PCE-PA 8300 Power Analyser
3 phases, measures power and analyses harmonics and system incidents /  up to 3000 A AC /
with SD memory / graphic display / various current clamps

The PCE-PA 8300 power and harmonics analyser stands out due to its simple handling. The Power Analyser saves all the measured data on a SD memory card. The PCE-PA 8300 Power Analyser can be used to measure the capacity as well as to perform an analysis on the network. The power anaylser PCE-PA 8300 can measure power up to 9999 MW.
For analysis on the network the PCE-8300 exactly determines the power and network as well as harmonics up to the 50th order. All measured values are indicated on the graphic LCD display. Thus it is an easy task for the power analyser to detect distortions. For an exact analysis of the netwrk and its power the measurement data can be stored on the SD memory card with any back-up interval of your choice. Thus the Power Analyser facilitates long-term measurements. The Power Analyser can be purchased in two different kits. It can be either purchased with current clamps or with flexible rogowski coils. If there are any questions about this Power Analyser PCE-PA 8300 please have a look at the technical specification below or call: UK customers +44(0) 23 809 870 30 / US customers +1-410-387-7703. Our technicians and engineers will gladly advise you regarding all power analysers and all products in the field of measuring instruments, regulation and control and scales.

- 3-phase Power Analyser
- measures up to 3000 A AC
- power clamps or rogowski coils 
- harmonics analyser
- apparent, effective and reactive power
- measures efficiency power
- power clamps of various manufacturers

- SD memory 
- Adjustable back-up interval
- measures up to 600 V AC
- measures delay angle and frequency
- graphic display with display of harmonics
- robust enclosure
- auto- setting of measurement range (AC V)

Technical specifications of the Power Analyser PCE-PA 8300

Electrical Specifications

Voltage measurement (AC V)

Measurement range

Resolution

Accuracy

10 V ... 600 V (phase to neutral)

0.1 V

± (0.5 % + 0.5 V)

10 V ... 600 V (phase to phase

0.1 V

± (0.5 % + 0.5 V)

Current measurement (AC A) Set 1

Measurement range

Resolution

Accuracy

20 A

0.001 A (< 10 A)
0.01 A (≥ 10 A)

± (0.5 % + 0.1 A)

200 A

0.01 A (< 100 A) 
0.1 A (≥ 100 A)

± (0.5 % + 0.5 A)

1200 A

0.1 A (< 1000 A)
1 A (≥ 1000 A)

± (0.5 A + 5 A)

Current measurement (AC A) Set 2

Measurement range

Resolution

Accuracy

30 A

0.001 A (< 10 A)
0.01 A (≥ 10 A)

± (0.5 % + 0.1 A)

300 A

0.01 A (< 10 A)
0.1 A (≥ 10 A)

± (0.5 % + 0.5 A)

3000 A

0.1 A (< 1000 A)
1 A (≥ 1000 A)

± (0.5 A + 5 A)

Effective power

Measurement range

Resolution

Accuracy

0 KW ... 9.999 KW

0.001 KW

± (1 % + 0.008 KW)

10 KW ... 99.99 KW

0.01 KW

± (1 % + 0.08 KW)

100 KW ... 999.9 KW

0.1 KW

± (1 % + 0.8 KW)

1 MW ... 9.999 MW

0.001 MW

± (1 % + 0.008 MW)

Apparent Power

Measurement range

Resolution

Accuracy

Reactive Power

Measurement range

Resolution

Accuracy

0 KVAR ... 9.999 KVAR 

0.001 KVAR 

± (1 % + 0.008 KVAR)

10 KVAR ... 99.99 KVAR 

0.01 KVAR 

± (1 % + 0.08 KVAR )

100 KVAR ... 999.9 KVAR 

0.1 KVAR 

± (1 % + 0.8 KVAR )

1 MVAR ... 9.999 MVAR 

0.001 MVAR

± (1 % + 0.008 MVAR)

Active Energy

Measurement range

Resolution

Accuracy

0 KWH ... 9.999 KWH

0.001 KWh

± (2 % + 0.008 KWh)

10.00 KWH ... 99.99 KWH

0.01 KWh

± (2 % + 0.08 KWh)

100.0 KWH ... 999.9 KWH

0.01 KWh

± (2 % + 0.8 KWh)

1 MWH ... 9.999 MWH

0.001 MMh

± (2 % + 0.008 MWh)

Apparent Energy

Measurement range

Resolution

Accuracy

0 KVARH ... 9.999 KVARH 

0.001 KVARh 

± (2 % + 0.008KVARh)

10.00 KVARH ... 99.99 KVARH 

0.01 KVARh 

± (2 % + 0.08KVARh)

100.0 KVARH ... 999.9 KVARH 

0.01 KVARh 

± (2 % + 0.8KVARh)

1 MVARH ... 9.999 MVARH

0.001 MVARh 

± (2 % + 0.008MVARh)

Power Factor

Measurement range

Resolution

Accuracy

0 ... 1

0.01

± 0.04

Delay Angle

Measurement range

Resolution

Accuracy

-180 ° ... +180 °

0.1 °

± 1 °

Frequency

Measurement range

Resolution

Accuracy

45 Hz ... 65 Hz

0.1 Hz

± 0.1 Hz

Harmonic of AC Voltage at 50 / 60 Hz

Measurement range

Resolution

Accuracy

1 ... 20th order

0.1 A
0.1 %

± (2 % + 0.5 A)
± (2 % + 10 Digit)

21 ... 30th order

0.1 A
0.1 %

± (2 % + 0.5 A)
± (2 % + 10 Digit)

21 ... 50th order

0.1 A
0.1 %

not specified

General Specification of the Power Analyser PCE-PA 8300

Display

3.7 " point-matrix LCD (320 * 240 pixel) with LED background lights

Safety standards

IEC1010CAT III 600V

Input resistance AC V

10 MOhm

Operating frequency of current clamp

40 Hz ... 1 kHz

Tested operating frequency of current clamp

45 Hz ... 65 Hz

Overload protection

AC V
AC A

Data Storage

SD memory card

Recording interval

1 second

Data logging function

logging with real-time speed on SD memory card

Filing interval

2 ... 7200 seconds

Data output (only for live display on computer)

per USB or RS232, depending on connection cable

Operating temperature

0 °C ... +50 °C

Surrounding humidity

< 80 % RH
8 x 1,5 V AA batteries

Voltage supply

9 V adapter

Current drain

measurement device: 300 mA DC
current clamp: 34 mA DC

Maximum wire diameter

50 mm

Weight

measurement device: 948 g (incl. battery)
current clamp: 467 g (incl. cable)

Dimensions

device: 225 x 125 x 64 mm
current clamp: 210 x 64 x 33 mm
clamp jaw: 86 mm (exterior)

Set 1 PCE-PA 8300:
PCE-PA 8300 + PCE-PA C1 (1200 A)

- measurement range: 20 A / 200 A / 1200 A

- max. wire diameter: 50 mm

- length of connection wire: 4 mm

- frequency range: 45 Hz ... 1 KHz

- weight: 490 g

Set 2 PCE-PA 8300:
PCE-PA 8300 + PCE-PA C2 (3000 A)

- measurement range: 30 A / 300 A / 3000 A 

- current wire input: 170 mm diameter

- length of measurement coil: 600 mm

- length of connecting wire: 3.4 mm

- frequency range: 45 ... 400 Hz

- weight: 410 g

Caution while using the power analyser PCE-PA 830 / Safety measures:
- Do not operate with the power analyser, the clamps or the cables, if they show visible
  damages.
- Be especially cautious while measuring on blanc wires and bus bars.
- In order to prevent any damages, perform measurements only within the ranges that are
  specified (avoid measurements close to the specified limits. Always consider all safety measures)
- Do not use the device under extreme temperatures, in direct sunlight, under extreme humidity or
  exposed to water.
- Avoid exposing the device to extreme shocks and always handle it with care.
- Before turning on the device, allow it to acclimatize to the environment it will be used in. This is
  particularly important when the device is taken from cold environments to warmer ones, and vice
  versa.
- This device should only be repaired by qualified technicians of PCE-instruments.
- Do not place the device with its display faced down on a surface to avoid damaging the keypad.
- Use the Power Analyser inside buildings.  If it must be used outside, then use only under dry
  conditions.
- Do not expose the device to direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity or condensation
  when it is in use.
- This device is not protected against exposure to dust or exposure to water.
- Do not expose this device in corrosives areas or to explosive gases.
- Never use the Power Analyser with wet hands.
- Always wear a safety suit when handling the power analyser.
- Before connecting the test cables or clamps, always disconnect the device first.
- To avoid damage or a short circuit, leave the object being measured without a current before
  connecting the Power Analyser or the clamps.
- The inputs are not separated from each other.
- Remove all lines being measured that are no being used by the installation.
- First connect the test cable the the Power Analyser and then to the object being measured.
- Put down the test cables carefully when you are not using them.

Delivery Contents of the Power Analyser PCE-PA 8300
1 x PCE-PA 8300 power analyser, 3 x amp clamps - depending on the ordered set, 
4 x insolated alligator clips, 4 x safety test lines,  6 x 1.5 V AA batteries, 1 x 9 V mains adapter, 1 x carrying case, 1 x 2 GB SD memory card, 1 x instruction manual

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