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Excelvan M6013 Digital Auto Ranging Capacitance Meter Capacitor Tester Professional 0.01pF to 470000uF

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Brand	Excelvan
Power Source	Battery Powered
Style	Digital
Color	Red, yellow, Black
Item Weight	10.56 ounces

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❶SERVICE: 1 year with 100% satisfaction and zero hassle returns service.
❷NOTE: Please discharge the capacitor before testing. Accuracy may be affected by the lead’s length and distance.
❸RANGE: Large measure range from 0.01pF to 470mF/470000uF, V2 reads up to 470mF. Reading 2200uF only take ~0.2S.
❹STABLE: More stable on reading. With auto running averaging function, it can read pF more stable and accurate.
❺MATRIX: 128 x 64 dot matrix LCD, display 5 digital reading. Can use mirco usb as external power.

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4.6

Easy to use

4.6

Accuracy

4.2

Value for money

4.2

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Brand

‎Excelvan

Power Source

‎Battery Powered

Style

‎Digital

Color

‎Red, yellow, Black

Item Weight

‎10.56 ounces

Item dimensions L x W x H

‎4 x 2.3 x 7.1 inches

Specification Met

‎Dot

Manufacturer

‎Jingyan

Part Number

‎M-60-13

Item Weight

‎10.6 ounces

Product Dimensions

‎4 x 2.3 x 7.1 inches

Item model number

‎M-60-13

Is Discontinued By Manufacturer

‎No

Material

‎ABS

Item Package Quantity

‎1

Batteries Included?

‎No

Batteries Required?

‎Yes

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B009CSR8BA

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4.4 509 ratings

4.4 out of 5 stars

Best Sellers Rank

#255,918 in Industrial & Scientific (See Top 100 in Industrial & Scientific)
#26 in Capacitance Meters

Date First Available

September 18, 2012

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Specification:
*Accuracy maybe affected by the test lead's length and distance of test leads. Especially testing pF small capacitance, shortest test lead is recommended, and be careful the surrounding EMI or RF noise may affect the pF reading.
1) Accuracy: Up to 1% (detail on above table)
2) High Resolution: 5 digit
3) Measuring voltage: <0.8V
4) Clamping voltage: ~1.25V (open voltage)
5) Battery 2X AA 1.5V battery(not included)
6) External Power: 5V micro USB
7) Operating current 0.02A
8) Battery Life time: >80 Hours

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4.4 out of 5

509 global ratings

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Customers like the performance, accuracy, value, and quality of the electric circuit testing device. They mention that it works well, is reasonably accurate, and is good value for money. Customers also appreciate the ease of use. However, some customers differ on readability, and length.

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90 customers mention86 positive4 negative

Customers are satisfied with the performance of the electric circuit testing device. They mention that it works well when diagnosing possible faults, and it works great right out of the box. It has a zero function to compensate for the inherent capacitance of the device. Customers also say that it's simple to use and does its work quickly. They recommend it if you need a simple and efficient device for testing capacitors.

"...Still, it seems to be accurate and does its work quickly. I like that it has a broad range of capacitance that it will test...." Read more

"...In any case, this unit zero's out nicely and returns accurate figures...." Read more

"Nothing fancy. Worked great for my needs (testing spare capacitors before using them as replacements, and verifying bad capacitors being replaced)...." Read more

"...in all, while not the best device around, for the price, it seems to perform pretty well...." Read more

75 customers mention59 positive16 negative

Customers like the accuracy of the electric circuit testing device. For example, they say it's sufficient for their home needs, the readings are accurate, and the digital meter is accurate. Some say it zeroes out nicely and returns accurate figures. Overall, most are happy with the product's accuracy and say it is helpful in measuring diy variable capacitors.

"...Still, it seems to be accurate and does its work quickly. I like that it has a broad range of capacitance that it will test...." Read more

"...which prove it to be extremely easy and simple to use while being highly accurate. What more can you ask for?..." Read more

"...In any case, this unit zero's out nicely and returns accurate figures...." Read more

"Pretty sure I will return this unit. Difficult to get credible "zeroing" prior to measurement...." Read more

67 customers mention58 positive9 negative

Customers like the value of the electric circuit testing device. They mention it's very good for the price, inexpensive, and works well for the value. Some say it'll be great for average DIY homeowners.

"...Anyway, I'm very pleased with the meter and the price point." Read more

"...of error, and I guess now that I know this I can adjust, and the price is right, but......" Read more

"...Checked ok but just had to know the exact value of cap. Meter was very inexpensive and let me know the value and if it was leaking or open...." Read more

"...This unit is good when it was working and is probably great for the average DIY homeowners, but it simply couldn't handle the riggers of..." Read more

43 customers mention32 positive11 negative

Customers like the quality of the electric circuit testing device. They say it's an excellent tool, well worth the money, and accurate. Some customers also say it suits their purpose just fine and is an invaluable tool to have around.

"...I probably won't use it very often but it is very handy to have. It also reads very high values which makes it a plus. Thank you!!!!" Read more

"...was looking for a capacitance meter for home use, which is accurate, well made and easy to use...." Read more

"...The accuracy is very good but not lab grade...." Read more

"...Even the clips were good quality. I just used it to sort through a handful of caps I had and wanted to check. Easy...." Read more

33 customers mention33 positive0 negative

Customers find the electric circuit testing device easy to use. They mention that it's simple, dedicated, economical, and a time saver. Some say that the battery is not included.

"...circuit board caps all of which prove it to be extremely easy and simple to use while being highly accurate. What more can you ask for?..." Read more

"I found the meter to be very easy to use and depending on the quality of the capacitor the reading(s) were accurate...." Read more

"...On the plus side, it is extremely easy to use and the auto-ranging is a plus." Read more

"...a capacitance meter for home use, which is accurate, well made and easy to use. This model is auto ranging and the range can be selected manually...." Read more

14 customers mention14 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the service provided by the seller. They mention that the product was delivered quickly, and the service was great.

"...It reads the cap really fast. It's very easy to use, just attack the leads, and look at the values...." Read more

"...Fast and easy measurements." Read more

"...a replacement was shipped fast. New meter is good and service was great. I will order again." Read more

"I was surprised at the speed this test set read the capacitance. Packaging was good." Read more

13 customers mention6 positive7 negative

Customers are mixed about the readability of the electric circuit testing device. Some mention that the display is easy to read and gives a quick and accurate reading, while others say that the readings were way off.

"...but when tested on caps with two different meters; this meter will read slightly higher. Not too too much but it was slightly higher...." Read more

"...Easy. Display is easy to read and the unit feels sturdy in the hand." Read more

"...2 uf. 4uf. AC. but the instrument can’t read it." Read more

"...The display gives you a quick and accurate reading and is well lit up...." Read more

12 customers mention6 positive6 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the length of the electric circuit testing device. Some find the leads to be short, while others say they're too long.

"It has short alligator clip leads for large caps, plus small jacks to plug in tiny caps...." Read more

"...Other than the dang leads. They're too short!!*Update*After using this meter without a hitch the screen went out...." Read more

"I've been looking for a tool like this and it fit the bill nicely. Easy to work, no charts to look up." Read more

"...The leads are pretty short but I have not felt annoyed using it.Price is great, I totally recommend it" Read more

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AmericanInfidelPorkEater

Capacitance Meter

Reviewed in the United States on February 22, 2019

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More than two months after owning it, it seems to be fine. I don't think that it will take much rough treatment. Still, it seems to be accurate and does its work quickly. I like that it has a broad range of capacitance that it will test. If taken care of properly it could be the only meter of its type you need for a long time. I will note that a padded case of some type would have been a nice accessory. The box it comes in has no room for the batteries if you wish to remove them and keep them with the unit. So far, I am satisfied with my tester.

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Daniel J. Zieler

Best value, features, results and more you should know!

Reviewed in the United States on March 20, 2013

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For me to write a review… something would have to be exceptionally good or real bad to help inform others to buy or stay clear from and this is the item to buy if you are dealing with capacitors. I did my pre-buying research which narrowed me down to this best price and feature selection leaving only results to be proven. And now I have several months of usage with it on many types of circuit board caps all of which prove it to be extremely easy and simple to use while being highly accurate. What more can you ask for?

Here is something else you “do it yourselfers” should know if fixing electronics and testing capacitors… Don’t rely on just a visual inspection as most people do looking for just domed caps to replace. Big mistake! After testing hundreds of caps this little gem of a meter shows some over heated domed caps still up to specs (still should replace) while perfectly good looking ones way short of listed specs or completely bad. You can double verify this to be true as this meter indicates with other meters and find it’s true. So save yourself having to do a job twice by checking all the suspect capacitors once with this meter so you can get onto other more important things in life then do over’s. My only improvement wish on their next version of this meter would be capacitor pin holes or metal bar contact area in/on the meters face allowing for simple cap to meter pin touch readings without having to use the corded alligator clips. So Jingyan if you’re reading this users feedback there’s a freebie suggestion from the field you don’t have to pay some high price thinker upper for. Just send me the free upgraded meter in appreciation. lol

44 people found this helpful

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texmln

Accurate Tester

Reviewed in the United States on August 29, 2016

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I use this primarily to test the HVAC capacitors at my house and those of family members so I can catch them before they go bad. It's nice to be able to order new capacitors while they are weak but still operable rather than waiting for them to fry. They always seem to go bad on the hottest day of the year on the Friday afternoon before a holiday weekend when you can't get a replacement anywhere. In any case, this unit zero's out nicely and returns accurate figures. All of my brand new capacitors test within spec as do some of the older ones on HVAC units while some of the oldest on HVAC units test out of range. Good enough for me.

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Road Runner

Excelvan M6013 Digital Capacitance Meter

Reviewed in the United States on April 22, 2016

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I have a solid state 1978 pinball machine that needed some work. One of the problems was being able to measure capacitor values, that's why I bought the Excelvan M6013 Digital Auto Ranging meter. The meter works as advertised and helped me locate a couple of bad 0.05 uf capacitors. I really like the auto ranging feature, it saves fooling around trying to set the meter to the correct range. Some times you just don't know what the correct range should be. The only small gripe I have is the zeroing feature. The meter never really reads zero "0" after initiating the zeroing function. However, after zeroing, the values displayed are extremely small pf values, which you can interpret as approaching zero. Anyway, I'm very pleased with the meter and the price point.

7 people found this helpful

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C. Purdy

Decent tester

Reviewed in the United States on January 4, 2016

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Nothing fancy. Worked great for my needs (testing spare capacitors before using them as replacements, and verifying bad capacitors being replaced). Started with a broken TV that I was going to toss. Ended up with a working TV that I can use. Happy with the result (and the reduction in waste).

This is obviously not one of those high end capacitor testers (I can't remember the name of the tech that the high end ones use), but for use around the house to fix things, this is a decent solution. Unfortunately, with that bad batch of capacitors that came out of China a few years ago (search for "Capacitor plague"), I've had quite a few things fail due to bad capacitors, and I'm glad to be able to fix a few of them now. The irony that this capacitor tester comes from China is not lost on me.

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T. Ogilvie

Excellent value meter

Reviewed in the United States on February 14, 2014

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For the price, I thought I'd give this little meter a shot and see how it performed before I invested in a more expensive solution. I needed a meter that could test capacitors in the 20,000uF - 40,000uF range, which my LCR meter can't do. So far, I've been very impressed. At this point, I have only tested known good capacitors, as I don't have any known bad ones on hand. I've tested a variety ranging from 220-uF all the way up to a 22,000-uF (22mF). I also connected two of the 22,000uF units in parallel and tested them as a 44,000uF unit. So far, the meter has seemed to do very well. All capacitors tested within the %-tolerance of the capacitors specs. For my uses, that's all I'm asking for, and for the price, I think you could do much worse. Keep in mind this unit DOES NOT test ESR, just straight capacitance. If you need ESR as well, I'd suggest a DE-5000 LCR meter, however the DE-5000 doesn't have as large of a capacitance test range as this little guy does.

I'm going to dig up some faulty caps and see how the meter reacts to them, as well as some real small value ones, and I'll update the review at that time.

I'm both a hobbyist and professional electronics technician, and I bought this for my home (hobbyist) use.

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Kindle Customer

Easy to use

Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2023

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I found the meter to be very easy to use and depending on the quality of the capacitor the reading(s) were accurate. I read other reviews about the accuracy and maybe others had issues but the measurement all comes down to the quality of the capacitor and if it is measured alone or in a circuit. I am a retired electrical engineer and I would buy this meter again.

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Carlos Vela Mtz

Provador de capacitores

Reviewed in Mexico on September 20, 2019

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Excelente herramienta para probar rapidamente los capcitores.....

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wloo-jeff-Amazon Customer

good value for money but display drifts

Reviewed in Canada on October 23, 2019

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Product was exactly as described and was delivered fast. Very small capacitances can be measured with the unit. However in the picoFarad range, the instrument display "drifts" up and down and never really settles, so an accurate absolute reading is not possible.

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Reviewed in France on April 7, 2022

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très bien superbe trouvaille je recommande bon appareille

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Rvreddy

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Reviewed in India on August 21, 2019

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Good readings

PWL

Like it.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 1, 2015

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A nice neat unit that works well. Some jitter even after zeroing but not unexpected given the sensitivity. Does the job well at a good price. Recommended.

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