The VIPO-85 applies a regulated DC voltage of 1 to 85 kV to a vacuum interrupter and returns a clear PASS or FAIL, following ANSI/IEEE DC test methods, with a built-in printer and IP67 transport case.
Advantages
The vacuum bottle, verified in minutes
A regulated DC voltage of 1 to 85 kV in 1 kV steps is applied to the interrupter; the leakage current is measured and shown as a clear PASS or FAIL against user-set limits of 100, 200 or 300 µA.
Also a compact DC hipot
In HiPot mode the instrument displays kV, µA and TΩ with a continuous 85 kV / 300 µA rating and a stop limit adjustable from 25 to 300 µA in 25 µA steps.
Ready in seconds
The 4.3-inch ultra-bright touch display works with gloves, the unit is ready two seconds after power-up and a built-in thermal printer documents the result on the spot.
Evidence you can keep
The instrument stores 200 tests and transfers them by USB flash drive, with a high-brightness indicator and audible alert whenever high voltage is present.
Built for the field
All cables stay connected inside the rugged case, which provides IP67 protection when closed; the unit weighs 9.4 kg and works from 0 to +50 °C.
Applications
- Integrity testing of vacuum interrupters in medium-voltage breakers.
- DC hipot tests on switchgear, cables and insulation up to 85 kV.
- Commissioning and periodic maintenance in the field.
- Workshop acceptance tests with printed evidence.
About the product
The VIPO-85 runs on 100-240 V AC, and the VIPO-85B version adds a user-replaceable 14.4 V Li-ion battery; output accuracy is 1.5 % with less than 2 % ripple, current is measured from 0 to 400 µA with 1 µA resolution and test duration is settable from 2 s to 2 min, with discharge in under 3 s.
Technical specifications
| Output | 1.0-85.0 kV DC in 1 kV steps; 0.3 mA continuous at max V |
| Output accuracy | 1.5 %; ripple below 2 % (20-85 kV) |
| Current measurement | 0-400 µA; 1 µA resolution; 2 % at full scale |
| Pass/fail limit (VI test) | 100, 200 or 300 µA, user set |
| Stop limit (HiPot mode) | 25-300 µA in 25 µA steps |
| Test duration | 2 s to 2 min; discharge below 3 s |
| Display and control | 4.3-inch ultra-bright IPS touch, glove compatible |
| Results | 200 tests; USB transfer; built-in thermal printer |
| Supply | 100-240 V AC; battery version VIPO-85B (Li-ion) |
| Environment and weight | 0 to +50 °C; IP67 with case closed; 9.4 kg |
Frequently asked questions
What does the PASS/FAIL verdict mean?
The instrument compares the measured leakage current with a user-set limit (100, 200 or 300 µA) and shows PASS or FAIL for the vacuum interrupter under test.
Up to what voltage does it test?
A regulated DC voltage adjustable from 1 to 85 kV in 1 kV steps, continuously rated at 0.3 mA.
Can it be used as a hipot tester?
Yes. HiPot mode shows kV, µA and TΩ with an 85 kV / 300 µA continuous rating and an adjustable stop limit.
How are results recorded?
The unit stores 200 tests, prints them on the built-in thermal printer and transfers them by USB flash drive.
Is there a battery version?
Yes, the VIPO-85B, with a user-replaceable 14.4 V Li-ion pack for field work without mains power.