[sdiy] Multimeter advice?

[Colin f]

> The capacitance ranges are the least-used feature since they 
> required that a cap is out of circuit and also has reasonably 
> long leads to fit in the testing slot.

I'd never used a capacitance meter until I started using surface mount caps.
So many surface mount caps are unmarked, I've found it essential since.
Unless you're very strict about only having one value on the bench at a
time, it's really easy to lose track.

Cheers,
Colin f