Multirange Ammeter: General Knowledge
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Multirange Ammeter: General Knowledge

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What is the primary function of a multirange ammeter?

To measure a wide range of currents with a single instrument

What feature allows a multirange ammeter to measure different current ranges?

Multiple scales or ranges on the dial and a selector switch to choose the desired range

What are the advantages of using a multirange ammeter?

Convenience, space-saving, and cost-effective

In which type of applications is a multirange ammeter commonly used?

<p>Electrical testing and measurement, laboratory work, industrial applications, and educational institutions</p> Signup and view all the answers

What additional features may be found in a multirange ammeter?

<p>Overload protection, zero-adjustment, and calibration facilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Multirange Ammeter: General

Definition

A multirange ammeter is a type of ammeter that can measure a wide range of currents with a single instrument.

Key Features

  • Can measure currents in multiple ranges (e.g., 0-10mA, 0-100mA, 0-1A, etc.)
  • Typically has multiple scales or ranges on the dial
  • Often has a selector switch to choose the desired range
  • May have additional features such as overload protection, zero-adjustment, and calibration facilities

Advantages

  • Convenience: measures a wide range of currents with a single instrument
  • Space-saving: eliminates the need for multiple ammeters
  • Cost-effective: reduces the need for multiple ammeters

Applications

  • Electrical testing and measurement
  • Laboratory work
  • Industrial applications
  • Educational institutions

Multirange Ammeter

  • A multirange ammeter is a versatile instrument that measures a wide range of currents.

Definition

  • It's a type of ammeter that can measure multiple current ranges with a single instrument.

Key Features

  • Measures currents in multiple ranges (e.g., 0-10mA, 0-100mA, 0-1A, etc.)
  • Typically features multiple scales or ranges on the dial.
  • Often equipped with a selector switch to choose the desired range.
  • May include additional features such as overload protection, zero-adjustment, and calibration facilities.

Advantages

  • Convenient: measures a wide range of currents with a single instrument.
  • Space-saving: eliminates the need for multiple ammeters.
  • Cost-effective: reduces the need for multiple ammeters.

Applications

  • Used in electrical testing and measurement.
  • Utilized in laboratory work.
  • Implemented in industrial applications.
  • Employed in educational institutions.

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