Baur Shirla - Sheath Tester - Cable Fault Locator
The BAUR Shirla is a compact, all-in-one testing system designed for accurate cable insulation testing and sheath fault location in low and medium voltage networks. Utilizing advanced 4-wire bridge methods, it efficiently performs cable sheath testing, fault pre-location, and precise pinpointing to identify earth faults and insulation damage with meter-level accuracy.
Features & Benefits
- Test voltage range from 0 to 10 kV DC for versatile testing needs
- Highly accurate measurements (~0.1%) using Murray & Glaser bridge methods
- Advanced fault pinpointing with pulsed voltage up to 10 kV and output current up to 700 mA in pulse mode
- Automatic evaluation and USB reporting for streamlined data management
- Dual operation mode with mains and battery for flexible field use
- Reduces downtime by quickly locating cable faults to meter-level precision
Material & Build
Designed with durable and rugged components suitable for field operation, the BAUR Shirla features reliable electronics able to withstand typical on-site conditions. Compact construction integrates testing, fault location, and diagnostics in a single device for enhanced portability and ease of use.
Use Cases / Applications
- Commissioning and maintenance of electrical power distribution systems
- Identifying earth faults and insulation damage in LV and MV cable networks
- Cable sheath testing and insulation diagnostics to ensure network reliability
- Rapid fault location to reduce service interruptions and maintenance time
Baur Shirla - Sheath Tester - Cable Fault Locator
DATASHEET
SPECIFICATIONS
1. Key Performance & Electrical
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Application Focus: Comprehensive cable sheath testing, insulation resistance measurement, high-precision fault pre-location, and exact pin-pointing of earth-contact faults on plastic-insulated power, control, and lighting cables
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DC Voltage Testing: Continuously adjustable DC test voltage from 0 to 10 kV with adjustable voltage and current limitations
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Output Current: Up to 10 mA at 5 kV DC and 5 mA at 10 kV DC; current indicator resolution of 1 µA (±10 µA accuracy)
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Insulation Resistance Measurement: Broad measurement range from 0.01 MΩ to 1 GΩ
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Fault Pre-Location (Measuring Bridge): Integrated 4-wire measuring bridge operating on the Murray and Glaser principles with an accuracy of ±0.1% relative to the measurement result; supports up to 50 definable cable sections
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Fault Pin-Pointing (Step Voltage Method): Generates pulsed DC voltage (100 V to 10 kV) with 4 selectable pulse patterns and a maximum output current of 700 mA for use with earth fault locators (such as the BAUR KMF 1 or UL 30 receiver).
2. General & Physical
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System Operation & Interface: Intuitive user interface featuring a backlit LCD screen and automated measurement/evaluation sequences
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Data Management & Reporting: Automatic report generation with direct data export to a USB memory stick (USB 2.0 interface) in bilingual text formats
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Power Supply: Dual power capability operating on standard mains voltage (AC 100 – 240 V, 50/60 Hz) or via an integrated rechargeable 12 V, 3.4 Ah lead-acid battery (providing approx. 45 minutes of field autonomy in HV mode)
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Safety Architecture: Built in full compliance with EN 50191 / VDE 0104 standards, featuring an integrated high-voltage discharge unit, switch-on interlock, and connection port for an emergency-off unit
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Enclosure & Protection: Rugged portable field housing rated to IP54 (when closed)
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Dimensions (W x H x D): Approx. 440 × 490 × 220 mm)
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Weight: Approx. 20 kg including standard accessories
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Operating Temperature Range: -20 °C to +50 °C
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RENTAL DETAILS & LOGISTICS
Rental Terms 1 Day minimum
Extension Terms Flexible Weekly / Monthly Extensions Delivery Nationwide & International Support 24x7 on-call + on-site support Availability UAE, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Spain RENTAL INQUIRIES & CONTACT
For rental inquiries, contact Skysun Energy via email at support@skysunenergy.com or by phone depending on the country you require.
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Bahrain: +973 3312 1984
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Saudi Arabia: +966 509674576
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UAE: +971 5257 97530
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Spain: +34 603987120
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