Re: Panel meter insulation

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Original poster: "Jim Lux" <jimlux-at-earthlink-dot-net> 

I doubt that these are insulated for hundreds or thousands of volts.  All
the systems I've seen that have a meter floated high put it on insulating
standoffs.

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Subject: Panel meter insulation


 > Original poster: "Brad Huff" <huffb-at-avalon-dot-net>
 >
 > Does anyone know the insulation ratings of the quality panel meters that
 > were built in the 40's through the 60's(weston, simpson, westinghouse
 > etc.). These will be used for vttc service. Most people use one between
the
 > cathode and ground which reads plate and grid current. I would like to use
 > one in the plate circuit if the meter is insulated to withstand plate
 > voltage for the 833-A. Any thoughts?
 >
 >