My previous digital multimeter died recently and I was going to purchase a replacement and opted for this one after doing a little research. First, I had a non-clamp multimeter and once I realized that those are only good for <10 amps, I concluded that the clamp type was the way to go. Also, I was also confused on what range to set my old meter to in order to get accurate measurements, so I wanted one with an auto-range feature. After that, I wanted something that was intuitive and easy to use since I'm not the type of guy who has the patience to read an owner's manual that more than likely is translated from Chinese and has the bulk of the content about how not to electrocute oneself. Last, I'm kind of cheap but expect decent quality, so I confined my searches for meters under $35.
This meter has delivered on all fronts. The project I purchased it for was to identify and repair an electrical issue serving my pool pump. I was able to measure 120 and 240 voltage, measure current, and test continuity - it was almost too easy. After a couple weeks of beating my head against the wall, this little meter helped me find the issue and perform the repair.
The quality of the meter appears decent - about what one would expect for $25. If I get a year or two our of it, I'll consider it a success, but I wouldn't be surprised if it lasts much longer than that. The settings are intuitive, the auto-range works flawlessly, and the display is highly visible. It also has a nice auto-off feature that powers it down after 10 minutes of inactivity, which as already saved me from replacing the batteries on a couple of occasions. I highly recommend this meter!
| Manufacturer | TACKLIFE |
|---|---|
| Part Number | CM02A |
| Item Weight | 1.04 pounds |
| Product Dimensions | 7.48 x 2.91 x 1.14 inches |
| Batteries | 2 AAA batteries required. (included) |
| Size | 1.55inch |
| Color | Black |
| Material | ABS |
| Power Source | Battery-powered |
| Voltage | 3 Volts |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Display Style | LCD |
| Special Features | ★special low impedance test<br>★low pass filter<br>★ncv detector<br>★continuity test<br>★Over load protection<br>★Live line test<br>★Trms 6000 counts measuring<br>★Data hold<br>★Auto shuf off<br>★Auto-ranging Multimeter<br> |
| Usage | ★special low impedance test<br>★low pass filter<br>★ncv detector<br>★continuity test<br>★Over load protection<br>★Live line test<br>★Trms 6000 counts measuring<br>★Data hold<br>★Auto shuf off<br>★Auto-ranging Multimeter<br> |
| Included Components | ➤1 x Tacklife CM02A Advanced Clamp Meter<br>➤1 x K-Type Thermocouple<br>➤ 1 x Test Leads (Pair)<br>➤ 2 x 1.5V AAA Batteries<br>➤1 x User Manual<br>➤1 x Cloth Pouch<br>➤1 x 24-After-sale service card |
| Batteries Included? | Yes |
| Battery Cell Type | Alkaline |
| Description Pile | Aaa |
