TWR-H: turns ratio and winding resistance

TWR-H: turns ratio and winding resistance

Ratio, winding resistance and demagnetization in 1.4 kg

The TWR-H is a battery-powered handheld tester that gathers three transformer tests in one device: turns ratio with excitation current and phase shift, winding resistance and core demagnetization. All with the same cable set and a single connection.

Advantages

Two DC current sources
One source of up to 2 A tests the high-voltage winding and another of up to 10 A the low-voltage one: each winding of a distribution transformer is measured with the right current, even simultaneously.

Ratio up to 20 000
The test voltage is chosen among 40, 10 and 1 V AC; at 1 V the ratio of current transformers is verified without saturating them, and the deviation from the nameplate is calculated automatically.

Automatic demagnetization
After the resistance test the device demagnetizes the core automatically and safely, leaving the transformer ready for service or for further diagnostic tests.

A full day on one charge
The user-replaceable Li-Ion battery lasts a complete day of testing, and the device also runs connected to the mains.

Applications

  • Turns ratio of single-phase and three-phase distribution transformers.
  • Ratio and polarity verification of instrument transformers.
  • Winding resistance of transformers, motors and generators.
  • Excitation current and phase angle.
  • Demagnetization of transformers, motors and generators.

About the product

Winding resistance is measured from 1 µΩ to 3 kΩ with an accuracy of ±(0.5% of reading + 0.5% FS), and the ratio with accuracy from ±0.1%. The memory organizes 100 transformer records with up to 30 results each, and the DV-TR software receives the results over Bluetooth to analyse them and create customized reports.

Accessories: H- and X-side cables with clamps, jumper cable, mains adapter, verification shunt and a transport case with IP67 protection.

Technical specifications

TestsRatio, winding resistance and demagnetization
Turns ratio0.8 – 20 000 (at 40/10 V AC); accuracy from ±0.1%
DC sourcesUp to 2 A (HV side) and up to 10 A (LV side)
Winding resistance1 µΩ – 3 kΩ; ±(0.5% rdg + 0.5% FS)
Battery14.8 V Li-Ion, replaceable; up to 100 tests
Memory and communication100 records; Bluetooth to PC
ProtectionIP40; IP67 in the closed case
Dimensions and weight170 × 310 × 58 mm; 1.4 kg

Frequently asked questions

Why two current sources?
Distribution transformers have a high turns ratio and very different resistances on the HV and LV sides; with one source per side, both windings are tested with the correct current.

Does it work on current transformers?
Yes. The 1 V AC test voltage verifies the ratio and polarity of most current transformers without saturating the core.

When does the core need demagnetizing?
After any DC test, such as winding resistance: remanent magnetism distorts other tests and causes high inrush currents.

How are the results transferred to the computer?
Over Bluetooth, with the included PC software: stored records are analysed at the office and turned into customized reports.

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If you have any doubts or need advice from our engineers, don't hesitate to contact us and we will be pleased to help you. You can also call us at (+34) 982 20 99 20.