Test & Measurement

20% Off Select Extech Multimeters & Testers!

Aug 4, 2014 Stuart 2 Comments

Save an instant 20% off select Extech multimeters, measurement and testing tools, and accessories!

New Tools

General Tools PalmScope Digital Borescope Review

Jul 30, 2014 Stuart 1 Comment

General Tools’ new PalmScope is a digital borescope that wraps up nice and tidy for compact storage and transport.

Electrical Tools

New Klein Premium Silicone Test Leads

Jul 29, 2014 Stuart 6 Comments

Klein has come out with new premium silicone universal test leads that fit standard multimeter banana jacks.

Electrical Tools

New Milwaukee Auto Voltage and Continuity Tester

Jul 3, 2014 Stuart 10 Comments

Milwaukee has come out with two new auto-ranging voltage and continuity testers that look to be quick and easy to use.

New Tools

Fluke Connect – a New Wireless Meter & Measurement System

May 12, 2014 Stuart 7 Comments

Fluke has just announced Fluke Connect, their lineup of wireless tools and apps that allow you to view and share real-time readouts, historical measurements, and more, from your smartphone.

Electrical Tools

Best Digital Multimeter: Fluke 87V Review

Apr 16, 2014 Stuart 19 Comments

We reviewed Fluke’s 87V digital multimeter, which turned out to be the best handheld meter we have ever used!

DIY Projects

An Oscilloscope, an Arduino Servo PWM Signal, and a Wild-Goose Chase

Apr 4, 2014 Stuart 4 Comments

I made some seriously silly mistakes recently when testing a new oscilloscope and “known” digital signal.

Power Tool Accessories

OMT Metal Blade Testing Part 2: Testing & Measurement Tools

Mar 17, 2014 Stuart 16 Comments

Here is an outline of the tools that are being used in our independent testing of Bosch oscillating multi-tool blades.

Cordless

Dewalt’s Thermal Imaging Camera is a Bad Value

Mar 10, 2014 Stuart 10 Comments

A reader wrote in asking about Dewalt’s imaging thermometer, leading us to think more about the product’s value.

Editorial

The Quest for the Best Fluke Current Clamp Multimeter Test Leads

Feb 26, 2014 Stuart 7 Comments

I thought selecting a current clamp to use with my multimeter would be a quick and easy task. I was wrong.

New Tools

New Agilent BenchVue Software for Multimeters, Oscilloscopes, and More

Feb 14, 2014 Stuart 6 Comments

Agilent is coming out with some nice new BenchVue software that pulls data from multiple test equipment sources for monitoring and control.

Electrical Tools

Multimeter Test Leads: PVC vs. Silicone Wire Insulation

Feb 13, 2014 Stuart 7 Comments

Here’s something you might not have considered before – which are better, PVC or silicone multimeter test leads?

Editorial

Agilent 34461A Benchtop Multimeter Mini Review

Feb 12, 2014 Stuart 18 Comments

Here are a few words about our recent purchase of an Agilent 34461A digital benchtop multimeter.

Test & Measurement

FLIR “Buy More Get More” Free Tools and Gifts Promo

Feb 7, 2014 Stuart 1 Comment

If you recently spent $250+ on FLIR tools, or plan to make a purchase soon, be sure to check out their “buy more, get more” free gift promo.

Cordless

Price Drop: Fluke Visual IR Thermometers

Feb 3, 2014 Stuart 4 Comments

Fluke has recently slashed the prices of their VT02 and VT04 visual infrared thermometers.

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