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TPI offers a
complete line
of…
CO, Combustibles &
Combustion (CEA)
Refrigerant Leak
Detectors
Digital Manometers
DMM Selection Guide
Palm Size
100, 120, 122, 126
Full Size
133, 135, 153, 163,
183, 190, 192, 194,
196
True Rms
183, 190, 192, 194,
440
50,000 Count High
Resolution
190, 192, 194, 196
Wave Form Display
440
Process Loop
Calibration
196
True RMS Plus
Waveform
440
Application
Thermocouples in furnaces and gas appliances
Heat anticipator current in thermostats
Line voltages
Control voltages
Flame safety control current
Heating element resistance
Compressor winding resistance
Contactor and relay coil resistance
Motor run and start capacitors
Use bar graph to indicate rapid fluctuations
Continuity of wiring
Measure frequency on control and line voltage
Record minimum and maximum of measurements
Measure temperature
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Measure True RMS of distorted or non-linear signals
Measure line current up to 10 amps
Test continuity of circuit breakers and fuses
Measure voltage of direct drive DC motors
Measure power supply voltage
Measure power supply current
High resolution, high accuracy
High resolution, high accuracy
Category IV tests
Process loop calibration
Power Quality
Audio
Video
Logic Tests
Waveform Display
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Controls and Functions
Push Buttons
REC
COMP
REL%
Range
EDIT
HOLD
Activates back light for LCD (automatically
turns off after approx. 70 sec.)
Activates the Min/Max/Ave mode
Activates the Compare mode
Activates the REL% mode
Activates manual ranging
Activates the EDIT mode for Compare and
Relative% functions
Activates two-hold data-hold mode
Activates special dual functions on LCD.
(Min/MAx time references)
Turns DMM on and off
Activates the data hold function
Rotary Switch cont’d
Ω
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DMM
mA
A
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A
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mA
Hz
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Selects the diode test function
Selects resistance function. (Push the
yellow button to activate continuity buzzer)
Selects the DC mA function
1. Is there a way to measure
Selects the DCA function (10A max.)
higher current with a TPI
Selects the ACA function (10A max.)
DMM?
Selects the AC mA function
Selects the Capacitance function
TPI DMMs (except the 120 and 126)
Selects the Frequency function
have the capacity to read up to 10A
FAQ
Temperature Contact
& IR Instruments
ON/OFF
Data-H
IAQ: Air Flow /
Humidity
Rotary Switch
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Handheld
V
Selects the DCV function. Select the best
Oscilloscopes
range for the voltage to be measured
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V
Selects the ACV function. Select the best
Digital Multimeters
range for the voltage to be measured
& Clamp-on Meters
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A
Input Jacks
A
Red test lead connection for current
measurements on the 2 and 10 ACA and
DCA functions
AC/DC. Optional adapters are
available for all models to increase
the current range. Our shunt
adapters are available to increase
the range up to 1,000A AC/DC.
100
120
122
126
133
135
153
163
183
190 ~ 196
440
mAµA
Accessories & Kits
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OFF
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VHz
Test Products
International, Inc.
Headquarters:
9615 SW Allen Blvd.
Beaverton, OR 97005
USA
503-520-9197
Fax: 503-520-1225
email:
info@tpi-thevalueleader.com
Selects the DCA function. Select the best
range for the current to be measured
Selects the ACA function. Select the best
range for current to be measured
Selects resistance, diode, or continuity
function
Turns the instrument off
Selects the DC mV function
Selects the DCV function
Selects the ACV function (Push the yellow
button to display frequency of measured
voltage on lower display
COM
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Red test lead connection for current
measurement on the mA and A DCA
and ACA functions
Black test lead connection for all
functions
Red test lead connection for all OHM,
DCV, and ACV functions
2. What other adapters are
available for TPI DMMs?
Various adapters including carbon
monoxide (A771), pressure
(A620/630), and clamp-on low
current (A254) are available. Contact
TPI for additional information.
1. Determine the maximum over voltage installation category (CAT I ~ CAT IV) the multimeter will be used
in and narrow your choice to those meters meeting the requirement. The Category rating for each meter
is listed on page 2 in the specifications table.
2. Narrow your choice by selecting meters with the features required for your intended applications. For
example, if your applications require a CAT III meter with true RMS, frequency, and RS232 output
capabilities, the TPI 183 or TPI190 would be good choices. See applications listed below.
3. Finally, select a meter with enough range, accuracy, and resolution for the tests you will perform. For
example: the TPI 183 and the TPI 190 meet your application needs, but you require precision
high-resolution measurements. Then the 50,000 count TPI 190 would be the better choice.
3. Which of the TPI DMMs
will measure temperature?
All TPI DMMs can measure
temperature by using the
optional A301 K-Type
thermocouple temperature adapter.
International Symbols
CAUTION: RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK
GROUND
APPLICATIONS
Market
HVACR Electrical Electronic Industrial
4. Which TPI DMMs can
measure DC millivolts?
All TPI DMMs measure millivolts.
Models are available with 1 or 0.1
millivolt resolution.
Function
DCmV
ACA
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ACV/DCV
DCuA
Ohms
Ohms
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ACV/DCV
ACA/DCA
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ACV/ACA
ACV/ACA
ACV
LOGIC
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AC (ALTERNATION CURRENT)
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DC (DIRECT CURRENT)
REFER TO INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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DOUBLE INSULATION
EITHER DC OR AC
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5. Which TPI DMMs can
measure DC microamps?
The TPI 126, 133, 135, 153, 163, 183,
190, 194, 196, and 440 all have this
capability.
Test Products
International, Ltd.
342 Bronte St. South
Unit 9
Milton, Ontario L9T
5B7
Canada
905-693-8558
Fax: 905-693-0888
email:
info@tpicanada.com
FUSE
Distributed By:
6. Which TPI DMMs will
measure capacitance?
The TPI 135, 183, 190, 192, 194, and
440 all have this capability.
7. What is continuity?
Continuity refers to a test performed
on wires and circuits to see if a
break(open) exhists. If the wire or
circuit is continuous, the resistance
reading will be at or near zero.
The continuity range on a meter
provides audible indication of a
continuous circuit, allowing quicker
tests without having to take your
eyes off the circuit or wire under
test.
The
Value
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Test Products
International UK Ltd.
Longley House, East Park
Crawley, West Sussex
RH10 6AP England
Tel: +44 (0)1293 561212
Fax: +44 (0)1293813465
contactus@tpieurope.com
To learn about the entire
line of TPI products visit:
See page 3 inside for
ranges, specifications,
and features.
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L TAW DMM -1005
Copyright © 2005 Test Products International, Inc.
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Requires either the A301single input or A312 dual input temperature adapters
TPI DIGITAL MULTIMETER TERMINOLOGY
CATEGORY RATINGS
>> Category I:
Usually electronic equipment or
equipment where measures have been taken to limit
transient over voltages.
>> Category II:
Single phase loads like appliance
personal computers, television sets, and other
household loads. Outlets located more than 30 feet from
a CAT III source or more than 60 feet from a CAT IV
source.
>> Category III:
Distribution level fixed installations like
distribution panel devices, short branch and feeder
circuits, three phase loads, and single phase
commercial lighting.
>> Category IV:
Equipment and lines located on the
power line side of a service panel or where a low voltage
connection is made to utility power
TPI DIGITAL MULTIMETER SPECIFICATIONS
power meter
100
Range Selection
Manual
Auto*/Manual
Display Specifications
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126
133
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batter y operated
radio
refrigerator
distribution panel
light
furnace
DMM Model Part Number
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183
190
192
194
196
440
residential
telephone
oven
commercial /
industrial
telephone
copier
cut off saw
grinder
three-phase
motor/
conveyor
distribution panel
power meter
CAT I
CAT II
CAT III
underground ser vice
2,000 Count
3,260 Count
4,000 Count
4,000 Count w/
Triple Display
4,000 Count w/
Waveform Display
50,000 Count
Triple display
Analog Bar Graph
Backlight
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Basis Features
AC Volts
DC Volts
AC Amps
DC Amps
Resistance
Diode Test
Audible Continuity
CAT IV
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Terminology
>> Agency Approval:
Test equipment with the CE or UL mark have
passed through tests and are designed with operators safety in mind.
>> Record Mode:
Record and display the minimum and maximum
readings measured. This feature is useful when looking for trends over
a long period of time.
>> Auto Range:
Meter automatically selects the appropriate range after
the function has been selected.
>> Backlight:
Feature allowing the display to be illuminated for easier
viewing in low light conditions.
>> Basic DC Accuracy:
Important specification affecting the overall
accuracy of all functions on a DMM.
>> Resolution:
A measurement of how small of a signal a meter can
display. This specification must be taken into account with accuracy to
determine the overall capability of a DMM.
>> True RMS:
Allows accurate measurement of non-sinusoidal AC volt-
age and current found in many control and switching power supply
circuits.
>> Analog Bar Graph:
Provides the ability to see rapidly changing
signals too fast for the digital display to see.
>> Triple Display
Simultaneosly display more than one reading at the
same time. This feature is useful when measuring AC volts beacuse the
frequency can be displayed at the same time without having to switch
ranges
>> Sleep/Auto Off:
Automatically powers instrument down after 30
minutes of inactivity to preserve battery life. Meters with sleep mode
will still acquire data during this time
>> Data Hold:
Freezes the reading on the display. This feature is useful
when recording readings on paper or when in hard to see locations.
Triple display meters can hold two readings on the display at the same
time.
>> Input Impedance:
Total resistance of the meter as measured at the
input terminals. Meters with high impedance, 10MΩ or more, cause
negligible loading of the circuit under test. This is important because
circuit loading can adversely influence the displayed reading and can
cause damage to the circuit under test.
>> Record Mode:
Record and display the minimum and maximum
readings measured. This feature is useful when looking for trends over
a long period of time.
>> Relative Mode:
Displays measured value as a percentage of the
stored value. This feature is useful for component checking.
>> Compare Mode:
Compares measured value with stored value. This
feature is useful when component matching.
>> Audible Continuity:
Audible beep indicating a complete circuit
connnection
>> RS-232 Output:
Transfer data directly to a PC while performing
tests
>> Process Output:
Supply 0 ~ 24mADC for testing current loops and
current loop devices
>> Waveform Display:
The ability to see the actual waveform under
test. This feature is useful for determining the quality of the input
signal.
>> Duty Cycle:
The total “on” time of the device under test. This
feature is useful in preventing component overheating
>> Pulse Width:
Measurement of the duration of a pulse. This feature
is useful when testing pulse width modulation drive motors.
>> Logic Test:
Measurement transitions of logic circuits. This feature is
useful when testing CMOS and TTL logic circuits.
>> Two Hold System:
Meters with this feature can hold two readings
on the display at the same time
>> Digits:
Total number of digits that can be displayed. For example, a
3½ digit meter can display a maximum of 1,999. A 3¾ digit meter can
display a maximum of 3,999. This means the 3¾ digit meter has beter
resolution capability.
>> Counts:
Total number of display steps a meter has. This is
determined by adding one to the maximum display value. For example,
a 3½ digit meter can display a maximum of 1,999 and therefore has
2,000 count capability. Both digits and counts must be taken into
account when determining resolution. In general, the more counts a
meter has the higher the resolution will be.
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Additional Features
True RMS
Frequency
Capacitance
Inductance
Data Hold
Two Hold System
Min/Max Record
Relative Mode
Compare Mode
RS-232 Output
Oscilloscope Functions
Duty Cycle
Pulse Width
Logic Test
Process Output (0~24mA)
Sleep Mode/Auto Off
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0.5%
600V
10MΩ
1mV
600V
10MΩ
1mV
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0.1Ω
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600V
0.5%
600V
10MΩ
1mV
600V
10MΩ
100mV
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1Ω
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600V
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600V
10MΩ
1mV
600V
10MΩ
1mV
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600V
0.3%
600V
10MΩ
0.1mV
600V
10MΩ
1mV
400mA
0.1mA
400mA
0.1mA
40MΩ
0.1Ω
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600V
0.5%
1,000V
10MΩ
0.1mV
750V
10MΩ
0.1mV
10A
0.1µA
10A
0.1µA
20MΩ
0.1Ω
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1,000V /
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1,000V
10MΩ
0.1mV
750V
10MΩ
0.1mV
10A
0.01µA
10A
0.01µA
40MΩ
0.1Ω
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0.1µF
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1,000V /
CAT III
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1,000V
10MΩ
0.1mV
750V
10MΩ
1mV
10A
0.1µA
10A
0.1µA
40MΩ
0.1Ω
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CAT III
600V
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Range & Resolution
Basic DC Accuracy
DC Voltage (maximum)
Input Impedance
Resolution (maximum)
AC Voltage (maximum)
Input Impedance
Resolution (maximum)
DC Amps (maximum)
Resolution (maximum)
AC Amps (maximum)
Resolution (maximum)
Resistance (maximum)
Resolution (maximum)
Frequency (maximum)
Resolution (maximum)
Capacitance (maximum)
Resolution (maximum)
Inductance (maximum)
Resolution (maximum)
0.5%
0.3%
0.05%
0.05%
0.05%
0.05% 0.05%
1,000V
1,000V
1,000V
1,000V
1,000V
1,000V 1,000V
10MΩ
10MΩ
10MΩ
10MΩ
10MΩ
10MΩ 10MΩ
0.1mV
0.1mV 0.001mV 0.001mV 0.001mV 0.001mV 0.1mV
750V
750V
750V
750V
750V
750V 1,000V
10MΩ
10MΩ
10MΩ
10MΩ
10MΩ
10MΩ 1.11MΩ
1mV
1mV
100µV
100µV
100µV
100µV
1mV
10A
10A
10A
10A
10A
10A
10A
0.1µA
0.1µA
0.01µA
0.01µA
0.01µA
0.01µA 0.1µA
10A
10A
10A
10A
10A
10A
10A
0.1µa
0.1µA
0.01µA
0.01µA
0.01µA
0.01µA 0.1µa
32.6MΩ
40MΩ
50MΩ
50MΩ
50MΩ
50MΩ 40MΩ
0.1Ω
0.1Ω
0.01Ω
0.01Ω
0.01Ω
0.01Ω 0.1Ω
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0.01Hz
0.001Hz 0.001Hz 0.001Hz
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10,000µF 20,000µF 100µF 20,000µF
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0.001µF
0.1nF
0.001µF
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1,000V /
CAT III
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CAT III
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CAT II
1,000V /
CAT III
600V
CAT II
1,000V /
CAT III
600V
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CAT III
1,000V /
CAT IV
600V
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CAT II CAT II
1,000V / 1,000V /
CAT III CAT III
600V
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Agency Approval
CE IEC 1010
CULus 3111
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