RS PRO RS5500, Insulation Tester, 1000V, 2GΩ, CAT III 1000V
- RS Stock No.:
- 1231931
- Brand:
- RS PRO
Technical Reference
Legislation and Compliance
RoHS Certificate of Compliance
EU Directives 2011/65/EU and 2015/863 restrict the use of the 10 substances below in the manufacture of specified types of electrical equipment.
Whilst this restriction does not legally apply to components, it is recognised that component “compliance” is relevant to many customers.
RS definition of RoHS Compliance:
- The product does not contain any of the restricted substances in concentrations and applications banned by the Directive,
- and for components, the product is capable of being worked on at the higher temperatures required by lead–free soldering
The restricted substances and maximum allowed concentrations in the homogenous material are, by weight:
| Substance | Concentration |
| Lead | 0.1% |
| Mercury | 0.1% |
| PBB (Polybrominated Biphenyls) | 0.1% |
| PBDE ( Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers) | 0.1% |
| Hexavalent Chromium | 0.1% |
| Cadmium | 0.01% |
| DEHP (Bis (2-Ethylhexl) phthalate) | 0.1% |
| BBP (Benzyl butyl phthalate) | 0.1% |
| DBP (Dibutyl phthalate) | 0.1% |
| DIBP (Diisobutyl phthalate) | 0.1% |
The supplier of the item listed below has informed RS Components that the product is "RoHS Compliant".
RS Components has taken all reasonable steps to confirm this statement. Information relates only to products sold on or after the date of this certificate.
| RS stock number | 1231931 |
| Product description | RS PRO RS5500, Insulation Tester, 1000V, 2GΩ, CAT III 1000V |
| Manufacturer / Brand | RS PRO |
RS Components Ltd, Birchington Road, Corby, Northants, NN17 9RS, UK
Statement of Conformity
This statement confirms that the product detailed below complies with the specifications currently published in the RS media and has been subject to the strict quality conditions imposed by RS Components’ internal management systems. Furthermore and where applicable, it confirms that all relevant semiconductor devices have been handled and packed under conditions that meet the administrative and technical requirements of ANSI/ESD S20.20 and EN61340-5-1 electrostatics control standards.
| RS stock number | 1231931 |
| Product description | RS PRO RS5500, Insulation Tester, 1000V, 2GΩ, CAT III 1000V |
| Manufacturer / Brand | RS PRO |
The foregoing information relates to product sold on, or after, the date shown below.
RS COMPONENTS
| Date | Dec 27, 2024 |
RS Components Pte Ltd Robinson Road, P.O. Box 1582, Singapore 903132
Country of Origin: CN
Product Details
RS Pro Insulation Testers
RS Pro RS5500 Insulation & Continuity Tester
Insulation resistance testers are used to ensure the insulation of wiring is safe, or undamaged after electrical work has been carried out. Testers or megohmmeters are vital in preventing tripped fuses, electrical equipment and instrument breakdown, risk of electric shock or fires.
RS5500 is a great value digital insulation tester and continuity tester complying with IEC10101, CAT III for measurements performed in building installations. It features a compact light weight design for continuity and portability. Featuring double-moulded plastic housing providing ultimate protection from harsh environments. Also provided with this purchase are test leads, 6 x AA 1.5 V batteries, a plastic carrying case and user manual.
SUPPLIED_WITH : Test leads, AA 1.5 V batteries x6, plastic carryin
Features and Benefits:
• Large dual display with backlight
• Triple insulation voltage Test Ranges: 200 MΩ/250 V; 200 MΩ/500 V; 2000 MΩ/1000 V
•AC Voltage (40Hz to 400Hz)
• 200 mA short current continuity range
• Test Hold function for easy operation
• Over range indication
• Low battery indication
• Double-moulded plastic housing
•Weight approximately 700 g includes battery
Dimensions 200 mm x 92 mm x 50 mm
Specifications
| Attribute | Value |
| Brand | RS PRO |
| Power Source | Battery |
| Minimum Operating Temperature | 0 °C |
| Maximum Insulation Resistance Measurement | 2 GΩ |
| Height | 200 mm |
| Width | 50 mm |
| Safety Category Level | CAT III |
| Test Current | ≤200 mA |
| Length | 92 mm |
| Model Number p | RS5500 |
| Weight | 582 g |
| Maximum Test Voltage | 1000 V |
| Minimum Test Voltage | 250 V |
| Tester Type | Insulation Tester |
| Safety Category Voltage | 1000 V |
| Battery Type | AA |
| Dimensions | 92 x 50 x 200 mm |
| Safety Category | CAT III 1000 V |
| Display Type | LCD |
| Maximum Operating Temperature | +40 °C |