Investigate Power Characteristics and Analyze the Causes of Problems
POWER QUALITY ANALYZER PQ3198
Description
Hioki portable power meters and analyzers are best in class power measuring instruments for measuring single to three-phase lines with a high degree of precision and accuracy. The new and improved PQ3198 is a power quality analyzer for monitoring and recording power supply anomalies, allowing their causes to be quickly investigated, and also for assessing power supply problems such as voltage drops, flicker, harmonics, and other electrical issues. New features include the ability to drive current sensors straight from the PQA and enhanced recording capabilities.
Key Features
• Verify power problems in accordance with the IEC61000-4-30 Class A standard
• High accuracy and continuous gapless recording (V: ±0.1% of nominal voltage, A: ±0.1% rdg. ±0.1% f.s., W: ±0.2% rdg. ±0.1% f.s.)
• Broadband voltage range lets you measure even high-order harmonic components of up to 80 kHz
• Maximum 6000 V peak transient voltage up to 700 kHz
• Measure up to 6000 A AC
• Two systems of power measurement and efficiency calculation for (ch 1, ch 2, ch 3) and ch 4
• Make simple measurements of inverters with 40 to 70 Hz fundamental frequency and max. 20 kHz carrier frequency
• Easily create reports with bundled PQ ONE application software
• Optional GPS BOX for synchronizing multiple devices
Model No. (Order Code)
| PQ3198 | Main unit, current sensor is sold separately |
|---|---|
| PQ3198-92 | kit includes 600 A sensor × 4 and other options |
| PQ3198-94 | kit includes 600 A sensor × 4 and other options |
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Note: An optional current sensor is necessary to measure current or power parameters. Select from Value Kits for added savings.
Maintain and manage power supplies and analyze problems more easily and reliably than ever before
The critical importance of electrical power in today's society necessitates daily maintenance and management to ensure that problems don't occur. When they do, for example due to an equipment failure or abrupt surge in demand, engineers face the need to analyze the cause quickly. The POWER QUALITY ANALYZER PQ3198 and PQ3100 provide robust support for field personnel who need to analyze power characteristics in the form of measurement capabilities that reliably captures the full range of power anomalies and exceptional ease of use throughout the entire user experience, from connecting the instrument to recording data.
Analyze equipment power problems
Capture the full range of power supply anomalies, including momentary interruptions, voltage drops, and frequency fluctuations, while recording trends to help investigate the causes of unexpected equipment malfunctions and sudden stoppages.
Record quality data for power systems
Record fluctuations in voltage, current, power, harmonics, and flicker when connecting a highly variable system such as a renewable energy source or EV charging station to the grid. Easily analyze the data with the included PQ ONE software.
Measure AC/DC power
Use AC/DC auto-zero current sensors to measure DC current accurately over extended periods of time. Since the sensors are powered by the instrument, there's no need to set up a separate power supply.
Capture power anomalies reliably with simple settings
The PQ3198 and PQ3100 can measure all parameters at once, including power, harmonics, and anomaly waveforms. Transient voltages Voltage swells Voltage dips Interruptions Frequency fluctuations Inrush current Harmonics High-order harmonics Unbalance
Simultaneously record event waveforms and trend graphs
< Event waveform > When an event occurs, the instrument records the instantaneous waveform for 0.2 seconds. Triggers can be set for all event parameters in parallel, and you can check recorded data on the display while measurement is in progress.
Simultaneously record event waveforms and trend graphs
< 30 sec. event fluctuation trend data > When a voltage swell, dip, or inrush current event occurs, the PQ3198/PQ3100 can simultaneously record 1/2 RMS value fluctuations for 30 seconds.
International standard IEC 61000-4-30 Ed. 2 Class A compliant
Hioki's Power Analyzer PQ3198 complies with the IEC 61000-4-30 Ed. 2 Class A standard. As a result, it can perform standard-mandated measurement tasks such as gapless, continuous calculation; detection of events such as swells, dips, and interruptions; and time synchronization using GPS (optional). Class A Part of the IEC 61000-4-30 international standard, Class A defines power quality parameters, accuracy, and standard compliance to facilitate the comparison and discussion of measurement results from different instruments.
High-voltage, wideband performance
Hioki's Power Analyzer PQ3198 can measure transient voltages of up to 6000 V lasting as little as 0.5 μs (2 MS/s). It can also measure high-order harmonic components from 2 kHz to 80 kHz. As inverters enter into widespread use, malfunctions and failures in that frequency band are becoming more common.
Two-circuit measurement
Since the Hioki Power Analyzer PQ3198's fourth voltage channel is isolated from its first three voltage channels, the instrument can measure power and efficiency across two separate circuits. Applications • Simultaneous measurement/monitoring of the primary (AC) and secondary (DC) sides of an EV rapid charger • Simultaneous measurement/monitoring of the primary (DC) and secondary (AC) sides of a solar power system • Simultaneous measurement of the primary (DC) and secondary (AC) sides of a DC/AC (3-phase) inverter • Simultaneous measurement of the primary and secondary sides of a UPS • Simultaneous measurement of power supply (AC) and control (DC) circuits • Simultaneous measurement of a 3-phase line and a ground line • Simultaneous measurement of a neutral line to detect ground
Verify the quality of power supplied by an EV rapid charger
Since the PQ3198's fourth voltage channel is isolated from its first three voltage channels, the instrument can measure power and efficiency across two separate circuits. For example, you can verify the quality of the input (AC) and output (DC) of an EV rapid charger while simultaneously measuring power and efficiency between input and output.
Simple inverter measurement
The PQ3198 can measure the secondary side of inverters with a fundamental frequency of 40 to 70 Hz and a carrier frequency of up to 20 kHz. It can also measure the efficiency of DC/3-phase inverters. *For more precise inverter measurement, HIOKI recommends the POWER ANALYZER PW6001 or PW3390.
No need for an external power supply
Since sensor power is supplied by the instrument, there's no need for an AC adapter when using AC/DC sensors or flexible sensors.
400 Hz line measurement
In addition to 50/60 Hz, the PQ3198 can measure a line frequency of 400 Hz.
Wide array of ranges to accommodate all applications
Use HIOKI sensors in an array of applications to measure equipment ranging from the secondary side of CTs to high-current wiring. The CT7136 offers three ranges (50 A/500 A), as do HIOKI's flexible sensors (50 A/500 A/5000 A). Since the effective measurement range extends to 120% of the nominal range, flexible sensors can be used to measure currents of up to 6000 A.
Easy-to-understand display of parameters
Since you can switch the display to show all measurement parameters while measurement is underway, it's easy to check conditions. *Screenshot shows the PQ3100 display.
Automatic sensor detection to avoid erroneous measurement
Simply connect current sensors, touch "Sensor" on the screen, and the instrument will automatically detect sensor types and maximum current ranges.
Simple setup functionality for simplified configuration of recording parameters
Simply choose the preset that suits your application, and the instrument will automatically configure the recording parameters.
GPS time synchronization
The GPS OPTION PW9005 can be used to correct the instrument's internal time to UTC standard time. This capability eliminates any time difference between instruments to allow analysis that preserves the simultaneity of phenomena measured with multiple instruments.
Analyze data and generate reports with HIOKI’s PQ ONE power quality analysis software
Group data from different measurement locations, times, and dates into folders and view them together. < Quick Report function > Group together trend graphs for multiple data sets and output them as a report. This feature is useful when you wish to compare dates from a repeat recording run or data from multiple locations. < Display a list of analytical data > Display detailed measurement data, including event statistics, an event list, and event graphs. Simply choose the parameters you need to output to the report.
Event list < PQ ONE >
Display statistics about events by date or time of day. This feature makes it easy to discover power supply anomalies that occur at particular times of day or on particular days of the week.
Event statistics < PQ ONE >
Display statistics about events by date or time. This feature makes it easy to discover anomalies that occur at particular times of day or on particular days of the week. In addition, you can perform ITIC (CBEMA) curve analyses (using tolerance curves), which are used by power quality management standards in the U.S.
EN 50160 judgment function < PQ ONE >
Evaluate whether data complies with the EN 50160 standard by analyzing it and generating a judgment based on voltage fluctuations during the trend interval. You can also customize the judgment criteria and parameters.
PC Application Program < GENNECT Cross for Windows >
*Future update of the PQ3198 scheduled in order to provide compatibility. Simultaneously monitor all data in real-time Connect measuring instruments to PC with LAN cable* Software automatically recognizes LAN-connected measuring instrument Display acquired data as graphs in real-time Manage and save results with software List MAX, MIN and AVG values (Display time of MAX & MIN data) *Operation guaranteed for up to 15 units. Please contact your nearest Hioki distributor for connections exceeding 15.
Basic specifications (Accuracy guaranteed for 1 year, Post-adjustment accuracy guaranteed for 1 year)
| Measurement line type | Single-phase 2-wire, Single-phase 3-wire, Three-phase 3-wire or Three-phase 4-wire plus one extra input channel for voltage, current, power measurement (AC or DC measurement) |
|---|---|
| Voltage ranges | Voltage measurement: 600.00 V rms Transient measurement 6.0000 kV peak |
| Current ranges | 500.00 mA to 5.0000 kA AC (depends on current sensor in use) |
| Power ranges | 300.00 W to 3.0000 MW (determined automatically based on voltage and current range in use) |
| Basic accuracy | Voltage: ±0.1% of nominal voltage Current: ±0.1 % rdg. ±0.1 % f.s. + current sensor accuracy Active power: ±0.2 % rdg. ±0.1 % f.s. + current sensor accuracy |
| Measurement items | 1. Transient voltage : 2 MHz sampling 2. Frequency cycle : Calculated as one cycle, 40 to 70 Hz 3. Voltage (1/2) RMS: one cycle calculation refreshed every half cycle Current (1/2) RMS: half-cycle calculation 4. Voltage swell, Voltage dips, Voltage interruption 5. Inrush current 6. Voltage waveform comparison 7. Instantaneous flicker value: As per IEC61000-4-15 8. 200 ms frequency: Calculated as 10 or 12 cycles,40 to 70 Hz 9. 10 sec frequency: Calculated as the whole-cycle time during the specified 10 s period, 40 to 70 Hz 10. Voltage waveform peak, Current waveform peak 11. Voltage, Current, Active power, Apparent power, Reactive power, Active energy, Reactive energy, Power factor, Displacement power factor, Voltage unbalance factor, Current unbalance factor, and efficiency 12. High-order harmonic component (voltage/ current): 2 kHz to 80 kHz 13. Harmonic/ Harmonic phase angle (voltage/ current), Harmonic power: 0th to 50 th orders 14. Harmonic voltage-current phase angle: 1th to 50 th orders 15. Total harmonic distortion factor (voltage/ current) 16. Inter harmonic (voltage/ current): 0.5 th to 49.5 th order 17. K Factor (multiplication factor) 18. IEC Flicker, Δ V10 Flicker |
| Record | Repeated ON: 1 year, Maximum recording event: 9999 × 366 days (up to 9999 events per day) Repeated off: 35 days, maximum recording event: 9999 events |
| Interfaces | SD/SDHC memory card, LAN (HTTP server function / FTP function), USB2.0 (for communication) |
| Display | 6.5-inch TFT color LCD (640 × 480 dots) |
| Power supply | AC adapter Z1002 (100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, rated current 1.7 A), Battery Pack Z1003 (Continuous use: 180 minutes, Charging time: Max. 5 hr 30 m with AC adapter) |
| Dimensions and mass | 300 mm (11.81 in)W × 211 mm (8.31 in)H × 68 mm (2.68 in)D, 2.6 kg (91.7 oz) (including Battery Pack Z1003) |
| Accessories | Instruction manual ×1, Measurement guide ×1, Voltage Cord L1000 ×1 set (Red/ Yellow/ Blue/ Gray each 1, Black 4, 3m (9.84ft) length, Alligator clip ×8), Color clip, AC Adapter Z1002 ×1, Strap ×1, USB cable (1 m 3.28 ft length) ×1, Battery pack Z1003 ×1, SD Memory Card 2GB Z4001 ×1, Application software (PQ ONE) ×1 |
Catalogs
Catalog: POWER QUALITY ANALYZER PQ3198, PQ3100 
Manuals
POWER QUALITY ANALYZER PQ3198 [594KB]
Measurement Guide
Declaration of Conformity
POWER QUALITY ANALYZER PQ3198 [246KB]
Options
AC/DC current input
EXTENSION CABLE L0220-02
5 m (16.41 ft) length
EXTENSION CABLE L0220-01
2 m (6.56 ft) length
EXTENSION CABLE L0220-03
10 m (32.81 ft) length
AC/DC AUTO-ZERO CURRENT SENSOR CT7742
・ DC to 5 kHz (-3dB) ・ Rated 2000 A AC/DC ・φ 55 mm (2.17 in) core dia.
AC/DC AUTO-ZERO CURRENT SENSOR CT7736
・ DC to 5 kHz (-3dB) ・ Rated 600 A AC/DC ・φ 33 mm (1.30 in) core dia
AC/DC AUTO-ZERO CURRENT SENSOR CT7731
・ DC to 5 kHz (-3dB) ・ Rated 100 A AC/DC ・ φ 33 mm (1.30 in) core dia.
Cases
Waterproof Box
For outdoor installation; IP65 compliant, Contact Hioki for a quotation.
CARRYING CASE C1001
Soft type, Includes compartment for options
CARRYING CASE C1002
For the PW3198, hard trunk type, for storing options
CARRYING CASE C1009
Bag type, Includes compartment for options
Current input
For power or load current measurement (1 sensor necessary for single-phase measurements, and 2 or 3 sensors required for 3-phase measurements)
AC CURRENT SENSOR CT7136
600 A AC, φ46 mm (1.81 in), 2.5 m (8.20 ft) cord length
AC CURRENT SENSOR CT7131
100 A AC, φ15 mm (0.59 in), 2.5 m (8.20 ft) cord length
AC FLEXIBLE CURRENT SENSOR CT7040 series
• 10 Hz to 50 kHz (±3dB) • 600A or 6000A AC rated • φ 254 mm (10.00 in) loop dia. to φ 100 mm (3.94 in)
AC CURRENT SENSOR CT7126
60 A AC, φ15 mm (0.59 in), 2.5 m (8.20 ft) cord length
Current Input 2000A AC/DC
* The CT9920 is necessary for connecting the current sensor with HIOKI PL14 to the PW3390
AC/DC AUTO-ZERO CURRENT SENSOR CT7742
・ DC to 5 kHz (-3dB) ・ Rated 2000 A AC/DC ・φ 55 mm (2.17 in) core dia.
Current Input 6000A
* The CT9920 is necessary for connecting the current sensor with HIOKI PL14 to the PW3390
AC FLEXIBLE CURRENT SENSOR CT7040 series
• 10 Hz to 50 kHz (±3dB) • 600A or 6000A AC rated • φ 254 mm (10.00 in) loop dia. to φ 100 mm (3.94 in), 3 loop diameters
Extension cable
EXTENSION CABLE L0220-02
5 m (16.41 ft) length
EXTENSION CABLE L0220-01
2 m (6.56 ft) length
EXTENSION CABLE L0220-03
10 m (32.81 ft) length
Hands-free options
When using with PQ3100 / PQ3198, suspend the main body on the metal surface using two Z5020 powerful type.Z5004 hang the cords on the metal surface.
MAGNETIC STRAP Z5020
Extra strength
MAGNETIC STRAP Z5004
Interface Cables
LAN CABLE 9642
Straight Ethernet cable, supplied with straight to cross conversion adapter, 5 m (16.41 ft) length
Leak current input
*For leak current measurement (not capable of power measurement)
AC LEAKAGE CURRENT SENSOR CT7116
6 A AC, φ40 mm (1.57 in), 2.5 m (8.20 ft) cord length
Options
MAGNETIC ADAPTER 9804-02
Attaches to the tip of cord, black ×1, φ11 mm (0.43 in)
Options for Differential Probes
Can also be used with accessories such as L4936/L4937/L4931 as available for other testers.
GRABBER CLIP 9243
Attaches to the tip of the banana plug cable, Red/ Black: 1 each, 196 mm (7.72 in) length, CAT III 1000 V
Other options
*C0203 is bundled.
CONVERSION CABLE L9910
Used to connect the current sensors with BNC terminal to PL14 terminal (example the PQ3100)
PC communication
*The 9151-02 is only for the RM3545-01
RS-232C CABLE 9637
For the PC, 9 pin - 9 pin, cross, 1.8 m (5.91 ft) length
Power supply
*AC adapter is bundled with the LR8410-20, LR8510/8511, LR8450, LR8450-01
BATTERY PACK Z1003
NiMH, Charges while installed in the main unit
AC ADAPTER Z1002
For main unit, 100 to 240 V AC
PQ3198 synchronization
For PQ3198 only
GPS BOX PW9005
To synchronize the PW3198 clock to UTC
Storage media
Precaution on purchasing memory device
Use only the memory device sold by HIOKI. Compatibility and performance are not guaranteed for memory device made by other manufacturers. You may be unable to read from or save data to such devices.
SD MEMORY CARD Z4003
8 GB capacity
SD MEMORY CARD 2GB Z4001
2 GB capacity
Voltage Input
*The L1000 is bundled with PQ3198 *Please inquire about voltage cord extension
PATCH CORD L1021-01
Banana branch-banana, Red: 1, Cable length: 0.5 m, For branching from the L9438s or L1000s, CAT IV 600 V, CAT III 1000 V
PATCH CORD L1021-02
Banana branch-banana, Black: 1, Cable length: 0.5 m, For branching from the L9438s or L1000s, CAT IV 600 V, CAT III 1000 V
MAGNETIC ADAPTER 9804-01
Attaches to the tip of cord, red ×1, φ11 mm (0.43 in)
GRABBER CLIP 9243
Attaches to the tip of the banana plug cable, Red/ Black: 1 each, 196 mm (7.72 in) length, CAT III 1000 V
WIRING ADAPTER PW9001
For three-phase 4-wire
WIRING ADAPTER PW9000
For three-phase 3-wire
VOLTAGE CORD L1000
1000 V specifications, Red/ Yellow/ Blue/ Gray each 1, Black 4, Alligator clip ×8, 3m (9.84ft) length
MAGNETIC ADAPTER 9804-02
Attaches to the tip of cord, black ×1, φ11 mm (0.43 in)
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