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Test Products International
tpi
Model 183 True RMS Digital Multimeter

3-Year Limited  Warranty

Enhanced capabilities for the troubleshooter.

Features

Triple Display - Permits simultaneous viewing of three separate readings. Perfect for monitoring min/max and hold data while also displaying real time readings.  Analog Bar-Graph shows rapidly changing inputs, such as current surges and voltage spikes which are too fast to be captured by digital sampling circuitry.

True RMS Multimeter
- Permits accurate measurement of non-sinusoidal waveforms such as those used for DC SCR Motor Drives, Variable Frequency AC Drives (VFD's), and AC Soft-Start Equipment.


Easy to Operate -
The most common functions are simply selected with the rotary Function Switch.  Advanced applications are easily set-up with the convenient push buttons.

Capacitance Measurement - With the 183 goes to 10,000 microfarads which is high enough to be of real value to electricians.  Use this function to check single-phase motor starting capacitors, medium voltage motor surge capacitors, and power factor correction capacitors.  (We will be developing an Instrument Application Note on this subject soon.)

RS232 Output - Optically coupled for high noise immunity. Cable and Windows-Based Software permits down-loading of measurement data to a computer for printing a hard-copy troubleshooting reference, further analysis, or inclusion in reports.

Record, Compare, and Relative Percentage Modes Help pinpoint system problems by recording deviations below and above programmable Min/Max Setpoints. Use it to detect abnormalities such as: Over/Under Voltage or Current. Instrument flags the time of the deviation (from the start of the recording).


See below for a list of Instrument Application Notes detailing the use of Test Products International digital multimeters or click Article Index to go directly to a list of all Instrument Application Notes.

Included Accessories

The basic instrument package includes: protective boot (see below), test probes, battery, and Instruction Manual.

The 183 Protective Boot (included) is the nicest we've seen.  Locks in two positions for stable, convenient viewing                                          

 .TPI Digital Multimeter Protective Boot

Model 183

Price $159.95

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TPI Model 183 Digital Multimeter
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See below for a list of recommended accessories for Test Products International 183 Digital Multimeters.

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Recommended Optional Equipment

Enhancing the 183's Capability

Price

                   

TLS2000RB

Deluxe Test Lead Kit with Right Angle Meter Plugs.  Has screw-on tips, Alligator Clips, and forked-lugs.  Double-Insulated leads have ultra-high stranding and Silicon Insulation for optimum safety and flexibility even in cold temperature environments.  As an extra safety feature the white insulation liner shows through the outer insulation jacket when the lead is damaged or becomes worn to the replacement limit.

$39.95

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SDK1 Value Test Lead Kit

If your work involves electronic trouble-shooing at the electronic circuit board level, you will want this Value Test Lead Kit which contains miniature clips and probes essential for attachment to small circuit components.  (Note: SDK1C lead kit is not intended for measurements on high-power circuits - use TLS2000RB Lead Set shown above for industrial applications.)

$31.95

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                      Current Adapter for TPI Digital Multimeters and Oscilloscopes.

Also works with the tpi 460 Oscilloscope.
So you don't have to buy two probes!

A256 AC/DC Current  Adapter

This is the adapter you will probably want for most motor control applications. It is good for use up to 400 amps, but is still small enough to be convenient in tight MCC enclosures.  For improved accuracy at lower currents, the unit also has a switch selectable 40 amp range.  Another plus: it is a DC probe which is handy for measuring the DC output of exciters and generators, welders, and station battery chargers.

$84.95

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     Low Current Adapter for TPI Digital Multimeter and Oscilloscopes

DC operation is accomplished through the use of state-of-the-art Hall Effect Circuitry.
This adapter also works with the
tpi 460 Oscilloscope.

A254 AC/DC Current  Adapter

Here's a neat and safe way to measure currents on High Voltage Equipment.  The A254 adapter has a maximum rating of 60 amps, but is accurate down to 10 milliamps, so you can make current measurements on the 5-amp secondary of Current Transformers (CT's) and stay out of the High Voltage Cubicle. The small opening diameter insures good coupling but is large enough for protective relay and other instrument wiring.  See our Application Note below.

$299.95

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Also works with the
tpi 460 Oscilloscope.

A296 AC/DC Current Adapter

This Adapter will go to 1000 amps and has a larger jaw opening (circular in shape, it opens to 1.5 inches).  If you are working with a lot of high currents and big conductor this adapter will be your choice.

$84.95

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A108 Software for the 183

Download measurements and waveforms to your PC.  Includes Windows-Based Software and RS232 Optically coupled cable.

$39.95

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A902 Hard Plastic Carrying Case

You will want to protect your investment with this convenient, rugged, carrying case.  Plenty of room for the instrument as well as test leads and other accessories.

$19.95

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Available Application Notes on tpi - Test Products International
183 True RMS Digital Multimeter

Click article title or number below to view and download article in PDF Format.
or
Click Article Index to see a listing of all Instrument Application Notes.

 

Title Synopsis Article #
Diode Test Procedure

How to test semiconductor diodes with the TPI 183 Multimeter

AN0001

DC Voltage Measurement

Making DC voltage measurements with the TPI 183 Multimeter.

AN0002

DC Current Measurement Making DC current measurements with the TPI 183 Multimeter. AN0003
Resistance Measurement Making resistance measurements with the TPI 183 Multimeter. AN0004
AC Voltage and Frequency Measurement Making AC voltage and simultaneous frequency measurements with the TPI 183 Multimeter. AN0005
AC Current Measurement Making AC current measurements with the TPI 183 Multimeter and the TPI A256 AC/DC Clamp On Current Adapter. AN0006
Transistor Test Procedure How to test NPN and PNP transistors with the TPI 183 Multimeter AN0007

AC Current Measurement
on High Voltage Systems

 

Quick and safe measurement of High Voltage System Currents using the TPI A254 Low-Current Adapter. Low range accuracy permits measurements on the system Current Transformer (CT) secondary windings.  Adapter can be used with most TPI Multimeters, the TPI 460 Oscilloscope, or the TPI 440 Scopemeter.

AN0008

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