The UNI-T UT522 is a portable digital earth resistance tester supporting precise three-wire and simplified two-wire measurements up to 4000Ω. It also measures AC earth voltage up to 400V and includes the leads and auxiliary earth spikes required for field testing.
Key Features
- Measures earth resistance up to 4000Ω across three selectable ranges
- Supports precise three-wire and simplified two-wire testing methods
- Measures AC earth voltage up to 400V at 50Hz or 60Hz
- Stores up to 20 readings with data-hold and backlit-display functions
- Provides poor-contact indication, over-range warning and double-insulation protection
Product Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Brand |
UNI-T |
| Model |
UT522 |
| Tester Type |
Digital earth resistance tester |
| Measurement Methods |
Precise three-wire and simplified two-wire testing |
| Earth Resistance Ranges |
0–40Ω / 0–400Ω / 0–4000Ω |
| 40Ω Range Accuracy |
±(2% + 20 digits) |
| 400Ω Range Accuracy |
±(2% + 3 digits) |
| 4000Ω Range Accuracy |
±(2% + 3 digits) |
| AC Earth Voltage Range |
0–400V |
| AC Earth Voltage Accuracy |
±(1% + 6 digits) |
| Earth Voltage Frequency |
50Hz / 60Hz |
| Display Count |
4000 counts |
| Ranging |
Manual |
| Data Storage |
20 readings |
| Display |
Backlit LCD with full function-symbol display |
| Additional Functions |
Data hold, low-battery indication, over-range display and poor-contact indication |
| Insulation Protection |
Double insulated |
| Automatic Power-Off |
Approximately 10 minutes |
| Certifications |
CE and UKCA |
| Power Supply |
6 × 1.5V AA batteries |
| LCD Size |
70.6 × 34mm |
| Dimensions |
160 × 100 × 70.5mm |
| Net Weight |
Approximately 560g |
Applications
- Electrical installation and power-system earthing tests
- Lightning-protection system inspection
- Industrial equipment and facility grounding checks
- Preventive maintenance of building and utility earth systems
Included Components
- UNI-T UT522 digital earth resistance tester
- Standard test leads with alligator clips
- Simplified test leads with alligator clips
- Auxiliary earth spikes
- 6 × 1.5V AA batteries
- Carrying bag, shoulder strap and user documentation