Handheld LCR Meter Delivers 0.3% Accuracy August 18, 2008
For both off-site and on-site use, the Model Z580 handheld LCR meter measures 3.54” x 7.9” x 1.56”, weighs one pound, and delivers a 0.3% accuracy. Packing a five-digit dual LCD, it integrates a comparator (binning) for four-bin sorting with a pass-or-fail warning, plus open- and short-circuit calibration for zeroing, auto ranging, and range-hold functions. The instrument provides 100-Hz, 120-Hz, 1-kHz, and 10-kHz test frequencies, 0.1V, 0.3V and 0.42V test voltages, series and parallel equivalent circuit modes, and auto power off. The Z580 comes with an ac/dc adapter, test lead adapter with Kelvin clips, and a rechargeable 9V battery pack. Price is $415. PROTEK TEST AND MEASUREMENT, Englewood, NJ. (201) 227-1161.
