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Re: What did you buy today? Post your latest purchase!
« Reply #9725 on: July 03, 2020, 04:09:57 pm »
Microcheap, might I recommend that you read the review that mnem spent time writing up and even linked to in his post for your convenience? You've quoted the link in your reply. :-//
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« Reply #9726 on: July 03, 2020, 06:22:15 pm »
My latest purchase is the Rigol DS1054Z scope last month. After wanting a scope since I was a teen, at 40 I finally own a scope. Sure its not as fancy as a lot of the other ones but after seeing Dave's video on the DS1054, and its "options" it was a no-brainer especially at $370 shipped. I haven't really done anything fancy with it besides clipping to a few things here and there to "learn" the functions.
 
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« Reply #9727 on: July 03, 2020, 06:25:02 pm »
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mnementh, have you tested this tweezers with in-circuit components? I already have a HP4070C smd tweezers and a DE-5000 LCR meter, but I've been watching this Mastech MS8911 as an alternative to measure components on the board without have to de-solder them. It uses a low test voltage and should works fine for that.
I have one too and it works fine in circuit.
 
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« Reply #9728 on: July 03, 2020, 08:46:57 pm »
My latest purchase is the Rigol DS1054Z scope last month. After wanting a scope since I was a teen, at 40 I finally own a scope. Sure its not as fancy as a lot of the other ones but after seeing Dave's video on the DS1054, and its "options" it was a no-brainer especially at $370 shipped. I haven't really done anything fancy with it besides clipping to a few things here and there to "learn" the functions.

Congrats on your first scope! Have fun!
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Re: What did you buy today? Post your latest purchase!
« Reply #9729 on: July 04, 2020, 05:26:53 pm »
My latest purchase is the Rigol DS1054Z scope last month. After wanting a scope since I was a teen, at 40 I finally own a scope.
Getting your first scope is like losing your virginity. You never forget your first!

The 1054 is a fine choice. You'll learn a LOT and have fun in the process. Just be forewarned, scopes can be addictive. You'll find yourself rationalizing all sorts of "reasons" why you need another, or one with more bandwidth, or deeper memory, or 10-12 bit A/D's, or a larger screen, or....

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Re: What did you buy today? Post your latest purchase!
« Reply #9730 on: July 05, 2020, 04:26:13 am »
My latest purchase is the Rigol DS1054Z scope last month. After wanting a scope since I was a teen, at 40 I finally own a scope. Sure its not as fancy as a lot of the other ones but after seeing Dave's video on the DS1054, and its "options" it was a no-brainer especially at $370 shipped. I haven't really done anything fancy with it besides clipping to a few things here and there to "learn" the functions.
Here is a little keyword you may want to search, both on Google and on this forum: Riglol.
 

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Re: What did you buy today? Post your latest purchase!
« Reply #9731 on: July 05, 2020, 07:53:11 am »
Just got this wonderful SW DX machine:



This is a lot of a wideband receiver in a compact package:
FM (stereo), LW, MW, SW, SSB, AIR, AM-SYNC (that works!), scanner, narrow and wide band, dual conversion, 2000 memories...

Love it!

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« Reply #9732 on: July 05, 2020, 01:41:04 pm »
Here is a little keyword you may want to search, both on Google and on this forum: Riglol.

That was a day 0 thing. ;) Pretty much everything else was unlocked & official when I first powered it on so the only thing I wanted was the 100Mhz option, not that I *need* 100, but I sure as heck wasn't going to say 'no' especially considering Dave's teardown shown the front end could do 100. I use duckduck though. :)
 

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« Reply #9733 on: July 05, 2020, 11:21:05 pm »
Arrived yesterday, a IC-Tester.... 8)

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« Reply #9734 on: July 05, 2020, 11:44:59 pm »
Just got this wonderful SW DX machine:

This is a lot of a wideband receiver in a compact package:
FM (stereo), LW, MW, SW, SSB, AIR, AM-SYNC (that works!), scanner, narrow and wide band, dual conversion, 2000 memories...

Love it!

The features remind me of my old Sony ICF-2010. Haven't used it for many years, not even sure where it is... Somewhere safe in the house I'm sure :)

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« Reply #9735 on: July 08, 2020, 03:17:30 am »
I bought (another) telescope. I blame Scott Manley.


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https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1493273-REG/celestron_22035_travel_scope_dx_70mm.html
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Re: What did you buy today? Post your latest purchase!
« Reply #9736 on: July 08, 2020, 10:28:57 am »
I bought this awesome caliper from this shop here :
https://it.aliexpress.com/item/32920210996.html
 

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« Reply #9737 on: July 08, 2020, 12:16:03 pm »
Two 70mai Dash Cam Pro + GPS module to replace my aging crappy dash cam, they're for front & rear.

Has this weird 2592x1944 resolution video in H265.  ::)
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Re: What did you buy today? Post your latest purchase!
« Reply #9738 on: July 08, 2020, 09:20:30 pm »
A BMW R100RT :) Was sitting for 12 years in the mud, nice project for the winter :D
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« Reply #9739 on: July 08, 2020, 09:22:25 pm »
A BMW R100RT :) Was sitting for 12 years in the mud, nice project for the winter :D

Nice! I've got an R1150RS and I also ride an R1200RS and an S1000XR. Looks like a fun project.
 

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« Reply #9740 on: July 09, 2020, 09:23:35 am »
I have had this tester for a few weeks:

https://www.amazon.com/Testers-KJ-KayJI-Multimeter-Capacity-Temperature/dp/B07X3HST7V/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=usb+c+tester%2Ckj&qid=1594286016&sr=8-2

Then when re-writing the manual to be able to get more out of it, I realised it is pretty much a power monitor for anything.  Not only that, but it can be used to make up any kind of USB adaptor lead.  So to make it as flexible as possible for monitoring and plug/socket conversions, I bought these yeaterday:

https://www.amazon.com/Onite-5-5x2-1mm-Connectors-Notebook-Adapter/dp/B01C5F4GW0/ref=sr_1_1?crid=14U61164AUS8P&dchild=1&keywords=onite+28pcs+different+size&qid=1594286452&sprefix=onite+28%2Caps%2C283&sr=8-1

and

https://www.amazon.com/Connector-Adapter-Converter-Support-Charging/dp/B07DVR5XPJ/ref=sr_1_1?crid=B3T8KPP16NMA&dchild=1&keywords=sunmns+otg+usb&qid=1594286509&sprefix=sunmns+otg%2Caps%2C276&sr=8-1

Should be able to charge and monitor most things now with this little set up, especially rechargeables.
 

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« Reply #9741 on: July 09, 2020, 09:57:51 pm »
I bought this awesome caliper from this shop here :
https://it.aliexpress.com/item/32920210996.html

Could be the same factory: https://www.amazon.ca/iGaging-ABSOLUTE-Digital-Electronic-Caliper/dp/B00K3PZXMW
I have two and they are great. Its not mitutoyo but its almost as good for 1/3rd? the price.
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Re: What did you buy today? Post your latest purchase!
« Reply #9742 on: July 10, 2020, 04:09:11 am »
Set of USB converter/adapters - 10pc for about $5.  Took 10 weeks to arrive Being aware that some cables, and possibly some adpators, don't connect all the wires through the first thing I did was try to connect a mouse through various combinations of adapters - not a complete test, but I would assume that if all four standard wires were not connected I would get some sort of error (certainly did get an error on a known "charging only" lead in my bag).  All adapters worked.  So link for those foolish enough to chance $5 on a delivery taking 10 weeks: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32874895044.html?spm=a2g0s.12269583.0.0.6cbf52dfuZUPyH
 

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« Reply #9743 on: July 10, 2020, 04:52:05 am »
Poor Man's high voltage impulse generator.  For EMI/EMC testing - if your board is susceptible, I promise this will knock it over.  Normally your testing would involve spiking to the metalwork - but if you were designing for reliability you might have specific I/O connections you wanted to Direct-Inject test into.  The lug on the side of the push switch goes to the metalwork (ie It is the return).  The unit comes with a probe.  But it really can kill just about anything electronic, so you need to be pretty sure you know what you are doing before using it.  About $5, and takes about 10 weeks to arrive (or choose a faster shpping option). 
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32951131625.html?spm=a2g0s.9042311.0.0.27424c4dWE8vft
 
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« Reply #9744 on: July 10, 2020, 11:25:02 am »
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For EMI/EMC testing - if your board is susceptible, I promise this will knock it over.  Normally your testing would involve spiking to the metalwork - but if you were designing for reliability you might have specific I/O connections you wanted to Direct-Inject test into.


I am sorry but you are mixing apples and pears. That piezo element is surge generator -  industrial testing according to EN 61000-4-5. "Direct-Inject" (not correct term, is used for RF coupling to wires via injecting clamps, according to IEC 61000-4-6) test is ALWAYS with some coupling element ( EN61000-4-5 , chapter 6.3), with series resistance and parallel capacitance.  It is absolutely necessary to keep in correct terminology in EMC. You are NOT testing your device for surges by spiking to metalwork. For that is ESD gun, completely different test and different methodology. 

You might mean that piezo element is burst generator, but definitely is not.  Please, use correct terms or you will mislead others.
 
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« Reply #9745 on: July 10, 2020, 11:25:03 pm »
Bought another Power clamp meter from ISO-TECH, this time an IPM138 AC/DC
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« Reply #9746 on: July 11, 2020, 03:50:40 am »
I didn’t buy it today but I would like to post a picture of my 2013 BMW S1000RR. Not bad for a 75 year old eh?
 
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« Reply #9747 on: July 11, 2020, 05:01:27 am »
Looks good. I'll be surprised if I'm alive at 75, much less riding a supersport.  :-+
 

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« Reply #9748 on: July 11, 2020, 05:33:49 am »
Well I am surprised to be alive at 75, let alone still riding. I think you will make it, in spite of what is going on today. When it is my turn, it won’t matter if it’s a little germ or a Mac truck. Stay safe. 🏍
 

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« Reply #9749 on: July 11, 2020, 06:00:46 am »
I bought this awesome caliper from this shop here :
https://it.aliexpress.com/item/32920210996.html

I wonder how these compare to Shahe calipers:

https://shahe.aliexpress.com/store/group/Digital-Vernier-Caliper/927893_253952831.html

I don't suppose anyone has experience with both makes and can comment?
 


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