[sdiy] Cool Gadget Bargains

[S Ridley]

There's an interesting 8-function electronic multi-tool here:

https://cdn.ebaumsworld.com/mediaFiles/picture/566750/85806868.jpg

Steve




On Wed, 4 Jun 2025 at 10:31, Adam (synthDIY) <synthdiy at adambaby.com> wrote:

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> synth-diy at synth-diy.org> wrote:
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> I like how the BSIDE device is listed as a "Potable Automotive
> Oscilloscope." I guess that means if you're doing DIY out in the desert,
> you can drink the scope if you run out of water. ;)
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> On Tue, Jun 3, 2025 at 5:04 PM Terry Bowman via Synth-diy <
> synth-diy at synth-diy.org> wrote:
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>> In the process of chasing down the logic analyzer I ran across some
>> bargains that may be of interest, especially to those in the US.
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>> First, this SONAR device could probably be used as some sort of
>> music/chaos controller:
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>> https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CJJHX7KD
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>> Back to the test equipment...
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>> I was searching for a pocket scope with a screen larger than the usual
>> 2.4", somewhat higher practical bandwidth than the 200kHz toys that I have
>> already have and any additional bells and whistles I might have a use for.
>> Both of these have 3.2" screens and what appears to a remotely workable UI.
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>> "Portable 2CH Handheld Oscilloscope, 120MHz Digital Oscilloscopes with
>> Bandwidth 500MSa/s":
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>> https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CC1D9PYC
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>> At this moment the price is $79.99, the lowest it's ever been and
>> insanely cheap. They're $120+ on AX.
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>> "BSIDE Handheld Digital Oscilloscope 3.2” TFT LCD Scope Tester, 10MHz
>> Bandwidth":
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>> https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DQKZ8BLF?th=1
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>> $35, ships from the US. You might find one on AX for that.
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>> I assume that the practical bandwidth of the scopes is half whatever the
>> spec is. We'll see. I can always send them back if they're too much trouble
>> to use. 8D
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>> Finally, I got one of these cool DMMs before the price increase:
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>> "It looks strange, this desktop multimeter with 19999 counts and with a
>> Bluetooth MP3 player, thermometer and clock as extras. Strange combination,
>> but its specifications are excellent and that for a nice price. So this
>> unique device is worth an extensive test."
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>> https://chinese-electronics-products-tested.blogspot.com/p/aneng-an888s-desktop-multimeter-tested.html
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>> https://www.amazon.com/ZOTEK-Multifunctional-Multimeter-multimeter-integrates/dp/B0B2181BTQ/
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>> The speakers sound much better than the ones in my laptop. The latest
>> model, 5566SE, adds the ability to speak what's on the display when you
>> push a button on the negative probe. Unfortunately, they changed the color
>> of the bezel to black. I really liked the Ferrari colors.
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>> That Chinese products site has reviews of a lot of this inexpensive stuff.
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>> Terry Bowman, KA4HJH
>> "The Mac Doctor"
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>> https://www.astarcloseup.com
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>> #1: There is no substitute for good tools;
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>> #2: Always use the right tool for the job.
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>> Linn Westcott, editor emeritus, *Model Railroader* magazine
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