Insulation and Ground Rod Resistance Testing
National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3)
Greenlee certification on megohmmeter and clamp-on ground rod resistance testing applications and hands-on lab work.
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Skills developed through this program
- Measure insulation resistance on conductors
- Test transformer and motor winding insulation
- Measure ground rod resistance with clamp-on tester
- Interpret meter category ratings
- Apply electrical principles to calculate resistance
- Follow electrical safety guidelines and PPE
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Detailed information about this program
NC3 and Greenlee provide knowledge of applications and hands-on experience using a digital megohmmeter and clamp-on ground rod resistance tester. Course contents cover Operations and functions of the 5882A Megohmmeter & CMGRT-100A Clamp-On Ground Resistance Tester, importance and safety ratings for meters and test leads, and common testing procedures. Students measure insulation resistance on conductors, transformers, and motor windings, measure ground rod resistance with a clamp-on style tester, and apply electrical principles and laws to calculate resistance.
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