NeverEasy Posted November 1, 2021 Report Share Posted November 1, 2021 (edited) I got an ad from NewEgg about a meter that was reasonably priced at $29. I bought it to try before putting anything up here. The price is less than I have found other places. I demonstrate the DC clamp-on amp function to about everyone I troubleshoot for/with. The AC clamp-on function is also very useful, too, in an AC environment. In addition, this meter has a set of leads that let it function the same as any VOM. It reads frequency, too. It has a Non-contact Voltage (NCV) function to look for an AC source as well. It feels like a quality unit. Good Christmas stocking stuffer. I have no monetary return from NewEgg. They just get some of mine. tacklife voltmeter | Newegg.com On edit: I noticed the sale ends in 13 hours. That would be about 2 A.M. on 02 Nov. Chet. Edited November 1, 2021 by NeverEasy Added info Quote Chet & Deb '01 Volvo 660 w/ Smart '19 Forest River Columbus 320RS 5th wheel 2022 Chev 2500HD Long Bed Retired CWO4, USN and federal service Electronics Tech/Network Engineer/Welder/Machinist Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randyretired Posted November 1, 2021 Report Share Posted November 1, 2021 3 hours ago, NeverEasy said: I got an ad from NewEgg about a meter that was reasonably priced at $29. I bought it to try before putting anything up here. The price is less than I have found other places. I demonstrate the DC clamp-on amp function to about everyone I troubleshoot for/with. The AC clamp-on function is also very useful, too, in an AC environment. In addition, this meter has a set of leads that let it function the same as any VOM. It reads frequency, too. It has a Non-contact Voltage (NCV) function to look for an AC source as well. It feels like a quality unit. Good Christmas stocking stuffer. I have no monetary return from NewEgg. They just get some of mine. tacklife voltmeter | Newegg.com On edit: I noticed the sale ends in 13 hours. That would be about 2 A.M. on 02 Nov. Chet. That is a pretty good price. I paid considerably more and the dc clamp function is what I use a lot . For solar and and more the ac/dc clamp meters are very useful. Quote Randy 2001 Volvo VNL 42 Cummins ISX Autoshift Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark&Bonnie Posted November 1, 2021 Report Share Posted November 1, 2021 Thanks Chet. Just ordered one. Did not have a DC clamp on. I even meant to ask you at the rally for a suggestion, but forgot to. Mark Quote Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkoenig24 Posted November 2, 2021 Report Share Posted November 2, 2021 Over the years I made several purchases from newegg that I was satisfied with. A few weeks ago, I ordered a 3 pack of what looked like quality USB-A to USB-C cable for about $24 delivered. The newegg webpage stated it would be "fulfilled by newegg". I was sent really cheap cables with an included invoice of $5.99 but was still charged the original price of almost $24. I returned the crap cables but instead of an apology, I was "scolded" in poor "Chinglish" for complaining about the "bait & switch" they pulled. I doubt I'll risk my money with newegg again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeverEasy Posted November 2, 2021 Author Report Share Posted November 2, 2021 I think a lot of retailers are venturing into cheap Chinese junk. Northern Hydraulics (now Northern Tool) went that way. I don't trust anything from Harbor Freight if it has an off/on switch. Quote Chet & Deb '01 Volvo 660 w/ Smart '19 Forest River Columbus 320RS 5th wheel 2022 Chev 2500HD Long Bed Retired CWO4, USN and federal service Electronics Tech/Network Engineer/Welder/Machinist Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noteven Posted November 2, 2021 Report Share Posted November 2, 2021 (edited) I remember when Chinese junk was a ship. Digi-Key is another on line supply with meellions of part numbers. Edited November 2, 2021 by noteven Quote "Are we there yet?" asked no motorcycle rider, ever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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