Which tester?

[m3gt2]

Hi all,

I have pretty much decided on a Megger 1553, unless I get told otherwise by those of you that are much wiser than I! But do you think it is worth paying the extra for the onsire software? Many thanks, Chris

 

[bobbyhowler]

Thats the bluetooth one i think im not sure it will save you much time you will still have to input cable sizes for each circuit breaker types cable type . Its only the test results you will bluetooth over how long does it take to jot a result down? of course its your decision and you will do whats best for you. best of luck just for the record ive had no direct experience with this tester

 

[Phil]

http://www.electriciansforums.net/electrical-tools-products/15578-test-kit-best-why.html

 

[acat]

Dont really think its worth the extra money 1552 much better


Chris

 

[m3gt2]

Dont really think its worth the extra money 1552 much better


Chris

Thanks, I was originally thinking of this but with the 1553 only £15 more I thought it was worth the extra, is there any other reason to go with the 1552? Does the battery last longer? Thanks, Chris

 

[Sintra]

If it is only £15 more then go for the 1553 then if you start to do larger testing jobs the powersuite software and bluetooth will definately be an advantage.

 

[mogga]

the softwear is ace n ur client can get a Viewer for it as Sintra says its great for big sites Company I work for have their own adaptation of certs on Lappy but I cant bluetooth to it still 200% better than filling all those wee boxes with a pen

 

[bgee67]

i'm in the market for a new multifunction tester. i was looking at the fluke 1653B, borrowed megger for a while n made my neck ache using the strap, think the flukes lighter n more robust tho havent used one for a long period.

 

[m3gt2]

Well I have ordered a 1553 just hope I will be pleased, thanks for all your input guys!

 

[mikeymoo]

You wont go wrong with the Megger. I first thought the bluetooth was a Gimmick but found it really useful. Ive also had a fluke but megga wins hands down for ease of use.

 

[m3gt2]

Thanks, got home today to a card saying tried to post large package so fingers crossed thats the tester!

 

[m3gt2]

It arrived today , what brand of batteries do you find last longest? Cheers, Chris

 

[Golden_Boy]

It arrived today , what brand of batteries do you find last longest? Cheers, Chris

Duracel

 

[mogga]

the ones mine came with lasted 3 weeks of doing PIRs every ready energiser pro the battery indicator flashes at around 8.5 v n continuity tests is affected

 

[banip]

i got alphatek metrel erotest easi,and is great.dont have to carry tables with max. results they are built in!! megger is just most popular but i dont really think best