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    Multimeters and test equipment.

    G'day, all. I have spent many hours trying to get details on test equipment that is accurate and affordable. I have came up with this gem;
    http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Brand-New...502#vi-content. This is for gauge cluster testing and reconditioning, hopefully.

    I have two doubts about it. 1) It comes without leads, case etc. (there is one from Hong Kong withall the goodies, but 1-2 months delivery.
    2) I have never bought anything from Amazon.

    I have tried to source equipment from the local electronics store (Jaycar outlet), because I like to shop locally, but they have less able equipment at way higher prices.

    If anyone knows of viable alternatives, your input is welcome. Thank you. mudnut.
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    It does seem to be a very clever meter, especially for that price, I don't believe you will get anything locally for any ware near $200.
    I understand your hesitation buying it from ebay as this type of seller can be difficult to deal with when you receive a faulty unit and I would not believe the unit is in Brisbane as the add states.
    I have a Fluke 287 Multimeter myself, that cost about $650 and does not have an oscilloscope.

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    Yeah I would not hesitate to buy from Amazon. Too easy.
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    This one in the Jaycar catalogue http://www.jaycar.com.au/productView...UBCATID=1062#1 looks like a pretty good unit, but does not measure micro amps.

    And this one looks like a sturdier unit, but then again is something goes wrong, that's a lot of cash down the drain

    http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/USB-HandH...p2054897.l4275
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    Quote Originally Posted by mudnut View Post
    This one in the Jaycar catalogue http://www.jaycar.com.au/productView...UBCATID=1062#1 looks like a pretty good unit, but does not measure micro amps.

    And this one looks like a sturdier unit, but then again is something goes wrong, that's a lot of cash down the drain

    http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/USB-HandHeld-Scopemeter-Oscilloscope-DMM-3-5-UTD1025CL-200MS-s-Multimeter-/121072540328?_trksid=p2054897.l4275
    Of the three this one from China looks the best as far as specs go. It has a real CRO probe output for a start. The USB output should enable you to view the screen on a monitor or a laptop, which is a great help when looking at complex waveforms or pulses. Ask if the software is included.

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    Quote Originally Posted by BillsGU View Post
    Of the three this one from China looks the best as far as specs go. It has a real CRO probe output for a start. The USB output should enable you to view the screen on a monitor or a laptop, which is a great help when looking at complex waveforms or pulses. Ask if the software is included.
    I agree.
    I haven't had anything to do with that range of Uni-T gear but their DMM's are OK.
    There is any amount of the UT1025's for sale out of the U.S. if the OP doesn't want to deal with China as well.
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    Never tried these brands. If it is Chinese and on eBay, chances are you can get it cheaper.

    http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Uni-T...325618133.html

    $142 isn't too much of a gamble. Shipping time would be the downside.

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    Thanks for your opinions, blokes. The uni-t unit does look tempting, so I will keep searching.
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