Megger MIT515/2 Essential 5kV HV Insulation Resistance Tester

Megger MIT515/2 Essential 5kV Insulation Resistance Tester

The Megger MIT515/2 Essential 5kV Insulation Resistance Tester is a rugged and reliable instrument from Megger’s Essential range and is built for high-voltage insulation testing in industrial, utility, and construction environments. The MIT515/2  is designed to deliver core diagnostic capabilities and offers professional-grade performance at an affordable price point, making it ideal for technicians who need dependable results in demanding conditions.

Operating at selectable test voltages of 250V, 500V, 1000V, 2500V, and 5000V, the MIT515/2 supports user-defined voltage steps from 40V to 1kV in 10V increments. It accurately measures insulation resistance from 10kΩ up to 15TΩ, with a range of ±5% to 1TΩ and ±20% to 10TΩ. The MIT515/2 features a short-circuit current of 3mA and includes capacitance measurement from 10nF to 25µF, as well as current measurement from 0.01nA to 6mA, making it suitable for a wide range of insulation diagnostics.

The MIT515/2 is powered by a 10.8V, 5.2Ah lithium-ion rechargeable battery, which provides up to 6 hours of continuous testing at 5kV with a 100MΩ load. A 30-minute quick charge provides approximately one hour of operation, and it can also operate directly from AC mains power when needed. The MIT515/2 comes with a high-contrast backlit display that is readable in bright sunlight or low-light conditions, as well as an intuitive dual rotary controls and a graphical quick-start guide under the lid to help first-time users.

Unlike models in Megger’s Advanced or Expert ranges, the MIT515/2 does not include onboard data storage or USB connectivity. This makes it ideal for simple “go/no-go” testing scenarios that do not require recording results. The MIT515/2 works in applications such as manufacturing quality checks, pre-installation benchmarking, post-repair verification, and routine maintenance and is supplied with a 3-metre lead set with medium-sized clips, a power lead, and a calibration certificate, ensuring users have everything they need for immediate deployment.

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Key Features

• 5000V max test voltage
• Measures insulation resistance range up to 15TΩ
• ±5% up to 1 TΩ, ±20% up to 10TΩ accuracy
• 3mA short circuit current
• 10nF to 25µF capacitance measuremen
• 0.01nA to 6mA current range
• IR(t), PI, DAR, PI Predictor, RE>Act diagnostic modes
• Includes guard terminals
• Backlit LCD with analogue arc
• ~6 hours battery life at 5kV
• 30 min quick charge for 1 hour operation
• Auto power off
• CAT IV 600 V safety rating up to 3000 m altitude
• IP65 rating (lid closed)
• 5-tier voltage warning level system
• <250 ms/µF from 5kV to 50V
• Dual rotary switches, quick-start guide
• Data storage and USB connectivity not included