Simpson Electric 12396 Analog Multimeter 1000V

Product Description

The SIMPSON ELECTRIC 12396 is an analog manual ranging multimeter built for field technicians and trade professionals who need reliable electrical measurements across a broad range of applications. It measures AC and DC voltage up to 1,000 volts, DC current up to 10 amps, and resistance up to 20 megohms. The analog movement provides real-time needle response that experienced technicians often prefer for trending and fluctuating readings. It ships with an AC amp-clamp adapter, alligator clips, batteries, and probe test leads, making it ready to deploy on arrival. Licensed electricians, HVAC technicians, and industrial maintenance personnel are the primary installers and users of this instrument.

The 12396 suits residential, commercial, and light industrial electrical work where manual range selection gives the technician direct control over measurement sensitivity. Its audible continuity check function speeds up wire tracing and circuit verification tasks. The resettable overload circuit protection relay protects the meter movement from accidental overload, reducing downtime in the field. It operates on AA batteries and is packaged as a single unit.

Key Features

• Measures AC and DC voltage up to 1,000 volts
• DC current measurement up to 10 amps
• Resistance range up to 20 megohms max
• Audible continuity check for fast circuit verification
• Resettable overload circuit protection relay protects the meter movement
• Includes AC amp-clamp adapter, alligator clips, batteries, and probe test leads

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose analog multimeter suitable for electrical, HVAC, and industrial maintenance applications where manual ranging and analog readout are required.

Installation Notes

This instrument is intended for use by qualified electricians and trade professionals familiar with electrical safety practices. Always de-energize and verify absence of voltage before connecting or disconnecting test leads in live-circuit diagnostic work where safe to do so, and follow applicable NFPA 70E guidelines for arc flash and shock hazard exposure. Select the appropriate range before applying probes to avoid overload. If an overload does occur, remove the probes and reset the protection relay before resuming measurement.