Digital multimeters are precise and accurate instruments, with some models being very expensive. No matter the cost, one problem pervades every one of these devices: They do a poor job of conveying ...

While using a digital multimeter to diagnose electrical problems on customers’ equipment, I frequently hear the comment, “I’ve got one of those multimeter things, but I never learned how to use it.” ...

Digital multimeters have replaced traditional analog meters long back. It offers better accuracy, reliability, and better handling of impedance. It is a versatile device in the truest sense. You can ...

If you were to ask a random Hackaday reader what their most fundamental piece of electronic test equipment was, it’s likely that they would respond with “multimeter”. If you asked them to produce it, ...

In recent years, the electrical industry has seen positive trends toward proper electrical safe work practices and utilization of personal protective equipment (PPE). However, one very routine task ...

The DM-200A is one of the ESM™ series digital multimeters that features the latest advances in microchip technology. Focused heavily on user safety, product functionality, and an enhanced user ...

[Rajendra] tipped us off to this really slick hack he’s done to allow his multimeter to tell the ambient temperature. He’s basically measuring the output of an LM35 temp sensor that he has mounted in ...

Modern digital multimeters (DMMs) are user-friendly, accurate, and safe — when used correctly! Reading voltage is simple, but measurements must be properly interpreted. With a clamp-on DMM, accurate ...

Agilent Technologies Inc. introduced the Truevolt Series digital multimeters. These DMMs offer several advantages over previous models. Agilent Technologies Inc. introduced the Truevolt Series digital ...

I'm building a cmoy amp for the fun of it, and I'm having some problems. Unfortunately, my dad's trusty old RS multimeter is broken, and I'd like to get a new one. I'm by no means rich, so I'd like to ...