As part of the new Milwaukee Line of Test & Measurement Tools there are 4 different options for Clamp Meters. The M12 Clamp-Gun meters are two of the new meters that work with the M12 battery system. The gun design makes the display easier to read the display in many situations. The 2238-21 unit is specifically designed for HVAC/R use with the main differences of Amps AC = 600, Microamps DC = 600 & Contact Temperature reading. The 2239-21 unit which is designed for Electricians features Amps AC = 1000, Amps DC = 1000 and Frequency readings. These M12 Clamp-guns come with a charger, battery and case but are also available as tool only options for those that already have existing M12 tools and charger – 2238-20 HVAC & 2239-20 Electrical.
The other 2 Clamp Meters have a more tradition design that work off standard alkaline batteries. The HVAC/R model 2236-20 and the Electrical model 2237-20 are more similar than the M12 Clamp-Guns with the only difference that the HVAC unit has Contact Temperature reading while the Electrical unit features Frequency reading.
All 4 new Milwaukee Clamp Meters feature a LED work light, true RMS, Continuity and Capacitance. The difference between the M12 & Alkaline other than the obvious shape most notably include CAT III 1000V / CAT IV 600V (M12) vs CAT III 600V (Alkaline) and Jaw Size, 1.57” (M12) vs 1.3” (Alkaline).
All the new Milwaukee Test & Measuring tools are expected out sometime in July 2009 after the current M12 Free Tool promotions have ended but it is possible new promotions could be available at that time, although we haven’t heard anything yet. PRE-SALES on the units are available now for Ohio Power Tool. If you have any questions on any of the new units for Milwaukee Test & Measure Tools you can email [email protected] and they will do their best to get an answer for you.
