Sparks Electrical News June 2015

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Don’t be caught in the dark – get a cordless LED flashlight

locations where a power source may not be available,”adds Du Plessis. The DM801 is compatible with the Makita 5.0Ah (45 minutes charge time), 4.0Ah (36 minutes charge time), 3.0Ah (22 minutes charge time), 1.5Ah and 1.3Ah (15 minutes charge time) batteries. The batteries and the charger are sold sepa- rately. The 3.0Ah batteries are interchangeable with other 18V Makita Lithium-Ion cordless tools in the range, while the 4.0Ah and 5.0Ah batteries are compatible with all models that start with a ‘D’in the model name and have a star on the battery terminal. The rechargeable and eco-friendly 18 V 3.0 Ah Li-Ion batteries provide longer run time. The LXT Li-Ion battery generates an impressive 430%more lifetime work with two-and-a-half times more cycles. For further information or your nearest Makita dealer visit www.makita.co.za Enquiries: +27 11 878 2600 Digital multimeter designed for electrical contractors

This flashlight has 12 LEDs that provide a wide and brightly illuminated area as well as the versatility of various positioning options. The light head rotates from left and right providing a variety of lightening directions and has seven different stops from upright through to 180°. “It can also be used as a compact lamp when the light head is swivelled and fully folded. The DML801 has a convenient metal hook (swivels a full 360°) providing the option to hang the flashlight to illuminate dark areas such as under the bonnet of a car. With the use of an automotive battery charger, this flashlight can even be used for extended trips to remote

THE Makita DML801 18V Lithium-Ion LED Flash- light is already proving to be real winner, having entered the South African market when the de- mand for an alternative reliable light source has once again become a sought-after commodity, says Makita’s Jean-Pierre du Plessis. “The first thing that most people want to know is how long the battery will last; in this case the answer is a favourable one. The DM801, when used with a fully charged Makita 18V 3.0Ah rechargeable battery, will provide nine hours on full brightness (all 12 LEDs on) and 22 hours on half brightness (six LEDs on), providing long and continuous illumination,”he explains.

THE Megger AVO410 digital multimeter has been designed for contracting electricians and offers a comprehensive list of features, which make it suitable for use on a wide range of applications. The AVO410 offers ac and dc voltage and current measurements along with frequency, resistance and capacitance ranges. The AVO410 multimeter has the added accuracy of True RMS readings on the ac functions and a CAT IV 600 V safety rating, meaning that it is suit- able for industrial applications. The slim, compact case has a tough rubberised holster that provides an extra degree of protection from the extreme conditions of industrial environments. The Megger AVO 410 is perfect for single-handed use and the simplified functions allow for straightforward and efficient operation. When each function is first selected it is auto- ranging, however the AVO410 multimeter allows multiple, manual range selections to be made on each available function. This digital multimeter has a MIN MAX function that allows users to switch between minimum and maximummeasurements with the added option of a data hold function. True RMS ac and dc voltage measurements up to 750 V and 1 000 V respectively can be made by the AVO 410 multimeter. For current measurements up to 10 A, a separate fused terminal is provided for added safety. The continuity function of this AVO multimeter provides the user with both optical and audible indication of continuity between two points and the same function allows forward and reverse bias testing of diode and semiconductor junctions. Megger is represented locally by Surgetek. All content courtesy of Megger. Enquiries: +27 11 792 1303

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