STX40-P

High-end portable standalone

cable fault location unit

■ Field-ready design, IP 43
■ Software-based user interface with single
“turn & click” rotary knob control
■ Fully automatic operation of all modes
via motorised switching
■ Physically and functionally integrated
Radar/TDR (Teleflex® RDR)
■ Prelocation methods: ARM, ICE and DECAY
■ Best Picture Multishot technology:
32 HV fault traces per ARM shot and
instant display of the best trace
■ DC test and burning up to 40 kV,
surging (thumping) up to 32 kV,
delivers 2,000 J
■ Safety interlocks for monitoring of
station earth and touch potentials (F-U),
as well as earth connections (F-Ohm)

DESCRIPTION Extensive selection of fault finding technologies:

In addition to Radar, STX 40 comes with a comprehensive set
With its single rotatory knob or touch screen control, and
of HV prelocation methods to find the distance to the fault.
fully automated motorised HV switches the STX 40 is the
most convenient and most powerful portable fault location ■ Inductive ARM Best Picture Multishot: The Arc Reflec-
unit in the market. It is ideally suited for all essential fault tion Method overlays and compares a low voltage refer-
locating tasks, namely analysing, prelocating and pin­pointing ence trace with 32 high voltage fault traces [Multishot].
of faults on low voltage and medium voltage XLPE or EPR Those 32 consecutive measurements are analysed, and the
insulated cables. With its 40 kV DC source and a potent high best one is automatically displayed to the operator [Best
frequency burner it is also highly effective on PILC cables. Picture]. An inductive filter provides superior properties for
arc ignition and arc stabilisation compared to less effective
resistive filters.
The key features at a glance
■ ICE/Surge Pulse: After the fault has been ignited, the
■ Outdoor unit with exceptional all-terrain mobility: Impulse Current Decoupling method measures the current
Lightweight, rainproof, optimised center of gravity, component of the initiated travelling wave. ICE is an alter-
large pneumatic tires, adjustable handlebar, IP 43 rating, native to ARM and suitable for longcables, PILC cables, for
119 kg (262 lbs) wet faults and for faults which are not chargeable.
■ Bright, sunlight readable 10.1” color display ■ DECAY: After the fault has been ignited, the Voltage
■ Automatic operating mode selection and execution via Decoupling method measures the voltage component
software-controlled HV motor switches of the initiated travellingwave. Decay is an alternative to
ARM and ICE, and suitable for long cables, HV trans-
■ To identify different types of faults: Insulation test up to
20 kV and 650 MΩ mission cables, faults which are chargeable as well as high
resistance faults with a veryhigh breakdown voltage.
■ DC test (DC hipot) up to 40 kV, with automatic voltage
breakdown detection and ramp function ■ IFL: Mode for Intermittent Fault Location. By repeatedly
capturing radar traces and visualising the area between
■ Built-in and functionally integrated Radar/TDR as well as curves, IFL is able to find unsteady, erratic faults which
ARM, ICE and DECAY prelocation methods
may have quickly changing characteristics. This is benefi-
■ Surging (Thumping) at 8/16/32 kV with 2,000 J cial when working on street lighting installations or similar
Optionally available: additional 4 kV stage with 1,100 J LV cables.
■ High frequency burn mode with up to 40 kV DC and up
to 850 mA, for improved fault conversion performance
over conventional burn-down units with burn transformer
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High-end portable standalone
cable fault location unit

HIGH VOLTAGE PART

TECHNICAL DATA

Protection class IP 43, weather-resistant and rainproof

Weight 119 kg (262 lbs) standard version
124 kg (273 lbs) extended version
Insulation test Voltage ranges of 5/10/15/20 kV
Measuring range of up to 650 MΩ
HV DC source 0 … 40 kV DC test (DC hipot)
50 mA nominal continuous current at 40 kV
Breakdown detection 0 … 40 kV
Burning High frequency burner
Voltage ranges of 40/20/10/5 kV
Max burn currents of 100/200/400/850 mA
Standard surge levels 0 … 8 / 0 … 16 / 0 … 32 kV
2,000 / 2,000 / 2,000 J
Additional surge levels Optionally 4 kV with 1,100 J
Surge rate Adjustable 3 … 10 sec, and single shot;
3 seconds at full output of 32 kV
Sheath testing Voltage ranges of 3/5/10/20 kV DC
Sheath fault pinpointing Pulsed DC from HV DC source for
voltage gradient method (step voltage method)
Pulse sequences of 0.5:1, 1:3, 1:4, 1:6
Built-in prelocation 32 kV inductive ARM Best Picture Multishot
32 kV ICE
40 kV DECAY
Mode for locating intermittent faults (IFL)
Operating temperature -20°C ... +55°C (-4°F ... +131°F)
Storage temperature -40°C ... +70°C (-40°F ... +158°F)
Mains input supply 2.5 kW wide range power supply
110 ... 230 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Limited to 1.6 kW at 120 V AC (as per ANSI NEMA 5)
Dimensions (L x W x H) 710 x 740 x 1,080 mm
(27.9 x 29.1 x 42.5 in.)

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RADAR AND CONTROL UNIT

TECHNICAL DATA BENEFITS AND FEATURES AT A GLANCE

■ Large 10.1‘‘ sunlight readable touchscreen colour display
TDR setup Physically and functionally integrated
■ Very easy to operate because of its intuitive and straightforward
Display Industrial grade colour TFT panel piechart interface
LCD size 10.1‘‘
■ Automatic smart measurement mode with no user intervention
Aspect ratio 16:10 needed, but full expert access to all settings whenever desired
Resolution 1,280 x 800 (WXGA)
■ ARM® Multishot technology: 32 HV fault traces are captured
Backlight LED with a single arc reflection shot
Luminance 1000 cd/m² directly bonded
■ ARM® Best Picture technology: Intelligent algorithm analyses all
Anti-glare touchscreen
32 Multishot traces and automatically displays the best trace
Pulse generation Bipolar
Pulse amplitude ±100 V adjustable
■ Exponential distance-dependent de-attenuation of +40 dB for
improved measurement of far-away reflections
Pulse width 20 ns … 10 µs
Pulse power Unrestricted continuous operation and ■ Displays up to 6 traces simultaneously, ideal for phase comparison
unrestricted fast pulse repetition with ■ Automatic cable end recognition and flagging of fault position
full power pulse of 10 µs at ±100 V ■ High quality measurement with very fast data rate of 533 MHz
Measuring range XR 20 m … 320 km at VOP = 80 m/µs
■ Dedicated internal output impedance compensation not required
Resolution 0.1 m at VOP = 80 m/µs, anymore thanks to sophisticated and advanced signal path design
Accuracy 0.1%
Timebase Accuracy Better than 50 ppm
■ Automatic storage of all measurement data and large memory for
storing > 100,000 radar measurements
Dynamic range 115 dB
ProRange Yes, +40 dB
■ USB port for export/import data transfer and protocol printing
via Reporting Edition software package
(distance-dependent de-attenuation)
Data rate 533 MHz ■ Many different language versions available
Velocity of propagation 10 ... 149.9 m/μs
VOP expressed in m/µs or ft/μs or nominal
Output impedance 50 Ω, no dedicated internal compensa-
tion necessary
ARM® trigger ΔU or L-H trigger technology with
automatic adjustment
Multishot support Yes, 32 HV fault traces,
Best Picture® algorithm

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ORDERING PROCESS

1. SPECIFICATION FOR PORTABLE UNIT – YOU MUST CHOOSE ONE!

STX40P-2000 Standard 8 / 16 / 32 kV with 2,000 / 2,000 / 2,000 J 1011497
STX40P-2000-4 Extended, with 4kV 4 / 8 / 16 / 32 kV with 1,100 / 2,000 / 2,000 / 2,000 J 1013011

2. MAINS INPUT – YOU MUST CHOOSE ONE!

EU Europe 230 V AC, Schuko plug, 3 m 90028780
UK United Kingdom 220 V AC, Type G plug, 3 m 90034588
US North America 120 V AC, ANSI NEMA 5 plug, 2.5 m 90034589
O Do it yourself Open end, no plug attached, 3 m 90034997

3. CONNECTION LEADS – YOU MUST CHOOSE ONE!

Standard set (T4) 1014285
HV connection FKT STX40 HV-T4-25-man, HV cable drum T4, 25 m 2014553
Earthing and F-Ohm safety interlock FKT STX40 PE-25-16-man, Earthing cable drum, 25 m, 16 mm² 2013151
EKM-5 extension lead between STX and PE cable drum 2013149
F-U safety interlock F-U lead, 5 m 820003013
Reference earth metal stake 892479915
Nylon hammer 892517507
Trolley set (fully assembled, T4) 1 1014286
Cable drum trolley TLY STX40 HV-T4-PE-25-man, rugged steel frame on pneumatic tyres; with 2014554
1x T4 HV cable drum, 1x Earthing cable drum and 1x Earth extension

F-U safety interlock F-U lead, 5 m 820003013

Reference earth metal stake 892479915
Nylon hammer 892517507
Valley Forge (only for USMCA territory) 1014310
This choice does not include cable drums from Germany. You must order T1 cable reels and T1 accessories directly from Valley Forge!

STX T1 adaption HV adapter cable for T1 cable reels Valley Forge and HDW, 4 m 2013423
Earthing and safety EKM-5 jumper between STX and vehicle chassis 2013149
F-U safety interlock F-U lead, 5 m 820003013
Reference earth metal stake 892479915
Nylon hammer 892517507

4. EXTERNAL SAFETY DEVICE – YOU MUST CHOOSE YES OR NO

External Safety Device for portable relevant for CENELEC countries in accordance with EN 50191:2010, 2012574
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standalone unit STX40-P VDE 0104:2011 and DGUV 203-034 (BGI 891)

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5. CONNECTION ACCESSORIES – STANDARD ISSUE FROM MEGGER GERMANY

DE / EN / INT For HV: Crocodile clamp HKZ-T4, T4, red, male, MC10 2013146
(International standard)
For HV Return: OE Adapter, T4, male, black, MC10 2014552

6. OPTIONS
Lifting traverse 1 Heavy-duty rig for lifting the STX 40-P by crane or hoist 90034843
Loading rails 2 Pair of basic rails for loading and unloading the STX 40-P 90034844
Vehicle transport fixture 3 Device to safely fixate the STX 40-P in place for transportation by vehicle, 2013281
comes with floor-mounted frame, wooden spacers and ratchet straps
Protective tarpaulin 4 Resilient tarp to cover the STX 40-P from conditions which exceed IP43, e.g. 2013420
exposed transport on the back of an open truck going through heavy rain at
freeway speeds
Protective top 5 Additional protective top to prevent damage, e.g. from falling objects, when 2013393
the STX 40-P is stored or transported in working vehicles, trailers, containers
Vehicle mount for cable drum trolley Optional vehicle mount to fixate the Trolley (1014286) in place 2013364

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PINPOINTING DEVICE DIGIPHONE+2

digiPHONE+2 set digiPHONE+2 NT set

surge wave receiver for magnetic-acousting pinpointing for magnetic-acoustic pinpointing of main insulation
of main insulation cable faults cable faults, and location of cable sheath faults using
the voltage gradient method (step voltage method)

digiPHONE+2 NTRX set

for magnetic-acoustic pinpointing of main insulation
cable faults, and location of cable sheath faults using
the voltage gradient method (step voltage method),
as well as line location and cable route tracing via
Ferrolux audio frequency system
Note: Audio frequency generator not included, needs
to be ordered separately, e.g. FLG12 (1012522), or
FLG50 (1012965)

ACCESSORIES
Description Order No.
digiPHONE 2 set
+
Includes: digiPHONE 2 display unit, digiPHONE 2 sensor unit, connection cable, telescopic
+ +
1013124
handle, measuring tip 18 mm, measuring tip 75 mm, tripod, base plate, base plate with bitumen,
sensor cable, stereo headphones, 6 pcs. battery 1.5 V, transport bag, insert for transport bag
digiPHONE+2 NT set digiPHONE+2 plus additional: 1013126
2 pcs. earth rods, 2 pcs. contact sponges for earth rods, additional bag for earth rods, 2 m test
lead (red with angled plug), 2 m test lead (black with angled plug), headphones Sennheiser HD
450BT Black (Bluetooth® & ANC)
digiPHONE+2 NTRX set digiPHONE+2 NT set plus additional: 1013168
sensor unit Ferrolux® IFS, Ferrolux® IFS connection cable for display unit

The information in this document is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment by Megger Germany.
Megger Germany assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this document.

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