Eigenschaften
AC / AC ramp	40 - 5 350 V
Resolution / accuracy	10 V / ±1 % L
Maximum current	200 mA
Measurement of I range / accuracy	100 mA / 200 mA ±2 % L
Test voltage	100 V / 250 V / 500 V / 1 000 V
Inductance range / resolution / accuracy	15 mH / ±10 % L
Impulse test	x 0,5; x 1; x 2; x 4; x 5; x 10 (DC) IΔ;n
Isolation current resolution / accuracy	0,1 mA; -0% +(7% L + 2 mA)
Voltage and frequency of installation	190,0 - 440,0 V; 45-55 Hz
Measurement range / accuracy	40 A / ±2,5 % L
Dimensions / weight	407 x 341 x 205 mm; 16 kg

The CA 6163 from Chauvin Arnoux is a professional installation tester for electrical safety testing of devices, machines and enclosures. It is particularly used for conformity testing within final inspection, recurring tests, as well as during maintenance and repair work. The device is designed for use in industrial electrical engineering, by electricians, maintenance companies, service providers, testing facilities and technical training centres. It enables comprehensive testing according to applicable standards and regulations, with results being documented and analysed.

Applications

The CA 6163 is used for testing electrical safety in various industries. This includes final inspection by manufacturers of electrical devices and equipment, testing of low-voltage enclosures by electricians, maintenance of machine parks in industry, and conformity testing of faulty devices by service companies. Testing facilities also use the device for recurring inspections, and technical training centres use it for training skilled personnel. The devices are suitable for testing under application of regulatory and standard requirements, including automatic test sequences and user-defined visual inspections.

Functions and Equipment in Detail

The device features a touch colour display with a resolution of 800 x 480 pixels and a diagonal of 5 inches, which can also be operated with gloves. The multilingual user interface provides assistance screens with text, symbols and images to guide the user through testing processes. Four express command buttons allow quick access to functions such as printing measurement results on a label printer, accessing help, returning to the main screen or the previous menu. Operation is thus efficient even under difficult working conditions.

Technology Explained Simply

The CA 6163 offers a variety of measurement functions. These include continuity testing with 2- or 4-wire measurement, where test currents of 0.1 A, 0.2 A and 10 A as well as voltage drops up to 25 A can be measured. Insulation testing is performed with test voltages of 100 V, 250 V, 500 V and 1 000 V, with maximum measurements reaching up to 50 GΩ. Accuracy is ±10 % L. Testing of residual current devices (RCDs) is carried out in ramp and impulse mode, with impulse testing performed using factors such as x 0.5, x 1, x 2, x 4, x 5 and x 10 (DC). Loop impedance (Zs) is measured with an accuracy of ±5 % L, with the display range for short-circuit current (Ik) reaching up to 20 kA. Earth leakage current measurement is performed directly, differentially and via substitution measurement, with accuracy of ±2 % L. Touch current measurement is carried out in a simulated human current circuit, with measurement possible both unweighted and weighted.

Compatibility and Accessories

The device is equipped with various interfaces, including USB-B, two USB-A ports, WLAN, and connections for a barcode scanner, RFID scanner, label printer, START/STOP pedals, DOOR OPEN, HT trigger gun and warning lamps. Suitable accessories include Kelvin crocodile clips, test probes, cables, HV test guns, CEE adapters, crocodile clips CAT IV-1000 V, test probes with 4 mm socket CAT IV and CAT III 1000 V, and a transport case. These components enable flexible and safe testing under various conditions.

Mounting and Installation

The CA 6163 is delivered in a yellow construction case and is designed for use in industrial electrical engineering. Power supply is via 230 VAC ±10 %. Operating temperature ranges from 0 °C to +45 °C, and storage temperature from -30 °C to +60 °C. The device is rated with protection class IP 64 when closed and IP 40 when open, as well as IK 08, ensuring high mechanical and electrical safety. Electrical safety complies with standards IEC 61010-1, IEC 61010-2-030, IEC 61010-2-034 and IEC 61010-2-032. The devices are suitable for testing in CAT II (300 V) and CAT III (300 V and 600 V).

Operational Advantages

The CA 6163 can store up to 100,000 tests and enables data transfer via WLAN or USB to a PC, where it can be analysed and presented in reports. Software updates are conveniently performed via a USB stick. Automatic discharge of the test object after testing, optical indication of high voltage, and two-hand operation enhance safety. The integrated function for automatic output of Pass/Fail labels supports the testing process. Maximum test duration is 40 minutes, varying depending on test type. Voltage measurement is performed in the range of 190.0 to 440.0 V at a frequency of 45 to 55 Hz. Measurement of power in single-phase or three-phase networks and determination of phase sequence are additional functions. Discharge time is also measured to ensure safety after testing. The devices comply with standards IEC 61557-1 to -16 (partially) and are suitable for testing according to IEC/EN 60204-1, IEC/EN 61439-1, IEC/EN 60335-1, IEC/EN 62368-1, IEC/EN 60598-1, IEC/EN 60974-4 (partially), EN 50699 and EN 50678.

Safety and Standards Compliance

Safety requirements according to IEC/EN 61010-031 and IEC/EN 61180 for high-voltage testing are met. This includes the required actuation time of the test trigger, optical indication of high voltage, two-hand operation, and automatic discharge of the test object after testing. The devices are suitable for use in CAT III (300 V and 600 V) and CAT II (300 V). Standards compliance includes IEC/EN 60204-1, IEC/EN 61439-1, IEC/EN 60335-1, IEC/EN 62368-1, IEC/EN 60598-1, IEC/EN 60974-4 (partially), EN 50699 and EN 50678. Testing is carried out in accordance with applicable regulations and standards, with support for automatic test sequences and user-defined visual inspections.