Digital Volt Meter

[Pelican]

I need some recomendations for a digital volt meter. I bought one at a tool outlet, but the rotary switch is junk, intermittant contact. Can I get some recomendations for a quality unit that doesn't cost a fortune?

I don't need a professional model with lots of detail, I need a basic reliable unit for troubleshooting that reads tenths of a volt. Thanks!

[frosties snowremoval]

fluke model 16 i would bet it is the best bang for your buck about 50.00 i think i have one it used to be my daily user for about 3 years trouble shooting electrical wiring. i now have a feildpiece(also very good) with a built in amp meter but i still use my fluke 16 at home and in the garage.

[wyldman]

I'll second the Fluke.There is a lower end rebadged Fluke line,I just can't remember the name off hand.

[cat320]

I will second the second LOL we have a fluke and it is nice and it's not one of the lower end models so it has alot of stuff that it can do .

[snowplowjay]

I agree with the rest of the guys.......FLUKE is the way to go.

Let me know what model you are getting and if it is one that MSC stocks I could get it at my companies additional discount for you Steve...


Jay

[gordyo]

Fluke, I have two. One cheapie that I keep in my truck toolbox and the other in my shop toolbox.

[Pelican]

Sounds like Fluke is it! After visiting their website, I relalized I've seen this meter before, nearly every mechanic I know owns one. I'll have to look for that Model 16, the cheapest I've found is the Model 77 at $90.

I poked around their website a bit, believe it or not, they make a meter that costs $3500!!!! omg

[wyldman]

For basic use,the entry level model will be fine.You probably never use all the fancy features if the higher end models.

The Fluke Model 12 is a very popular unit with most technicians,as it's very rugged,and easy to use.Around $100 at most tool outlets.It will do everything the Model 16 will except temperature readings,and you still need to buy the temp adapter for the Model 16.

[snowplowjay]

I just got an inventory clearance flyer in one of my MSC orders here at work.

They have the Fluke model 83-3 Digital Multimeter on clearance @ 21% off

Regular price $329 sale price $ 257.75


Jay

[frosties snowremoval]

i agree with wyldman the entry level flukes are just as good and long lasting as any fluke i wouldn't spend 300.00 for gismo's you'll never use i do like the temp sensors with my model 16 my feildpiece uses the same sensors it comes in handy when working on airconditioning systems.the model 16 will take dc and ac volts continuty tester with buzzer ohm readings for resistence and temp readings that is all you need if you ask me

[snonut12]

As an electrician for a living I'd even recommend Fluke to an occusional user. Might want to check out Fluke model 110 - it has alot of stuff packed in and is only for around $110. Check out this website - they sell tons of stuff at low prices.

http://www.tequipment.net/FlukeDigitalMultimeter.html

$3,500 does sound alot but how about $10,000? We currently are renting a special equipment meter for a HUGE boiler at one site because it kept burning up the motor. The boiler is like 20'x30' and two stories high. It cost around $10,000 new for the equipment and we're renting $2,000 for just a couple weeks. :eek:

[Pickering Snow]

Of course iam late reading but most def a fluke or otc product i have a few model 12s has far has cost a good meter in the auto buss can really set ya back my favorite unit i have and i carry it on the service truck is a otc perception meter, lab scope, there isnt much it cant do it was around 1800.00 4yrs ago so i image its went up . Steve sears carrys fluke at a pretty resaonable price , and also the best anolog meter i own and still use today i bought from radio shack its a tandy and cost under 50 bucks i bought it cause it would read acuate dwell duty cycle on old feedback carbs dont see many of those any more :zoinks

[justme-]

The Better quality Sears multimeters are made by Fluke. Bought mine several years ago at the outlet for $20- sold in Sears for $40. Check the Sears catalog.

[Joe92GT]

We are a fluke distributer, and they are deffinetly the way to go.

I just baught myself an model 79, with accessory kit. About 250 dollars.

The best model for handheld automotive applications is the 88. But, they will cost around 400 new.

The model 12 is a great entry level meter, what ever model you get, make sure it has the back light.

Our mod shop has 4 calibrators from fluke that are 5k a peice, plus many other bench top meters that are over a 2k, scope meters that are 3500, ect. This is stuff thats sooooo far over the head of the average person, if you need it, you'll know.

Fluke is the name in digital multimeters. Period.