Omicron · Circuit breaker testing
Omicron HVX10 for Hire 10 kV High-Voltage Source
$420 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 | $2,940 |
|---|---|
| 14 days | $5,292 |
| 28 days | $8,820 |
| 60 days | $15,876.00 |
- 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 Omicron HVX10 for Hire 10 kV High-Voltage Source
Description
The Omicron HVX10 is a compact 10 kV AC/DC high-voltage source that attaches to the CPX 200 multifunctional test set via Omicron’s Click-Snap-Lock mechanism. It adds capacitance, dissipation factor (tan delta or power factor) and insulation resistance testing to the CPX 200 platform, covering transformer bushings, grading capacitors, instrument transformers and other primary-asset insulation systems. Hire the HVX10 from Megavar as part of a CPX 200 package.
Features
- 10 kV AC and DC voltage source, switchable between AC and DC without rewiring, supporting both tan delta and insulation resistance with a single test setup
- Frequency range 1 to 600 Hz, voltage and frequency sweep procedure detects moisture ingress, ageing and voltage-dependent insulation behaviour
- Four current measurement inputs plus one voltage input, connecting up to four transformer bushings simultaneously without rewiring
- Click-Snap-Lock attachment to CPX 200: fast, secure mechanical and electrical connection in seconds, with equally easy disconnection
- Lightweight 14.8 kg construction: total CPX 200 plus HVX10 system stays under 30 kg, manageable as a backpack or trolley case
- EtherCAT communication with CPX 200, providing fully integrated control, safety interlock, and CPXpert reporting
- Red and green signal lights, EN 50191-compliant safety architecture inherited from the CPX 200 platform
- Innovative lightweight high-voltage cable with optimised connector geometry, reducing test setup and pack-down time
- Designed for transformer bushings, grading capacitors, instrument transformers, and Ratio V high-voltage transformer ratio testing
Common Applications
The HVX10 expands the CPX 200’s capability into insulation diagnostics and high-voltage ratio testing:
- Power transformer bushing testing: capacitance and dissipation factor for condenser bushings (C1, C2, tap), with up to four bushings connected at once for sequential measurement without ladder climbs
- Tan delta and power factor on grading capacitors of high-voltage circuit breakers, which detects early insulation degradation before flashover
- Insulation resistance with Polarisation Index (PI) and Dielectric Absorption Ratio (DAR) on transformer windings, instrument transformers and switchgear
- Voltage transformer Ratio V testing up to 10 kV, delivering higher accuracy than low-voltage ratio testing, particularly valuable on high-precision metering CTs and VTs
- Frequency-domain insulation diagnostics, voltage and frequency sweep across 1 to 600 Hz reveals moisture, ageing, and voltage-dependent behaviour that single-frequency tan delta testing can miss
- Routine condition assessment campaigns where the CPX 200 is already on site, adding high-voltage diagnostics without separate dedicated equipment
Specifications
| Output voltage | Up to 10 kV AC or DC from a single output |
|---|---|
| Output frequency | 1 to 600 Hz and DC |
| Measurement inputs | 4 current inputs, 1 voltage input |
| Test types | Capacitance, dissipation/power factor (tan delta), insulation resistance including PI and DAR, VT ratio up to 10 kV AC |
| Weight | 14.8 kg |
| Host test set | CPX 200 (system component, supplied from the CPX 200 booster output via EtherCAT link) |
| Mounting | Click-Snap-Lock attachment to the CPX 200 |
Manufacturer's published specifications. Your quote confirms the configuration supplied.
What is included with the hire
- Omicron HVX10 system component
- High-voltage output cable (Omicron lightweight design)
- Four current measurement input leads
- One voltage input lead
- EtherCAT cable for CPX 200 connection
- Booster IN supply cable
- Measurement ground connection lead
- Carry case (combinable with the CPX 200 carry case as a backpack)
- Calibration certificate
- User manual
Why hire from Megavar?
Megavar’s commissioning engineers perform tan delta, capacitance, and insulation resistance testing on transformer bushings and instrument transformers as routine work on transmission and distribution projects. We understand which assets need which test sequence, what acceptance criteria apply, and where common pitfalls arise, particularly on aged condenser bushings and instrument transformers in service.
When you hire the HVX10 from Megavar, you receive it pre-configured to attach to a CPX 200 (or with a CPX 200 in the same package), with current calibration and full accessories. The Omicron CP TD1 (paired with the CPC 100) is also available for projects where the CPX 200 platform is not yet specified. Hire from our offices in Hobart, Launceston, Adelaide and Newcastle, with delivery Australia-wide.
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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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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Send your hire dates and delivery location and we will confirm availability and lead time by the end of the next business day.
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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
Omicron HVX10 for Hire 10 kV High-Voltage Source
What is the Omicron HVX10 used for?
The Omicron HVX10 is a compact 10 kV AC/DC high-voltage source that adds capacitance, dissipation factor (tan delta or power factor), and insulation resistance testing to the Omicron CPX 200 multifunctional test set. It is used for diagnostic testing of transformer bushings, grading capacitors on high-voltage circuit breakers, instrument transformer insulation, and for high-voltage ratio testing of voltage transformers up to 10 kV. The HVX10 enables two measurement procedures (tan delta and insulation resistance) in a single test setup.
Can the Omicron HVX10 be used as a standalone test set?
No. The HVX10 is a system component designed exclusively for the Omicron CPX 200. It draws its power supply from the CPX 200 via a dedicated Booster IN cable and communicates with the CPX 200 via EtherCAT, using the CPX 200’s display, controls, safety interlock and software. The HVX10 must be hired or used together with a CPX 200. Megavar offers combined CPX 200 plus HVX10 hire packages.
What test voltage and frequency does the HVX10 deliver?
The HVX10 generates up to 10 kV AC and DC, switchable between AC and DC operation without rewiring. The frequency range is 1 to 600 Hz, which is significantly wider than legacy single-frequency tan delta accessories. This wide frequency range enables a voltage and frequency sweep test procedure that detects moisture ingress, premature ageing and voltage-dependent insulation behaviour that fixed-frequency testing can miss.
Can the Omicron HVX10 test transformer bushings?
Yes. Testing transformer bushings is one of the HVX10’s primary use cases. The HVX10 has four current measurement inputs, which allow up to four bushings to be connected to the test setup simultaneously. Each bushing is then measured sequentially without rewiring, sharply reducing ladder climbs and total test time. The HVX10 measures capacitance and dissipation factor on the main insulation (C1) and tap insulation (C2 or tap-to-ground) of condenser bushings.
What is the difference between the Omicron HVX10 and the Omicron CP TD1?
Both accessories enable tan delta, capacitance, and insulation diagnostics, but they belong to different platforms. The CP TD1 attaches to the Omicron CPC 100 (the previous-generation primary test platform) and is the established choice for tan delta on transformers, bushings and surge arresters paired with the CPC 100. The HVX10 attaches to the new CPX 200 (released October 2025), offers a wider frequency range (1 to 600 Hz), provides four simultaneous current inputs for bushing testing, and integrates with the CPXpert software and CORTEX Grid cloud platform. Both are available for hire from Megavar.
Can the Omicron HVX10 perform insulation resistance and Polarisation Index measurements?
Yes. With its integrated 10 kV DC source, the HVX10 performs insulation resistance testing with both Polarisation Index (PI) and Dielectric Absorption Ratio (DAR) calculations. Unlike traditional megohmmeters, the HVX10 can perform insulation resistance and tan delta in a single test setup; once the asset is connected, the operator can run both measurements in sequence without re-cabling, which is a substantial time saving on multi-bushing transformer or instrument transformer testing.
What does the Omicron HVX10 weigh and how does it attach to the CPX 200?
The HVX10 weighs 14.8 kg. It attaches to the CPX 200 using Omicron’s Click-Snap-Lock quick-release mechanism, which engages the mechanical, electrical, and EtherCAT communications connections in a single action. The two units can be connected for transport and use as a single integrated system, then disconnected just as easily for separate carry. The total CPX 200 plus HVX10 system stays under 30 kg, supporting backpack or trolley-case transport.
Does the HVX10 hire from Megavar include the CPX 200?
The HVX10 is supplied as part of a combined CPX 200 hire package, since it is not a standalone test set. Megavar offers several configurations: CPX 200 base unit only, CPX 200 with High Current Module (1000 A AC/DC), CPX 200 with HVX10 (10 kV AC/DC), or CPX 200 with both High Current Module and HVX10. Specify the configuration required when enquiring on 1300 730 499 or rentals@megavar.com.au, and we will quote the appropriate package.
What standards apply to tan delta testing with the HVX10?
Tan delta and power factor testing of transformer bushings is typically referenced to IEEE C57.19.01 and IEC 60137 acceptance criteria. Tan delta on instrument transformers is referenced to IEC 61869 and the asset owner’s relevant maintenance specification. Insulation resistance testing follows IEEE 43 for rotating machines or asset-specific manufacturer guidance. CPXpert provides automated assessment against industry-standard limits.
Can Megavar provide a tan delta and bushing testing service rather than just the HVX10 hire?
Yes. Megavar provides full diagnostic testing services using the CPX 200 with HVX10, the CPC 100 with CP TD1, the Omicron MPD 600 partial discharge system, and the Omicron Dirana dielectric response analyser, depending on what your asset condition assessment requires. If your project needs a complete diagnostic service rather than equipment hire alone, contact us with your scope and we will quote a turnkey service delivered by experienced commissioning engineers.
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