Clamp Meters

Tangamperemeter - Easy and Safe Current Measurement

If you need to do some electrical work, it is important to have your tools in order, so you can be sure to measure the correct values and minimize potential damage.

A regular ammeter measures the amount of current flowing through your power cables, so you can, for example, see where there is a fault in the system.

An ammeter is traditionally inserted as a series in the current connection, which can be very dangerous as you need to interrupt a circuit with current to connect the ammeter between the two wire parts.

This can potentially be dangerous since you are working with open wires that have current running through them, and you must therefore be very careful when working with them.

With a tang ammeter, you get a significant advantage over a regular ammeter, as you do not need to interrupt the ongoing circuit to connect the tang ammeter.

It is therefore much easier and safer to use a tang ammeter, as you just need to place the wire into the clamp, after which the tang ammeter can quickly and easily measure the current flowing through the wires.

So if you want the ability to measure current in a safe and easy way, it might be worth investing in a tang ammeter that can help you.

4 Things You Should Consider When Buying a Tang Amperemeter

When you need to work with electrical systems, it is important to have your tools in order, so you should make some considerations when you need to buy a new tang ammeter.

We therefore give you a couple of examples of considerations you can make so you can be sure to choose the tang ammeter that has the functions you need.

#1 - What Do You Need the Tang Amperemeter For?

There may be several different tasks where you need a tang ammeter to measure the current level in certain wires and devices.

For example, there may have been a short circuit somewhere, and the current is no longer flowing as it should.

Then a tang ammeter can be good for measuring the individual wires to see if current is flowing through, and to find where there is damage that needs to be repaired.

It may also be that you need to work on some electronics and are not entirely sure if there is current flowing through it.

Here, a tang ammeter gives you the opportunity to quickly and easily assess whether there is current connected to the device, so you know if you need to be careful while working or completely turn off the power while working on the device.

Some ammeters also have additional features where you can fit some diodes to check if there is a current connection through specific areas of circuit boards, allowing you to see where there is a loose connection.

This allows you to repair complex electronic devices without needing to take them for repair which may be costly.

#2 - The Type of Tang Amperemeter

Most tang ammeters operate in the same way with only slight variations between them, such as how much measuring capacity they have or auto-off features.

However, you can primarily find two types of devices on the market that can solve the same problem: regular tang ammeters and multimeters.

A regular tang ammeter is primarily designed to measure current strength, temperature, ampere, etc. in wires, which it does well.

With a multimeter, you get a range of extra options for measuring current strength in objects and wires, as it comes with a range of additional tools that can be connected.

Here you can, for example, get extra diodes that you can use on electronic devices or sockets to measure if there is an existing current connection and how powerful it is.

This gives you a bit more flexibility in your task solutions compared to a regular tang ammeter, allowing you to work with both wires and electronic devices.

#3 - Functions of the Tang Amperemeter

It might be important for you to consider which functions your tang ammeter should have, so you can be sure to get the right measurements out of your wires and devices, enabling you to make the right decisions.

For example, there may be tang ammeters that can measure temperature so you can check if your cables and wires are overheating, which could mean they are receiving too much current and are at risk of overheating the wires.

You can also find tang ammeters that can distinguish between direct current and alternating current, so you can be sure to get the correct measurement when switching from device to device.

There is a big difference between whether a circuit uses direct current or alternating current, so having this function in your tang ammeter can help you handle all sorts of measurements in your tasks.

On some models, you also have the option to save measured values, making it easier for you to compare the different measurements you make throughout the day.

This can help you find faults in the circuit more easily, without needing to spend extra time constantly writing down all the values to have something to compare with.

If you regularly use the tang ammeter, it may also be a good idea to have an auto-off function on the tang ammeter, so it automatically turns itself off to save power.

If you leave the tang ammeter after use and get busy with work, the ammeter may quickly use a lot of battery without you benefiting from it.

With an auto-off function, you do not need to change batteries as often, and the batteries that are in it may potentially last much longer than they otherwise would.

Therefore, it might be a good idea to consider which functions your tang ammeter should have, so you can be sure to get as much out of your measurements as possible.

#4 - Measuring Capacity of the Tang Amperemeter

You should also consider how high a measuring capacity your tang ammeter should have, as not all tang ammeters can measure very high voltages in wires and cables.

Most tang ammeters have a limitation on how many amperes they can measure, as higher voltages and amperes require a more powerful ammeter to measure.

Measuring capacities on tang ammeters are typically around:

• 200 A
• 400 A
• 600 A
• 1000 A

For example, a tang ammeter with a limitation to 400 A is primarily useful for taking measurements within standard industry and households where the current's voltage is relatively low.

However, if you need to perform electrical work on wires that carry the power supply between households, where there can be very high voltage, you may need a tang ammeter that can measure up to 1000 A or more.

Therefore, it is important to consider what type of work you need to do, so you can choose the right tang ammeter for the task.