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HIOKI / Basic Electrical Testers

HIOKI 3481-20 Non-Contact Voltage Detector | CAT IV 600V Pen Tester

The Hioki 3481 is a pen-style, non-metallic contact voltage detector with a bright LED light that promotes safety and work efficiency even in dim worksites. When voltage is detected, the LED lights red along with an audio signal.

    Hioki 3481 Datasheet

Categories: Basic Electrical Testers, HIOKI Tags: Electrical Tester, Hioki, Non Contact Voltage Testers, Voltage Tester Brand: Hioki
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  • Description

HIOKI 3481-20 Non-Contact Voltage Detector

 

Key Features

  • Non-contact detection of AC voltage from 40 V to 600 V with bright LED light
  • Pen-style, compact detector with pocket clip
  • Both visual and audible voltage detection indication
  • Meets safety standards for CAT IV 600 V environments
  • Prevent dead batteries with battery self-check function and auto power-off function

Safe, compact voltage detection with CAT IV (600 V) capability

Thanks to a compact, lightweight design, it’s easy to use this instrument anywhere. The absence of any exposed metal in the sensor enables safe measurement.

Light designed to facilitate use in dim locations

The tip of the instrument incorporates a light, which is convenient when you need to check area being measured or your work area when it’s dark.

 

Specification

Measurement function Voltage detection
Operating voltage range 40 V to 600 V AC (When brought into contact with a 2 mm^2 insulated cable equivalent to 600 V polyvinyl chloride insulated wire)
Maximum sensitivity variable range 40 V to 80 V AC (80 V at the time of shipment)
Operating frequency 50 Hz/ 60 Hz
Pilot light Red LED lights up and the buzzer sounds when the wire is live
Battery check White LED is dim or out when the batteries are low.
Auto power off The power will be turned off automatically if the instrument remains idle for 3 minutes after the power is turned on.
Power supply LR44 button alkaline batteries ×3, Continuous use: 5 hr (Power ON standby state)
Dimensions and mass 20 mm (0.79 in)W× 126 mm (4.96 in)H× 15 mm (0.59 in)D (excluding projections), 30 g (1.1 oz) (including LR44 button alkaline batteries)
Included accessories Instruction manual ×1, LR44 button alkaline batteries ×3 (for trial purposes only)

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