Which DVOM?

[NutmegCT]

I've decided to replace my (no longer 100% trustworthy) 20 year old RadioShack $9.95 Micronta volt/ohm meter. Geez - $9.95 and it only lasts 20 years? What ever happened to quality? /bcforum/images/%%GRAEMLIN_URL%%/grin.gif

What do you guys use for electronics work?

I do car electrical and home electronics (small radios, components, PCBs, etc.)

I want digital, relatively small, voltage 0-250, AC/DC, resistance with audible signal, amperage, and if possible rpm (on a spinning object - not engine "ignition" rpm). Like putting a white tab on an axle, pointing the meter toward it, and reading the rpm as the axle turns.

Any suggestions?

thanks.
Tom

 

[Banjo]

Wellll... Fluke is the Top name in automotive type DVOMs, but the price shows it. I have a knock-off of a Fluke meter... that I can't remember the name of right now...DOH! But it does RPM (Ignition type through an inductive lead) and has the Temp wire. Auto or manual ranging with min-max and hold feature, works nice, and has held up well. Check out Snap-on and Mac tools ans Flukes online catalogs for an idea of some good ones, then search ebay for good deals.

 

[LLAngus]

I got a Sears DVOM with the temp unit. It cost less than $30. Love it. I, also, use mine for electronic work Radios and amps, etc. Look at your local store they have several models and price range.

 

[Bugeye58]

Tom, for what it's worth, all of mine are Flukes.
Jeff

 

[SilentUnicorn]

That is how i find my electrical gremlins....just usually a fluke..


mark

 

[Scott_Hower]

Another vote for Fluke.

 

[philman]

i've had a fluke 77 for 20 years now

 

[DeltaAir423]

I'll also add a recommendation for the Fluke. My Fluke 87 has never led me wrong.