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modding and multimeters

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assonfire

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well, i'm just doing some modding and this time i need a multimeter.

i probably should have gotten one a long time ago, the problem is i dont know which to get.

any suggestions? looking for reliable, good set of features not to simple but not too expensive.
 
You can get a cheopo digital one at Wal-Mart for under 20 bucks.

Works pretty good and is pretty accurate.
 
All you really need is an auto ranging meter that can measure dc resistance (say1-100V), dc current (say 0-1a), and resistance. Don't get an analog one. Even the cheap Radioshack one's get the job done for modding needs. If you plan on getting serious about electronics you should look into getting a nice Fluke. But if it's just for basic modding purposes - just a simple digital auto ranging radioshack one with those features will be just fine for your purposes.
 
digital is a definite,
i am planning to do computer engineering next year
so i'm looking for something in between $700 fluke and simple.

i just took a look at the flukes at homedepot and they are around 100$. which do you recommend?
 
Originally posted by assonfire
i just took a look at the flukes at homedepot and they are around 100$. which do you recommend?
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You will never regret the purchase of a quality volt-ohm meter (VOM). I can't recommend anything in the price range over a Fluke; I've got a Fluke Model 77 in the garage on the bench that's been a flawless tool for several years. Personally, I'd stay away from the Fluke autorange models, and look for a 70 series meter. Personal preference there, to be sure. Sure, there are other "decent" meters out there, but the Fluke's are very well recognized in industry for all the right reasons. I've got a $1K Agilent bench VOM on my bench at work but a little Fluke 77 gets grabbed most often for quick measurements.

Bottom line - spend $100.00 on a Fluke.....and you probably won't ever need another VOM.

Regards - B.B.S.
 
Originally posted by BlindedByScience
You will never regret the purchase of a quality volt-ohm meter (VOM). I can't recommend anything in the price range over a Fluke; I've got a Fluke Model 77 in the garage on the bench that's been a flawless tool for several years. Personally, I'd stay away from the Fluke autorange models, and look for a 70 series meter. Personal preference there, to be sure. Sure, there are other "decent" meters out there, but the Fluke's are very well recognized in industry for all the right reasons. I've got a $1K Agilent bench VOM on my bench at work but a little Fluke 77 gets grabbed most often for quick measurements.

Bottom line - spend $100.00 on a Fluke.....and you probably won't ever need another VOM.

Regards - B.B.S.
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Yep, If ya got the cash, their is nothing better for the money than a Fluke. I just got a cheap one, since I only need at once a year or so...
 
If you're tight on cash - the Meterman 16XL (http://www.testequipmentdepot.com/meterman/dmm/16xl.htm) is a pretty awesome multimeter for $80. I have one and I love it. I'd prefer a Fluke of course - but my budget doesn't allow such expenditures. And it really has every single possible function I'd need. Well ok it doesn't have a frequency counter - but I can make one easily enough so it all works out.
 
hmm, yea i'm gonna get one of those regular ones. for $40 or so
i'm not ready for a fluke yet ;)

i just dont have 150 or 200 to spend.
 
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