Clamp Meters
GAO’s electrical clamp meters are a type of electrical test instrument used to measure electrical current without the need to disconnect the circuit or make physical contact with the conductors. Our clamp meters work by using a magnetic clamp that can be opened and closed around the conductor, which induces a magnetic field in the clamp. This field is then converted into a measurable electrical signal, which is used to determine the current flowing through the conductor. They are particularly useful in situations where the current cannot be easily measured using other types of test instruments, such as when the circuit is live or the conductors are difficult to access.
GAO’s electrical clamp meters are composed of clamp, current transformer, measurement circuitry, display, function selection and range switches, power source, and input jacks.
The alternative names of a clamp meter include current clamp, amp clamp, ammeter clamp, current probe, tong tester, current sensor, AC/DC clamp meter, current meter, clamp-on ammeter, current tong, clamp-on current meter, clamp-on meter, jaw clamp meter, clamp-on amp meter, AC/DC current clamp meter, ampere clamp meter, non-contact ammeter, hall effect clamp meter and magnetic current meter.
GAOTek H/L Voltage Clamp Current Meter with Data Storage
GAOTek H/L Voltage Clamp Meter and Detector
GAOTek H/L Voltage Clamp Meter with Data Memory
GAOTek Three-Channel Leakage Current Tester
GAOTek Portable H/L Voltage Clamp Current Leaker
GAOTek Ultrasonic Flow Meter with High Accuracy (Wide Pipe Size)
Oscilloscope with Scope Meter (Data Storage)
GAOTek AC/DC Clamp Meter with On-Line Monitoring
GAOTek AC and DC Clamp Meter with Integral Test
GAOTek AC/DC Clamp Meter with Non-Contact Measurement
GAOTek Light-Weight DC Clamp Meter with High Accuracy
GAOTek High Accuracy AC Clamp Meter with Wide Measuring Range
GAO Tek’s electrical clamp meters have the following functions:Current Measurement: The primary function of our clamp meter is to measure electrical current. It can measure both AC and DC current by clamping around a conductor and using the built-in current transformer to sense the magnetic field generated by the current.
Voltage Measurement: GAO Tek’s clamp meters also provide voltage measurement capabilities. They can measure AC and DC voltages by using test leads or probes connected to the meter's input jacks. This allows users to measure voltage in circuits and electrical systems.
Resistance Measurement: Some of our electrical clamp meters have the ability to measure resistance, which is useful for checking the continuity of wires and components or for troubleshooting electrical connections.
Data Logging: Our electrical clamp meters come equipped with data logging capabilities. They can store measurements over time, allowing users to analyze trends and diagnose intermittent issues.
True RMS Measurement: True RMS (Root Mean Square) measurement capability is a valuable feature in GAO’s electrical clamp meters. It accurately measures the effective value of complex waveforms, including non-sinusoidal signals, which is crucial for obtaining accurate readings in various electrical systems.
GAO Tek’s electrical clamp meters are rugged, versatile, and precision measurement instruments. They comply with applicable industry standards such as ISO 17025: ISO/IEC 17025, CSA C22.2 No. 61010-1, UL 61010-1, and ICE 61010-1.
Our electrical clamp meters help our customers comply with relevant U.S. government regulations such as:
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Regulations
National Electrical Code (NEC)
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Regulations
National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
Our electrical clamp meters help our clients in complying with relevant Canadian government regulations such as:
Canadian Electrical Code (CEC)
Measurement Canada
Canadian Standards Association (CSA)
Our electrical clamp meters have the following applications:
Electrical Maintenance and Troubleshooting: GAO’s electrical clamp meters are frequently used by electricians and maintenance technicians for diagnosing and troubleshooting electrical systems.
Energy Audits and Power Consumption Analysis: Our clamp meters are used in energy audits to measure current in electrical circuits, helping to assess power consumption and identify energy-saving opportunities.
Industrial Control Systems: GAO Tek’s clamp meters are used in industrial control systems to monitor electrical currents in motor control centers, switchgear, and distribution panels. They help ensure that machinery and equipment are operating within design parameters, detect imbalances, and diagnose abnormal current draw that may indicate a malfunction or inefficiency.
Automotive and Vehicle Electrical Systems: In automotive and vehicle maintenance, our clamp meters are used to measure current in various electrical systems such as batteries, alternators, and starter motors. They assist in diagnosing charging system issues, identifying parasitic battery drains, and assessing the health of electrical components.
Renewable Energy Systems: Our clamp meters find application in renewable energy systems, including solar photovoltaic (PV) and wind power installations. They are used to measure current in inverters, charge controllers, and battery systems, aiding in system performance evaluation and troubleshooting.
Research and Development: GAO’s clamp meters are utilized in research and development environments to measure current in prototype circuits, conduct experiments, and validate electrical designs.
Our electrical clamp meters can be shipped overnight within the continental U.S. and Canada, and can be shipped globally.