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| bdunham7:
I'd suggest not trying to combine too many functions into one box, as there are limitations on how far this can go without compromises. Having a DMM with CAT-IV 600V ratings, full 1000V meter protection and full LCR capability for example--that is just not doable AFAIK. If you want the insulation tester function, get a separate unit. The VICI V60B+ and its ilk are $50 or so, I'm sure Aneng and so forth have their own competitors in the 'good enough' space. Since you are in the UK and you can buy Brymen with a warranty, look at one of those for your DMM function--I think the 869S has the VFD HF rolloff feature you are looking for. I'm guessing you aren't looking at springing for a Fluke 289. Then if you want an LCR meter, get one--the DER DE-5000 is highly regarded by some here and can be had for less than $100. With regards to CEM, if you are going to buy junk at least stick to buying cheap junk. That way when it blows up it's easier to just chuck it, provided it doesn't kill you. I'm willing to bet you can get all 3 of the instruments I mentioned for not much more than an "IP-67 rated" CEM all-in-one (well, two-in-one anyway) unit--and they won't be junk. At least the Brymen and DER surely won't. And for more info on CEM and IP-67, read this discussion and both links in the message. https://www.eevblog.com/forum/testgear/hear-kitty-kitty-kitty-nope-not-that-kind-of-cat/msg3714598/#msg3714598 |
| hydrocarbonPrimate:
Thanks all, I'm thinking i can bin the insulation test off and pick up a standalone tester for that. I'm looking at the sanwa pc7000 japanese made. Will compare it to the brymen and other suggestions you've all made. Thanks you all. |
| nightfire:
Regarding LCR testers: In UK the Peak Atlas series of devices is easily obtainable, and they have a good reputation also. Also, Hioki Multimeters seem to be fairly affordable (just checked with the farnell online shop) and are also regarded as viable alternative to the other big brands. |
| J-R:
Some of Sanwa's DMMs are basically Brymens. The PC-7000 for example uses Brymen's DMM chip, and the feature set is somewhere in between the BM867s and BM869s. It has the same AC bandwidth limits of the BM867s but does have the VFD/LPF feature of the BM869s. Accessories such as the magnet and USB/PC adapter are identical to Brymen's. However, the construction is a bit different, so it's not simply a rebrand like Greenlee, etc. |
| unknownparticle:
Another brand to consider is Hioki, designed and made in Japan. Not cheap but very good. Also, I don't know why but I forgot to mention that I have a virtually unused Brymen 869S for sale, complete with box and all originally supplied accessories, PM me if that is of interest. Out of interest, this is Joe Smiths favourite DMM, or one of his favourites. |
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