Amprobe ACDC-54NAV 1000A AC/DC Navigator™ Clamp Meter with Temperature

Strengths:
• All-in-one Multimeter, Current Clamp, and Thermocouple Temperature Probe.
• Extremely rugged construction that will withstand harsh environments.
• Almost perfect one-handed operation.
• Good set of included accessories.
• Non-Contact Voltage feature actually works.
• Built-In LED Flashlight.
Weaknesses:
• Menu system can be confusing. Reading the manual is REQUIRED.
• Option rotary switch is a bit stiff for one-handed operation.
The ACDC-54NAV is my favorite meter for the job site where AC/DC testing, verification, and troubleshooting are required. This meter is near perfect for the electrician/engineer that regularly works with residential or commercial HVAC, AC Hydraulics, or DC Telco. I regularly fly to job sites across the country and need a meter that's small and tough enough to pack in my checked luggage without worrying about it getting broken. The ACDC-54NAV is perfect for this.
Amprobe claims the ACDC-54NAV will withstand a 4 foot drop. In my opinion that claim is accurate as I have unfortunately dropped mine already from an 8ft step ladder. My meter only has a scuff mark on the yellow clamp housing and still works like new. The exterior is very rigid with a non-slip rubberized wrap-around hand grip that is very comfortable to hold and feels secure. The grip picks up grease and dirt from your hands easily but I was able to clean my meter with a damp towel to remove any grime. The rotary function selector also has a rubberized non-slip coating, which is a benefit because the switch is a bit stiff and requires more thumb force than I prefer. At 13.5 ounces this meter is heavy but very well balanced. Its weight is almost exactly centered over the clamp trigger which for me just where it needs to be for a secure grip. The build quality of the meter is near perfect and inspires a lot of confidence that it's not going to break anytime soon. I love well engineered products and the Amprobe ACDC-54NAV is impressively made.