Mastech MS8264 Manual-Ranging Digital Multimeter

Description

The Mastech MS8264 is a manual-ranging digital multimeter that is a versatile tool for general-purpose electrical testing and electronics work. It requires the user to manually select the correct measurement range for each task, a feature that makes it more affordable and provides experienced technicians with more control.

Key Features

• Manual ranging: The user must manually set the measurement range. This is suitable for those familiar with the approximate values of the circuits they are testing.
• Display: Features a large, 2000-count, backlit LCD for clear readings in various lighting conditions.
• Safety rating: Certified with CAT II 1000V and CAT III 600V safety ratings for secure operation.
• Resettable fuse: A resettable fuse provides protection against overcurrents.
• Auto power-off: Helps conserve battery life by automatically shutting down the meter after a period of inactivity.
• Manual ranging: This requires users to have some knowledge of the circuit they are testing and can be slower than using an auto-ranging multimeter.
• No Non-Contact Voltage (NCV): Unlike some other Mastech models, the MS8264 does not include an NCV function for detecting live AC voltage without probes.
• Not True-RMS: The MS8264 uses an average response method for AC measurements and is not a True-RMS meter. This could lead to inaccuracies when measuring complex, non-sinusoidal AC waveforms.