good source for multimeter?

Russell Dawkins · « **on:** 18 Jan 2009, 08:56 am »

I am looking for a cheap but functional hand held multimeter, mainly for the frequency counter function. Capacitor and inductance would be nice.
I found this Protek 6300 that has a mind-boggling number of functions for $63.

http://www.testextra.com/protek/pages/protek_6300_handheld_dmm.htm

Would I be buying too low on the food chain?

Does anyone have any recommendations for something similar but better? A better source for this type of product?

A Canadian source would be especially welcome - rather not bring things across the border when I don't have to.

Thanks in advance.

Russell

TomS · « **Reply #1 on:** 18 Jan 2009, 11:28 am »

You have PM. Tom

Niteshade · « **Reply #2 on:** 18 Jan 2009, 01:29 pm »

http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=37772

It appears to have a frequency counter that goes up to 20,000hz.

BobM · « **Reply #3 on:** 18 Jan 2009, 03:09 pm »

Sears has a couple of very good models. Radio Shack should also have some, if cheaper and less complete functionally.

Bob

bricktop · « **Reply #4 on:** 18 Jan 2009, 04:00 pm »

Get a used Fluke off of eBay

jazzcourier · « **Reply #5 on:** 18 Jan 2009, 04:24 pm »

I found that local pawn shops usually have a few in stock.Chances are there will be a nice Fluke or two.Make a few calls to some local pawns and see what they have in stock!