Ohm Reader

[xxrob511]

So after spending lots of hours learning about saftey with ohms and knowing how much your battery can handle and whats a safe build for that specific battery. I ordered a multimeter. I get it and it is a bust so I was just wondering if someone can give insight on this model Amazon.com: INNOVA 3300 Hands-free Digital Multimeter (10 MegOhm): Automotive

I just dont want to waste any more money for bunk hardware. So what your thoughts on this meter? Will it work for checking ohms? Im kinda still walking into the world of mods I need a mutilmeter

 

[mackman]

Any multimeter should be able to check your ohms and voltage. On those not "self adjusting" you have to touch the leads together and subtract the reading when testing ohms (instruction manual). The one referenced will work well. This one works well for me http://www.harborfreight.com/7-function-multimeter-98025.html

 

[im_coryy]

i have that exact one, it works wonderfully and does its job. it however has a lead resistance of .2 but thats not a bad thing.

 

[xxrob511]

I s h I t you not I have order that multimeter the one you linked from harbor freight and that's the one that does not work!

 

[im_coryy]

i have that exact one, it works wonderfully and does its job. it however has a lead resistance of .2 but thats not a bad thing.

nah the one off amazon, ive herd horror stories about harborfreiht

 

[JustJohnny]

I would make sure that the multi meter you get is UL listed. Many of them are not, I don't think the Harbor Freight ones are UL listed. Craftsman makes good ones for the most part (that aren't overkill). Yes, a Fluke is better, but you probably don't need that just to check ohms. A good multi meter is very handy to have around the house anyway. I have a Craftsman and I think I have a Harbor Freight one (Cen Tech) around the house somewhere too.

 

[xxrob511]

Thank you for your input you guys

 

[inksane]

You should buy one with a 510 connection to test coils. They are so much easier. fasttech has a bunch to choose from.

 

[3mg Meniere]

I tired two multimeters-- and returned both. I would rather use my Vamo to do that. If I did not have one, the ones with the 510 connection are probably the best for amateurs. And much less expensive for what you wnat to use them for. My luc e-fest can read my batteries.