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ANENG DM850 1999 Counts Digital Multimeter US$6.50 (~A$10.57) Delivered @ Digitaling Store AliExpress

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I needed a multimeter with Audible Continuity Test. this multimeter ticks that box.

This instrument is a compact pocket-sized digital multimeter for measuring AC&DC voltage,DC Current,Resistance and Diode.Also provide Temperature,audible continuity test function or can be used as single generator.Full range overload protection and low battery indication are provided.They are the ideal instrument for use in fields,such as laboratory,workshop,DIYers,and the home applications.

Package:
1Multimeter
1test leads
1manual
1outer packing box

Electrical & Electronics ANENG Multimeter

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  • JeremyDealFiend on 24/09/2023 - 18:09

    Any good?

    • HsvPete on 24/09/2023 - 23:29

      Probably better off testing voltage with your tongue - fist time you misdiagnose something with the cheep multimeter will cost you the same as a half decent one - as has been said below we all don’t need a fluke one but a decent one is worth the extra coin.

      • knk on 25/09/2023 - 09:04
        +1

        Eh, I've been using what I think was a $20 dick smith special for a good 15 years. Or maybe longer, when did DSE stop selling this kind of gear?

        Maybe better quality than this stuff but it's never let me down.

        That said, i don't play with anything above 12volt and have only used it for automotive / small electronics projects.

        • dcash on 25/09/2023 - 09:09
          -1

          when did DSE stop selling this kind of gear?

          When they closed in 2016.

          • knk on 25/09/2023 - 09:16

            @dcash: Nah it was definitely before that I'm fairly sure.

            They stopped stocking all the smaller electrical components, like switches, resistors etc. Used to have a similar range to jaycar.

            • dcash on 25/09/2023 - 10:40

              @knk: They still sold multimeters until the end, but yes, electrical components certainly disappeared about a decade earlier.

      • dmbminaret on 25/09/2023 - 12:54

        but a decent one is worth the extra coin.

        Just pay the $10 post then you can rest assured you have a half decent one.

    • ConsumerAffairs on 25/09/2023 - 09:41

      This looks identical to the Digitech one I have from Jaycar. I've had it for a few years now, works perfectly fine on DC or AC. I haven't turned into a Christmas tree yet.

    • skillet on 25/09/2023 - 10:38

      This is non auto ranging. So there is a manual twisting and tuning work involved if you don't know ballpark of the value you are testing. I know a lot of people who can't get enough of that. Still a good deal though.

  • Agileduck on 24/09/2023 - 18:12

    Thanks op got one

  • zhen on 24/09/2023 - 18:15
    +1

    I got $6.89?

  • diamondd on 24/09/2023 - 18:15

    It's not like we all need a Fluke, but this is surely too cheap.

    • Jimothy Wongingtons on 24/09/2023 - 18:27
      +6

      Nah marks ups be huge, will be fine for diy

    • theHMASfriendship on 24/09/2023 - 18:34

      Could just be a fluke??

    • c64 on 24/09/2023 - 18:39

      probably fine for non-mains voltages

      • Jimothy Wongingtons on 25/09/2023 - 08:54
        -1

        i mean..to be fair non-trained people shouldnt be messing with anything over 24vdc… though under 60vdc still considered SELV (pretty rare to come across this unless stuffing around with a constant current setup)

    • logistics on 24/09/2023 - 20:17

      Got my Fluke from ebay US store for fraction of cost compared to what they sell them for in AU.

    • RedHab on 25/09/2023 - 05:59

      Because of the competition from things like these, Real Flukes are around 40% of Aussie prices in Shanghai.

  • Hiphopopotamus on 24/09/2023 - 18:30
    +6

    9V battery is a pita, I would pay more for one that used AAA/AAs.

    • bamzero on 24/09/2023 - 18:38
      +1

      I'm surprised they haven't slapped li-ions and a USB port in them yet.

    • howcan on 24/09/2023 - 19:13
      +5

      What part is a PITA? With light usage or occasional use I usually get at least 5 years out of my multimeter batteries. You can even use the old 9v batteries out of your smoke alarms.

    • rumblytangara on 24/09/2023 - 21:04

      You put a 9V in, and leave it there for years. How often are you replacing your multimeter batteries?

      • Hiphopopotamus on 24/09/2023 - 21:55

        Hardly ever which is why I prefer having rechargeables inside, less prone to leaking.

        9V are also more expensive.

        • rumblytangara on 24/09/2023 - 22:32
          +3

          I don't think I've ever had a 9V leak in my entire life.

          And for a $10, I would not use rechargable LSDs, if these things need 9V that's 7.5 x 1.2V NiMHs which 1) wouldn't fit and 2) is $30 worth Enerloops for a $10 multimeter.

          I save my LSD NiMHs for devices that chew through batteries, otherwise it makes little financial sense.

          • Hiphopopotamus on 24/09/2023 - 23:24

            @rumblytangara: Same, but I haven't used them in years. There may be more protection in them compared to AA/AAAs which leak rather often, I believe there are 6 smaller batteries inside.

            My multimeter uses 2x AAAs, sparing 2 from my stash was easy. I like using them in my multimeter because it sees intermittent use.

      • knk on 25/09/2023 - 09:17

        Agreed, lasts a good 2-3 years. Chances are it'll be flat when you need to use it though lol

        Lasts a lot longer if you remember to turn it off when you're done too.

    • dufflover on 24/09/2023 - 22:20

      hmm odd. I've got a couple of their other x999 count ones and they take AAAs.

    • Leonard on 24/09/2023 - 23:18
      +2

      9V battery lasts for at least a couple of years. It's actually a resistance requirement - lower battery voltage gives less accurate resistance results.
      Learned this in PMG tech training approx 1968.
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  • kid-vhee on 24/09/2023 - 18:32

    Showed 6.89 in cart, Checked out, got charged 10.57… cancelled order, new price at 9.63+ gst

    • xazark on 24/09/2023 - 21:14

      I didn't look at the store before reading the comments but reading yours immediately confirmed to me it was AliExpress. I have complained about this before, its super frustrating.

  • iratepirate on 24/09/2023 - 18:32

    This claims to be CATII and 600V - it is not safe for this.
    For low voltage DC it would be okay if you have nothing else.

    • ATangk on 24/09/2023 - 20:39

      Not sure the average person is playing with 600V DC.

      • netsurfer on 24/09/2023 - 23:06

        It's dangerous for AC. Being unfused means just stick with low voltage DC.

  • videoman on 24/09/2023 - 18:32
    +1

    Is this better than the "Cobra Hobbyist Multimeter" I got from bunnings for $4 last year? https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/726280

    • PlaunsJanus on 24/09/2023 - 20:01

      Yes. But I wouldn’t trust either in a trade. Fine for any work bench but if you take it on the go for certain things and don’t want it to be tested and calibrated look elsewhere.

      • ConsumerAffairs on 25/09/2023 - 09:52
        +1

        Why don't people trust these? I'm constantly comparing and checking my cheapo ones against a Fluke one (FIL is a sparky) and they're spot on accurate every time.
        For the price of this one it's the best bang for your buck that you're going to get and as I commented above, this is identical to the Digitech one I have from Jaycar.

        • rumblytangara on 25/09/2023 - 11:45

          Presumably if you're in a trade, then you're testing 220V on a regular basis?

          • ConsumerAffairs on 25/09/2023 - 14:29

            @rumblytangara: HVAC installations, only ever on 240v single phase. Not into the whole 3 phase thing so I'm never touching 415v with the multimeter

  • Ok computer on 24/09/2023 - 18:34
    -4

    Piece of crap if it doesn't read voltages correctly. I have one similar,it does great continuity but poor on AV/DV voltage. I have a Fluke also. It's the classic you get what pay for scenario

    • PlaunsJanus on 24/09/2023 - 20:09
      +3

      Can you please give us a side by side comparison I’m not going to downvote your comment but I think AV/DV voltage isn’t selectable on any multimeter in the fluke range or on the multimeter in this post.

      A bit confusing. And if you have one similar, but not the same you need to stfu

      There are plenty of photo comparisons from users testing cheap multimeters against fluke meters and the difference is around 0.02v… that said my 20 year old fluke is still passing calibration tests and has taken an absolute beating

  • c64 on 24/09/2023 - 18:35

    all i can get using the link is US $5.91, which is 1c less than without the link

  • Nem0 on 24/09/2023 - 18:37
    +1

    Thanks, got one for $1.88, with taxes.

  • xoape on 24/09/2023 - 18:45

    Is this 1999 model supported in 2023?

    • cobknob on 24/09/2023 - 20:41
      +1

      Are u expecting firmware updates?

    • altomic on 25/09/2023 - 08:30
      +1

      yes, but not certified as Y2K compliant

  • crunchyhead on 24/09/2023 - 18:56

    A few years ago I bought a cheap chinese multimeter.
    The selector switch went resistive after a very short period of time.
    After that I could not trust any measurement I made.
    I binned it.

    • PlaunsJanus on 24/09/2023 - 20:16

      You need to all instrumentation equipment tested and calibrated regularly. Test probes/leads/clips…
      I wouldn’t trust anything without testing it before use

      • crunchyhead on 24/09/2023 - 23:16

        This was visibly bad. ie. really unstable readings.
        Sending it for recal would have resulted in the calibration centre throwing it in the bin.
        It really was crap.

  • TelstraCyberduck on 24/09/2023 - 19:42
    +7

    Please dont stick these cheapo meters in mains voltages. For low voltage DC projects they should be fine, to a point.

    • logistics on 24/09/2023 - 20:15
      +2

      Yep. These cheapo ones are fine for DC hobby projects. But might as well get the kit from jaycar (if they still have them) and build it yourself. I still have my dick smith one from back in the day :D

    • PlaunsJanus on 24/09/2023 - 20:18

      Good advice

    • rokufan on 24/09/2023 - 20:41

      Why? Inaccurate or dangerous?

      • Phlume on 24/09/2023 - 21:20
        +1

        Dangerous. Would never trust cheap multimeters with voltage claims and insulation integrity. At best, a blown multimeter. At worst, serious injury or death.

      • TelstraCyberduck on 24/09/2023 - 21:26

        Yep, as @Phlume mentioned. Dangerous, these will be woefully inadequate with protection.

        Honestly though, its best to stay away from messing with mains unless you have a good idea of the risks.

      • netsurfer on 24/09/2023 - 23:15

        Dangerous because like most multimeters in this class, the 10A is unfused so really don't mess around with mains.

        It is fine for low voltage DC (i.e. check batteries, circuits) though accuracy isn't that great. Also, it doesn't have auto range. I don't understand why people want to get this at this price. I get ANENG do make some cost effective multimeters, but it makes no sense to get low end multimeters at this price. Might as well just go to Bunnings and get the cheapest multimeter.

        CLICK Hobbyist Multimeter - $9.57. At least with this one, if you are unhappy with it, you can return it to Bunnings and get your money back.

        ANENG does have cheap RMS auto range multimeters with fuse. However, I probably still wouldn't use them to mess around with mains.

    • Bretttick on 25/09/2023 - 00:35

      This guy says it's good for mains 🤣

      https://www.instagram.com/p/B2mgkPFHif7/?igshid=NTc4MTIwNjQ2…

    • dman1 on 26/09/2023 - 01:03

      Thank the universe for RCDs

  • Goof on 24/09/2023 - 19:55
    +3

    I respect Dave from EEVBlog, he did a tear down review of a different model from this brand and was happy enough with it that I bought one.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xdGQEVdxmQQ

  • Lr2785 on 24/09/2023 - 20:09

    Is there a delay on the audible continuity check?

    I have some expensive multimeters that seem to have a 1 second delay with the audible buzz. Quite frustrating when probing multiple points to find the circuit.

    I find the Jaycar multimeters don’t have the delay, but more expensive ones I own do…

    Edit: I have a couple of analog multimeters that are ideal for instant continuity buzz.

    • PlaunsJanus on 24/09/2023 - 20:25

      Never had this problem testing continuity over 100m in a HV yard but they’re all tested and calibrated before use even when new, straight out of the packet.
      Just my experience but you can’t trust anything that’s been transported and not tested

  • Sleepycat3 on 24/09/2023 - 20:33
    +2

    Fine for simple electronic work, I wouldn't use it for any electrical work on 240VAC, or 100VDC. You don't know the quality of the leads and meter, and whether it will get through the insulation onto you.

    The cheapest chinese brand I would use is the Uni-T multimeters. I have the Uni-T UT139E. It is a basic multimeter, and already costs $70 from Aliexpress.

    • flubba86 on 25/09/2023 - 23:11

      I got a UT139E about 5 years ago. I was searching AliExpress for a 6000-count meter with good rated accuracy spec and tight tolerances from a brand that I recognised, and came across that one. That was before it got popular on the eevblog forum, and before Dave reviewed it. I feel like one of those hipsters that liked the cool thing before it was cool. I still use it regularly, it is the best meter I've ever owned. I trust the readings and the safety as much as I would a Fluke. Looks like it's discontinued now, but there is probably a similar model that replaces it.

  • browser on 24/09/2023 - 20:55
    +5

    The 681 is probably a better value: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005005702521643.html

    It shows $23.86, but if you register using a new email address it will drop to $15.15. However, GST is calculated based on the original price, which is $2.38.

    All up $17.53 shipped. If you are with CR, you should get $0.73 back, so effectively $16.80.

    The extra $6 gets you rechargeable lithium battery (surprisingly Type-C USB), temperature, frequency, NCV, auto-ranging, 6,000 count resolution (not super high). Probably many other functions. Screen maybe hard to read in bright light (i.e. outdoor).

    There are also 682 and 683 at higher price, they are functionally similar to 681 with different foreground and background colour. The "Pro" variants of 681, 682, 683 are the same units but come with more leads.

    Walking through review of 681: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V8_jUvEaMy8
    Tear down review of 682: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ejQYMXBbww

    • zombie hunter on 25/09/2023 - 07:45

      Do you have vb script to do that automatically ?

      • browser on 25/09/2023 - 09:34

        Now I use ChatGPT :D

  • djc on 25/09/2023 - 13:55

    Sorry, the page you requested can not be found :(

  • Ramjet21 on 25/09/2023 - 17:16

    How does this compare to the Fluke 179? :)

    • browser on 26/09/2023 - 11:05
      +1

      Go for Fluke if that's your tool of trade. For average hobbyist, difficult to justify.

  • team teri on 04/10/2023 - 23:35

    Received mine today.

    This seems to be a case of "you get what you pay for".

    Yes, it arrived (and quick enough), yes, it sort of works. But it feels extremely flimsy, I would not trust the insulation of the probe wires with mains voltage, and the lack of accuracy rules it out for most purposes.

    Only checked it as a voltmeter, against one that cost 10 times the price, which I trust based on years of accurate readings. 9V battery that I just pulled out of a smoke alarm: trusted meter: 9.12V, this one 9.36V. 12V lead acid battery on charge: trusted meter 13.2V, this one 13.6V.

    It will live in the car now, should be ok to diagnose 12V battery issues, blown fuses, etc, basically things where accuracy doesn't matter much.

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