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1. Honeytek A6013L Capacitor Tester
Feature
9 measuring ranges from 200pF to 20mFLCD display with Back Light
Auto discharge for capacitors below 1000V
LSI-circuit provides high reliability and durability
ZERO adjustment for compensation of measuring
Description
Capacitance Range: 0.1pF +/-0.5%+5 820Hz 200pF 1pF +/-0.5%+5 820Hz 2000pF 10pF +/-0.5%+5 820Hz 20nF 100pF +/-0.5%+5 820Hz 200nF 1nF +/-0.5%+5 820Hz 2uF 10nF +/-0.5%+5 82Hz 20uF 100nF +/-0.5%+5 8.2Hz 200uF 1uF +/-2%+10 8.2Hz 2000uF 10uF +/-4%+10 8.2Hz 20mF 9 measuring ranges from 200pF to 20mF, LCD display with Black Light, Auto discharge for capacitors below 1000V, LSI-circuit provides high reliability and durability, ZERO adjustment for compensation of measuring, data-hold function, Over-range indication, Low battery indaction, Compact structure & pocket size, with protection holster.
FEATURES :*1. 9 measuring ranges from 200pF to 20mF
*2. LCD display with Back Light
*3. LSI-sircuit provides high reliability and durability.
*4. With input overload protection
*5. ZERO adjustment for compensation of measuring leads
*6. Data-hold function
*7. Over-range indication
*8. Low battery indication
*9. Compact structure & pocket size
Package Contents :
*1 X 6013 capacitor meter
*2X probes with Original Factory Protective Styrofoam Package
2. Elenco CM1555 Digital Capacitance Meter
Feature
Measures capacitors from .1pF to 20,000uF3 1/2 Digit LCD readout with unit indicator
Zero control for test lead compensation
Banana jack and special insertion jack included
Compact size with tilt stand - Test Leads Included
Description
Digital Capacitance Meter Features: Measures capacitors from .1pF to 20,000uF 3 1/2 Digit LCD readout with unit indicator Zero control for test lead compensation Banana jack and special insertion jack included Compact size with tilt stand Test Leads Included Operates on (1) 9V battery (included).3. DMiotech Multimeter Digital Capacitance Meter Capacitor Pro Tester 0.1pF - 20000uF with LCD Backlight Max 1999 Display w Data Hold Function UA6013L
Feature
Designed to safely and accurately troubleshoot a variety of automotive and household electrical problems. Ensures long service life for the beginners and the professionals.CE certified professional capacitance meter, battery included. 3 1/2 Digits big LCD (max .1999 Display), with backlight.
Data hold function. Manual adjustment knob for zeroing. Capacitance Meter Body Size: 15 x 7.5 x 3cm / 5.9 x 3 x 1.2inch ( L*W*T )
Range and Accuracy: 200pF, 2000pF, 20nF, 200nF, 2uF, 20uF, 200uF (+/-0.5%+/-20 digits);2000uF (+/-2.0%+/-20 digits);2mF (+/-4.0%+/-20 digits)
DMiotech Digital Multimeter comes with a one-year warranty and lifetime support guarantee. Our DMiotech products have the CE Certification.
Description
Features1.Designed to safely and accurately troubleshoot a variety of automotive and household electrical problems. Ensures long service life for the beginners and the professionals.
2.CE certified professional capacitance meter, battery included. 3 1/2 Digits big LCD (max .1999 Display), with backlight.
3.Data hold function. Manual adjustment knob for zeroing. Capacitance Meter Body Size: 15 x 7.5 x 3cm / 5.9 x 3 x 1.2inch ( L*W*T )
4.Range and Accuracy: 200pF, 2000pF, 20nF, 200nF, 2uF, 20uF, 200uF (+/-0.5%+/-20 digits);2000uF (+/-2.0%+/-20 digits);2mF (+/-4.0%+/-20 digits)
5.DMiotech Digital Multimeter comes with a one-year warranty and lifetime support guarantee. Our DMiotech products have the CE Certification.
Specifications:
Model: UA6013L
Range and Accuracy:
200pF, 2000pF, 20nF, 200nF, 2uF, 20uF, 200uF (+/-0.5%+/-20 digits)
2000uF (+/-2.0%+/-20 digits)
2mF (+/-4.0%+/-20 digits)
Capacitance Meter Body Size: 15 x 7.5 x 3cm / 5.9 x 3 x 1.2inch ( L*W*T )
Package Weight: 250g
Package includes:
1 x Pro Capacitance Meter
1 Set x Alligator Test Leads
1 x Battery
1 x English Manual
1 x Storage Box
Please NOTE: The battery will be installed before shipment as the shipment request. Thanks for your understanding.
4. Excelvan M6013 Digital Auto Ranging Capacitance Meter Capacitor Tester Professional 0.01pF to 470000uF
Feature
WARRANTY: 1 year with 100% satisfaction and zero hassle returns guaranteed.NOTE: Please discharge the capacitor before testing. Accuracy may be affected by the lead's length and distance.
RANGE: Large measure range from 0.01pF to 470mF/470000uF, V2 reads up to 470mF. Reading 2200uF only take ~0.2S.
STABLE: More stable on reading. With auto running averaging function, it can read pF more stable and accurate.
MATRIX: 128 x 64 dot matrix LCD, display 5 digital reading. Can use mirco usb as external power.
Description
Please Note:Accuracy may be affected by the test lead's length and distance, especially for testing pF small capacitance. Shortest test lead is recommended,
and be careful the surrounding EMI or RF noise may affect the pF reading.
Please discharge the capacitor before testing. You can use a screwdriver to short circuit or series with a resistor around 10ohm and short for 5
to 10s. There is one fast zener diode inside the meter to prevent high voltage, but it is important to discharge the capacitor firstly as it has large
surge current and voltage, which may damage the meter.
One Key Zero:
OPEN circuit the test leads terminal.
Press then release the "ZERO" button, LCD shows "ZERO" and wait the zero disappear.
If using the meter array socket, need to OPEN circuit to set zero, too.
Running Average:
It will start running average automatically if the capacitance reading become stable and user can get reading more accurately.
During running average it will show "AVG" at right bottom LCD or it will show raw data icon "RAW".
If want to get higher accuracy reading, take the reading during AVG display.
Specification:
Accuracy: Up to 1%
High Resolution: 5 digit
Measuring Voltage: <0.8V
Clamping Voltage: ~1.25V (Open voltage)
Battery: 2x AA 1.5V (Not included)
External Power: 5V micro USB
Operating Current: 0.02A
Battery Life Time: >80 Hours
Package Included:
1x Excelvan Digital Capacitance Meter
1x Pair Test Probe
5. Digital Clamp Meter, 4000 Counts Eventek ET820 Auto-ranging Multimeter with NCV For Measuring Non-contact AC / DC 600V Volt / 600A Amp / Frequency / Resistance / Capacitance / Continuity / Diodes
Feature
Autoranging clamp multimeter can be used to measure AC and DC Voltage, AC Current, Resistance, Diode test, Data Hold, Max Value Hold. troubleshoot electrical problems safelySpecification:AC Current:2A-600A, DC Voltage:200mV- 600V, AC Voltage:200mV- 600V, Resistance:200-20M
Made of high quality ABS, lightweight and portable,durable enough for long term use, Suitable for distribution box, electrical circuit, home users, enthusiasts, professional electricians and technicians
NCV detection function , Non contact voltage detect, LCD display and easy for reading in dark light, The operator can access measurement result in a dark place with the flashlight
One Year Warranty - Protective rubber corner guards for drop protection, Package Content: 1x Eventek ET820 Digital Clamp Multimeter, 1 x User Manual, 1 pair x Test Lead, 3 x Built-in battery(1.5v AAA), 1 x Soft carrying case
Description
Eventek ET820 Digital Clamp MultimeterET820 Clamp Meter makes household electricity maintenance safe and simple. It enables measuring AC/DC voltage, AC current, resistance,Diode
NCV and continuity via one button press without needing to break circuits or come into direct hazardous contact. Press Hold button to lock the reading on the LCD display for your convenience life.
Specifications
- AC Current:2A/20A/200A/600A(2.5%+10d)
- DC Voltage:200mV/2V/20V/200V/600V(0.5%+5)
- AC Voltage:200mV/2V/20V/200V (1.0%+3) 600V(1.2%+5)
- Resistance:200/2k/20k/200k/2M (0.8%+5) 20M (1.5% +10)
- Diode and on-off test: buzzer (when turn on resistance less than 30, the buzzer of machine will alarming)
- Diode (display approximate diode positive voltage data)
- Power supply: 3 x 1.5V AAA battery
- Environment temperature: 18~28; humidity: 80%
- Operating temperature: 0~40 / Humidity: < 80%RH
- Storage temperature: -10~60 / Humidity: < 70%RH (Remove Battery)
- Dimensions: 230 x 150 x 45mm/ 9.05 x 5.90 x 1.77in
- Weight: 230g/0.5lb
Package Contents
1 x Eventek ET820 Clamp Digital Multimeter
1 pair x Test Lead
3 x AAA 1.5V battery
1 x User Manual
1 x Soft carrying case
6. LCD Digital Meter XC6013L Capacitance Capacitor Tester mF uF Circuit Gauge Capacitance Meter Tester
Feature
100% Brand New, Tested before Shipping.With LCD Display Screen
Removable Battery Powered(Included)
Probe Included
After Sale Service Available
Description
Capacitance Range 200pF 2% 2000pF 20nF 200nF 2uF 20uF 200uF 2000uF 20mF Package Includes: 1 x capacitor meter 1 x probes 1 x user manual 1 x battery7. Digital Multimeter, HOLDPEAK 4070L Manual-Ranging Multi Tester for Measuring ResistanceCapacitance, Inductance, Transistor, hFE of 2000 Count (Blue)
Feature
UL SAFETY CERTIFICATION APPROVEDUL certified digital multimeter multi tester designed to safely and accurately troubleshoot a variety of automotive and household electrical problems.AUTO METER & MANUAL METER ARE AVAILABLEMulti Meter Digital Manual-ranging scales eliminate the need to dial in the correct range when making electronic measurements.
SIMPLE OPERATION DESIGNFeatures large digital display and color coded LED's for battery quick check. PACKAGE DOESN'T CONTAIN BATTERY!!!
MORE FUNCTIONS YOU NEED ARE AVAILABLEMeasurement of ResistanceCapacitance InductanceTransistor hFE test .hand held, with safety protection, streamline ,31 / 2 lcr digital multimeter operation manual.
HIGH SAFETY PERFORMANCEProtective rubber corner guards for drop protection.
Description
HOLDPEAK specializes in developing and manufacturing digital clamp meter ,analog meter, battery tester and megger etc. The 4070L is manual-ranging digital multimeter multi tester for measuring current, voltage, resistance, capacitance in commercial, home repair, automotive and electrical testing applications. Audible continuity function confirms that the circuit conducts electricity and a diode test detects whether a circuit's diodes are working properly. A low-battery indicator signals when the meter's batteries need to be replaced. It has the range to identify the live wire by showing a black delta shape on the clear and big LCD screen.(putting the red probe into jack and holding the metal part of black probe) Displays results quickly with 2-3 readings per second update speed. It can be used to diagnose, assemble, and repair circuitry and wiring.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Resistor : 20/200/2K/20K/200K/2M/20M/200M/2000M 1.5%+5
Capacitance:2000pF/20nF/200nF/2uF/20uF/200uF 5%+10
Inductance:20mH/200mH/2H/20H 2.5%+25
FEATURES:
Low Battery Display , Negative Polarity Display
Infrared Data Detection, Livewire Identification
Sampling Frequency:3times/s ,Max Display:1999
GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS:
Product Color: Iron-gray and Blue
Product Net Weight:200g/ 7oz
LCD Size:6638mm/2.6 inch x1.5 inch
Product Size:1437532mm /5.6inch x 2.9 inch x 1.2inch
Power:19V 6F22 battery. PACKAGE DOESN'T CONTAIN BATTERY!!!
PACKAGE CONTENT:
1 x Digital Multimeter Multi Tester
1 Pair x Test Probe Leads3ft wire
1 x English Manual
1 x outer case