Waterloo, Ontario, based Siborg Systems Inc. has released the newest model in the Smart Tweezers LCR-meter family, the LCR-Reader. The new model is half the weight of previous Smart Tweezers models at only 1 oz., and is offered at a significantly reduced price.
Smart Tweezers have been renowned the world over for being a handheld LCR-meter that requires little to no setup. The device combines a pair of tweezers combined with a powerful LCR-meter into a pocket-sized unit while still offering the same accuracy found in traditional multimeters. With just a touch of the tweezers to a small Surface Mount Device, LCR-Reader will automatically determine the type of component and measure for Inductance, Resistance or Capacitance accordingly, while measuring for secondary values such as the ESR.
The main differences between the new LCR-reader and previous models are the size, at only 1 oz., LCR-Reader is only half the weight of previous models, a new high-contrast LCD screen, and a lower cost due to new technology that has become available.
When first tested, many of the new units were showing slight variations of the 1% basic accuracy that was the main target. This issue was resolved by calibrating each device using the Calibration Fixture.
The Director of Research and Development at Siborg, Michael Obrecht, says “We are very happy with the new device. Customer satisfaction is our main priority. Therefore we took additional measures to ensure high measurement accuracy of the LCR-Reader before we start mass production of this model. Basic accuracy of 1% was our target and we eventually have been able to achieve it.”
LCR-Reader’s display, while testing, shows nearly instantaneous measurement results of the main impedance value, but also displays all needed info. The mode, component type, main impedance value, parasitic series resistance value, test frequency, and a small battery icon shows the remaining power.
Other features on LCR-Reader include;
-Automatic L,C,R and ESR measurements
-Basic accuracy of 1%
-Automatic best test range selection
-Li-Ion battery and micro-USB connection
-Ergonomic, 1 oz. weight and one-handed-use design
-Bright LCD display
Unfortunately, some features found on Smart Tweezers LCR-Meter could not be carried onto the LCR-Reader, including; component sorting, semi-automatic offset adjustment, open circuit detection, or continuity and diode testing.
Pre-order the new LCR-Reader for a 20% discount. Visit the Smart Tweezers’ Blog for all the latest news about LCR-Reader and previous Smart Tweezers models. View the Smart Tweezers Comparison Chart, which has been updated to include LCR-Reader.
About Siborg Systems Inc.
Established in 1994, Siborg Systems Inc. is a source of engineering software and hardware for semiconductor and electronics industry. Located in the city of Waterloo, Ontario, Canada, it enjoys being apart of the local world-renowned high-tech community.
For more information:
Siborg Systems Inc.
24 Combermere Cres.
Waterloo, Ontario
Canada
N2L 5B1
Tel: 519-888-9906
Toll Free: 877-823-7576
Fax: 519-725-9522
Web: http://www.lcr-reader.com
