Martindale ET6500 EV Advanced Multifunction Tester
- The ideal solution for electrical testing, ensuring compliance with the latest regulations while offering advanced features for EV and earth resistance testing.
The Martindale ET6500 Multifunction Tester performs essential measurements for verifying electrical safety in compliance with the latest 18th Edition Wiring Regulations. Designed for professional electricians, it ensures fast, reliable, and accurate testing.
This tester includes high-current and non-trip loop testing, voltage measurement, and phase sequence indication. It features a large, backlit colour display with easy-to-read results and built-in ‘Help‘ menus. Martindale ET6500 has onboard memory to store and download test results, exporting data directly to Excel for streamlined documentation.
EV Testing and Earth Resistance
The Martindale ET6500 is fully equipped for EV charge point testing, supplied with the Martindale TL326EV adapter. It also supports three-wire and four-wire earth resistance testing when used with the optional Martindale ER2KIT-S or ER4KIT-S Earth Spike Kits.
A Tour Round The Martindale ET6500

- Function selector switch
- Setup key
- Exit/Back/Return key
- ON/OFF key, to switch the instrument on and off. The instrument will automatically power off (APO) after the last key press and no voltage is applied. APO time adjustable in settings.
- Memory key
- Zero/Null key, to compensate for the test lead resistance in low-value resistance measurements
- (?) Help key
- Navigation keys
- TEST key for starting / confirmation tests
- TFT colour display
Comprehensive Testing Capabilities
The Martindale ET6500 allows for:
- Continuity tests
- Insulation resistance tests
- Auto RCD testing (including 6mA, 650mA, and 1000mA) with results displayed on a single screen
- Line / Loop impedance
- Voltage testing (0-500V), frequency testing (10Hz-499Hz), and phase rotation
- Frequency
- Phase rotation
- Earth resistance
- EVSE measurements
- Low-current continuity testing
Memory and Reporting
With onboard storage, the Martindale ET6500 enables users to save and download test results, exporting directly into Excel for efficient analysis and reporting. Data can be easily shared with colleagues or customers.
Durability and Portability
The Martindale ET6500 is CAT III 600V and CAT IV 300V safety rated. It includes rechargeable batteries and a mains charger, allowing continuous use in the field. The soft carry case ensures secure storage alongside essential accessories like stackable test leads and the TL180 remote start probe, which enables one-handed testing, even in hard-to-reach places.

Martindale ET6500 Key Features:
- Tests to 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
- EV charge point testing with the optional TL305EV adapter
- Memory and Excel reporting for streamlined documentation
- Three-wire and four-wire earth resistance testing
- Low-current continuity testing
- Voltage measurements and phase rotation
- 6mA, 650mA, and 1000mA RCD testing
- Rechargeable batteries and mains charger
- Large backlit display with intuitive help menus
- Auto RCD and ramp testing with results on one screen
- Stackable 4mm test leads and TL180 slimline probe for easy handling
Martindale ET6500 Specification:
- Voltage 0V - 500V
- Frequency 10kHz to 499kHZ
- EV ready
- Insulation resistance
- Continuity resistance: Low R (200mA)
- Continuity (low current)
- RCD testing nominal residual currents (mA): 10/30/100/300/500-650/1000
- RCD Type: A, AC, B, B+, F, G, S
- Loop-Rs
- Voltage drop detection
- Earth resistance Re (3-wire and 4-wire) 1Ω / 9999Ω*
- Earth resistance Ro (specific earth resistance testing)*
- Automatic polarity change
- Calibration date reminder
- Memory and reporting (Excel reporting)
- Rechargeable batteries suitable for on-board charging
- Systems: TN, TT, |it, LV (2 x 55V)
- Supplied with external probe with button: TN, TT, |it, LV (2 x 55V)
- Supplied with TL305EV adapter
- 4mm leads stackable plugs
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What comes with the Martindale ET6500?

- Martindale ET6500 Multifunction Tester
- Mains charger
- TL180 slimline probe with test button
- TL38 test leads with stackable 4mm plugs
- TL207 mains test lead
- 6 x AA rechargeable batteries
- Test and go carry bag
- Instruction manual
- Verification certificate