Inexpensive multimeter that reads up to 500ma?

[apex007]

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!

 

[el-taco]

I also need a multimeter.

 

[Hemlock_Mike]

Look at DX.. I have several of their meters.

Mike

 

[apex007]

Thanks Mike

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!

 

[Benm]

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.

 

[rubberband]

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

 

[Petrovski]

I prefer Fluke myself, but if you're looking for a cheap meter this one looks pretty good, can handle currents up to 10A: http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.594

 

[styropyro]

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)

 

[apex007]

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

Thanks Mitch, I just bought the same one today, it's perfect for what I need!

 

[phoenix77]

I just got the same one Mitch. You know what they say, brilliant minds think alike ;Dphoenix77/rob