Multimeter / Multitester suggestion.

[oj88]

i like cheap measuring devices

any recommendations for a cheap DC clamp?

btw that aneng doesn't have capacitance coz it's super cheap can't recommend it coz LCD contrast is poor. i might buy the backlit one and give this away to someone

btw2 in case anyone is wondering, the bottom left is a laser tach

I try to steer away from minimalist "pocket" DMMs with non-removable probes.

My clamp meter is an Aneng ST-209. It does both AC and DC current measurements (600A max).

[CVT]

I try to steer away from minimalist "pocket" DMMs with non-removable probes.

My clamp meter is an Aneng ST-209. It does both AC and DC current measurements (600A max).

Cool feature, bro. What are the ranges for the DCA?

[oj88]

Cool feature, bro. What are the ranges for the DCA?

60A and 600A

60A range has 0.01A resolution
600A range has 0.1A resolution

[Vodka]

I try to steer away from minimalist "pocket" DMMs with non-removable probes.

My clamp meter is an Aneng ST-209. It does both AC and DC current measurements (600A max).

ST194 seems to be very similar but w/ button mode select instead of mech dial. might get this one...

[oj88]

ST194 seems to be very similar but w/ button mode select instead of mech dial. might get this one...

Good plan. Just make sure you get the ST194... the ST193 is identical in every way, except that it doesn't have DCA measurement capability.

[gearhead000]

I actually had been using an Aneng multimeter too - the Aneng M118A.



I picked this one for the size, being backlit, auto-ranging, flashlight function and of course, the price.

I haven't recommended it though as it feels quite cheap, although for my purposes it fits in really nicely.
Some may want the feeling of pride and confidence in using a more heftier, better built one.

[oj88]

If you work in high-tech industries such as telecoms, electronics, space, etc. you undoubtedly need proper instruments to do measurements. The video I posted earlier in this thread explains why.

But for the casual DIY'er or enthusiast who just needs a way to do go/no-go or good/bad component testing, these cheap meters are excellent for the money.

For example, if a 15uF run capacitor reads 15.23uF on one meter and 15.31uF on another, the small discrepancy doesn't matter. The capacitor is good!

[CVT]

60A and 600A

60A range has 0.01A resolution
600A range has 0.1A resolution

10mA resolution... "Good enough" to check standby current of connected devices - Central lock, alarms, etc

[Walter]

【ANENG 】LCD Pocket Digital Multimeter Backlight AC/DC Automatic Portable Voltmeter | Lazada PH

this one looks a lot better. auto range. backlit. i think i'll buy this later even if i already have several slim multimeters my favorite so far is UNI-T UT120

How's quality of UNI-T? ... will probably get this ... UT123 ...

https://shopee.ph/UNI-T-UT123-Pocket...362.4212932764

[Vodka]

How's quality of UNI-T? ... will probably get this ... UT123 ...

https://shopee.ph/UNI-T-UT123-Pocket...362.4212932764

uni-t better than aneng but anengs aren't bad either

that ut123 is too basic. lacks too many features

better get the M118A posted by gearhead

[oj88]

Found this on the web. Not the exact models but any way you look at it, the accuracy on these things are pretty good enough for general use.



Source: UNI-T UT136B and Aneng AN88 - Page 1

[CVT]

Found this on the web. Not the exact models but any way you look at it, the accuracy on these things are pretty good enough for general use.



Source: UNI-T UT136B and Aneng AN8??8 - Page 1

Thanks for sharing bro... Very good accuracy...

Pero sa regular na gamit natin pwede na +/-5%... He he he

[Walter]

uni-t better than aneng but anengs aren't bad either
that ut123 is too basic. lacks too many features
better get the M118A posted by gearhead

Basic is all that's needed ...

[Vodka]

Basic is all that's needed ...

yeah basic is all you need until you wanna test the starting capacitor on that household appliance that you need to work asap

[oj88]

yeah basic is all you need until you wanna test the starting capacitor on that household appliance that you need to work asap

Yepp.



I recently purchased a used 0.5HP A/C and I noticed that both the compressor and fan were humming loudly in operation. Took this cap off.... It's a 15uF (Herm) and 3uF (Fan). The spec sheet called for a 20uF + 1.5uF. Replaced the cap and the A/C is now quiet.

[CVT]

Yepp.



I recently purchased a used 0.5HP A/C and I noticed that both the compressor and fan were humming loudly in operation. Took this cap off.... It's a 15uF (Herm) and 3uF (Fan). The spec sheet called for a 20uF + 1.5uF. Replaced the cap and the A/C is now quiet.

Now, that's desirable and oh so cool....😁

[Walter]

yeah basic is all you need until you wanna test the starting capacitor on that household appliance that you need to work asap

Will just buy another one ... for now, have no skill to fix appliances ... just mostly test for continuity ... once or twice a year ...

[Walter]

I recently purchased a used 0.5HP A/C and I noticed that both the compressor and fan were humming loudly in operation. Took this cap off.... It's a 15uF (Herm) and 3uF (Fan). The spec sheet called for a 20uF + 1.5uF. Replaced the cap and the A/C is now quiet.

Wow, you guys are really good ... right now aircon compressor is vibrating loudly .. and the technician could not even fix it ... it's a 15 year old backup air conditioner ...

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Thank you everyone for the suggestions ... hope this forum will continue or move on to another platform ... along with the members ...