Megger Quiz

What is the purpose of a Megger meter?

• Measure voltage in circuits

• Measure low values of resistance

• Measure high electrical and insulation resistance

• Measure current flow in circuits

What is another name for a Megger meter?

• Ohmmeter

• Voltmeter

• Ammeter

• Megohmmeter

What is the operational voltage range of a Megger?

• 50 to 100 V

• 10 to 20 V

• 200 to 300 V

• 500 to 600 V

What is the minimum insulation resistance value for a Megger?

• 50 megaohm

• 100 megaohm

• 5 megaohm

• 1 megaohm for every 1,000 volts of operational voltage

What is the construction of a Megger meter?

• Combination of a series-type ohmmeter and a DC generator

• Combination of a voltmeter and an ammeter

• Combination of a multimeter and a battery

• Combination of a transformer and a resistor

What is the principle on which a Megger works?

• Electrostatic repulsion

• Gravitational force

• Nuclear fusion

• Electromagnetic attraction

What is the main advantage of using a Megger?

• Simple operation

• High accuracy

• Requires external power source

• High cost

What is the main disadvantage of using a Megger?

• High accuracy

• Low cost

• Low sensitivity

• Time required for measurement

What is the type of power supply to a Megger?

• Battery

• Wind power

• Permanent magnet D.C. generator

• Solar power

What is the purpose of an insulation resistance test with a Megger?

• Measure the resistance of components

• Measure the voltage in circuits

• Measure the current flow in circuits

• Measure the insulation of wires