Page 2 - Introduction; International Safety Symbols
MA435T ‐ EU ‐ EN V1.2 4/13 2 Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of this Extech MA435T True RMS Clamp Meter. This meter measures AC/DC Current, AC/DC Voltage, Resistance, Capacitance, Frequency, Diode Test, Duty Cycle and Continuity. Special features include Thermocouple Temperatur...
Page 3 - SAFETY NOTES
MA435T ‐ EU ‐ EN V1.2 4/13 3 SAFETY NOTES Do not exceed the maximum allowable input range of any function. Do not apply voltage to meter when resistance function is selected. Set the function switch OFF when the meter is not in use. Remove the battery if meter is to be stored for lon...
Page 4 - Description; Meter Description; REL
MA435T ‐ EU ‐ EN V1.2 4/13 4 Description Meter Description 1. NCV sensor 2. Current clamp 3. Non-contact AC voltage indicator light 4. Clamp trigger 5. Data Hold/ Back Light button 6. LCD display 7. MODE select button 8. COM input jack 9. Rotary Function switch 10. Relative button 11. Range ...
Page 5 - Operation; Non-Contact Voltage Detector
MA435T ‐ EU ‐ EN V1.2 4/13 5 Operation NOTES : Read and understand all Warning and Caution statements in this operation manual prior to using this meter. Set the function select switch to the OFF position when the meter is not in use. Non-Contact Voltage Detector WARNING: Risk of Electrocuti...
Page 6 - Resistance, Diode, Continuity Measurements
MA435T ‐ EU ‐ EN V1.2 4/13 6 AC/DC Voltage, Frequency, Duty Cycle Measurements CAUTION: Do not measure voltages if a motor on the circuit is being switched ON or OFF. Large voltage surges may occur that can damage the meter. 1. Rotate the function switch to the V position. 2. Press the MODE ...
Page 7 - Capacitance Measurements; Type K Temperature Measurements
MA435T ‐ EU ‐ EN V1.2 4/13 7 Capacitance Measurements WARNING: To avoid electric shock, discharge the capacitor before measuring. 1. Rotate the function switch to the CAP capacitance position. 2. Insert the black test lead banana plug into the negative COM jack. Insert the red test lead bana...
Page 9 - Maintenance; Cleaning and Storage
MA435T ‐ EU ‐ EN V1.2 4/13 9 Maintenance WARNING: To avoid electrical shock, disconnect the meter from any circuit, remove the test leads from the input terminals, and turn OFF the meter before opening the case. Do not operate the meter with an open case. Cleaning and Storage Periodically wi...
Page 10 - Specifications
MA435T ‐ EU ‐ EN V1.2 4/13 10 Specifications Function Range Resolution Accuracy (% of reading + digits) 40.00 A 0.01A AC Current* 50/60Hz TRMS 400.0 A 0.1A ±(2.8% + 8 digits) 40.00 A 0.01A ±(2.5% + 5 digits) DC Current 400.0 A 0.1A ±(2.8% + 5 digits) 400.0mV 0.1mV ±(1.5% + 30 digits) 4.000 V...
Page 11 - Copyright
MA435T ‐ EU ‐ EN V1.2 4/13 11 General Specifications Clamp jaw opening 30mm (1.18") approx. Display 4,000 count LCD Continuity check Threshold <150 ; Test current < 0.5mA Diode test Test current of 0.3mA typical; Open circuit voltage 1.5VDC typical Low Battery indication Batter...