HOW TO USE A MULTIMETER - Measure Voltage, Current, Resistance and Continuity

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2 жыл бұрын

Just how do you use a multi-meter properly. This is an often asked question by many trades people, DIYers, electronics enthusiasts and car mechanics.
A multi-meter is simple to use if set up properly and the results displayed can be very useful if read correctly. And this is often the difficulty, having the confidence that the correct range has been selected in order to give meaningful results and then being able to interpret the results and do something with them.
In this video we will start from the beginning, the basics, and explain the different functions available, the settings to choose and show you some real examples of testing taking place.
For those of you that may use resistors, we also have several videos on the resistor colour code and the following link will take you to a popular LearnElectrics video on this subject … 4 Band Resistor Colour Code
• 4 BAND RESISTOR COLOUR...
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Always work safely, electricity can be dangerous. If you are unsure, stop and seek advice.

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@learnelectrics4402 2 жыл бұрын

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@steveokinevo 2 жыл бұрын

Nice one Dave, happy to see the channel growing mate, we shall keep spreading the word, Steve.

@learnelectrics4402 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your support Steve, very much appreciated and yes, please keep passing the word. Dave.

@abdoaiman 2 жыл бұрын

Many thanks dave.. Great as usual 🙏

@learnelectrics4402 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you my friend, appreciated comments.

@user-qi8tv2sj4m 9 ай бұрын

Fantastic information. You’re the best, thanks.

@learnelectrics4402 9 ай бұрын

I appreciate that, great feedback.

@56jmack 2 жыл бұрын

Another excellent informative upload, carry on the good work

@learnelectrics4402 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely Jimmy. Lots more to come. Thanks for the feedback. Dave.

@davidpatterson1574 2 жыл бұрын

Very good explanation -thank you

@learnelectrics4402 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you found it helpful. Thanks for the support. Dave.

@danielteyehuago1633 Жыл бұрын

Wow! This is very informative, thanks for sharing it with us Dave. It worth it and the best tutorial on the topic for me...dl

@learnelectrics4402 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, your comments are appreciated. Thanks for watching.

@leeedwards3783 9 ай бұрын

great advice on learning to use a multi meter. Thank you

@learnelectrics4402 9 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful and thanks for watching.

@osmanalhassan8566 7 ай бұрын

Am from Ghana I like ur video

@learnelectrics4402 7 ай бұрын

Thank you Osman. Over 200 videos on the channel and on the website. Thanks for watching. Dave.

@markr452 2 жыл бұрын

Really good thanks

@learnelectrics4402 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you too! I used to live in Shropshire. Thanks for watching, lots more to come. Dave.

@paulhowcroft5164 2 жыл бұрын

Very good and helpful video. Any chance on a video on PAT Testing?

@learnelectrics4402 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Paul. Yes, PAT testing, a few people have asked so I must do something about it in near future. Thanks for your support, appreciated. Dave.

@AndrewCook7 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant video Dave, as always, OL does however mean Open Line and not overload. 😂

@learnelectrics4402 Жыл бұрын

Just testing you !!!!! Thanks for the info, appreciated and thanks for your support. Dave.

@kevinbenstock8116 Жыл бұрын

Great informative videos, i am a competent DIYer who works on my home electricity supply, you have taught me a lot watching your video about multi meters, spurs, etc. I dont know if you have already done one, but if not could you do a video and its uses of a fluke T150 or similar voltage test leads, to check for live cables etc. Also using a fluke T150 or similar how to test which cable in a ceiling or rose is the switch line cable if the wires are loose or you have pulled them out of the ceiling rose and cant remember what wire go where??? keep up the good work, thanks Kevin

@learnelectrics4402 Жыл бұрын

Great idea Kevin. Its on the list. Thanks for watching. Dave.

@ifyougetstucklookitup237 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@learnelectrics4402 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. Dave.

@alfalou84 Жыл бұрын

Ive started a basic electric course online with coursegate. I'm hands on type of person. So things like this I learn better or diagrams. Thanks

@learnelectrics4402 Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful Lou. If you go to LearnElectrics.com you can put a keyword into the search bar and you will get a list of relevant videos and direct links to KZfaq videos. Stick with it, its a good trade to be in. Thanks for watching, lots more to come. Dave.

@dennisfowler7873 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Dave…if there is DC leakage in an appliance…would the the DC setting on a multimeter measure the leakage

@learnelectrics4402 2 жыл бұрын

If you are measuring on the DC side yes. You may damage the meter testing DC on an AC circuit. Can you download the user manual for your meter. Dave.

@ranjan1436 2 жыл бұрын

My multimeter doesn't have the capacitance measurement facility, it is more similar to your meter, how do i measure Capacitance using this meter?

@learnelectrics4402 2 жыл бұрын

If you don't have that function it can't be done. Sorry.

@ranjan1436 2 жыл бұрын

@@learnelectrics4402 Ok ,sure

@asadng2920 2 жыл бұрын

Why dont they teach us in colleges like this?

@learnelectrics4402 2 жыл бұрын

Because I teach you in a method that I know works from 40 years on the tools. Colleges have to follow a lesson plan written by someone who, very probably, is not an electrician. Thanks for your support and great comments, really appreciated. Dave.

@asadng2920 2 жыл бұрын

@@learnelectrics4402 the best method so far. Really appreciate your help. Plz, if possible, upload some videos on fault finding in domestic dwelling.

@learnelectrics4402 2 жыл бұрын

Will do. It is planned to do this.

@markletts8802 2 жыл бұрын

BRILLIANT...cheers mate..idiot proof,so I was fine

@learnelectrics4402 2 жыл бұрын

That's great news Mark, glad we could help in a small way. Dave.

@sajad459 2 жыл бұрын

When I tell the electricians that the polarity in a socket is wrong and it must be corrected, They look at me the way a wise human is looking at a fool 😀😀😀

@learnelectrics4402 2 жыл бұрын

Reverse polarity definitely unsafe. Thanks for watching. Dave.