Universal calibrator PCE-C 456
Indicates the nominal value / calibrator for simulations and graphic measurement / pulse generator (easy and cycle ramps)

The universal and portable calibrator PCE-C 456 is mainly used for both calibration and maintenance. This universal calibrator PCE-C 456 allows the simulation and measurement of electrical magnitudes on the spot and in the laboratory. The universal calibrator PCE-C 456 has diverse functions such as: measuring functions, voltage and current simulation (continuous voltage and current or low frequency ramps) and continuity test (in passive circuits). Due to its control structure (regulation) in the simulation mode it is not possible to perform a measurement and a simulation at the same time. The universal calibrator PCE-C 456 has a lot of additional functions such as: indication of the results according to the linear and non-linear conversion law/pulse generation of simple or cyclic ramps. This device is a high quality alternative to those which are normally found on the market. At the following link you will find the calibrator which will suit your needs.

 - Real-time date and time

 - Portable device powered by 4 AA batteries (it     can be powered by 1.7 Ah accumulator)

 - Battery indicator

 - Operating time: 10 ... 40 h

 - Graphic indication of 160 x 160 pixels

 - USB port

 - Language selection for programming and         messages (languages: Spanish, German,        French and English)

 - Backlight display (it can be disabled)

 - ABS housing with rubber protective cover. 

 - IP54 impermeability according to the EN            60529 standard.

 - Meets EN 61010/ CEM-EN
   61326 standard

 - An ENAC calibration certificate can be                ordered as an option

USB port of the Universal calibrator  PCE-C 456

View or print user manual of the universal calibrator

Ramp functions

The universal calibrator PCE-C 456 provides diverse programming possibilities: sliding, pulse or ramp according the the specification (valve, % PE), with lineal or quadratic ruler.

Standard ramp functions

Images of the calibrator usage

- Here we can see the universal calibrator testing multimeter voltage.

- If you need a multimeter for your company, please click here.

- The calibrator PCE-C 456 is very useful in the calibration laboratory, in the workshop as well as in the adjustment of the meters for the research and development field

Technical specifications:

Measuring functions

 mA DC Current

Range

4 … 20 mA

0 … 20 mA

24 mA

Resolution

1 µA

1 µA

1 µA

Accuracy

±0.015 % +2 µA of the measuring value

±0.015 % +2,6 µA of the measuring value

±0.015 % +2 µA of the measuring value

Temperature coefficient

< 20 ppm/ ºC of  0 ... +18 ºC and +28 ... +50 ºC

Possible circuit feeder

24 V ± 10 %

Input resistance (Rin)

< 30

HART compatibility

R = 250 Ω

Common Mode Suppression

120 dB at 50 and 60 Hz

V DC Voltage

Range

0 ... 10 V

25 V

50 V

Resolution

1 mV

1 mV

1 mV

Accuracy

±0.015 % + 2 mV of the measuring value

±0.015 % + 2 mV of the measuring value

±0.015 % + 4 mV of the measuring value 

Temperature coefficient

<15 ppm/ºC of 0 ... +18 ºC and +28 ... +50 ºC

Series mode rejection

>60 dB at 50 and 60 Hz

Common mode rejection

>120 dB at 50 and 60 Hz

Function generator

mA DC Current

Range

4 … 20 mA

0 … 20 mA

24 mA

Resolution

1 µA

1 µA

1 µA

Accuracy

±0.015 % +2 µA of the measuring value

±0.015 % +2,6 µA of the measuring value

±0.015 % +2 µA of the measuring value

Temperature coefficient

<20 ppm/ºC of 0 ... +18 ºC and +28 ... +50 ºC

Attack

<500 µS (0 ... 20 mA with the load of 20 Ω)

Low frequency noise

<1 µA (at F <100 Hz)

V DC Voltage

Range

0 ... 10 V

15 V

Resolution

1 mV

1 mV

±0.015 % + 2 mV of the measuring value

±0.015 % + 2 mV of the measuring value

(Iout max = 10 mA (at 10 V))

(Iout max = 8 mA (at 15 V))

Temperature coefficient

<15 ppm/ºC of 0 ... +18 ºC and +28 ... +50 ºC

Attack

<1 mS (0 ... 15 V with the load of 1 MΩ)

Internal resistance

1 Ω

Low frequency noise

<1 mV (at F <100 Hz)

Continuity function

Range

Continuity

Resolution

open/close

(it is considered as closed if Z= [0 ... 1 kΩ] and open if Z= [1 kΩ ... ∞ ]

General properties

Display 

160 x 160 graphic display

Operating temperature range

0 ... +50 ºC

Operating humidity range

<85 % H.r.

Storage temperature

-10 ... +60 ºC

Storage humidity

<85 % H.r.

Power

4 x AA batteries or 1.7 Ah accumulator

Operating time

U and I measurement (>40 h)

mA/24 V simulation (>10 h)

Standby mode >95 days

Battery indication

yes

Dimensions

157 x 85 x 45 mm

Weight

approx. 300 g 

Delivery content:

1 x universal calibrator PCE-C 456,

1 x carrying case,

4 x batteries,

1 x hand belt,

Test cables with crocodile clips, user manual  

Optional accessories
- ENAC calibration certificate
For companies that wish to incorporate the device into their set of internal quality control tools or for annual recalibrations.
The ENAC certification contains a laboratory calibration with a certificate containing all the measurement data

- Accumulator
A NiMh rechargeable accumulator (1.7 Ah) can be used with the calibrator instead of the batteries which are sent.  

Standard signals are electrical signals which have become standard in the process automation. Non-electrical value conversion such as pressure, flow rate, velocity, etc is performed through both the measuring transducer and the sensors so these values can be processed by means of regulators, indicators, process systems or SPS.  

The most common standard signals are current signals 0...20 mA or 4... 20 mA and voltage signals 0...10 V or 2...10 V. These signals are used in almost all industrial applications. They allow to check easely signals suppression. Apart from that, the current standard signal 4 … 20 mA provides that the circuit is continuously powered by current.  

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Contact:
PCE Instruments UK Limited
Unit 11 Southpoint Business Park
Ensign Way, Southampton
United Kingdom, SO31 4RF
Phone: +44 ( 0 ) 2380 98703 0
Fax: +44 ( 0 ) 2380 98703 0

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