Zes Sensor Datasheet E1

ZES Sensors

and Accessories
for precision power meters
LMG series 90/310/95/450/500

version:02. April 2014

ZES current and voltage sensors and accessories
This data book is the technical dokumentation of the current and voltage sensors from ZES
ZIMMER Electronic Systems GmbH to enlarge the measuring ranges of the power meters
series LMG.
The first section of this paper gives an survey of all ZES current sensors and the safety
precautions. Selection table and several arguments should help you to find a suitable sensor
family or fill out the support request form. The second section is about the general current
sensors, which you can use with every precision power meter of the LMG series. In the
following sections the special sensors, wiring cables and accessories for the different precision
power meters are described. Then you find a chapter with the precision high voltage divider
for meters of the LMG series. The last section with frequently asked questions will help you to
optimize the accuracy and give you some hints for the usage of our sensors.
But in all cases if you need more information or detailed support for your application please
don’t hesitate to contact us, the engineers of ZES ZIMMER will help you.
© Copyright 2014. No part of this document may be reproduced, in any form or by any means,
without the permission in writing from ZES ZIMMER Electronic Systems GmbH.
We reserve the right to implement technical changes at any time, particularly where these
changes will improve the performance.
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ZES ZIMMER 2/235 Sensors and Accessories for precision power meters
Content
1 Introduction......................................................................................... 6
1.1 Safety precautions ....................................................................................... 6
1.2 Selection table - current sensors ................................................................. 9
1.3 Selection table - voltage sensors............................................................... 11
1.4 Advantages and disadvantages of different current sensor types ............ 13
1.5 Support request ......................................................................................... 15
2 Current sensors .................................................................................17

2.1 Active error compensated AC - current clamp 40A (LMG-Z406/-Z407) 17
2.2 AC - current clamp 200A/0.2A (LMG-Z326) .......................................... 20
2.3 AC - current clamp 200A/1A (LMG-Z325) ............................................. 22
2.4 AC - current clamp 1000A/1A (LMG-Z322) ........................................... 24
2.5 Error compensated AC - current clamp 1000A (L45-Z10/-Z11) ............. 26
2.6 DC - current clamp 1000A (L45-Z26)...................................................... 28
2.7 AC - current clamp 3000A/1A (LMG-Z329) ........................................... 30
2.8 Error compensated AC - current clamp 3000A (L45-Z16/-Z17) ............. 33
2.9 Precision current transformer 1500A (LMG-Z502,-Z505,-Z510,-Z520) 36
2.10 Precision current transformer 4000A (LMG-Z542,-Z545,-Z550) ......... 40
2.11 Precision current transformer 10kA (LMG-Z562, -Z570) ..................... 43
2.12 Precision current transformer 10kA (LMG-Z582, -Z590) ..................... 46
2.13 Precision current transducer 200A (PCT200) ........................................ 49
2.14 Precision current transducer 600A (PCT600) ........................................ 56
2.15 Precision current transducer 60A (PSU60) ............................................ 63
2.16 Precision current transducer 200A (PSU200) ........................................ 70
2.17 Precision current transducer 200A (PSU200HF) ................................... 77
2.21 Precision current transducer 1000A (PSU1000HF) ............................. 106
2.22 Precision current transducer 2/5kA (SATB2000,-5000)...................... 112
2.23 Hall current sensors, 50/100/200A (L45-Z28-HALLxx) ..................... 121
2.24 Hall current sensors, 300/500/1k/2kA (L45-Z29-HALLxx)................ 124
2.25 Hall current sensors, 300/500/1k/2kA (L50-Z29-HALLxx)................ 128
2.26 Rogowski flex sensors (L45-Z32-FLEXxx)......................................... 131
2.27 HF-summing current transformer (L95-Z06) ....................................... 134
2.28 Highvoltage HF-summing current transformer (L95-Z06-HV) ........... 139
2.29 Low current shunt (LMG-SHxx) .......................................................... 144
2.30 Low current shunt with overload protection (LMG-SHxx-P).............. 149
2.31 Precision wideband current transformer WCT100 (LMG-Z601) ........ 154
2.32 Precision wideband current transformer WCT1000 (LMG-Z602) ...... 157
3 LMG95 connection cables and adapter ..........................................161
3.1 Adapter for the use of HD15-Sensors with LMG95 (L95-Z07) ............ 161
3.2 PSU/PCT-K-L95 ..................................................................................... 163
4 LMG450 connection cables and adapter ........................................166

4.1 BNC adapter to sensor input HD15 without EEPROM (L45-Z09) ....... 166
4.2 Adapter for isolated custom current sensors with 1A output (L45-Z22)167
5 LMG500 connection cables and adapter ........................................169

5.1 LMG500 current sensor adapter (L50-Z14) ........................................... 169
6 Accessories .....................................................................................171
6.1 Shielded DSUB9 extension cable, male/female (LMG-Z-DVxx) ......... 171
6.2 Sensor supply unit for up to 4 current sensors (SSU4) .......................... 172
6.3 Artificial mid point for multi phase power meters (LMG-Z-AMP)....... 178
6.4 Adaptor for measurement at Schuko devices (LMG-MAS)................... 179
6.5 Adaptor for measurement at IEC connector devices (LMG-MAK1)..... 180
6.6 Adaptor for measurement at 16A/3phase devices (LMG-MAK3)......... 181
6.7 Safety Grip for current and voltage connection (LMG-Z301) ............... 183
6.8 DSUB25 Adapter for LMG process signal interfaces (L5-IOBOX-S/-F) 184
6.9 Adapter for incremental rotation speed encoders (L45-Z18)................. 185
6.10 Adapter for incremental rotation speed encoders (L50-Z18)............... 189
6.11 Synchronisation adapter with adjustable lowpass filter (L50-Z19) ..... 193
6.12 Ethernet Adapter (L95-Z318, L45-Z318, L50-Z318, LMG-Z318) ...... 195
6.13 USB-RS232 Adapter (LMG-Z316)....................................................... 201
6.14 IEEE488 bus cable (LMG-Z312 /-Z313 /-Z314) .................................. 203
6.15 RS232 interface cable (LMG-Z317) ..................................................... 204
6.16 Safety laboratory leads (LMG-Z307/308)............................................. 205
7 Voltage sensors...............................................................................207
7.1 Precision high voltage divider (HST3/6/9/12) ....................................... 207
8 FAQ - frequently asked questions / Knowledge base ....................217

8.1 The Burden resistor................................................................................. 217
8.2 Example of an error calculation: general derivation .............................. 219
8.3 Example of an error calculation: LMG500 with external shunt............. 223
8.4 Example of an error calculation: LMG500 with HST3.......................... 224
8.5 Phase correction of current transducers with LMG500.......................... 225
8.6 Multiple external sensors in a test bench with LMG450 / LMG500 ..... 227
8.7 Avoid distortion when using external sensors in noisy environment .... 229
8.8 Range extension by changing primary ratio at current sensors.............. 231
8.9 Range extension by external Shunt and direct current input I*/I........... 232
8.10 Avoid measuring errors due to shield currents..................................... 233
8.11 Hints for wiring current transformers or HST to LMG........................ 234
Introduction
1 Introduction
1.1 Safety precautions

The following precautions are recommended to insure your safety and to provide the best
conditions for the instruments.
• When using voltage or current transformers please regard the applicable safety standards
(earthing, isolation, ...)!
• The installation of powermeter and current sensors may be accomplished only by trained
technical personnel!
• When operating the powermeter, current- and voltage sensors, certain parts can carry
hazardous voltage (e.g. primary busbar, power supply). Ignoring this warning can lead to
injury and/or cause serious damage.
• Read the user manual carefully and respect the safety precautions!
• Do not use these products in medical-related or any other equipment that may have a
potential effect on human lives.
• Always observe the operating conditions and environmental requirements as indicated in

this documentation when operating the product.
• Do not exceed the maximum specified voltage or current or use outside its measurement
category.
• Always check the condition of the case and leads before use. Never operate the unit if it has
a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been dropped or damaged
or dropped into water.
• Avoid severe impacts or rough handling that could damage the instrument.
Do not place any heavy object on the instrument.
• Keep the instruments away from water and other liquids.
• Use electrostatic discharge precautions while handling and making connections to the
instrument.
• Do not block or obstruct the ventilation openings.
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• Use suitable connection cables. Different current sensors have unique connection cables for
each different precision power meter LMG. For example: the connection cable between
PSU200 and LMG500 ‘PSU200-K-L50’ is neither suitable for PSU600 nor for LMG450.
• To avoid the risk of electrical shock, do not disassemble or attempt to repair the unit.
Incorrect repair can cause risk of electrical shock or injury to persons when unit is used.
For all repairs please return the devices to your distributor or to ZES ZIMMER Electronic
Systems.
• Do not touch energized circuits.
• The power meter with its voltage and current sensors is not designed to detect hazards or
similar! A wrong reading (e.g. by choosing a wrong filter or range) could give you the
wrong impression of a safe state. Use appropriate tools instead of this instrument to detect
dangerous situations.
1.1.1 Terms and symbols

These terms and symbols may appear in this manual or on the product.
Warning, risk of danger! Refer to the operating instructions before using the device.
In these operating instructions, failure to follow or carry out instructions preceded by
this symbol may result in personal injury or damage to the device.
Caution, risk of electric shock
Earth (ground) terminal
Protective conductor terminal
Equipment protected throughout by double insulation or reinforced insulation.
Application around and removal from hazardous live conductors is permitted.
Do not apply around or remove from hazardous live conductors.
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This symbol indicates that this product is to be collected separately. This product is
designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point. Do not dispose of
as household waste. For more information, contact the retailer or the local authorities
in charge of waste management.
1.1.2 Definition of measurement categories

• Measurement category IV corresponds to measurements taken at the source of low voltage
installations.
• Measurement category III corresponds to measurements on building installations.
• Measurement category II corresponds to measurements taken on circuits directly connected

to low voltage installations.
• Measurement category I corresponds to measurements taken on circuits not directly

connected to mains.
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1.2 Selection table - current sensors

Sensor name lower upper basic current primary L L L typical applications
corner corner accu- range connec- 95 45 50
freq. freq. racy tion /e
Current clamps
LMG-Z326 40Hz 10kHz 0.8% 200A clamp on x - x general purpose
LMG-Z325 40 Hz 5kHz 2% 200A clamp on x - x general purpose
LMG-Z322 30Hz 10kHz 0.5% 1000A clamp on x x x general purpose
LMG-Z329 45Hz 5kHz 0.5% 3000A clamp on x x x general purpose
LMG-Z406/- 5Hz 50kHz 0.2% 40A clamp on x x x frequency inverter output

Z407
L45-Z10/- 2Hz 40kHz 0.15% 1000A clamp on x x x frequency inverter output

Z11
L45-Z16/- 5Hz 10kHz 0.15% 3000A clamp on x x x frequency inverter output

Z17
L45-Z26 DC 2kHz 1.6% 1000A clamp on x x x the only clamp on solution for
DC applications
Rogowski clamps
L45-Z32- 10Hz 5kHz 1.1% 500A clamp on x x x 50Hz power quality,

Flex500 very flexible clamp on


Precision Transformer
LMG-Z502 15Hz 5kHz 0.02% 1500A feed x x x high current, no DC,

through very high precision


through high precision



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LMG-Z562 15Hz 5kHz 0.02% 10kA feed x x x high current, no DC,



through high precision, for huge
primary busbars

through high precision, for huge
primary busbars
Precision current transducer
PCT200 DC 1MHz 0.01% 200A / feed - x x applications with DC current,

300Apk through extremely high precision, high
bandwidth, specification at full
frequency range
PCT600 DC 100kHz 0.01% 600A / feed - x x applications with DC current,

900Apk through extremely high precision, high
bandwidth, specification at full
frequency range
Current transducer Hall
L45-Z28- DC 200kHz 0.9% 50A feed x x x frequency inverter output,

Hall50 through frequency inverter DC link,
low cost

low cost

low cost
L45-Z29- DC 100kHz 0.4% 300A feed x x - frequency inverter output,

low cost

low cost

low cost
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low cost
L50-Z29- DC 100kHz 0.4% 300A feed - - x frequency inverter output,

low cost

low cost

low cost

low cost
High frequency sensors
L95-Z06 5kHz 500kHz 0.5% 15A terminal x - x summing current transducer,

L95-Z06HV lighting applications,
ultrasonic
LMG-Z601 30Hz 1MHz 0.25% 100A feed x (x) x very high frequency
through applications, avionics,
ultrasonic
External shunt, low current
LMG- DC 100kHz 0.15% select terminal x no! x very low current

SHxx uA-1A
LMG- DC 10kHz 0.15% select terminal x no! x 50Hz standby current,

SHxx-P 0.3% uA-0.5A overload protection 20A for 1
minute
1.3 Selection table - voltage sensors

Sensor name lower upper basic voltage primary L L L typical applications
freq. freq. racy tion
High voltage divider HST
HST3 DC 300kHz 0.05% 3kV volt. lead x x x general purpose
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Sensor name lower upper basic voltage primary L L L typical applications

freq. freq. racy tion
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1.4 Advantages and disadvantages of different current sensor types

This section should give you a help to choose the best sensor for your application. First of all
you should know that the exactest measurement you can do is to use the direct inputs of the
meter. The errors of the phase shift and the delay of the channels are optimised for a precise
power measurement. If you must use an external sensor you should know the following points
about the different kinds of the sensors:
Precision current transducer PCT
• extremely high DC accuracy, best linearity
• extremely high accuracy at 50/60Hz
• high bandwidth, accuracy specified over full frequency range
• shielded housing, good immunity against frequency inverter emissions
• good cooling, large temperature range
• the circuit to be measured has to be opened to mount the PCT sensor
DC current clamps:
• easy to use, the sensor can be clamped on the circuit to be measured without interrupting
the circuit
• small bandwidth, low accuracy
AC current clamps:
the circuit
• small bandwidth, medium accuracy, no DC measurement
Rogowski flex sensors:
• easy to use, especially if few space is available, the sensor can be clamped on the circuit to
be measured without interrupting the circuit
• medium bandwidth, low accuracy, no DC measurement
Error compensated AC current clamps:
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the circuit
• medium bandwidth, high accuracy, no DC measurement
Precision current transformers Z5xx:
• very high accuracy
• the circuit to be measured has to be opened and then connected to the transformer
• small bandwidth, no DC measurement
Current transducer Hall:
• low cost
• medium to high bandwidth, medium accuracy, low DC measurement accuracy
• the circuit to be measured has to be opened to mount the Hall sensor
External shunts:
• very exact measurement on high frequencies, small phase error
• no galvanic isolation
• especially at high currents significant power losses and errors due to self-heating
• very small burden voltage at high voltage potential may cause differential input errors
Precision wideband current transformer WCT:
• best bandwidth, excellent power accuracy because of low phase error
• galvanic separation, user defined isolation with isolated primary measuring line
• good reliability with passive design, no power supply needed
• no DC measurement
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1.5 Support request

If you need help finding the best suitable current sensors for your application, please don’t
hesitate to contact ZES, the engineers will help you. Please fill out this fax form (two pages!)
and send it to +49 6171 52086 or describe the following points in an email send to
[email protected].
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1 current range:
1.1 lowest current to measure (Irms)?

1.2 maximum current to measure (Irms, Ipeak)?
2 overload:
(not to be measured, only withstand)
2.1 peak current and duration?

or
2.2 rms current, frequency and duration?
3 frequency range, bandwidth:
3.1 lowest frequency to measure? DC?

3.2 maximum frequency to measure?
3.3 you know about the wave shape (dc, sin,
square, pulse)?
3.4 di/dt to be followed exactly (A/us)?
3.5 ripple (Apeak-peak), ripple frequency?
3.6 optionally: please provide a graphic sketch of
your signal
4 which accuracy at which current value and

frequency is aspired?
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5 which type of connection is applicable:
5.1 clamp on, feed through or terminal?

5.2 min. L__mm x W__mm or diameter __mm?
5.3 any other mechanical requirements?
6 are there restrictions on the inserted

impedance in the current path?
7 at which working voltage does the current

sensor operate:
7.1 working voltage against earth

(Utrms, Upeak, CAT__, frequency)?
7.2 nominal voltage between phases?
7.3 current measurement at low voltage return or
at high voltage potential?
7.4 du/dt applied on primary?
8 which type of application will be measured?
9 you know the approximatly power factor?
10 combined with which type of power meter:
10.1 LMG90/310/95/450/500?
10.2 other instrument?
11 environmental conditions:
11.1 temperature range?

11.2 pollution degree?
12 additional requirements? comments?
Current sensors
2 Current sensors
2.1 Active error compensated AC - current clamp 40A (LMG-Z406/-Z407)

(LMG-Z407 is a set of 4x LMG-Z406)
Figure 1: LMG-Z406/-Z407
Figure 2: Dimensions of the LMG-Z406/-Z407
2.1.1 Safety warning!

No safety isolation, measurements only at insulated conductors allowed!
Always connect the sensor first to the meter, and afterwards to the device under test.
Connecting cable without savety isolation! Avoid contact to hazardous voltage!
Please refer to chapter 1.1: ‘Safety precautions’!
2.1.2 Specifications
Nominal input current 40A

Max. trms value 80A
Measuring range current clamp 120Apk
Maximum input, overload capability 500A for 1s
Bandwidth 5Hz to 50kHz
Current sensors
Isolation bare conductor: phase/ground 30Veff

insulated conductor: see cable spec.
Degree of pollution 2
Temperature range -10°C to +50°C
Weight 120g
Output connection HD15 (with EEPROM) for LMG sensor input
With its high basic accuracy, the lower cut-off frequency of 5Hz and the upper cut-off
frequency of 50kHz this clamp fits best for measurements at frequency inverter output. The
internal error compensation circuit is designed especial for this application.
2.1.3 Accuracy
Accuracies based on: sinusoidal current, ambient temperature 23±3°C, calibration interval 1
year, conductor in the middle of the clamp. The values are in ±(% of measuring value + % of
measuring range current clamp) and in ±(phase error in degree)
Influence of coupling mode: This current clamp can transfer only AC currents. The
compensation circuit may cause a DC signal wich is interpreted by the instrument as a DC
current. This could cause additional errors. Therefore this clamp should only be used with the
LMG setting: AC coupling. The accuracies are only valid for this case.
Frequency 5Hz to 10Hz to 45Hz to 65Hz to 1kHz to 5kHz to 20kHz to

10Hz 45Hz 65Hz 1kHz 5kHz 20kHz 50kHz
Current 1.5+0.25 0.4+0.15 0.15+0.05 0.15+0.05 0.3+0.15 1+0.25 4+0.5
Phase 6 3 0.5 0.5 2 6 20
Use LMG-Z406/-Z407 and LMG specifications to calculate the accuracy of the complete
system.
2.1.4 Ordering guide

The current clamp LMG-Z406 is available in a package with 4 clamps, it is called LMG-Z407.
The standard connection length is 3m. Optionally can be ordered a custom defined length
between 1m .. 10m.
2.1.5 Sensor operation without supply

It is important to assure a stable power supply of the sensor before switching on the load
current! The operation of the sensor with load current and without supply will cause
damage of the sensor and/or of the LMG.
Current sensors
2.1.6 Connection of the sensor with LMG90/310

The use with LMG90 and LMG310 is not possible.
2.1.7 Connection of the sensor with LMG95

Use L95-Z07, internal supply via LMG and the Isensor/external shunt input. Set LMG current
scaling factor appropriate to the scaling factor marked on the label on L95-Z07.

Use the sensor input, you get the following ranges:
nominal value 1.25A 2.5A 5A 10A 20A 40A

max. trms value 2.5A 5A 10A 20A 40A 80A
max. peak value 3.75A 7.5A 15A 30A 60A 120A

Use L50-Z14, you get the following ranges:
nominal value 0.3A 0.6A 1.25A 2.5A 5A 10A 20A 40A

max. trms value 0.6A 1.25A 2.5A 5A 10A 20A 40A 80A
max. peak value 0.94A 1.88A 3.75A 7.5A 15A 30A 60A 120A
Current sensors
2.2 AC - current clamp 200A/0.2A (LMG-Z326)
Figure 3: LMG-Z326
Figure 4: Dimensions of the LMG-Z326


Transformation ratio 1000:1
Measuring range 600A
Maximum input 600A for 3min
Burden 1 to 10 ohms
Current sensors
Weight 105g
Output connection 2 safety sockets for 4mm plugs
2.2.3 Accuracy
year, conductor in the middle of the clamp, signal frequency 50..60 Hz.
Current Amplitude error ±(% of measuring value) Phase error

1A to 10A 3 not specified
10A to 25A 2 2°
25A to 600A 1 1°
Use LMG-Z326 and LMG specifications to calculate the accuracy of the complete system.
2.2.4 Sensor operation without connection to LMG

It is important to assure a good connection from the sensor to the LMG before switching on
the load current! The operation of the sensor with load current and without connection to
the LMG will cause damage of the sensor and is dangerous for the user!
2.2.5 Connection of the sensor with LMG90/310 or other instruments with

current input
Use direct current inputs I* and I.



Current sensors
2.3 AC - current clamp 200A/1A (LMG-Z325)
Figure 5: LMG-Z325


Current sensors
Burden 1 to 2 ohms
Weight 115g
Output connection safety sockets for 4mm plugs
2.3.3 Accuracy
Accuracies based on: sinusoidal current, ambient temperature 23±3°C, conductor in the
middle of the clamp, signal frequency 50..60 Hz.

5A to 10A 3 not specified
10A to 25A 2 2.5°
25A to 250A 1 1°


current input



Current sensors
Figure 7: LMG-Z322


Burden <2.5VA
Protection class 600V CAT. III
Current sensors
Weight 650g
Output connection 2m fixed lead with safety plugs 4mm
2.4.3 Accuracy

10A to 200A 1.5% 2°
200A to 1000A 0.75% 0.75°
1000A to 1200A 0.5% 0.5°


current input


Alternative use L45-Z10/11 because of improved dynamic range with more ranges and better
bandwidth.

bandwidth.
Current sensors
2.5 Error compensated AC - current clamp 1000A (L45-Z10/-Z11)

(L45-Z11 is a set of 4x L45-Z10)
Figure 9: L45-Z10/-Z11
Figure 10: Dimensions of the L45-Z10/-Z11


Max. trms value 1200A
Weight 650g
Current sensors
2.5.3 Accuracy
year, conductor in the middle of the clamp.
The values are in ±(% of measuring value + % of measuring range current clamp)
and in ±( phase error in degree)
Frequency 2Hz to 10Hz to 45Hz to 65Hz to 1kHz to 5kHz to 10kHz to 20kHz to

10Hz 45Hz 65Hz 1kHz 5kHz 10kHz 20kHz 40kHz
Current 0.7+0.2 0.2+0.05 0.1+0.05 0.1+0.05 0.3+0.05 0.4+0.1 0.5+0.2 2+0.4
Phase 5 1 0.3 0.3 1 2 5 30
Use L45-Z10 and LMG specifications to calculate the accuracy of the complete system.



Use sensor input, you get the following ranges:

max. peak value 93.8A 188A 375A 750A 1500A 3000A

nominal value 7.5A 15A 30A 62.5A 125A 250A 500A 1000A
max. peak value 23.4A 46.9A 93.8A 188A 375A 750A 1500A 3000A
Current sensors
2.6 DC - current clamp 1000A (L45-Z26)
Figure 11: L45-Z26
Figure 12: Dimensions of the L45-Z26


Measuring range 1500Apk
Maximum input 1500A
Bandwidth DC to 2kHz
Current sensors
Weight 0.6kg
2.6.3 Accuracy
The accuracy is valid only with manual zero adjustment at the DC-Clamp prior clamp on!
The values are in ±(% of measuring value+% of nominal input current), phase in degree
Current Amplitude error Phase error Phase error

DC to 2kHz at 45 to 66Hz at 1kHz
10A to 1500A 1.5%+0.1% <0.3° <3°



Use sensor input, , internal supply via LMG, you get the following ranges:

max. trms value 31.3A 62.5A 125A 250A 500A 1000A

Use L50-Z14, internal supply via LMG, you get the following ranges:
max. trms value 7.8A 15.6A 31.3A 62.5A 125A 250A 500A 1000A
Current sensors
Figure 13: LMG-Z329

Current sensors

Burden <2.5VA
Weight 1.6kg
Output connection 2m fixed lead with safety plugs 4mm
2.7.3 Accuracy

30A to 600A 1.5 2°
600A to 3000A 0.75 0.75°
3000A to 3600A 0.5 0.5°


current input

Current sensors

bandwidth.

bandwidth.
Current sensors
2.8 Error compensated AC - current clamp 3000A (L45-Z16/-Z17)

(L45-Z17 is a set of 4x L45-Z16)
Figure 15: L45-Z16/-Z17
Figure 16: Dimensions of the L45-Z16/-Z17

Current sensors

Weight 1,6kg
2.8.3 Accuracy
year, conductor in the middle of the clamp. The values are in ±(% of measuring value + % of
measuring range current clamp) and in ±( phase error in degree)
Frequency/Hz 2Hz to 10Hz to 45Hz to 65Hz to 1kHz to 2.5kHz 5kHz to
10Hz 45Hz 65Hz 1kHz 2.5kHz to 5kHz 10kHz
Current 0.7+0.2 0.2+0.05 0.1+0.05 0.2+0.05 0.4+0.1 1+0.3 2+0.4
Phase 5 1 0.3 0.5 2 10 30


Current sensors

nominal value 100A 200A 400A 800A 1600A 3200A

max. trms value 113A 225A 450A 900A 1800A 3600A
max. peak value 281A 563A 1125A 2250A 4500A 9000A

nominal value 25A 50A 100A 200A 400A 800A 1600A 3200A
max. trms value 28A 56A 113A 225A 450A 900A 1800A 3600A
max. peak value 70A 141A 281A 563A 1125A 2250A 4500A 9000A
Current sensors
2.9 Precision current transformer 1500A (LMG-Z502,-Z505,-Z510,-Z520)
Figure 17: LMG-Z502, -Z505, -Z510, -Z520
Figure 18: Dimensions in mm of LMG-Z502, -Z505, -Z510, -Z520
Figure 19: LMG-Z502, -Z505, -Z510, -Z520 suitable bus bars
Current sensors
Figure 20: LMG-Z502, -Z505, -Z510, -Z520 connection diagram
Figure 21: topview of LMG-Z502, -Z505, -Z510, -Z520
Figure 22: orientation of LMG-Z502, -Z505, -Z510, -Z520
Current sensors

If no burden is connected, secondary terminals have to be short-circuited!
Measuring range 1500Aeff continuous

Secondary current 2Aeff
Maximum input, overload 1650Aeff for 5min.
Rated short time thermal current for 1s 40kA
Burden impedance 1 to 2.5 ohms, cos(beta)=1
Protection class 600V CAT. III / 1000V CAT. II
Weight 2.5kg
Bus bar 1x 60mm x 10mm or
2x 50mm x 10mm or
1x 40mm x 34mm or
round, diameter 51mm
primary fixing device M4x40,
slotted headless screw, max. 2Nm
Minimum center distance between adjacent 135mm
bus bars
Output connection screw terminals M5,
Philips recessed head screw,
max. 4mm^2(flexible) / 6mm^2(solid),
tightening torque 3.5Nm
2.9.3 Accuracy
year, conductor in the middle of the transformer, total burden impedance (including wiring
and current path of LMG) between 1 and 2.5 ohms.
Current sensors
Amplitude error ±(% of measuring value) / Phase error (at 48 to 66Hz)

Current Z502 Z505 Z510 Z520
7.5A to 37.5A ≤0.05 / ≤0.1° ≤0.1 / ≤0.1° ≤0.3 / ≤0.15° ≤0.5 / ≤0.3°
37.5A to 150A ≤0.03 / ≤0.07° ≤0.07 / ≤0.07° ≤0.15 / ≤0.1° ≤0.3 / ≤0.2°
150A to 375A ≤0.02 / ≤0.05° ≤0.05 / ≤0.05° ≤0.1 / ≤0.08° ≤0.2 / ≤0.16°
375A to 900A ≤0.02 / ≤0.04° ≤0.05 / ≤0.04° ≤0.1 / ≤0.06° ≤0.2 / ≤0.12°
900A to 1500A ≤0.02 / ≤0.05° ≤0.05 / ≤0.05° ≤0.1 / ≤0.08° ≤0.2 / ≤0.16°
center distance between adjacent bus bars ≥ 135mm,
at 30Hz to 48Hz and 66Hz to 440Hz twofold errors,
at 15Hz to 30Hz and 440Hz to 5kHz threefold errors.
Use LMG-Z502,-05,-10,-20 and LMG specifications to calculate the accuracy of the complete
system.


current input


Or use L45-Z22 and sensor input for better dynamic range, but small additional error term.

Current sensors
2.10 Precision current transformer 4000A (LMG-Z542,-Z545,-Z550)
Figure 23: Dimensions of LMG-Z542,-Z545,-Z550
Figure 24: LMG-Z542,-Z545,-Z550 suitable bus bars
Current sensors
Figure 25: LMG-Z542, -Z545, -Z550 connection diagram

Measuring range 4000Aeff continuous

Maximum input, overload 4400Aeff for 5min.
Weight 3.3kg
Bus bar 2x 100mm x 10mm or
3x 80mm x 10mm or
round, diameter 83mm
bus bars
Current sensors
2.10.3 Accuracy

Current Z542 Z545 Z550
20A to 100A ≤0.1 / ≤0.1° ≤0.15 / ≤0.1° ≤0.3 / ≤0.15°
100A to 400A ≤0.04 / ≤0.07° ≤0.08 / ≤0.07° ≤0.15 / ≤0.1°
400A to 1000A ≤0.02 / ≤0.05° ≤0.05 / ≤0.05° ≤0.1 / ≤0.08°
1000A to 2400A ≤0.02 / ≤0.04° ≤0.05 / ≤0.04° ≤0.1 / ≤0.06°
2400A to 4000A ≤0.02 / ≤0.05° ≤0.05 / ≤0.05° ≤0.1 / ≤0.08°
at 15Hz to 30Hz and 440Hz to 5kHz threefold errors
Use LMG-Z542,-Z545,-Z550 and LMG specifications to calculate the accuracy of the
complete system.


current input



Current sensors
2.11 Precision current transformer 10kA (LMG-Z562, -Z570)
Figure 26: LMG-Z562,-Z570
Figure 27: Dimensions of LMG-Z562,-Z570
Figure 28: LMG-Z562,-Z570 suitable bus bars
Current sensors
Figure 29: LMG-Z562, -Z570 connection diagram

Measuring range 10kAeff continuous

Maximum input, overload 11kAeff for 5min.
Weight 32kg
Bus bar 3x 160mm x 10mm
primary fixing device M5,
slotted headless screw, max. 2.5Nm
bus bars
Current sensors
2.11.3 Accuracy

Current Z562 Z570
50A to 250A ≤0.05 / ≤0.1° ≤0.3 / ≤0.15°
250A to 1000A ≤0.03 / ≤0.07° ≤0.15 / ≤0.1°
1000A to 2500A ≤0.02 / ≤0.05° ≤0.1 / ≤0.08°
2500A to 6000A ≤0.02 / ≤0.04° ≤0.1 / ≤0.06°
6000A to 10kA ≤0.02 / ≤0.05° ≤0.1 / ≤0.08°
Use LMG-Z562,-Z570 and LMG specifications to calculate the accuracy of the complete
system.


current input



Current sensors
2.12 Precision current transformer 10kA (LMG-Z582, -Z590)
Figure 30: LMG-Z582,-Z590 (picture similar)
Figure 31: Dimensions of LMG-Z582,-Z590
Figure 32: LMG-Z582,-Z590 suitable bus bars
Current sensors
Figure 33: LMG-Z582, -Z590 connection diagram

Measuring range 10kAeff continuous

Maximum input, overload 11kAeff for 5min.
Weight 23kg
Bus bar 4x 200mm x 10mm
primary fixing device M5,
slotted headless screw, max. 2.5Nm
bus bars
Current sensors
2.12.3 Accuracy

Current Z582 Z590
50A to 250A ≤0.05 / ≤0.1° ≤0.3 / ≤0.15°
250A to 1000A ≤0.03 / ≤0.07° ≤0.15 / ≤0.1°
1000A to 2500A ≤0.02 / ≤0.05° ≤0.1 / ≤0.08°
2500A to 6000A ≤0.02 / ≤0.04° ≤0.1 / ≤0.06°
6000A to 10kA ≤0.02 / ≤0.05° ≤0.1 / ≤0.08°
Use LMG-Z582,-Z590 and LMG specifications to calculate the accuracy of the complete
system.


current input



Current sensors
2.13 Precision current transducer 200A (PCT200)
Figure 34: PCT200
Figure 35: PCT200 mechanical dimensions
Current sensors
Figure 36: PCT200 mounting bushings on the back

Use connection cable and PCT together with the same serial number!
The transformers are only allowed to operate with cables which - according to the
printing on the cable - are designed for this individual transformer.
Attention: when using Busbar without isolation regard DSUB cable isolation or
avoid contact!
Nominal input current rms 200A

Maximum input current peak 300A
Maximum input overload 1500A (100ms)
Bandwidth 1MHz
Burden 0 .. 3 Ohms
Safety EN61010-1
Isolation 500V, CAT II
Attention: when using Busbar without isolation regard
DSUB cable isolation or avoid contact!
Operating temperature -40°C .. 85°C
Storage temperature -40°C .. 85°C
Current sensors
Maximum relative humidity 80% for temperatures up to 31°C decreasing linearly to 50%
relative humidity at 40°C
Weight 0.6kg
Supply ±(15V ± 5%)
EMC EN61326
Figure 37: PCT200 temperature derating
Figure 38: PCT200 typical gain error
Current sensors
Figure 39: PCT200 typical phase error
2.13.3 Accuracy
year, conductor located in the middle of the transducer.
Frequency Amplitude uncertainty in % of Phase uncertainty in

nominal input current rms degree
DC .. 5kHz ±0.01% ±0.2°
5kHz .. 100kHz ±0.5% ±4°
100kHz .. 1MHz ±20% ±30°
See specification of the LMG connection cable for the LMG measuring ranges and to
calculate the accuracy of the complete system.
2.13.4 Sensor without supply and / or open secondary circuit

Both AC and DC primary current can be applied up to 100% of nominal current under
following conditions:
• Sensor is unpowered and secondary circuit is open
• Sensor is unpowered and secondary circuit is closed
• Sensor is powered and secondary circuit is open
• Sensor is powered and secondary circuit is interrupted during measurement
Note that the sensor core will be magnetized in all four cases, leading to a small change in
output offset current (less than 10ppm).
Current sensors

current input
Use sensor supply unit SSU4 with modification for PSU60/200/400/700 and PSU-K3/K5/K10
and SSU4-K-L31 and direct current inputs I* and I.

Use PSU/PCT-K-L95, supply via LMG95, no additional error terms.
2.13.7 Connection of the sensor with LMG450 (PCT200-K-L45)

Use PCT200-K-L45 and SSU4 (standard version).
Figure 40: PCT200-K-L45, to connect the PCT200 to the LMG450 and the SSU4
This cable ‘PCT200-K-L45’ is used to connect a precision current sensor PCT200 to the
power meter LMG450 and to supply it by a sensor supply unit SSU4. In the connector to the
LMG450 the adjustment data of the PCT200 head are available as well as the serial number.
The connection is quiet simple:

• Switch all power off and plug the connector labeled ‘SSU-4’ to the SSU-4.
• Plug the connector labeled ‘PCT200’ to the Sensor
• Plug the connector labeled ‘LMG450’ to the LMG450 external sensor input.
• Now you can switch on the power and make your measurements. The power of the EUT
should be switched on at least.
The rangenames of LMG450, the sensor name and calibration data are read out of the sensor
EEPROM automaticaly.
Measuring ranges (sensor input)

nominal value 6.25 12.5 25 50 100 200
Current sensors
max. trms value 6.25 12.5 25 50 100 200

max. peak value 9.375 18.75 37.5 75 150 300
limited by PCT200 to max. 300Apk!
Accuracy
Use PCT200 and LMG450 specifications to calculate the accuracy of the complete system.
Add ±0.01% of measuring value.
Add ±30mA DC offset tolerance.

Use PCT200-K-L50 and L50-Z14, supply via LMG500.
Figure 41: PCT200-K-L50, to connect PCT200 and LMG500
power meter LMG500. In the connector to the LMG500 the adjustment data of the PCT200
head are available as well as the serial number.

• Switch all power off
• Plug the connector labeled ‘LMG500’ to the adapter L50-Z14 mounted on the LMG500
current channel

nominal value 1.5 3 6 12.5 25 50 100 200
max. trms value 1.5 3 6 12.5 25 50 100 200
Current sensors
max. peak value 2.344 4.688 9.375 18.75 37.5 75 150 300
Accuracy
2.13.9 Connection elongation

To use the current sensor with a longer connection length between power meter and PCT
connect a well shielded 1:1 extention cable between the PCT (DSUB9f plug) and the PCT
connection cable (DSUB9m plug) and screw both plugs together. This extention cable is
available at ZES (LMG-Z-DVxx). Required length (up to 15m) is to be given by customer
along with the order. Interference from strong electromagnetical disturbed environments may
affect the measurement accuracy. This depends from the respective installation in the
complete system and is out of responsibility of ZES ZIMMER.
Current sensors
2.14 Precision current transducer 600A (PCT600)
Figure 42: PCT600
Figure 43: PCT600 mechanical dimensions
Current sensors
Figure 44: PCT600 mounting bushings on the back

Use connection cable and PCT together with the same serial number!
The transformers are only allowed to operate with cables which - according to the
printing on the cable - are designed for this individual transformer.
Attention: when using Busbar without isolation regard DSUB cable isolation or
avoid contact!
Nominal input current rms 600A

Maximum input current peak 900A
Maximum input overload 4500A (100ms)
Bandwidth 100kHz
Burden 0 .. 3 Ohms
Safety EN61010-1
Isolation 500V, CAT II
DSUB cable isolation or avoid contact!
Operating temperature -40°C .. 85°C
Storage temperature -40°C .. 85°C
Current sensors
Maximum relative humidity 80% for temperatures up to 31°C decreasing linearly to 50%
relative humidity at 40°C
Weight 0.6kg
Supply ±(15V ± 5%)
EMC EN61326
Figure 45: PCT600 temperature derating
Figure 46: PCT600 typical gain error
Figure 47: PCT600 typical phase error
Current sensors
2.14.3 Accuracy
year, conductor located in the middle of the transducer.
Frequency Amplitude uncertainty in % of Phase uncertainty in

nominal input current rms degree
DC .. 2kHz ±0.01% ±0.1°
2kHz .. 10kHz ±0.5% ±0.5°
10kHz .. 100kHz ±3% ±3°
2.14.4 Sensor without supply and / or open secondary circuit

Both AC and DC primary current can be applied up to 100% of nominal current under
following conditions:
• Sensor is unpowered and secondary circuit is open
• Sensor is unpowered and secondary circuit is closed
• Sensor is powered and secondary circuit is open
• Sensor is powered and secondary circuit is interrupted during measurement
Note that the sensor core will be magnetized in all four cases, leading to a small change in
output offset current (less than 10ppm).

current input
Use sensor supply unit SSU4 with modification for PSU60/200/400/700 and PSU-K3/K5/K10

Use PSU/PCT-K-L95, supply via LMG95, no additional error terms.

Use PCT600-K-L45 and SSU4 (standard version).
Current sensors
Figure 48: PCT600-K-L45, to connect the PCT600 to the LMG450 and the SSU4
This cable ‘PCT600-K-L45’ is used to connect a precision current sensor PCT600 to a power
meter LMG450 and to supply it by a sensor supply unit SSU4. In the connector to the
LMG450 the adjustment data of the PCT600 head are available as well as the serial number.


nominal value 18.7 37.5 75 150 300 600
max. trms value 18.7 37.5 75 150 300 600
max. peak value 28.125 56.25 112.5 225 450 900
Accuracy

Use PCT600-K-L50 and L50-Z14, supply via LMG500.
Current sensors
Figure 49: PCT600-K-L50, to connect PCT600 and LMG500
power meter LMG500. In the connector to the LMG500 the adjustment data of the PCT600
head are available as well as the serial number.

• Switch all power off
• Plug the connector labeled ‘LMG500’ to the adapter L50-Z14 mounted on the LMG500
current channel

nominal value 4.5 9 18 37.5 75 150 300 600
max. trms value 4.5 9 18 37.5 75 150 300 600
max. peak value 7.031 14.063 28.125 56.25 112.5 225 450 900
Accuracy

To use the current sensor with a longer connection length between power meter and PCT
connect a well shielded 1:1 extention cable between the PCT (DSUB9f plug) and the PCT
Current sensors

Current sensors
2.15 Precision current transducer 60A (PSU60)

(This product is discontinued, for replacement see: PCT200)
Figure 50: PSU60
Figure 51: Dimensions of the PSU60

Dont allow primary current without supply of the PSU!
Current sensors
Use connection cable and PSU together with the same serial number!

Measuring range PSU ±60Apk
Maximum input overload 66Aeff 3min
300A 100ms
Bandwidth (small signal 0.5%
of nominal input current)
±1dB DC to 500kHz
±3dB DC to >800kHz
Slew rate (10%-90%) >25A/us
Response time (to 90% of <1us
nominal input current)
Burden Rb 0 .. 20 ohms
Isolation • rated isolation voltage rms, reinforced isolation: 600V
rated isolation voltage rms, single isolation: 2000V
with IEC 61010-1 standards and following conditions:
over voltage category III, pollution degree 2
• rms voltage, AC isolation test, 50/60Hz, 1min: 5.4kV
• impuls withstand voltage 1.2/50us: 9.9kV
• rated isolation voltage rms, reinforced isolation: 600V
with EN50178 standards and following conditions: over
voltage category III, pollution degree 2
• creepage distance: 11mm
• clearance distance: 11mm
• comparative tracking index CTI: 600V
DSUB cable isolation or avoid contact!!
Operating temperature +10°C to +50°C
(operation down to -20°C is possible, please note: ‘non
condensing ambient conditions’ and ‘specified temperature
drift in the range of -20°C to +10°C is typical, not
guaranteed’)
Storage temperature -20°C to +85°C
Current sensors
Humidity (non condensing) 20-80% RH

Weight approx. 0.3kg
Output connection depending on adapter cable to LMGxx
supply ±15V / 180mA
The transformers are only allowed to operate with cables which - according to the printing on
the cable - are designed for this individual transformer.
2.15.3 Accuracy
Accuracies based on: sinusoidal current, frequency DC to 100Hz, ambient temperature
23±3°C, calibration interval 1 year, conductor in the middle of the transducer.
Amplitude error ±(% of meas.value+% of measuring range PSU) 0.015%+0.005%

Phase error 0.02°
Temperature coefficient (+10°C to +50°C) < ±0.15mA/K

damage of the sensor and/or of the LMG/supply unit!
To remove the LMG/supply unit from the test location without removing the PSU sensors
from the current path, you can do alternatively:
• Leave the PSU at the current path and disconnect the cable at the PSU side.
Disconnect the DSUB9 plug from the PSU and interconnect all of the 9 pins with the shield
at the PSU plug.
or:
• Leave the PSU and the connection cable at the current path and disconnect the cable at the
LMG/supply unit side.
Current sensors
1. Systems with supply via LMG:

Disconnect the HDSUB15 plug from the LMG and connect all of the 15 pins and the shield
at the cable plug together
2. Systems with supply via supply unit SSU4:

Disconnect the HDSUB15 plug from the LMG and disconnect the DSUB9 plug from the
supply unit SSU4. Connect all of the 15 pins and the shield at the LMG cable plug
together and connect all of the 9 pins and the shield at the SSU4 cable plug together
To do this, the load current has to be switched off!

current input
Use sensor suppy unit SSU4 with modification for PSU60/200/400/700 (SSU4-MOD) and
PSU-K3/K5/K10 and SSU4-K-L31 and direct current inputs I* and I.

Use PSU/PCT-K-L95, supply via LMG95, no additional error terms, but only one range and
not suitable for small currents.
With slightly less accuracy at fullrange, but with considerably more dynamic range and so
better accuracy at small currents it is also possible to use PSU60-K-L50 and L95-Z07. With
this assembly you get 8 ranges and a good dynamic down to a few Amps, but a small
additional error term from the PSU60-K-L50 cable. Set LMG current scaling factor
appropriate to the scaling factor marked on the label on L95-Z07.
It depends on the magnitude and the dynamic of the measuring current, which connection is
better.
2.15.7 Connection of the sensor with LMG450 (PSU60-K-L45)

Use PSU60-K-L45 and SSU4 (standard version, without modification).
Current sensors
Figure 52: PSU60-K-L45, to connect the PSU60 to the LMG450 and the SSU4
This cable ‘PSU60-K-L45’ is used to connect a precision current sensor PSU60 to a power
meter LMG450 and to supply it by a sensor supply unit SSU4.
In the connector to the LMG450 the adjustment data of the PSU60 head are available as well
as it’s serial number. For this reason this connector is delivered already mounted to the PSU60
head and the screws are sealed, when you have ordered the package ‘PSU60-L45’. This
should prevent, that the wrong PSU60 head is connected to the cable.


max. trms value 1.875A 3.75A 7.5A 15A 30A 60A
max. peak value 1.875A 3.75A 7.5A 15A 30A 60A
limited by PSU60 to max. 60Apk!
Accuracy
Use PSU60 and LMG450 specifications to calculate the accuracy of the complete system.

Use PSU60-K-L50 and L50-Z14, supply via LMG500.
Current sensors
Figure 53: PSU60-K-L50, to connect PSU60 and LMG500
This cable ‘PSU60-K-L50’ is used to connect a precision current sensor PSU60 to the power
meter LMG500.
as it’s serial number. For this reason this connector is delivered already mounted to the PSU60
head and the screws are sealed, when you have ordered the package ‘PSU60-L50’. This
should prevent, that the wrong PSU60 head is connected to the cable.

Switch all power off, plug the connector labeled ‘LMG500’ to the adapter L50-Z14 mounted
on the LMG500 current channel. Now you can switch on the power and make the
measurements. The range names of LMG500, the sensor name and calibration data are read
out of the sensor EEPROM automaticaly.

nominal value 0.25A 0.5A 1A 2A 4A 8A 16A 32A
max. trms value 0.469A 0.938A 1.875A 3.75A 7.5A 15A 30A 60A
max. peak value 0.469A 0.938A 1.875A 3.75A 7.5A 15A 30A 60A
Accuracy
Current sensors

To use the current sensor with a longer connection length between power meter and PSU
connect a well shielded 1:1 extention cable between the PSU (DSUB9f plug) and the PSU
Current sensors

Figure 54: PSU200

Current sensors

1kA 100ms
±1dB DC to 150kHz
±3dB DC to >500kHz
Slew rate (10%-90%) >100A/us
guaranteed’)
Current sensors

2.16.3 Accuracy

Phase error 0.02°

at the PSU plug.
or:
Current sensors



current input
Use sensor suppy unit SSU4 with modification for PSU60/200/400/700 and PSU-K3/K5/K10

better.

Current sensors
as it’s serial number. For this reason this connector is delivered already mounted to the
PSU200 head and the screws are sealed, when you have ordered the package ‘PSU200-L45’.
This should prevent, that the wrong PSU200 head is connected to the cable.


nominal value 3.13A 6.25A 12.5A 25A 50A 100A
Accuracy

Current sensors
This cable ‘PSU200-K-L50’ is used to connect a precision current sensor PSU200 to the
power meter LMG500.

measurements. The rangenames of LMG500, the sensor name and calibration data are read out
of the sensor EEPROM automaticaly.

nominal value 0.75A 1.5A 3.13A 6.25A 12.5A 25A 50A 100A
Accuracy
Current sensors

Current sensors
2.17 Precision current transducer 200A (PSU200HF)

Figure 58: PSU200HF
Figure 59: Dimensions of the PSU200HF

Current sensors

1kA 100ms
Bandwidth (small signal
20App, Rb=2.5Ohm, primary
current in the middle of the
transducer head)
±0.4dB (equivalent to ±4.7%) DC to 150kHz
±3dB (typical) DC to >1MHz
Slew rate (10%-90%) >100A/us
guaranteed’)
Current sensors

2.17.3 Accuracy

Phase error 0.02°

at the PSU plug.
or:
Current sensors



current input

better accuracy at small currents it is also possible to use PSU200HF-K-L50 and L95-Z07.
With this assembly you get 8 ranges and a good dynamic down to a few Amps, but a small
additional error term from the PSU200HF-K-L50 cable. Set LMG current scaling factor
better.

You can use PSU200-K-L45 and SSU4 (standard version, without modification), but it is not
recommended to use this high frequency sensor with the LMG450.
2.17.8 Connection of the sensor with LMG500 (PSU200HF-K-L50)

Use PSU200HF-K-L50 and L50-Z14, supply via LMG500.
Current sensors
Figure 60: PSU200HF-K-L50, to connect PSU200HF and LMG500
This cable ‘PSU200HF-K-L50’ is used to connect a precision current sensor PSU200HF to

the power meter LMG500.
In the connector to the LMG500 the adjustment data of the PSU200HF head are available as
well as it’s serial number. For this reason this connector is delivered already mounted to the
PSU200HF head and the screws are sealed, when you have ordered the package ‘PSU200HF-
L50’. This should prevent, that the wrong PSU200HF head is connected to the cable.


limited by PSU200HF to max. 200Apk!
Accuracy
Use PSU200HF and LMG500 specifications to calculate the accuracy of the complete system.

Current sensors

Current sensors

(This product is discontinued, for replacement see: PCT200 and PCT600)
Figure 61: PSU400

Current sensors

2kA 100ms
±1dB DC to 150kHz
±3dB DC to >500kHz
Slew rate (10%-90%) >80A/us
Burden 0 .. 2.5ohms
guaranteed’)
Current sensors

2.18.3 Accuracy

Phase error 0.02°

at the PSU plug.
or:
Current sensors



current input

better.

Current sensors


Accuracy

Current sensors
power meter LMG500.


nominal value 1.5A 3A 6A 12.5A 25A 50A 100A 200A
Accuracy

Current sensors
Current sensors



Maximum input overload 660A 3min
3kA 100ms
±3dB DC to >100kHz
Slew rate (10%-90%) >100A/us
Current sensors

Burden 2.5 ohms
guaranteed’)
Weight 1kg
2.19.3 Accuracy
year, conductor in the middle of the transducer.
Current sensors
Frequency Amplitude error±(% of meas.value+% of measuring range PSU) Phase error

DC to 100Hz 0.015+0.005 0.02°
100Hz to 2.5kHz 0.015+0.005 0.1°
2.5kHz to 10kHz 0.05+0.025 0.2°
10kHz to 30kHz 0.6 to 0.2 0.7°
30kHz to 100kHz 6+3 3°

at the PSU plug.
or:


Current sensors

current input
Use sensor suppy unit SSU4 and PSU-K3/K5/K10 and SSU4-K-L31 and direct current inputs
I* and I.

You can use PSU600-K3-L95, supply via LMG95, no additional error terms, but only two
ranges and not suitable for small currents.
better accuracy at small currents it is better to use PSU600-BUR15.
better.
2.19.6.1 PSU600-K3-L95
Figure 66: PSU600-K3-L95, for direct connection of the

PSU600 to the current input of the LMG95
Current sensors
Figure 67: Connection of one PSU600 to the LMG95
Accuracy
Measuring ranges
nominal value 225A 450A
max. trms value 450A 900A
max. peak value 703.5A 1407A
2.19.6.2 Precision burden for PSU600 and LMG95 (PSU600-BUR15)
Figure 68: PSU 600 - BUR15, to connect the PSU600 to the shunt input of the LMG95 directly.
Current sensors
Figure 69:Connection of PSU600 and BUR15 to the LMG95
Specifications
Range Low High
(Selected with internal slide switch of the
PSU600-BUR15)
Necessary scale setting at the LMG95 100 1000
Displayed measurement ranges at the 3/6/12/25/50/100/200/ 30/60/120/250/500/
LMG95 400A 1000/2000/4000A
Measurable Peak Current 9/18/36/75/150/300/ 90/180/360/600*/600*/
350*/350*Apk 600*/600*/600*Apk
*
limited by the PSU600
Maximum input 3kA for 0.1s

Protection class 300V CATIII; 600V CATII
Temperature range +10°C to +50°C
Weight 0.25kg
Output connection 2x SUBD to PSU and Aux. supply socket of the
LMG95; 2x laboratory plugs to ext. Shunt
Accuracy
year, conductor in the middle of the transducer.
Current sensors
Values including errors of PSU600 and PSU600-BUR15

Frequency in kHz Amplitude error±(% of measuring value+% of measuring range) Phase error
DC to 0.1 0.035+0.005 0.02°
0.1 to 2.5 0.035+0.005 0.1°
2.5 to 10 0.06+0.025 0.2°
10 to 30 0.6 to 0.2 0.7°
30 to 100 6+3 3°
Use this table and LMG specifications to calculate the accuracy of the complete system.

Use PSU600-K-L45 and SSU4.


Current sensors
Accuracy

power meter LMG500.


nominal value 2.5A 5A 10A 20A 40A 80A 160A 320A
Current sensors
Accuracy

Current sensors

Figure 72: PSU700
Current sensors


3.5kA 100ms
±1dB DC to 50kHz
±3dB DC to >100kHz
Slew rate (10%-90%) >100A/us
Burden 0 .. 2.5 ohms
Current sensors

guaranteed’)
2.20.3 Accuracy

Phase error 0.02°

at the PSU plug.
or:
Current sensors



current input

better.

Current sensors


Accuracy

Current sensors
power meter LMG500.


nominal value 2.4A 4.8A 9.6A 20A 40A 80A 160A 320A
Accuracy

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2.21 Precision current transducer 1000A (PSU1000HF)

(This product is discontinued, for replacement see: PCT600 and Danisense DS2000)
Figure 76: Dimensions of the PSU1000HF

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Maximum trms value 1000A
(with burden 0 .. 3 ohms, use
this value for error calculation)
(if the total resistance of
connection cable and burden
resistor is < 1ohm)
(with LMG500 connection
cable, standard length)
4kA 100ms
Bandwidth (small signal)
±3dB DC to >500kHz
Slew rate (10%-90%) >100A/us
Burden 0 .. 3 ohms
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guaranteed’)
Weight approx. 1.0 kg
supply ±15V / 1.08A
2.21.3 Accuracy

Phase error 0.02°


current input
Use SSU4 with modification for PSU1000HF and PSU-K3/K5/K10 to connect PSU1000HF
with SSU4 and SSU4-K-L31 to connect current output of SSU4 with LMG90/310 I* and I.
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Use SSU4 with modification for PSU1000HF and PSU-K3/K5/K10 to connect PSU1000HF
with SSU4 and SSU4-K-L31 to connect current output of SSU4 with LMG95 I* and I.

Use PSU1000HF-K and SSU4 with modifikation for PSU1000HF.
Figure 77: PSU1000HF-K, to connect the PSU1000HF to the LMG450 and the SSU4
This cable ‘PSU1000HF-K’ is used to connect a precision current sensor PSU1000HF to the
power meter LMG450 and to supply it by a sensor supply unit SSU4.
In the connector to the LMG the adjustment data of the PSU head is available as well as it’s
serial number. For this reason this connector is delivered already mounted to the PSU head
and the screws are sealed. This should prevent, that the wrong PSU head is connected to the
cable.

• Plug the connector labeled ‘LMG’ to the LMG450 external sensor input

nominal value 15A 31.25A 62.5A 125A 250A 500A
(see specifications for detailed information)
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Accuracy
Use PSU1000HF and LMG450 specifications to calculate the accuracy of the complete
system. Add ±150mA DC offset tolerance.

Use PSU1000HF-K and SSU4 with modifikation for PSU1000HF.
Figure 78: PSU1000HF-K, to connect the PSU1000HF to the LMG500 and the SSU4
This cable ‘PSU1000HF-K’ is used to connect a precision current sensor PSU1000HF to the
power meter LMG500 and to supply it by a sensor supply unit SSU4.
In the connector to the LMG the adjustment data of the PSU head is available as well as it’s
serial number. For this reason this connector is delivered already mounted to the PSU head
and the screws are sealed. This should prevent, that the wrong PSU head is connected to the
cable.

• Plug the connector labeled ‘LMG’ to the LMG500 with Sensoradapter L50-Z14.
Figure 79: L50-Z14
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nominal value 3.75A 7.5A 15A 31.25A 62.5A 125A 250A 500A
max. trms value 7A 15.625A 31.25A 62.5A 125A 250A 500A 1000A
max. peak value 7A 15.625A 31.25A 62.5A 125A 250A 500A 1000A
(see specifications for detailed information)
Accuracy
Use PSU1000HF and LMG500 specifications to calculate the accuracy of the complete
system. Add ±150mA DC offset tolerance.

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2.22 Precision current transducer 2/5kA (SATB2000,-5000)

(This product is discontinued, for replacement see: Danisense DS2000)
Figure 80: Dimensions of the SATB2000 transducer head
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Figure 81: Dimensions of the SATB5000 transducer head
Figure 82:SATB three phase system
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Figure 83:SATB technical current direction

All transducer heads must be connected to earth ground!
First connect the transducer head to the unit using the transducer head cable and mount
the programming plug in the connector on the head (not necessary with SATB2000hf),
connect the power meter to the 4mm jacks, take care that the short circuit adapter is
mounted on the DSUB15 analogue output jack, switch on the SAT supply rack and
afterwards switch on the device under test.
It is mandatory that the secondary current path remains closed whenever the
system is powered - if not, there is a risk of permanently damaging the system.
Dont allow primary current without supply and proper connection of the SAT
unit!
This transducer must be used in electric/electronic equipment with respect to

applicable standards and safety requirements in accordance with the manufacturer’s
operating instructions. When operating the transducer, certain parts of the module can
carry hazardous voltage (e.g. primary busbar, power supply). Ignoring this warning can
lead to injury and/or cause serious damage. This transducer is a build-in device, whose
conducting parts must be inaccessible after installation. A protective housing or
additional shield could be used. Main supply must be able to be disconnected.
2.22.2 Grounding the transducer head

For safety reasons, all transducer heads must be connected to earth ground! Connect the earth
wire to the transducer head using a M10 ring terminal fastened to one of the 4 mounting holes
on the brackets.
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2.22.3 Back panel
Figure 84:SATB electronics back panel
Reference Description
1 IEC power inlet: This connector accepts a standard IEC power cord (supplied).
2 Type / Serial number plate. Three individual S/Ns may be listed here: One for
the ITZ electronics, one for the matching head.
3 Transducer head: Connection to the transducer head.
4 DSUB15 Analog out, with short circuit plug
5 Current ±: Secondary current output.
6 Monitor: Voltage output with a buffered replica of the secondary current,

accuracy +-5%
7 Status/Interlock signal outputs.
8 Option A+B: These positions are for future expansion (not used).
2.22.4 Quick start / power up the system

To quickly get your SAT system up and running follow the instructions:
• Connect the transducer head to the electronics and supply unit using the supplied
transducer head cable and mount the programming plug head (not necessary with
SATB2000hf and SATB5000) in the connector on the head.
Use Head and electronics with suitable serial numbers!
• Connect the precision power meter LMG to the SAT with the analogue 4mm current output
jacks. Connect the red 4mm jack with I* and the black 4mm jack with I of the power meter.
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Take care, that the the short circuit adapter is mounted on the DSUB15 analogue output
jack!
• Take care that the transducer head is connected to earth!
• Connect the power cord, the system is powered.
• The SAT will now measure the current running through the transducer head. On the front
plate the status of the unit can be monitored using the LEDs.
2.22.5 LEDs on the front

On the front of the electronics and supply rack there are 12 LEDs for indication of system
status, warning and error:
POWER: This LED is lit (blue) when the unit is on.

ACTIVE: This LED is lit (yellow) when the transducer output is active, with Ip higher
than approximately 1% of nominal full-scale output.
HIGH Ip: This LED is lit (yellow) when the transducer output is active with an Ip higher
than 105% of nominal full-scale output.
OVERLOAD: This LED is lit (red) when the transducer head saturates due to excessive
primary current.
600-24000A: The 2000A / 5000A LED (yellow) is lit according to the connected transducer
head.
CUSTOM: This LED is lit (yellow) when the system setup has detected a custom head
configuration.
STATUS: This LED is lit (green) when the status of the unit is OK.
2.22.6 Status / Interlock connector

All signals on the Status/Interlock connector are optically isolated, open-collector types. The
four signals are present on the connector, each having two dedicated pins: collector (C) and
emitter (E). The signals are “active low”, meaning that an active signal will draw current from
collector to emitter.
OVERLOAD: Active low when the transducer head is saturated due to excessive primary
current.
Pin 1: C / Pin 6: E
HIGH IP: Active low when the transducer output is active with an IP higher than 105% of
nominal full-scale output.
Pin 2: C / Pin 7: E
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ACTIVE: Active low when the transducer output is active, with an IP higher than
approximately 1% of nominal full-scale output.
Pin 3: C / Pin 8: E
STATUS: Active low when the status of the unit is OK.

Pin 4: C / Pin 9: E
Electrical specification, each port:

Symbol Detail Specification Unit
VCEO Maximum off-state voltage 60 V
VECO Maximum reverse off-state voltage 5 V
IC Maximum on-state CE current 10 mA
VCE(sat) Saturation CE voltage <1 V
2.22.7 Analogue output connection

Do not remove the mounted shorter plug from the DSUB15-f analog out connector!
Connect the LMG I* and I jacks with the two standard 4mm jacks using the measuring leads
delivered together with the power meter.
2.22.8 Mounting requirements

The electronics and supply unit must be mounted horizontally. To ensure proper cooling the
heat sink on the right and the air inlet on the left side of the unit must be kept free. Failure to
do this may result in improper cooling of the system which may lead to malfunction of the
unit.
Transducer heads are mounted using four M10 screws inserted into the holes on the brackets.
The heads can be installed in any directions.
2.22.9 General specifications
degree of pollution 2
operating environment temperature transducer head: +0°C to +55°C
temperature electronics rack: +10°C to +40°C
humidity (noncondensing): 20-80%RH
ambient storage temperature: -20°C to +85°C
power supply 100-240V, 50..60Hz,
SATB2000: 50VA
SATB5000: 100VA
electronics rack 480mm x 88mm x 430mm
8.4kg
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monitor output, 5% accuracy ±1V

connection cable between standard: 10m
transducer and supply unit optional on request: 2.5m, 5m, 20m, 30m
analogue output connector two standard 4 mm jacks
status/interlock connector DSUB9 male
2.22.10 Specifications SATB2000
nominal input current ±125Apk to ±2000Apk,

user selectable in 125Apk steps, please specify at order
nominal secondary current ±1Apk
transformation ratio depends on programming adapter (max. nominal input
current):
125:1 ... 2000:1
overload capacity ±10kA for 100ms
DC accuracy
offset error: <2ppm
offset stability (no load): <1ppm/month
linearity error: <2ppm
temperature coefficient of I
(10°C .. 40°C): <0.1ppm/K
Use SATB2000 and LMG specifications to calculate the
accuracy of the complete system.
bandwidth ±3dB (<1% Inom) DC .. 80kHz
dynamic response, di/dt slew rate (10%-90%): >20A/us
delay time: <1us
external burden 0 .. 1.5 ohms
isolation characteristics • rated isolation voltage rms, reinforced isolation: 1250V
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output cable isolation or avoid contact!!
weight transducer head: approx. 4.6kg
2.22.11 Specifications SATB5000
nominal input current ±5000Apk

nominal secondary current ±2Apk
transformation ratio 2500:1
overload capacity ±25kA for 100ms
DC accuracy
offset error: <2ppm
offset stability (no load): <1ppm/month
linearity error: <2ppm
temperature coefficient of I
(10°C .. 40°C): <0.1ppm/K
Use SATB5000 and LMG specifications to calculate the
bandwidth ±3dB (<0.5% Inom) DC .. 80kHz
dynamic response, di/dt slew rate (10%-90%): >20A/us
delay time: <1us
external burden 0 .. 1.5 ohms
isolation characteristics • rated isolation voltage rms, reinforced isolation: 2000V

output cable isolation or avoid contact!!
weight transducer head: approx. 17kg
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2.22.12 Connection of the sensors with LMG90/310 or other instruments with

current input
2.22.13 Connection of the SATB2000 sensor with LMG95

direct current input I* and I 150mA .. 1.2A range 4 ranges
with L95-O8-3 modification 40mA .. 1.2A range 6 ranges



with L95-O8-3 modification 40mA .. 2.5A range 7 ranges


2.22.19 Included in delivery

• transducer head
• connection cable between transducer head and electronics rack, standard length 10m
• electronics 19 inch rack-mount with supply and electronics, including AC power cord
• programming plug, please specify the current range at order!
(no programming plug with SATB5000)
• short circuit adapter (mounted on the DSUB15 analogue output jack)
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2.23 Hall current sensors, 50/100/200A (L45-Z28-HALLxx)
Figure 85: Dimensions of the L45-Z28-HALL50 and HALL100
Figure 86: Dimensions of the L45-Z28-HALL200

Do not overload any current sensor with more than the measurable TRMS value!
2.23.2 Specifications and accuracies

year, conductor in the middle of the hall sensor.
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Sensor HALL50 HALL100 HALL200

Rated range value 35A 60A 120A
Measurable TRMS value 50A 100A 200A
Permissible peak value 70A 120A 240A
Accuracies in % of measurable TRMS value at DC .. ±0.9 ±0.7 ±0.65
100Hz
Linearity 0.15% 0.15% 0.15%
DC offset error at 25°C ±0.2A ±0.2A ±0.4A
DC offset thermal drift (0°C.. 70°C) ±0.5A ±0.5A ±0.5A
Response time at 90% of measurable TRMS value <1µs <1µs <1µs
di/dt accurately followed > 200A/µs > 200A/µs > 200A/µs
Bandwidth (-1dB) DC to 200kHz DC to 200kHz DC to 100kHz
Use HALLxx and LMG specifications to calculate the accuracy of the complete system.
This sensors are supplied by the HD15 sensor connector of the LMG.

To remove the LMG/supply unit from the test location without removing the sensors from the
current path, disconnect the HD15 plug from the LMG and connect all of the 15pins together
with ground (shield of the plug). To do this, the load current has to be switched off!



HALL50:
nominal value 1.09A 2.19A 4.38A 8.75A 17.5A 35A
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max. trms value 1.57A 3.13A 6.25A 12.5A 25A 50A

max. peak value 2.19A 4.38A 8.75A 17.5A 35A 70A
HALL100:

HALL200:


HALL50:
nominal value 0.27A 0.55A 1.09A 2.19A 4.38A 8.75A 17.5A 35A
max. trms value 0.39A 0.79A 1.57A 3.13A 6.25A 12.5A 25A 50A
max. peak value 0.55A 1.09A 2.19A 4.38A 8.75A 17.5A 35A 70A
HALL100:
HALL200:
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2.24 Hall current sensors, 300/500/1k/2kA (L45-Z29-HALLxx)
Figure 88: Dimensons of the L45-Z29-HALL500
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Sensor HALL300 HALL500 HALL1000 HALL2000

Rated range value 250A 400A 600A 1000A
Measurable TRMS value 300A 500A 1000A 2000A
Permissible peak value 500A 800A 1200A 2100A
Accuracies in % of measurable TRMS value at DC ±0.4 ±0.8 ±0.4 ±0.3
.. 100Hz
Linearity 0.1% 0.1% 0.1% 0.1%
DC offset error at 25°C ±0.4A ±0.5A ±2A ±4A
DC offset thermal drift (0°C.. 70°C) ±1.3A ±0.6A ±2.5A ±1.5A
Response time at 90% of measurable TRMS value <1µs <1µs <1µs <1µs
di/dt accurately followed > 100A/µs > 100A/µs > 50A/µs > 50A/µs
Bandwidth (-1dB) DC..100kHz DC..100kHz DC..150kHz DC..100kHz
Supply current @ ±15V 270mA 420mA 270mA 460mA
This sensors have an additional 9 pin SUB-D connector for an external supply (for example
SSU4). If you want to use your own supply, you have to use the following pins of the 9 pin
SUB-D connector:
GND: Pin 3 and Pin 4 (always connect both)

-15V Pin 5
+15V Pin 9
Please make sure, that your own power supply can drive the needed supply current. If you
offer too few current you will get distortions and other accuracy losses in your measured
current without warning!
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current path, disconnect the DSUB9 plug and the HD15 plug from the LMG and connect all
of the 9pins and all of the 15pins together with ground (shield of the plugs). To do this, the
load current has to be switched off!


The use with LMG95 is not recommended, better use: L50-Z29-Hallxx and L95-Z07. Set
LMG current scaling factor appropriate to the scaling factor marked on the label on L95-Z07.

HALL300:
nominal value 7.8A 15.6A 31.1A 62.5A 125A 250A

HALL500:
nominal value 12.5A 25A 50A 100A 200A 400A

HALL1000:

HALL2000:

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The use with LMG500 is not recommended, please see L50-Z29-Hallxx
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2.25 Hall current sensors, 300/500/1k/2kA (L50-Z29-HALLxx)
Figure 91: Dimensions of the L50-Z29-Hall300
Figure 92: Dimensons of the L50-Z29-Hall500
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Sensor HALL300 HALL500 HALL1000 HALL2000

Rated range value 250A 400A 600A 1000A
Measurable TRMS value 300A 500A 1000A 2000A
Permissible peak value 500A 800A 1200A 2100A
Accuracies in % of measurable TRMS value at DC ±0.4 ±0.8 ±0.4 ±0.3
.. 100Hz
Linearity 0.1% 0.1% 0.1% 0.1%
DC offset error at 25°C ±0.4A ±0.5A ±2A ±4A
DC offset thermal drift (0°C.. 70°C) ±1.3A ±0.6A ±2.5A ±1.5A
Response time at 90% of measurable TRMS value <1µs <1µs <1µs <1µs
di/dt accurately followed > 100A/µs > 100A/µs > 50A/µs > 50A/µs
Bandwidth (-1dB) DC..100kHz DC..100kHz DC..150kHz DC..100kHz


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The use with LMG450 is not possible!

HALL300:
nominal value 2A 3.9A 7.8A 15.6A 31.1A 62.5A 125A 250A

HALL500:
max. peak value 6.25A 12.5A 25A 50A 100A 200A 400A 800A
HALL1000:
HALL2000:
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2.26 Rogowski flex sensors (L45-Z32-FLEXxx)
Figure 95: Dimensions of the L45-Z32-FLEX xx
Figure 96: Dimensions of the L45-Z32-FLEX xx

Sensor FLEX 500 FLEX 1000 FLEX 3000
Rated range value 500A 1000A 3000A
Permissible peak range value 700A 1400A 4200A
Position sensitivity ±5% ±2% ±2%
Frequency range 10Hz .. 5kHz 10Hz .. 5kHz 10Hz .. 5kHz
Phase Shift (at 50/60Hz, cable in middle of the head) 0.1° 0.1° 0.1°
Rogowski sensor length 30cm 40cm 75cm
Connection cable length 2m 2m 2m
Clip on round (diameter) 75mm 110mm 200mm
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Clip on rectangular (a x b) 20mm x 85mm 30mm x 120mm 60mm x 250mm

max. loops 1 1 3
Weight 100g 120g 160g
Temperature range -20°C .. +85°C
Protection class 600V / CATIII
Output connection HD15 plug (with EEPROM) for LMG sensor input
2.26.3 Accuracy
The values are: ±(% of measuring value + % of rated range value)

Frequency/Hz 10Hz to 45Hz 45Hz to 65Hz 65Hz to 1kHz 1kHz to 5kHz
FLEX xx current accuracy 0.5+1.5 0.5+0.6 0.5+1.5 5+5
Use FLEXxx and LMG specifications to calculate the accuracy of the complete system.




Use sensor input, internal supply via LMG, you get the following ranges:
FLEX500:
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FLEX1000:

FLEX3000:
nominal value 93.8A 188A 375A 750A 1500A 3000A


FLEX500:
FLEX1000:
FLEX3000:
max. peak value 32.8A 65.6A 131A 263A 525A 1050A 2100A 4200A
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2.27 HF-summing current transformer (L95-Z06)
Figure 97: L95-Z06

L95-Z06 is an accessory for the precision power meters LMG with a high bandwidth. It
simplifies the measurement of output power in high frequency applications with floating
potential. For example: lighting applications, ultrasonic systems, loss power measurement at
television deflection coils. The high frequency design provides best accuracy at high
frequencies. The current transformer has a voltage output, for the direct connetion to the LMG
external Shunt-/ Transformer input.
The two galvanically separated primary windings are suitable to use in series to increase the
sensitivity for small currents. And it can be used as well to build the difference of two (e.g.
lamp-) currents. If not needed the second primary winding can be left open.
The guard terminal may be grounded to bypass capacitiv currents from input to output. This
reduce errors introduced by common mode voltage.
Nominal input current 15A at I1 or I2 or (I1+I2)

Transformer ratio 18A:3V (set Iscale to 6)
Measuring range 18A (sum of I1+I2)
Maximum input 20A at I1 and 20A at I2 for 1s
Bandwidth 5kHz to 500kHz
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output burden ≥ 100kΩ

Working voltage 600V CAT. III, 1000V CAT II
Output connection safety sockets 4mm (use twisted leads to LMG)
Guard connection safety socket 4mm, green/yellow
Input connection safety sockets 4mm
Weight 200g
Size l*w*h 120mm*65mm*45mm
2.27.3 Accuracy
Accuracies based on: ambient temperature 23±3°C, calibration interval 1 year.
at 5kHz to 500kHz ±(% of measuring value) Phase difference

0.5 1°
2.27.4 Wiring schematics
2.27.4.1 Lower currents
Figure 98: Low current application
For applications with lower currents use both inputs in series and set the LMG Iscale to 3.
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2.27.4.2 Higher currents
Figure 99: High current application
For applications with higher currents use both inputs parallel and set the LMG Iscale to 6.
2.27.4.3 Arithmetic mean value
Figure 100: Arithmetic mean value application
To determine the arithmetic mean value of two currents: Imean = (I1+I2)/2, set the LMG
Iscale to 3. In high frequency lightning applications where a earth current worth mentioning is
present, the light density is proportional to the arithmetic mean value of the two currents I1
and I2.
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2.27.4.4 Difference of two currents
Figure 101: Difference of two currents
To determine the difference of two currents: Ilamp=Isum-Istarter, set the LMG Iscale to: 6.
The lamp current Ilamp is the difference of Isum and the current through the starter electronic
during the operation.
2.27.4.5 Improving the accuracy due to common mode effects

In high frequency applications with current measurement on high common mode voltage
potential it is advantageous to connect the low output of this current transformer with earth.
There is a double galvanic separation: in the LMG and inside the current transformer itself. So
the secondary side has neither galvanic contact with the load current nor with earth: the
current channel is floating on an undefined potential. The HF-accuracy can be improved by
draging down the floating voltage to about earth potential.

current input
The use with LMG90 is not possible. With LMG310 use Isensor/external Shunt input.

Use Isensor/external Shunt input.
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You can use L45-Z09, but it is not recommended to use this high frequency sensor with the
LMG450.

Use Isensor/external sensor input.
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2.28 Highvoltage HF-summing current transformer (L95-Z06-HV)
Figure 102: L95-Z06-HV

Always connect the sensor first to the meter and earth the guard terminal, and
afterwards to the device under test.
The guard terminal must be grounded to bypass capacitiv currents from input to
output. This also reduce errors by common mode voltage.
L95-Z06-HV is an accessory for the precision power meters LMG with a high bandwidth. The
high voltage version of L95-Z06 eliminate the 4mm safety sockets as input terminals. The
limited clearances and creepage distances are removed by usage of highvoltage wire. All other
specifications are the same as L95-Z06.
It simplifies the measurement of output power in high frequency applications with floating
potential. For example: lighting applications, ultrasonic systems, loss power measurement at
television deflection coils. The high frequency design provides best accuracy at high
frequencies. The current transformer has a voltage output, for the direct connetion to the LMG
external Shunt-/ Transformer input.
The two galvanically separated primary windings are suitable to use in series to increase the
sensitivity for small currents. And it can be used as well to build the difference of two (e.g.
lamp-) currents. If not needed the second primary winding should be used in parallel to the
first primary winding.
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Nominal input current 15A at I1 or I2 or (I1+I2)

Transformer ratio 18A:3V (set Iscale to 6)
Measuring range 18A (sum of I1+I2)
Maximum input 20A at I1 and 20A at I2 for 1s
Bandwidth 5kHz to 500kHz
Output burden ≥ 100kΩ
Working voltage 5kVtrms
Transient overvoltage 10kVpk
Output connection safety sockets 4mm (use twisted leads to LMG)
PE connection safety socket 4mm, green/yellow
Input connection free highvoltage wire approx. 0.8m
Weight 300g
Size l*w*h 120mm*65mm*125mm
2.28.3 Accuracy
Accuracies based on: ambient temperature 23±3°C, calibration interval 1 year.
at 5kHz to 500kHz ±(% of measuring value) Phase difference

0.5 1°
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2.28.4 Wiring schematics
2.28.4.1 Lower currents
Figure 103: Low current application
For applications with lower currents use both inputs in series and set the LMG Iscale to 3.
2.28.4.2 Higher currents
Figure 104: High current application
For applications with higher currents use both inputs parallel and set the LMG Iscale to 6.
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2.28.4.3 Arithmetic mean value
Figure 105: Arithmetic mean value application
To determine the arithmetic mean value of two currents: Imean = (I1+I2)/2, set the LMG
Iscale to 3. In high frequency lightning applications where a earth current worth mentioning is
present, the light density is proportional to the arithmetic mean value of the two currents I1
and I2.
2.28.4.4 Difference of two currents
Figure 106: Difference of two currents
To determine the difference of two currents: Ilamp=Isum-Istarter, set the LMG Iscale to: 6.
The lamp current Ilamp is the difference of Isum and the current through the starter electronic
during the operation.
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2.28.4.5 Improving the accuracy due to common mode effects

potential it is advantageous to connect the low output of this current transformer with earth.
There is a double galvanic separation: in the LMG and inside the current transformer itself. So
the secondary side has neither galvanic contact with the load current nor with earth: the
current channel is floating on an undefined potential. The HF-accuracy can be improved by
draging down the floating voltage to about earth potential.

current input
The use with LMG90 is not possible.
With LMG310 use Isensor/external Shunt input.

Use Isensor/external Shunt input.

You can use L45-Z09, but it is not recommended to use this high frequency sensor with the
LMG450.

Use Isensor/external sensor input.
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2.29 Low current shunt (LMG-SHxx)
Figure 107: LMG-SHxx

Please regard that there is no isolation inside the Sensor, therefore the instrument
needs isolated inputs! The Sensor is suitable for LMG95, LMG500 and LMG310, but
not for LMG450!
2.29.2 Selection of the resistance value

Select an applicable shunt resistance according to the necessary load current range. Values
between 1 ohm and 1000 ohms are available. But take into concern, that this shunt resistance
is connected in series to your device under test. Oversized resistors may distort and take
influence on the load current.
2.29.3 Specifications, Accuracy

The specified accuracy is valid in combination with the LMG95 / LMG500 sensor input
impedance of 100kOhm and the correct setting of the scaling ratio (see table). Accuracies
based on: sinusoidal current, frequency 45-65 Hz, ambient temperature 23±3°C, calibration
interval 1 year. The values are in ±(% of measuring value). Use LMG-SHxx and LMG
specifications to calculate the accuracy of the complete system.
nominal 1 2 5 10 20 50 100 200 500 1000

resistance ohm ohms ohms ohms ohms ohms ohms ohms ohms ohms
scaling ratio 1.00001 0.50001 0.20001 0.10001 0.05001 0.02001 0.01001 0.00501 0.00201 0.00101
accuracy 0.15%
maximum trms 1000 710 450 320 160 100 70 50 31 22
input current mA mA mA mA mA mA mA mA mA mA
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bandwidth DC to 100kHz
protection 600V CAT III
class
degree of 2
pollution
temperature 0°C to +40°C
range
weight 100g
output Security BNC cable and adapter
connection


Use external Shunt input, you get the following ranges (all in A):
1ohm:
nominal value 30m 60m 120m 250m 500m 1 (2) (4)

max. trms value 60m 130m 270m 540m 1 (2) (4) (8)
max. peak value 97.7m 195.3m 390.6m 781.3m 1.563 3.125 (6.25) (12.5)
(regard maximum trms input current!)
2ohms:
nominal value 15m 30m 60m 125m 250m 500m (1) (2)
max. trms value 30m 65m 135m 270m 500m (1) (2) (4)
max. peak value 48.85m 97.65m 195.3m 390.7m 781.5m 1.563 (3.125) (6.25)
5ohms:
nominal value 6m 12m 24m 50m 100m 200m 400m (800m)

max. trms value 12m 26m 54m 108m 200m 400m (0.8) (1.6)
max. peak value 19.54m 39.06m 78.12m 156.3m 312.6m 625m 1.25 (2.5)
10ohms:
Current sensors
max. trms value 6m 13m 27m 54m 100m 200m (0.4) (800m)
max. peak value 9.77m 19.53m 39.06m 78.13m 156.3m 312.5m 625m (1.25)
20ohms:
nominal value 1.5m 3m 6m 12.5m 25m 50m 100m (200m)

max. trms value 3m 6.5m 13.5m 27m 50m 100m (0.2) (400m)
max. peak value 4.885m 9.765m 19.53m 39.07m 78.15m 156.3m 312.5m (625m)
50ohms:
nominal value 600u 1.2m 2.4m 5m 10m 20m 40m 80m

max. trms value 1.2m 2.6m 5.4m 10.8m 20m 40m 80m (0.16)
max. peak value 1.954m 3.906m 7.812m 15.63m 31.26m 62.5m 125m 0.25
100ohms:
nominal value 300u 600u 1.2m 2.5m 5m 10m 20m 40m

max. trms value 600u 1.3m 2.7m 5.4m 10m 20m 40m (80m)
max. peak value 977u 1.953m 3.906m 7.813m 15.63m 31.25m 62.5m 125m
200ohms:
nominal value 150u 300u 600u 1.25m 2.5m 5m 10m 20m

max. trms value 300u 650u 1.35m 2.7m 5m 10m 20m 40m
max. peak value 488.5u 976.5u 1.953m 3.907m 7.815m 15.63m 31.25m 62.5m
500ohms:
nominal value 60u 120u 240u 500u 1m 2m 4m 8m

max. trms value 120u 260u 540u 1.08m 2m 4m 8m 16m
max. peak value 195.4u 390.6u 781.2u 1.563m 3.126m 6.25m 12.5m 25m
1000ohms:
nominal value 30u 60u 120u 250u 500u 1m 2m 4m
Current sensors
max. trms value 60u 130u 270u 540u 1m 2m 4m 8m

max. peak value 97.7u 195.3u 390.6u 781.3u 1.563m 3.125m 6.25m 12.5m


Use external sensor input, you get the following ranges (all in A):
1ohm:
nominal value 30m 60m 120m 250m 500m 1 (2) (4)

max. trms value 37m 75m 150m 300m 600m (1.2) (2.5) (5)
max. peak value 63m 125m 250m 500m 1 2 (4) (8)
2ohms:
nominal value 15m 30m 60m 125m 250m 500m (1) (2)
max. trms value 18.5m 37.5m 75m 150m 300m 600m (1.25) (2.5)
max. peak value 31.5m 62.5m 125m 250m 500m 1 (2) (4)
5ohms:

max. trms value 7.4m 15m 30m 60m 120m 240m (0.5) (1)
max. peak value 12.6m 25m 50m 100m 200m 400m 800m (1.6)
10ohms:

max. trms value 3.7m 7.5m 15m 30m 60m 120m 250m (500m)
max. peak value 6.3m 12.5m 25m 50m 100m 200m 400m (800m)
20ohms:
Current sensors
nominal value 1.5m 3m 6m 12.5m 25m 50m 100m (200m)

max. trms value 1.85m 3.75m 7.5m 15m 30m 60m 125m (250m)
max. peak value 3.15m 6.25m 12.5m 25m 50m 100m 200m (400m)
50ohms:

max. trms value 740u 1.5m 3m 6m 12m 24m 50m 100m
max. peak value 1.26m 2.5m 5m 10m 20m 40m 80m 160m
100ohms:

max. trms value 370u 750u 1.5m 3m 6m 12m 25m 50m
max. peak value 630u 1.25m 2.5m 5m 10m 20m 40m 80m
200ohms:

max. trms value 185u 375u 750u 1.5m 3m 6m 12.5m 25m
max. peak value 315u 625u 1.25m 2.5m 5m 10m 20m 40m
500ohms:
nominal value 60u 120u 240u 500u 1m 2m 4m 8m

max. trms value 74u 150u 300u 600u 1.2m 2.4m 5m 10m
max. peak value 126u 250u 500u 1m 2m 4m 8m 16m
1000ohms:
nominal value 30u 60u 120u 250u 500u 1m 2m 4m

max. trms value 37u 75u 150u 300u 600u 1.2m 2.5m 5m
max. peak value 63u 125u 250u 500u 1m 2m 4m 8m
Current sensors
2.30 Low current shunt with overload protection (LMG-SHxx-P)
Figure 108: LMG-SHxx-P

Please regard that there is no isolation inside the Sensor, therefore the instrument
needs isolated inputs! The Sensor is suitable for LMG95, LMG500 and LMG310, but
not for LMG450!
2.30.2 Selection of the resistance value

Select an applicable shunt resistance according to the necessary load current range. Values
between 1 ohm and 200 ohms are available. Select the resistance value by the maximum peak
input current according to the table in chapter 2.31.3. But take into concern, that this shunt
resistance is connected in series to your device under test. Oversized resistors may distort and
take influence on the load current.
2.30.3 Specifications, Accuracy

The specified accuracy is valid in combination with the LMG95 / LMG500 sensor input
impedance of 100kOhm and the correct setting of the scaling ratio (see table). Accuracies
based on: sinusoidal current, frequency 45-65 Hz, ambient temperature 23±3°C, calibration
interval 1 year. The values are in ±(% of measuring value). Use LMG-SHxx-P and LMG
specifications to calculate the accuracy of the complete system.
nominal 1 2 5 10 20 50 100 200

resistance ohm ohms ohms ohms ohms ohms ohms ohms
scaling ratio 1.00001 0.50001 0.20001 0.10001 0.05001 0.02001 0.01001 0.00501
accuracy 0.15% 0.3%

maximum peak 710 350 140 70 18 10 5 2.5
Current sensors
input current for mApk mApk mApk mApk mApk mApk mApk mApk
specified
accuracy
maximum trms 20A (overload protection) for max. 1 minute
input current,
overload
bandwidth DC to 10kHz
protection class 600V CAT III
degree of 2
pollution
temp. range 0°C to +40°C
weight 150g
output Security BNC cable and adapter
connection


Use external Shunt input, you get the following ranges (all in A):
1ohm:
nominal value 30m 60m 120m 250m 500m 1 2 4

max. trms value 60m 130m 270m 540m 1 2 4 8
max. peak value 97.7m 195.3m 390.6m 781.3m 1.563 3.125 6.25 12.5
(don’t use the upper ranges, outside accuracy specification!)
2ohms:
nominal value 15m 30m 60m 125m 250m 500m 1 2

max. trms value 30m 65m 135m 270m 500m 1 2 4
max. peak value 48.85m 97.65m 195.3m 390.7m 781.5m 1.563 3.125 6.25
5ohms:
nominal value 6m 12m 24m 50m 100m 200m 400m 800m

max. trms value 12m 26m 54m 108m 200m 400m 800m 1.6
max. peak value 19.54m 39.06m 78.12m 156.3m 312.6m 625m 1.25 2.5
Current sensors
10ohms:

max. trms value 6m 13m 27m 54m 100m 200m 400m 800m
max. peak value 9.77m 19.53m 39.06m 78.13m 156.3m 312.5m 625m 1.25
20ohms:
nominal value 1.5m 3m 6m 12.5m 25m 50m 100m 200m

max. trms value 3m 6.5m 13.5m 27m 50m 100m 200m 400m
max. peak value 4.885m 9.765m 19.53m 39.07m 78.15m 156.3m 312.5m 625m
50ohms:

max. trms value 1.2m 2.6m 5.4m 10.8m 20m 40m 80m 160m
max. peak value 1.954m 3.906m 7.812m 15.63m 31.26m 62.5m 125m 250m
100ohms:

max. trms value 600u 1.3m 2.7m 5.4m 10m 20m 40m 80m
max. peak value 977u 1.953m 3.906m 7.813m 15.63m 31.25m 62.5m 125m
200ohms:

max. trms value 300u 650u 1.35m 2.7m 5m 10m 20m 40m
max. peak value 488.5u 976.5u 1.953m 3.907m 7.815m 15.63m 31.25m 62.5m


Use external sensor input, you get the following ranges (all in A):
Current sensors
1ohm:
nominal value 30m 60m 120m 250m 500m 1 2 4

max. trms value 37m 75m 150m 300m 600m 1.2 2.5 5
max. peak value 63m 125m 250m 500m 1 2 4 8
2ohms:
nominal value 15m 30m 60m 125m 250m 500m 1 2

max. trms value 18.5m 37.5m 75m 150m 300m 600m 1.25 2.5
max. peak value 31.5m 62.5m 125m 250m 500m 1 2 4
5ohms:

max. trms value 7.4m 15m 30m 60m 120m 240m 500m 1
max. peak value 12.6m 25m 50m 100m 200m 400m 800m 1.6
10ohms:

max. trms value 3.7m 7.5m 15m 30m 60m 120m 250m 500m
20ohms:
nominal value 1.5m 3m 6m 12.5m 25m 50m 100m 200m

max. trms value 1.85m 3.75m 7.5m 15m 30m 60m 125m 250m
max. peak value 3.15m 6.25m 12.5m 25m 50m 100m 200m 400m
50ohms:

max. trms value 740u 1.5m 3m 6m 12m 24m 50m 100m
100ohms:
Current sensors

max. trms value 370u 750u 1.5m 3m 6m 12m 25m 50m
max. peak value 630u 1.25m 2.5m 5m 10m 20m 40m 80m
200ohms:

max. trms value 185u 375u 750u 1.5m 3m 6m 12.5m 25m
max. peak value 315u 625u 1.25m 2.5m 5m 10m 20m 40m
Current sensors
2.31 Precision wideband current transformer WCT100 (LMG-Z601)
Figure 109: LMG-Z601

Always connect the sensor first to the meter, and afterwards to the device under test!
An open connection on the secondary side will cause hazardous voltage and might
destroy the transformer.
LMG-Z601 is an accessory for the precision power meters LMG with a high bandwidth. The
high frequency design provides best accuracy at high frequencies. It also simplifies the
measurement of output power in high frequency applications with floating potential. The
current transformer has a 1A current output, for the direct connection to the LMG current
input.
LMG-Z601 is optimized for the LMG500 and its Ihf input. Because of the low and over all
measuring ranges constant impedance of this input best accuracy can be achieved.
For the connection of LMG-Z601 to the precision power meter LMG use narrow twisted
laboratory leads (not longer than needed) or, in HF applications slightly better: 4mm to BNC
adaptor and coaxial cable.
Current sensors

Transformer ratio 100A:1A (set Iscale to 100)
Maximum input 120A continuous / 200A for 1 minute
Bandwidth 30Hz .. 1MHz
Output burden max. 100mOhms for the specified accuracy
Isolation 600V CATIII, 1000V CATII
Test voltage: output Ilow to 20mm busbar.
(for higher voltages, the primary lead has to be
isolated according to the working voltage of the
system!)
Output connection safety sockets, 4mm
Through hole diameter 23mm
Weight about 350g
Size l*w*h 120mm * 95mm * 65mm
2.31.3 Accuracy
Accuracies based on: no DC current component, ambient temperature 23±3°C, calibration
interval 1 year, burden 100mOhms, max. 1m twisted laboratory leads or coaxial cable.
Full power accuracy, for measuring current from 1A to 100A! Accuracy and bandwidth
specification is for small signal as well as for wide signal level.
Frequency range 30Hz to 100Hz to 100kHz to 300kHz to

100Hz 100kHz 300kHz 1MHz
Current ±(% of measuring value) 0.25% 0.25% 1% 2%
Phase ±(phase error in degree) 0.6° 0.3° 0.4° 0.6°
2.31.4 Improving the accuracy due to common mode effects

potential it might be advantageous to connect the yellow plug with earth. There is a double
galvanic separation: inside the LMG and inside the current transformer itself and a capacitive
coupling from the isolated primary lead to the current transformer. So the secondary side has
neither galvanic contact with the load current nor with earth, the current channel is floating on
an undefined potential. Parasitic currents by capacitive coupling from the primary conductor
to secondary transformer side that is totally floating may influence measuring accuracy. These
Current sensors
currents can be by-passed to earth over the yellow plug that is connected inside to the
secondary side transformer coils in that way that the fields of these currents are compensated
as not to create further disturbance and interference. The HF-accuracy can be improved by
draging down the floating voltage to about earth potential, but this might also cause
resonance, so beware not to distort the measurement accuracy.
2.31.5 Sensor without LMG

The secondary side of this current transformer has to be connected under all circumstances! If
the LMG has to be removed and the sensor can not be disconnected, be sure to short circuit
the current output I* with I of the sensor to avoid dangerous voltages. This open loop voltages
would be hazardous for the user and might damage the sensor!

current input



Use HF current inputs Ihf and I.
You get the following measuring ranges:
nominal value 15A 30A 60A 120A

max. trms value 22.5A 45A 90A 180A
max. peak value 31.3A 62.5A 125A 250A
Current sensors
2.32 Precision wideband current transformer WCT1000 (LMG-Z602)

Always connect the sensor first to the meter, and afterwards to the device under test!
An open connection on the secondary side will cause hazardous voltage and might
destroy the transformer.
LMG-Z602 is an accessory for the precision power meters LMG with a high bandwidth. The
high frequency design provides best accuracy at high frequencies. It also simplifies the
measurement of output power in high frequency applications with floating potential. The
current transformer has a 1A current output, for the direct connection to the LMG current
input.
LMG-Z602 is optimized for the LMG500 and its Ihf input. Because of the low and over all
measuring ranges constant impedance of this input best accuracy can be achieved.
For the connection of LMG-Z602 to the precision power meter LMG use narrow twisted
laboratory leads (not longer than needed) or, in HF applications slightly better: 4mm to safety
BNC adaptor and safety coaxial cable.
Current sensors

Transformer ratio 1000A:1A (set Iscale to 1000)
Maximum input 1200A continuous / 2000A for 1 minute
Bandwidth 30Hz .. 1MHz
Output burden max. 100mOhms for the specified accuracy
Isolation bare conductor: 30Veff
(If safety laboratory leads are used, the task of
the isolation is done by the connected power
meter with isolated inputs according to the
specification of the power meter and the
measuring leads. If this is not sufficient, use
insulated conductor)

Output connection safety sockets, 4mm
Temperature range 0°C to +50°C
Through hole diameter 44mm
Weight ca. 3.3kg
Size l*w*h 160mm * 160mm * 91mm
2.32.3 Accuracy
Accuracies based on: no DC current component, ambient temperature 23±3°C, calibration
interval 1 year, burden 100mOhms, max. 1m twisted laboratory leads or coaxial cable.
Full power accuracy, for measuring current from 10A to 1000A! Accuracy and bandwidth
specification is for small signal as well as for wide signal level.
Frequency range 30Hz to 100Hz to 100kHz to 500kHz to

100Hz 100kHz 500kHz 1MHz
Current ±(% of measuring value) 0.25% 0.25% 1% 2%
Phase ±(phase error in degree) 1.5° 0.8° 0.5° 2.5°
2.32.4 Shield socket

The black socket is internally connected to an electromagnetic shield. If the current
transformer is used on high common mode voltage at high frequency, this socked can be
connected to earth to conduct the disturbance to earth.
Current sensors
2.32.5 Sensor without LMG

The secondary side of this current transformer has to be connected under all circumstances! If
the LMG has to be removed and the sensor can not be disconnected, be sure to short circuit
the current output I* with I of the sensor to avoid dangerous voltages. This open loop voltages
would be hazardous for the user and might damage the sensor!

current input



Use HF current inputs Ihf and I.
You get the following measuring ranges:
nominal value 150A 300A 600A 1200A

max. trms value 225A 450A 900A 1800A
max. peak value 313A 625A 1250A 2500A
LMG95 connection cables and adapter
3 LMG95 connection cables and adapter
3.1 Adapter for the use of HD15-Sensors with LMG95 (L95-Z07)
Figure 111:Adapter for the use of HD15-Sensors with LMG95 (L95-Z07)

Always connect the sensor first to the meter, and afterwards to the device under test
Connecting cables without savety isolation! Avoid contact to hazardous voltage!
suitable sensors remarks

L45-Z26 DC current clamp 1000A
L45-Z28-HALLxx Hall-transducer 50A, 100A, 200A
L50-Z29-HALLxx Hall-transducer 300A, 500A, 1000A, 2000A
L45-Z32-FLEXxx Rogowski-transducer 500A, 1000A, 3000A
PSUxx-K-L50 PSU60, -200, -400, -700
L45-Z406
L45-Z10 better use: LMG-Z322
L45-Z16 better use: LMG-Z329
Plug the DSUB connector to LMG95 external supply and the two 4mm jacks to LMG95
ext.Shunt/I.
3.1.3 Accuracy
If you order the accessory L95-Z07 together with the suitable current sensor, then you can find
a label with the scaling factor on L95-Z07. Please set this current scaling in the range menue
of the LMG95. For the use of different current sensors e.g. alternating with LMG450 (not
ordered at the same time with L95-Z07) you have to calibrate the sensor together with the
LMG95 to find the correct scaling. Use the sensor- and LMG specifications to calculate the
3.2 PSU/PCT-K-L95
Figure 112: PSU/PCT-K-L95, for direct connection of the

PSU60/200/400/700 and PCT200/600 to the current input of the LMG95
Figure 113: Connection of PSU60/200/400/700 and PCT200/600 to the LMG95

Always connect the sensor first to the meter, and afterwards to the device under test
Connecting cables without savety isolation! Avoid contact to hazardous voltage!
3.2.2 Installation
No additional supply needed. Cable length between PSU/PCT and LMG: 2.5m
3.2.3 LMG95 ranges (direct current input) with PCT200

Iscale=500

3.2.4 LMG95 ranges (direct current input) with PCT600

Iscale=1500

3.2.5 LMG95 ranges (direct current input) with PSU200

Iscale=1000
nominal value 150A

max. trms value 300A
max. peak value 469A

Iscale=2000
nominal value 300A

max. trms value 600A
max. peak value 938A

Iscale=1750
nominal value 262.5A 525A

max. peak value 820.75A 1641.5A

3.2.8 Accuracy
Use PSU/PCT and LMG95 specifications to calculate the accuracy of the complete system.

current path, disconnect the DSUB9 plug and the savety laboratory plugs from the LMG and
connect all of the 9pins together with ground (shield of the plug) and together with the hot-
wired savety laboratory plugs. To do this, the load current has to be switched off!

The special design of all LMG450 sensors makes them very easy and comfortable to use. The
HD15 SUB D plug contains the identification of the sensor type, the measuring ranges,
including the needed scaling and several more parameters. The LMG450 reads this values and
the meter will automatically configured to the optimum adjustments for using this special
sensor. The LMG range setup is automaticaly taken from the sensor EEPROM. Further on we
correct some of the sensor errors (transfer error, delay time, ...). So you get the best measuring
results with each sensor.
4.1 BNC adapter to sensor input HD15 without EEPROM (L45-Z09)
Figure 114: L45-Z09
By this adapter you can connect a voltage via a BNC cable to the LMG450 external current
sensor input. This voltage has to be isolated, because the BNC screen is electrically connected
to the case of the LMG450!
This is a simple electrical adapter. No values can be stored!
4.2 Adapter for isolated custom current sensors with 1A output (L45-Z22)
Figure 115: L45-Z22

Use only galvanic separating current sensors! There is no potential separation in this
adapter and in the LMG450 sensor input! NOT FOR DIRECT CURRENT
MEASUREMENT!!
L45-Z22 is an accessory for the precision power meter LMG450. Its benefit is the usage of
isolated custom current sensors with 1A output current e.g. current transducers or clamps with
the LMG450 sensor input. In comparison to the usage of the direct current inputs of the
LMG450, the accessory L45-Z22 is optimized for the sensor output current of 1A and a
dynamic range down to 31.25mA as full range.

Max. trms value 1.2A
Input resistance 340mOhms
Isolation NO ISOLATION! NOT FOR DIRECT CURRENT
MEASUREMENT!
Connection HD15 (with EEPROM) for LMG sensor input, length about 80cm
4.2.3 Accuracy
year. The values are: ±(% of measuring value + % of measuring range)
Frequency/Hz DC to 45Hz 45Hz to 65Hz 45Hz to 5kHz 5kHz to 20kHz

Current 0.05+0.05 0.05+0.05 0.1+0.1 0.25+0.25

not possible

not possible
nominal value 0.03A 0.06A 0.12A 0.25A 0.5A 1A

max. trms value 0.04A 0.08A 0.15A 0.3A 0.6A 1.2A
max. peak value 0.09A 0.19A 0.375A 0.75A 1.5A 3A

not necessary, because of good current dynamic range of LMG500
5.1 LMG500 current sensor adapter (L50-Z14)
Figure 116: L50-Z14
The special design of all LMG500 sensors makes them very easy and comfortable to use. The
HD15 SUB D plug contains the identification of the sensor type, the measuring ranges,
including the needed scaling and several more parameters. The LMG500 reads this values and
the meter will automatically configured to the optimum adjustments for using this special
sensor. The LMG range setup is automaticaly taken from the sensor EEPROM. Further on we
correct some of the sensor errors (transfer error, delay time, ...). So you get the best measuring
results with each sensor.
For all LMG500 sensors the Adapter L50-Z14 is needed, because internally it is necessary to
connect the system ground (CPU, Sensor supply, ...) with the ground of the measuring
channel. Both signals are connected with a HD15 SUB D plug, without galvanic separation.
The adapter L50-Z14 guarantees that no measuring leads are connected to the measuring
channel at the same time and prevents electrical shock.
Accessories
6 Accessories
6.1 Shielded DSUB9 extension cable, male/female (LMG-Z-DVxx)
Figure 117: Shielded DSUB9 extension cable (LMG-Z-DVxx)

Attention: No safety isolation, working voltage max. 50V!
When using Busbar without isolation or other not insulated items, assure safety
distance between the extension cable and hazardous voltages.
6.1.2 General
This is a high quality very well shielded DSUB9 extension cable, high immunity against
EMC. It is screwable with UNC4-40 threads at both connectors.
It can be used to extend the cable length of the PSU connection cables. In this case it is used
between the precision current sensor PSU60/200/400/600/700 and the LMG specific
connection cable to the LMG.
Isolation No safety isolation, working voltage max. 50V

Connectors DSUB9 male / DSUB9 female / 1:1
Cable length user selectable: 3m or 5m or 10m or 15m
Accessories
6.2 Sensor supply unit for up to 4 current sensors (SSU4)

The SSU4 is a supply unit to feed up to 4 pieces of current sensors. Each sensor can be
supplied with +15V / 500mA, -15V / 500mA at the same time. The transducers are connected
to the four 9 pin SUB-D connectors. Depending on the sensor the output signal can be
accessed directly from the sensor or via the 15 pin SUB-D connector.
6.2.1 Technical data
Mains supply 85...264V, 47...440Hz, ca. 40W,

Fuse 5x20mm T3.15A/250V IEC127-2/3
Protection method IP20 according DIN40050
Protection class I; Mains supply: Overvoltage class II and pollution degree 2 according
IEC61010-1
EMC EN55011, EN50082
Safety EN61010
Dimensions Desktop: 320mm (W) x 49mm (H) x 307mm (D)
19“ rack: 63DU x 1HU x 360mm
Output voltage ±15V ±2%
Output current max. 500mA on each jack
Climatic class KYG according to DIN 40040
0°C...40°C, humidity max. 85%, annual average 65%, no dewing
Weight 3kg
Accessories
6.2.2 Technical drawings
Figure 118: Dimensions of the SSU4

In the Figure 118 you see the desktop instrument, also attended the angles for rack mounting
6.2.3 Connectors
6.2.3.1 9 Pin SUB-D connectors for the sensors

Via the following connector the sensors (e.g. PSU600, L45-Z29-xxxx, ...) are connected to the
SSU4 sensor supply unit. For each channel there is one connector.
Connector to the sensors
Accessories
Pin Usage
1, 2 Not used. Do not connect!
3, 4 Ground (GND)
5 -15V. max. 500mA
6 Current output signal of the sensor (max. 500mA!)
7 Not used. Do not connect!
8 Signal input to indicate a proper operation of the sensor:
+15V or n.c.: The red LED is on
GND: The green LED is on
9 +15V, max. 500mA
The current output signal of the sensor is connected via a 2.7Ω resistor to the corresponding
channel of the 15 pin connector for the instrument. When the current returns from the
instrument it is fed into ground.
6.2.3.2 15 Pin SUB-D connectors for the measuring instrument

Via the following connector the measuring instrument can be connected to the sensor supply
unit:
Connector to the instrument
Pin Usage
1, 2 Current output channel 1
9-15 Ground
The output current of each channel can be measured and has then to be returned to Ground.
Accessories
6.2.4 Mounting
6.2.4.1 Rack mounting

Fix the two rack mounting metal sheets with the four screws at the two sides of the SSU4
case. Now you can mount it into any 19“ rack.
6.2.4.2 Instrument mounting

You can mount the SSU4 directly under a LMG95 or LMG450. Please do this in following
order:
• Switch off both instruments and remove all cables.

• Remove the four feets of the LMG450 or LMG95 case. To do this, just remove the four
screws. The nuts are fixed inside the LMG450 or LMG95.
• Remove the four feets of the SSU4 case. The four screws are mounted into the four screw-
nuts which are accessable from the top of the case. Remove also this nuts.
• With the four M4x55 screws (which are added) you mount now the four feets of the SSU4
with following orientation:
LMG95: mount the front feets in the 2nd position from the front plate.
mount the rear feets in the 2nd position from the rear plate.
LMG450: mount the front feets in the position closest to the front plate.
mount the rear feets in the position closest to the rear plate.
In both cases: The small white rubber on the feets has to be mounted in direction to the
rear/front plate. The four screws are fixed into the nuts of the LMG450/LMG95 bottom
(where the original feeds were fixed).
Figure 119: SSU4 mounted under LMG450
Dimensions W*D*H 320mm * 306.7mm * 224.6mm with feets, 176.9 without feets
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6.2.5 SSU4 connector cables
6.2.5.1 Cable to connect measuring signal plugs of SSU4 with LMG310

current inputs (SSU4-K-L31)
Figure 120: SSU4-K-L31, to connect measuring signal plug of SSU4 to LMG310 current inputs.
Cable to connect up to four PSU600 to the current input channels of:
1 LMG310
1 LMG310 and 1 LMG95
1 LMG450 (but better using PSU600-K-L45)
2 LMG310 in Aron wiring
or any other amperemeter
6.2.5.2 Connection cable PSU600 to SSU4 (PSU600-K3, K5, K10)
Figure 121: PSU600-K3, to connect the PSU600 to the SSU4 (length 3m).
Connection cable from SSU4 to PSU600; length 3m, 5m or 10m.
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6.2.6 Modification option of SSU4 available for the use of PCT200, PCT600,
PSU60, PSU200, PSU400 and PSU700 together with SSU4-K-L31
The modification is needed only for the use of PCT200, PCT600, PSU60, PSU200, PSU400 or
PSU700 with SSU4-K-L31, no modification is necessary for PSU200-K-L45 or something like
that.
The following changes concerning this documentation are done:
1. In the four connector to the sensors: pin1 is connected with gnd for current return
2. The current output signal of the sensor is connected via a 0 ohms resistor to the
corresponding channel of the 15 pin connector for the instrument. When the current returns
from the instrument it is fed into ground.
3. The SSU4 with modification can not be used with PSU600!
6.2.7 Modification option of SSU4 available for the use of PSU1000HF

together with LMG450 and LMG500
The following changes concerning this documentation are done:
1. DSUB9 connectors for the sensors:
Pin Usage
5 -15V. max. 1000mA
6 Current output signal of the sensor (max. 1000mA)
9 +15V, max. 1000mA
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6.3 Artificial mid point for multi phase power meters (LMG-Z-AMP)
Figure 122: Artificial mid point (LMG-Z-AMP)

6.3.2 General
When measuring at three-phase systems without accessible star point (typical for frequency
inverters), an artificial star point is needed for measurements in star connections. If necessary,
the losses of the artificial star point have to be considered. They can be determined exactly.
The formula editor can be used to automatically calculate these losses and correct them.
6.3.3 Connection to the LMG

The LMG-Z-AMP is connected to the LMG using the six cables of the LMG (3x black, 3x
yellow). Connect each channel U with U and U* with U*. At the L1, L2, L3 jack you can
connect your voltage via the three delivered yellow measuring leads. The three black sockets
U1, U2 and U3 (they represent the artificial mid point) are interconnected!
Umax line-to-neutral 500V

Umax against earth 600V
Rtyp. 65.8 kohms
Accuracy of the phase resistors in relation to each other ±0.01%
Weight 220g
Dimensions: 150mm x 80mm x 65mm
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6.4 Adaptor for measurement at Schuko devices (LMG-MAS)
Figure 123: Adaptor for Schuko devices (LMG-MAS)

Attention! The PE jack should not be used for earthing external devices. It is only
allowed to use it for measuring purposes.
6.4.2 General
The MAS is a adaptor for measuring at single phase devices with Schuko inlet connector up to
16A. It was developed for the instrument series LMG. The supply is done by the fix mounted
Schuko inlet. The load is connected to the fixed mounted Schuko jack. With the LMG-MAS
you can measure the voltage (jacks U and U*). The current is also accessable (from I* to I).
This jacks have to be connected to the jacks of the measuring instrument.
Important!
If you dont want to measure the current, the jacks I* and I have to be short circuit to enable the
current to flow.
The internal wiring is done so that the load is measured with correct current. This wiring is
perfect suited for the measurement of stand by power.
An important point is the safety. The MAS is in compliance with IEC61010-1 and was
constructed for voltages up to 250V CAT III.
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6.5 Adaptor for measurement at IEC connector devices (LMG-MAK1)
Figure 124: Adaptor for IEC connector devices (LMG-MAK1)

6.5.2 General
The MAK1 is an adaptor for measuring at single phase devices with IEC inlet connector up to
10A. It was developed for the instrument series LMG90 and LMG95, but you can also
connect other instruments like LMG310, LMG450 or LMG500.
The supply is done by a IEC inlet cord which must be connected to the MAK1. The load is
connected by the fixed mounted cord.
With the MAK1 you can measure the voltage (jacks U and U*). The current is also accessable
(from I* to I). This jacks have to be connected to the jacks of the measuring instrument.
Important!
If you dont want to measure the current, the jacks I* and I have to be short circuit to enable the
current to flow!
The internal wiring is done so that the load is measured with correct current. This wiring is
perfect suited for the measurement of stand by power.
An important point is the safety. The MAK1 is in compliance with IEC61010-1 and was
constructed for voltages up to 300V CAT III.
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6.6 Adaptor for measurement at 16A/3phase devices (LMG-MAK3)
Figure 125: Adaptor for 16A/3phase devices (LMG-MAK3)

Attention: Ensure in any case, that the N (neutral) on the patch panel is connected from
the input side to the output side! Either via a current measurement path or with a short
circuit on the patch panel. An open N (neutral) can lead to dangerous voltage at the
output and may destroy the connected load!! If you dont want to measure the current in
L1/L2 orL3, the jacks Ix* and Ix have to be short circuit to enable the current to flow!
6.6.2 General
The MAK3 is an adaptor for measuring at 3 phase systems up to 16A per phase. It was
developed for the instrument series LMG310, LMG450 and LMG500, but you can also
connect other instruments.
The supply is done by a about 2m long wire. The schuko jack is to supply the instrument. If
you are measuring a load, the power consumption of the instrument is not taken into account,
because it is supplied before the measuring connectors. If you are measuring a generator, you
should supply the instrument from another jack to avoid measuring errors.
With the MAK3 you can measure the voltage of the three phases (jacks U1*, U2* and U3*)
against the neutral connector (U1, U2 and U3). But you can also measure the linked voltages.
The three currents are also accessable (from I1*, I2* and I3* to I1, I2 and I3). Further on by using
a 4-channel instrument you can measure the voltage between neutral and earth (U4* against
U4) as well as the current in the neutral (I4* to I4).
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Important!
If you dont want to measure the current in a wire, the jacks Ix* and Ix have to be short circuit to
enable the current to flow!
The load is connected to the CEE jack. The load is measured with correct currents. If
measuring a generator the voltage is correct.
An important point is the safety. The MAK3 is in compliance with IEC61010-1 and was
constructed for voltages up to 300/520V CAT III.
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6.7 Safety Grip for current and voltage connection (LMG-Z301)
Figure 126: Safety claw grip (LMG-Z301)

6.7.2 Description
Safety claw grip, type CI, 16A / 1000V / CATIII. Test clips for current and voltage connection
with on the outside insulated steel jaws. Available in red and black.
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6.8 DSUB25 Adapter for LMG process signal interfaces (L5-IOBOX-S/-F)
Figure 127: Adapter from DSUB25 to screw cage connection (L5-IOBOX-S)
Figure 128: Adapter from DSUB25 to spring cage connection (L5-IOBOX-F)

• 2m connection cable DSUB25f to DSUB25m to connect this adapter to LMG process
signal interface
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6.9 Adapter for incremental rotation speed encoders (L45-Z18)
Figure 129:L45-Z18

6.9.2 General
This plugon adapter for LMG450 converts pulses of common industrial incremental encoders
with two 90 degree phase shifted pulse outputs into analogue voltage. This voltage can be
analysed graphically with high temporal resolution by using sensor input of LMG450.
Compared to this, digital encoder input of process signal interface provides only one value
each measuring cycle and with L45-Z18 you get a fast, high dynamic response to changes in
rotation speed!
6.9.3 Description
Incremental encoders (speed sensors) with TTL technology (supply +5V and GND) or HTL
technology (supply +5V and –5V) can be connected. There are four colour coded measuring
ranges of the adapter to align with different pulse rates Z of the incremental encoder and
maximum revolutions per minute Nmax.
Attention! Read measuring value Idc, only this presents exact speed values according to
absolute value and sign (depending on sense of rotation)! Positive output voltage is seen in
case A signal leads electrically by 90° to B signal. This equates usually to clockwise rotation
when looking onto the encoder shaft.
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6.9.4 Ripple
As a matter of principle of frequency to voltage conversion there is a ripple at low revolution
on output voltage. Built-in filters are optimised for short settling time without overshooting. In
case that remaining ripple is too high, this can be reduced with the settings of LMG, for
example:
• Select adjustable lowpass filter in measuring channel
• Extend the measuring cycle time
• Average over a couple of measurement cycles
Selection of the filter is always a compromise of fast reaction on variation of input signal and
reduction of ripple on output signal. The user can find optimal setting weighing these
antithetic approaches.
6.9.5 Incremental encoders with two 90 degree phase shifted pulse outputs
Measuring range LED Colour Red Yellow Green Blue

Position of the slide Unit Left most Left Right Right most
switch adjacent of
the LEDs
Z*Nmax 1 / min 144000 576000 2304000 9216000
(Pulse rate * max.
revolution speed)
Specified tolerance % of m.value ±(0.1+0.1) ±(0.1+0.1) ±(0.1+0.1) ±(0.1+0.1)
+ % of
m.range
Max. pulse input
Hz 2400 9600 38400 153600
frequency using
input A and B
Formula for "Scale" 1 / min 1152000 / Z 1152000 / Z 1152000 / Z 1152000 / Z
“Z” is the number of pulses per rotation of the used incremental encoder (speed sensor)
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6.9.6 Incremental encoders with single pulse outputs

Position of the slide
Unit Left most Left Right Right most
switch adjacent of
the LEDs
Z*Nmax
1 / min 288000 1152000 4608000 9216000
(Pulse rate * max.
revolution speed)
+ % of
m.range
Max. pulse input
Hz 4800 19200 76800 153600
frequency using
input A
The recognition of the rotating direction is not possible.

The output voltage is always negative if input B is left open.
The output voltage is always positive if input B is tied to pin ‘supply +5V’
6.9.7 Scaling
In range menu of LMG450 you can set the calculated scale value of the last line from above
mentioned chart, depending on the pulse rate Z per rotation of the used incremental encoder.
Then the revolution will be presented correctly in value 1/min on the display. The unit will
however be A (or V)! Displayed 1.465kA means 1465 1/min. For further user-friendly
presentation utilise capabilities of LMG450 built-in formula editor and user defined menu.
6.9.8 Pin assignment

9 pin D-Sub connector (male) to incremental encoder
Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Screen

Function Supply Supply GND Input A Input B No connection Screen
+5V -5V (on (internal test pins) (on GND)
screen)
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6.9.9 Pulse input A and B

Permissible input voltage: Ulowmin = -30V at -1.4mA, Ulowmax=+0.8V at 0.001mA
Uhighmin=+2V at 0.002mA, Uhighmax=+30V at 1.2mA
Input resistance: 1Mohms at 0V<Uin<+5V
22kohms at -30V<Uin<+30V
6.9.10 Encoder supply

Voltage: ±5V, ±10%
Load: max. ±100mA
6.9.11 Connection of the sensor with LMG90/310/95

not possible

Plug-and-use solution like current sensors. Use current channel.

not possible, use L50-Z18
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6.10 Adapter for incremental rotation speed encoders (L50-Z18)
Figure 130:L50-Z18

6.10.2 General
This plugon adapter for LMG500 converts pulses of common industrial incremental encoders
with two 90 degree phase shifted pulse outputs into analogue voltage. This voltage can be
analysed graphically with high temporal resolution by using sensor input of LMG500.
Compared to this, digital encoder input of process signal interface provides only one value
each measuring cycle and with L50-Z18 you get a fast, high dynamic response to changes in
rotation speed!
6.10.3 Description
Incremental encoders (speed sensors) with TTL technology (supply +5V and GND) or HTL
technology (supply +5V and –5V) can be connected. There are four colour coded measuring
ranges of the adapter to align with different pulse rates Z of the incremental encoder and
maximum revolutions per minute Nmax.
Attention! Read measuring value Idc, only this presents exact speed values according to
absolute value and sign (depending on sense of rotation)! Positive output voltage is seen in
case A signal leads electrically by 90° to B signal. This equates usually to clockwise rotation
when looking onto the encoder shaft.
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6.10.4 Ripple
As a matter of principle of frequency to voltage conversion there is a ripple at low revolution
on output voltage. Built-in filters are optimised for short settling time without overshooting. In
case that remaining ripple is too high, this can be reduced with the settings of LMG, for
example:
• Select adjustable lowpass filter in measuring channel
• Extend the measuring cycle time
• Average over a couple of measurement cycles
Selection of the filter is always a compromise of fast reaction on variation of input signal and
reduction of ripple on output signal. The user can find optimal setting weighing these
antithetic approaches.
6.10.5 Incremental encoders with two 90 degree phase shifted pulse outputs

Position of the slide Unit Left most Left Right Right most
switch adjacent of
the LEDs
Z*Nmax 1 / min 144000 576000 2304000 9216000
(Pulse rate * max.
revolution speed)
+ % of
m.range
Max. pulse input
Hz 2400 9600 38400 153600
frequency using
input A and B
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6.10.6 Incremental encoders with single pulse outputs

Position of the slide
Unit Left most Left Right Right most
switch adjacent of
the LEDs
Z*Nmax
1 / min 288000 1152000 4608000 9216000
(Pulse rate * max.
revolution speed)
+ % of
m.range
Max. pulse input
Hz 4800 19200 76800 153600
frequency using
input A
The recognition of the rotating direction is not possible.

The output voltage is always negative if input B is left open.
The output voltage is always positive if input B is tied to pin ‘supply +5V’
6.10.7 Scaling
In range menu of LMG500 you can set the calculated scale value of the last line from above
mentioned chart, depending on the pulse rate Z per rotation of the used incremental encoder.
Then the revolution will be presented correctly in value 1/min on the display. The unit will
however be A (or V)! Displayed 1.465kA means 1465 1/min. For further user-friendly
presentation utilise capabilities of LMG500 built-in formula editor and user defined menu.
6.10.8 Pin assignment

9 pin D-Sub connector (male) to incremental encoder
Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Screen

Function Supply Supply GND Input A Input B No connection Screen
+5V -5V (on (internal test pins) (on GND)
screen)
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6.10.9 Pulse input A and B

Permissible input voltage: Ulowmin = -30V at -1.4mA, Ulowmax=+0.8V at 0.001mA
Uhighmin=+2V at 0.002mA, Uhighmax=+30V at 1.2mA
Input resistance: 1Mohms at 0V<Uin<+5V
22kohms at -30V<Uin<+30V
6.10.10 Encoder supply

Voltage: ±5V, ±10%
Load: max. ±100mA
6.10.11 Connection of the sensor with LMG90/310/95

not possible

not possible, use L45-Z18

Plug-and-use solution like current sensors. Use current channel.
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6.11 Synchronisation adapter with adjustable lowpass filter (L50-Z19)
Figure 131:L50-Z19

1.) first connect the clamp to L50-Z19
2.) connect L50-Z19 to LMG500 Sync.input and switch the power meter on
3.) then connect the clamp to the device under test.
Synchronisation adapter without safety isolation! Only for current clamps with
galvanic isolation! NO DIRECT CONNECTION TO ANY EXTERNAL
VOLTAGES!!
L50-Z19 is an accessory for the precision power meter LMG500. It can be used with any
xxA:1A current clamp, e.g. LMG-Z325, LMG-Z326, LMG-Z322 or LMG-Z329. A burden
resistor, a high sensitivity amplifier and a 8th order Butterworth lowpass filter are included in
the DSUB15 plug to assure stable synchronisation to any disturbed signal.
It simplifies the synchronisation to the fundamental current frequency of a frequency inverter

output. It needs about 100uA fundamental current at the signal input. That means with a
1000A:1A current clamp it is possible to detect the fundamental in a wide current range from
100mA to 1000A. If the fundamental current is lower than 100mA, several load current
windings in the clamp can be used to enlarge the sensitivity or use an other clamp with
100A:1A ratio. LMG500 settings in the measure menue: set ‘Sync’ to ‘ExClmp’ and adjust
the lowpass corner frequency.
Important: L50-Z19 can be configured only in Group A, if it is configured in Group A, it can

be used in Group B as well via ‘Sync ext.’.
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Figure 132:L50-Z19
Select a filter with a lowpass frequency bigger than every possible fundamental frequency
and(!) lower than every possible switching frequency, under all conditions of starting,
breaking and acceleration of the motor.
filter name 200Hz 500Hz 1kHz 2kHz 5kHz 10kHz 20kHz

-3dB corner frequency 312.5Hz 625Hz 1.25kHz 2.5kHz 5kHz 10kHz 20kHz
filter type 8th order Butterworth
min. current for stable about 100uA
synchronisation
max. current 1Atrms
isolation NO ISOLATION! (see safety warning)
connection length about 50cm
(but can be extended with usual savety laboratory leads)
6.11.3 Connection of the sensor with LMG90/310/95/450

not possible
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6.12 Ethernet Adapter (L95-Z318, L45-Z318, L50-Z318, LMG-Z318)
Figure 133: L95-Z318, L45-Z318, L50-Z318 - supply via LMG
Figure 134: L95-Z318, L45-Z318, L50-Z318 - supply via LMG
Figure 135: LMG-Z318 - external supply via wall wart
This LAN adapter Z318 is useful for the communication with a power meter LMG located
anywhere in a local area network LAN via a virtual COM port simulation. The
communication is transmitted by the driver over LAN to the LMG for user purposes in the
same way as e.g. the direct connection of PC/COM1 to LMG/COMa. The power meter LMG
will be accessible via this virtual COM port. Perfect suitable for LMG Control software.
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6.12.2 System requirements, hardware specifications

• Windows XP home / Windows XP professional / Windows7 / 32bit or 64bit.
For other operating systems (including Windows: 98 / 2000 / NT /Vista, Linux: Debian /
Mandriva / RedHat / Suse / Ubuntu) see http://www.digi.com -> support -> drivers and
download the driver appropriate for your operating system for ‘Digi Connect SP’.
• auto-sensing to 10/100 Mbit/s Ethernet
• throughput up to 230.400 baud
• data flow control with RTS/CTS, hardware reset with ‘break’
• data throughput with LMG95/450/500

binary mode: about 3000 measuring values (trms, ac, dc, ..., harmonics, flicker,
sample values, ...) per second!
ascii mode: about 1000 measuring values per second
6.12.3 Connection of the adapter L95-Z318 with LMG95 / LMG95e

• Plug the connector of L95-Z318 labeled with „to LMG’s COM B conn.“ to the LMG95 /
LMG95e COM B jack.
• Plug the connector of L95-Z318 labeled with „supply“ to the LMG95 / LMG95e auxilary
transducer supply jack, if your application uses the supply jack e.g. for PSU600, then use
LMG-Z318 with external supply via wall wart.
• Switch on the power meter and connect the LAN cable.
• assure that the LMG firmware is 3v136 or newerfor LMG95, 5v136 or newer for LMG95e
6.12.4 Connection of the adapter L45-Z318 with LMG450

• Plug the connector of L45-Z318 labeled with „to LMG’s COM B conn.“ to the LMG450
COM B jack.
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• Plug the connector of L45-Z318 labeled with „supply“ to one of the LMG450 current
clamp 1/2/3/4 jacks whichever is free, if your application uses four current sensors, then
use LMG-Z318 with external supply via wall wart.
• assure that the LMG firmware is 2v121 or newer
6.12.5 Connection of the adapter L50-Z318 with LMG500

• Plug the connector of L50-Z318 labeled with „to LMG’s COM B conn.“ to the LMG500
COM B jack.
• Plug the connector of L50-Z318 labeled with „supply“ to one of the LMG500 sensor ID
jacks whichever is free.
• assure that the LMG firmware is 4v077 or newer
6.12.6 Connection of the adapter LMG-Z318 with any LMGxx

• Connect the DSUB9 jack of LMG-Z318 with a 1:1 serial connection cable to LMGs
COMa.
• Connect the wall wart with power input of LMG-Z318.
6.12.7 Configure the LAN connection with the Realport setup wizard
• You will find the setup wizard on the ZES support CD under driver\z318 or on the
webpage http://www.zes.com. Start setup32.exe for 32-bit systems or setup64.exe for 64-
bit systems.
Press ‘next’, the wizard trys to find the ethernet adapter. If it is not found, press reset for
about 3 seconds at the backside of the ethernet adapterbox to remove possible given prior
IP address and wait for about 1 minute before searching again.
This is the most important point in the installation. If the wizard still can not find the Z318
in your LAN, please ask your system administrator before you contact the support hotline
of ZES. The support engineers of ZES will need a lot of detailed information about your
local network to consult.
• If the wizard found one or more devices choose the appropriate one and press ‘next’.
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• Take care, that Z318 gets the same IP address after its next startup. Configure your local
DHCP server that the fix MAC address of Z318 gets everytime the same IP address or set a
fix (and free!) IP address manually. This is important, because in the next step you assign a
virtual COM port to this IP address and if the IP address was different after the next
startup, the virtual COM port would be not available.
• Select: ‘add a new device’. It might be necessary to remove previous installed drivers with
‘remove an existing device’.
Figure 136
• Select the device ..
Figure 137
• .. and assign a virtual COM port:
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Figure 138
The power meter LMG is now accessible via this virtual COM port.
6.12.8 Configuration and Management by web interface

• Start your Browser and login to the IP adress obtained to your LAN adapter Z318
http://192.168.x.xx/login.htm with the username ‘root’ and the password ‘dbps’:
Figure 139
• Here you can manage the settings in a comfortable way: e.g. check MAC Address, IP
Adress, firmware update and so on.
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Figure 140
6.12.9 Troubleshooting
The following problems may appear while installing the ethernet adapter. If the problem
remains after checking the following points, please contact ZES at [email protected] or
++49 6171 628750
• please check all connections: supply, RS232, LAN,

in case of LMG-Z318 and LMGx COMa: use 1:1 serial cable, no nullmodem
• connect the ethernet adapter to the power supply, press reset, wait for about 1 minute and try
again
• switch off your antivirus protection software, the firewall may block the communication
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6.13 USB-RS232 Adapter (LMG-Z316)
This USB-RS232 adapter Z316 is useful for the communication with a power meter LMG and
a PC with USB port via a virtual COM port simulation. The communication is transmitted by
the driver over USB to the adapter for user purposes in the same way as e.g. the direct
connection of PC/COMx to LMG/COMa. The power meter LMG will be accessible via this
virtual COM port. Perfect suitable for LMG Control software.

6.13.2 System requirements, hardware specifications

• Windows: driver available for Windows XP home or professional / Windows Vista,
see ZES support CD ‘LMG500 USB driver’
• Linux: driver is part of the kernel 2.4.x or newer (ftdi_sio Modul)
• throughput up to 230.400 baud
• supports data flow control with RTS/CTS, hardware reset with ‘break’
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• adapter length about 1m, standard RS232 DSUB9 male with UNC nuts and USB typ A
plug
• connection to LMG with standard 1:1 serial cable, elongation possible up to 15m
6.13.3 RS232 plug

DSUB9 male connector with UNC screw nuts, pin assignment:
pin1: CD (carrier detect)

pin2: RX (receive data)
pin3: TX (transmit data)
pin4: DTR (data terminal ready)
pin5: GND
pin6: DSR (dataset ready)
pin7: RTS (request to send)
pin8: CTS (clear to send)
pin9: RI (ring indicator)

• USB-RS232 Adapter
• DSUB9m to DSUB9f connection cable, pin assignment 1:1, about 1.8m
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6.14 IEEE488 bus cable (LMG-Z312 /-Z313 /-Z314)
Figure 142: LMG-Z312 /-Z313 /-Z314
IEEE 488 bus cable, full screened metal-plug socket case to maintain the excellent noise
immunity of all LMG instruments.
Cable length:
LMG-Z312 1m
LMG-Z313 2m
LMG-Z314 4m

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6.15 RS232 interface cable (LMG-Z317)
RS232 interface cable, DSUB 9 male to DSUB 9 female, length about 1.8m.

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6.16 Safety laboratory leads (LMG-Z307/308)
Figure 144: LMG-Z307/308

Rated current 32A

Protection class 1000V / CAT III
Length LMG-Z307: 0.25m
LMG-Z308: 1.25m
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7 Voltage sensors
7.1 Precision high voltage divider (HST3/6/9/12)
Figure 145: precision high voltage divider HST12-3

The HST Series is not designed for working on medium voltage grids!
The normal use of the HST3/ 6/ 9/ 12 series needs a connection to high voltages. To
fulfill the safety requirements it is under all conditions absolutely necessary to earth
the case of the HST3/ 6/ 9/ 12 to obtain safety and functionality! Use sufficient cross
section of the earthing conductor to match the possible shortcircuit currents!
Connection to voltages of more than 1000V should only be done with the use of
external high-voltage high breaking capacity fuses!
To prevent partial discharges the unshielded high-voltage leads of HST must have a
distance between each other, to other conductive parts and against earth of at least
25mm (HST3 and HST6) and 50mm (HST9 and HST12)! Don’t touch the high-
voltage leads to avoid partial discharges.
Because the measuring inputs of HST are designed for voltages >1000V, the
respective safety rules for electrical equipment and installations above 1000V have
strictly to be regarded!
Voltage sensors
7.1.2 General
The wide band precision high voltage divider of series HST expand the voltage measuring
range of ZES ZIMMER precision power meter LMG for use at nominal voltages over 1000V.
The high voltage inputs are equipped with 2m leads that is attached to the voltage measured
against earth. The open leads can be aligned by the customer.
The HST 3 (resp. HST6/9/12) divides DC, AC or any distorted voltages with very high
accuracy by the factor 1000 (resp. 2000/3000/4000). The divided voltage is available at the
buffered low impedance BNC output. To avoid noise interference it is recommended to use
shielded cables to the measuring input of the LMG.
The HST can be delivered in one, two or three channel version as to match the particular
measuring task.
The single phase HST is used in single ended systems (e.g. lighting, plasma generation,
induction heating, ultrasonic applications). Line to line voltages can be measured as difference
between the output signals of the channels. For floating (difference) voltage measuring
therewith the 2-phase HST is best suitable.
The HST has been designed for measurements at gas discharge lamps, to measure the high
frequency burning voltage and the ignition voltage with high precision. These characteristics
enable the use of the HST at frequency inverters with voltage peaks above 1000V. These
applications have no risk of surge and transient overvoltages by lightning or switching
operations. The voltage peaks in these applications are well definded and are produced by the
application itself with a limited energy.
However the HST should be protected by external high voltage high breaking capacity fuses.
A further improvement of operational reliability is possible with external surge arresters. It
should be connected on the HST input behind the fuse against earth.
Voltage sensors
7.1.3 Specifications for serial numbers starting with ‘B...’, ‘C...’, ‘D...’
Series HST3 HST6 HST9 HST12

maximum trms
input voltage 3.15kV 6.3kV 9.45kV 12.6kV
maximum peak
voltage for full 5kV 10kV 15kV 20kV
scale
input impedance 10MΩ||50pF 20MΩ||25pF 30MΩ||22pF 40MΩ||20pF

dividing ratio 1/1000 1/2000 1/3000 1/4000
accuracy of max. ±0.08% (45Hz ... 65Hz)
dividing ratio typ. ±2% (300kHz; burden<100pF)
influence of max. ±0.1% (45Hz ... 65Hz; PF>0.8)
power typ. ±3% (300kHz; burden<100pF; PF>0.8)
measurement
measurement one fixed high voltage lead (length 2m) for each channel,
input earth jack as the common reference point
signal output one BNC socket for each channel
output burden min. 500Ω; max. 2nF
safety class class I; device must be earthed additionally to PE of mains supply cord.
enclosure robust aluminium case
size (L x W x H)
without cable and 330mm x 230mm x 110mm 400mm x 230mm x 110mm
connectors
weight approx. 6.1kg approx. 7.2kg
mains supply 230V / 50Hz; approx. 20VA
Overvoltage capabilities of high voltage input against earthed case:

No transient overvoltages allowed!
Voltage sensors
7.1.4 Specifications for serial numbers starting with ‘E...’

Series HST3 HST6 HST9 HST12
no. of channels 1 2 3 1 2 3 1 2 3 1 2 3
ordering type HST HST HST HST HST HST HST HST HST HST HST HST
3-1 3-2 3-3 6-1 6-2 6-3 9-1 9-2 9-3 12-1 12-2 12-3
Nominal electrical maximum sine
rating of measuring trms voltage for 3.5kV 7kV 10.5kV 14kV
inputs full scale
maximum trms
input voltage 4.2kV 8.4kV 12.6kV 16.8kV
maximum peak
voltage for full 5kV 10kV 15kV 20kV
scale
input impedance 10MΩ||50pF 20MΩ||25pF 30MΩ||22pF 40MΩ||20pF
dividing ratio 1/1000 1/2000 1/3000 1/4000
measuring tolerance of ratio tolerance of phase
accuracy
DC max. ±0.1% -
0.05Hz ... 45Hz max. ±0.1% ±0.06°
45Hz ... 65Hz max. ±0.05% ±0.06°
65Hz ... 2.5kHz max. ±0.1% ±0.2°
2.5kHz ... 10kHz max. ±0.2% ±0.4°
10kHz ... 100kHz max. ±0.3% ±0.5°
100kHz...300kHz; typ. ±2% ±2.5°
conditions for input voltage from 3% to 100% of maximum trms input voltage
accuracy output burden min. 1kΩ || max. 1nF
specifications (except min 1kΩ || max. 100pF at 100kHz...300kHz)
Overvoltage maximum trms 4.2kV 8.4kV 12.6kV 16.8kV
capability voltage*
of highvoltage input maximum periodic 5kV 10kV 15kV 20kV
against earthed case peak voltage*
*) voltages in maximum 3.8kV 6.8kV 8.8kV 10.2kV
accordance to transient
EN61010:2010, overvoltage*
valid for max. non-repetitive 8.8kV 16.8kV 23.8kV 30.2kV
altitude 2000m over maximum peak
sea level voltage*
Mechanical measurement one fixed high voltage lead (length 2m) for each channel,
input earth jack as the common reference point
signal output one BNC socket for each channel
enclosure robust aluminium case
size (L x W x H) 330mm x 230mm x 110mm 400mm x 230mm x 110mm
installation 490mm x 230mm x 110mm 590mm x 230mm x 110mm
dimension (L x W
x H)
weight approx. 6.1kg approx. 7.2kg
Other temperature range 5...40°C, indoor use only
safety class class I; device must be earthed additionally to PE of mains supply cord.
mains supply 85..265V; 45..65Hz; approx. 20VA
Voltage sensors
7.1.5 Measurement principle HST
Figure 146: principle structure of different HST types
7.1.6 Example wirings
Figure 147: example wirings HST6-2
Two possible example wirings are shown: A two channel measurement in the upper part of
the figure and a differential voltage measurement in the lower part of the figure.
Voltage sensors
7.1.7 HST wiring of 3-phase systems
Figure 148: HST wiring of 3-phase systems
On the highvoltage side HST input1, input2 and input3 connects to L1, L2 and L3. All voltage
measurements have the same reference potential: earth.
Also isolated sources as these are always bound to earth by their earth capacities can be
measured with the earthed HST.
Voltage sensors
On the low voltage side, the connection to the power meter LMG or other instruments can be
done in two different ways:
1. Instruments with internal star-delta conversion are connected like shown in the upper part
of the drawing. Advantage is that unbalanced sources are measured correctly, the total
power is determined correctly as well as the power of each phase.
2. Instruments without star-delta conversion are connected like shown in the lower part of the
drawing. The line voltages with reference potential earth can be tapped directly at the BNC
jacks. Even with unbalanced sources, the total power is determined correctly.

• precision high voltage divider (HST)
• about 3m BNC connection cable from HST to the power meter LMG
• adapter BNC to 4mm plugs
7.1.9 Option mounting clips (HST-Z01/Z02)

This option has to be specified at the order, respectively a refitting can be only made by ZES
ZIMMER.
Figure 149: HST mounting clips, Dimensions in mm
Figure 150: HST-Z01
Figure 151: HST-Z02
Voltage sensors
HST Option a b
HST3 HST-Z01 180mm 380mm
HST6
HST-Z02 250mm 310mm
HST9 HST-Z01 180mm 450mm

HST12
HST-Z02 250mm 380mm
7.1.10 Option HST-O1-1 supply connection via IEC320 connector

Supply connection mating to commonly used IEC-320-C13 appliance connectors.
Figure 152: HST-O1-1
7.1.11 Option HST-O1-2 supply connection via NEMA 5-15P connector

Supply connection mating to NEMA 5-15 sockets commonly used in USA.
Figure 153: HST-O1-2
7.1.12 External high-voltage high breaking capacity fuses

Although HV fuse-links are not able to protect the HST in the case of an internal fault, they
should be installed. In the case of a fault the HST shall be disconnected from the supply as fast
Voltage sensors
as possible in order to limit the fault effects. This is why HV fuse-links of lowest possible rated
currents are recommended.
Possible suppliers of this fuses are:
• SIBA (www.siba.com):
Indoor and outdoor voltage Transformer fuses HHD-BVT,
Voltage transformer fuses HHZ-BVT
• ABB (www.abb.com):
Indoor voltage transformer fuses WBP,
Outdoor voltage transformer fuses BRT
Fuse selection criterias

Ambient conditions
Rated voltage: 6kV for HST3 and HST6
Rated voltage: 12kV for HST9 and HST12
Rated current: 0.6A to 1A
ZES ZIMMER can not guarantee that the fuses of above mentioned suppliers are suitable for
every purpose and application! It is the responsibility of the user to find and install a fuse
appropriate to the application.
7.1.13 External surge arrester

To improve the operational reliability the usage of a surge arrester is recommended. With a
surge arrester meeting the requirements and placed behind the previously mentioned HV-fuse,
overvoltages can be held below the maximum non repetitive peak voltages of the HST.
Possible suppliers of surge arresters are:
• TRIDELTA (www.tridelta.de)
Medium voltage arrester Series SBK
• SIEMENS (www.siemens.com)
Medium voltage arrester Series 3EK7
Surge arrester selection criterias

Ambient conditions
Continuos operating voltage at installation point
Temporary overvoltage at installation point
Residual voltage against earth at possible impulse current:
max. 8.8kV for HST3
Voltage sensors
max. 16.8kV for HST6

ZES ZIMMER can not guarantee that the surge arresters of above mentioned suppliers are
suitable for every purpose and application! It is the responsibility of the user to find and
install a surge arrester appropriate to the application.
FAQ - frequently asked questions / Knowledge base
8 FAQ - frequently asked questions / Knowledge base
8.1 The Burden resistor

For measurements with the specified accuracies the burden of a sensor has to be between 50%
and 100% of the rated burden in the data sheet (at the rated frequency range). This burden can
be given as ohmic resistor or as an apparent power value. Here an example how you can
convert the two values:
S 2.5VA
R= = = 100mΩ
(I ) (5A )2
2
The burden resistor is built up from the ohmic load of the cables and additional from the
burden of the meter. The sensor will not work at the specified accuracy, if the operation
burden is not reached. Because of the very low consumption of the elektronic meter inputs the
rated operation burden is mostly not reached and an additional operation resistor has to be
fitted. This resistor can also be built up from a correctly dimensioned connection cabel from
the sensor to the meter.
Rcable ohmic value of the cable

Radditional additional ohmic resistor (may be cable)
Rmeter ohmic value of the meter input
CT current sensor
8.1.1 Example
Sensor Cable Meter

100A/5A l = 2m (total length) 2.5VA
Burden: R meter =
ρ = 0.0175 Ω mm I2
2
rated burden:Rrate = 2.5VA
m
operation burden: 50% of 2.5VA 2
A = 1.5mm
8.1.2 For the CT

S 2.5VA
The rated burden of the CT is: R rate = = = 100mΩ
I 2 (5A)2
⇒ Roperation = 50mΩ
S 0.2VA
Burden of the meter: R meter = = = 8mΩ
I 2 (5A)2
ρ ⋅l 0.0175Ω ⋅ mm 2 ⋅ 2m
Ohmic value of the cable: R cable = = = 23.3mΩ
A m ⋅ 1.5mm 2
Now the additional resistor can be calculated to:

Radditional = Roperation-Rcable-Rmeter = 50mΩ-23.3mΩ-8mΩ=18.7mΩ
If you want to use a longer cable to built up this additional resistor the length is calculated:
l=
Rcable ⋅ A
=
(Roperation − Rmeter ) ⋅ A
=
(50mΩ - 8mΩ ) ⋅ m ⋅ 1.5mm2 = 3.6m
ρ ρ 0.0175Ω ⋅ mm 2
(Please note the maximum current loading capability of the cable!)
8.2 Example of an error calculation: general derivation

The calculations illustrate how to calculate the errors of U, I or P when using an external
sensor. The following parameters of the measurement are given:
The measurement is made with a LMG95, the accuracies of the channels are in ±(% of
measuring value + % of measuring range):
Frequency/Hz 45 to 65
Voltage 0.01+0.02
Current 0.01+0.02
Active Power 0.015+0.02
The clamp with which is measured is the LMG-Z322 with an accuracy of:
Current Amplitude error Phase error

10A to 200A 1.5% 2°
200A to 1000A 0.75% 0.75°
1000A to 1200A 0.5% 0.5°
Ratio of 1000:1.
At the I channel we are using a scaling of 1000 to get the correct currents at the display. In the
following examples all values are calculated for the primary side, what means on measured
signal level. The readings are:
Utrms: 230.000V, range 250V ⇒ range peak value 400V

Itrms: 100.000A primary ⇒ 0.1A secondary; range 150mA ⇒ range peak value 469mA
calculated back to the primary side: range 150A ⇒ range peak value 469A
f: 50Hz
ϕ: 45°
P: 16.2635kW, range 37.5kW ⇒ range peak value 187.6kW
AC coupling mode for the signal is selected (what means you have no errors because of the
DC offset of the signal).
From the table above the following errors of the LMG95 itself for voltage and current can be
determined (using the peak values of the respective measuring range):
∆U = ±(0.01% of Rdg. + 0.02% of Rng.) = ±(0.023V + 0.08V) = ±0.103V
∆I LMG 95 = ±(0.01% of Rdg.+ 0.02% of Rng.) = ±( 0.01A + 0.0938 A) = ±0.1038 A
∆PLMG 95 = ±(0.015% of Rdg.+ 0.02% of Rng.) = ±( 0.00244kW + 0.03752kW) = ±0.03996kW
Additional to these three errors there is the error caused by the current clamp. First the
amplitude error which will be added to the ∆ILMG95:
∆I clamp = ±( 1.5% of rdg. ) = ±1.5 A
So you get a total current error of:
∆I total = ∆I LMG 95 + ∆I clamp = ±1.6038 A
The second error which is caused by the clamp is the error of the additional phase shift of 2°.
This error will influence the active power. In this example the power can be calculated as:
P = U * I * cos ϕ
So the total differential gives you the error:
∂P ∂P ∂P
∆Pclamp = * ∆U + * ∆I total + * ∆ϕ
∂U ∂I ∂ϕ
you get:
∆Pclamp = I * cos ϕ * ∆U + U * cos ϕ * ∆I total + − U * I * sin ϕ * ∆ϕ
At this point only the errors of the clamp are used, the errors of the LMG are already calculated:
∆U=0!
∆I=∆Iclamp
2° * 2π
∆ϕ = 2°: = 0.035 rad.
360°
π
For the angles you have to use the radient: 45° = rad
4
π π π
∆Pclamp = 100 A * cos * 0.0V + 230V * cos * 1.5A + - 230V * 100A * sin * 0.035
4 4 4
= 0.0W + 243.95W + − 569.22W = 813.17W
At this point the error values caused by the clamp should be marked:
The amplitude error of the clamp 243.95W and the phase shift causes 569.22W, what means
813.17W error are caused by the clamp.
The total error of the active power is:
∆Ptotal = ∆PLMG 95 + ∆Pclamp = ± (0.03996kW + 0.81317 kW ) = 0.85313kW
The relative error of the active power is:

∆P
∆Prelative = total = 0.0525 =ˆ 5.25%
P
8.2.1 Improving the accuracy

If you use a current clamp like in this example with a nominal current of 1000A and your current
is only 10% what means 100A a simple trick to increase the accuracy is to wind the conductor
several times through the clamp. In the example the accuracy of the clamp changes with three
windings to 0.75%, because of the primary current of 300A, the phase shift is 0.75°. The next
example of calculation is done for three windings:
Utrms: 230.000V, range 250V ⇒ range peak value 400V
1000
Itrms: Scaling = 333.333 , what means all current values are divided by 3, even the
3
errors! The ratio of the clamp stays at 1000:1!
Values: 300.000A primary ⇒ 0.3A secondary; range 300mA ⇒ range peak value
0.938A calculated back to the primary side: range 100A ⇒ range peak value 312.7A
f: 50Hz
ϕ: 45°
P: 16.2635kW, range 25kW ⇒ range peak value 125.080kW
∆U = ±(0.01% of Rdg. + 0.02% of Rng.) = ±(0.023V + 0.08V) = ±0.103V
∆I LMG 95 = ±(0.01% of Rdg.+ 0.02% of Rng.) = ±( 0.01A + 0.06254 A) = ±0.07254 A
∆PLMG 95 = ±(0.015% of Rdg.+ 0.02% of Rng.) = ±( 0.00244kW + 0.02502kW) = ±0.027456kW
∆I clamp = ±( 0.75% of primary current = in this case the " reading" ) = ±2.25 A , now with the
scaling this error is divided by 3 as well, what means:
∆I clamp = ±( 0.75% of Rdg.) = ±0.75 A
∆I total = ∆I LMG 95 + ∆I clamp = ±0.82254 A
Again the total differential has to be used, but now with the following values:
∆U=0!
∆I=∆Iclamp
0.75° * 2π
∆ϕ = 0.75°: = 0.013 rad.
360°
With this the error of the clamp of the active power is:
π π π
∆Pclamp = 100 A * cos * 0.0V + 230V * cos * 0.75A + - 230V * 100A * sin * 0.013
4 4 4
= 333.40W
∆Ptotal = ∆PLMG 95 + ∆Pclamp = ±(0.027456kW + 0.33340kW ) = 0.360856kW
The relative error of the active power is:
∆Ptotal
∆Prelative = = 0.0222 =ˆ 2.22%
P
With this simple trick the error of the current amplitude could be reduced by 51.2%. The error of
the active power even by 42.3%.
8.3 Example of an error calculation: LMG500 with external shunt

Particularly with regard to the standby power measurements compliant to EN62301 and
ENERGY STAR it might be profitable and necessary to use an external shunt to increase the
current dynamic and accuracy at low currents. This example shows how to calculate the
measuring tolerance of the complete system consisting of LMG500 and the external shunt
LMG-SH100.
• External shunt
LMG-SH100, 100ohms, ±0.15%
• Voltage measurement
Ueff=230V
LMG500 Urange=250V / 400Vpk (range spec.: see documentation of LMG500)
(in 115V supply networks: Urange=130V / 200Vpk, the remaining calculation is the same)
• Current measurement
Ieff=4mA
LMG500 Irange=5mA / 15.63mApk (range spec.: see documentation of LMG-SHxx)
LMG500 I measuring accuracy: ±(0.01% of measuring value+0.02% of measuring range)
• Power measurement
PF=0.1
f=50Hz (or 60Hz)
S=0.92VA
P=92mW
LMG500 Prange=Urange*Irange=400V*15.63mA=6.252W
LMG500 P measuring accuracy: ±(0.015% of measuring value+0.01% of measuring range)
• Tolerance of current and power measurement

Because the shunt tolerance is a purely scaling error without a term of measuring range, the
error analysis can be simplified to the following calculation:
shunt error term LMG error of meas.value LMG error of meas.range
∆I = ±( 0.15/100*4mA + 0.01/100*4mA + 0.02/100*15.63mA)
= ±( 6uA + 0.4uA + 3.126uA)
= ±9.526uA
∆P = ±( 0.15/100*92mW + 0.015/100*92mW + 0.01/100*6.252W)

= ±( 138uW + 13.8uW + 625.2uW)
= ±777uW
8.4 Example of an error calculation: LMG500 with HST3

In this example an error calculation is shown with the LMG500 and HST3 measuring the loss
power of a 3000V / 10A / 60Hz, pure sinewave voltage and current / PF=0.3 device under test
• HST high voltage divider

HST3 scale = 1000:1
HST3 tolerance: ±0.05% / ±0.06° @ 45 .. 65Hz
∆phi_HST3 = ±0.06°/360°*2*pi = ±0.001047197551 rad
• Voltage measurement
Ueff = 3000V / 60Hz
LMG500 Uscale = 1000
LMG500 Urange = (3V / 6Vpk) = 3000V / 6000Vpk
LMG500 U measuring accuracy: ±(0.01% of measuring value+0.02% of measuring range)
• Current measurement
Ieff = 10A / 60Hz
LMG500 Irange = 10A / 30Apk, direct current input
LMG500 I measuring accuracy: ±(0.01% of measuring value+0.02% of measuring range)
• Power measurement
PF = 0.3, pure sinewave voltage and current -> phi = acos(PF)
f = 60Hz
S = Ueff*Ieff = 30kVA
P = Ueff*Ieff*PF = 9kW
LMG500 Prange = Urange*Irange = 6000V*30A = 180kW
LMG500 P measuring accuracy: ±(0.015% of measuring value+0.01% of measuring range)
• Tolerance of voltage and power measurement

∆U_LMG500 = ±(0.01/100*3000V + 0.02/100*6000V) = ±(0.3V + 1.2V) = ±1.5V
∆U_HST3 = ±(3000V*0.05/100) = ±1.5V
∆U_total = ±(∆U LMG500 + ∆U HST3) = ±3V
∆P_LMG500 = ±(0.015/100*P + 0.01/100*Prange) = ±(1.35W + 18W) = ±19.35W

with P = U*I*cos(phi)
∆P_HST3 = ±( |dP/dU*∆U_HST3| + |dP/dI*∆I_HST3| + |dP/dphi*∆phi_HST3| )
with ∆I_HST3=0 (current measurement has no influence on voltage measurement)
∆P_HST3 = ±( |I*cos(phi)* ∆U_HST3| + |U*I*sin(phi)* ∆phi_HST3| )
∆P_HST3 = ±( 10A*0.3*1.5V + 3000*10*sin(acos(0.3))*0.001047197551) = ±34.47W
∆P_total = ∆P_LMG500 + ∆P_HST3 = ±53.82W
8.5 Phase correction of current transducers with LMG500

Current sensors, low frequency types for 50Hz as well as high frequency types, insert a delay
in the current measurement path. This behavior is also called ‘phase error’ and means an
additional error term in the power measurement. At high frequency applications and also even
low frequency applications at very low power factor, this phase error may destroy the
complete measurement! Even a few hundred nanoseconds add a significant power error in
case of low power factor.
A great feature of the LMG500 is the capability to correct the delay time of current and
voltage sensors with the time resolution of nanoseconds. To do this adjustment, it is very
important to find a reasonable signal and reference! The signal source can be either a
calibrator with voltage and current output and adjustable frequency and phaseshift or the
application itself. Sometimes the application can be operated in a working point with a current
low enough to be measured direct as well as via current sensor. The big advantage of the
phase adjust in the application itself is that its made with the identical frequency (or:
frequency mix!) as later in the measurement environment and the phase error of a current
transducer is usually dependent from the signal frequency.
Current transducer
I
U
IH F * IH F *
Is e n s o r
Is e n s o r
U s en s o r U s en s o r
I U I U
L50-Z14
I* U* I* U*
Sensor
Ch 1 Ch 2
Sensor ID I1 Sensor ID U1 Sensor ID I2 Sensor ID U2
Figure 154: wiring for current transducer phase correction
Use a few windings through the current transducer and measure the same current with a
different power channel and direct current input. Connect the voltage to both power channels
in parallel. Don’t forget to set the current scaling factor to compare the active power.
Best sensitivity can be achieved with a signal phaseshift near 90 degree. Now switch the
LMG500 to the menue: /range/delay and set the current channel delay for the same power
factor display like the direct measured signal.
For the proper phase adjustment bring the power channel 2 (with external current sensor) to
the same power factor as the power channel 1 (with direct current measurement). It is
important to adjust to the same power factor, not to the same active power (which should be
both nearly! the same conclusion), because every current sensor has also slightly gain errors.
To compensate a small gain error with delay adjustment will lead to spurious measuring
results! The power factor does not depend on gain errors, so its is better to use this value not
to mix gain adjustment with phase adjustment. To understand this, take a look at pure
sinewave signal for voltage and current: PF = P/S = (Utrms*Itrms*cos(phi))/(Utrms*Itrms) =
cos(phi). Utrms and Itrms can be truncated.
For very high frequency signal it is best to use not more than 5Aeff, because the bandwidth
and phase accuracy of this range (20mA to 5A) is the best.
Figure 155: LMG500 before delay compensation (left) /

with succsessfull delay compensation of 280ns (right)
The current transducer in the example above has a signal delay of 280ns, this is compensated
with a delay setting of -280ns, see the power factor ‘PF’ and active power ‘P’!
The current transducer delay or phase error is not necessarily positive, so at higher frequency
the phase shift of a passive current transformer is usually negative and has to be compensated
with a positive compensation value.
8.6 Multiple external sensors in a test bench with LMG450 / LMG500

A common situation in a test bench is, that different sensors have to be connected alternately
to the same power meter channel, controlled by a PC program. For ZES sensors with included
eeprom and error compensation (HDSUB15 plug) the relevant signals have to be redirected,
e.g. by a relais. Relevant are all 10 signals of the pins 6 to 15 of the 15 pin jack in the
LMG450 or L50-Z14!
Important!
• first you have to disconnect the active sensor: therefore please disconnect or switch off the
primary current, then disconnect pins 6 to 15 with a relais
• wait for at least 3s
• now you can connect the new sensor: connect pins 6 to 15 with a relais, then connect or
switch on the primary current.
• don’t allow primary current without secondary connection and supply of the sensor!!
• please use very short and shielded connection cables from the LMG to the switchbox, and
inside the switchbox to aviod EMC problems! a maximum length of 1m between LMG
and the HD15 plug of the sensor is allowed
• pin assignment of the HDSUB15 connector of LMG450 or L50-Z14:

pin1 to pin5 nc
pin6 negative supply (-12V/LMG450 or -15V/LMG500)
pin7 positive supply (+12V/LMG450 or +15V/LMG500)
pin8 EEPROM clk
pin9 EEPROM data
pin10 EEPROM vcc
pin11 signal out
pin12 gnd
pin13 gnd
pin14 gnd
pin15 sensor detection
• In case of supply via sensor supply unit SSU4 you can supply the sensors continuously with
an additional SSU4. Or supply both sensors in parallel with one output of the SSU4, but
allow primary current only to the active sensor!
pin assignment of the DSUB9 connector of SSU4:

pin1 nc
pin2 nc
pin3 gnd
pin4 gnd
pin5 -15V
pin6 signal
pin7 nc
pin8 status
pin9 +15V
8.7 Avoid distortion when using external sensors in noisy environment

External current sensors with voltage output connected to the precision power meter series
LMG have usually an output voltage of a few mV to several V. This sensors can be connected
to the LMG Isensor input and current measurements can be done with a high accuracy, but a
few points have to be kept in mind. Also sensors with current output can have distortion
problems. Especially in EMC noisy environments with high dU/dt voltages the following
points should be considered to achieve best accuracy and low noise:
• Use well shielded koaxial cable to connect sensors with voltage output to the power meter
LMG. Sensors with current output should be connected with twisted measuring leads.
• Avoid ground loops, do not connect the shield and/or housing of the sensor at several
different points to earth. Take into concern, that other instruments, measuring the same
secondary signal, might have inputs without isolation to earth, e.g. oscilloscopes. Important
is the star-shaped grounding of the complete system.
• In the case of well shielded sensors e.g. Pearson transducers, the shield housing should be
connected to PE to allow the capacitiv coupled distortion to find a low impedance way to
earth and do not couple to the measuring signal. If so, the low input I should not be
connected to earth.
Figure 156: Grounding of well shielded sensors
• In applications with current measurement on high common mode voltage potential it is

advantageous to connect the low output of a galvanic separated current transformer with
earth. There is a double galvanic separation: in the LMG and inside the current transformer
itself. So the secondary side has neither galvanic contact with the load current nor with
earth: the current channel is floating on an undefined potential. The accuracy can be
improved by draging down the floating voltage to about earth potential and give the
distortion currents a low impedance way to earth.
Figure 157: Grounding of common current sensor signals
• In applications with a high dU/dt and sensors with onboard electronics it might be
profitable to shield the isolated primary conductor e.g. with copper foil connected only at
one side! to earth. This shield ought to bleed of the capacitive coupled distortion to earth
and keep them away from the sensor electronics. This policy can also be used to enhance
accuracy and reject distortion with other current transducers.
Figure 158: Shielding of sensors with onboard electronics
• In all cases you should adapt the bandwidth of the power meter to the bandwidth of the
current sensor and the signal. It is useless to measure the active power with a 5kHz
bandwidth current clamp and a power meter bandwidth of 10MHz, in this case a signal
filter of e.g. 10kHz will not affect the measuring signal significantly, but will highly reduce
HF distortion and noise!
8.8 Range extension by changing primary ratio at current sensors
Figure 159: external range extension
You can use two windings through a current transducer to expand its current range dynamic.
In this example one winding with one turn (for big currents) and one winding with ten turns
(for small currents) are taken. If you change the scaling value of the corresponding power
meters current channel the different turns are taken into account for all of the measuring
values.
This approach is suitable for all feed through and clamp on current transducers.
Example:
• precision power meter: LMG500
• current sensor: PSU200
• measuring ranges (full range)

1 turn: 0.78A .. 100A
10 turns: 78mA .. 10A
8.9 Range extension by external Shunt and direct current input I*/I
Figure 160: range extension by external shunt
Measuring over a very wide current dynamic range might require to switch from direct current
measurement via I* and I for higher current to an external Shunt for very low current.
Because both the external Shunt input and the direct current input I*/I have the same reference
ground and to prevent that the measuring current flows via the voltage sense of LMG-SHxx,
the current has to be switched with two switches like shown in the figure. The input jack and
the appropriate scaling factor has to be set at the power meter.
S3 can be used in addition, not to interrupt the load current while switching between external
shunt and direct current input.
A typical application is the EN62301 conform measurement of small standby currents and
high operating currents in an automated testbench.
8.10 Avoid measuring errors due to shield currents
Figure 161: shielded high voltage cable
Figure 162: avoid measuring errors due to shield currents
In the medium voltage range (e.g. wind energy) and also electrically powered vehicles
shielded cabels are commonly used for power connections.
Current measurement with feed-through current transducers and shielded cables can lead to
measuring errors. Only the current in the inner conductor is relevant but its magnetic field is
superimposed with the magnetic field of the shield current and measured together in the
current transducer.
The shield turned back through the transducer will lead to an opposite magnetic field and
cancels the resulting magnetic field measured by the transducer to zero. The shield effect
against the electric field between conductor and transducer is not influenced.
8.11 Hints for wiring current transformers or HST to LMG

The appropriate cable types to connect the transducers to the power meter are described in this
section. Each cable connects all current transformer or all voltage transducer signals from a
three phase system to a power meter.
The appropriate cable types must have individually twisted pairs (TP) and a shield made of
copper netting. For example, the following types of cables have the matching properties:
1. Lappkabel: Unitronic LiYCY(TP)
2. Helukabel_ Paar-Tronic-CY
3. TKD-Kabel: PAARTRONIC-CY LiYCY(TP)
Use one twisted pair for one current transformer or voltage transducer. Several three phase
systems can connected together in one cable.
The cable shields are connected only on one side to the ground terminal of the high voltage
divider (HST) or the current transformer. The LMG-side cable shields should remain
unconnected!
For a proper load resistor of the current transformers, use one of the following cross sections
depending on the cable length:
Cable length Copper cross section

8m to 12m 0.25mm2
11m to 17m 0.34mm2
16m to 25m 0.5mm2
23m to 38m 0.75mm2
32m to 51m 1.0mm2
48m to 77m 1.5mm2
78m to 128m 2.5mm2
Cable length American Wire Gauge

7m to 10m AWG 24
10m to 17m AWG 22
16m to 27m AWG 20
26m to 42m AWG 18
41m to 67m AWG 16
65m to 107m AWG 14
104m to 170m AWG 12
For the connection of the high voltage transducer (HST) output, one does not have to care
about the cross section. Coaxial cable (e.g. RG58) can be used too.
Treatment of the ends of the wires:

Use gold-plated stackable 4mm plugs, e.g. Multi-Contact LS425-SE/M (Bürklin 15F3107)
together with insulating sleeve KT425-SE (Bürklin 15F310x). Note: the 4mm plugs have to
be stackable for easy LMG-side short circuit of the secondary side of the current transformers.
The plated gold is important because of the contact resistance.

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2 Current sensors .................................................................................17

4 LMG450 connection cables and adapter ........................................166

5 LMG500 connection cables and adapter ........................................169

8 FAQ - frequently asked questions / Knowledge base ....................217

1.1 Safety precautions

• Always observe the operating conditions and environmental requirements as indicated in

• Keep the instruments away from water and other liquids.

• Do not block or obstruct the ventilation openings.

• Do not touch energized circuits.

1.1.1 Terms and symbols

Caution, risk of electric shock

Earth (ground) terminal

Protective conductor terminal

Equipment protected throughout by double insulation or reinforced insulation.

Application around and removal from hazardous live conductors is permitted.

Do not apply around or remove from hazardous live conductors.

1.1.2 Definition of measurement categories

• Measurement category III corresponds to measurements on building installations.

• Measurement category II corresponds to measurements taken on circuits directly connected

• Measurement category I corresponds to measurements taken on circuits not directly

1.2 Selection table - current sensors

LMG-Z326 40Hz 10kHz 0.8% 200A clamp on x - x general purpose

LMG-Z325 40 Hz 5kHz 2% 200A clamp on x - x general purpose

LMG-Z322 30Hz 10kHz 0.5% 1000A clamp on x x x general purpose

LMG-Z329 45Hz 5kHz 0.5% 3000A clamp on x x x general purpose

LMG-Z406/- 5Hz 50kHz 0.2% 40A clamp on x x x frequency inverter output

L45-Z10/- 2Hz 40kHz 0.15% 1000A clamp on x x x frequency inverter output

L45-Z16/- 5Hz 10kHz 0.15% 3000A clamp on x x x frequency inverter output

L45-Z32- 10Hz 5kHz 1.1% 500A clamp on x x x 50Hz power quality,

L45-Z32- 10Hz 5kHz 1.1% 1000A clamp on x x x 50Hz power quality,

L45-Z32- 10Hz 5kHz 1.1% 3000A clamp on x x x 50Hz power quality,

LMG-Z502 15Hz 5kHz 0.02% 1500A feed x x x high current, no DC,

LMG-Z505 15Hz 5kHz 0.05% 1500A feed x x x high current, no DC,

LMG-Z510 15Hz 5kHz 0.1% 1500A feed x x x high current, no DC,

LMG-Z520 15Hz 5kHz 0.2% 1500A feed x x x high current, no DC,

LMG-Z542 15Hz 5kHz 0.02% 4000A feed x x x high current, no DC,

LMG-Z545 15Hz 5kHz 0.05% 4000A feed x x x high current, no DC,

Sensor name lower upper basic current primary L L L typical applications

LMG-Z550 15Hz 5kHz 0.1% 4000A feed x x x high current, no DC,

LMG-Z562 15Hz 5kHz 0.02% 10kA feed x x x high current, no DC,

LMG-Z570 15Hz 5kHz 0.1% 10kA feed x x x high current, no DC,

LMG-Z582 15Hz 5kHz 0.02% 10kA feed x x x high current, no DC,

LMG-Z590 15Hz 5kHz 0.1% 10kA feed x x x high current, no DC,

Precision current transducer

PCT200 DC 1MHz 0.01% 200A / feed - x x applications with DC current,

PCT600 DC 100kHz 0.01% 600A / feed - x x applications with DC current,

Current transducer Hall

L45-Z28- DC 200kHz 0.9% 50A feed x x x frequency inverter output,

L45-Z28- DC 200kHz 0.7% 100A feed x x x frequency inverter output,

L45-Z28- DC 100kHz 0.65% 200A feed x x x frequency inverter output,

L45-Z29- DC 100kHz 0.4% 300A feed x x - frequency inverter output,

L45-Z29- DC 100kHz 0.8% 500A feed x x - frequency inverter output,

L45-Z29- DC 150kHz 0.4% 1000A feed x x - frequency inverter output,

Sensor name lower upper basic current primary L L L typical applications

L45-Z29- DC 100kHz 0.3% 2000A feed x x - frequency inverter output,

L50-Z29- DC 100kHz 0.4% 300A feed - - x frequency inverter output,

L50-Z29- DC 100kHz 0.8% 500A feed - - x frequency inverter output,