Sinometer MS8221 Auto/Manual Ranging Digital Multimeter

by Sinometer

Product Description

Specifications: DCV:0-200mV-2V-20V-200V-600V, ±0.7%, input impedance: 10 M Ohms; ACV:0-200mV-2V-20V-200V-600V, ±0.7%, input impedance: 10 M Ohms; DCA:200uA-2000uA-200mA-2.0A-10.00A±2.0%; ACA:200uA-2000uA-200mA-2.0A-10.00A±3.0%; R:0-200-2k-20k-200k-2M-20M±1.0%; Temperature:-20ºC- 0ºC; 0ºC- 400ºC; 400ºC - 1000ºC; 0ºF - 50º F; 50º F- 750º F;750º F- 1800º F, C/ F selectable; Battery Tester: It checks the batteries with a built-in load: for the batteries voltages of 1.5V/ 3.0V/9.0V; (Load current: 1.5V/50mA,3V/30mA,9V/1mA); Audible continuity:<50ohm; Transistor: hFE: 0-1000; Diode test:25uA,3.0V. Test leads, batteries, thermocouple, multifunctional test socket and user manual included

Product Details

Data Sheet [52kb PDF]

• Product Dimensions: 6.2 x 2.5 x 1.2 inches ; 8.8 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B0006GD9Z6
• Item model number: MS8221
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #24,304 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #98 in Home Improvement > Electrical > Tools & Testers > Multi Testers

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A great product at a great price. Until it comes time to replace the fuse!, July 9, 2008

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plasticlizard - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Sinometer MS8221 Auto/Manual Ranging Digital Multimeter (Misc.)

I've used this meter for a month now and here is my take on it.

Positives...

-The meter housing is a rubber and plastic composite making it hard to break.
-Solid feel to the buttons, switch and ports.
-The cables are very good and come with protective end-caps for storage.
-The temp probe works great. I used it to write a review on another product :D
-The AC/DC, Temperature and Battery Test functions work properly.
-The Maximum Value hold feature is nice.
-Accuracy is right up there with more expensive meters.

Negatives...

-The backlight shuts off too soon. Instead of 15 seconds the backlight needs to stay on for a good minute.
-The protective end-caps have the potential to come off. They need to snap into place.

Comments...

I'm using the box the meter came in as a case. I would have paid extra for a hoster or case.

The company didn't offer an online electronic manual. I contacted the company and they sent me one. I wanted an electronic version in case I lost the manual that came with the meter.

Overall I'm very pleased as it's a great product at a great price!

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Update...

Blew the fuse which is located inside. This happens some times and you just have to replace it. It's usually no problem UNLESS you cannot find the fuse. Ran around town to half a dozen places looking for this damn fuse. Never found a 200mA 250V fuse basically making this meter useless!

14 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Multimeter, October 5, 2005

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Donald J. Sage (Mammoth Lakes, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sinometer MS8221 Auto/Manual Ranging Digital Multimeter (Misc.)

Somewhat complicated to use.
Needs accessory clamp to measure amperage, but I couldn't find out where to get it.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great meter with solid construction, August 26, 2010

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Sean Peterson "seany cash" (Quad Cities, IA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sinometer MS8221 Auto/Manual Ranging Digital Multimeter (Misc.)

I purchased this multimeter after much researching and I am very happy with it. It tests all the things I need and is a good size. It is hard to tell from the picture, but it is a very manageable size and has a good easy to read display on it. I was worried it would be too small, but it is a perfect size for me and fits well in my hand.

I tested it with some known value resistors and power supplies and everything was spot on. Just turn the switch to your desired reading and the best value is displayed. You can also manually switch between them with the range button, but I prefer auto range myself.

The backlight works well, you have to hold the button for 2 seconds and then it stays on about 15 seconds. Overall this is a very good meter for the price. I am an electronics engineering student and this works perfectly for everything I need. If you are looking for a good meter in the $25 dollar range, buy this one.

I noticed that someone commented about the fuse being hard to find, but I found many places online that had a 5 pack of 200mA/250V fuses for about $2.00. I haven't needed a new fuse though and I have had mine for months.