WTB [EU,RO] brymen Bm869s [update: ordered online] - Page 1
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author: skull
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: April 09, 2017, 06:38:39 pm
content: Hello dear EEV bloggers, sorry this is my first postAfter a week of scooping the forums/web for a bm869 and after seeing how the bidding goes on fluke 87V on ebayI thought i could use some advice from you guys on how to get a decent price on a brymen ,I'm looking to invest in a meter for transducers (unified signals 4..20mA.. etc),termocouples,RTDs, 24DC,AC and voltage 230-400V for work,but mostly will be using it for hobby electronics, something that i always wanted learn. i curently have 3800-18 or something( similar tothis) no trolls plsI also been looking at Bk precision 2709B..You know why.. I never had a meter for capacitance..but then i thought i would proly be better of buying an LCR/ESR meter or somethingthat bm869s.. gives me the eye. I've seen probably all the reviews on youtube the 87V looks good no questions but i think i'll be alright not owning a Mercede.. FlukeAny advices,tips, ideas, offers(maybe 869 with them good probes, or an extra K-type)i'm from Romania, also any info on how shipping goes in European Union would be nice, i've only bought something from china and said free shipping.. surprise when i picked up from post/customs(customs is that the word?)p.s. i have this feeling .. here on this forum.. feels nice

author: TheAmmoniacal
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: April 09, 2017, 07:12:46 pm
content: TME.eu is the most reasonable distributor of Brymen's in Europe as far as I know:http://www.tme.eu/en/details/bm869/portable-digital-multimeters/brymen/bm869s/You can also look at the Der ee DE-5004 (DMM+LCR):http://www.ebay.com/itm/1x-DMM-LCR-Digital-Multimeter-Meter-Trur-RMS-DE-5004-6000-Count-DER-EE-DE-5000-/141821131870

author: 2N3055
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: April 09, 2017, 07:42:42 pm
content: At this momentwww.welectron.comis cheapest, you get the premium probes and a soft case, and it will ship free in EU. No customs.I bought from them, all was perfect.BM869S is excellent meter, can't go wrong with it.Best regards,Sinisa

author: DaJMasta
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: April 09, 2017, 09:00:07 pm
content: The Fluke is a great meter and it is basically the industry standard, but you definitely pay for the name and reputation. Brymen also makes excellent meters and since you're not paying much for the name, you tend to get more features/accuracy for the price.I've got an 867s that I'm quite pleased with (a notch down from the 869 and no thermocouple, but a great value meter and still very accurate), and even being in the US, TME got me a good price and quick shipping. Could be that there are better prices available for you, but at least I can also attest to them doing a good job.

author: Iwanushka
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: April 10, 2017, 08:40:51 pm
content: +1 for Brymen BM869s from TME, I have Agilent/Keysight u1252b/u1272a/u1282a, but my daily meter is Brymen, can't fault it in any way, I'm only missing backlight feature in continuity mode from u1272a/BM235 (EEVBlog edition), and double thermocouple mode is a nice feature when using preheater.

author: ProBang2
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: April 10, 2017, 10:36:48 pm
content: My recommendation:Get the Brymen BM869S fromWelectronThe offer is cheaper (and in addition: Even includes some extras) as the offer fromTME.Let´s compare:WelectronTMEPrice inclusive VAT219.00€243.36€Shipping costFree shipping within EUadditionalProbes/ Test leadsGold plated tips, with threadand silicone cableStandardCarrying caseZipped pouch includednoneAccessories, e.g.USB-Interface for data-logging39.90€49.80€Additional temperature probe(One is included as standard)7.90€Not availableFurther more...From own experience I can say: If something goes wrong (not their fault), then there is a very fast responding and culant reacting, friendly customer service. (There are some negative threads about TME´s customer service in this forum...)The shipping is very fast, too.And... - No. I am not connected in any way to Welectron with one exception:I bought a BM869S from them, some weeks ago.

author: Iwanushka
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: April 10, 2017, 11:28:13 pm
content: Quote from: ProBang2 on April 10, 2017, 10:36:48 pmThanks, never knew about this shop, before euro drop/inflation/w.e (they sell them in USD then convert) I got mine for ~230eu, will look for some other stuff from Brymen here.Best Regards,Mantas

author: skull
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: April 11, 2017, 05:26:28 pm
content: Hello again, Thank You all for info.Decided to order from welectron.com, dunno, their website makes more sense:1.Brymen BM869s Multimeter+soft case+Type K TC*+silicone test leads BL21S2-T4SC219euro2.Brymen BU-86X USB Interface39.9euro3.Brymen BMH-01 Magnetic Hanger4.5euro4.extra test leads Brymen BL21S2-T4SC Silicone Test Leads9.9euro5.Brymen BAC3 Snap-On Alligator Clips4.5euro6.extra Brymen BKP60 Type K Temperature Probe*7.9eurototal285.70 €, VAT included, shipping free. (yes i ordered some extra accessories)*-20..+250 °C BKP60[edit:can go higher, just care with wire insulation] Type K Temperature Probe,it's just wire extension class like most DMM probes (even if themeter is T1,T2 -50~1000°C capablewith regular K termocouples) maybe someone find this useful like me.