Amprobe PM53A Pocket Digital Multimeter with VolTect™ Non-Contact Voltage Detection

  • AutoTect™ knows if it is measuring AC volts, DC volts or resistance
  • The AutoTect™ feature has lower input impedance which zeros out ghost voltages
  • Measures capacitance, frequency, continuity with beeper
  • VolTect,™ a built-in, noncontact voltage detector
  • Large oversize digital display
  • Protective silicon holster included, attached test leads, battery and manual
  • Overload protection 450 V DC and V AC RMS
  • Sensing average sensing
  • Display and update rate 3-5/6 digits 6000 counts; updates 5 per second nomnal
  • Automatic power off (APO) timing (Idle for 3 minutes)
  • Low battery below approx. 2.4 V
  • Power supply 3 V standard button battery x 1
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Description

The Amprobe PM53A is an essential shirt pocket-sized meter that is only 3/8″ thick and less than 3 oz in weight. This meter offers full functionality with AC and DC voltage to 450 V, resistance to 6 Megohm, capacitance to 100 μF, frequency to 30 kHz and continuity with a beeper. It also offers VolTect™, a built-in, non-contact voltage detection feature for AC voltages.

Another key feature is AutoTect which automatically selects AC and DC voltage, or resistance measurement based on the test point to which the leads are connected. Fully auto-ranging, this meter offers seven different measurement functions plus features that are usually found in much more expensive and larger meters. The digital display is oversized with large digits and unit icons in the display. In spite of its size, this meter is fully safety rated to CAT III 300 V, CAT II 450 V and is UL listed. Includes a silicone protective holster, attached test leads, battery and manual.

Specifications

DC Voltage range: 6.000 V, accuracy: ± (0.5 %+3 dgt)
DC Voltage range: 60.00 V, accuracy: ± (1.0 %+5 dgt)
DC Voltage range: 450.0 V, accuracy: ± (1.2 %+5 dgt)
DC Voltage NMRR: > 30 dB @ 50 Hz/60 Hz
DC Voltage CMRR: > 100 dB @ DC, 50 Hz/60 Hz; Rs=1 kΩ
Input impedance: AutoTect™ Lo-Z V dc: 160 kΩ, 160 pF nominal
V DC AutoTect™ threshold: > +1.2 V dc or < -0.6 V dc nominal
AC Voltage range 50 Hz – 60 Hz: 6.000 V, 60.00 V, 450.0 V, Accuracy: ± (1.5 %+5 dgt)
AC Voltage CMRR: > 60 dB @ dc to 60 Hz, Rs=1 kΩ
Input impedance: AutoTect™ Lo-Z V ac: 160 kΩ, 160 pF nominal
ACV AutoTect™ threshold: > 1.5 V ac (50 Hz/60 Hz) nominal
Capacitance range*: 100.0 nF, 1000 nF, 10.0 μF, 100.0 μF, accuracy: ± (3.5 %+6 dgt)**
Resistance range*: 6.000 kΩ, accuracy: ± (1.2%+6 dgt)2
Resistance range*: 60.00 kΩ, accuracy: 600.0 kΩ ± (1.0%+4 dgt)
Resistance Range*: 6.000 MΩ, accuracy: ± (2.0%+4 dgt)
Frequency range: 100 Hz, 1 kHz, 10 kHz, accuracy: ± (0.5 %+4 dgt) Specified at < 20 V Sine-rms
VolTect™ typical voltage: 15 V to 55 V, bar graph indication: –
VolTect™ typical voltage: 30 V to 85 V, bar graph indication: – –
VolTect™ typical voltage: 55 V to 1450 V, bar graph indication: – – –
VolTect™ typical voltage: 85 V to 190 V, bar graph indication: – – – –
VolTect™ typical voltage: above 120 V, bar graph indication: – – – – –
Detection frequency: 50/60 Hz
Audible continuity tester: Open circuit voltage 0.4 V DC typical
Audible threshold: 175 Ω ±125 Ω

 

What’s Included

  • PM53A
  • H-PMA silicone holster
  • Battery (installed)

Resources

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9 reviews for Amprobe PM53A Pocket Digital Multimeter with VolTect™ Non-Contact Voltage Detection

  1. Jackie27

    Your product does have great features

    Your product does have great features. I’m by far not an electrition. & I find this product easy to use. & yes I would recamend it to anyone. You have to try it , you’ll love it.

    ✔ Yes, I recommend this product.

  2. sea2fish

    Great Multimeter to have around the house

    Having a great multimeter at home made working electrical projects very easy. I enjoy quality equipment.

    ✔ Yes, I recommend this product.

  3. richp

    lot in small unit

    this is by far the best pocket sized meter i have used and that includes a lot of them over the years.(more than i would like to count) this is a well made unit.

    ✔ Yes, I recommend this product.

  4. Don1234

    This Multimeter works great

    I have used the PM53A to check the voltages in the shop I built. I do trust the product.

    ✔ Yes, I recommend this product.

  5. Jarman

    It is so easy to use!

    I have worked in home remodeling for over 35 years, and in that time I am constsntly having to add new wiring to existing circut breaker boxes. Too many times i have found wires connected to the wrong breakers, on the wrong amperage types, etc. I could not do half my work without this meter. Digital readout is easy to see in any light, or dark, conditions. Compact design is perfect for work bags. I recomend this to any remodeler or electrician.

    ✔ Yes, I recommend this product.

  6. cactusjohn

    excellent product

    for years i have used amprobe meters for all of my electrical needs. i have found them to be accurate and easy to use.

    ✔ Yes, I recommend this product.

  7. Kozz

    Easy to use and handy to have around the garage.

    The readout was easy to read and was very accurate for what I needed. I just installed some accesories in the my van and needed to find certain wires.

    ✔ Yes, I recommend this product.

  8. Sugsug1995

    Great product

    I have used several amp meters through out the years and none have reached the expectations of the Amprobe.

    ✔ Yes, I recommend this product.

  9. Nosajj

    Great compact meter

    Love the size and features of this meter . Fits perfectly in my tool box. Very accurate readings .

    ✔ Yes, I recommend this product.

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