Verify Cable Tester Programs BEFORE Testing In order to assure valid testing on your harness or cable tester you must verify that it is programmed correctly BEFORE you begin testing…
Choosing Connectors for Test Fixturing (Test Adapters) If Your Device Under Test Has Your Fixturing Should Have Discussion Contacts that oxidize (such as silver, tin, or nickle) Pins that can…
Capacitance and Cable Testing What is Capacitance? Watch the video Any two conductors separated by a distance can store a charge. So any two wires in a cable or harness…
Testing Shielded Cable Assemblies Why do cables have shields? To prevent signals in cables from radiating and causing interference. To prevent outside signals from affecting signals inside the cable. To…
Continuity Test Resistance Calculator You can use this calculator to help determine effective thresholds for your wire tests. This calculator will help you estimate the maximum resistance of your Device…
Using Inert Gas to Enhance Electrical Wiring Inspection A test method using inert gas in conjunction with low-energy high-voltage testing to detect insulation damage in electrical wiring that may go…
Cirris Tester Comparison Chart 42004250Easy-Touch Pro81005150CH2Number of Test Points128 to 1,024128 to 1,024128 to 1,024256 – 100,00064 - 768160 – 100,000Max Points Per NetUnlimited100512UnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimitedLow Voltage MeasurementContinuity ResistanceYesYesYesYesYesYesWire Resistance0.1 Ω to…
Introduction to Servers Last month we discussed how to network your Cirris testers together to centrally manage all of your data and testing needs. This month we continue on the…
Customize Testing with Scripting Scripting is a powerful feature that allows you to extend the functionality of the Signature Touch 1, 1100R+, 1100H+, Easy-Touch®, CH2, or CR. It is…
Using Voltage to Detect Insulation Defects Here are some guidelines for using voltage to find insulation problems. Test Situation Recommendation When air gaps between conductors can be less than…