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When do u need a bench multimeter ?
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lordvader88:
What's the real advantage of them, past and present  ?
joeqsmith:
I'm sure there are some low end bench meters.  Normally, I would expect support for 4-wire measurements,  higher accuracy, resolution, repeatable, Ethernet or some means to interface it to a computer for automated testing and data collection. 

I do not expect them to have a CAT rating and to be as electrically robust as a handheld meter. 
tpowell1830:

--- Quote from: lordvader88 on April 14, 2018, 10:24:40 pm ---What's the real advantage of them, past and present  ?

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In my view, a bench meter is a permanent fixture of convenience so you don't have to get out your meter from your toolbox and unwound the cord while working at bench. I have multiple handheld meters, so this is not an issue, although I still have the bench meter available. Also, some have more digits for precision measurements than a handheld.
bd139:
I use mine when I need to leave it on for a day or so and measure something via computer (cell discharge, very slow PLL control loop). Also it tends to stay where I last left it. Also battery is never flat and the display is bright all the time (VFD)
MosherIV:
Resolution and accuracy!

You can only get 5.5 or more digit meters as bench meters. Makes sense, the kind of detailed work involving such resulotion generally done on benches. Additionally, they often need to be logged over periods of time ie need to be connected to a logging computer.
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