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02-29-2024, 02:05 PM
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Multimeter Device
I'm constantly searching at flea markets for a correct dash light switch for
my 35. As many of you know the 35 and 36 switches operate the opposite of each other so I need to figure out what type multimeter would indicate to me if a switch is on when pulled out or when pushed in. Experience has taught me that just because there's a correct 35 knob on a switch is not a guarantee it's a correctly operating one. I own a nice little Radio Shack multimeter and I just bought new batteries for it but I'd like to have a device that would make a sound, light up or something to indicate when the power is being transferred from one switch terminal to the other on a switch I'm thinking about buying but my meter doesn't do that. Automotive electronics is not one of my strong areas of expertise. |
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02-29-2024, 02:24 PM
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Re: Multimeter Device
Harbor Freight has them for cheap
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02-29-2024, 02:28 PM
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02-29-2024, 02:33 PM
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Re: Multimeter Device
You'll use the continuity test feature to check the operation of a switch.
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02-29-2024, 02:37 PM
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Not sure how much you want to spend, but Fluke is the industry standard. Will probably be the last one you'll ever need to buy. |
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02-29-2024, 02:48 PM
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9-Function Digital Multimeter with Audible Continuity measure AC/DC voltage to 600 volts, DC current, resistance, diode, capacitance, audible continuity, and battery test . The multimeter has a high-accuracy 6000 count backlit display. Includes built-in noncontact voltage testing.
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02-29-2024, 05:10 PM
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Re: Multimeter Device
Thanks everyone for all your great suggestions.
Peter |
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02-29-2024, 05:45 PM
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Re: Multimeter Device
Even the cheap ones now have a capacitance test feature on them these days. It's for testing condensers; I'd want that capability.
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