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Products => Test Equipment => Topic started by: nikonoid on May 20, 2017, 05:00:15 pm
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I have a Cambridge / LOM-510a meter, but I do not have leads for it. I was able to just plug pins into connector to verify performance. Now I would like to make a proper set of leads.
Would anyone know the proper connector type for it and possibly specific connector that might offer low emf capability.
I would also appreciate any suggestion on a source for good shielded wire to use for kelvin clips. Thank you.
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http://www.ietlabs.com/pdf/Manuals/LOM-510A_im.pdf (http://www.ietlabs.com/pdf/Manuals/LOM-510A_im.pdf)
The connector looks like a 5 pin DIN plug. Maybe this?
https://ast-labs.com/shop/kelvin/kelvin-clip-5-pin-din-plug-lcr-meter-test-probe-2-ft/ (https://ast-labs.com/shop/kelvin/kelvin-clip-5-pin-din-plug-lcr-meter-test-probe-2-ft/)
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These look right, the only thing is I need the male connector and these are female. The search continues....
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This connector is what I used - it fits perfectly.
www.digikey.com/products/en?keywords=CP-1060-ND (http://www.digikey.com/products/en?keywords=CP-1060-ND)
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If you are still looking for the test clips here are some I recommend, these should take shrouded or unshroulded banana plugs.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/142267585778 (http://www.ebay.com/itm/142267585778)
Here are some new leads I've found but not tried. They are unguarded/shielded if that makes a difference to you, but look better than 90% of what is out there.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/332008183641 (http://www.ebay.com/itm/332008183641)
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Thank you, korlatos and Shock.
The connector looks like a direct fit. It is nickel plated.
Do you see any thermal EMF effects with this meter or is switched mode canceling them out effectively?
Currently I am using Pomona 5940 (http://www.pomonaelectronics.com/pdf/d5940_100.pdf (http://www.pomonaelectronics.com/pdf/d5940_100.pdf)) with Keithley meters and that set seems to be excellent.
If thermal is no problem I am considering building a shrouded set to go from DIN 6 connector to banana plugs. This way I can measure standard resistors as well as use clips like Shock suggested.
I am also considering building low EMF binding posts right into the body of the LOM-510a meter, so I can use existing clips. Any reasons not to do that?
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Did you see Robrenz's threads and videos on his precision probes, cables and modification for a pulsed/hold measurement switch?
https://www.eevblog.com/forum/testgear/ie/ (https://www.eevblog.com/forum/testgear/ie/)
https://www.youtube.com/user/ROBRENZ/videos (https://www.youtube.com/user/ROBRENZ/videos)
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I don't see any thermal EMF effects, but I am only using switched mode. I made an adapter box with banana jacks for it - here is the photo of it measuring a 1 milliohm resistor:
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I have the LOM 510 and use this connector: Amphenol Tuchel #T3374-501
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I have the LOM 510 and use this connector: Amphenol Tuchel #T3374-501
That is the one Robrenz used? Does it fit okay without modification? I was wondering if the collar interferes when it's plugged in.
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Thank you, Guys. I did watch most of Rob's videos with fascination. I even have a milling machine. Unfortunately my skills do not compare to Rob's. :)
I do like the idea with junction box. It offers a lot of flexibility between Keithley meters and this box.
I will be ordering stuff tomorrow.