Description

A Handheld LCR Meter is a portable electronic test instrument designed to measure the inductance (L), capacitance (C), and resistance (R) of electronic components. It is suitable for quickly testing resistors, capacitors, inductors, transformers, coils and other passive components in laboratories, production areas and field-service environments. Depending on the model, the meter may also measure impedance, equivalent series resistance (ESR), dissipation factor, quality factor, phase angle and DC resistance. Many handheld units provide selectable test frequencies, automatic component identification, tolerance comparison and data-logging capabilities. Its compact, battery-powered design makes it ideal for PCB troubleshooting, component inspection, incoming-material testing, electronics repair, maintenance and quality-control applications. The exact measurement ranges, accuracy and available test frequencies depend on the specific manufacturer and model.