ITESA | PAT-1 / 2 / 2E / 10 Portable Appliance Tester

The Sentinel Series is a powerful and cost-effective range of electrical safety testers designed to meet the demands of production lines, compliance testing, and research environments. Whether in manufacturing, quality assurance, or R&D laboratories, the Sentinel Series ensures accurate, efficient, and reliable hipot testing, helping users meet international safety standards such as IEC, EN, UL, and CSA.
Offering both manual and automatic testing, the Sentinel Series includes models with AC and DC dielectric strength testing up to 5kV and 6kV, insulation resistance, and earth bond testing. With up to 500VA AC power output, the Sentinel Series delivers high-resolution measurement capabilities, ensuring precision in every test.
Designed for flexibility and ease of use, the Sentinel Series supports remote control via PLC, USB, and RS-232, making it ideal for automated testing setups. The sweep function allows real-time monitoring of test parameters over time, making it particularly useful for R&D applications. Additionally, enhanced safety features such as automatic voltage cut-off and rapid discharge protect both the user and the equipment under test.
With robust construction, advanced testing features, and seamless integration capabilities, the Sentinel Series is the ideal solution for engineers, compliance labs, and manufacturers seeking a comprehensive and efficient electrical safety testing system.

Sentinel 500

Sentinel 501

Sentinel 500/501 - AC Dielectric Strength

Programmable Voltage Range: 0.100 kV - 5.000 kV (2V/Step Resolution)
Frequency Independent of Supply: 50 or 60 Hz Selectable
Output Voltage Accuracy: ±1% + 5 Volts (No Load)
Voltage Display Resolution: 0.001kV
Current Measurement: 0.001mA - 100.0mA
Range and Accuracy:
- ±1.5% + 30 Counts when trip limit <1.11mA
- ±1.5% ± 3 Counts when trip limit >1.11mA
Current Display Resolution: 0.001mA / 0.001mA / 0.1mA
Selectable Range of Pass/Fail Levels: 0.001mA - 100.00mA
Maximum Rated Current:
- 100mA (0.5kV ≤ V ≤ 5kV)
- 10mA (0.1kV ≤ V ≤ 0.5kV)
Arc Detection: Yes
Ramp time: 0.1 - 999.9s
Test Time: Off / 0.5s - 999.9s

Sentinel 501 - Earth Bond

Programmable Test Current: 03.00A - 32.00A ac
Test Current Resolution: 0.01A
Test Current Accuracy:
- 3A - 8A: (1% of rdg+0.2A)
- 8A - 32A: (1% of rdg+0.05A)
Test Voltage: 6V AC max (open circuit)
Test Voltage Frequency: 50Hz/60Hz selectable
Resistance Measurement Range: 10mΩ - 650.0mΩ
Resistance Measurement Resolution: 0.1mΩ
Resistance Measurement Accuracy: (1% of rdg + 2mΩ)
Test Time: 0.5 - 999.9s
Arc Detection: Yes

Sentinel 200 - AC Dielectric Strength

Programmable Voltage Range: 0.100 kV - 5.000 kV (2V/Step Resolution)
Frequency Independent of Supply: 50 or 60 Hz Selectable
Output Voltage Accuracy: ±1% + 5 Volts (No Load)
Voltage Display Resolution: 0.001kV
Current Measurement: 0.001mA - 40.0mA
Range and Accuracy:
- ±1.5% + 30 Counts when trip limit <1.00mA
- ±1.5% ± 30 Counts when trip limit ≥1.00mA
Current Display Resolution: 0.001mA / 0.001mA / 0.1mA
Selectable Range of Pass/Fail Levels: 0.001mA - 40.00mA
Maximum Rated Current:
- 40mA (0.5kV ≤ V ≤ 5kV)
- 10mA (0.1kV ≤ V ≤ 0.5kV)
Arc Detection: Yes
Ramp time: 0.1 - 999.9s
Test Time: Off / 0.5s - 999.9s

Sentinel 500/501 - DC Dielectric Strength

Programmable Voltage Range: 0.100 kV - 6.000 kV (2V/Step Resolution)
Frequency Independent of Supply: 50 or 60 Hz Selectable
Output Voltage Accuracy: ±1% + 5 Volts (No Load)
Voltage Display Resolution: 0.001kV
Current Measurement: 0.001mA - 20.0mA
Range and Accuracy:
- ±1.5% + 30 Counts when trip limit <1.11mA
- ±1.5% + 3 Counts when trip limit >1.11mA
Current Display Resolution: 0.001mA / 0.001mA / 0.1mA
Selectable Range of Pass/Fail Levels: 0.001mA - 20.00mA
Maximum Rated Current:
- 20mA (0.5kV ≤ V ≤ 5kV)
- 2mA (0.1kV ≤ V ≤ 0.5kV)
Arc Detection: Yes
Ramp time: 0.1 - 999.9s
Test Time: Off / 0.5s - 999.9s