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Default PAT testing. Anyone else think that sometimes, it causes damage?

On 17/06/2010 12:03, N_Cook wrote:


What about 5KV or 10KV flash testers being used in the wrong situations?


Flash testing (AKA Dielectric Strength testing / Hi-POT testing) is done
by manufacturers as part of their 'out the door' production checks.

The IET code recommends NOT doing this as part of a user testing
programme, for guidence will be required from the manufacturer for
precautions applying the test AND the flash testing itself may encorage
after failure of the insulation.

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