Rod-L M100BVS5-1.5-50 AC Hipot Test Instrument

The Rod-L M100BVS5-1.5-50 is an AC hipot test instrument designed for dielectric withstand and ground continuity testing in manufacturing and laboratory quality control environments. It applies high-voltage AC signals to detect insulation weaknesses and component defects while meeting U.L., I.E.C., C.S.A., V.D.E., and F.C.C. compliance standards. As the first hipot tester line to earn U.L.

Listing (File E58530), this instrument delivers reliable, repeatable test results with fast electronic shutdown and advanced arc detection.

Technical Specifications

• Output voltage: 0 to 1.5 kV AC, electronically variable


• Output current: Up to 50 mA AC


• Power input: 120 VAC, 44 to 66 Hz, single-phase


• Current measurement displays total AC current plus resistive component


• Ammeter full-scale range: 10 mA to 333 mA (50 mA maximum for this model) Test Parameters


• Dwell time: 1 second to 90 seconds, electronically adjustable


• Voltage ramp rate: Electronically controlled to prevent spikes


• Arc detection: Resolves arcs as brief as 10 microseconds


• High voltage shutdown: <2 ms response to breakdown or failure Ground Continuity Testing


• Standard threshold: 0.5 Ω at approximately 1.5 VAC


• Optional threshold: 0.1 Ω available


• Chassis ground sense for operator safety verification

Key Features

• Front panel receptacle rated 8000 VAC for direct DUT connection or fixture integration


• START, RESET, and RESISTIVE CURRENT SELECT pushbuttons


• VOLTAGE RAMP SELECT and TEST TIME SELECT switches


• Status indicators: READY (green), TESTING (amber), FAIL (red), POWER ON


• Audible and visual fault alarms


• TTL logic interface for optional computer control


• Chassis ground sensing via front banana jack, rear high-voltage connector, or chassis point

Typical Applications Dielectric withstand testing for electrical safety validation, ground continuity verification, component qualification, and manufacturing compliance testing across industrial, medical device, and consumer electronics sectors.

Compatibility & Integration Operated from 120 VAC single-phase power. TTL logic output enables integration with automated test systems and data acquisition platforms.