FLIR CM78-PV Solar Clamp Meter

BUILT FOR FIELD INSPECTIONS Know what your solar system is doing. Test solar PV and industrial electrical circuits with a clamp meter rated CAT III 1500 V and CAT IV 600 V. The FLIR CM78-PV combines up to 1500 V DC measurement, up to 1000 A AC/DC clamp measurements, True RMS, VFD and LoZ modes, and wireless METERLiNK reporting. Built for solar electrical work Measure up to 1500 V DC with the appropriate rated leads and up to 1000 A AC/DC through the clamp jaw. Troubleshoot electrical circuits Use True RMS, VFD mode, Inrush AC current and low-impedance voltage measurement to support electrical fault finding. Capture and share results Use datalogging and Bluetooth METERLiNK connectivity to record readings. The built-in IR thermometer supports non-contact spot-temperature checks. Where it fits Suitable for qualified technicians inspecting PV circuits, industrial electrical equipment and systems requiring AC/DC current and voltage measurements. Technical specifications FLIR CM78-PV specifications Display Counts 6000 AC/DC Amps 1000 A / Accuracy ±2.0% Connectivity Bluetooth BLE Safety Category IEC 61010-1 CAT IV-600 V, CAT III-1500 V AC Voltage 1000 V / Accuracy ±1.0% AC/DC LoZ V AC: 1000 V / Accuracy ±1.5% DC: 1500 V / Accuracy ±1.5% Capacitance 6000 μF / Accuracy ±3.0% Category Rating CAT IV-600 V, CAT III-1500 V Continuity check threshold < 50 Ω beeper on, >150 Ω beeper off DC Voltage 1500 V / Accuracy ±1.0% Diode Test 3.0 V / ±1.5% Flex Input AC A Range 3000 A / Accuracy ±3.0% (external flex accessory required; not included) Frequency Counter 60 kHz / ±1.0% Inrush AC Current Range 1000 A / Accuracy ±3.0% Measuring Rate 3 samples per second PV DC Voltage Range 1500 V / Accuracy ±2.0% True RMS Yes VFD AC Current Range 1000 A / Accuracy ±5.0% VFD AC Voltage 1000 V AC / ±2.0% at 45 Hz to 65 Hz Bluetooth range max 10 m (32 ft) Data Storage Configurable interval: 1 second Memory Readings per memory set: 999 set per file Auto Power Off After approximately 25 minutes of inactivity Battery 6 × AAA Alkaline batteries Battery Life Approx. 50 hours, with alkaline batteries Size (L x W x H) 257 mm × 110 mm × 50 mm (10.2 in × 4.3 in × 2 in) Weight 630 g (1.39 lbs) Worklights 2 × White LED Certifications ETL, CE, FCC, FDA, RCM EMC EN61326-1, EN61326-2-2, EN300328 Operating Ambient Temperature and Relative Humidity (RH) −10°C to 30°C (14°F to 86°F), < 85% RH 30°C to 40°C (86°F to 104°F), < 75% RH 40°C to 50°C (104°F to 122°F), < 45% RH Storage temperature and relative humidity [RH] −20°C to 60°C (−4°F to 140°F), 0 to 80% RH (without batteries) Temperature Coefficient 0.2 × (specified accuracy) / °C, < 18°C (64.4°F), >28°C (82.4°F) Resistance range Up to 60.00 MΩ; range-dependent accuracy is specified in the user manual. Refer to the manufacturer user manual for full range-dependent accuracies, measurement conditions and safety instructions. In the box CM78-PV Carrying pouch (TA91) CAT III-1500 V double-molded test leads (TA90) CAT III-1500 V MC4 PV plugs (TA89) 6 × AAA (LR03) batteries User Manual Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty. Manufacturer terms and exclusions apply. Read FLIR warranty terms. Choose and use it correctly Use only within the applicable measurement-category and voltage ratings, with correctly rated leads and accessories. The 3000 A flex range requires an external flex-clamp accessory, which is not included. The built-in IR thermometer is a spot-temperature instrument, not a thermal imaging camera. Documents and downloads FLIR CM78-PV Datasheet (PDF) FLIR CM78-PV User Manual (PDF) FLIR CM78-PV Quick Start Guide (PDF) See the instruments at work ▶ Watch video Common questions What are the CM78-PV safety ratings?The meter is rated CAT III 1500 V and CAT IV 600 V. Select leads, connections and measurement methods appropriate to the circuit and follow the user manual. Is a 3000 A flex clamp included?No. The meter supports a 3000 A flex-input range with an external accessory; the supplied box does not include a flex clamp. Does the CM78-PV produce thermal images?No. It has a built-in infrared spot thermometer, not a thermal imaging camera.