I bought a new Blue ESR meter kit from Anatek recently. The kit was received
very quickly, and assembly was easy. The kit is neatly packed, the circuit
board is high quality and clearly marked for correct component placement.

Anatek created an online forum for discussion of their products, so, if
someone encounters problems after assembly of the kit, they can find several
solutions and/or get quick help
http://www.anatekcorp.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=3

Aside from proper component placement, improper soldering technique would
probably be the only issue that an inexperienced kit builder or DIY-type
would experience.
If one is not trying to rush thru the assembly, there aren't likely be any
problems at completion.

I've intended to get one of the Bob Parker ESR models for many years, but I
procrastinate. I heard of the Procrastinators of America about 40 years ago
but never got around to joining.

I had read possibly hundreds of positive comments about Bob's ESR meters
over the years, and new users continue to praise them.

I've used Sencore Z-Meters for lots of years, and the Sencore models are
reliable, and also offer many capacitor and inductor test-analyze
features/functions beyond ESR testing, but the Bob Parker ESR meter is much
more convenient to use for quickly checking caps on a board.
Before the Sencore units, I relied on a digital capacitance meter and a
leakage tester built from a magazine article in the 80s, scope and DMM.

The Sencore units are very sensitive to any resistance of the connections
for the test cable.. oxidation at the front panel BNC connector can prevent
the circuits from zeroing properly (fault condition).
The Sencore test cable is about a 3' length of RG-62 B/U which isn't as
easily handled as the simple test leads of the Blue ESR meter.
The Blue ESR Meter is agreeable to to simple test leads and different
attachments such as alligator clips or test probes.

Like many others who like to or need to investigate circuit faults, I'm also
delighted with the Blue ESR Meter.

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Cheers,
WB
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