CLAMP ON HiTESTER 3280-10, 3280-20

42 A to 1000 A AC Current Clamp Meters with Double Opening Jaw and Slim Profile to Get into the Narrowest Spaces

Hioki clamp meters are best-in-class measuring devices incorporating Hioki’s expertise in current sensing technology. The 3280-10 and 3280-20 are our most popular clamp multimeters, featuring a thin and compact clamp core that lets you get into the tightest spots.

CAT III 600 V (Current)
CAT III 300 V (Voltage)
CAT II 600 V (Voltage)

Key Features

  • Model 3280-10: Measure the fundamental waveform component using the average rectified method
  • Model 3280-20: Measure even harmonic waveform components using the True RMS method
  • Wide range of max. 1000 A, drop proof design withstands drop from a height of 1 meter

Model No. (Order Code)

3280-10 Discontinued, 1000 A
3280-20 Discontinued, 1000 A, RMS

Basic specifications

Accuracy guaranteed: 1 year
  3280-10 3280-20
AC current 41.99 to 1000 A, 3 ranges
(50 to 60 Hz, Average rectified),
Basic accuracy: ±1.5 % rdg. ±5 dgt.
41.99 to 1000 A, 3 ranges
(40 Hz to 1 kHz, True RMS),
Basic accuracy: ±1.5 % rdg. ±5 dgt.
DC voltage 419.9 mV to 600 V, 5 ranges, Basic accuracy: ±1.3 % rdg. ±4 dgt.
AC voltage 4.199 V to 600 V, 4 ranges
(50 to 500 Hz, Average rectified),
Basic accuracy: ±2.3 % rdg. ±8 dgt.
4.199 V to 600 V, 4 ranges
(50 to 500 Hz, True RMS),
Basic accuracy: ±2.3 % rdg. ±8 dgt.
Crest factor N/A 2.5 or less (1.5 at f.s. of range)
Resistance 419.9 Ω to 41.99 MΩ, 6 ranges, Basic accuracy: ±2 % rdg. ±4 dgt.
Other functions Continuity: (50 Ω ±40 Ω) or less buzzer sounds, Data hold, Auto power save, Drop proof design withstands dropping onto a concrete floor from a height of 1 meter
Display LCD, max. 4199 dgt., Display refresh rate: 2.5 times/s, 1 time/3 seconds
Power supply Coin type lithium battery (CR2032) ×1, Continuous use 150 hours Coin type lithium battery (CR2032) ×1, Continuous use 50 hours
Core jaw dia. φ 33 mm (1.30 in)
Dimensions and mass 57 mm (2.24 in) W × 175 mm (6.89 in) H × 16 mm (0.63 in) D,
100 g (3.5 oz)
Included accessories Instruction manual ×1, Carrying Case 9398 ×1, Test Lead L9208 ×1

Included accessories (2)