[Drake] Multimeter Suggestions for Drake Service

[Cecil Acuff]

Richard,

You need an analog meter for alignment work.  You just can't peak IF/RF 
coils and caps with a digital meter..even those with bar graph displays.  A 
simple Simpson 260 is a great tool as is an old HP-3400A.  The HP is my 
favorite for alignment work.  For voltage reading and measuring resistance a 
decent Fluke digital works great.  I really think you need both to do the 
job right.

Just my 2 cents worth...

Cecil
K5DL
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Richard Bell" <richfbell at sbcglobal.net>
To: <Drake at mailman.qth.net>
Sent: Tuesday, December 07, 2010 12:32 PM
Subject: [Drake] Multimeter Suggestions for Drake Service


I know we've been down this path before, but I don't seem to remember the 
answer.

What would be a good multimeter to be used for servicing our beloved Drake 
gear?

I know some with say a old school VTVM from Heahkit. Others will say buy a 
Fluke.

I'm trying to get the retirement test gear in order before I have no funds 
for this sort of journey.

Feel free to email me off the list, richfbell at sbcglobal.net, if you desire.

TNX & 73 W5BXE
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