Models 878A & 879
LCR Multimeters
Data Sheet
Model 878A
Dual Display Auto Ranging LCR Meter
Model 879
Deluxe Dual Display Auto Ranging LCR Meter
The 878A and 879 measure capacitance, resistance (of non-inductive components) and
inductance. Components can be measured with selectable test frequencies in series or paral-
lel modes as desired. The 4
1/2
digit main LCD displays values to 19,999, and the secondary
3 digit 1,000 count display reads D or Q. Both models can be used in either auto ranging or
manual ranging modes.
Features
- Selectable test frequencies 100Hz, 120Hz, 1KHz, 10KHz (100Hz & 10KHz model 879 only)
- Simultaneously displays measured component value and Q or Dissipation Factor (D)
- Display hold
- Relative mode
- Tolerance mode
- Backlight (model 879)
- RS 232 Interface (cable and software required)
878A
Specifications
879
Parameters Measured
Measuring Circuit Mode
Models
878A
L/C/R/D/Q/_
L/C/R/D/Q
Inductance (L)
–Defaults to series mode
Capacitance/ Resistance (C/R)
-Defaults to parallel mode
L/C/R: Maximum display 19999
D/Q: Maximum display 999 (Auto Range).
Auto & Manual
3 terminals with sockets
100Hz=100 Hz
120Hz= 120 Hz
120Hz= 120 Hz
1KHz =1010 Hz
1KHz =1010 Hz
10KHz= 9.6 KHz
Included
Excluded
1%, 5%, 10%, 20%
1%, 5%, 10%
0.6Vrms approx.
1 time/second, nominal
Approx. 1 second/ DUT (device under test)
(@ manual range)
5 minutes approx. without operation
0.15 x (Specified Accuracy) / ˚(0-18˚ or 28-40˚)
0˚ to 40˚; 0-70% R.H.
-20˚ to +50˚; 0-80% R.H.
Approx. 6.8V
Approx. 40mA for operation/ 0.08mA after Auto
Power-off.
1) DC 9V Battery
2) Ext. DC Adaptor: DC 12Vmin –15Vmax. (Load 50mA Min.)
0.1A/250V Fuse (input protective)
Test alligator clips (pair)
DC 9V Battery.
User manual
Displays
Ranging Mode
Measuring Terminals
Test Frequency
Accuracy: ±0.1 %
Backlit display
Tolerance mode
Test Signal Level
Measuring Rate
Response time
Auto Power-Off
Temperature Coefficient
Operation Temperature
Storage Temperature
Low Battery Indication
Power Consumption
Power Requirements
Protective Fuse
Standard Accessories
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B&K Precision Corporation
22820 Savi Ranch Parkway, Yorba Linda, CA 92887
Tel: 714-921-9095, Fax: 714-921-6422
www.bkprecision.com
Specifications subject to change without notice