DVA adapter for multimeter

[chum1]

finally got the little wizbangs and created a dva adapter for around $16.00 in multiple parts, I have yet to test it until i get my "HOOKED ARM" trigger, just want to verify its soldered up right. Is this correct?

I couldnt find the exact resistor so used a 1/2w 4.7 mohm one instead, hopefully it doesnt bleed down to fast.

Here is were i got the data: http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?t=374544

Thanks Chris!!

 

[achris]

Re: DVA adapter for multimeter

That looks great.... Nice work on the solder joints too.... Had to have a laugh about the labelling.

Chris......

 

[chum1]

Re: DVA adapter for multimeter

glad ya liked it

 

[zorak]

Re: DVA adapter for multimeter

Looks nice.sorta like a duct tape tarantula.Seriously though,i would be afraid i would get nailed by that thing.

 

[chum1]

Re: DVA adapter for multimeter

Its untested at this point, might have to wear rubber gloves the first time, i think it will be fine though

 

[achris]

Re: DVA adapter for multimeter

It's only 400 volts at a very low duty cycle. Even if you get bitten it's just a tickle....

 

[zorak]

Re: DVA adapter for multimeter

I don't know what value capacitor i used,except it came from an old flash unit.It can throw a decent spark.I have built a lot of night vision gear which uses anywhere from 12000 to 24000 volts at a low amperage and gotten zapped several times but the dva spark looked stout enough i didn't want any part of it.I put my dva meter into a plastic .22 ammo box.It has a sliding lid for access to the parts inside.