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Inexpensive multimeter that reads up to 500ma?

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Hi all,

I have a multimeter, but it only reads DC current up to 200ma. Not much of a help with my new build where I'm hoping to run an LG open can at ~400ma.

Can someone recommend a meter that will read up to 500ma, but not cost too much (hoping for less than $50)?

Thank you! :)
 





Thanks Mike 8-)

Edit: They have one analog meter that goes up to 500ma, but the reviews say it's not too precise. Of course, for $3.99 and free shipping, I'd be surprised if it did anything at all!
 
Most really cheap digital multimeters also have a 10/20A range with a seperate contact for the positive lead. I recommend using those since the internal resistance is nearly zero when using that contact, so it doesnt screw with your circuit.

Resolution in the 20A range usually is 10 mA - not very precise but good enough for most purposes.
 
i bought a multimeter at radioshack the other day for $35 it reads up to 400ma on one input and up to 10A at the other. they also offer a higher ma one for a little bit more money. it is deffenatly money well spent i think.

THanks,
Mitch
 
I have this one from DX, it's pretty accurate as far as I know (when testing DDL circuit it gives me near exact current as calculated from resistor values)
 
rubberband said:
i bought a multimeter at radioshack the other day for $35 it reads up to 400ma on one input and up to 10A at the other. they also offer a higher ma one for a little bit more money. it is deffenatly money well spent i think.

THanks,
Mitch
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Thanks Mitch, I just bought the same one today, it's perfect for what I need! :)
 
I just got the same one Mitch. You know what they say, brilliant minds think alike ;Dphoenix77/rob 8-)
 
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