Multimeters

Some quick extra tests on the 6 of the 14 pocket multimeters from Part 1 Which meter *won’t* survive testing? Forum HERE Podcast: Download

14 pocket multimeters from $8 to $65 are torn down and compared for feature set and build quality. Ranging in price from $8 to $65, which one is the best in each price category? Part 2 coming tomorrow. Timestamps: 6:07 XB866 Wun Hung Lo 9:42 ANENG AN8203 15:47 $10 Shootout …

Are analog multimeters still of any practical value compared to digital? Only Dave can ponder that question for a half hour video… Forum HERE Podcast: Download

Dave tests the Uni-T UT-513 5000V high voltage insulation resistance tester with the PIntek 15kV HVP-15HF HV oscilloscope probe to see if it’s suitable for crude multimeter overload testing, with some spectacular results on the ANENG AN8008 Coupon Code: bargainprobe for 15% off Dave’s HVP70 probe! You can even pay …

Dave demonstrates why gold plated multimeter probes matter, and why you should be using them for all your electronics measurements. NOTE: Many people didn’t understand the point of this video. It’s about oxidisation of contacts, gold basically doesn’t do this, other probes can. Also gold probes are not necessarily recommended …