[sdiy] Opinions on multimeters?

[Bruce]

Hi Adam,
I've had a Fluke 87 for well over ten years and use it almost daily at work.
Never had a problem with it - it's a great meter.  The B+K looks good, too.
I'm sure either would be great choices.

Bruce



> At 09:38 PM 12/12/2007, Adam Schabtach wrote:
> >I'm about to indulge myself in a new multimeter, mostly for use with my
> >synth-building and microprocessor-futzing activities. Of primary interest
to
> >me is DC measurement accuracy. I'm interested in any opinions that anyone
> >cares to offer.
> >
> >The two I'm currently most interested in are the Fluke 87V and the B+K
> >Precision 2890A. They both have a street price of around $300. The B+K
seems
> >to spec out a little better and has more features (e.g. an optional USB
> >interface). On the other hand, many years ago when I worked with people
who
> >were Serious About Test Equipment, Fluke was the brand of choice.
> >
> >Any other brands I should be considering? I'd rather not go much higher
in
> >price. On the other hand, any candidates have to have "basic DC accuracy"
> >better than 0.5%. Thanks in advance for any opinions offered.
> >
> >--Adam
> >(tries not to skimp on tools)
> >
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