What’s the difference between 2 and 4 wire testing?

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This article offers an explanation of what 2-wire and 4-wire resistance testing is, and explains when each method would be the most appropriate technique. Written by Jo Bimson, Principal Systems Engineer at MK Test Systems. Introduction Most automatic harness test systems offer 2-wire or 4-wire resistance measurement capabilities.  Some systems also offer dual-wire measurements, offering…

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How to control MKAT Runner software using a remote device

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The MKAT ® Runner software can be controlled with a remote device on the same network, via a web browser.  This quick guide shows you how to achieve this in just a few steps.  Article written by Chris de Vere Moss, Software Test Engineer at MK Test Systems. How to control MKAT Runner software using…

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FAQ: What does ExLRT Record Mode do?

A. ExLRT Record Mode

ExLRT ® is the lightweight, intrinsically safe loop resistance tester approved by Boeing (part number XLR-9703-01).  It now has ExLRT Record Mode which records measurements, eliminating the risk of human error caused by manual record-taking.  This article explains what that means and how operators and organisations can benefit from it. Record Mode is easily accessed…

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BLRT and BLTU FAQs

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We’re growing this BLRT and BLTU FAQs article – it’s still very new and looking a bit bare! Please get in touch with us with your BLRT and BLTU questions and we can help make this article a useful source of information for the future. How do I login to the BLTU or BLTU4? Once…

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ExLRT FAQs

ExLRT FAQs

We’ve answered some of the most commonly asked ExLRT FAQs here.  If you can’t find an answer to your ExLRT query then please get in touch with us. What is the ExLRT? ExLRT is an intrinsically safe loop resistance tester (LRT).  It’s specified by The Boeing Company in their Aircraft Maintenance Manuals (AMM) and is…

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MKAT software FAQs

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  Most of the questions we’re asked are about our MKAT, our test management software.  To help answer these common questions more quickly, we’ve compiled this MKAT software FAQs article. What are the default logins? MKAT Editor software does not require a login.  For the Runner software, systems are set up with 3 default logins. …

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Automeg FAQs

Automeg FAQs

We’ve compiled a list of common Automeg FAQs to help you use your test system more effectively.  We’ll be adding to this list over time, so it’s a live and growing resource. What are the default logins? MKAT Editor software does not require a login.  For the Runner software, systems are set up with 3…

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RTS FAQs

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RTS is our high-speed, modular wire harness test system.  The most common RTS FAQs are listed here, and this resource will grow over time as we get asked more questions. Can I add more test points to my RTS system at a later date? Yes, the RTS system is scalable and will automatically detect new…

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What is the APG in MK Test’s MKAT software?

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APG stands for Automatic Program Generation.  It’s an acronym you’ll hear throughout your MKAT training and is at the heart of our MKAT software.  This article – written by MK Test’s Sales Director Jason Evans – explains how APG works and what it does. What is APG? In short, APG is the simplest method of…

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Which loop resistance tester do the OEMs want you to use?

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Identifying the right tool for aircraft OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer)  bond and loop testing requirements can be complex. As an MRO, your first point of call should be the AMM (maintenance manual).  However, some OEMs are more prescriptive than others.  And with a broad range of similar tools available on the marketing all claiming to comply…

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