The Trek Model 520 (±2kV) and Model 523 (±20kV) Hand-Held Electrostatic Voltmeters provide accurate, noncontacting measurements of electrostatic
surface voltage for ESD applications in either ionized or non-ionized environments.
These two voltmeters utilize a measurement technique that overcomes the disadvantage of the typical hand-held field-meter by providing surface voltage measurements which are essentially independent of the sensor probe-to-measured surface spacing.
Model 520 is available in two versions. The 520-1 has a digital meter to display the measured voltage. The 520-2 has an analog output monitor in addition to the digital display. This analog output monitor can be used to record the measured voltage or to view it on an oscilloscope.
Model 520 Key Specifications
Measurement Range: 0 to ±2 kV DC
Measurement Accuracy: Better than ±5% of full scale over the entire recommended
probe-to-surface separation range of 5 mm to 25 mm
Speed of Response (10% - 90%): Less than 25 ms for a 0 to ±2 kV input step change (520-2 Voltage Monitor Output)
Model 523 Key Specifications
Measurement Range: 0 to ±20 kV DC
Measurement Accuracy: Better than ±5% of full scale over the entire recommended
probe-to-surface separation range of 30 mm to 60 mm
Sampling Rate: 2.5 readings per second
Typical Applications Include
Measurement of electrostatic surface charge build up
Manufacturing processes
Electronic assembly testing
Semiconductor material testing
Dissipative material testing
Automotive electronics testing
ESD Auditing and troubleshooting