Megger good price?

[chcnorris29]

Hello,
Found a Megger MFT1502 on ebay, not cal'd but will be when sold if brought via buy it now.
Seller says was given to him by old company he no longer works for and now works for a test and measurement calibration company.
Sale price has starting bid (no bids yet, 4 days 20 hours left) of £175 and a Buy it Now of £250.

What do you think? Good deal?

Thanks

 

[daveb1]

I would hold out mate an get the 1552 its got the auto RCD test feature. Got mine from ebay for £310,
if his job is to calibrates testers why does this not come with a ticket?

 

[i=p/u]

In the buyers name

 

[telectrix]

aas post #2. go for a 1552 or 1553. that auto RCD test is essential. IMO.

 

[i=p/u]

Aye if you actually use it

 

[iamelectric]

i got a 1552 off ebay for £250 , not calibrated tho , thought it was a cracking deal till i got ripped for £96 to get it calibrated

 

[telectrix]

still a good deal, except the calibration charge is a rip-off. £60 is about the top whack for MFT, unless they had to do some adjustments.

 

[iamelectric]

i asked the guy i bought it from " does it have a calibration cert with it ? he said yes , when i received it the certs was the original from megger 3 years old , guys lucky i have a sense of humour and he lived 300 miles away

 

[i=p/u]

Always taking a chance, sold as seen

 

[chcnorris29]

Thanks for reply's. And from what seller is says there will be a current cal cert with it which he will sort when sold.

 

[chcnorris29]

Other than the lack of the auto RCD test function. Is there anything else that this tester is lacking?

Thanks

 

[i=p/u]

A new owner

 

[telectrix]

Other than the lack of the auto RCD test function. Is there anything else that this tester is lacking?

Thanks

not sure if it has ramp test either.

 

[SPARTYKUS]

Yeah with Tel don't bother go for 1552. Had mine 5 years never missed a beat

 

[chcnorris29]

Thanks for all the reply's.
From what I have seen it has ramp test.

Am looking to buy as my first tester. Currently using a company tester. Doing maintenance so at the min am only doing RCD tests and the kewtech I am using does not have auto RCD so not all that bothered (good exercise anyway and mostly flats) however this function would be nice but as a first tester am wondering if to go with the 1552 and spend more of go with a more reasonable price of the 1502. the bluetooth is no use to me so the 1553 useless to me.

Not sure which to go with.

What do you all think of the Dilog 9083p?

Thanks

 

[telectrix]

logs are for putting on the fire. 1552 or 1553 all the way. with a 1553, the bluetooth is a pain anyway, so just don't use it. either of the above can be got 2nd hand for around £300, calibrated if you're lucky.

 

[trypod]

1720 still for sale

firmware 2.08

11 months calibration + Megger warranty
£400 ono

 

[telectrix]

now that's a bargain for OP.

 

[telectrix]

Other than the lack of the auto RCD test function. Is there anything else that this tester is lacking?

Thanks

other than roads, sanitation, education, what have the romans ever done for us?

 

[chcnorris29]

is the 1720 newer/better than the 1502, 1552/3 then?

thanks

 

[trypod]

The 1700 series came out in about 2010 to replace the 1550 series

the first 18 months of service had lots of issues until the firmware was V 1.09 or greater this solved most issues

Firmware V2.08 is the latest

 

[midgetman]

We had 3 new 1720. All failed 1st year calibration. However as said above this seems to be sorted now.

 

[trypod]

The 1st year calibration of a 1700 series is best done by Megger so the firmware can be updated and any issues sorted under warranty
Megger calibration is about £65.00

 

[chcnorris29]

Auto RCD? Does the one you are selling have the 13 amp plug top cable with it and what accessories come with it?

Thanks

 

[trypod]

yes

Key Features

• 2-wire no-trip
• PFC measurement at same time as loop resistance
• High current loop testing
• Auto-start tests on continuity and loop resistance – no need to push the button
• Displays test voltage at the same time as insulation resistance
• Dual test buttons for left or right-handed operation
• Polarity test
• RCD ramp test to measure RCD trip current with fast ramp option
• Adjustable insulation alarms
• Phase to phase loop test
• RCD auto test & programmable tripping current level
• 3 phase RCD test
• Phase rotation test
• Remote switch probe included
• Weatherproof to IP54

What's Included:-
Megger MFT 1720, 3 Wire Test Lead Set, SP5 Switched probe, Mains plug Test Lead, Neck Strap, Quick Start Guide, Hard Carry Case, 8 x AA batteries, Calibration Certificate and User Guide

 

[chcnorris29]

Sorry if it is a dumb question. But what is the adjustable insulation alarms for?

 

[chcnorris29]

What condition is this tester in?

Thanks

 

[trypod]

Insulation limit alarm – Buzzer sounds if result is higher than limit set
0.5, 1,2, 3, 4, 5,7, 10, 50, 100, 500 MΩ

Condition as new

 

[chcnorris29]

Sounds good. May buy it. Will consider and get back to you soon.

 

[Deleted member 72666]

other than roads, sanitation, education, what have the romans ever done for us?

....Not forgetting the aqua duct, brought us peace....

 

[chcnorris29]

Hi.
The 1720 you have for sale. Would you be able to list as private listing on eBay and will buy it. Thanks.

 

[telectrix]

....Not forgetting the aqua duct, brought us peace....

and cornettos, pizza, and of course, YUK, pasta.

 

[trypod]

not at that price with ebay fees

 

[i=p/u]

Il transfer you £200 now and £200 after christmas , maybe before if get some more work.

gentlemans agreement.

 

[trypod]

sorry sold

 

[i=p/u]

Temping as it was it took long enough. I sold my1553 like silly bugger.. 1720 looks nice new kit,

 

[chcnorris29]

You get the £400 for it when you sold it?