Chauvin Arnoux MTX3297 EX TRMS Digital Multimeter
The Chauvin Arnoux MTX3297 EX TRMS Digital Multimeter supports safe electrical checks in harsh and risky work areas. It is made for use where gas, dust or mining risks may be present. Its red case also helps teams spot the unit fast on site.
Designed in France, this rugged meter gives clear readings for daily maintenance work. It measures voltage, current, resistance, diode, capacitance, frequency and temperature. As a result, one tool can support many common test tasks.
Built for hazardous zones
The Chauvin Arnoux MTX3297 EX TRMS Digital Multimeter meets ATEX needs for use in listed gas, dust and mining zones. It includes safety systems, special fuses and strong hardware. Therefore, users can work with added care in demanding sites.
It is suited to oil, chemical, agri-food, cosmetic and pharmaceutical work areas. It can also support cement works, nuclear sites and chemical plants. In addition, the 350 hour battery life helps with long field use.
Clear readings and flexible testing
The large 5.7 inch backlit display improves viewing in poor light. It can show several measurements at the same time, which saves time during fault finding. The meter also gives an audible alert if test leads are connected incorrectly.
For added control, users can choose autoranging or manual range selection. The Chauvin Arnoux MTX3297 EX TRMS Digital Multimeter also supports high current work when used with a current clamp function. Overall, it gives a strong mix of safety, accuracy and practical site use.
Key Features
- Designed for hazardous electrical maintenance work
- ATEX compliant for selected gas and dust zones
- Mining M1 suitability for demanding environments
- TRMS measurement for accurate electrical checks
- Large backlit display for low light conditions
- Displays several readings at the same time
- Red casing supports quick visual identification
- Rugged build for tough industrial conditions
- Autoranging helps speed up routine testing
- Manual range selection supports precise control
- Current clamp function supports high current work
- Audible warning helps prevent wrong lead connection
- Long battery life supports extended field work
- Supplied with safety and quick start documents
Technical Specifications
| Product name | Chauvin Arnoux MTX3297 EX TRMS Digital Multimeter |
| Manufacturer | Chauvin Arnoux |
| Manufacturer part code | Not provided |
| Safety compliance | IEC 61010-2-033 |
| Installation category | 1000 V CAT III and 600 V CAT IV |
| ATEX gas zones | IIC gas zones 0, 1 and 2 |
| ATEX dust zones | IIIC dust zones 20, 21 and 22 |
| Mining rating | Mining M1 |
| DC voltage range | 0.1 mV to 1000 V |
| DC voltage accuracy | 0.05% |
| AC and AC+DC voltage range | 0.1 mV to 1000 V |
| AC and AC+DC voltage accuracy | 0.5% |
| ATEX voltage range | 0.1 mV to 65 V |
| DC current range | 0.25 µA to 10 A |
| DC current accuracy | 0.8% |
| AC and AC+DC current range | 0.25 µA to 10 A |
| AC and AC+DC current accuracy | 1% |
| ATEX current range | 0.25 µA to 5 A |
| Frequency range | 0.1 Hz to 200 kHz |
| Frequency accuracy | 0.1% |
| Resistance range | 0.02 Ω to 60 MΩ |
| Resistance accuracy | 0.2% |
| Capacitance range | 1 nF to 60 mF |
| Capacitance accuracy | 1% |
| Temperature range | -200 °C to +800 °C |
| Temperature accuracy | 0.1% |
| Temperature sensors | Pt100 and Pt1000 |
| Display size | 5.7 inch digital display with backlighting |
| Battery life | Up to 350 hours |
| Battery type | 4 x 1.5 V AA batteries, FR6 Li-FeS2 Ex or IEC Ex-qualified |
| Warranty | Not provided |
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What’s Included
- MTX3297 Ex multimeter with intrinsic safety
- 1 set of 2 straight and elbowed cables, 1.5 m long
- 1 set of test probes
- 1 quick start guide
- 1 safety manual
- 1 set of 4 x 1.5 V AA FR6 Li-FeS2 Ex or IEC Ex-qualified batteries, pre-installed