.ut-cat{color:#333;font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;line-height:1.5;} .ut-cat h4{color:#1a1a1a;font-size:1.15em;margin:1.5em 0 .5em;padding-bottom:.25em;border-bottom:2px solid #ccc;} .ut-cat h2{color:#1a1a1a;font-size:1.25em;margin:1.2em 0 .4em;} .ut-cat h3{color:#222;font-size:1.05em;margin:1em 0 .3em;} .ut-cat p{margin:.6em 0;} .ut-cat ul{margin:.5em 0;padding-left:1.4em;}.ut-cat li{margin:.25em 0;} .ut-cat img{max-width:100%;height:auto;} .ut-cat table{border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;margin:.5em 0;} .ut-cat th,.ut-cat td{border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;} .ut-cat td strong{color:#222;} Overview The UT196 is a True-RMS multimeter built for photovoltaic work, rated to 1700 V DC and 1500 V AC with CAT III 1000 V / CAT IV 600 V safety — the voltage headroom string and combiner measurements need. It's sealed to IP65 and survives a 2 m drop, with a dual display, analog bar graph, and built-in flashlight for rooftop and outdoor use. True-RMS reads AC accurately on distorted waveforms, a low-pass filter helps on inverter outputs, and an optional clamp sensor extends AC current measurement to 3000 A. Non-contact voltage detection, resistance to 60 MΩ, and capacitance to 60 mF round out the field set. It's backed by UNI-T's nearly 40 years of test-meter manufacturing. Key Features Rated 1700 V DC / 1500 V AC for PV strings and combiners True-RMS measurement with dual display and analog bar graph CAT III 1000 V / CAT IV 600 V safety rating IP65 sealing and 2 m drop protection AC current to 3000 A with optional clamp sensor Low-pass filter (LPF) for inverter outputs Non-contact voltage (NCV) detection Resistance to 60 MΩ; capacitance to 60 mF; built-in flashlight UT196 Details Built for PV Voltages Photovoltaic strings sit well above ordinary mains levels. The UT196 measures up to 1700 V DC and 1500 V AC, so string and combiner voltages stay on-scale and within the meter's safety rating. True-RMS & Inverter Work True-RMS sensing keeps AC accurate on the distorted waveforms around inverters, and a low-pass filter strips high-frequency content to read the fundamental on an inverter output. Field-Sealed Build An IP65-sealed body and 2 m drop rating handle rooftops and outdoor arrays, while a dual display, analog bar graph, and built-in flashlight keep readings clear in the field. Extended Current & Safety An optional clamp sensor extends AC current measurement to 3000 A for string and feeder work, and non-contact voltage detection flags live conductors before you probe. Applications Solar PV installation and commissioning; string, combiner, and inverter measurement; rooftop and ground-mount maintenance; and outdoor electrical work where high DC voltage, sealing, and drop resistance matter. Frequently Asked Questions Why does the UT196 measure to 1700 V DC? Photovoltaic strings operate well above ordinary mains voltage; the 1700 V DC range keeps string and combiner measurements within the meter's safety rating. Is it suitable for outdoor use? Yes — it is IP65-sealed, rated for a 2 m drop, and has a built-in flashlight for low-light work. Can it measure high current? Yes — AC current up to 3000 A with an optional clamp sensor. Specifications DC Voltage 1700 V, ±(0.2% + 5) AC Voltage 1500 V, ±(0.8% + 3) AC Current (with clamp sensor) up to 3000 A Frequency 1 MHz, ±(0.08% + 4) Resistance 60 MΩ, ±(0.8% + 2) Capacitance 60 mF, ±(1.9% + 5) Display Count 6000 True RMS Yes Dual Display Yes Frequency Response 45 Hz to 1 kHz Low-Pass Filter (LPF) Yes NCV Yes Analog Bar Graph Yes Safety Rating CAT III 1000 V, CAT IV 600 V IP Rating IP65 Drop Protection 2m Auto Power Off 15 min Flashlight Yes Documentation UT196 Datasheet UT196 User Manual
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