Keysight 34461A 6 1/2 digit multimeter $800 Free Shipping - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: kkayser
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: March 26, 2024, 02:30:50 pm
content: Keysight 34461A 6 1/2 digit multimeter $800 Free ShippingExcellent cosmetically and functionally. Includes set of Keysight leads and power cord. Latest firmware. Serial number MY572056XXThe one I listed in the past was sold for parts.Reply to kkayser@wi.rr.com[ Specified attachment is not available ] [ Specified attachment is not available ]

author: Zucca
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: March 28, 2024, 02:17:00 pm
content: Very honest price. Unfortunately I do not like that meter, I have one and I would like to down/upgrade to a 34410a

author: KE5FX
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: March 28, 2024, 03:10:31 pm
content: Why? I have both and the 34461A is infinitely nicer.My 34410A has always had an annoying tendency to power up in the 1000V DC mode instead of autorange mode every so often.It's done that since it was new, and I still hold out hope that they'll update the firmware to fix it someday. I bought the 34461A when it first came out and it's always just worked.

author: Zucca
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: March 28, 2024, 04:16:20 pm
content: If you bought the 34410A new and with that bug you should have contacted the seller or keysight to get it fixed.Beside that1) Specs 34410A>34461A2) I don't have to wait 2 months after pressing the on/off button3) We have the 34410A schematics, which for me double the value automaticallyMy personal opinion. Please do not think or assume the 34461A is bad device, for $800 shipped is a good deal go for it if you need one!yes the fan 34410A is noisy, but you can mitigate that problem.

author: tszaboo
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: March 28, 2024, 04:23:40 pm
content: Is it this meter?https://www.eevblog.com/forum/repair/keysigh-34461a-will-not-boot-need-repair-source/msg3614036/#msg3614036https://www.eevblog.com/forum/metrology/calibration-of-34461a/msg3751511/#msg3751511What's the location, where do you ship? Were you able to repair it completely?

author: KE5FX
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: March 28, 2024, 04:37:20 pm
content: Quote from: Zucca on March 28, 2024, 04:16:20 pmAgreed that having the schematics is a big point in the 34410A's favor. And while the fan noise was obnoxious, it is easy enough to fix by adding a Zener in series. It doesn't need to move anywhere near as much air as it does, when operated in a normal lab environment.Boot time was annoying when the 34461A first came out, but it was improved significantly with firmware updates. It now takes less than 30 seconds, which is fine. It powers up when I flip the switch on my workbench every morning and goes off again when I leave at night, so I don't much care how long it takes to boot.I'm kind of surprised at how long it's tolerated that treatment, frankly -- at least 10 years, day in and day out. If/when it dies, it will almost certainly be replaced by another one from the same series.

author: mawyatt
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: March 28, 2024, 04:43:43 pm
content: Quote from: tszaboo on March 28, 2024, 04:23:40 pmGood spot.If thisisthe meter mentioned, shouldn't the OP have identified such??Best,

author: voltsandjolts
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: March 28, 2024, 05:24:34 pm
content: FYI Farnell has a promo in the UK for 34461A right now £1173 inc VAT, cheaper than 34460Ahttps://uk.farnell.com/keysight-technologies/34461a-promo/digital-multimeter-6-5-digit-1kv/dp/4294711

author: kkayser
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: March 29, 2024, 01:23:57 pm
content: That is not the meter. This one has never needed repair since I bought it new.

author: kkayser
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: March 29, 2024, 01:27:40 pm
content: Quote from: tszaboo on March 28, 2024, 04:23:40 pmThat is not the meter. this one has never needed repair since I bought it new. Shipping from southeast Wisconsin.

author: guenthert
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: March 30, 2024, 10:06:28 am
content: Quote from: Zucca on March 28, 2024, 02:17:00 pmIf you feel strong about that, let me know. When my refurbished -hp-34401A was in storage half a world away, I acquired an Agilent 34410A in an auction of a failed battery start-up. Now I'm reunited with all my gear and don't have a need for both.I haven't thought that through yet, but I'm willing to consider a swap. The '61A's display is cute.

author: Zucca
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: April 03, 2024, 02:03:29 pm
content: Quote from: guenthert on March 30, 2024, 10:06:28 amThanks I just got a 34411a which it will arrive in a couple of days. Hopefully it is not a lemon.Regarding the 61A swap, my Ferengi DNA is concerned....