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# Auto Ranging True RMS Benchtop Digital Multimeter

**Type:** Product page · **SKU:** AQ1520
**Page:** https://core-electronics.com.au/auto-ranging-true-rms-benchtop-digital-multimeter.html ([markdown](https://core-electronics.com.au/auto-ranging-true-rms-benchtop-digital-multimeter.html.md))

## Retired product

This product is retired and no longer available for purchase. Replaced by: DM3058E.

**Replacement:** https://core-electronics.com.au/catalog/product/view/sku/DM3058E

## How to buy

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- **Payment methods, purchase orders, policies and contact details:** https://core-electronics.com.au/llms.txt
## Description

For serious service departments and circuit development a dedicated benchtop precision digital multimeter is invaluable. The Q 1520 is a professional instrument with a large, easy to read 5999 count backlit LCD display. Includes USB & RS- 232 interfaces and software for interface to a PC. Has a host of features including frequency counter, data hold, min/max display and capacitance 
measurement. Operates from 240V mains power or internal batteries (not included). Supplied with test leads, temperature probe adaptor, USB and RS-232 leads, which all store neatly in the top of the unit. The case features a built-in stand/handle for ease of transport when you need to go mobile. 
(Note: Not compatible with Windows 7® or MacOs)

#### Features

- True RMS mode
- 5999 count LCD
- RS-232 and USB interface to PC
- Windows software supplied
- Large back lit display
- Battery or mains power
- MAX/MIN display modes
- Transistor tester
- Frequency counter to 50MHz
- Capacitance measurement
- Temperature mode (°C/°F)
- Continuity and diode test
- Sleep mode
- Fused 10A input
- Data hold and run mode
- Low battery indicator
- Overload protection
- USB & RS-232 cables included

**Specifications**

- DC voltage: 600mV, 6V, 60V, 600V, 1000V
- AC voltage: 600mV, 6V, 60V, 600V, 1000V
- DC current: 600µA, 6mA, 60mA, 600mA, 10A
- AC current: 600µA, 6mA, 60mA, 600mA, 10A
- Resistance: 600Ω, 6kΩ, 60kΩ, 600kΩ, 6MΩ, 60MΩ
- Frequency: 10Hz to 50MHz
- Capacitance: 6nF, 60nF, 600nF, 6µF, 60µF, 600µF, 6mF
- Continuity: Audible tester
- Diode test: Included
- Temperature: -40°C - ˜1000°C (-40°F - ˜1832°F)
- Protection: 500mA fuse on mA, 10A fuse on 10A
- Dimensions: ≈ 240W x 310D x 105H

**Downloads**

- Instructions
- Software

## Images

- [Product image 1](https://core-electronics.com.au/media/catalog/product/a/u/auto_ranging_true_rms_benchtop_digital_multimeter__q1520__00.jpg)