Industry Insights
7 Reasons In-House Testing Falls Behind Schedule
7 Reasons In-House Testing Falls Behind Schedule Managing electrical testing in-house can appear straightforward; buy a tester, train a team member and complete the testing when it’s due. In practice,...
What Does a 'Simple' Appliance Testing System L...
So, you’re looking for a simple appliance testing system that tests, records results, prints tags and downloads data. But what does simple actually mean? Most recording testers fall into one...
Why More Test Tag Professionals Choose Two Appl...
For test and tag professionals, the appliance tester is the core of the business. It keeps your workflow moving, is the essence of your service provision, and directly supports...
3-Phase Insulation Testing – Leakage or Resista...
When it comes to testing 3-phase electrical equipment, technicians often ask whether insulation testing should be conducted using leakage current or insulation resistance. With 3-phase adaptors ranging from basic $150...
What’s the Point of an Insulation Cloak?
Why insulation cloaks matter for Class II (double-insulated) appliance testing Testing double-insulated (Class II) appliances is one of the most commonly misunderstood parts of test and tag. During a Class...
What Is High Current Earth Bond Testing?
A complete guide to earth bond testing, how it works, and when it's needed You may occasionally see high current earth bond testing mentioned in appliance tester specifications or online...
Why Colour Code Test Tags?
Understanding test tag colours, standards, and best practices There’s always a lot of discussion around test tag colours, and for many technicians, it can be a source of confusion—or even...
What Are Test Tags Made Of?
What Are Test Tags Made Of? Understanding test & tag label materials and why some tags cost more than others Ever wondered what electrical test tags are made of or...
Why Did My Appliance Tester’s Fuse Blow on a 10...
Understanding Inrush Current and Why Fuses Fail During Testing If you’ve ever wondered, “Why did my appliance tester’s 10-amp fuse blow when I was only testing a 10-amp appliance?” you’re...
Why are my printed tags fading?
Understanding Direct Thermal Print Fading and How to Prevent It If your printed labels—whether they’re test and tag labels, barcodes, or general-purpose labels—are fading sooner than expected, a common culprit...
Thermal Transfer vs Direct Thermal Printing for...
Thermal Transfer vs Direct Thermal Printing for Test Tags: Which Is Best for Test & Tag? When carrying out electrical appliance testing, producing clear and durable test tags is essential...
Leakage Testing: Differential vs Touch Leakage ...
When performing appliance testing, many technicians prefer leakage testing over traditional insulation resistance tests because the appliance is tested while fully energised and operating under normal load conditions. Motors run,...
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