4314 KVS Rugged Igniter Tester with Current Monitor

$6,295.00

The Valhalla Scientific Model 4314 KVS Digital Igniter Tester is designed to provide extremely safe and reliable resistance testing of explosive or volatile devices.  Proven uses include fuses, squibs, igniters, explosive bolts, automobile airbag initiators and many others.

  • Fail Safe Circuitry Limits Current
  • No Hassle Test Current Monitoring (from 0 to 15mA)
  • Real-time Fail-Safe check
  • Wide Range 2 Ohms – 2M Ohms
  • Dust and Water Resistant
  • Rechargeable Battery Operated
  • Safe Tester for Explosive Devices
  • Certified Mil Std 810 – Method 511 Safe for Explosive & Volatile Atmospheres
  • Complies to (EWR) 127-1, Section 3.13.8.1-2
  • Safety Approval by US Government/Military
  • Certificate of N.I.S.T. traceability included at no extra charge
Rng # Range Resolution Test Current Failsafe Current Accuracy
1 100µΩ 5mA 8mA ± 0.03% of reading ± 0.02% of range
2 20Ω 1mΩ 5mA 8mA ± 0.03% of reading ± 0.02% of range
3 200Ω 10mΩ 500μA 1.8mA ± 0.03% of reading ± 0.02% of range
4 2kΩ 100mΩ 50μA 180μA ± 0.03% of reading ± 0.02% of range
5 20kΩ 5μA 18μA ± 0.03% of reading ± 0.02% of range
6 200kΩ 10Ω 500nA 1.8μA ± 0.05% of reading ± 0.05% of range
7 2MΩ 100Ω 50nA 180nA ± 1% of reading ± 0.2% of range
8 STDBY

Display:

  • 4 1/2 digit (19999) L.E.D. – 20,000 counts

Terminal Configuration

  • Four-wire Kelvin

Overload Indication

  • O.L.

Operating Temperature Range

  • 0°C to 50°C

Temperature Coefficient

  • ±.002% per °C (from 0°C to 15°C and 35°C to 50°C)

Conversion Rate

  • 3 per second

Power:

  • Rechargeable NiMH (10Ah) batteries & charger (100-240 VAC 50-60 Hz)

Size:

  • 27cm/11″ D x 9.68cm/24.6″ W x 12.4cm/4.87″ H

Weight

  • 2.7kg / 6lbs NET | 3.2kg / 7lbs shipping
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Ultra-Safe Circuitry Meets Rugged Design

The Valhalla Scientific Model 4314 KVS Digital Igniter Tester is designed to provide extremely safe and reliable resistance testing of explosive or volatile devices.  Some of the proven uses include fuses, squibs, igniters, explosive bolts, automobile airbag initiators and many others.

Featuring the ultra-safe inner circuitry of the 4314 Alpha series and the addition of constant current-monitoring, fail-safe check, and 7 ranges, the 4314 KVS packs precision measurement technology into a compact, water-resistant Pelican case for protection in the harshest environments.  The 4314 KV and KVS are impact resistant, water-tight, float in water, are waterproof up to 3-feet when closed, and can operate in direct rain.

The 4314 series’ circuitry has been reviewed and approved by a U.S. Government Safety Board and all branches of our armed forces for specific military programs. Countless critical military, aerospace and industrial applications utilize squibs and other blasting devices, and the ability to safely test the explosive’s circuity without accidentally detonating the device is paramount. The 4314 KV and KVS feature redundant, dual fail-safe current limiting network circuitry to ensure the instrument test currents cannot exceed the specified amount, so even in the unlikely event of a worst case component failure, the output current limiting network is still in effect. To prove that this level of safety is intact, the 4314KVS is equipped with a constant test current monitoring display and a unique Fail-Safe test button that simulates a worst-case component failure and displays the “real” fail-safe current, all while the output is isolated from the current source.

Inherently-safe resistance measurement

Essentially, a Model 4314 KVS is a 4-wire ohmmeter which has been designed to use very low test currents for its measurement.  Additional circuitry proprietary to Valhalla Scientific is used to ensure that test current levels do not exceed the specified “failsafe current” even in a worst-case component failure situation.  The failsafe feature is tested in every instrument before shipment and the results provided to the customer on a Certificate of Calibration that accompanies the unit.

In addition, to prove that this level of safety is intact, the 4314 KVS is equipped with a constant test current monitoring display and a unique Fail-Safe test button that simulates a worst-case component failure and displays the “real” fail-safe current, all while the output is isolated from the current source.

Measures Under all Conditions

The 4314 KVS are not only the safest resistance testers for explosive devices, but they are also, thanks to its case, impact resistant and watertight. The devices float in water, are waterproof when closed to a depth of 3 feet, and can be operated outside in direct rain.

They come self-contained with a slim-line AC/DC Battery Charger and measurement test leads ready to use.

The 4314 KVS utilizes a four-wire Kelvin input configuration to eliminate lead wire length and lead contact resistance errors. The units are battery powered with a heavy duty rechargeable NiMH (10Ah) pack for portability and line isolation purposes. For added convenience and safety, the 4314 KVS feature an internal switching configuration which automatically disables the battery charging circuit when in the operating mode. Alternately, all power is removed from the output circuitry when in the off/charging mode.

Ranges and Fail-Safe Currents

Range # 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Range (ohms) 2 20 200 2k 20k 200k 2M Standby
Resolution (ohms) 100u 1m 10m 100m 1 10 100
Test Current (A) 5mA 5mA 500u 50u 5u 500n 50n
FailSafe Current (A) 8m 8m 1.8m 180u 18u 1.8u 180n

 

Certificate of Calibration Included

An NIST-traceable Z540.3 certificate of calibration is included with every instrument order.  Furthermore, enhanced ISO/IEC 17025 certification is available.

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Instrument Options

Replaces battery power capabilities with isolated, continuous 115V power.

Replaces battery power capabilities with isolated, continuous 115V power.

HDB 4 Heavy Duty rechargeable NiMH Replacement Batteries 1.2V 10000mAH

HDB 4 Heavy Duty rechargeable NiMH Replacement Batteries 1.2V 10000mAH

17025 Certification is performed on our behalf by a third party. Please contact us for additional information

17025 Certification is performed on our behalf by a third party. Please contact us for additional information
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