How to measure DC current
I am wanting to measure some of the loads (amps) on my coach. My standard multi-meter does not support this. Thinking about options. What are you folks using and any tips on ways to get reli...
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wa8yxm wrote:
Most standard multi-meters will meter up to 10 amps wheh put in series with the load (Easiest way is to pull the fuse and repalce with the meter and an in-line fuse holder).
However for bigger loads go to Sears. A Crafstman model 82369 will do up to 400 amps clamp on, However it does NOT indicate direction of flow when used clamp on.
It reads + or -, though. Same thing, right? What I find funny is that when I flip it around and take the reading in the opposite direction, the absolute values are never equal. I can't recall which way it is... I think the negative reading always shows fewer amps.
