[Boatanchors] Your experience with China made freq counters

[J. Forster]

LEDs don't have any limited lifetime AFAIK. They do sometimes fail, like
any electronic part, but do not "wear out"

-John

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> I have an Optoelectronics 600mhz freq counter that I monitor freq in the
> shack
> with. Now I want a "bench freq counter" to service my boatanchors with.
> Obviously it doesn't have to be a really high precision meter as would be
> needed
> in sensitive commercial work.
>
> I am considering a new bench freq counter "made in China" sold by dealers
> in the
> USA. The prices are good and the specs are very adequate. I am concerned
> about
> reliability and life of the LEDs as well as general equipment life and
> reliability. If you have had experience, as the owner of such a China made
> freq
> meter, I would appreciate it if you have owned one and used one on your
> bench,
> if you would share your experience with me.
>
> I would consider a used USA made meter off ebay except that the LEDs might
> have
> expired or the freq meter might be inoperative. So it is really important
> to
> know what you are buying. Low price with no service on my bench is not a
> bargain.   Your input greatly appreciated. Thanks and 73, John,K5PGW
>
>
>
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