While using a digital multimeter to diagnose electrical problems on customers’ equipment, I frequently hear the comment, “I’ve got one of those multimeter things, but I never learned how to use it.” ...

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Multimeters are a vital part of any electronics project, but learning how to use one isn't as simple as it looks. Thankfully, the above video from Adafruit walks you through pretty much everything you ...

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A multimeter might look intimidating, but learning to use this simple electrician's tool will come in handy during a number of every day tasks.

Ever wondered how engineers inspect capacitors, resistors, and inductors? The solution is frequently in a device known as an LCR meter. The tool is quite valuable since it measures three significant ...

Inrush current effect is common in electric motors. Sometimes, in case of ill-designed electrical wiring systems, switching on the motor may activate the fuse. It is caused by the inrush current – ...

The main purpose of a smart meter is to send meter readings to your energy supplier automatically. But there's more you can do with them if you know how. Your smart meter gives you access to detailed ...