Testing Shielded Cable Assemblies
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
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
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
Cirris Tester Comparison Chart 4200 4250 Easy-Touch Pro 8100 5150 8250Number of Test Points128 to 1,024128 to 1,024128 to 1,024256 – 100,00064 - 76864 – 100,000Max Points Per NetUnlimited100512UnlimitedUnlimitedUnlimitedLow Voltage…
Introduction to Servers
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
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
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…
Production Testing Guidelines
Production Testing Guidelines This table provides guidelines for production testing wired assemblies of various types at three different quality standards. These guidelines are not meant to replace the various ASME,…
Understanding Cable Test Results
Understanding Cable Test Results Expected Resistance Actual Resistance Meaning of Result Very Low Very Low Good connection between points we want connected. Very Low Not Very Low Bad connection between…
Guidelines for Setting Resistance Test Thresholds
Guidelines for Setting Resistance Test Thresholds Among other things, cable testers are used to ensure that cable assemblies do not have OPENS or SHORTS. In simple terms it looks like…
