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What is megohmmeters?

A megohmmeter, also known as a megger, is a specialized type of ohmmeter used to measure high electrical resistance, typically in the range of megohms (millions of ohms) or higher. It applies a high DC voltage (often ranging from 50V to 5kV) to the circuit or component being tested and measures the resulting current. This allows it to determine the insulation resistance of cables, motors, transformers, and other electrical equipment. Megohmmeters are crucial for preventative maintenance, ensuring electrical systems are safe and functioning correctly by detecting insulation degradation before it leads to failures or hazards.

What other technologies are related to megohmmeters?

megohmmeters Competitor Technologies

Ohmmeters measure resistance. Megohmmeters are specialized ohmmeters designed for measuring high resistance values to assess insulation quality. They are a direct competitor for insulation resistance testing.
mentioned alongside megohmmeters in 7% (93) of relevant job posts

megohmmeters Complementary Technologies

Hi-pot testers (high potential testers) are used to verify insulation strength, which is a related but different measurement than that performed by megohmmeters. Both assess insulation integrity, but at different voltage levels and with different metrics. Often used together.
mentioned alongside megohmmeters in 36% (111) of relevant job posts
Voltage testers measure the presence of voltage. It is complementary as one needs to ensure there is no voltage before using a megohmmeter.
mentioned alongside megohmmeters in 27% (90) of relevant job posts
Multimeters can measure voltage and resistance, which are needed to prep for and perform insulation resistance tests with a megohmmeter. Multimeters can sometimes measure low resistance, but not insulation resistance.
mentioned alongside megohmmeters in 3% (291) of relevant job posts

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