MIT515, MIT525, MIT1025, MIT1525

5 kV, 10 kV, 15 kV DC Insulation Resistance Testers

„ PI predictor function (PIp)

„ Measures up to 30 TΩ
„ Safety rated up to CAT IV
1000 V to 3000 m
„ Unique dual-case design - additional user
protection
„ Operates from battery or AC mains supply
„ Rapid charge Li-ion battery
„ Advanced memory with time / date stamp
„ Compatible with CertSuite Asset

DESCRIPTION „ MIT1525: 15 kV IRT with all test modes including a

Megger’s range of DC insulation testers, MIT515, MIT525, ramp test plus advanced memory functions with recall to
MIT1025 and MIT1525 are targeted at original equipment screen, RTC for time/date stamp of results and USB cable
manufacturers and industrial companies. The top of the interface to PC / PowerDB
range MIT1525 performs insulation resistance tests up to
15 kV with a 30 TΩ maximum resistance and an accuracy Safety rating is not compromised on the MIT range with
of ±5 % from 1 MΩ up to 3 TΩ. The MIT515 offers IR, all terminals safety rated to CAT IV 600 V to 3000 m (5
DAR and PI functions but has no memory functionality. kV, 10 kV) or CAT IV 1000 V to 3000 m (15 kV). A range
MIT525, MIT1025 and MIT1525 have a full suite of test of 5 kV and 10 kV test leads are available plus dedicated
modes as well as on-board memory and the ability to 15 kV test leads, which are double insulated with clips
stream data / download data to a PC / laptop. Instrument designed for 15 kV creepage paths. The 15 kV leads are
productivity is a focus of the MIT range, which offers supplied in a carry bag. Suitably rated HV gloves and
rapid charge batteries and operation from an ac source if other personal protection equipment are required to be
the batteries are dead. Rapid charge batteries enable >60 worn when testing.
minutes testing after a 30 minute charge. The MIT range shares dual case design, which includes a
„ MIT515: 5 kV IRT with PI and DAR but no memory tough outer case to protect the tester from knocks/drops
„ MIT525: 5 kV IRT with all test modes including a ramp and an inner fire retardant case. The IP rating is IP65 case
test plus advanced memory functions with recall to closed eliminating moisture and dust ingress.
screen, RTC for time/date stamp of results and USB cable An intuitive user interface ensures no lost time
interface to PC / PowerDB remembering how to use the tester. Simplicity of
„ MIT1025: 10 kV IRT with all test modes including a operation is achieved with two rotary switches and the
ramp test plus advanced memory functions with recall to large backlight display which enables multiple results to
screen, RTC for time/date stamp of results and USB cable be shown simultaneously. A graphical Quick Start Guide
interface to PC / PowerDB is provided inside the lid to assist first time users.

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Five preset voltage ranges are provided in insulation team members whilst on site from different locations, or
test mode, plus a user settable lock voltage range. accessed by head office with the relevant permissions.
Preconfigured diagnostic tests include Polarization Index CertSuite Asset is available as a monthly or yearly
(PI), Dielectric Absorption Ratio (DAR), Dielectric Discharge subscription package for Asset testing management,
(DD), Step Voltage (SV) and Ramp Test. taking results directly from the MIT whilst testing.
Test leads are double insulated (t) with clamps rated at CertSuite is suitable for multiple concurrent users and is
3 kV (t) equivalent to 6 kV single insulation for the optimised for use with the MIT.
medium clip leadset and 5 kV (t), equivalent to 10 kV
single insulation for the large clip.
The 15 kV leadset is insulated to 15 kV. Visit Certsuite.info for
Advanced memory storage includes time/date stamping your FREE 30 day trial ➔
of results, logging of data and recall of results to screen.
A fully isolated USB device interface (type B) is used
for safe transfer of data to Megger’s PowerDB / Pro, FEATURES AND BENEFITS
Advanced and Lite asset management software (MIT525,
„ Insulation resistance up to 30 TΩ @ 15 kV, 20 TΩ @
MIT1025 and MIT1525 only).
10kV, 10 TΩ @ 5 kV
PI PREDICTOR FUNCTION (PIp) „ IR, Timed IR, DAR, PI, DD, SV and Ramp diagnostic tests
The Polarisation Index test can be time consuming, with „ High current – 3 mA short circuit current
a 10 minute test (30 mins on 3 phase) and with multiple „ High noise immunity – 3 mA (5 kV and 10 kV) 6 mA (15
items to test, any time saved is a bonus. PIp does just kV) of noise rejection
that. The PI predictor function uses the first part of the IR
„ Li-ion battery – up to 6 hrs continuous testing @ 5 kV
curve to predict the rest at 5 minutes into the test. The
with a 100M load, battery meets IEC 2133
PIp can start as early as 3 minutes into the test and will
stop when it is confident in the predicition. „ Safety rating: CAT IV 600 V to 3000 m (5 kV, 10 kV)
CAT IV 1000 V to 3000 m (15 kV)
APPLICATION
„ Large LCD with backlight
The Insulation Resistance (IR) test is a quantitative test,
which indicates the effectiveness of a product’s electrical „ Dedicated voltmeter function (30 V to 660 V)
insulation. Applications include cables, transformers, „ Advanced memory, on screen recall and real time clock
motors / generators, circuit breakers and bushings. for date / time stamped results
Common insulation tests are the “spot test”, a 1 minute (MIT525, MIT1025 and MIT1525 only)
IR test and a 10 minute Polarisation Index (PI) test, „ Download of on-board results via USB interface
where PI is the ratio R10min / R1min and is temperature (MIT525, MIT1025 and MIT1525 only)
independent. „ Recorded temperature (measured by independent
Storing Results in CertSuite Asset instruments) can be saved with test result
Test results can be tagged with Asset data and transferred (MIT525, MIT1025 and MIT1525 only)
to CertSuite Asset, the latest cloud based Asset testing „ PowerDB Lite asset management software compatible
management software from Megger. (MIT525, MIT1025 and MIT1525 only)
CertSuite Asset transfers asset testing results from the „ MIT515, MIT525 and MIT1025 safety rated at CAT IV
MIT range of insulation resistance testers straight onto 600 V (maintained to 3000 m altitude)
an Android mobile device or a Windows laptop via USB „ MIT1525 safety rated at CAT IV 1000 V
cable, removing the need for making notes, writing down (maintained to 3000 m altitude)
results and filling in paperwork.
Results can be stored and reviewed remotely by other

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SPECIFICATIONS Guard terminal performance
AC voltage (auto-ranging) Guards out parallel leakage resistance
down to 250 kΩ with a maximum
MIT515, MIT525, MIT1025: 90-264 V rms, 47- 63 Hz 100 VA additional resistance error of 1% with
MIT1525 kV: 90-264 V rms, 47- 63 Hz 200 VA a 100 MΩ load
Battery charge time 2.5 hours deep discharge, Display analog: 100 kΩ to 10 TΩ
2 hours normal discharge
Digital:
Battery voltage 10.8 V, 5.2Ah Li-ion batteries, MIT515, MIT525 10 kΩ to 10 TΩ
meet IEC 62133:2003, MIT1525 has MIT1025 10 kΩ to 20 TΩ
2 battery packs MIT1525 10 kΩ to 30 TΩ
Battery life Short circuit / charge current
MIT515, MIT525: 6 hours (typical) continuous 3 mA @ 5 kV, 10 kV, 15 kV
testing at 5 kV with a 100 MΩ load Insulation test alarm: 100 kΩ to 10 GΩ
MIT1025: 4.5 hours (typical) continuous
testing at 10 kV with a 100 MΩ load Capacitor charge
MIT1525: 4.5 hours (typical) continuous MIT515, MIT525 <3 s/μF at 3 mA to 5 kV
testing at 15 kV with a 100 MΩ load MIT1025 <5 s/μF at 3 mA to 10 kV
MIT1525 <7.5 s/μF at 3 mA to 15 kV
Test voltage
Capacitor discharge
MIT515, MIT525: 250 V, 500 V, 1000 V, 2500 V, MIT515, MIT525 <250 ms/μF to discharge from
5000 V, User defined test voltage 5 kV to 50 V
MIT1025: 500 V, 1000 V, 2500 V, 5000 V, MIT1025 <250 ms/μF to discharge from
10000 V, User defined test voltage 10 kV to 50 V
MIT1525: 1000 V, 2500 V, 5000 V, 10000 V, MIT1525 <3500 ms/μF to discharge from
15000 V, User defined test voltage 15 kV to 50 V
User defined test voltage Capacitance range
MIT515 & MIT525: 40 V to 1 kV in 10 V steps, With test voltage set above 500 V
MIT1025 & MIT1525: 100 V to 1 kV in 10 steps, MIT515, MIT525, MIT1025: 10 nF to 25 μF
All units: 1 kV to 5 kV in 25 V steps, MIT1525: 10 nF to 50 μF
MIT1525 only: 5 kV to 15 kV in 25 V step
Capacitance measurement accuracy
Test voltage accuracy +4%, -0%, ±10 V nominal test ±10% ±5 nF
voltage at 1 GΩ load (0°C to 30°C)
Current range 0.01 nA to 6 mA
Resistance range 10 kΩ to 15 TΩ @ 5 kV,
10 kΩ to 20 TΩ @ 10 kV, Current accuracy ±5% ±0.2 nA at all voltages (20 °C)
10 kΩ to 30 TΩ @ 15 kV Interference
Accuracy MIT515, MIT525: 3 mA from 450 V to 5 kV
MIT1025: 3 mA from 960 V to 10 kV
MIT515, MIT525 accuracy (23 °C) from 1MΩ to MIT1525: 6 mA from 2100 V to 15 kV
5000 V 2500 V 1000 V 500 V 250 V Voltmeter range 30 V to 660 V AC or DC,
±5% 200 100 45Hz – 65Hz
1 TΩ 500 GΩ 50 GΩ
GΩ GΩ
Voltmeter accuracy ±3%, ±3V
±20% 10 TΩ 5 TΩ 2 TΩ 1 TΩ 500 GΩ
Timer range Up to 99 minutes 59 seconds,
MIT1025 accuracy (23 ºC) from 1MΩ to 15 second minimum setting
10 kV 5000 V 2500 V 1000 V 500 V Memory capacity 5.5 hours logging @
500 200 5 sec intervals (MIT525, MIT1025 and
±5% 2 TΩ 1 TΩ 100 GΩ MIT1525 only)
GΩ GΩ
±20% 20 TΩ 10 TΩ 5 TΩ 2 TΩ 1 TΩ Test modes
MIT515: IR, IR(t), DAR, PI
MIT1525 accuracy (23 ºC) from 1MΩ to MIT525, MIT1025, MIT1525:
15 kV 10 kV 5000 V 2500 V 1000 V IR, IR(t), DAR, PI, SV, DD, Ramp test
±5% 500 Interface USB type B (device) (MIT525,
3 TΩ 2 TΩ 1 TΩ 200 GΩ
GΩ MIT1025 and MIT1525 only)
±20% 30 TΩ 20 TΩ 10 TΩ 5 TΩ 2 TΩ Real time output 1 Hz output readings (V, I, R) (MIT525,
MIT1025 and MIT1525 only)

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5 kV, 10 kV, 15 kV DC Insulation Resistance Testers

ENVIRONMENTAL MEDIUM INSULATED TEST CLIP 3 M X 3 LEADSET

Maximum altitude 3000 m (5 kV, 10 kV) - 15 KV
3000 m (15 kV)
These test leads are supplied as an option on the
Operating temperature range MIT1525. These clips are designed for clamping on larger
-4 °F to +122 °F (-20 °C to +50 °C)
diameter test pieces but where space is at a premium.
Storage temperature range
-13 °F to +149 °F (-25 °C to +65 °C)
The insulation is designed only to protect the user from
the output of Megger 15 kV (set below 6 kV) insulation
Humidity 90% RH non-condensing at 104 °F
(40 °C) resistance testers. The clips cannot in any circumstance be
IP rating IP65 (lid closed), IP40 (lid open) relied on to protect the user from live ac systems above
Safety
1000 V ac, r.m.s. in an CAT IV environment.
MIT515, MIT525 MIT1025: CAT IV 600 V to 3000 m altitude Cable insulation rating: 15
MIT1525: CAT IV 1000 V to 3000 m altitude kV DC (marked on cable).
Meets the requirements of IEC 61010-1.
Dimensions
Cable type: flexible dual
(5 kV, 10 kV) L 315 mm x W 285 mm x H 181 mm insulated silicon (inner
(15 kV) L 360 mm x W 305 mm x H 194 mm insulation layer colored
TEST LEADS SUPPLIED white to highlight damage. These test leads may also
be supplied in none standard lengths to suit a particular
The MIT515, MIT525, MIT1025 and MIT1525 are all
application. Please contact Megger for a quotation.
supplied with test leads that are compliant with the
Minimum order quantities may apply.
requirements of
IEC61010-031:2008. LARGE INSULATED TEST CLIP 3 M X 3 LEADSET
These test leads are supplied as standard on MIT1025
The 5 kV models are supplied with one 10 ft (3 m) lead-
and MIT1525 models (different leadset dependant on
set with medium sized clips.
model). These clips are designed for clamping on to larger
The 10 kV model is supplied with two 10 ft (3 m) lead-
diameter test pieces. The insulation is designed only to
sets, one with medium sized clips and the other with
protect the user from the output of Megger 5 kV, 10 kV
large clips with insulation suited to 10 kV use.
and 15 kV insulation resistance testers. The clips cannot
The 15 kV model is supplied with a 10 ft (3 m) lead-set, in any circumstance be relied on to protect the user
with large clips with insulation suited to 15 kV use. from live AC systems above 600 V ac, r.m.s. in an CAT IV
These leads are designed based on Megger’s extensive environment.
knowledge of insulation testing using the latest 10 kV lead set Cable
technology. The leads are in compliance with IEC61010- insulation rating: 12 kV DC
31:2008, which requires a fully insulated clip design. (marked on cable) Cable
MEDIUM INSULATED TEST CLIP 3 M X 3 LEADSET type: flexible dual insulated
- 5 KV AND 10 KV silicon (inner insulation layer
These test leads are supplied as standard on MIT515, colored white to highlight
MIT525 and the MIT1025. damage).
These clips are designed for clamping on larger diameter
test pieces but where space is at a premium. 15 kV lead set Cable
The insulation is designed only to protect the user from insulation rating: 18 kV DC
the output of Megger 5 kV and 10 kV (set below 6 kV) (marked on cable)
insulation resistance testers. The clips cannot in any Cable type: Flexible dual
circumstance be relied on to protect the user from live AC insulated silicon (inner
systems above 600 V ac, r.m.s. in an CAT IV environment. insulation layer coloured white to highlight damage)
Cable insulation rating: 12 kV DC (marked on cable) The design of the lead sets is intended to facilitate
Cable type: Flexible dual insulated silicon (inner connection to a variety of de-energized systems for the
insulation layer coloured white to highlight damage
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purpose of making insulation resistance measurements. In PRACTICAL INSULATION DESIGN

all cases it is the responsibility of the user to employ safe Moving jaw fingers maintain the clips touch proof safety
working practices and verify that the system is safe before when the clip is closed but flex back to allow the metal
connection. Even isolated systems may exhibit significant teeth of the clip to contact test piece unimpeded when
capacitance, which will become highly charged during in use.
the application of the insulation test. This charge can
be lethal and connections, including the leads and clips,
should never be touched during the test. The system
must be safely discharged before touching connections.
DESIGNED FOR EVERYDAY USE
Test leads are a key component of any precision
instrument and safety, long life, and the ability to provide
reliable connections to a variety of test pieces found in Megger clip being tested with IEC standard test finger for
everyday applications are of the utmost importance. creepage and clearance.
Megger design test leads for both safety and practical
operation.
LOCKING HV INSULATED PLUGS / NON-
REMOVABLE TEST CLIPS
All Megger 5 kV, 10 kV and 15 kV insulation testing test
leads are fitted with unique locking HV plugs and non-
removable test clips. This reduces the likelihood of a plug
or clip inadvertently losing electrical connection and the
capacitance of a long cable remaining lethally charged. PRACTICAL JAW DESIGN
With the arrows on the plug finger guard horizontal on Curved jaws allow reliable connection around test pieces
the instrument as shown to lock. Twist 90º to unlock. and flat jaw tips provide excellent connection and
In addition, for the same reason, the test clips are not gripping of individual wires.
removable from the test lead.

More detailed information

can be found on the 5 kV,
10 kV and 15 kV insulation
tester lead sets application
note. Scan the QR code
to see the PDF ➔

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MIT515 MIT525 MIT1025 MIT1525

Max. output voltage 5 kV 5 kV 10 kV 15 kV
Max. resistance 10 TΩ 10 TΩ 20 TΩ 30 TΩ
±5% ≤ 1 TΩ ±5% ≤ 1 TΩ ±5% ≤ 2 TΩ ±5% ≤ 3 TΩ
Accuracy from 1 MΩ to
±20% to 10 TΩ ±20% to 10 TΩ ±20% to 20 TΩ ±20% to 35 TΩ
Short circuit output current 3 mA 3 mA 3 mA 3 mA
Max. noise rejection 3 mA 3 mA 3 mA 6 mA
Safety rating (to max. altitude) CAT IV 600 V CAT IV 600 V CAT IV 600 V CAT IV 1000 V
Max. altitude 3000 m 3000 m 3000 m 3000 m
Battery charge 2.5 hrs 2.5 hrs 2.5 hrs 2.5 hrs
Battery life single charge 6 hrs 6 hrs 4.5 hrs 4.5 hrs
USB interface n n n
On-board memory n n n
Temperature value stored n n n
Time / date stamped results n n n
Compact / lightweight 10 lb (4.5 kg) 10 lb (4.5 kg) 10 lb (4.5 kg) 14 lb (6.5 kg)
Easy rotary switch operation n n n n
Digital / analogue display n n n n
Display backlight n n n n
Voltage output measurement n n n n
Dedicated voltmeter n n n n
Default voltmeter function n n n n

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ORDERING INFORMATION
Description Part number Description Part number
MIT515-US 1001-936 MIT1025-US 1001-944
MIT525-US 1001-940 MIT1525-US 1002-909

INCLUDED ACCESSORIES
Description Part number Description Part number
Included accessories Lead sets
Power lead 1008-016 10 ft (3 m) lead set, medium size insulated clips
USB cable (MIT525, MIT1025, MIT1525) 25970-041 (MIT515 and MIT525 only) 1008-022
Calibration certificate 1000-113 10 ft (3 m) lead set x 3, medium and large insulated clips
(MIT1025 only) 1002-534
10 ft (3 m) lead set x 3, large 15 kV insulated clips
(MIT1525 only) 1008-023

OPTIONAL TEST LEAD SETS

Description Part number Description Part number
1 kV test lead sets (MIT515, MIT525, MIT1025 only) 1 kV test lead sets (MIT1525 only)
Fused test probe and clip lead set 1002-913 2 x 4 ft (1.25 m) Fused test lead set with probes and clips 1005-265
Control circuit test set 6220-822 2 x 10 ft (3 m) Control circuit test lead set 1005-264

OPTIONAL HV TEST LEAD SETS

Description Part number Description Part number
HV test leads sets (MIT515, MIT525, MIT1025 only) Screened HV test lead sets (MIT515, MIT525, MIT1025 only)
* These test leads may also be supplied in non-standard lengths to 1 x 10 ft (3 m), with 5 kV screened uninsulated
suit a particular application / requirement. Contact Megger small clips 6220-835
for a quotation, minimum order quantities may apply. 1 x 50 ft (15 m), with 5 kV screened uninsulated
10 ft (3 m) leadset x 3, large insulated clips (MIT1025 only)1002-534 small clips 6311-080
3 x 16 ft (5 m) with large insulated clips 1002-645 10 ft (3 m), 10 kV screened uninsulated small clips 6220-834
3 x 26 ft (8 m) with large insulated clips 1002-646 33 ft (10 m), 10 kV screened uninsulated small clips 6220-861
3 x 33 ft (10 m) with large insulated clips 1002-647 50 ft (15 m), 10 kV screened uninsulated small clips 6220-833
3 x 50 ft (15 m) with large insulated clips 1002-648 Screened HV test lead sets (MIT1525 only)
3 x 16 ft (5 m) with medium insulated clips 1002-641 10 ft (3 m), 15 kV screened, large size insulated clips,
3 x 26 ft (8 m) with medium insulated clips 1002-642 supplied in carry bag 1005-266
3 x 33 ft (10 m) with medium insulated clips 1002-643 33 ft (10 m), 15 kV screened, large size insulated clips,
3 x 50 ft (15 m) with medium insulated clips 1002-644 supplied in carry bag 1005-267
10 ft (3 m) lead set, medium size insulated clips 50 ft (15 m), 15 kV screened, large size insulated clips,
(MIT515 and MIT525 only) 1008-022 supplied in carry bag 1005-268
66 ft (20 m), 15 kV screened, large size insulated clips,
HV test lead sets (MIT1525 only)
supplied in carry bag 1005-269
10 ft (3 m) leadset x 3, large 15 kV insulated clips
(MIT1525 only) 1008-023 Other
3 x 16 ft (5 m) lead set, large size insulated clips 1005-259 CB101 5 kV Calibration Box 6311-077
3 x 33 ft (10 m) lead set, large size insulated clips 1005-260 UKAS calibration certificate 1000-047
3 x 50 ft (15 m) lead set, large size insulated clips 1005-261
3 x 10 ft (3 m) lead set, medium size insulated clips 1005-262
3 x 33 ft (10 m) lead set, medium size insulated clips 1005-263

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