Hioki DT4254 Digital Multimeter

10.00৳ 

Key Features & Capabilities

  • High-Voltage DC Measurement: Measures DC voltage up to 1700 V under specified isolated-circuit conditions.

  • AC Voltage Measurement: Measures AC voltage up to 1000 V.

  • True RMS Measurement: Supports accurate AC voltage readings.

  • Automatic AC/DC Voltage Detection: Automatically identifies AC or DC voltage.

  • Voltage Detection Function: Provides audible and visual alerts for detected voltage.

  • Dual Display: Shows voltage and frequency simultaneously.

  • Low-Pass Filter: Helps reduce harmonic components when measuring inverter output.

  • Frequency Measurement: Measures frequency up to 99.99 kHz.

  • Polarity Detection: Alerts users to reversed polarity with a red LED and beep.

  • MAX/MIN/AVG Functions: Records maximum, minimum, and average readings.

  • Data Hold & Auto Hold: Makes measurements easier to read and record.

  • Optional USB Communication: Transfers measurement data to a computer with the optional communication package.

  • Electrical Safety Rating: CAT III 1000 V / CAT IV 600 V.

  • Wide Operating Temperature: Designed for operation from −25°C to 65°C.

 

Brand: Hioki | Model: DT4254 | Country of Origin: Japan

Description

Hioki DT4254 Price in Bangladesh

The Hioki DT4254 price in Bangladesh is available on request — Contact for Price at ASTZ (Advance Science & Technology Zone), an authorized distributor of genuine Hioki instruments. Unlike the general-purpose models in Hioki’s DT4200 lineup, the Hioki DT4254 Digital Multimeter is a specialized voltage-measurement-only instrument designed for solar photovoltaic (PV) systems and other high-voltage equipment, capable of measuring DC voltage up to 1700V — well beyond the 1000V ceiling of the DT4252 and DT4253. If your work involves testing solar panel strings, inverter input voltage, or other high-voltage DC systems, this model is purpose-built for exactly that task.

Hioki DT4254 Digital Multimeter – Overview

The Hioki DT4254 Digital Multimeter belongs to Hioki’s DT4200 series but occupies a distinct niche within ASTZ’s lineup. Where the DT4221, DT4222, DT4252, DT4253, and DT4256 are general-purpose multimeters covering resistance, capacitance, current, and diode testing, this model strips all of that away in favor of one specialized capability: high-voltage DC and AC measurement up to 1700V DC and 1000V AC, with AUTO AC/DCV switching and a dedicated voltage detection function. This isn’t a limitation — it’s an intentional design choice that makes the DT4254 the right tool for solar installers and PV maintenance technicians who need to safely measure open-circuit voltage on panel strings that routinely exceed the range of standard multimeters.

Full Specification: Hioki DT4254 Digital Multimeter

Parameter Specification
DC Voltage range 600.0 mV to 1700 V, 5 ranges, Basic accuracy: ±0.3% rdg. ±3 dgt.
AC Voltage range 6.000 V to 1000 V, 4 ranges, 40 Hz–1 kHz, Basic accuracy: ±0.9% rdg. ±3 dgt. (True RMS, crest factor 3)
AUTO AC/DCV Yes
Resistance range N/A
DC Current range N/A
4–20mA % conversion display N/A
AC Current (Clamp-on probes) N/A
Temperature (thermocouples) N/A
Voltage detection Hi: AC 40V to 600V, Lo: AC 80V to 600V
Capacitance range N/A
Frequency range 99.99 Hz to 99.99 kHz, 4 ranges, Basic accuracy: ±0.1% rdg. ±1 dgt.
Continuity check N/A
Diode test N/A
Other functions Filter function, display value hold, auto hold, MAX/MIN/Average value display, relative value display, auto-power save, USB communication (option)
Display Main and sub displays, 4-digit LCD, max. 6000 digits, bar graph
Power supply LR03 alkaline battery ×4, up to 130 hours continuous use (backlight OFF)
Dimensions & mass 84 × 174 × 52 mm, 390 g (with batteries & holster)
Included accessories Test lead L9207-10 ×1, Holster ×1, Instruction manual ×1, LR03 battery ×4

Hioki DT4254 Price in Bangladesh

The Hioki DT4254 price in Bangladesh is available on request — Contact for Price. Because this model serves a specialized purpose (high-voltage solar PV and inverter testing rather than general electrical diagnostics), pricing is confirmed directly with our team based on current stock and any accessory bundles you may need, such as additional test leads rated for higher voltage work. As with all genuine Hioki products at ASTZ, buyers receive full manufacturer warranty and after-sales support — always confirm you’re purchasing from an authorized distributor, since counterfeit or improperly calibrated high-voltage meters pose a real safety risk when working with 1700V DC systems.

What Makes the Hioki DT4254 Multimeter Different

Unlike the DT4222, DT4252, and DT4253, which combine voltage measurement with resistance, capacitance, current, and diode testing, the Hioki DT4254 multimeter deliberately omits all of those functions. This is a focused, single-purpose design: DC voltage measurement up to 1700V, AC voltage up to 1000V, AUTO AC/DCV mode switching, and a dual-threshold voltage detection function (Hi: 40–600V, Lo: 80–600V AC). The 1700V DC range specifically matters for solar PV work, where open-circuit string voltage on modern panel arrays can exceed 1000V, putting it beyond the safe measurement range of standard multimeters like the DT4252 or DT4253. For technicians who need general-purpose diagnostics, the DT4252 or DT4253 remain the better choice — but for solar installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting work specifically, the DT4254 is the only model in this lineup rated for the voltages involved.

Key Features: Hioki DT4254 Digital Multimeter

1. 1700V DC Voltage Range

5 ranges from 600.0 mV to 1700V with ±0.3% accuracy — the highest DC voltage rating in ASTZ’s Hioki multimeter lineup, purpose-built for solar PV string measurement.

2. AUTO AC/DCV Mode Switching

Automatically detects and switches between AC and DC voltage measurement, speeding up field diagnostics without manual mode selection.

3. Dual-Threshold Voltage Detection

Hi (40–600V) and Lo (80–600V) AC detection thresholds let technicians quickly confirm live circuits at different sensitivity levels — useful for both panel-level and component-level safety checks.

4. Extended Frequency Range (up to 99.99 kHz)

Wider frequency measurement range than the pocket-tier models, useful for verifying inverter output frequency and signal integrity.

5. Low-Pass Filter for Inverter Measurements

Filters high-frequency harmonics for accurate fundamental voltage readings — directly relevant to solar inverter commissioning and troubleshooting.

6. MAX/MIN/Average Value Display

Tracks fluctuating voltage readings over time, useful for monitoring PV string voltage stability under varying light conditions.

7. Optional USB Communication

Connect to a PC (with the optional communication accessory) to log voltage readings over time — valuable for solar system commissioning records.

Hioki DT4254 Digital Multimeter — Full Comparison Table (All Models)

Spec DT4221 DT4222 DT4252 DT4253 DT4254 DT4256
Price in BD 9,100৳ 9,800৳ 18,500৳ 30,000৳ Contact for Price 21,000৳
DC Voltage 600V, ±0.5% 600V, ±0.5% 1000V, ±0.3% 1000V, ±0.3% 1700V, ±0.3% 1000V, ±0.3%
AC Voltage 600V, True RMS 600V, True RMS 1000V, True RMS 1000V, True RMS 1000V, True RMS 1000V, True RMS
AUTO AC/DCV ✕ ✕ ✕ ✓ ✓ ✓
Resistance ✕ N/A ✓ 60MΩ ✓ 60MΩ ✓ 60MΩ ✕ N/A ✓ 60MΩ
Capacitance ✕ N/A ✓ 10mF ✓ 10mF ✓ 10mF ✕ N/A ✓ 10mF
Diode Test ✕ N/A ✓ ✓ ✓ ✕ N/A ✓
Continuity Check ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✕ N/A ✓
Voltage Detection ✓ 80–600V ✕ ✕ ✕ ✓ Hi/Lo 40–600V ✓ 40–600V
DC/AC Current (direct) ✕ ✕ ✓ up to 10A ✓ 60μA–60mA ✕ N/A ✓ up to 10A
AC Current (clamp-on) ✕ ✕ ✕ ✓ 10A–1000A ✕ N/A ✓ 10A–1000A
Temperature (K-type) ✕ ✕ ✕ ✓ -40 to 400°C ✕ N/A ✕
Frequency Range up to 9.999 kHz up to 9.999 kHz up to 99.99 kHz up to 99.99 kHz up to 99.99 kHz up to 99.99 kHz
USB Communication ✕ ✕ ✓ (option) ✓ (option) ✓ (option) ✓ (option)
Power Supply 1×LR03, 40 hrs 1×LR03, 40 hrs 4×LR03, 130 hrs 4×LR03, 130 hrs 4×LR03, 130 hrs 4×LR03, 130 hrs
Weight 190 g 190 g 390 g 390 g 390 g 390 g
Best For Voltage checks, live-line detection Resistance/capacitance/diode testing 1000V panels & direct 10A current Full industrial diagnostics + temperature Solar PV & high-voltage (1700V) testing 1000V work + clamp current + voltage detection

Which model should you choose?

  • Choose this HIOKI DT4254 Digital Multimeter if you work with solar PV systems, inverters, or any DC circuit that can exceed 1000V — it’s the only model in this lineup rated for 1700V DC.
  • Choose the DT4221 if your work is mostly voltage checking and confirming live circuits under 600V.
  • Choose the DT4222 if you need general-purpose resistance, capacitance, and diode testing at 600V.
  • Choose the DT4252 if you need standard 1000V range with direct 10A current measurement.
  • Choose the DT4253 if you need clamp-on current, temperature measurement, and full industrial diagnostics.
  • Choose the DT4256 if you need 1000V range with clamp current and voltage detection but don’t need the 1700V solar-specific range.

Who Should Buy the Hioki DT4254 Digital Multimeter

  • Solar PV installers who need to safely measure open-circuit string voltage before and during installation
  • Inverter maintenance technicians troubleshooting input/output voltage on solar and industrial inverters
  • Renewable energy system commissioners verifying voltage readings during system startup and testing
  • Electrical engineers working on high-voltage DC systems that exceed standard 1000V multimeter ranges
  • Facility technicians managing solar installations who need dual AC/DC detection with AUTO switching

How to Use the Hioki DT4254 Digital Multimeter

  1. Insert the batteries — install all 4 LR03 alkaline batteries before first use.
  2. Select AUTO AC/DCV mode — the meter automatically detects whether the measured signal is AC or DC.
  3. Connect the test leads — use the included L9207-10 test leads; ensure leads and probes are rated for the voltage being measured.
  4. For solar PV string measurement — measure open-circuit voltage at the combiner box or string terminals, keeping within the 1700V DC rated range.
  5. For voltage detection — use the Hi (40–600V) or Lo (80–600V) threshold setting depending on the sensitivity needed.
  6. Read the display — the main LCD shows the measured value; enable MAX/MIN/Average to track voltage fluctuation over time.
  7. Power down after use — the auto-power save feature helps, but manually switching off extends battery life further.

Maintenance & Care Tips

  • Store in a dry place; avoid extreme humidity common in Bangladesh’s monsoon season
  • Replace all 4 LR03 batteries together when the low-battery indicator appears
  • Always use test leads rated for the voltage being measured — never exceed the 1700V DC rating
  • Inspect test leads for damage before each use, especially when working with high-voltage PV systems
  • Wipe the holster and body with a dry cloth — avoid solvents on the display window
  • Periodically verify calibration accuracy, particularly important for high-voltage solar measurements where safety margins matter

Hioki DT4254 Digital Multimeter – FAQ

1. What is the Hioki DT4254 price in Bangladesh?

The Hioki DT4254 price in Bangladesh is available on request — Contact for Price at ASTZ, where it comes with genuine manufacturer warranty.

2. Can the Hioki DT4254 Digital Multimeter measure resistance or capacitance?

No, this model does not have resistance, capacitance, or diode test functions. It is a specialized voltage-measurement-only instrument designed for high-voltage DC and AC measurement up to 1700V.

3. Why is the DT4254 rated up to 1700V DC?
The 1700V DC rating is designed for solar photovoltaic (PV) applications, where open-circuit voltage on modern panel strings can exceed 1000V — beyond the safe measurement range of standard multimeters like the DT4252 or DT4253.

4. What is the difference between the Hioki DT4254 and DT4252?
The DT4252 measures up to 1000V DC and includes resistance, capacitance, diode test, and direct current measurement. The Hioki DT4254 Digital Multimeter measures up to 1700V DC but omits all of those secondary functions, focusing purely on high-voltage measurement.

5. Is the HIOKI DT4254 multimeter suitable for solar panel installation work?
Yes, the HIOKI DT4254 multimeter is specifically designed for solar PV applications, with a 1700V DC range that covers open-circuit string voltage measurement on modern high-voltage panel arrays.

6. What is the difference between the DT4254 and DT4256?
The DT4256 measures up to 1000V and includes resistance, capacitance, diode test, and clamp-on current measurement up to 1000A. The DT4254 measures up to 1700V DC but is voltage-measurement-only, without any of those additional functions.

7. Does the Hioki DT4254 Digital Multimeter come with a warranty in Bangladesh?
Yes, when purchased through ASTZ, the Hioki DT4254 Digital Multimeter comes with full manufacturer warranty and after-sales support.

8. Is this a genuine Japan-made product?
Yes, the Hioki DT4254 Digital Multimeter purchased through ASTZ is fully genuine, manufactured in Japan.

9. How long does the battery last on the DT4254?
Powered by 4 LR03 alkaline batteries, it provides up to 130 hours of continuous use with the backlight off.

10. What is the voltage detection function used for?
The dual-threshold voltage detection (Hi: 40–600V, Lo: 80–600V AC) lets technicians quickly confirm whether a circuit or panel is energized before physical contact — an important safety check for solar and high-voltage electrical work.

11. Can the DT4254 measure current directly?
No, this model does not measure current, either directly or via clamp probes. For current measurement needs, consider the DT4252, DT4253, or DT4256 instead.

12. Where can I check the current HIOKI DT4254 price?
Since pricing depends on current stock and accessory needs, the current HIOKI DT4254 price is best confirmed directly by contacting ASTZ via call or WhatsApp.

13. Where can I order the Hioki DT4254 Digital Multimeter from?
You can order directly from astzbd.com’s Digital Multimeter category, or contact via call/WhatsApp for pricing and delivery confirmation across Bangladesh.

Warranty & After-Sales Support

Every Hioki DT4254 Digital Multimeter purchased through ASTZ comes with genuine manufacturer warranty and dedicated after-sales support, including guidance on proper high-voltage measurement safety practices.

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