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SIMPSON ELECTRIC External Portable Shunt: External Portable Shunt, 5 A DC, 50 mV DC Volt Drop - External Portable Shunts
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SIMPSON ELECTRIC External Portable Shunt: External Portable Shunt, 5 A DC, 50 mV DC Volt Drop

The SIMPSON ELECTRIC External Portable Shunt (model 06703) is a 5 A DC shunt with a 50 mV DC voltage drop, designed for use with analog panel meters. It includes 5 ft leads for portable connection.

SKU 3G-OTH-28916

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External Portable Shunt: External Portable Shunt, 5 A DC, 50 mV DC Volt Drop
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Technical Specifications

SIMPSON ELECTRIC
Manufacturer Part Number
06703
Type
50 mV DC Volt Drop, 06703
DC
5 A
Current
5 A DC
Includes
5 ft Leads
Product Type
External Portable Shunt
Compatible Product Type
Analog Panel Meters
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Product Description

The SIMPSON ELECTRIC External Portable Shunt (model 06703) is a 5 A DC shunt with a 50 mV DC voltage drop, designed for use with analog panel meters. It includes 5 ft leads for portable connection.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the SIMPSON ELECTRIC External Portable Shunt used for?

The SIMPSON ELECTRIC External Portable Shunt (model 06703) is used to extend the current measurement range of analog panel meters. It is commonly applied in industrial electrical testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting where portable DC current measurement up to 5 A is required.

What are the specifications of the SIMPSON ELECTRIC 06703 shunt?

The SIMPSON ELECTRIC 06703 is a 5 A DC external portable shunt with a 50 mV DC voltage drop. It includes 5 ft leads for flexible connection and is designed for use with analog panel meters. The manufacturer part number is 06703.

Where to buy the SIMPSON ELECTRIC 06703 shunt worldwide?

3G Electric supplies the SIMPSON ELECTRIC 06703 external portable shunt to customers worldwide. We handle full logistics, customs clearance, and delivery to your location. Contact us for availability and lead time.

How to select the correct external portable shunt for analog panel meters?

Select a shunt with a current rating matching your meter's full-scale range and a voltage drop (typically 50 mV or 100 mV) that matches the meter's input. The SIMPSON ELECTRIC 06703 is a 5 A DC, 50 mV shunt, ideal for portable use with compatible analog panel meters.

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Common applications for SIMPSON ELECTRIC
Industrial control panels — SIMPSON ELECTRIC A201 multi-function digital panel meters for monitoring AC voltage and current with RS-485 communication.
Switchgear monitoring — SIMPSON ELECTRIC switchboard shunts (e.g., 06508) for DC current measurement in high-current distribution systems.
Portable test equipment — SIMPSON ELECTRIC external portable shunts (e.g., 06713) for field measurement of DC currents up to 200 A.
Temperature monitoring in HVAC — SIMPSON ELECTRIC Hawk 3 temperature digital panel meters for displaying RTD or thermocouple readings.
Power quality analysis — SIMPSON ELECTRIC Mini-Max DC voltage digital panel meters for measuring battery bank voltages in UPS systems.
Retrofit current monitoring — SIMPSON ELECTRIC split core current transformers (e.g., 37035) for non-invasive AC current sensing in existing bus bars.

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3G Electric supplies SIMPSON ELECTRIC external portable shunts. We supply genuine products with in-stock availability on common SKUs, technical documentation, commissioning support, and warranty service — worldwide.

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