Megger 1741+ vs Metrel MI3152

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It's a pity that Covid 19 has stopped all the shows it was always a good opportunity to compare test equipment as quite a few of the manufacturers were always there demonstrating their test equipment

 

[Franad]

It's a pity that Covid 19 has stopped all the shows it was always a good opportunity to compare test equipment as quite a few of the manufacturers were always there demonstrating their test equipment

That's what I was thinking. I called a shop in Watford the other day to ask if I could pop in and have a look at various testers to be told, sorry you can order online and collect ONLY. I understand why, but it's bad timing The next Elexshow that I can find is in November in Coventry (depending on how COVID-19 is behaving itself) but I need a tester as soon as really to get started.
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PS @ Pennywise: If you had the choice again would you go for Metrel again?

 

[richy3333]

I’ve the Metrel 3155 euro test XD. They’re around £2300+VAT. Much more than a Megger 1741 Which I also own. Between the 2 the Metrel is faster loop testing with RCDs in circuit. The Metrel can be used simply like the Megger or you can choose to use much more of its advanced functions. @Franad if you’ve any questions I happy to answer if I can.

 

[Pennywise]

I’ve the Metrel 3155 euro test XD. They’re around £2300+VAT. Much more than a Megger 1741 Which I also own. Between the 2 the Metrel is faster loop testing with RCDs in circuit. The Metrel can be used simply like the Megger or you can choose to use much more of its advanced functions. @Franad if you’ve any questions I happy to answer if I can.

the 3155 is a totally different beast from the 1741 and mi3152. I looked at it and came to the conclusion unless I was testing industrial production equipment or IT data centres it was a step too far unless the company was paying for it. In reply to the above, I’d still get the metrel just to be different from the boss lol and also I’ve got the luxury of having access to both at anytime ?

 

[Yahtzee]

+1 for the Metrel, great bit of kit pretty much like a PC really. Not had it long and I am still getting used to it. Not used a Megger so couldn't comment if it is better or not.

 

[Franad]

I’ve the Metrel 3155 euro test XD. They’re around £2300+VAT. Much more than a Megger 1741 Which I also own. Between the 2 the Metrel is faster loop testing with RCDs in circuit. The Metrel can be used simply like the Megger or you can choose to use much more of its advanced functions. @Franad if you’ve any questions I happy to answer if I can.

That's great Richy333 thank you for your response, but the MI3155 is very much out of my budget The Megger falls just about in my budget although I've overstretching a little, but would rather pay a little more if it means getting a solid tester. ... Also just realised you're the same Richy that is in the other Megger 1741 conversation LOL ... It's been a long week!
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+1 for the Metrel, great bit of kit pretty much like a PC really. Not had it long and I am still getting used to it. Not used a Megger so couldn't comment if it is better or not.

Do you find the test times slow? I know it has many more functions than the Megger, I'm yet again undecided LOL

 

[Yahtzee]

Do you find the test times slow? I know it has many more functions than the Megger, I'm yet again undecided LOL
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No not really, I find the zs testing is quicker than my old Kewtech

 

[richy3333]

With mine the Zs with RCD is faster than the Megger with the ‘reliability’ countdown function doing its stuff.

 

[Franad]

It's a pity that Covid 19 has stopped all the shows it was always a good opportunity to compare test equipment as quite a few of the manufacturers were always there demonstrating their test equipment

I've managed to get a demo of the Metrel today. I want to see that in action before I make an informed decision. Will update ?
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With mine the Zs with RCD is faster than the Megger with the ‘reliability’ countdown function doing its stuff.

Despite your initial comments lol I'm going to see a demo of the Metrel today ???

 

[Franad]

I have got it down to the choice of 2 MFTs. I am looking at either the Megger 1741+ or the Metrel MI 3152 EurotestXC.

The megger looks like a good workhorse favoured by many electricians, but the Metrel looks like a leap forward in technology.

In terms of future-proofing for EV chargers etc, does anybody know which one of these MFTs is best?

Anybody with hands-on experience able to review either charger?

Thanks

Which one did you go for in the end? Went to Metrel UK HQ on Tuesday and saw the demo and have to admit the MI3152 is all singing and dancing. Thought the loop tests were a little slow though and the RCD testing ... but someone mentioned that in this thread somewhere ? Although am swaying more to the Metrel now ?