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3-Piece Klein Tools 69355 Digital Multimeter Electrical Test Kit on sale for
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Includes:
- Manual-Ranging Digital Multimeter (Cat. No. MM320) with right-angle test leads
- Dual Range Non-Contact Voltage Tester with Flashlight, 12 to1000 VAC (Cat. No. NCVT3P)
- GFCI Receptacle Tester with LCD (Cat. No. RT250)
Features:
- Electrical Kit with Premium Testers solve various electrical applications; Manual-Ranging Digital Multimeter, Dual Range Non-Contact Voltage Tester with Flashlight, and GFCI Receptacle Tester with LCD
- Digital Multimeter MM320 measures up to 600V AC/DC voltage, 10A DC current and 2MOhms resistance; also tests batteries, diodes, and continuity
- Voltage Tester NCVT3P has dual-range capabilities to detect from 12 to 1000 VAC or 70 to 1000 VAC for a broad variety of low-voltage or standard voltage applications
- Bright flashlight illuminates work area and may be used independent of voltage detection function
- GFCI Receptacle Tester RT250 features a large backlit LCD readout of voltage, and clear indication of wiring conditions, including patent pending detection of Open Neutral / Open Ground wiring faults
- LCD readout on receptacle tester shows the time required to trip a GFCI device; for use on 3-wire, North American 120V electrical outlets only
- Digital Multimeter MM320 includes right-angle test leads and all required batteries
- MM320 is CAT III safety rated for 600V
Top Comments
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4TQvnJJ
Honestly, you do not need NCV on your meter - it is too large in size and near useless, temp probe would be of very questionable quality on a cheap meter, and for True RMS (how accurate it works is a big question as well) you really want a clamp TRMS AC/DC meter. Light is the only useful feature but hard to imagine being somewhere without a headlight.
My personal experience that for any serious critical measurements I wouldn't trust a no-name meter without running it next to a brand name to confirm the readings. Temp and capacitance readings would have to be confirmed, same for TRMS. So if I was you who is looking for a "good multimeter" and who wants to tinker and learn, I would get a brand name clamp TRMS AC/DC meter like Klein Tools CL390 which goes as down as $60 sometimes. The one you linked can be purchased as second one.
The Fluke 101 mentioned in this thread is tough for me to recommend since the model is primarily sold through undesirable grey market channels (as this has been an Asia-specific model). This model is arguably one of the best-designed multi-meters made in China at the price point, but if you don't need the safety mentioned earlier why pay the premium? On top of that it brings the Fluke premium into question if you're not getting a long warranty or a Made in USA multi-meter. If you need to do "work" with a basic meter (e.g. AC electrical but not HVAC) the Fluke 101 is a respectable option. Otherwise there have been other choices...
Perhaps the one Fry's purchase that hasn't been replicated for some time is my Fluke 174 which appeared at Fry's as a regular $99.99 special. Cut down from the higher-end Fluke 3000, this still carried the Made in USA label and lifetime warranty. Perhaps there's still some similar options out there from Fluke that others in the thread have found(?), but it seems that Fluke has worked hard to keep their premium branding separated from multi-meters which could be of interest to a wider enthusiast audience (lest they sully their reputation with the institutional buyers that are less price sensitive).
Good luck!
Jon
If you don't need the other tools, you made want to consider this entry level meter:
https://www.amazon.com/Fluke-101-Multimeter-Resistance-Capacitance/dp/B00HE6MIJY/ref=sr_1_8?crid=24O... [amazon.com]
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It is a rebrand of the Kaiweets HT118a and it seems to be fully-featured, but I doubt I would use a lot of them and I would prefer not to get a no-name Chinese brand.
Can anyone more experienced offer some advice on this Klein set? I could use the other tools as well, so if the DMM is good for my needs, then I don't want to miss out on this deal.
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Klein-Tools-Multi-Meter-Voltage-Tester-and-Outlet-Tester-Premium-Electri... [homedepot.com]
one should be available at harbor frieght for $6
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It is a rebrand of the Kaiweets HT118a and it seems to be fully-featured, but I doubt I would use a lot of them and I would prefer not to get a no-name Chinese brand.
Can anyone more experienced offer some advice on this Klein set? I could use the other tools as well, so if the DMM is good for my needs, then I don't want to miss out on this deal.
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It is a rebrand of the Kaiweets HT118a and it seems to be fully-featured, but I doubt I would use a lot of them and I would prefer not to get a no-name Chinese brand.
Can anyone more experienced offer some advice on this Klein set? I could use the other tools as well, so if the DMM is good for my needs, then I don't want to miss out on this deal.
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It's more than your typical Chinese Aliexpress VMMs, but you know it's tested and reliable whereas the Chinese options will be hit or miss. The extra $20 or so is money well spent.
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The Fluke 101 mentioned in this thread is tough for me to recommend since the model is primarily sold through undesirable grey market channels (as this has been an Asia-specific model). This model is arguably one of the best-designed multi-meters made in China at the price point, but if you don't need the safety mentioned earlier why pay the premium? On top of that it brings the Fluke premium into question if you're not getting a long warranty or a Made in USA multi-meter. If you need to do "work" with a basic meter (e.g. AC electrical but not HVAC) the Fluke 101 is a respectable option. Otherwise there have been other choices...
Perhaps the one Fry's purchase that hasn't been replicated for some time is my Fluke 174 which appeared at Fry's as a regular $99.99 special. Cut down from the higher-end Fluke 3000, this still carried the Made in USA label and lifetime warranty. Perhaps there's still some similar options out there from Fluke that others in the thread have found(?), but it seems that Fluke has worked hard to keep their premium branding separated from multi-meters which could be of interest to a wider enthusiast audience (lest they sully their reputation with the institutional buyers that are less price sensitive).
Good luck!
Jon
Your mention of buy once, cry once reminded me of the one I heard from a field director I knew which is somewhat applicable to this deal: "buy them Klein so they don't whine."
Good luck!
Jon
Looking closer at the dial on this, maybe it just looks like it has more options and the CL390 can auto do some of the dial functions this one shows?
I'd pass personally.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4TQvnJJ
Honestly, you do not need NCV on your meter - it is too large in size and near useless, temp probe would be of very questionable quality on a cheap meter, and for True RMS (how accurate it works is a big question as well) you really want a clamp TRMS AC/DC meter. Light is the only useful feature but hard to imagine being somewhere without a headlight.
My personal experience that for any serious critical measurements I wouldn't trust a no-name meter without running it next to a brand name to confirm the readings. Temp and capacitance readings would have to be confirmed, same for TRMS. So if I was you who is looking for a "good multimeter" and who wants to tinker and learn, I would get a brand name clamp TRMS AC/DC meter like Klein Tools CL390 which goes as down as $60 sometimes. The one you linked can be purchased as second one.