Which Test Kit is Best and Why

[Amp David]

Wouldn't have thought that the bonding would have created a paralel path s both gas and water are run into the property in plastic.

What throws me is why it is only when testing lighting circuits that i get odd results.

 

[PeterGB]

I can't help you on that but we'll get told off if we continue the discussion on this thread!

I go back to my original question - is there any reason not to go for a Kewtech KT65?

 

[oobie]

Morning Any feedback on the seaward supernova elite as I am thinking of buying one, it's a bit expensive, can someone tell me why is it so expensive and is there a cheaper option with the same features hope you can help cheers paul

 

[Former Sponsor TM]

Morning Any feedback on the seaward supernova elite as I am thinking of buying one, it's a bit expensive, can someone tell me why is it so expensive and is there a cheaper option with the same features hope you can help cheers paul

Hi oobie,
Welcome to the forum! The Supernova Elite is a very good tester, it's one of the most comprehensive testers available. Mainly designed for 110V it has a transformer built in. That means you can supply the tester with 230V and still perform a 110V load/run test and vise versa, ideal for working on construction sites. If you don't need the 110V or flash functionality I'd recommend going for the Supernova's little brother: Seaward Europa Plus there are lots of other cheaper options available, it all depends on what you need the tester to do. If you want some advice or would like to discuss your requirements further please give us a call and we'd be more than happy to help. 0113 248 9966

 

[teresa01]

Hi everyone

I am looking for a measuring tool to measure roofs from the ground re pv, any suggestions?

 

[gunioss]

My preference is Megger MFT 1552 - Quality, Simplicity and Toughness. Best buy for everyone

 

[lois]

more expensive is better....

 

[dim_bulb]

Is there a way to make this into a poll? we could see overall results and might influence future purchase

-megger
-fluke
-robin
-b&q £6 multimeter

 

[lois]

I have multimeter n fluke, but robin i never know 'bout that.

 

[westy77]

Hi, found this forum while researching testers. I'm about to set up on my own and want to buy my first tester. I'm undecided between the Fluke 1653b or if it's worth paying the extra for the 1654b? Or to get the Megger 1553?

 

[PeterGB]

I know people who have Fluke and Megger mft's and they like them. I went for a Kewtech KT65 and like it. It's a comprehensive bit of kit and seems intuitive to use. If you follow GS38 you'd narrow your search down to fused leads only but I don't know how many do that.

 

[westy77]

Cheers, last place I worked for had separate units, place before that I had a Fluke (I think 1653) which I got on with ok. I would prefer an all in one unit. I have had a go with a Megger which seemed good, hence if I'm having to buy one myself wanting to make sure I do it right first time. I'm sencing there's not a lot between Fluke or Megger other than brand loyalty. Thing is, if I get a Fluke will the 1653 do? Is it worth the extra near on £100 for the 1654? I'm thinking (actually praying I get work more like) that I will be using it for domestic, commercial/industrial, periodics in those also.

 

[brucelee]

Good luck mate
I have used both they are both good I have a megger 1552 and used a megger 1552 and the fluke 1653b I am bias and prefer my megger like the look of the new meggers especially 1720 and 1730
but i have heard some negative reports of the bluetooth function and on site software but again only from word of mouth
the megger 1552 is easy to use and reliable
but its down to you mate as for the 1654 didnt know there was one lol

they are all good mate and will do the job if not you get a 3 yrs manufacturer with megger so you can always send it back

as for the fused test leads with the megger it has in built 500mA fuse so not needed in the leads but I think you can get some fused test leads for the megger

 

[nikmet]

Im tempted by the megger 1720 or 1730, both very good from what research ive done, also 1730 rechargeable battery

 

[westy77]

I didn't know about the Megger 1700 range! How do these differ to say the 1552/3? Where ever I have worked they have just given me a tester and I got on with it. Now I have to buy my own, I don't want to spend £600 and find it's not good enough as well as I don't want to spend a grand fir all the bells and whistles and never have to blow half the whistles, so to speak. If I'm honest it's frying my tiny fragile mind!