called is a device used to measure electric current TYPE ANALOG DIGITAL Depending on the constructing principle, there are many types of ammeter we get. are mainly :
1. PERMANENT MAGNET MOVING COIL (PMMC) ammeter
2. MOVING IRON (MI) ammeter 3. ELECTRODYNAMOMETER type ammeter 4. RECTIFIER type ammeter
Depending on this types of measurement we do, we have
1. DC Ammeter 2. AC Ammeter PMMC ammeter
The permanent magnet moving coil instrument (PMMC)
type instrument uses two permanent magnets in order to create stationary magnetic field. PARTS AND FUNCTION How it works ? RANGE
On ammeters are not only current
measurement range is generally one mA, 10 mA, 50 mA, 100 mA. Changes helpful range to get the result of careful measurement. Power Supply Operating Temperature Storage Voltage (average) Range Temperature 80-264 V 0o – 60o C -40o – 75o C HOW TO USE MAINTENANCE Do not ever connect ammeters ANALOG directly to source voltage Check the proper polarity If want to use a summary ammeters with a double , first use a summary of the top and then lower it to obtain a deflection or deviation . Do not measure the magnitude DIGITAL of strong currents exceeding the maximum capacity limit pairs of bridge shunt in parallel so that a comparatively strong currents greater than its capacity maximum store it in a safe , clean and dry Do not wind the cord too tight SAFETY Ammeter must always be connected in series with a tested series Always start with the highest range of an ammeter Disconnect the power from the first circuit before connecting and disconnecting ammeter In DC ammeters, observe proper polarity circuit to prevent the meter is not damaged Never use a DC ammeter to measures AC current.