KAIWEETS HT208D AC/DC CLAMP Review & Teardown!
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- Опубліковано 18 бер 2022
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I just finished going through a number of your more recent videos as I only recently found your channel (my need to replace a multimeter may have had something to do with it). I appreciate the enthusiasm you bring, and the thoroughness of your reviews. In that the nature of my use of a multimeter has changed, I didn't feel the need to drop an excessive amount on it's replacement; you've given me some nice direction on what I might look to purchase, which includes these Kaiweets. Many thanks.
I'm really glad you've found the channel and it's helped you navigate the sometimes murky multimeter waters..Any help we can offer we're always here! 😉 👍
A great budget clamp meter. And that display is top notch. A great week of Kaiweets reviews. Well done.
It's been quite an eye opener, you have definitely put Kaiweets well and truly on my RADAR, excellent reviews 👍
Glad to hear it Shaun. Kaiweets has really stepped up their game.
This bad boy looks great, I also really appreciate the silicone leads it comes with. Another great review, man! Cheers
Thx 👍 my friend! Those leads are awesome!
Nice! Thank you Darren for shorting the leads in diode mode! Great looking clamp meter. Thanks for the review!
I aim to please...thx for the feedback Luis! What a great clamp 😀👍
Great looking clamp meter. What a fun week. Hopefully Kaiweets keeps coming out with new products so Kaiweets week can be an annual tradition like shark week.
Now that would be awesome!
During the low current testing, starting at 10:00 the meter is always reading 0.12 - 0.15 A or 120 to 150 mA, it was never near the stated currents or the labeled range of 0-22 mA on the test device.
Another great Kaiweets review!!
Loved that flex with the Mitutoyo vernier. Top quality gear!
That kaiweets clamp meter looks awesome in every respect. Except temperature.. But then it has in rush measurement and that beautiful screen.
A great product and another great review from Darren.
Cheers Danish! Yes, I really dig those Mitutoyo digital calipers too ! 😍 👍 Kaiweets hit a home run this week !
That is one of the best clamp meters I have ever seen, I hope Kaiweets puts out more like that
even if it is always **OFF** on its readings? can't read mV,mA nothing,accurately, garbage to me.
Great review as usual, keep up the good work!
Thx 👍 so much !
i simply say really nice review on all the test meters and about that kaiweet wow stunning nothing to worry about the price all in tackle and how i wish i can have one like that hopefully and always in safe darren i always support your videos :) one thing i like this meter is VERY LOUD AND SENSITIVE NCV nice
Thx Easyway ! It's a beautiful clamp that performs as good as it looks 😀
@@KeepOnTesting absolutely perfect and i agree not bad for the price built for quality and high performance level maybe i start saving money so i can order like this one because im only using simple clamp criston brand more chipper one but its ok
very good review, got to get one of this. till your next review. keep on testing.
Thx my friend ! 😀👍
Great review!! Thanks
And yet another one-!'- Kaiweets week is really stormin-!
Cheers Mike...Super stoked KAIWEETS week was a hit 😮👍 What great gear !
Really likin' some of these new clear color displays too-!!-functionality is improving too.
Love your videos !! Hope you could release more and more useful tool reviews in the future ;))
Thx Thiên 👍 plenty more coming !
@9.57 min I see 15..18mA on the current source and 0.15A (150mA) or so on the meter. Is it really that good?
Pretty feature packed KAIWEETS for sure
I have this multimeter but I tested an electric fence with it and blew it up. The screen doesn't work now but the sound does. Does anyone know if there is a way to fix this? Thank you
Great review as always Darren. 👍 A really nice clamp meter for sure but that NCV sensitivity is just crazy.
Roger that..first time I've encountered an over sensitive NCV detector 😮
@@KeepOnTesting Well you have an electric personality which might be the reason!
@@bhushan9066 why thankyou..thankyou very much 🤪
Thanks Darren always entertaining . .
Cheers my friend 👍
Thanks for review. 10:58 It's strange behavior of clamp meter. While reference current is 13 mA the meter measures 0.13 A = 130 mA. Am I missing something/
I'm amazed to see a three years of warranty on this kaiweet clamp meter. Great review 🤠
Great point! I totally overlooked the 3 yr International Warranty which is outstanding!!
Much thx for mentioning it 😀👍
Not only that, but from my experience with their customer service, they were quite responsive to an email inquiry I made to them about the design issue I had with the 206D, so it's not an empty promise type warranty.
I am definitely getting one of these.
Excellent! 😃👍
Wow, what a handsome clamp meter this HT208D is! KAIWEETS does a great great job on this one. Now excuse me, I need to do some hocus pocus rituals to win this HT208D. ✨🤩✨
Ohhhhh....hehe 🤣👍
Great review 👍
Thanks 👍
To adjust all devices, you can determine the temperature difference by placing the sensor in a container containing fresh, boiling water to read 100°C.
Good review!
Thx Gary!
the best of multimeter i love kaiweets
They rock ! 😳👍
I've had one for a couple of years now, and though I can certainly tell it's built cheaper than a Fluke I've never doubted its measurements. To get a comparable fluke would cost 4x-5x the price, so I could go through 4 or 5 of these things and still get the same value for my money that I would have from a Fluke that would have to last 4x-5x as long.
Great point ! Longevity aside, it's definitely as accurate as any Fluke 👍
I recently bought the same multimeter but branded as Mayilon HT208D, havng the PCB version 1.5. But, not yet resolved the super sensitive/useless NCV. Rest of the functions are useable as seen here. Nice meter in the price range of US $40.
9:55 DC low current 18mA-10mA...but 140mA displayed...NOT 14!
Kaiweets should bundle this with their HT118A or one of their new smart meters.
Thank you all these thorough reviews this week. It was fun. Mach-E teardown next week, right?😉
Oh man..that would be something ! Hehe Thx Eric 😊
Nice Dw . Cool meter
I've enjoyed the reviews. Recently I purchased an HT118A to replace an ancient Sperry DM-4100A. A closer look at the PS-3010F DC Power Supply would be great!
Noted ! 😃👍
Thanks for the review. Will you do a comparison video of this clamp meter versus UT216C? Great looking meter, would've been nice if they included color coding for the lead input terminals. Another great review from Darren.
Thx Bill..I'll try to get my hands on a new UT216C for a showdown 👍
It's a pretty minor issue with the color coding, as I don't need that as a reminder that COM is the black lead, but there's always a black sharpie solution to serve as a reminder-
The inexplicable shortcoming of the meter design is really just that the min max function doesn't allow you to toggle through to the current readings, but only goes between min and max. Most other meters with the min max function have that ongoing reading display, as well as an average figure, which is nice sometimes. But not being able to see the current reading while you're in the min max mode makes it less useful, because it leaves you blind to what it's reading when you use it.
Just a surprising omission, considering everything else seems so nicely done.
I have this clamp meter and love it
Anyone can upload EPROM for me? my clamp is not working any more. Please help me 😭
can you till what accident use protection on this meter did they got any fuse or any resettable fuse or what type protection this more important than any think you telling
Input protection was highlighted in the Teardown. Watch the entire video.
Great review. I would say that definitely competes with my UT216C clamp. The only thing that has is Intertek certification that the Kaiweets doesn't appear to have. Over sensitive NCV is something I have seen in other current clamps, I presume the sensor sits atop the magnetic core for the current element and may impact on it. Be great if Kaiweets issued a calibration procedure for the meter to allow adjustment. I think I will look to pick one up and compare it to my UT216C.
That's right , it's embedded in the jaws magnetic core and that's definitely causing the highly sensitive NCV readings. Let us know how it compares to your UT216C 👍 Cheers my friend!
Hey man, how do you reckon it compares to hat 216? I cooked my old uni-t and am in the market for a new calmp meter so would be keen to hear your thoughts :)
@@andrewford80 It would depend on exactly what you want from the meter. The screen on the 208D is nice, but I found it to wash out in bright light, whereas you don't get that with the traditional LCD of the UT216. The UT216 has better input protection than the 208D along with the independent certification. It was a slightly more accurate unit, the 208D struggled with accuracy at high current measurements, I asked Kaiweets for a calibration procedure, but they never responded. The inrush function works well on the 208D and is documented much better than the UT216. Continuity is better on the 208D and it doesn't have the annoying backlight functionality of the UT216.
The 208D has a slightly more ruggedised build and you have the probe holders molded into the back for use with the single probe function. Leads and case are better quality than those with the UT216.
For my use, I would stick with the UT216. If the accuracy could be improved on the 208D, then it would be a good option if you were on a tighter budget and understood its limitations.
@@three-phase562 wow thanks so much for that detailed reply. I really appreciate it.
What a beautiful multimeter, you saved the best kaiweets for the last video of this segment.
Bada-boom, bada-bing BADA-BANG!! 🤪👍
@@KeepOnTesting did you notice how sneakily I quoted the required keyword "kaiweets" in every video of the segment? 🤣
@@bhushan9066 OH yea Bhushan 😎...you're good ! 🤣🤣🤣👍
Hi great reviews good to watch, quick question is kaiweets the same as habotest? They have the same model numbers and look identical?
Different companies but they utilize the same pcb. Sometimes firmware is also different. 👍
I would like you to please answer this question will it test the larger AC HVAC run start capacitors?
Yes no problem. It's still a capacitor. Most HVAC capacitors are about 75uF ..this has a 100mF range so all good 👍
Kaiweets is recently becoming a brand of quality..❤️✌️
I totally agree Rinqu 👍
Yes this is very nice clamp meter. Better than the first one. Realy clear lcd. Capacitance does it have a good range. Looks also very solid
Excellent Capacitance range 10nF-100mF 👍
11:55 This is where you would try the RNG button, when you know the range of the measurement you're making.
That's the biggest improvement over the 206D, adding that range button.
Plus that range button allows you to make min max readings properly.
А число отсчётов не считается?
@@user-sr6fh number of readings are not recorded
Hey Darren, can you say which ones are better at all in your opinion, these or the uni-t ut204+?
Hey Svetlin...definitely prefer the Kaiweets. Nicer display and I think better build then the 204+ ...My friend who does professional HVAC has used one since July and he's loving it. 👍
Is there a way to adjust NCV sensitivity? mine pretty much shows high at 1m from wall socket
Unfortunately not but what a great idea 👍
I did a little research and most people having this problem. Its too sensitive for detecting live wire between bunch of non live wires. I have Habotest HT208D and I believe its the same as Kaiweets. Other than that its great clamp meter @@KeepOnTesting
Is this suitable for measurements in the 10-40 mV range for testing thermocouples?
Hi Jon , it should be fine but I don't think it would be my first pick for mV testing. I'd reccommend the Kaiweets HT118E 👍
Great clamp comes with 2 lines display and bargraph. It is like a complete multimeter with some advance features but sadly the price here in mycountry is more expensive than uni-t ut210e. That compact ut210e has a better input protection than this one that is very important too especially for electrician. Thank you for the nice review, clear video.
Thx Qolbum 👍 Hopefully they can improve the input protection circuitry! It's a solid clamp meter otherwise 👍
Nice dramatic review 😎 . Can this meter measure miliamps like the 10A non clamp meters? Can I use this in micro circuits precise measurements too, like the non clamp meters do?
EDIT - Oh sorry I got the answer when I watched the video completely. But still would like to ask, Did you test the miliamps using clamp, or probes?
I tested via probes but clamp jaws will work too.
great video steal of a deal, one thing i was hopping to see in the video though...does it measure dc current by clamping? Saw you only tested AC current by clamping
Yes 👍 IT will read DC Current via the clamp no problemo.
@@KeepOnTesting thanks, definitely getting this one😁
lovely reversed lcd screen. nice looking to. ive come to the conclusion clamp meters are the way to go, especially doing some basic car electrics i find the clamp just good to hang were i need it
Lots of usefulness here for sure ..those clamp jaws would make a good hanger wouldn't they..! 👍
I'd actually prefer the standard display rather than the reverse display, because the reverse one gets pretty invisible in sunlight without a lot of shielding and fussing about with the angle of view. They also have a curious fading out when viewed from the right side angle, while it's okay from the left and center.
That’s quite the meter! 4 1/2 stars too! Have you ever given a 5 star rating? Nice job on the Kaiweets week.👍
Thx Radiogeek ! 👍 As you can imagine it was lots of work..but lots of fun too! 😉 Hoping for the first 5 STAR 🌟 🤩 🙏 this year !
what do you think it is like pcwork pcw05a ?
Thanks
I haven't tested that clamp..definitely looks interesting though.
Do you know if the HT208D DC amp is accurate under 1 amp to hunt down a Parasitic Draw?
It does have a 10mA resolution in the bottom range if I'm not mistaken, and mine seems to read that resolution reasonably reliably. I wouldn't count on any real accuracy at that range though, just that the meter has enough resolution to pick up small changes.
is it time to win now after a long journey hope so i baught the bm99b darren did not arrive yet but i will start to review especially for it
That's great to hear ak 😀
That is a sweet meter
Oh yea ! 😎
uhm. I find the DC amp measurement part is not very accurate
Hi Darren, Where can I find the electronic schematic of this Clamp?. Thank you very much
Hello my friend..that's rge $64k question ! Unfortunately they tend to keep the schematics under wraps.
@@KeepOnTesting Well, if this Clamp is OEM it doesn't make much sense,!!,thank you very much
@@pedrooliveira5200 Most vendors don't release schematics for fear of giving away their secrets. Standard business practice. You won't find them available for most multimeters.
How does the screen look under sunlight? I’ve heard it’s hard to look at under the sun . Also I’ve heard this meter is more suitable for Automotive work . Can you elaborate? Thx in advance.
It looks very good under daylight conditions..similar to the KAIWEETS ST600Y,
drive.google.com/file/d/1NjVx8cHGxhNNlEOzzwPrOvBWFbv8wTcj/view?usp=sharing
I don't understand the automotive reference you mention, this clamp is highly capable just about anywhere.
@@KeepOnTesting thanks Darren I appreciate your feedback 👍🏼
can you make a review on the uni-t ut210e pro
Definitely will..on my ToDo list !
11:39 116mV reading with a 100mV voltage seems really far off the mark. Have you verified that voltage source with a calibrated meter?
The 208D I have was spot on when I tested it with a lab standard calibrator, so either mine is exceptionally good or this one isn't.
Or, that reference source may need tweaking?
It's probably the voltage source as it's calibration date has expired. I'm in the process of replacing it with a new unit.
@@KeepOnTesting mine basically was 40 microvolts high at a 111mV measurement, so that may be why yours seemed so far out 👍
@@hwingerrr5680 Wow..that's quite impressive! A lab standard calibrator is hard to argue with.
The accuracy was really surprisingly good, I had to take more time for the measurements by actually adjusting the calibrator in fine increments until I got to the point where the meter display just moved into the next count.
Because the resolution at 6000 counts actually was larger than the error, simply setting a calibrator value and reading the DMM didn't show just how good it was.
If I approached the transition from above instead of below, the error was larger, at basically a full count.
Check the AC DC clamp meter capabilities
do not focus on voltage measurements
Is it difficult to read the display while in full sunlight?
Not at all, loses a little contrast but overall very readable 😉👍
Thinking to buy it right away, without checking the price yet due to 4.5 stars from you🤔🙂 barabing baraboom!
Awesome sauce ! 👌
Nice video, any idea if one can mute the beeping?
The beep cannot be disabled. 😃
@@KeepOnTesting would have to remove the beeper
Actually this Kaiweets is a Habotest (hence the HT in HT208D). Also, the Habbotest multimeter which you have reviewed as your number #1 multimeter (I believe it's the Habotest HT118 or something) has also be released by Kaiweets. It's 100% identical except the branding on it.
Roger that Brute..the politics of the multimeter industry are definitely varied and a little bizarre. They are similar in build but completely different brands in terms of promotional entities and the synergy is very different. 😃👍
There are differences between Habotest HT208D and the Kaiweets
Mainly two differences.
the leads are a downgraded cheap plastic version and the black storaGE casing also seems somewhat cheaper and no emblem.
but the clampmeter itself are the aame.
Though the Habotest HT208D I got from CN EU local store with 25% VAT and shipping inc. for 40 usd... the Kaiweets are more expensive.
and for 40 bucks the HT208D is a solid clampmeter.
and the leads.. I alwasy turn to thirdparty as the ones that coems bundled dont fit my needs or gear.
No, they are different companies. Habotest is the OEM, Kaiweets is a rebrand but with superior support and after sales service
9:50 mA: I wonder if the finding is correct. The Kaiweets shows 0,15 A meaning 150 mA. And this would be a huge difference. I think normal clampmeters are not made for measuring in this low Amp-ranges.
hola, yo tengo la misma pero en modelo HABOTEST, y si mide aproximadamente a partir de 100mA
Just bought this clamp for 53eur(60usd)
Please tell me am i missing something?
I alredy had mastfuyi fy219 clamp meter and aneng q10 which bought on your recomendation and after using it for some time i really love it. Wanted to replace clamp meter now because i did not like display very much and backlight had 30s timer. I also considered it to be quite inacurate.
208d is a giant clamp i was shocked. Leads are silicone and long (but have somewhat higher resistance). All in all im not impressed at all. Display is not nice like on aneng and clamp does not seem to be more acurate except on inrush measurement.
Other measurements seem to be more acurate but i use it only for clamp because for everything else i have aneng and its same acuracy but much faster to use, smaller, and nicer display
At 9:18 I put it beside the MASSIVE Sanwa clamp and it didn't look small..so it's definitely a large clamp! Sorry your not feeling this one..It's not perfect but the Kaiweets is definitely one of the better clamps out there.
@@KeepOnTesting thank you, not saying your review isnt good though! just sharing my experience with it. Think my main issue is i alredy had okay clamp meter so it wasnt so neccesary to upgrade. kaiweets is good for its price
@@Boz1211111 All good Boz, 👍
Little known fact no. 5 Nostradamus predicted that there would be a clamp meter on the Darren Walker channel that I would have to have.
Hehe...absolutely! 😀
Kaiweets is a rebranded version of a product by Habotest hence the HT code in the name of all their products. If you check the Kaiweets product certifications on their site they are all applied by Habotest as manufacturer.
There's many OEMs in the industry and many more non OEMs that put their own twist on the test instruments that bare their name. Usually improved performance or metrics is the end result. KAIWEETS is one of them. 👍
Pure observation at ~ 10:00 of the video: The clamp meter shows 0.14 A, regardless of the setting of the source to 18mA or 10 mA. It displays stubborn140 mA. The resolution simply reaches down to only 10 mA in this range, not further. Hence there are Uni-T clamp meters with an advantage in this field.
The hyper sensitive NCV is a big down for this DMM. This function is simply not usable. Would be curious, how it works out where mains has the voltage for real men (230 V AC) ...
Aside this: This video is well made and informative as every Video from you. Thanks for the work.
Great observations PB..I agree this clamp suffers from being too overly sensitive in NCV mode..I think some basic shielding tape would fix this, I'll be trying that soon. Yes mA mode was very interesting ..Being a clamp there's plenty of factors at play, not an easy task especially at those low current ranges.
😀 👍Glad you enjoyed Kaiweets week!
You probably should note that the correct way to do DC current measurements with this is to first null out the offset in the reading by pressing the zero/null button while no current is passing through the clamps, ideally in the same position it'll be in for the measurement.
If you're going to attempt making readings that are basically only one or two counts, (10 or 20 mA), you can loop the wire through the jaws 10 times, which will multiply the magnetic flux and therefore the reading by 10 times. Then your 10mA current will read 100mA, more of a sensible range.
This isn't really the best option for trying to make very low current measurements as is, but you can make do with the multiple loops. Just not something you're going to be able to do with a automotive battery cable though- 😉
The NCV function is too sensitive to use the way a traditional pen type tester can be used, but it actually works for sweeping walls to trace the path of live wires through sheetrock, which most of the regular NCV testers won't do.
If you get too high a sensitivity, you can put your finger on the base of the clamp to reduce sensitivity to allow for better discrimination.
Yes, i also noticed the meter is showing 0.14a (140 ma) and being called 14ma. It was confusing and so far off its useless. I could accept low resolution if it reported 0.01a-0.02a for all the 10ma to 20ma readings, but not .14a which is 10x the actual value.
I didn’t notice the zero button being used so its hard to say if this would have been acceptable if used correctly. But the clamp meter I tested which had resolution down to 1ma was more affected by interference than the actual current so it was really not useful in that range either.
I was trying to measure which bleed wires in a BMS were bleeding 30ma but as you move wire to wire you would need to zero it again so no way to see which cells were bleeding.
Thank you, I was also confused. The meter is reading 0.14 A or 140 mA, nowhere near 14 mA.@@imho7250
I am going back and forth with UT204+ and HT-208D
Having used both..I personally would choose the KAIWEETS HT-208D. Way better carrying case, much nicer color EBTN display, more ranges and superior build.👍
@@KeepOnTesting Thanks for the advice. You the man! 👍
I love a healthy NCV as they are rare, but being overly sensitive can make it hard to pinpoint which individual cable is actually live/dead. I see it runs about $75 - $80, but in this case theres a lot of value and functionality in that price.
Yessir..the NCV is definitely a bit too sensitive as you mention 😕 making it hard to gauge the actual reading. Price is about 70-75 US which is really fair considering you're getting an inrush ACDC current capable clamp with a 3 YR Warranty! 👍
40 USD under Habotest label.
Looks really nice meter....Ncv unbelievable....
Roger that !
Hello.
The HT208D reads 0.13A=130mA and the generator 13.00mA?.
Congratulations, a very complete review.
Ohhh sarcasm 😂👍
@@KeepOnTesting I ordered this a couple days ago to help track down a parasitic draw. I haven't received it yet, but I am genuinely curious about this....am I missing something because I too was confused when the generator was reading 13mA but the clamp was reading .13ma (130mA). There's a very real chance I am missing something here though because I am admittedly no expert.
@@jaburnwo6184Hello my friend..no all good ...the reference was incorrectly adjusted at the time..I've since recalibrated and all is 👍 good. I should have redone that segment 😑
I have had my eye on this clamp meter for a while with inrush 🥳 🖖
I would like to see how visible the screen is in direct sunlight.. seems to negatively effect these type 🤔
Same DISPLAY...It performs extremely well outside. drive.google.com/file/d/1NjVx8cHGxhNNlEOzzwPrOvBWFbv8wTcj/view
Mine was hard to read when I had it under the hood in daylight, it was finicky about viewing angle and shielding from light to be readable. A standard LCD like on the 206D would have been more legible. Probably lower power consumption with the standard display also.
Hi Darren,
I had spoke to you about the Kaiweets 206D, and I wanted to wait until I saw your video on the 208D. I gotta say, this 208D seem impressive… and it’s a cool looking meter as well.
As I explained on the 206D video, I’m a wildlife biologist and won’t be using the meter on anything like cat III or cat IV, around my house, appliances and vehicle… and in the field on gas generators, extension cords, power cords, solar panels for trail cameras and 12v vehicle batteries for some panels and 1.5v lithium and Alkaline AA batteries.
I think this will handle about all my needs and I love the idea of using the clamp rather than using the probes to test current, because I’m a chicken and get intimidated even by household 120v stuff. However this doesn’t seem to have a “Battery Test” mode? I suppose it won’t accurately test battery cells. I use the alkaline and lithium 1.5v AA, 9v alkaline or NiMH, and 12v vehicle batteries.
Now I do have another inexpensive meter you tested that does have the battery check mode, the Astro AI M4KOR… which I got because my Ideal 61-360 & 61-347 and Klein MM700 meters don’t have a battery testing mode. So even if I got this meter I would need to still have the Astro AI M4KOR meter if I needed to test batteries?
Think I still get this even if I need to have two meters in the field because of the safety of using the clamps and I wouldn’t need to worry about dangling test lead wires when checking and vehicle alternator.
Thank you sir. If you ever need any questions answered about birds and wildlife… ask me any time at all. Any of my videos or email… thanks again!
Hi George,
You really can't go wrong with this KAIWEETS Clamp ..it's an incredible test instrument with a 3 year Warranty to boot! The separate battery test on your existing dmm puts a small load on the batteries which makes the battery test results slightly more accurate. I'd say take both meters and you'll be set.Always nice to have a backup anyway ! 😉 Thx so much!
Hi George, I have a question. Which bird's movement does the ornithopter resemble close to?
@@bhushan9066 When people state it resembles a bird, they're speaking in general terms. Wings and body shape mainly, without a particular species being named. I guess that would be up to the individual person... like ink spots... you may see one thing, me another. However, in my opinion I'd say it looks like the American Crow when viewed from a top-down perspective.
@@georgesilverhawkstrailcame2297 I have checked it out right now. I must say it is a furious looking bird. Thanks for sharing your opinion 🙂.
So it is great clamp dmm, so I like it, so if I won it I'll give it 5 stars✨😎
Sounds like a plan 👍
Botatest brand and kaiweet brand which one is fake Or there are all fake?
Neither are fake. OEM here is Habotest but Kaiweets has some firmware distinctions and offers better support.
Great review and great clamp meter, it looks very similar like a habotest, a question: what is the original trade mark of this good OEM?
They share the same PCB but they are different companies/entities. I believe there are subtle programming differences as well.
I want this
KAIWEETS! Would like to win one, might get lucky!
Fingers crossed Kunle!! 🤞 😀
When you're measuring milliamps, your source is set to 15 mA and the meter shows 150 mA but you call it 15 !!!
What gives? Anyone else notice this?
This is @21:40
Optical illusion my friend 😅 seriously, that was a brain fart on my side. Good catch.
very funny on the site it says 75,97 $ and when u go to check out is says 79 $ , cool i must say !
Capacitance speed?
Excellent...relatively quick and accurate. 👍
Too sensitive NCV. As always, great vid!
Agreed! 👍
A very nice clamp meter. Did I see a power resistor? The meter could use a beefer input section. Most of the time, I use a clamp meter for current. That saves on buying fuses for my other meters. Please enter me to win-- thanks for the video.
You are entered EO! Good luck 👍 Yes, a power resistor was spotted ! Agreed, more robust input protection would be awesome!
Does it read microamps
Yes..but it struggles.
Habotest and kaiweets are same?
Kaiweets, Habotest and few other brands are OEM of Mastech Group
Do you have any links or source to verify that? First I've heard of this. Mastech is an OEM for many but never heard nor seen any indication it was for Kaiweets or HABOTEST.
Well, I have 6 years old Mastech Clamp meter and the board looks very similar, I have communicated with Mastech Group from their marketing website. Apparently, few brands are made by Mastech including Habotest, Kaweets, Richmeter etc @@KeepOnTesting
I was thinking to buy same brand but the different one model was HT-206 but there was some issue with that which was not match with my preferences because in that model there is only 2 cell powerd due to that there is less timelapse for battery other one was current measuring capacity was only 600amps which is not enough for measuring inrush current which is many times greater than 600amps and the last one was if you insert incorrect polarity of cells the metre will get damaged 😢. Now I am planning to buy this model this is enhanced version of that but as I am just a student so this model is very expensive for me it is approx 7000₹INR😢I will buy it someday😍
It's an excellent clamp..not perfect but definitely better than most. I think you'll be happy with your purchase. Use the discount code to $ave some money 😊
@@KeepOnTesting big brother I am in big trouble 😵💫 I browsed many AC/DC clamp meters my 🧠 got a big boom 💥🤯 just because there are lots of clamp meters are can you help me to buy best one of the I tell you some of them are 1.GVDA166A,166B,168,169B,2.KAIWEETS HT106,HT108, 3.HTC CM2018 /,S21.
Brother please suggest me all in one meter that contains all specifications of kaiweets ht108 🥺
I having so many doubts please tell me brother select best of them by 1pricing 2quality 3specifications etc.
Great review. The colour for the input plugs on the bottom, if you need colour coding on the bottom of the meter my thoughts are you just should not be using it.
10 seconds with a black marker on the left side fixes it. Nothing wrong with being able to check polarity with a glance (that is why we use colored leads too.).
100%?!?!?!?
NCV seems too sensitive.
Same color input plugs is just dumb, never seen any meter like that.
Low current accuracy seems pretty poor.
Temperature readings seem WAY off.
I was thinking of buying one, now dissuaded, so thanks for that. I've got 3 Uni-T UT-210E's which are also 6000 count if memory serves, and are way more accurate when measuring current. I'd have liked a clamp meter that measures inrush current though, particularly one with a display as snazzy as the HT208D.
Lots of meters have non color coded inputs which is not good but the HT208D is definitely not alone in this department. As far as clamps go this is still one of the best deals out there.. it's far from perfect but definitely better than most. UNI-T 210E is a great clamp but definitely not in the same class.
I think it should be rated 4 or less than 4. Low accuracy for mA and Temperature, no shielding, capacitance not tested.
Fair enough 👌 I still believe it's incredibly good value for what you're getting..most clamps don't even come close to the list of features you get here including Inrush Current, High Quality Moulded Case, Color EBTN display with bargraph, 3 YR Warranty etc... 😀 👍
cheap and good clamp-meter
No offence, but you are just missing to point out the clear weaknesses of this multimeter, like the useless NCV or the completely off mA measurement. When saying how sensitive it is it sounds like it is a good thing. During mA measurement "not complaining" while the display shows 10x the expected value.
Looks like a paid review to me.
It's a great clamp.. not perfect but definitely better than many. Its not a paid review, so you're completely mistaken on that point. Thx for watching.
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Done ! 😀👍