Overview
The Ideal Industries 61-521 Three-Phase/Motor Rotation Tester is an essential diagnostic instrument for electricians and maintenance technicians working with three-phase electrical systems. This compact, handheld tester identifies three-phase sequence, indicates motor rotation direction, and detects open phases — critical functions for ensuring proper motor operation and preventing equipment damage caused by incorrect phase connections.
Designed for professional use in industrial and commercial environments, the 61-521 features CAT III 600V safety rating and intuitive LED indicators that clearly display clockwise (L1-L2-L3) or counter-clockwise (L2-L1-L3) rotation. A built-in low battery indicator ensures reliable readings, while color-coded test leads (red, white/yellow, blue/black) simplify hookup and reduce connection errors.
Features
- Identifies three-phase rotation sequence for verifying correct motor wiring
- Indicates motor rotation direction — clockwise or counter-clockwise — via LED display
- Detects open phases to troubleshoot power supply issues
- CAT III 600V safety rating for use on industrial distribution systems
- Low battery indicator ensures measurement accuracy
- Color-coded test leads and input jacks for quick, error-free connections
- Neon lamps confirm voltage presence on each phase (R, S, T)
- Compact handheld design for easy use in tight electrical panels
- User-replaceable 9V battery and 5x20mm 200mA/250V fuses
Specifications
| Manufacturer | Ideal Industries |
|---|---|
| Model Number | 61-521 |
| Product Type | Motor Rotation and Phase Sequencer |
| Safety Rating | CAT III 600V |
| UPC | 783250615215 |
| Battery | 9V (user-replaceable) |
| Fuse | 5 x 20mm, 200mA/250V |
| Country of Origin | Taiwan |



