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In Reply to: RE: Simpson multi meter follow up posted by gonzo on September 27, 2016 at 20:13:16
Is twofold first certain multimeters will measure more than just volts,ohms and current. A built in cap meter would be handy. A function gen too.
I love analog meters but a good digital has a segmented line that acts more like an analog meter along with the numeric readout so you get the more precise readings. Much easier for matching components.
The going rate for a good 260 is just too much though. No, way too much. That and the low ohms per volt and no megaohm scales make the DVM the better choice.
You'll get more meter for the money in digital by a good bit.
ET
"If at first you don't succeed, keep on sucking till you do suck seed" - Curly Howard 1936
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He wants an analog meter that is more old school and I can't say I blame him.It is so much easy to adjust for a peak or a dip with an analog meter as opposed to a digital meter.
"For every complex problem there is an answer that is clear, simple, and wrong" H. L. Mencken
Used to have a nice hybrid for $25. Digital readout and an analog meter. Didn't know he already had a Fluke.
ET
"If at first you don't succeed, keep on sucking till you do suck seed" - Curly Howard 1936
If the main attraction of an analog meter these days is to adjust for peaks or dips, there are several Chinese ones available in the $20 range.
No need for a $200 - $400 Simpson or $100 - $200 Triplett, IMHO. I'd spend that kind of money on a good Fluk DMM instead and keep a couple cheapie analog VOMs around for 'peaking an dipping' ;-)
Get the right tool for the right job. I say get one of each. But for matching parts, bias, etc... that DMM sure is easy to use. Get a damn good Fluke and then find a analog meter. They pop up at flee markets ALL the time!!!!
Amen.
"For every complex problem there is an answer that is clear, simple, and wrong" H. L. Mencken
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