Hioki IR4059 INSULATION TESTER
Quick Response Comparator Offering Reading Stability in High-speed Digital Format
Key Features and Functions
- 5-range testing voltage of 50 V/100 MΩ to 1000 V/4000 MΩ
- Digital bar graph
- Multi-functional test lead with remote switch improves work efficiency: flashlight, remote test start, LED light for PASS/FAIL notification.
- Stable and high-speed digital readings; 0.3 second response time for PASS/ FAIL judgment.
- Bright LED, luminous LCD, test lead (included accessory: L9788-10) with bright LED lamp to illuminate near hand.
- Continuity check via 200 mA testing
- Built in AC/DC voltage meter, useful for testing solar power generation systems and electric vehicles
- Easily transfer measurement data to your smartphone or tablet by using our free app GENNECT Cross or to an Excel® file. (Wireless Adapter Z3210 is necessary)
- Drop proof onto concrete from 1m (3.28 feet)
Documents and Software:
The IR4059 is the ideal insulation tester for a technician to use when checking the insulation resistance of an electric car, thanks to its safety features, reliable performance, and user-friendly design.
CAT III 600 V
Basic specifications: PVΩ measurement
Accuracy guaranteed: 1 year
Rated output voltage | 50 V DC | 125 V DC | 250 V DC | 500 V DC | 1000 V DC |
Effective maximum indicated value | 100 MΩ | 250 MΩ | 500 MΩ | 2000 MΩ | 4000 MΩ |
Accuracy | ±2 % rdg. ±2 dgt. | ±2 % rdg. ±2 dgt. | ±2 % rdg. ±2 dgt. | ±2 % rdg. ±2 dgt. | ±2 % rdg. ±2 dgt. |
Lower limit resistance | 0.05 MΩ | 0.125 MΩ | 0.25 MΩ | 0.5 MΩ | 1 MΩ |
Overload protection | 600 V AC (10s) | 660 V AC (10s) | |||
DC voltage range | 4.2 V (0.001 V resolution) to 600 V (1 V resolution), 4 ranges, | ||||
AC voltage range | 420 V (0.1 V resolution) / 600 V (1 V resolution), 2 ranges, 50/60 Hz, | ||||
Low resistance range | For checking the continuity of ground wiring, 10 Ω (0.01 Ω resolution) to 1000 Ω (1 Ω resolution), 3 ranges, Basic accuracy: ±3 % rdg. ±2 dgt., testing current 200 mA or more (at 6 Ω or less) | ||||
Display | Semi-transmissive FSTN LCD with back lighting, bar-graph indicator | ||||
Response time | Approx. 0.3 second for PASS/FAIL decision (based on in-house testing) | ||||
Other functions | Indicate MΩ measurement value after a lapse of one minute, Live circuit indicator, Automatic electric discharge, Automatic DC/AC detection, Comparator, Drop proof, Auto power save | ||||
Power supply | LR6 (AA) alkaline batteries × 4, Continuous use: 20 hours (based on in-house testing) | ||||
Dimensions and mass | 160 mm (6.30 in) W × 98 mm (3.86 in) H× 46 mm (1.81 in) D, 536 g (18.9 oz) (including batteries, excluding test leads) | ||||
Included accessories | Connection cable L4930 ×1, Alligator clip set L4935 ×1, Test pin set L4938 ×1, Neck strap ×1, Test lead set with remote switch | ||||
The IR4059 is the ideal insulation tester for a technician to use when checking the insulation resistance of an electric car, thanks to its safety features, reliable performance, and user-friendly design.
CAT III 600 V
Basic specifications: PVΩ measurement
Accuracy guaranteed: 1 year
Rated output voltage | 50 V DC | 125 V DC | 250 V DC | 500 V DC | 1000 V DC |
Effective maximum indicated value | 100 MΩ | 250 MΩ | 500 MΩ | 2000 MΩ | 4000 MΩ |
Accuracy | ±2 % rdg. ±2 dgt. | ±2 % rdg. ±2 dgt. | ±2 % rdg. ±2 dgt. | ±2 % rdg. ±2 dgt. | ±2 % rdg. ±2 dgt. |
Lower limit resistance | 0.05 MΩ | 0.125 MΩ | 0.25 MΩ | 0.5 MΩ | 1 MΩ |
Overload protection | 600 V AC (10s) | 660 V AC (10s) | |||
DC voltage range | 4.2 V (0.001 V resolution) to 600 V (1 V resolution), 4 ranges, | ||||
AC voltage range | 420 V (0.1 V resolution) / 600 V (1 V resolution), 2 ranges, 50/60 Hz, | ||||
Low resistance range | For checking the continuity of ground wiring, 10 Ω (0.01 Ω resolution) to 1000 Ω (1 Ω resolution), 3 ranges, Basic accuracy: ±3 % rdg. ±2 dgt., testing current 200 mA or more (at 6 Ω or less) | ||||
Display | Semi-transmissive FSTN LCD with back lighting, bar-graph indicator | ||||
Response time | Approx. 0.3 second for PASS/FAIL decision (based on in-house testing) | ||||
Other functions | Indicate MΩ measurement value after a lapse of one minute, Live circuit indicator, Automatic electric discharge, Automatic DC/AC detection, Comparator, Drop proof, Auto power save | ||||
Power supply | LR6 (AA) alkaline batteries × 4, Continuous use: 20 hours (based on in-house testing) | ||||
Dimensions and mass | 160 mm (6.30 in) W × 98 mm (3.86 in) H× 46 mm (1.81 in) D, 536 g (18.9 oz) (including batteries, excluding test leads) | ||||
Included accessories | Connection cable L4930 ×1, Alligator clip set L4935 ×1, Test pin set L4938 ×1, Neck strap ×1, Test lead set with remote switch | ||||

