You can use a multimeter with capacitance-measurement capability to measure the length of wire or cable to an open circuit. The capacitance of a pair of wires (or a wire to a shield) is directly ...

For all of you who have a multimeter thrown in a drawer or toolbox but don’t know how to use it, these instructions will help in your search for missing voltage.

Multimeters can be a useful tool for both novices and professionals to limit their mistakes in automotive repair. Here's how to properly use one.

The multimeter makes a sound if there is continuity along a wire. Remove the cord connected to the power supply on the back of the computer. Touch one of the plug terminals with one of the DMM probes.

Battery and charging system testing is another popular use for the multimeter. Batteries should measure 12.6 volts when at rest if fully charged.

If you have a box of old bulbs in unknown conditions, use your multimeter to test which ones are good and which ones are blown. Confirm your meter is set in continuity test mode (see step 2) and ...

My stepfather wired my basement and I'm installing the outlets (eg. placing the wire on the outlet itself), but I'm not sure which circuit breakers to turn off.How can I tell if a power line is ...

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