[Drake] Multimeter Suggestions for Drake Service

[Ronald Erickson]

I like oscilloscopes and spectrum analyzers..

73,

Ron, K0IC

On Tue, Dec 7, 2010 at 1:07 PM, Cecil Acuff <chacuff at cableone.net> wrote:

> 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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