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| I'm in need of a new clamp meter. Being "Fluke" seems to be the highest recommended here on NAT, which model #is the most preferred? Need to check amp draw on electric tors plus routine voltage & OHM checks.
TIA,
boog
Edited by boog 2/4/2014 23:35
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| I bought a clamp on meter from the wholesale electric store 30 years ago
Hitachi or some thing like that still running $50
They might be a hundred maybe less
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Fieldpiece-SC45-Mini-Clamp-Meter-with-Tempe...
was a couple Flukes
http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_trksid=p2050601.m570.l1313.TR2.TRC1... |
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Westport, IN | It depends on how many amps. I use a Fluke t-600, i think that is the model, that works well and is very durable. It's amp end is open like a tuning fork. much easier to get on wires quickly, but it can't handle large wire I find it easier to trouble shoot motors using amps and you can get on all three legs quickly. It also has one setting for voltage, ac and dc. It even tells you which it is measuring. The biggest down fall is its display is accurate to the nearest volt. If you are wanting to do a lot of 12 volt work, it isn't accurate enough. If you do a lot of work on 12 volt starters and alternators, I would get a clamp on type that is rated 1000 amps DC on the clamp ring. They are more expensive, but would be extremely useful in trouble shooting. Not all clamp ons measure DC amps. |
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| I already have a "cheap" clamp type meter. It's about 10% off. I want something that is accurate |
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South cental Ohio | I agree with the other post...if you are going to do ANY DC voltage or amperage- get the DC model. I have both but without stomping out to the shop and looking, I can't tell you what models they are - must be "old timers disease" LOL. |
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| Several models with costs running from 200 to 2000. Do you want need graphing/recording/printable functions? Check with Kirby Risk in C'ville or Lafayette. They can give you help on the selection, and if you have an account are reasonable. |
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NC Iowa | i have a fluke 322 that i got on amazon. a good meter and works good for general use around the farm.
http://www.amazon.com/Fluke-Corporation-322-Clamp-Meter/dp/B00012Z0...
around $80 + shipping
Edited by gene_champ 2/5/2014 11:36
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central mich | We have had a lot of Flukes including scopes. They are well buit. Right now we are using the Extech 830 and newer clamp meters. While they do not have the weight and finish of the Fluke they are pretty durable but not as stable as a Fluke. The 830 will clamp DC amps also as many meters will not. We have used the Extechs up to 600v AC but without holding on to the leads. Extechs are much less cost than Fluke. The 830 were about $275 |
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SK.. in Frozen Cold Western Canada | I've had/used/lost Three or Four of these over the past 20 years or so.. ALWAYS worked well and accurately I am quite sure.. I primarily used them for 120-240v AC Line Voltage confirmation and Amperage up to 200A for me (although they can do more, up to 600A I believe, but accuracy is a bit lower methinks) ** Seems you can get them in good shape w/ the Leads and Case for under $100, and I'm sure you are doing well for that price!
http://www.ebay.com/itm/FLUKE-36-DIGITAL-CLAMP-METER-CAT-III-600v-T... |
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