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Message started by Archie on 03/14/22 at 18:42:29

Title: The Right Multimeter
Post by Archie on 03/14/22 at 18:42:29

I need to get a multimeter for a non-audio project. I'll have use for it later in the capacity of residential wiring and I'd like to be able to use it for my audio stuff as well. Can anyone offer some advice -- from practical experience about which to buy? I'd like a quality instrument but price is always a consideration. I've looked at the Fluke 117 but there are so many out there to choose from.

Thanks!

Title: Re: The Right Multimeter
Post by EdwardT on 03/14/22 at 22:45:10

I’ve used a lot of Fluke multimeters over the years, they’re durable and accurate. I have a low end 110 now and it’s the perfect homeowner's tool.

Title: Re: The Right Multimeter
Post by JBzen on 03/15/22 at 10:23:10

Archie,

I used dozens of meters over the years, anything from a 12v light bulb with wires attached to a tack and alligator clip for tracing circuits in autos…too some of Flukes finest. Right now a 30 year old Radio Shack is my bench multimeter. I also have several Harbor Freight freebies around for convenient portable use. With all that said, the best thing you may want to zero in on your acquisition is a good kit-set of leads. I have the Fluke TL81A Test Lead Set which makes testing much easier in most uses of a multimeter.

John

Title: Re: The Right Multimeter
Post by Archie on 03/15/22 at 16:43:24

Thanks guys. A general consensus seems to be that the Fluke is a safe bet. The biggest criticism of the 117 is that the leads suck. They use some kind of cheap, stiff plastic. For now I'll put up with that and upgrade later, if I end up using the meter a lot. It's getting so hard to find electricians in my area that I am forced to do more electrical work but actually "needing" a meter for the kind of work I do is rare.