The Hioki PQ3198 is a professional-grade, high-performance power quality analyzer designed for monitoring and recording power supply anomalies, enabling rapid investigation of issues such as voltage drops, flickers, harmonics, and transient overvoltages. Operating in full compliance with the strict IEC61000-4-30 Class A standard, it offers unparalleled precision, standard-compliant recording, and synchronous 4-channel voltage/current inputs.
Specifications
General
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Interfaces | LAN (100Base-TX), USB 2.0 (Device), SD/SDHC Card Slot, RS-232C (for GPS synchronization) |
| Display | 6.5-inch color TFT LCD (640 × 480 dots) |
Physical
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | AC Adapter Z1002 (100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, max 40 VA), Battery Pack 9780 (7.2 V DC) |
| Operating Temperature | -20 °C to 50 °C |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 300 mm × 211 mm × 68 mm |
| Weight | 2.2 kg (including Battery Pack 9780) |
Input Channels & Configuration
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Number of Voltage Inputs | 4 channels (Ch 1, Ch 2, Ch 3: common ground; Ch 4: isolated) |
| Number of Current Inputs | 4 channels |
| Phase Configurations Supported | Single-phase 2-wire, Single-phase 3-wire, Three-phase 3-wire, Three-phase 4-wire |
Measurement Ranges & Input Characteristics
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Direct Voltage Range | 1000.0 V rms |
| Direct Current Range | 500.00 mA to 5.0000 kA AC (clamp sensor dependent) |
| Transient Voltage Range | 6.0000 kV peak |
| Voltage Input Impedance | 2.0 MΩ ±10% (for all voltage input channels) |
| Voltage Crest Factor | 3 or less |
| Maximum Input Voltage | 1000 V AC / DC |
Measurement Performance & Accuracy
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Transient Sampling Rate | 2 MHz (0.5 μs cycle) |
| Power Sampling Rate | 200 kHz (5 μs cycle) |
| A/D Converter Resolution | 16-bit |
| Basic Frequency Range | 45 Hz to 66 Hz |
| Voltage Measurement Accuracy | ±0.1% of nominal voltage |
| Current Measurement Accuracy | ±0.1% rdg. ±0.1% f.s. + clamp sensor accuracy |
| Active Power Accuracy | ±0.2% rdg. ±0.1% f.s. + clamp sensor accuracy |
Power & Harmonic Analysis Functions
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Harmonic Measurement Bandwidth | 1st to 50th order |
| High-order Harmonic Range | 2 kHz to 80 kHz (voltage and current) |
| Flicker Measurement Compliance | IEC 61000-4-15 (Pst, Plt) |
| Unbalance Measurement | Voltage and current unbalance (zero-phase and negative-phase components) |
| Swell/Dip/Interruption Resolution | 0.5-cycle interval recording |
Data Logging, Memory & Visualization
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Internal Storage Capacity | 60 MB |
| External Storage Compatibility | SD/SDHC card (up to 32 GB) |
| Maximum Logging Duration | Up to 1 year (dependent on SD card capacity and parameter settings) |
Power Supply & Safety Compliance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Safety Category Rating | CAT IV 600 V, CAT III 1000 V |
| Safety Standards Compliance | EN 61010-1 |
| EMC Standards Compliance | EN 61326-1 Class A |
| Battery Continuous Operation Time | Approx. 180 min (using Battery Pack 9780) |
Physical & Environmental Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature Range | -30 °C to 60 °C |
| Operating Humidity Range | 80% rh or less (non-condensing) |
| IP Rating | IP30 (EN 60529) |
Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Recordable Events | 9999 |
| Clock Accuracy | ±0.3 s/day (power ON), ±1.0 s/day (power OFF, 23 °C) |
| GPS Synchronization Accuracy | Within ±13 μs (with optional GPS Box PW9005) |
| Transient Overvoltage Peak Measurement Range | Up to 6.000 kV peak |
| Transient Overvoltage Minimum Detection Width | 0.5 μs |
Inputs & Outputs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| External Control Terminals | Event input ×1, Event output ×1 |
| USB Interface Type | USB 2.0 (High Speed, mini-B connector) |
| LAN Interface Type | 100Base-TX |
Safety
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Rated Voltage to Earth | 1000 V AC / DC (CAT III), 600 V AC / DC (CAT IV) |
Power
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Power Consumption | 80 VA max. |
| Battery Charging Time | Approx. 5.5 hours (at 23 °C with power OFF) |
Display
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Display Resolution | 640 × 480 dots (VGA) |
| Display Languages | English, Japanese, Chinese (Simplified/Traditional), Korean, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Turkish |
Logging & Memory
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Recording Interval Settings | 1 s, 3 s, 15 s, 30 s, 1 min, 5 min, 10 min, 15 min, 30 min, 1 h, 2 h, 150/180 cycles |
Connectivity & Control
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Web Server Function | Yes (allows remote configuration and monitoring via web browser) |
| FTP Functionality | FTP Server and FTP Client |
| Modbus/TCP Support | Yes |
| E-mail Notification | Yes (sends emails on event occurrences) |
Power & Battery
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Battery Pack Model | Z1003 Battery Pack (Lithium-ion) |
Measurement Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Harmonic Analysis Orders | 1st to 50th order |
| Inter-harmonic Analysis Orders | 0.5th to 49.5th order |
General Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Real-Time Clock Backup Battery Life | Approx. 10 years (referenced to 23 °C) |
Technology
Power Quality Analyzer
Applications
Electrical grid monitoring, power quality troubleshooting, energy audits, and testing of power distribution systems.
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