Equus 3320 Auto-Ranging Digital Multimeter reviews

the Equus 3320 Auto-Ranging Digital Multimeter is considered a must-have for people in the car electrical repair business, DIYers and just about anyone who need to check their electrical appliances and batteries. It is not just another low-price tool sold with hypes. It is a really useful tool to have at hand.

This digital multimeter is designed to test both DC and AC voltage, DC and AC currents, batteries, diodes, resistance and continuity. It is robust, compact and has removable protective rubber guarding the four corners to prevent damage should you drop it. It also has auto shut off feature to conserve battery power.

Auto ranging is the main selling point of this digital multimeter. Auto ranging speeds up your work because you don't have to do any guess works. It also simplifies the testing procedure for novices who don't know much about the technical details of electrical equipments and measurements. The Equus 3320 gives accurate results and has large display so you can read the results clearly.

Another good thing about the Equus 3320 is that it uses standard plugs so it's compatible with lots of connectors and probes. It also uses 2 AA batteries (which can be found easily in any store) instead of expensive 9V battery. This multimeter is also equipped with an elastic wrist wrap and stand. While they are not super important features they are proven very useful.

Unlike many cheap digital multimeters the Equus 3320 Auto-Ranging Digital Multimeter has a very good dial. The stop points are precise and it's easy to turn. If you use it frequently you can be sure it won't snap just after a couple of weeks.

Now let's discuss about the weaknesses. First is when locking onto the right range this tool really takes its time. It can be annoying at times. Secondly is the manual. It covers all the necessary basics but the get the most of it you will need to find the information on the internet.

In conclusion the Equus 3320 Auto-Ranging Digital Multimeter is a great multimeter for most people. It has the important options to handle various components. It definitely exceeds the $21 you pay for it. If you don't have on in your toolbox yet you should buy one.

Equus 3320 Auto-Ranging Digital Multimeter reviews

This review is from: Equus 3320 Auto-Ranging Digital Multimeter (Tools & Home Improvement)

This is a meter of above average quality for the price. A great meter to have for the do it your-selfer for around the house, car or boat. However, one function that is lacking is high range AC current (amps) the description says it measures AC current but doesn't say that the max AC amps it can test is 200mA or .2 amps, not really practical for ANY AC current measurments. You can measure the current of say a 20 watt AC light bulb with this meter. The PC you are using to read this draws about 3.5-4 AMPS or about 3500-4000 milli amps, this meter maxes out at 200 ma.

I bought it for AC amps but can't use it for that. I'll keep it as a back up meter but I have to buy a better meter for AC amps. I guess that's what I get for being a cheap skate... time to buy a Fluke!

  By S. Harris "Offshore Sailor"

This is a good little meter.

Thumb uppers: Small overall size, large LCD display, auto-ranging, uses 2 AA batteries, uses standard sized banana plugs so is compatible with several 3rd party or customized probes/connectors.

 By Walt Klonizchii






Thumb downers: probe clips are such weak, soft rubber that they don't grip the probes securely. And it would be nice for a little more $$ to include a case. So instead buy a $3 camera case to solve both deficiencies. Too bad the over-sized instruction booklet isn't the same size as the meter so it can be stored in the same case.

 P. Johnson "User" (USA)



 Excellent unit, better than any prosumer meter available at Radio Shack. The built-in stand is great. Display size great. Meter leads with included protective removable tip covers great. Battery condition indicator LED great. Do not pass on this unit!

 Equus 3320 Auto-Ranging Digital Multimeter I own several other digital meters. This one is best, just ordered 2 more. Auto off and AA batteries! Leaving a normal DVM on will kill the costly 9V battery! Its own novel battery testing is fast and easy with LEDs. AC 200mA range used with a shunt(say 1 or 0.1 Ohm precision) can give you higher AC current range! No AC current at all on others. Even has a wriststrap on the back. Much larger digits and autoranging works super. Readings are not ambiguous. My Velleman only reads to 2 MegOhms - Equus 20M. Equus has four ACV ranges vice two for others. Lacks a backlight, hold and transistor gain (hFE) - features I seldom use, anyway. Buy one!

 By K. Schultz "Tritechlabs"

 First of all, I do like my new multimeter. I do computer work and I frequently have to test for power. The small probes with this multimeter fit all but the most microscopic power adapters, so it proves useful getting tight spaces. You can use this thing on your vehicle and inside the home, so it's very versatile. For people like me than don't know a ton about electrical power, the auto ranging feature makes testing VERY simple.

However, the neatest features of this multimeter were...cheap. The two "hooks" for the probes to hold them off the table don't hold very well at all. They work, but the probes are more than likely to fall when you pick up the multimeter...so keep the caps on to prevent stabbing yourself.

The other issue I had was more of a geek thing. The three LED's that show the power for the batteries on my multimeter no longer work, and that happened after less than 24 hours after opening the packaging. It doesn't matter much because if you're testing a 1.5v battery and the screen says 0.3, it's "dead". I just like stuff that's supposed to be lit to actually light up when they are supposed to.

 By J. L. Brooks "ZenMasterOfIT"

Equus 3320 Auto-Ranging Digital Multimeter reviews

Product Features

•  Auto-ranging scales eliminate the need to dial in the correct range when making electronic measurements

•  Safe for automotive and household uses

•   Large, color-coded LED digital display

•  Designed to test AC or DC voltage, batteries, AC and DC currents, resistance, diodes, and continuity

•  Color-coded LED's display battery quick check

Product Specifications

 Product Information

 Brand:                                                    Equus

Manufacturer Part Number:                    3320
Sizing and Specifications
Item Weight :                                         11.68 Ounces
Height:                                                     5 inches
Length:                                                     2 inches
Width:                                                      10 inches

 

Product Description

     This multi-meter is a general-purpose instrument designed for use in general electronics, home electrical applications, and automotive electrical and electronic systems. It has auto-ranging scales which eliminate the need to dial in the correct range when making electronic measurements. The 10-megohm input is safe for automotive and household uses like fuses, wiring, general-purpose batteries, and automotive circuits. It has a color-coded LED which displays a battery quick check, showing green for good, yellow for weak and red for replacement. It also comes with protective rubber corner guards for drop protection. This meter is designed to test AC or DC voltage, batteries, AC and DC currents, resistance, diodes, and continuity