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afe66

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#151549 28-Aug-2014 19:42
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Thinking of buying a multimeter out of general curiosity.

Probably use it to measure voltages in computer cables. Current project is to connect a case fan to the screen projector trigger on my AMP so needto check which line is live etc.

What sort of money should I spend ?
Any tips ?

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  #1117579 28-Aug-2014 21:45

For just measuring low voltage DC a cheap multimeter from Jaycar will be fine. Something like http://www.jaycar.co.nz/productView.asp?ID=QM1524&form=CAT2&SUBCATID=1060#1 Good price for a catII multimeter - one that can be used to measure mains voltage if needed.

 
 
 

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  #1117589 28-Aug-2014 21:58
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Just something cheap will be fine for that. Dont go too cheap or you will have hardware issues with nasty probes and crap terminals and a rotary mode swich which has erratic contacts, and never have been calibrated on its 10/20 amp range.

Dont use a cheap meter on the mains. Stick to a real one for that. Cheap ones will often arc over internally once they are a bit full of dust etc, or come in from a cold shed to a warm humid house and get condensation.




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  #1117596 28-Aug-2014 22:26
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Aredwood: For just measuring low voltage DC a cheap multimeter from Jaycar will be fine. Something like http://www.jaycar.co.nz/productView.asp?ID=QM1524&form=CAT2&SUBCATID=1060#1 Good price for a catII multimeter - one that can be used to measure mains voltage if needed.


Just had a quick glance at the specs for this DVM suggested by Aredwood
This is very good for the price. 
Make sure that its auto ranging , and has automatic switch off when not in use to save on battery power, and has a buzzer for continuity checks
I use a brand called Fluke for work and is recognised as one of the top brands.

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  #1117947 29-Aug-2014 13:27
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Thanks guys.
Will go shopping, there's a jcars in twon.

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