Megger · Circuit breaker testing
Megger MIT515/2 5kV Insulation Resistance Tester
$120 per day ex GST, 1 to 7 days
Per day, AUD ex GST. The rate for your total hire length applies to every day, and the total never drops at a band change. Minimum hire one day. Australia-only hire; freight and handling quoted separately. Hiring for more than 90 days? Call for a long-term rate: 1300 730 499
Work out your hire
Pick your first and last day to see the hire charge.
| 7 days | $840 |
|---|---|
| 14 days | $1,512 |
| 28 days | $2,520 |
| 60 days | $4,536 |
- Delivery or collection
- Freight Australia-wide, quoted with availability, or collect from Hobart, Launceston, Adelaide or Newcastle. Urgent? Call 1300 730 499 rather than send the form.
- Datasheet
- Manufacturer's datasheet (PDF). Calibration certificate supplied with the instrument.
Overview
About the Megger MIT515/2 5kV Insulation Resistance Tester
Description
The Megger MIT515/2 is a 5 kV insulation resistance tester from Megger's 2024 Essential range, used for insulation testing of cables, motors, generators, switchgear and transformers in the medium-voltage range. It tests at 250 V, 500 V, 1 kV, 2.5 kV and 5 kV, or at a user-set voltage from 40 V to 1 kV in 10 V steps, and measures insulation resistance up to 15 TΩ, with PI, DAR and PI predictor diagnostics.
Features
- Test voltages 250 V, 500 V, 1 kV, 2.5 kV and 5 kV, plus user-set 40 V to 1 kV in 10 V steps
- Insulation resistance measurement up to 15 TΩ
- IR, timed IR, PI, DAR and PI predictor test modes
- 3 mA short circuit current and 3 mA noise rejection
- Rechargeable Li-ion battery and AC mains operation
- Backlit display with digital and analogue readout
- Timer up to 99 minutes 59 seconds
- CAT IV 600 V safety rated to 3000 m
- IP65-rated dual-case housing (lid closed)
- Supplied with a 3 m HV lead set with medium insulated clips and a power lead
Specifications
| Test voltage | 250 V, 500 V, 1 kV, 2.5 kV, 5 kV; user-set 40 V to 1 kV in 10 V steps |
|---|---|
| Resistance range | 10 kΩ to 15 TΩ at 5 kV |
| Accuracy (23 °C) | ±5% to 1 TΩ, ±20% to 10 TΩ at 5 kV |
| Test modes | IR, IR(t), PI, DAR, PI predictor |
| Short circuit current | 3 mA |
| Noise rejection | 3 mA from 450 V to 5 kV |
| Voltmeter | 30 V to 660 V AC or DC |
| Capacitance | 10 nF to 25 µF |
| Timer | Up to 99 min 59 s (15 s minimum) |
| Power supply | 90 to 264 V AC, 47 to 63 Hz, or 10.8 V Li-ion battery (typically 6 h at 5 kV, 100 MΩ load) |
| Data storage | None: results are read from the display |
| Safety and ingress | CAT IV 600 V to 3000 m, IP65 (lid closed) |
| Weight and dimensions | 4.5 kg, 315 x 285 x 181 mm |
Manufacturer's published specifications. Your quote confirms the configuration supplied.
What’s in the case
- MIT515/2 5 kV tester (dual case with lid)
- 3 m HV lead set with medium insulated clips
- Power lead
- Quick-start guide (inside the lid)
Calibration
All Megavar test equipment is maintained under a documented calibration programme. Instruments are calibrated either by external calibration laboratories or in-house against reference standards that are themselves laboratory-calibrated, with measurement traceable to Australian national measurement standards held by the National Measurement Institute. A current calibration certificate is available on request. If your project requires a specific calibration interval, test standard, or documentation for a client submission, tell us at enquiry on 1300 730 499 and we will confirm what applies before you commit.
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Why hire from Megavar
A Tailored Hire Experience That Works for You
At Megavar, our dedicated test equipment hire division provides high-quality electrical testing instruments for both short and long-term use. Our team makes sure you receive the right tools, ready to go, every time. From fast dispatch to door-to-door freight, our hiring process is streamlined to get you up and running quickly and confidently.
- Rapid delivery and collectionDoor-to-door freight for minimal downtime
- Fast, simple bookingsPlace an order and we’ll handle the rest
- Fault supportIf a set plays up, call us and we will arrange a fix or a replacement.
Our 3-step easy process
Hiring Made Easy in 3 Simple Steps
Step 1: Request a Quote
Submit your rental request online, and our team will respond promptly with availability and pricing.
Step 2: Organise Your Rental
Once confirmed, we’ll quickly process your booking and dispatch the equipment. Delivery and collection can be arranged to suit your schedule.
Step 3: Use with Confidence
Supplied with the manufacturer’s manuals. If a set plays up, call us and we will arrange a fix or a replacement.
How the hire works
Hire terms in brief
After you enquire
We confirm availability, rates and freight in a written quote, valid for the period it states (usually 14 days). An enquiry or quote does not reserve equipment: the hire is booked when your purchase order, signed quote or email acceptance reaches us.
Hire period
Our carrier: up to 72 hours of transit each way is not charged as hire. Hire starts at delivery or 72 hours after dispatch, whichever is earlier, and ends at handover to our carrier or 72 hours before the equipment arrives back, whichever is later. Delay caused by us or our carrier is not charged. For example, dispatched Monday 10am and delivered Wednesday 2pm: hire starts Wednesday 2pm. Routes that normally take longer than 72 hours are marked on the quote. Your own freight: hire runs from handover to your carrier at our office until the equipment arrives back at our office. Collect in person: from collection to return.
Extensions and early return
Contact us before the return deadline to extend; your quoted rates stay fixed and extended hire is invoiced every 7 days. Return early and you pay only for the days used, at the rate band for the days actually hired.
Delivery and returns
Freight for each leg, the handling fee and any express dispatch are on the quote, before you accept. Returns go to the dispatching office named on the quote, by carrier or in person, never by post.
Counter times
Returned to our counter before 9am on a business day counts as the previous day. Collected after 4pm on a business day, hire starts the next day. Weekends and public holidays count as hire days.
Calibration and checks
Supplied in working order with listed accessories, leads and manuals. Each measuring instrument is calibrated, and its current NATA-traceable calibration certificate is available on request. If calibration falls due during your hire, we tell you before dispatch.
Cancelling or moving a booking
Cancel 5 or more business days before dispatch or collection and nothing is charged. With 2 to 4 business days’ notice, the charge is the greater of one day’s hire and 5% of the booked hire; with less notice, the greater of one day’s hire and 10%. You can ask once to move the start by up to 30 days, with at least 2 business days’ notice.
Loss, damage and insurance
The equipment is your responsibility, other than fair wear and tear, from the start of hire until it is back with us, including in transit, up to the replacement value cap shown on the quote for each item. No damage waiver is offered. We recommend you insure the equipment for its replacement value.
Payment and bond
Account customers pay each invoice within 14 days. Without a credit account, or paying by card, you pay the booked hire, freight, handling fee and any bond before dispatch. A bond applies only where the quote states one, and is refunded after return and inspection, less anything owed.
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When and where do you need it?
Send your hire dates and delivery location and we will confirm availability and lead time by the end of the next business day.
Or call us directly on 1300 730 499
Need help with your rental?
1300 730 499 We’re available Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Urgent hire: call rather than send the form. rentals@megavar.com.auQuestions about this hire?
Call 1300 730 499 for availability, rates and booking. If a set plays up during the hire, call us and we will arrange a fix or a replacement. Counter collection and returns 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Megger MIT515/2 5kV Insulation Resistance Tester
What does the MIT 5kV measure?
It measures insulation resistance at high voltages, identifying issues like moisture, insulation breakdown, or contamination in electrical systems.
What applications is it suited for?
It’s ideal for testing motors, generators, switchgear, transformers, and cables in the 3.3 kV to 11 kV range, commonly used in industrial and utility environments.
How high can it measure insulation resistance?
The unit can measure resistance up to 15 teraohms (TΩ), providing high accuracy across a wide range of conditions.
What diagnostic tests are included?
It supports insulation resistance and timed insulation resistance tests, plus Polarisation Index (PI), Dielectric Absorption Ratio (DAR) and the PI predictor to assess insulation ageing and moisture content.
Can I save and export data?
No. The MIT515/2 shows results on its display but does not store or download them, so record readings on your test sheet as you go.
Is the unit portable?
Yes. It’s compact, battery-operated, and comes in a rugged case, making it ideal for field and site use.
What’s included with the rental?
Your rental includes the MIT515/2 5 kV tester, a 3 m HV lead set with medium insulated clips, the power lead and the quick-start guide inside the lid.
What support comes with the hire?
Each instrument is supplied with the manufacturer’s manuals. If a set plays up, call us and we will arrange a fix or a replacement.
What is the minimum rental period?
The minimum hire is one day. The daily rate steps down for hires of 8 days or more, and longer project hires can be quoted on 1300 730 499.
Do you deliver across Australia?
Yes. We offer national delivery and pickup or you may organise your own freight if preferred.
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