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What is amp meter?

An ammeter (or amp meter) is an instrument used to measure the current in a circuit. Electric currents are measured in amperes (A), hence the name. Ammeters are connected in series with the circuit being measured, so all the current being measured passes through the ammeter. They are commonly used in electronics testing, electrical troubleshooting, and power supply monitoring to determine the amount of current flowing in a circuit.

What other technologies are related to amp meter?

amp meter Competitor Technologies

Similar functionality for insulation testing, though typically more specialized.
mentioned alongside amp meter in 100% (272) of relevant job posts
A Volt-Ohm Meter (VOM) is a general-purpose tool, but can measure voltage, resistance, and current like an amp meter.
mentioned alongside amp meter in 93% (274) of relevant job posts
A Volt-Ohm Meter (VOM) can measure voltage, resistance, and current, similar to an amp meter.
mentioned alongside amp meter in 32% (370) of relevant job posts
A megohmmeter is used to measure high resistance values, often for insulation testing, a similar diagnostic purpose to an amp meter in some contexts.
mentioned alongside amp meter in 17% (70) of relevant job posts
An ohm meter measures resistance. While an amp meter measures current, resistance and current are related through Ohm's law.
mentioned alongside amp meter in 11% (95) of relevant job posts
Megger is a brand of insulation testers that measure high resistance values, similar to a megohmmeter. They are used for insulation testing.
mentioned alongside amp meter in 5% (182) of relevant job posts
A multimeter combines the functionality of a voltmeter, ammeter, and ohmmeter into one device.
mentioned alongside amp meter in 3% (114) of relevant job posts
A multimeter combines the functionality of a voltmeter, ammeter, and ohmmeter into one device.
mentioned alongside amp meter in 2% (134) of relevant job posts

amp meter Complementary Technologies

Amp meters are used to measure current in AC/DC electrical systems.
mentioned alongside amp meter in 43% (273) of relevant job posts
Amp meters can be used to monitor the current draw in E-Stop circuits.
mentioned alongside amp meter in 67% (62) of relevant job posts
PLCs often monitor current using external sensors, and an amp meter can be used for testing and troubleshooting PLC systems.
mentioned alongside amp meter in 11% (305) of relevant job posts

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