Wich one of these Bench multimeters would you choose? - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / testgear

author: Unknown
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: December 17, 2015, 11:04:38 pm
content: Hello, I'm stuck between these two models of Desk top multimeter, mostly due to cost, and I was wondering what you guys would recommend in my price range?Instek GDM-8342 50,000 Counts Dual Measurement Multimeter w/ USB Storage/DeviceSiglent SDM3055 - 5 1/2 digit Digital Multimeter; TRMSThose come in at about 550-580$ with shipping.I must say I hold a button on the Siglent SDM3055, but shipping is high. Anyone know where I can get a cheap, new one?

author: tautech
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: December 17, 2015, 11:48:52 pm
content: Contact Siglent and ask for your closest dealer's contact details.info-eu@siglent.comOrhttp://www.batronix.com/shop/multimeter/Siglent-SDM3055.html

author: Unknown
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: December 17, 2015, 11:51:06 pm
content: Cheapest one yet:www.tester.co.uk/siglent-sdm3055-bench-multimeter-choice-of-modelBtw, Norway = not in the EU, so the "Free shipping within the EU" does not apply

author: plesa
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: December 17, 2015, 11:52:19 pm
content: In this price range I will suggest used 34410A.

author: Muttley Snickers
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: December 17, 2015, 11:53:13 pm
content: My recommendation if at all possible in your region would be to source your equipment from an authorised and recognised distributor, this has been recently discussed in detail on the forum and purchasing equipment from Ebay sellers may leave you without product support and perhaps even warranty.Others here will know and can advise on good dealers in your part of the world.

author: Unknown
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: December 18, 2015, 01:04:52 am
content: Quote from: Muttley Snickers on December 17, 2015, 11:53:13 pmI get that, but the thing is, everything in Norway = RIDICULOUSLY expensive. A fluke 87v bone stock runs 700.21$ retail, not including shipping. 467$ on a special holiday offer atm + shipping ofc.Closest I find, with an ok price is the UK site tester.co.uk I'll probably go for that one.

author: nctnico
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: December 18, 2015, 01:10:46 am
content: Quote from: Muttley Snickers on December 17, 2015, 11:53:13 pmIn my experience buying local means is no guarantee at all to get proper support! What you want is a distributor which takes care of you and in the global economy that company could be several countries away. Perhaps the OP could take a trip to Sweden to buy something cheaper.

author: tautech
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: December 18, 2015, 02:16:14 am
content: Quote from: nctnico on December 18, 2015, 01:10:46 amOr Finland.https://www.eevblog.com/forum/profile/?u=413

author: MarkF
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: December 18, 2015, 02:21:48 am
content: You may want to consider the Rigol DM3058E 5.5 Digit Digital Multimeter.Take a look at this review:

author: kj7e
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: December 19, 2015, 03:38:27 pm
content: SantaClaw, over the last few months I spent a considerable amount of time researching and debating various sub $500 meters new and used. I ended up with the Siglent SDM3055 and so far Ive been very pleased. The latest firmware updated greatly increased the display updated speed which was one of the big drawbacks. It seems like a good buy if you are looking for a feature rich 5.5 digit bench DMM.

author: Unknown
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: December 19, 2015, 03:39:47 pm
content: Yeah, the more research I've done, the more it looks to be the ONLY real option in that price bracket.

author: tautech
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: December 19, 2015, 07:37:14 pm
content: Quote from: SantaClaw on December 19, 2015, 03:39:47 pmFor those finding this thread, a link to the SDM3055 thread:https://www.eevblog.com/forum/testgear/siglent-new-bench-dmm-sdm3055/