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DATA LOGGING MULTIMETERS

Procon Technology can supply the following single channel DMM (Digital Multi-Meter) at competitive prices. Please see prices below and email us regarding your quantity requirements. In Australia, call 03-98306288 now to buy!

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QM1571 Digital Multimeter TRUE RMS with wireless USB, logs direct to PC. Software included. UT60E Digital Multimeter TRUE RMS with RS232 output (USB with adapter), logs direct to PC. Software included. Q1190 or CHY48R Digital Multimeter logs up to 32,000 data values - operates independently or stand-alone from PC.

To find out more about Digital Multimeters and what they do, go to: www.doctronics.co.uk/meter.htm
Bonus 4 in 1 screwdriver set with every datalogging DMM!

QM1571 (shown above left)
Latest technology! Operates wirelessly to log data to your PC thru any USB port. Use the supplied Windows program or write your own... example programs available in QBASIC, VisualBASIC and Excel with VBA (Visual Basic for Applications). Our example program captures data and inserts it directly into Excel in real time !!!! This DMM features rugged IP67 weather-proof design (it floats on water), non-contact voltage detection* and TRUE-RMS measurements and all capabilities of the UT-60E below including temperature measurements with the ability to display in °C or °F. The display resolution is 0.1 degrees. Comes with presentation box, a handy carry pouch with DMM (9V battery installed), wireless USB receiver with 1.2m lead, a K type bead wire temperature probe (stainless steel probe optional extra - QM1282), two quality test probes and a lifetime warranty!

The QM1571 meter oozes quality inside and out - click here. It is so indestructable that we offer a "lifetime warranty". It is similar to other meters costing much more... but the QM1571 includes wireless data collection and a non-contact voltage detector! "The QM1571 is a comprehensive low cost multimeter, for the money its functionality is fantastic, with everything you would expect with good AC & DC ranges, Frequency and Capacitance measurements, complete with Temperature Probe and Case. Exceptional value for money. Why buy a Fluke?"

* place the top of the DMM near AC wiring and a red LED will illuminate. Switch to 400mV DC and select Hertz and display the AC frequency without any physical contact! Note, when collecting data always insert a new battery... a good quality 9V alkaline battery will last 3 days continuously (with wireless operation) and up to 1 week with a lithium battery! Imagine? Now you can monitor data, such as battery voltage, remotely whilst your mobile robot wanders around! Or use the QM1571 in a hazardous environment whilst you collect data direct on your PC. Multiple meters can even be connected to a PC... why not use one meter to measure V and another to measure I and then calculate the Power = V*I directly in Excel?

UT60E (shown above middle)
This quality meter from Uni-Trend is equivalent to the Voltcraft VC840 and has similar features and accuracy to the no longer available QM1538 (commonly used by Australian Coffee Roasters). Features auto-ranging (with manual override), True RMS AC measurement and includes a serial or COM port interface that reads samples at up to 3 samples per second. A USB adapter is optional. Also features; 3.75 digit (3999) large 18mm high LCD display (backlit) sampling 3 times per second, 10 Amp current measurement, continuity test with buzzer, diode test, resistance, capacitance, frequency and duty-cycle measurements. Provided on the meter is a data hold and a relative (zero) button. It measures DC Voltage to 1000V, AC Voltage to 750V RMS or 1000V peak (40-400Hz), Resistance to 40M ohm, Capacitance to 100uF, Frequency from 10Hz to 10MHz and Duty Cycle from 0.1% to 99.9% (10KHz max). Also has a thermocouple temperature measurement from -40 to +1000°C, which displays ambient temperature when not plugged in. The UT60E meter complies with standards IEC61010; in pollution degree 2, CAT III 1000V and CAT IV 600V, includes a detailed manual explaining usage and maintenance of the meter and software that saves data directly in Excel format (XML). Data can also be saved in text (TXT) or database (DB) formats. Procon Technology also provides additional software that then allows you to decide which is best for your needs. We also provide an example programs in QBASIC and VisualBASIC that shows you how to write your own 'special' application and acquire data directly from the DMM. Size 177x85x40mm (7.0x3.3x1.6") and weighs 300gms including 9V battery provided. Also comes with test leads, serial computer lead, temperature senser, software and a 1 year warranty. Optionally available is the Q1127 temperature probe.

Q1190 (shown above right) LOGS UP TO 32,000 ITEMS OF DATA ON THE METER!
The CHY48R Multilogger with RS232 output (USB also available) is a versatile DMM with 4.5 digit back-lit display and all the measurement features of a DMM including voltage, current and resistance plus two temperature measurements (T1 or T2) and temperature difference (T1-T2) - i.e. Dual Input Thermometer measures between -50 and +1300°C (-58 to +2000°F), frequency to 10MHz, duty cycle and pulse width to 1KHz, capacitance measurement to 15,000uF !! , 5V logic test, a high and low alarm (with buzzer and logic outputs), date and time-of-day clock and minimum, maximum and average display. It can store up to 32,000 samples of real time data with an adjustable sample time (from 0.1 seconds to 24 hours) in logging mode with up to 6,500 groups of data (each time you stop and start data recording again it starts a new data group in memory). It also records up to 5,400 events or alarms (it records the start and stop times of high and low alarms) or up to 6,500 manually saved values (records the value, meter setting plus date and time). The data is stored in internal flash memory (data is not lost with power failure) and may be uploaded to a PC for later analysis. May also be logged direct to PC! The unit's size is 90x55x200mm (3.5x2.2x7.9") and it weighs 335gm (0.8lbs). Applications include; test workbench for equipment or component quality control testing (manually performed or integrated into automatic equipment). Machine downtime and fault recording (gives date and time). Chart recording of electrical values, absolute temperature or temperature difference and minimum and maximum event recording and display. Incoming and outgoing goods testing and sorting. Electrical and electronic research, construction and repair work. A truly versatile instrument (just like a one channel datataker) with end-less possibilities! Click here to enlarge view. Click here for specifications. Comes with standard probes, clip leads, two thermocouples, serial cable, software, 9V battery, 100-240VAC mains adapter (new) and a two year warranty!

A802 - ANALOG MULTIMETER
The Protek A802 is an analogue multi-meter (AMM) or multi-tester which includes 1.5V and 9V battery tests for simple evaluation of your batteries! Unlike most Digital Multimeters, this analogue meter is useful for observing fluctuating voltages, currents and resistances, as well as for testing LED (Light Emmitting Diodes) as sufficient voltage and current is provided on the resistance range to allow this! Change from x1 to x10 to dim the LED! All measurements can be made (except resistance and continuity) without batteries installed... great for emergency use! Whether you require a simple meter that provides a good/?/bad answer to your battery's condition (for unskilled persons) or whether you're nostalgic for "the good old days", here's the meter for you! Comes with two probes, spare 0.5A fuse (inside), two AA batteries and a 12 months warranty. For information on using an analog multimeter - click here.

SPECIAL NOTE: Everything you need is included with these meters. With some other suppliers you have to pay extra for the temperature probes, computer software and connection cables! Don't have a serial port? No Problem! Use the D2340 attached to your USB port. FREE D-2340 with purchase of Q1190. Hurry! Limited stock.

PRICE LIST.........current until 31st May, 2013AUS$+GSTNOTE
QM1571, Digital Multimeter with Data logging...
................includes all accessories + bonus software!
$100.00$110.00pic
DMM-SW, Software examples in QBASIC, VB, Excel...
................FREE if you buy 2 or more QM1571 or UT60E
$45.00$49.50.
QM1571-F1, SIBA 5019906 10A 1000V 5AG fuse$15.00$16.50.
QM1571-F2, SIBA 7017240 500mA 1000V fuse$9.00$9.90.
QM-1282, thermocouple probe for QM1571 or Q1190$15.00$16.50.
UT60E, Digital Multimeter with Data logging...
............includes all accessories + bonus software!
$90.00$99.00pdf
Q1127, Temperature probe K type for UT60E$15.00$16.50.
D2340, Converts USB to COM, serial or RS-232...
..............ideal for use with UT60E or Q1190
$27.00$29.70.
Q1190, Digital Multimeter with Data logging...
............includes all accessories + bonus items! Was $385
$270.00$297.00.
P-0413, Test leads with probes, croc. clips & bananna plugs!$9.00$9.90.
QP-5414, AC/DC current shunt 1mV = 1A, 100A max.$20.00$22.00.
QP-5416, AC/DC current shunt 1mV = 1A, 200A max.$40.00$44.00.
CA-502, AC/DC current clamp 1mV = 1A, 1000A max.$180.00$198.00a.s.
QM-1565, AC current clamp 1mV/10mV = 1A, 400A max.$30.00$33.00limited
PCS10, Velleman 4 channel voltage USB datalogger...
..............4 x 0-30V inputs, inc. USB cable and software
$180.00$198.00pdf
A-802, Analog Multi-meter with 1.5V and 9V battery test$20.00$22.00.
UT-33C, UNI-T Digital Multimeter with thermocouple...
..................use for temperature calibration of soldering irons
$20.00$22.00pdf

In most applications, we recommend the use of Varta alkaline batteries and the Rezap battery doctor.

Payment and delivery?
Payment may be made by debit or credit card (AMEX, DC, VISA or MASTERCARD) by PHONE, FAX or MAIL (or email at your own risk). AUS$ prices are Australian dollars. Note, these are EXPORT prices. For delivery within Australia please add 10% GST (use +GST column). For current exchange rates click here. For an order form that you can print out and fax or mail to us - click here.

Delivery charge for DMMs within Australia $11. Delivery to all overseas destinations - P.O.A. (ask us). EX-GST or DUTY FREE purchases may only be made when the delivery address is outside of Australia. i.e. for EXPORT orders. Prices subject to change without notice.

Customer comments:'I received the package on October 1st, only 4 days in transit! The meters work great. Thank you very much.' Mack M. USA 'What do they feed those Qantas pilots on? The package arrived Monday! That's as quick as if I ordered something from Maplin - and they're in Essex. Thanks and best regards' Iain Rankin, England.

More information on the QM1571:
Although this datalogging DMM operates wirelessly on the same frequency, multiple units can be used within close proximity to each other. In addition, multiple DMMs can be logged to one computer. Full details are provided in the documentation!

More information on the Q1190:
Display: 4 1/2 digit backlit LCD with max. readout 19999. Measurement rate: 10 per second (memory capture) and 3 per second (LCD display & PC capture). Operating environment: 0 to 40 °C < 70% relative humidity (R.H.). Storage: -20 to 60 °C 0-80% R.H. with battery removed. Safety: EN61010-1 (CAT II 600V). Range: Volts: 200mV, 2V, 20V, 200V, 600V AC/DC, Amps: 200uA, 2mA, 20mA, 200mA, 10A AC/DC (fused 0.5A and 10A), Resistance: 200, 2K, 20K, 200K, 2M, 20M ohm, Continuity: 30 ohm threshold, Diode test: 2000.0mV at 0.4mA, Frequency: 2Hz - 10MHz, Duty Cycle: 10% - 90%(0.5Hz to 1KHz), Pulse Width: 20ms - 2000ms (1Hz to 1KHz), Logic Test: <0.8V low >2.8V high to 20MHz, Capacitance Cx: 2000.0pF - 20.000uF, F: 200.0uF - 15,000uF, Temperature: -50.0 to 1300.0 °C. Accuracy of meter at room temperature: DC voltage 0.05% of reading AC voltage 0.75% DC current 0.5% AC current 0.75% Resistance 0.2% Diode Test 3% Frequency 0.1% Duty Cycle 2% Capacitance 2% < 20uF, 5% > 20uF Temperature 0.1% + 1°C (a calibration feature can reduce this error). Input impedance (Volts all ranges): 10M ohm. Resolution: 10uV, 0.01uA or 10nA, 10m ohm, 0.0001Hz, 0.1°C/°F. Adapter settings are available to measure current (1mV = 1A, 0.1A or 0.01A) using a resistive shunt or using an AC clampmeter such as the QM1565 (300A 600V AC max.) or QM1566 (1000A 1000V AC max.) These record and display in Amps rather than in milliVolts. You can also measure temperature where 1mV = 1°C or 1°F (e.g. standard modules are used for thermocouple to analog conversion e.g. Fluke 80TK and Omega TAC80B) and 4-20mA current loop which is displayed as 0 to 100%. A mini DIN socket provides open collector outputs of alarm high and alarm low. This can be multiplexed with other meters. RS232 output provides optical isolation with 9 pin D type female plug. The Windows software provides the ability to upload saved data from the meter and store it to file in text or Excel format. The software also allows monitoring the currently displayed meter reading in digital, analogue, bar graph and chart formats. The software also allows the ability to take readings from the meter at any time (records the value, meter setting and time). High and low alarm values may also be set on the computer and values read may be sorted or binned in up to 10 different value ranges (bins A,B,C..J). A driver for National Instruments LabView is provided which (I assume) means it can be used with this software. The documentation and software could be improved but the DMM works remarkably well and is easy to use. Other applications for this meter include logging events manually in the factory, home, office, sports field or on the road. e.g. you could use a simple resistance box to select from one of a number of options and then press the 'save' button when that event occurs. The meter will record the resistance (option selected) and the time and date that it occurred. You could use this meter with automatic (or operator controlled) test equipment with the mini DIN outputs providing a PASS or FAIL. Use it to automatically record temperatures or temperature differences (two thermocouples are provided with a T1 minus T2 measurement). One application for the temperature difference is to measure the operation of a car or truck radiator with one probe on the inlet and another on the outlet.

Note, a meter such as the Q1190, without auto-ranging is better for data logging. Errors in accuracy and abnormal (OL = Over Load) or 'ghost' readings can occur on meters with auto-ranging! Also processing the data in Excel or other programs can be more difficult with auto-ranging readings as the 'units' may change!

One customer commented that the Q1190 couldn't record enough data for him to use it over a weekend. I suggested increasing the sample time, but he complained that he could miss the data peak if he did this. I then suggested using the events or alarm monitoring mode where it records the time and date of a high or low alarm condition (and the time and date when it returns to normal). That solved the problem! NOTE, the high and low alarms can simply be used as two thresholds (with the buzzer turned off).

Postscript: The graph below shows how simple it is to plot data obtained by the meters. The temperature probe was plunged into a beaker of ice cold water. The text file, with 100 data samples, was then loaded into an Excel spreadsheet and graphically presented. p.s. the graph below was produced by a 12 year old!

Excel graph of temperature vs time from data obtained by the Q1080 digital multimeter.

NOTE, customers may wonder why the 'Data Logger' software (for the QM1538) temperature reading is different to that on the meter? The software corrects for non-linearity of a K type thermocouple (i.e. the computer provides an more accurate temperature reading). To turn this off, select 'Option' and 'Configure...' and click the 'K Type' option button. This software can also be used with the Uni-Trend UT-60A and UT-60E, the Brymen BM202, Voltcraft VC-820 and VC-840 and other compatible meters. To see an application which logs the voltage and current of a solar cell using the UT60E - click here - by Ozge Topuz of Bilkent University, Turkey. For more accurate temperature readings use the Q1190.