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Klein in my opinion has always been the go to for electrical wether professional or DYI. Just found this channel, very informative thank you for sharing brother. Take care. A new subscriber.
This cracks me up! I literally have a separate YT window open doing research on how to use my multimeter trying to figure out what's wrong with my solar panels. Bought it when my boys were in the house for them to learn, and now that they've moved out, I need to learn it. Perfect timing!
I might have to pick up one of these ET270's. I've got the MM320 in my electrical kit and honestly it's just a lot more than I need. Half the time I forget what each option does and have to bust out the manual. The one you showed here makes that a lot less of an issue.
Balls drop close to the car. xD Great list of practical applications! I'm getting used, for most of what I need, to a pen type multimeter. Also works as a small torch, and non contact voltage tester. I still have around my dad's analog multimeter, as well as a newer digital multimeter... but for the most part, the pen style does the job. Easier to carry around too, and it takes AAA batteries which are cheaper and easier to find where I live. Very likely not as accurate though. Display is tiny, and navigation a bit confusing. And of course, you don't have DC current or a clamp to work with... but I rarely need those. For batteries, I got a battery case that came with a cheap-o battery tester. Analog one that doesn't require batteries. It's just more convenient. The display already shows most common voltages for batteries, a scale from bad to good, and it can read anything from button cells, up through the spectrum, and has contacts for 9V. I dunno how reliable it is since it's so dirty cheap that it came as a gift with the battery case, but seems good enough. xD
For me getting a meter that measures capacitance allows me to check AC capacitors which are easy to change. Saves a lot if avoiding a service call. Also you can buy an attachment that effectively splits the power cord into hot and neutral so you can measure amps. No need to open the outlet.
Thanks for the feedback, I also like the capacitance capability. For the price of a capacitor as compared to a service call you can pay for your meter in 1 fix.
Great video. I just bought a multimeter to check out the voltage from my doorbell transformer after installing a doorbell camera. I was getting low voltage messages from my camera. Changed the transformer to one with a little more voltage and checked the voltage again. It was within spec for the doorbell and the low voltage message went away. Having the voltage meter gave me insight needed to resolve the problem.
My favorite screwdriver is a 6 in 1- it has 2 philips sizes, 2 straight slot sizes and 2 nutdriver sizes. I like it because it does what I need but it isn't overly complicated. I've tried the 11 in 1 and I have to fiddle with it too much to find the bit that I need. I have a ratcheting screwdriver with a lot of bits in the handle but it is the same issue- I don't really need that many different bits so it is too difficult to change bits. I have a really old VOM in my workshop and a cheap new VOM in my house, I use them mostly for just testing batteries and testing continuity, occasionally for measuring resistance. I don't normally need the additional features but it is interesting to see what they do.
Hi Scott, Nice video. Question, at about 3:25 using the individual probes the Klein tester showed 127.3 volts. Then at at about 5:42 using the plug method in the same receptacle the same Klein tester shows 121 volts. Why the large difference? Thanks for all your great videos. Take Care, Myles
When measuring current with a clamp meter, its not necessary to remove the receptacle from the box, if you use an AC Line Splitter. Some clamp meters come with one, or you can buy one separately, about $10.
Another thing to add, don’t know if anyone else mentioned it… When you take a resistance measurement the system has to be off and isolated. Testing the heater element, it has to be switched off and disconnected (doesn’t have to be removed)
We're in California, and insurance companies are regularly asking for automated leak protection/shut-off for renewal and even banks for HELOC's and New Loans. Any chance you could start a series on these devices? Even an overview of the tech would help.
What is the range of the DC current measuring part of this meter? Does it go down to milli amps? I would love a good DC clamp meter for working on cars.
Yep, it has multiple flathead, philips, torque, square, and "combo"bits. I honestly couldn't think of a bit I use that doesn't come standard. The nice thing is those bits also fit in your impact driver.
Thanks for the useful video! I don't have a clamp meter so far, and my main concern is that I almost never have an individual conductor accessible to measure the current. It seems that there are "line splitters for clamp meters" that allow measuring the current for something that plugs into an electrical outlet. Does anyone have experience with those? They often have multiple modes that multiply or divide the measurements. Do those work well?
Depending on what you are doing it can be handy on the high inductive loads to see what the actual peak current is on your larger appliances with electric motors and a high load at startup.
@@michaeldunham3385 mostly they aren't listed so you're just guessing. Most techs don't have a circuit analyzer to test outlets loads. There must be a poor mans version of making a circuit analyzer to measure and test outlet max loads?
Can you or someone clarify the color terminology? You say the big slot is "neutral" and the small slot is "hot" (the hole is "ground"). You put the black probe into neutral or ground, and the red probe into "hot". However, in the "romex", you call the black as being "hot" and the "white" as neutral, and then clamp the black wire. Does this mean with the probe multimeter you would use the _red_ probe on the black wire and the _black_ probe on the white wire?
Don't be concerned with probe color, it makes no difference in AC and in DC it will give the same numbers either way, but if the probes are reverse polarity, you'll get a minus sign before the numbers. No biggie.
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Klein Tools RT 250 Outlet Tester with Voltage - geni.us/rS4mlwJ
Southwire Non-Contact Voltage Tester (Flashlight!) - geni.us/EIcTOsV
Knipex Hybrid Wire Strippers - geni.us/uVWn
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Klein in my opinion has always been the go to for electrical wether professional or DYI. Just found this channel, very informative thank you for sharing brother. Take care. A new subscriber.
@@drmikeyb1 welcome to the channel and I agree I think Klein Tools does a good job keeping the price down and quality up.
@@EverydayHomeRepairs Have a wonderful and safe thanksgiving holidays to yourself, your family and all of your readers who may read this comment.
@@drmikeyb1 Thanks buddy, hope you had a great Thanksgiving!
This cracks me up! I literally have a separate YT window open doing research on how to use my multimeter trying to figure out what's wrong with my solar panels. Bought it when my boys were in the house for them to learn, and now that they've moved out, I need to learn it. Perfect timing!
Nice! Checkout our Everyday Solar channel if you need additional help on your solar project👍
Thank you. This is basics and everyone should know about it
I might have to pick up one of these ET270's. I've got the MM320 in my electrical kit and honestly it's just a lot more than I need. Half the time I forget what each option does and have to bust out the manual. The one you showed here makes that a lot less of an issue.
Yeah, I don't know for a fact, but it seems like Klein Tools really targeted a DIY homeowners with the ET270 👍
Balls drop close to the car. xD
Great list of practical applications!
I'm getting used, for most of what I need, to a pen type multimeter. Also works as a small torch, and non contact voltage tester. I still have around my dad's analog multimeter, as well as a newer digital multimeter... but for the most part, the pen style does the job. Easier to carry around too, and it takes AAA batteries which are cheaper and easier to find where I live.
Very likely not as accurate though. Display is tiny, and navigation a bit confusing. And of course, you don't have DC current or a clamp to work with... but I rarely need those.
For batteries, I got a battery case that came with a cheap-o battery tester. Analog one that doesn't require batteries. It's just more convenient. The display already shows most common voltages for batteries, a scale from bad to good, and it can read anything from button cells, up through the spectrum, and has contacts for 9V. I dunno how reliable it is since it's so dirty cheap that it came as a gift with the battery case, but seems good enough. xD
Have one but never used. I feel a bit better watching your video and as a reference. I hope it encourages me to start using it. Thank you for sharing
Best DIY info available, keeps getting better! Great new tool tips!
Thanks for the feedback and support!
I purchased the LTT Screwdriver a while back and absolutely love it. They really put a lot of work into it and it shows.
Oh man, I have seen that one. I am going to order one as I am curious to see how it stacks up. Thanks for the tip!
That LTT screwdriver is absolutely fantastic! Got in on it during it's kickstarter period.
@@EverydayHomeRepairs Good time too as they're doing their BFCM sale and those will likely go on sale.
Very helpful video, I work as an Rv tech and I even learned a few tips in this video. Thanks again!
Awesome, thanks for the feedback 👍
For me getting a meter that measures capacitance allows me to check AC capacitors which are easy to change. Saves a lot if avoiding a service call. Also you can buy an attachment that effectively splits the power cord into hot and neutral so you can measure amps. No need to open the outlet.
Thanks for the feedback, I also like the capacitance capability. For the price of a capacitor as compared to a service call you can pay for your meter in 1 fix.
Great video. I just bought a multimeter to check out the voltage from my doorbell transformer after installing a doorbell camera. I was getting low voltage messages from my camera. Changed the transformer to one with a little more voltage and checked the voltage again. It was within spec for the doorbell and the low voltage message went away. Having the voltage meter gave me insight needed to resolve the problem.
My favorite screwdriver is a 6 in 1- it has 2 philips sizes, 2 straight slot sizes and 2 nutdriver sizes. I like it because it does what I need but it isn't overly complicated. I've tried the 11 in 1 and I have to fiddle with it too much to find the bit that I need. I have a ratcheting screwdriver with a lot of bits in the handle but it is the same issue- I don't really need that many different bits so it is too difficult to change bits.
I have a really old VOM in my workshop and a cheap new VOM in my house, I use them mostly for just testing batteries and testing continuity, occasionally for measuring resistance. I don't normally need the additional features but it is interesting to see what they do.
Great demo ... Those are both good products ... I have the 15 in 1 among other Klein drivers Thx
Another Amazing video . This is like Multimeters for Dummies !!! Thanks for clarifying a few doubts I had !!!
You bet and thanks for the feedback!
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You bet!
Hi Scott, Nice video. Question, at about 3:25 using the individual probes the Klein tester showed 127.3 volts. Then at at about 5:42 using the plug method in the same receptacle the same Klein tester shows 121 volts. Why the large difference? Thanks for all your great videos. Take Care, Myles
When measuring current with a clamp meter, its not necessary to remove the receptacle from the box, if you use an AC Line Splitter. Some clamp meters come with one, or you can buy one separately, about $10.
12:00 min, Nice air core inductor there. 12-14-24 SA
Another thing to add, don’t know if anyone else mentioned it… When you take a resistance measurement the system has to be off and isolated. Testing the heater element, it has to be switched off and disconnected (doesn’t have to be removed)
Great examples and techniques. Thanks!
You bet!
thank you for your video if I need tool for around the house I will use your web side
Thanks, we appreciate the support 👊
Your content is excellent.
Thx man 👊
great channel, very educational
Thanks!
We're in California, and insurance companies are regularly asking for automated leak protection/shut-off for renewal and even banks for HELOC's and New Loans. Any chance you could start a series on these devices? Even an overview of the tech would help.
Awesome thanks
You bet!
What is the range of the DC current measuring part of this meter? Does it go down to milli amps? I would love a good DC clamp meter for working on cars.
But did you have the correct bit for electric screwdriver’s is it / does it have the flat/square/Phillips bit? All in one bit ?
Yep, it has multiple flathead, philips, torque, square, and "combo"bits. I honestly couldn't think of a bit I use that doesn't come standard. The nice thing is those bits also fit in your impact driver.
@ you said bits. I said bit it is all three as one ☝️
Thanks for the useful video! I don't have a clamp meter so far, and my main concern is that I almost never have an individual conductor accessible to measure the current. It seems that there are "line splitters for clamp meters" that allow measuring the current for something that plugs into an electrical outlet. Does anyone have experience with those? They often have multiple modes that multiply or divide the measurements. Do those work well?
Some multimeters allow you to connect in series where you can can get a current reading
How important is having InRush on a clamp meter?
Depending on what you are doing it can be handy on the high inductive loads to see what the actual peak current is on your larger appliances with electric motors and a high load at startup.
How can you use a DVM meter to measure how much LOAD an outlet can handle?
Information about maximum loads should be on the outlet or electrical equipment
@@michaeldunham3385 mostly they aren't listed so you're just guessing. Most techs don't have a circuit analyzer to test outlets loads. There must be a poor mans version of making a circuit analyzer to measure and test outlet max loads?
Can you or someone clarify the color terminology? You say the big slot is "neutral" and the small slot is "hot" (the hole is "ground"). You put the black probe into neutral or ground, and the red probe into "hot". However, in the "romex", you call the black as being "hot" and the "white" as neutral, and then clamp the black wire. Does this mean with the probe multimeter you would use the _red_ probe on the black wire and the _black_ probe on the white wire?
Correct 👍. The probe red/black is a bit more aligned to DC Voltage as opposed to AC Voltage which drives a bit of the confusion.
Don't be concerned with probe color, it makes no difference in AC and in DC it will give the same numbers either way, but if the probes are reverse polarity, you'll get a minus sign before the numbers. No biggie.
I’ve never been a fan of auto ranging meters.
First one here!