Saturday, April 21, 2012

Sinometer DT830B 20-Range Pocket digital multimeter --Black

Sinometer DT830B 20-Range Pocket digital multimeter --Black Review



Sinometer DT830B 20-Range Pocket digital multimeter --Black Feature

  • 20-range AC/DC V and DCA multimeter
  • 1.5V and 9V battery tester
  • Ultra compact design
  • Diode check and transistor tester
  • Battery and fuse replacement

The DT830B digital multimeter is a compact, pocket-size light tool - a bargain if you need something cheap and reliable. The heart of the instrument is the ICL7106 IC coupled with a large 3 1/2 digital, 7 segment, 0.5" high LCD display with a maximum reading of 1999.

The DT-830B can measure DCV (0,1mV - 1000V), ACV (0,1V - 750V), DCA (0,1mA - 10A), Ohm (0,1Ω - 2MΩ) diode forward voltage drop and hFE for bipolar PNP and NPN transistors.

Specifications

The DT830B has a wide operating temperature: -20°C to 75° (32°F to 104°F) and a storage temperature of: -10°C to 50°C (10°F to 122°F). The accuracy is guaranteed to stay in the following limits for 1 year, when used at 23°C ± 5°C, less than 75% relative humidity:

AC voltage

Frequency range: 45Hz to 450Hz.
Response: Average responding, calibrated in RMS of a sine wave.

200V 100mV±1.2 % of rdg ± 10 digits

750V 1V±1.2 % of rdg ± 10 digits

DC voltage

200mV 0.1mV±0.5% of rdg ± 2 digits

2000mV 1mV±0.5% of rdg ± 2 digits

20V 10mV±0.5% of rdg ± 2 digits

200V 100mV±0.5% of rdg ± 2 digits

1000V 1V±0.8% of rdg ± 2 digits

Input impedance: 1M?
Maximum input voltage: 1000V DC or 750V rms (200mV scale: 500V DC or 350V AC rms) Note: some models will have a maximum DC input voltage of only 600V with an overload protection of 250V RMS AC for the 200mV range and 600V DC or RMS AC for other ranges.

DC current

Overload protection: F250mA 250V fuse (10A range is unfused!).

Resistance

Maximum open circuit voltage: 3.2V
Overload protection: 250V rms. AC on all ranges.

Other specs

Diode aprox. testing voltage is 2.8V with a current of 1mA. The overload protection in the diode test mode is 250V RMS. AC.
Over range indication: figure "1" on the display.


Friday, April 20, 2012

Sunwa 8-Function 19-Range Analog Multimeter, YX360-TRE-B

Sunwa 8-Function 19-Range Analog Multimeter, YX360-TRE-B Review



Sunwa 8-Function 19-Range Analog Multimeter, YX360-TRE-B Feature

  • AC/DCV, DCA, Resistance, Diode Check, Continuity, dB & Transistor leak current
  • 20kOhm/V DC sensitivity
  • Mirrored scale
  • 1 Year Warranty
The Sunwa YX-360TRE-B is an analog multimeter, you can use it to measure AC/DC voltage, DC current, resistance, diode check, continuity and transistor leak current, for DC current, it can measure as low as 10 micro amps and up to 250 mA, which is hard to do with a digital multimeter. Specifications: *DCV: 0 - 0.1V ±1% 0.25V/2.5/10V/50V/250/1000 ±3% *ACV: 0 -10/50/250/1000V ±4% *DCA: 0 - 50µA/2.5mA/25mA/250mA ±3% *Resistance: 0 - 2K/20K/200K/2M/20Mohm ±3% *dB: -10 dB - 22 dB *Diode check (including LED) *Continuity: both Buzzer & flash *Transistor leak current Features: * All range fused * Compact size * Tilt back-stand * Continuity flash * 0 ohm adjustment Accessories: * Test leads (attached) * AA battery X 2 (installed) * User Manual


Tuesday, April 17, 2012

Tekpower TP2844R True-RMS Auto-ranging Digital Multimeter

Tekpower TP2844R True-RMS Auto-ranging Digital Multimeter Review



Tekpower TP2844R True-RMS Auto-ranging Digital Multimeter Feature

  • AC/DC 600V/10A + Capacitance, Resistance, Frequency, Diode Check, Continuity
  • AC+DC True RMS (Root Mean Square) Measurement
  • Auto and Manual Ranging with Relative measurement (all ranges except frequency)
  • All range fused with 1 Year Warranty
  • Auto power off (could be disabled) & LED Back-lit LCD display with a maximum reading of 5,999
Specifications:

Max. LCD display: 5,999
Range selection: Auto
DC voltage: 0.4/4/40/400 V ± 0.5%, 600 V ± 0.8%
AC voltage: 0.4/4V ± 1.0%, 40/400/600 V ± 1.0%
DC current: 400µ/4mA ± 1.5%, 40/400mA ± 1.5%, 4/10 A ± 2.0%
AC current: 400µ/4m/40m/400mA ± 2.0 %, 4/10 A ± 2.5%
Resistance: 400/4k/40k/400k/4 Mohm ± 1.0%,40 Mohm ± 2.0%
Capacitance: 40nF ± 3.0% , 400n/4µF ± 2.5% 40µF ± 5%, 400µ/4mF ± 20.0%
Frequency range: 10-10MHz ± 0.1%
Diode test: yes
Duty cycle: 0.1% - 99.9% Continuity test: yes
Dimensions 7 x 3 ½ x 1 ½ inches
Power: 9V 6F22 battery
Weight: 1.2 lbs

Features:

AC V/A True RMS
Relative value measurement
Max & Min value
Data hold
Automatic power-off (can be disabled)

What is in the box:

DT2844R digital multimeter
Test leads
User manual


Monday, April 16, 2012

Elenco - Elenco Multimeter Kit

Elenco - Elenco Multimeter Kit Review



Elenco - Elenco Multimeter Kit Feature

  • 20,000?/V, 23 Range , Analog Multimeter
  • Mirrored Scale, Audible Continuity
  • Checks Transistors/Diodes, Safety Input Sockets and Test Leads
  • 10A DC Current, Battery Test and Tilt stand
  • From Elenco Electronics
Elenco Multimeter Kit. Specifications as follows. 20,000Ω/V, 23 Ranges, 3 1/2" Meter, Mirrored Scale, Audible Continuity, Checks Transistors/Diodes, Safety Input Sockets and Test Leads, 10A DC Current, dB Scale, Battery Test, Tilt Stand. DC Volts: 0.1, 0.5, 2.5, 10, 50, 250, 1000, 3% FSR. AC Volts: 10, 50, 250, 1kV, 4% FSR. DC Current: 50µA, 2.5mA, 25mA, 250mA 10A 3% FSR. Resistance: x1, x10, x100, x1k, x10k. Transistor hFE 0-1000: ICEO 150µA, 1.5mA, 15mA, 150mA. Size Accessories: 5 29/32" (H) x 3 23/32" (W) x 1 1/4" (D) Test leads, Manual, 9V and (2) 1.5V AA batteries (Batteries not included). Soldering Required. Soldering Iron and Solder not included.


Saturday, April 14, 2012

Greenlee TK-30 Basic Electrical Kit

Greenlee TK-30 Basic Electrical Kit Review



Greenlee TK-30 Basic Electrical Kit Feature

  • Kit includes DM-20 manual ranging multi-meter, GT-10 polarity cube and popular GT-11 non-contact voltage detector
  • Great for measuring current of small electronic circuits
  • Use to detect voltage in outlets, lighting fixtures, circuit breakers, wires and cables or to find a break in a wire
  • Safe, non-contact voltage detection
  • Built-in test leads, no loose parts to lose
Basic Electrical Kit
Basic electrical kit with 3 must-have tools. View larger.

Basic Electrical Kit

If you are an electrician or a residential handyman, this Greenlee TK-30 basic electrical kit has all the measuring tools you need. It is a must for every contractor's tool box. The TK-30 basic electrical kit is perfect for doing simple electrical projects or remodeling your house. It includes most of the tools needed to change an electrical outlet or test the strength of a battery. The three core tools included in the kit are the DM-20 manual ranging multimeter, the GT-10 polarity cube, and the GT-11 non-contact voltage detector.

To many electrical workers, these three test instruments are a standard part of the tool bag. Greenlee has put them together in one kit. The DM-20 multimeter is used to test batteries and to measure the current of small electronic circuits. The GT-10 polarity tester is a handy device to troubleshoot a problem in a 120-volt AC grounded outlet. The last tool in this kit is the GT-11, which is used to measure voltage. It safely detects AC voltage without touching the bare conductor.

As with all Greenlee test instruments, the three testers included in the TK-30 basic electrical kit meet the latest safety standards. The TK-30 basic electrical kit is sure to make the electrical worker's experience faster, safer, and easier. Greenlee covers the TK-30 basic electrical kit with a limited lifetime warranty.

Included Components:

DM-20 Manual Ranging Multimeter
DM-20
DM-20 digital multimeter tests batteries and measures the current of small electronic circuits.

The TK-30 basic electrical kit includes a DM-20 manual ranging multimeter, which works well for quickly and easily measuring voltage and for checking batteries. Use it for measuring the current of small electronic circuits or for testing 1.5-volt and 9-volt batteries. The handy tool provides AC/DC voltage and DC amperage measurement, resistance measurement, and audible continuity and diode tests. For added convenience, it comes with built-in test leads, so there's no loose parts to misplace. Accessories include a rubber boot to protect the meter from damage and one 9-volt battery.

Features:
  • Use to measure voltage and check batteries
  • Great for measuring current of small electronic circuits
  • Tests 1.5-volt and 9-volt batteries
  • Measures AC/DC voltage and DC amperage
  • Resistance measurement
  • Audible continuity and diode tests
  • Built-in test leads, no loose parts to lose
  • Includes rubber boot to protect the meter from damage and one 9-volt battery
  • Lifetime limited warranty
DM-20 Specifications
Voltage measurement:AC V: 200.0, 300 DC V: 200.0 m; 2.000, 20.00, 200.0, 300
Amperage measurement:DC A: 2000 m; 20.00, 200.0 m
Resistance measurement:200.0, 2000, 20.00 k, 200.0 k; 2.000 m
Measurement category:CAT II, 300 V
GT-11 Non-Contact Voltage Detector
GT-11
GT-11 voltage detector safely measures AC voltage without touching the bare conductor.

The TK-30 basic electrical kit also includes a non-contact voltage detector, which makes it safe and easy to detect voltage in outlets, lighting fixtures, circuit breakers, wires, and cables--or to find a break in a wire. The handy tool offers a measurement category of IV and an application range of 50-1000 volts AC. The voltage detector safely measures AC voltage--no need to touch the bare conductor. A bright LED illuminates and an audible alarm sounds if voltage is present. Other highlights include an on/off switch for longer battery life, a convenient pen-size shape that easily fits into pockets or tool pouches, and a lifetime limited warranty. Accessories include two 1.5-volt AAA batteries.

Features:
  • Use to detect voltage in outlets, lighting fixtures, circuit breakers, wires, and cables or to find a break in a wire
  • Safe, non-contact voltage detection
  • Bright LED and audible alarm that sounds if voltage is present
  • On/off switch for longer battery life
  • Convenient pen-size shape easily fits into pockets or tool pouches
  • Measurement category IV; application range 50-1000 volts AC
  • Two 1.5-volt AAA batteries included
  • Lifetime limited warranty
  • GT-11 Specifications
    Voltage Detection:50V-1000V AC
    Frequency:50-500 Hz
    Measurement category:CAT III, 1000 V
    GT-10 Polarity Cube
    GT-10
    GT-10 polarity tester troubleshoots a problem in a 120 volt AC grounded outlet.

    To round out the set, the TK-30 basic electrical kit comes with a GT-10 polarity cube, which makes it possible to quickly troubleshoot 120-volt AC grounded outlets. Simply plug the three-pronged polarity tester into the grounded outlet and it takes care of the rest. The unit features a light sequence that indicates whether the outlet's wiring is correct or incorrect.

    Like the other tools in the TK-30 basic electrical kit, the polarity tester offers a compact size for slipping into a pocket or tool pouch, and it carries a lifetime limited warranty.

    Features:
    • For use with 120-volt AC grounded outlets
    • Light sequence indicates correct/incorrect wiring
    • Makes it quick and easy to troubleshoot
    • Lifetime limited warranty

    About Greenlee

    Greenlee is a leader when it comes to developing innovative tools for electrical contractors. It started in 1862 with the Greenlee brothers' barrel-making machines, then woodworking tools. Today, Greenlee is a respected and trusted source for professional-grade wire- and cable-installation tools. From hole making and bending to test and measurement, Greenlee provides an array of tools to make your job faster, safer, and easier.

    This basic electrical kit includes 1 each of the following items: Model No. DM-20 manual ranging multimeter, model No. GT-10 polarity cube, model No. GT-11 noncontact voltage detector, and a durable carrying case.


    Wednesday, April 11, 2012

    Sinometer MS8229 Auto-Range 5-in-1 Multi-functional Digital Multimeter

    Sinometer MS8229 Auto-Range 5-in-1 Multi-functional Digital Multimeter Review



    Sinometer MS8229 Auto-Range 5-in-1 Multi-functional Digital Multimeter Feature

    • DMM + Lux Meter + Humidity Meter + Sound Level Meter + Thermometer
    • 20%-95% RH 40-100 dB 40000 LUX -4-1832F 0-200 KHz 0-100 uF
    • LED / Sound Warning shows you where to plug the test leads
    • Built-in Temperature & Humidity Sensors show you the environmental temperature and humidity
    • Blue LED Back-lit LCD display
    The newly released Sinometer MS8229 DMM is an improved and modified version of the widely praised Mastech MS8209, it combines a multimeter, a sound level meter, thermometer, luxmeter, humidity meter all in one. Also it is packed with many nice features such as temperature & humidity display, sound and light warning for the jacks and back-lit LCD Screen. Specifications: DCV: 400m/4/40/400/1000V, +/- 0.7%, ACV: 400m/4/40/400 +/- 0.8% 750V, +/- 1.0%, DCA: 400µ/4m/40m/400m +/- 1.2% 4/10A, +/- 2.0% ACA: 400µ/4m/40m/400m +/- 1.5 % 4/10A, +/- 3.0%, Resistance: 400/4K/40K/400K/4M +/- 1.2% 40M, +/- 2.0%, Capacitance: 40n/400n/4m/40m/100mF ±3.0%, Frequency: 10/100/1K/10K/100KHz/200KHz ± 2.0%, >200KHz,reference only, Temperature: -20 - 1000 degrees C (0?1,800 degrees F ) +/- 3.0% (C/F selectable) RH: 20?95%, +/- 5.0%, Lux: 4,000/40,000 Lux, +/- 5.0%, Sount dB: 40 ? 100dB, +/- 3.5% @ 94dB, Diode test, Continuity tester: Buzzer if resistance is less than 40 ohms. Duty cycle: 0.1%-99.9% ± 3.0%. Dimensions and Weight: 195 x 92 x 55mm, 400g. Battery: 1.5 x 3 AAA. Accessories: Test leads, K-Type thermo probe & User Manual


    Monday, April 9, 2012

    Extech EX420 11 Function Professional MultiMeter

    Extech EX420 11 Function Professional MultiMeter Review



    Extech EX420 11 Function Professional MultiMeter Feature

    • Averaging, autoranging DMM with large digit LCD display and temperature function
    • Averaging DMM with 11 functions and 0.3-percent basic accuracy
    • AC/DC voltage and current, resistance, capacitance, frequency, temperature, diode/continuity, duty cycle
    • Input fuse protection and mis-connection warning
    • 20A max current
    Includes: CAT III test leads; Multi-position tilt stand and hanging strap; Protective holster with test lead holder; Bead wire temperature probe; 9V battery