Adv In-Situ C&L Testing: ZX-CH Analyzer for Power Efficiency

Maintaining capacitor banks and reactors is critical for power factor correction, harmonic filtering, and voltage stability in electrical networks. Traditional testing methods often necessitate time-consuming disconnection of components, increasing downtime and operational risk. The ZX-CH Automatic Capacitance and Inductance Tester addresses these challenges directly, offering comprehensive, in-circuit measurements with exceptional efficiency and safety – a significant advancement over conventional LCR meters or dedicated capacitor testers requiring component isolation.

Core Advantages & Competitive Differentiation
The ZX-CH's defining capability is in-situ testing of individual capacitors within paralleled banks, without disconnecting wiring. This eliminates a major pain point for maintenance crews, drastically reducing outage windows and labor costs compared to methods requiring physical disassembly. Unlike basic handheld LCR meters limited to bench testing disconnected components, or older generation capacitor testers often lacking multi-parameter functionality, the ZX-CH integrates:

True In-Circuit Capacitance Measurement: Precisely measures individual capacitors (0.1μF to 6800μF, ±1% +0.02μF) within 3-phase or single-phase banks while energized at low, safe test voltages (25V AC, 1.25V AC). Competitors typically require complete bank isolation or only provide total bank capacitance.

Multi-Parameter Capability: Beyond capacitors, it accurately measures inductance (50μH to 20H, ±3% +0.05μH), resistance (20mΩ to 20kΩ, ±3% +0.1mΩ), and crucially, real-world AC current (5mA to 20A, ±3% +0.05mA) under operating conditions (50Hz). This replaces the need for multiple instruments (LCR meter, clamp meter).

Robust Field Design: Engineered for substation and industrial environments (-10°C to 40°C, ≤85% RH), featuring comprehensive overcurrent protection and powered by standard AC220V. Many precision benchtop LCR meters lack this ruggedness.

Enhanced Productivity Features: An intuitive 8-inch touchscreen, integrated thermal printer (immediate hardcopy reports), substantial internal storage (200 datasets), USB data export, and real-time clock streamline workflow far beyond instruments reliant on manual note-taking or separate printers.

Technical Specifications: Precision Engineered

Test Voltage: 25V AC ±10%, 50Hz / 1.25V AC ±10%, 50Hz (25VA max)

Measurement Ranges & Accuracy:

Capacitance (C): 0.1μF – 6800μF ±(1% Reading + 0.02μF)

Inductance (L): 50μH – 20H ±(3% Reading + 0.05μH)

Current (I): 5mA – 20A AC ±(3% Reading + 0.05mA)

Resistance (R): 20mΩ – 20kΩ ±(3% Reading + 0.1mΩ)

Environmental: Operating Temp: -10°C to 40°C; Humidity: ≤85% RH

Power Supply: AC 220V ±10%, 50/60Hz

Dimensions: 400 x 300 x 200 mm (Compact for field use)

Applications & Value Proposition
The ZX-CH is indispensable for:

Preventive & Predictive Maintenance: Rapid screening of capacitor banks for failed or deteriorating units. Identifying weak capacitors before they fail protects downstream equipment.

Troubleshooting: Diagnosing power quality issues related to reactive power compensation or harmonic filters by verifying individual component health within assemblies.

Commissioning: Verifying capacitance/inductance values of new installations without full de-energization.

Reactor Testing: Accurate measurement of smoothing/reactor inductances.

Compared to traditional approaches, the ZX-CH delivers:

Unmatched Efficiency: Reduces testing time by 70% or more by eliminating disconnection/reconnection.

Enhanced Safety: Minimizes exposure to live buswork during testing procedures.

Superior Data Management: Digital storage, printing, and export replace error-prone manual logs.

Comprehensive Diagnostics: A single tool provides C, L, R, and I data critical for system analysis.
The ZX-CH Automatic Capacitance and Inductance Tester represents a paradigm shift in power system component testing. By enabling fast, accurate, and safe in-circuit measurements of capacitors, reactors, resistance, and current, it surpasses the limitations of traditional LCR meters and dedicated capacitor testers. Its robust design, user-centric interface, and integrated data handling make it an essential tool for electrical technicians and engineers focused on maximizing system reliability, minimizing downtime, and optimizing maintenance resources in substations and industrial facilities. The ZX-CH sets a new standard for efficiency and diagnostic capability in power equipment maintenance.

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