260-8 & 260-8P Analog VOM
When a Digital Multimeter won’t do the Job
Professionals have long recognized that a Simpson 260 analog meter is superior to
the best DMM when monitoring fluctuating trends and rates.
The 260-8 features more attributes than its predecessors. Standard and high-
energy fusing in conjunction with diode network meter movement protection makes
the 260-8 the best combination of quality and affordability.
The 260-8P has an additional relay overload protection circuit that is resettable and
also provides audible continuity checking.
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36 Measurement Ranges
- Covers both AC and DC Voltage and Current
measurements, as well as resistance testing
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Connections Safeguarded
- Standard size reverse/recessed safety jacks
prevent operator and/or tool contact with electrical connections of the
instrument
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Overload Protection
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Diode network protects instrument from overload
damage during use (260-8P and 260-8PRT only)
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Rugged Construction
- The Phenolic case is designed with heavy reinforced
walls for maximum durability; self-shielding taut-band provides added shock
resistance for the meter movement
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Portable, for the Workshop, Lab, or in the Field
- Portable enough to
carry, with benchtop accuracy
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Versatile-
Full-size test leads with threaded probe tips for screw-on alligator
clips. Eliminates the need to change test leads while working
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Simple Operation-
Two knobs control the selection of ranges and functions
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Specifications (Continued)
AC CURRENT
Ranges: Up to 250 amperes with AC Amp-Clamp Adapter Accessory #00545
DECIBEL
5 Ranges: -20 to +50dB
Reference: 0dB= 1mW into 600
DC CURRENT
Ranges
50 A, 1mA, 10mA, 100mA,
500mA, 10A
Accuracy
1.5% full scale 50 A
2.0% of full scale, all others
Voltage Drop: (Nominal)
250mV on 50 A/1mA;
255mV on 10mA/10A;
300mV on 100mA;
500mV on 500mA
Specifications
DC VOLTAGE
Ranges
250mV, 1V, 2.5V, 10V, 25V, 50V,
250V, 500V, 1000V
Accuracy
2% of full scale
Sensitivity
20K
per volt
RESISTANCE
Ranges
Rx 1
Rx 100
Rx 10K
Accuracy
2.5° of arc Rx 1
2.0° of arc on all others
Max. Indication
0-2K
0-200K
0-20M
AC VOLTAGE
Ranges
2.5V, 10V, 25V, 50V, 250V,
500V, 1000V
Accuracy
3% of full scale
Sensitivity
5K
per volt
Ordering Information
ANALOG MULTIMETERS
260-8, General Purpose
260-8P, Relay Protected
260-8RT, Roll Top Case
260-8PRT, Protected, Roll Top Case
Catalog No.
12388
12391
12389
12392
RATED CIRCUIT-TO-GROUND VOLTAGE:
1000V (AC or DC) max.
FUSE:
F1 1A, 250V, type 3AG, quick acting Littelfuse
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Type 312001; F2 2A, 600V Littelfuse
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Type BLS or 2A 600V, Bussman
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Type BBS.
BATTERIES:
1.5V D, 9V (Neda No. 13F, 1604A)
PHYSICAL:
Dimensions 7"(H)x5.5"(W) x 3.1"(D), (18x14x8cm)
Weight 3 lbs. (1.4Kg)
Specifications subject to change without notice.
ACCESSORIES
Model 150-2 Amp-Clamp Adapter
Probe Set, threaded w/clips
Case,Yellow Padded Polyester
Case, Black Padded Polyester
Catalog No.
00545
00043
00832
00834
ACCESSORIES
Roll-Top Case
Case, Hard Leatherette Front Load
Case, Molded Plastic
Catalog No.
00248
00805
45028
Additional accessories on pages 22-24.
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