................................................................................... Measuring Capacitance (Model 1587) ........
Contents (continued) Capacitance (1587 Only) ........................................................................................... Temperature Measurement (1587 Only) ................................................................... Insulation Specifications ............................................................................................ Model 1587 ........................................................................................................... Model 1577 ......................
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List of Tables Table Title Page 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Symbols................................................................................................................................. Rotary Switch Selections....................................................................................................... Buttons .................................................................................................................................. Display Indicators ...............................
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List of Figures Figure Title Page 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. Rotary Switch ........................................................................................................................ Buttons .................................................................................................................................. Display Indicators ..................................................................................................................
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1587/1577 Insulation Multimeters Introduction The Fluke Model 1587, and Model 1577 are battery-powered, true-RMS insulation multimeters (hereafter "the Meter") with a 6000-count and a 3 ¾ digit display. Although this manual describes the operation of both Models 1587 and 1577, all illustrations and examples assume use of Model 1587.
1587/1577 Users Manual Safety Information Use the Meter only as specified in this manual. Otherwise, the protection provided by the Meter may be impaired. See Table 1 for a list of symbols used on the Meter and in this manual. A XWWarning identifies hazardous conditions and actions that could cause bodily harm or death. A XWCaution identifies conditions and actions that could damage the Meter, the equipment under test, or cause permanent loss of data.
Insulation Multimeters Safety Information • • • • • • Remove test leads from the Meter before opening the Meter case or battery door. Never operate the Meter with the cover removed or the battery door open. Comply with local and national safety requirements when working in hazardous locations. Use proper protective equipment, as required by local or national authorities when working in hazardous areas. Avoid working alone. Use only the replacement fuse specified or the protection may be impaired.
1587/1577 Users Manual Accessories Model Leads Probes Clips Holster Hard Case K Type Thermocouple Remote Probe 1587 TL224 TP74 AC285 Yes Yes Yes Yes 1577 TL224 TL74 AC285 Yes Yes No Yes Unsafe Voltage Battery Saver (Sleep Mode) To alert you to the presence of a potentially hazardous voltage, when the Meter detects a voltage ≥ 30 V or a voltage overload (OL), the Z symbol is displayed.
Insulation Multimeters Rotary Switch Positions Table 2. Rotary Switch Selections Rotary Switch Positions Turn the Meter on by selecting any measurement function. The Meter presents a standard display for that function (range, measurement units, modifiers, etc.). Use the blue button to select any rotary switch alternate functions (labelled with blue letters). Rotary switch selections are shown in Figure 1 and described in Table 2. Switch Position B Measurement Function AC voltage from 30.0 mV to 1000 V.
1587/1577 Users Manual Table 2. Rotary Switch Selections (cont.) Switch Position Measurement Function X Continuity test. Beeper turns on at <25 Ω and turns off at >100 Ω. Buttons Use the buttons to activate features that augment the function selected with the rotary switch. The buttons are shown in Figure 2 and described in Table 3. O Diode test. There is no ranging in this (1587 only) function. Displays 0L above 6.600 V. c AC mA from 3.00 mA to 400 mA (600 mA overload for 2 minutes maximum).
Insulation Multimeters Buttons Table 3. Buttons Button Description Press to freeze the displayed value. Press again to release the display. When a reading changes, the display updates and the Meter beeps. h In MIN MAX AVG or Hz mode, this button operates a display hold. In Insulation Test mode, this schedules a test lock the next time you press t on the Meter or on the remote probe. The test lock acts to hold down the button until your press h or t again to release the lock.
1587/1577 Users Manual Understanding the Display Table 4. Display Indicators Display indicators are shown in Figure 3 and described in Table 4. Error messages that may appear on the display are described in Table 5. Indicator Description b Low battery. Indicates when it is time to replace the battery. When b is on, the backlight button is disabled to conserve battery life.
Insulation Multimeters Understanding the Display Table 4. Display Indicators (cont.) Indicator Description Z Unsafe voltage warning. Indicates 30 V or greater (ac or dc depending on the rotary switch position) is detected on the input. Also appears when the display shows 0L in the B, C, or E switch positions, and when batt appears on the display. The Z also appears when insulation test is active, or in Hz. a K (1587 only) “Smoothing” enabled.
1587/1577 Users Manual Table 5. Error Messages Table 4. Display Indicators (cont.) Feature Auto Range ManualRange 610000mV 2500V 1000V T Description Message Display range in use batt Appears on the primary display and indicates that the battery is too low for reliable operation. The Meter will not operate at all until the battery is replaced. The b also appears when batt is on the primary display.
Insulation Multimeters Input Terminals Table 5. Error Messages (cont.) Message Description diSc Meter cannot discharge a capacitor. EPPr Err Invalid EEProm data. Have the Meter serviced. CAL Err Invalid calibration data. Calibrate the Meter. Input Terminals Input terminals are shown in Figure 4 and described in Table 6. 1 3 2 4 bav04f.eps Figure 4.
1587/1577 Users Manual Table 6. Input Terminal Descriptions Table 7. Power-Up Options . Item Description A p input terminal for insulation test. B q input terminal for insulation test. Use for ac Button B switch position turns on all LCD segments. C switch position displays the software version number. and dc milliamp measurements to 400 mA and current frequency measurements.
Insulation Multimeters AutoHold Mode Table 7. Power-Up Options (cont.) Button G (Blue) H t Description Disables automatic power-off ("Sleep mode"). Display shows PoFF until the button is released. Sleep mode is also disabled while the Meter is in a MIN MAX AVG Recording mode, AutoHold mode, and when performing an insulation test. Starts the Calibration mode. The Meter displays Cal and enters Calibration mode when the button is released. Disables the beeper.
1587/1577 Users Manual To use MIN MAX AVG recording: • Make sure the Meter is in the desired measurement function and range. (Autoranging is disabled in the MIN MAX AVG mode). • Press m to activate MIN MAX AVG mode. M appears on the display. • Press m to step through the high (MAX), low (MIN), average (AVG), and present readings. • 1. To enter the Manual Range mode, press r. Manual Range is displayed. 2. In the Manual Range mode, press r to increment the range.
Insulation Multimeters Understanding AC Zero Input Behavior of True RMS Meters Understanding AC Zero Input Behavior of True RMS Meters True RMS Meters accurately measure distorted waveforms, but when the input leads are shorted together in the AC functions, the Meter displays a residual reading between 1 and 30 counts. When the test leads are open, the display readings may fluctuate due to interference. These offset readings are normal.
1587/1577 Users Manual Making Basic Measurements The figures on the following pages show how to make basic measurements. When connecting the test leads to the circuit or device, connect the common (COM) test lead before connecting the live lead; when removing the test leads, remove the live lead before removing the common test lead.
Insulation Multimeters Making Basic Measurements Measuring AC and DC Voltage Volts DC Volts AC LO TEST HOLD MIN MAX LO HOLD MIN MAX TEST Millivolts DC LO HOLD MIN MAX TEST bav05f.eps Figure 6.
1587/1577 Users Manual Measuring Temperature (Model 1587) The Meter measures the temperature of a type-K thermocouple (included). Choose between degrees Celsius (°C) or degrees Fahrenheit (°F) by pressing r. LO HOLD MIN MAX TEST XWCaution To avoid possible damage to the Meter or other equipment, remember that while the Meter is rated for -40 °C to 537 °C ( -40 °F to 998.0 °F), the included K-type thermocouple is rated for 260 °C (500 °F).
Insulation Multimeters Making Basic Measurements Measuring Resistance Measuring Capacitance (Model 1587) . . LO HOLD MIN MAX LO TEST HOLD MIN MAX TEST bav06f.eps Figure 8. Measuring Resistance bav07f.eps Figure 9.
1587/1577 Users Manual Testing for Continuity The continuity test features a beeper that sounds as long as a circuit is complete. The beeper allows you to perform quick continuity tests without having to watch the display. To test for continuity, set up the Meter as shown in Figure 10. The beeper sounds when a short (<25 Ω) is detected.
Insulation Multimeters Making Basic Measurements Testing Diodes (Model 1587) . Good Diode Good Diode LO HOLD MIN MAX LO TEST HOLD MIN MAX TEST Bad Diode Bad Diode LO HOLD MIN MAX LO TEST MIN MAX TEST Open and Constant Beep Shorted Single Beep Forward Bias HOLD Reverse Bias bav10f.eps Figure 11.
1587/1577 Users Manual Measuring AC or DC Current XWWarning To avoid personal injury or damage to the Meter: • Never attempt to make an in-circuit current measurement when the open-circuit potential to earth is > 1000 V. • Check the Meter’s fuses before testing. See Testing the Fuses later in this manual. • Use the proper terminals, switch position, and range for your measurement. • Never place the probes in parallel with a circuit or component when the leads are plugged into the current terminals.
Insulation Multimeters Making Basic Measurements LO LO HOLD HOLD MIN MAX MIN MAX TEST DC Display TEST Load Load Load bav11f.eps Figure 12.
1587/1577 Users Manual • Testing Insulation Insulation tests should only be performed on dead circuits. Check the fuse before testing. See Testing the Fuse later in this manual. To measure insulation resistance set up the Meter as shown in Figure 13 and follow the steps below: 1. Insert test probes in the p and q input terminals. 2. Turn the knob to INSULATION position. A battery load check is initiated when the switch is moved to this position.
Insulation Multimeters Making Basic Measurements Measuring Frequency (Model 1587) LO HOLD The Meter measures the frequency of a voltage or current signal by counting the number of times the signal crosses a threshold level each second. To measure frequency, set up the Meter as shown in Figure 14 and follow the steps below. MIN MAX 1. Connect the Meter to the signal source. 2. Turn the rotary switch to the B, C, or c position. 3. In the c position press the blue button to select dc if needed. 4.
1587/1577 Users Manual AC/DC Voltage Frequency LO TEST HOLD MIN MAX AC/DC Current Frequency LO HOLD MIN MAX TEST Load bav12f.eps Figure 14.
Insulation Multimeters Cleaning Cleaning Periodically wipe the case with a damp cloth and mild detergent. Do not use abrasives or solvents. Dirt or moisture in the terminals can affect readings. LO HOLD MIN MAX TEST Testing the Batteries To test the batteries, press h and turn to the rotary switch to the INSULATION position. This initiates a battery test and displays the charge level of the battery.
1587/1577 Users Manual Replacing the Batteries and Fuse Replace the fuse and batteries as shown in Figure 16. Follow the steps below to replace the batteries. XWWarning To avoid shock, injury, or damage to the Meter: • To avoid false readings, which could lead to possible electric shock or personal injury, replace the batteries as soon as the battery indicator (b) appears. • Use ONLY fuses with the amperage, interrupt, voltage, and speed ratings specified. • 1.
Insulation Multimeters Specifications Specifications Need intro paragraph here General Specifications Maximum Voltage Applied to any Terminal.........1000 V ac rms or dc Storage Temperature ..........................................-40 °C to 60 °C (-40 °F to 140 °F) Operating Temperature .......................................-20 °C to 55 °C (-4 °F to 131 °F) Temperature Coefficient......................................0.
1587/1577 Users Manual Altitude ................................................................Operating: 2000 m CAT III 1000 V, CAT IV 600 V; 3000 m CAT II 1000 V, CAT III 600 V Storage................................................................12,000 m Over-Range Capability........................................110% of range except for capacitance which is 1 % Compliance to EN 61557 ....................................
Insulation Multimeters Specifications 1577 Accuracy Resolution 50 Hz to 60 Hz ± (% of Rdg + Digits) 600.0 mV 0.1 mV + (2 % + 3) 6.000 V 60.00 V 600.0 V 1000 V 0.001 V 0.01 V 0.1 V 1V + (2 % + 3) + (2 % + 3) + (2 % + 3) + (2 % + 3) Range AC Conversion ....................................................Inputs are ac-coupled and calibrated to the rms value of sine wave input. Conversions are true-rms responding and specified from 5 % to 100 % of range.
1587/1577 Users Manual Input Impedance .................................................10 MΩ (nominal), < 100 pF Normal Mode Rejection Ratio .............................> 60 dB @ 50 Hz or 60 Hz Common Mode Rejection Ratio ..........................>120 dB @ dc, 50 Hz or 60 Hz (1 k unbalance) Overload Protection ............................................1000 V rms or dc DC Millivolts Measurement Range Resolution Accuracy 1587 ± (% of Rdg + Digits) Accuracy 1577 ± (% of Rdg + Digits) 600.0 mV dc 0.
Insulation Multimeters Specifications Ohms Measurement Range 1. Resolution 600.0 Ω 0.1 Ω 6.000 kΩ .001 kΩ 60.00 kΩ 0.01 kΩ 600.0 kΩ 0.1 KΩ 6.000 MΩ .001 MΩ 50.0 MΩ .01 MΩ Accuracy 15871 + (% of Rdg+Digits) Accuracy 15771 + (% of Rdg+Digits) + (0.9 % + 2) + (1.2 % + 2) + (1.5 % + 3) + (2.0 % + 3) Accuracies apply from 0 to 100% of range. Overload Protection ............................................1000 V rms or dc Open Circuit Test Voltage ...................................< 8.
1587/1577 Users Manual Frequency Measurement (1587 Only) Range Resolution Accuracy + (% of Rdg+Digits) 99.99 Hz 0.01 Hz + (0.1 % + 1) 999.9 Hz 9.999 kHz 99.99kHz 0.1 Hz 0.001 kHz 0.01 kHz + (0.1 % + 1) + (0.1 % + 1) + (0.1 % + 1) Frequency Counter Sensitivity Input Range V ac Sensitivity (RMS Sinewave)1 DC Trigger Levels1 to 20 kHz2 5 Hz to 20 kHz 20 kHz to 100 kHz 600.0 mV ac 100.0 mV 150.0 mV na 6.0 V 60.0 V 600.0 V 1000.0 V 1.0 V 10.0 V 100.0 V 300.0 V 1.5 V 36.0 V - -400.
Insulation Multimeters Specifications Capacitance (1587 Only) Range Resolution Accuracy + (% of Rdg+Digits) 1000 nF 1 nF 10.00 µF 0.01 µF 100.0 µF 0.1 µF 9999 µF 1 µF + (1.2 % +/- 90 counts) Resolution Accuracy1 ± (% of Rdg+Digits) + (1.2 % + 2) Temperature Measurement (1587 Only) Range o o 0.1 C o o 0.1 F -40 C to 537 C -40 F to 998 F 1.
1587/1577 Users Manual Model 1587 Test Current Resistance Accuracy ± (% of Rdg + Digits) 1 mA @ 50 kΩ ± (3 % + 5 counts) 1 mA @ 100 kΩ ± (3 % + 5 counts) 1 mA @ 250 kΩ ± (1.5 % + 5 counts) 1 mA @ 500 kΩ ± (1.5 % + 5 counts) Output Voltage Display Range Resolution 50 V (0 % to + 20 %) 0.01 to 6.00 MΩ 0.01 MΩ 6.0 to 50.0 MΩ 0.1 MΩ 0.01 to 6.00 MΩ 0.01 MΩ 6.0 to 60.0 MΩ 0.1 MΩ 60 to 100 MΩ 0.1 to 60.0 MΩ 1 MΩ 0.1 MΩ 60 to 250 MΩ 1 MΩ 0.1 to 60.0 MΩ 0.1 MΩ 60 to 500 MΩ 1 MΩ 0.
