High Speed, High Precision LCR Meter in Tweezers

Wide measurement range from 1pF, 1μH and 0.05Ohm

 

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LCR Meter - Smart Tweezers, RCL Meter, Multimeter, SMD Component Identifier
  •  Built-in high-precision LCR probe

  •  Ideal for Surface Mount Devices

  •  Great for testing non-SMD devices

  •  Convenient one-hand operation

  •  Automatic component recognition

  •  Automatic test range selection

  •  Precise tips for small-size devices

  •  Manual and voltage test modes

  •  Diode Polarity/Short Testing

  •  Portable and ergonomic design

  •  Long battery life

Smart Tweezers™ is a handheld electronic tool of a new concept.

Its unique design combines a pair of gold-plated SMD tweezers with ergonomic shielded handles and a precise full featured LCR impedance meter in a compact, lightweight instrument.

Smart Tweezers™ measures electronic component's capacitance, resistance and inductance with high speed and precision by evaluating circuit impedance. Additionally it tests diodes and measures voltage 

Smart Tweezers™ provides a perfect solution for testing and identification of Surface Mount Devices (SMD) as well as for troubleshooting of complex electronic systems.

Handy Tool for Tiny SMD Components


Surface mount devices are usually tiny and without wire leads, making it more difficult to test and identify SMD than conventional components.

Smart Tweezers™ gives users an easy way to sort and evaluate loose components and to perform on-board measurements and debugging.

Precise gold-plated tips made of non-magnetic steel are able to pick and reliably contact even smallest SMD components (as small as 0201 format) or take measurements from the devices already mounted on a board. The probe can also be used to test conventional components with wire leads too short to insert into the test terminals.

Using LCR Meter Smart Tweezers

Smart Tweezers™  greatly simplifies
testing and troubleshooting process

Perfect for Conventional Components


Smart Tweezers™ works fine with conventional though-hole electronic components. The unit helps to verify values with high speed and precision. Unmarked components  would be easily identified, paired and sorted.

Smart Tweezers™  measures both SMD and conventional through-hole devices.

Automatic Component Recognition


Smart Tweezers™ automatically determines type of the component (resistance, capacitance or inductance), selects proper range and signal frequency for highest accuracy measurements. Manual  overrides are available as well.

Unit’s display clearly indicates the type of the component, measurement result and test conditions. The primary display shows the present reading. The secondary display (on top) shows the present reading of additional parameters or measurement conditions when the primary display shows some other feature (L, C).

When multiple features present, the secondary display shows one of the values. The Bar Graph provides an analog indication of the measured input.


Resistance, capacitance and inductance can be measured with automatic selection of the test parameters and test range.

Default settings can be modified by navigating a set of menus with the Jog Dial button. 

Meter's display can be easily flipped from the menu for left-handed use.

Ergonomic Design and Convenient Controls 


 

LCR Meter - Smart Tweezers, Controls and Display

 

Voltage Measurement, Continuity/Open Test
Diode Polarity Testing


Smart Tweezers™  features dual mode voltmeter function. In the AUTO mode, the DC voltage is measured. In the TRACE mode waveform of the AC signal is shown. 

The unit has a continuity detector with the beeper sound for resistance reading below threshold.

Smart Tweezers™ can test diode polarity and indicate if the diode is short.

 

The unit can be used as a voltmeter measuring DC  voltage and tracing AC signal.


Polarity and integrity of a diode can be verified by Smart Tweezers

 Rechargeable Smart Tweezers™ and
cradle charger with contactless PowerLink
feature is ideal for intense everyday use. 

Rechargeable Smart Tweezers™ with NiMH Battery
and Cradle Charger with Power
Link


Rechargeable edition of Smart Tweezers™  with NiMH battery is now available.

The option is ideal for intense users of the device. Perfect for production lines and bulk component sorting cases. 

Our cradle charger features a unique PowerLink technology allowing contactless charging of the unit and easy retrofitting of the existing non-rechargeable units.

Universal 110-220Volt power adapter is included.  Additionally the unit can be charged from any powered USB port.

Specifications


Physical Specifications

 

Operating Temperature:

0 °C to +55 °C

Storage Temperature:

-40 °C to +60 °C

Relative Humidity:

0 %-90 % (0 °C to 35 °C) 0 %-70 % (35 °C to 55 °C)

Altitude Operating:

0-2000 meters

Storage:

0-10000 meters

Battery Type:

3 x 1.5V LR44 Alkaline or Air Zinc

Battery Life (continuous ):

80 Hours typical with alkaline,
240 hours with air zinc battery

Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC):

FCC 15 part B, SE

Size:

14.0 x 2.5 x 3.0 cm (3.94 x 0.9 x 1.5 in)

Weight:

53 grams (0.11lb)

Warranty:

1 year

Basic Specifications

 

Measured Parameters:

C+R (ESR), L+R, R

Measuring Frequencies:

100Hz, 1 kHz, 10kHz

Measurement rate:

4, 2, 1, 0.5 times per second (default 1)

DC Voltage:

0 to 800 mV (up to 8V with manual setting)

Resistance:

0.04Ohm to 5MOhm

Capacitance:

1 pF to 4999 μF (1pF - 5pF in manual mode)

Inductance:

1μH to 999mH (1μH -4μH in manual mode)

Accuracy Specifications

specified at 18°C-28°C (64°F-82°F), relative humidity to 90%.

 

 

Resistance

 

Range:

0.04 Ohm - 5 MOhm

Accuracy:

1% + 0.02 in the range 10 Ohm - 5 MOhm

Test Frequency:

1kHz

 

 

Capacitance:

 

Range:

1pF - 4999μF

Accuracy:

3% + 1.7pF in the range 10 pF - 4999 μF

Resolution:

0.1pF in the range 1pF- 100pF

Test Frequency:

1kHz C > 1000pF
10kHz C < 1000pF
100Hz C > 1μF

 

*Typical offset 1.6pF for 0402 size component 

Inductance:

 

Range:

1μH - 999mH

Accuracy:

3% + 0.4μH** in the range 10μH - 999mH

Resolution:

0.1μH in the range 1μH - 100μH

Test Frequency:

10kHz L < 1mH
1kHz L > 1mH
100Hz L > 10mH

 

**Typical offset 1.4μH for 0402 size component 

Warranty


1 year from the purchase date. Advance replacement option is available.

Satisfaction Guarantee


If you are not satisfied with your purchase you may return the device for refund within 30 days from the purchase date.  The item must be in its original shape in the original box with manuals. Shipment charges are not refundable.

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