When a Digital multimeter won't do. Professionals have long recognized that a Simpson 260 analog meter does many things that even the best DMM cannot do...or cannot do as well, such as monitoring fluctuating trends and rates. The 260 8 has even more features than you've come to expect from its predecessors. Standard and high energy fusing in conjunction with diode network meter movement protection makes the 260 8 the best combination of quality and affordability. The 260 8P has an additional relay overload protection circuit that is resettable and also provides audible continuity checking. ♦ 36 Measurement Ranges- Covering both AC and DC Voltage and Current measurements, as well as Resistance testing Φ Connections Safeguarded- Standard size reverse/recessed safety jacks prevent operator and/or tool contact with electrical connections of the instrument ♦ Overload Protection- Diode network protects instrument from overload damage during use 260-8P only) Φ Rugged Construction- The Phenolic case is designed with heavy reinforced walls for maximum durability; self-shielding taut-band provides added shock resistance for the meter movement