PAT Tester Calibration
It is recommend that your appliance tester is re-calibrated every 12 months. This helps ensure it functions properly and provides accurate readings, as well as being a requirement of the New Zealand Standards.
Prices
Seaward
| Tester |
Price |
| PAC3760 |
$149 excl. GST |
| Primetest 125 EL |
$149 excl. GST |
| PAC3760 + |
$149 excl. GST |
| PAC3760 +II |
$149 excl. GST |
| PAC3760 DL |
$149 excl. GST |
| Primetest Elite |
$149 excl. GST |
| Primetest Pro |
$149 excl. GST |
Metrel
| Tester |
Price |
| Delta GT |
$149 excl. GST |
| DeltaPAT BT |
$149 excl. GST |
Wavecom
| Tester |
Price |
| TNT |
$199 excl. GST |
| TNT - EL |
$199 excl. GST |
| TNT - ELB |
$199 excl. GST |
| TNT RCD |
$199 excl. GST |
| TNT + |
$199 excl. GST |
| TNT + M |
$199 excl. GST |
| TNT + XM |
$199 excl. GST |
| TNP-500 |
$299 excl. GST |
| TNP-500B |
$299 excl. GST |
Aegis
| Tester |
Price |
| Patrol Pro |
$149 excl. GST |
Kyoritsu
| Tester |
Price |
|
6201A
6205
|
$149 excl. GST |
Turnaround Times
We understand the importance of getting your appliance tester calibrated with a fast turnaround time. After all, you want your downtime to be at the very minumum. That's why we make certain guarantees with regards to how long you need to wait.
| Brand |
Days |
| Metrel |
3-5 Business Days |
| Seaward |
3-5 Business Days |
| Wavecom |
3-5 Business Days |
| Kyoritsu |
3-5 Business Days |
Our Calibration Service
When you have your tester calibrated with us, you'll be updated every step of the way. We'll inform you from the first point of contact and up until the very end where you get back your PAT tester.
If you purchased your appliance tester through us, we'll send you periodic calibration reminders to ensure your machine is looked after properly.
AS/NZS 3760 Requirements
Calibration of your PAT tester (also known as Verification) not only ensures accuracy of the readings it provides but also identifies potential faults within the circuitry that can lead to items being passed incorrectly.
It is not uncommon for a PAT Tester to fail the calibration check because it isn’t detecting any readings and therefore passes a test it should indicate a fail. This is a serious fault that can only be identified by the calibration process and can result in appliances with excessive Earth Leakage Current being passed and returned to service.
AS/NZS 3760:2022 states:
“The verification should be carried out against a calibrated source. It is recommended that the verification should be carried out within the timeframe specified in the manufacturer’s instructions. If the equipment has been misused or damaged, it should be re-verified immediately.”
All of our calibration equipment is independently calibrated by a NATA certified laboratory in accordance with the manufacturers requirements and industry best practice.
A recent customers experience:
A customer sent in their PAT tester for routine annual calibration check as recommended by the manufacturer. The customer reported no issues with the appliance tester at the time and they had been using it regularly to test their company’s tools.
The PAT Tester failed the Class 2 leakage test calibration check as it did not detect any leakage current, even when 19mA of leakage current was applied. After speaking with the customer, the Class 2 leakage test was the most common test they performed due to the power tools and other equipment they use in their business.
After the PAT was repaired and working correctly again, the customer had to go back and retest all of their Class 2 items again as it wasn’t unknown when the fault began. This posed a serious risk to the users of this equipment as the PAT, in its defective state, could not detect excessive leakage current when the Class 2 leakage test was performed.
The customer was very glad we identified the issue and informed them of the appropriate corrective action.
FAQs
What locations offer Calibration Services?
Our service center is located in Auckland, but we offer calibration services New Zealand wide. If you’re in another location, simply fill in the form and post your tester to one of our locations and we’ll have it freighted back to you once the service is complete.
What needs to be sent in?
Just the tester itself. We don't require any leads or cases to complete the calibration.
How long does Calibration take?
Generally, calibration takes anywhere from 3-7 business days, but this does depend on the model of your tester. Some units may need to be sent to third party repair agent if there are specific concerns that need to be addressed, but we’ll keep you updated every step of the way.
What happens if my unit has a fault?
Please note down any faults or issues you are experiencing on the calibration form that goes with your tester. Our technicians will assess the faults and provide quotes for any repairs that may be required. Repairs are not included in the standard calibration cost.
Can I order acessories at the same time?
We can definitely include other tags and accessories with your calibration service if you require. Just note down the accessories you wish to purchase on the calibration form and we will add them to your invoice.
When do I need to pay for Calibration?
We will contact you via phone or email when your calibration is complete and payment is required. We accept credit card payments or EFT transfers. Please note, payment is required before we release your tester.
What do I recieve once Calibration is complete?
We will provide you with a Calibration Certificate, which documents the service that has been performed on your tester, along with a calibration sticker on the tester itself to indicate when it is next due.
