Associated Research, Inc. announces the addition of an RS-232 interface to their Hypot® III series of production line Hipot testers. The Hypot III series provides three separate models: the 3705 is an AC Hipot Tester, the 3765 is an AC/DC Hipot Tester, and the 3770 is an AC/DC/IR Tester.

The addition of an RS-232 interface will allow users to directly connect the Hypot III tester to a PC. This provides users with the benefit of being able to setup the instrument remotely through the PC which allows for quick and accurate configuration of all test parameters. In addition to this in compliance with many safety agency requirements it becomes a very simple process to download all test results directly to a PC for record keeping of electrical safety tests.

Hypot III already enjoys a reputation in the industry for its reliability and its ease of use. The addition of an RS-232 interface to this line of testers now offers customers instruments with the latest technology and safety features together with all the benefits of entry-level automation.

Other features of Hypot III include:

• Graphic LCD Display with simplified interface
• Patented SmartGFI® safety feature
• Patented VERI-CHEK® and CAL-ALERT® features
• 10 Memories with 3 steps per memory
• Remote Interlock Safety Feature

Hypot III also carries the UL and TÜV-GS safety agency listing marks and is CE marked. Hypot III comes with the industries only 5-year warranty. All that is required to extend the warranty for 5 years is to return the instrument each year for annual calibration and inspection. These new models offer automation at a very cost-effective price. The 3705 is priced at $1,495, the 3765 is priced at $1,995, and the 3770 is priced at $2,295.

For more information visit them online at www.asresearch.com