Rugged HVAC True RMS Amp Clamp Meter - General Tools & Instruments

The General Tools & Instruments DAMP68 Rugged HVAC True RMS Amp Clamp Meter is an indispensable diagnostic tool for professional technicians and mechanics. Engineered for accuracy in demanding field conditions, it provides reliable True RMS measurements critical for modern HVAC systems, industrial machinery, and automotive electrical diagnostics, ensuring consistent performance across diverse service environments.

Key Features

• True RMS Accuracy: Delivers dependable voltage and current readings for both clean sinusoidal and distorted waveforms, enabling precise diagnostics on systems with variable frequency drives (VFDs), electronic controls, and non-linear loads in commercial, industrial, and automotive applications. The DAMP68 computes and displays True RMS values.
• Non-Contact AC Current Measurement: The integrated amp clamp design allows for safe, non-invasive current measurement, minimizing circuit disruption and enhancing safety when working with live conductors in both stationary equipment and vehicle electrical systems.
• Rugged, Professional-Grade Construction: Built to withstand jobsite impacts, dirt, and the rigors of daily transport, this tool features an ergonomic design with rugged rubber housing, ensuring long-term reliability whether carried in a service vehicle or a tool bag, and maintaining performance in harsh environments.
• HVAC and Automotive Versatility: Specifically designed for testing compressors, blower motors, condenser fans, and heat pumps in HVAC, its functionality extends to diagnosing current draws in vehicle HVAC systems, electric motors, and general electrical circuits, making it invaluable for both stationary equipment and automotive repair. This meter also offers 11 functions over 34 ranges.
• Expanded Measurement Capabilities: Beyond amperage, the DAMP68 measures AC/DC voltage, resistance, capacitance, and frequency, and can measure temperature from -40° to 752°F with the included “K” type thermocouple.

Applications

The DAMP68 is a versatile tool for professional automotive and industrial technicians. It excels at verifying motor and compressor current draw, checking fan loads, and confirming proper operation of furnace and air handler circuits. It is ideal for diagnosing electrical faults, confirming line and control voltages, and supporting preventative maintenance on rooftop units, split systems, heat pumps, and various refrigeration equipment. For automotive technicians, it provides crucial data for troubleshooting current draws in vehicle HVAC systems, electric motors, and general electrical circuits, aiding in complex electrical diagnostics.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: General Tools & Instruments
• Model Number: DAMP68
• Weight: 0.5 lb