In search of a good multimeter, suggestions (1 Viewer)

[ShaneH]

Looking for a reliable DMM ( $100-$150 Canadian), that has capacitance (a bonus), diode test, 10 amp min, and frequency test would be nice too. I like the Fluke DMM'S but they are big bucks. Fluke also makes meters under the name Wavetek which are cheaper and look to be good quality.
http://www.metermantesttools.com/products/xl.asp
I was thinkin the 15XL (no capacitance) or 16XL would be a good choice. The 15XL is $105, but I don't have a price on the 16XL yet. Anyone used these meters? I'm assuming they would be a better purchase than a $50 Canadian tire meter. Any other brands to check out? Thx
Also can anyone explain what continuity is and how it works.

 

[Mark Romero]

Continuity, to me, means just that. With a multimeter, a piece of wire will register 0 ohms. Continuity on my Fluke just beeps to tell me there is no break in the wire and is in fact zero ohms.