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MAKING MULTIMETERS ACCESSIBLE FOR ALL

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Details 07 July 2022

Multimeters have, since they were first invented in 1920 by British Post Office
engineer Donald Macadie, been the domain of the electrical contractor.
HellermannTyton’s new range, aimed at the DIYer or homeowner, is changing that.

Essentially, a multimeter is a box of electronic circuitry that allows you to
troubleshoot just about any type of electrical wiring or device. How do you use
a multimeter? You simply dial the proper function and scale, touch the two test
leads to the wiring or device in question and check the meter reading. Depending
on the setting, the multimeter will tell if you have a broken connection, no
power, poor connections, faulty parts and more.

With all its numbers, dials and switches, a multimeter can be pretty
intimidating, especially for the untrained. Yet it is relatively inexpensive,
well worth learning, and should be in the toolbox of anyone seeking to do wiring
diagnostics and appliance repair.

HellermannTyton is a global leader in its industry with world class sales,
development and manufacturing operations based in 37 countries worldwide.
HellermannTyton South Africa is an ISO/TS 16949 quality approved manufacturer
and distributor of cable accessories, test instruments, connectors and
components for use within the electrical and associated industries.

The company is strategically located with its head office, manufacturing and
distribution facilities situated in Johannesburg, and branch offices in Durban,
Port Elizabeth and Cape Town. This, coupled with a team of over 80 sales staff,
ensures its customers have immediate access to product, sales and technical
assistance.

With the new T85D Digital Multimeter, HellermannTyton is making multimeters less
complicated. Ryan Burger, Divisional Product Manager – Tools and Instruments at
HellermannTyton notes that the product is designed for people who are interested
in electronics. “It is aimed at technikons, colleges, or the inquisitive
homeowner or DIY’er, although we must state that all electrical work should be
done by a qualified electrician,” he says. “It is a product that is easy to use
– there is no dial, so it is simply plug and play. You plug in the test leads
and the multimeter automatically registers if you are measuring resistance,
voltage or current.”

Despite a retail price of just R418, the multimeter, which is powered by 2 x
1.5V AAA batteries and which comes standard with test leads, is packed with
useful features. Along with being a cost effective True-RMS multimeter for more
accurate and clear readings, a built-in flashlight allows users to light the
area while testing, for instance a DB. The T85D also features an LCD digital
display, full intelligent automatic range, Diode test, Firewire recognition,
capacitance test, a backlight, and non-contact EF detection (NCV). “The
non-contact EF detection is a handy addition for the homeowner,” says Burger.
“It is a non-contact voltage detection function, where the user presses the NCV
button and moves the device towards the wire of a plug to measure the current
flowing through a cable without connecting anything. For instance, if a light
switch is on but the light isn’t working, the homeowner can hold up the
multimeter to a dead lamp and, if it beeps, it means that the lightbulb is
getting power but the light bulb is faulty. This provides quick and easy
troubleshooting to see whether something is working.”

The T85D, the latest addition to the DIY range, was launched in February and
sold out within weeks. More stock was subsequently ordered and the product will
be available in retail stores imminently. Other multimeters in the range include
the T1300H and the T835, which also measures temperature.

HellermannTyton recommends that all electrical work is conducted by a qualified
electrician to ensure safety of both personnel and installation as well as
compliance to SANS regulations.

Enquiries: www.hellermanntyton.co.za

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