GVDA GD128 Smart Digital Multimeter Review

[@EEVblog]

Thanks for the shout out!

[@MindFlareRetro]

LOL. Not that you needed it, but you are very welcome. More importantly, thank you for allowing me to use the still image from your informative video.

[@JimLeonard]

This was a very comprehensive and detailed review, thanks! I would not have thought an Ali Express meter wouldn't have been decent, but it appears to be.

[@MindFlareRetro]

Thank you very much. Yes, a decent meter at a decent price for light-duty hobby work.

[@Okurka.]

Dave from EEVblog should be proud that they used his signature blue color.

[@MindFlareRetro]

Haha. Yes, indeed. And for the record, I did get Dave's permission to use that still image from his video. I'd hate to get on his bad side. 😂

[@protox07]

I like your videos

[@MindFlareRetro]

Thank you very much.

[@LeftoverBeefcake]

A new video, hooray! Seems like a decent meter, and it's not a bad price as well. Thank you for the review, MFR!

[@MindFlareRetro]

Thanks LB. Yeah, it's surprising accurate for the price. I definitely wouldn't do any high voltage, high amperage work withbit, but for the hobbyist's bench, it's a winner.

[@stevvieb]

Just as I'm in the market for a new cheapo sacrificial meter, thanks for the review

[@MindFlareRetro]

Thanks for watching. AliExpress has a site-wide popular brands sale starting in the next day or so. Wait for that to save a few bucks if you were going to buy.

[@leesmithsworkshop]

Glad to see you have a new video, do you have any retro/computer projects in the works ?

[@MindFlareRetro]

Thanks, Lee. Yes, up next is Part 2 of the Game Gear refurb, and I hope Part 2 of the CoCo2 repair, but still having issues getting it to work.

[@DaveBall54]

@@MindFlareRetro I was wondering when you would get back to the CoCo2. I'll try and ask you about it if you make it to Kitchener on Sunday.

[@MindFlareRetro]

@@DaveBall54 Hi Dave. I have a ton of video shot for Parts 2 and 3 of the CoCo2 repair. That said, it's still not fixed. I do need some help with this one. Yes, let's chat if I make it to World of Retro Computing in Kitchener this weekend.

[@ScheisskopfHD]

Where did you get the resistor reference tester? super cool

[@MindFlareRetro]

Hi. I picked it up on AliExpress. It cost me about $10 CAD with shipping. I think the cost might have dropped from when I bought mine... s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DFqWgzL

[@tahirhussain1755]

Hi dear. Plz if u can tell ncv accuracy for wires inside wall??

[@MindFlareRetro]

Hello. I no longer have the multimeter to test this. If I remember correctly, the NCV function was rather basic. I would suggest looking at a dedicated NCV pencil tool best accuracy. Here are some examples from Aneng, s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DC3QsxX.

[@ihor6910]

Hello, I would like to ask, I am making a PCBs and I am interested if it is possible to use this multimeter to measure capacitors from 100 pF to micro, resistances from 1K to 1M and if this multimeter will not destroy my board where all the components are very sensitive, for example SHTC sensor max 1.8V. Overall, I'm wondering if it's possible to use this multimeter on smt PCB, it doesn't have to be that accurat. Thank you.

[@MindFlareRetro]

Hi. Well, in my opinion any multimeter, if used properly, should not damage any components, even humidity and temperature sensors. This meter can measure all common components with varying of degrees of accuracy. The full specs are available on the manufacturer's website, www.gvda-instrument.com/electronic-instruments/digital-multimeter/digital-multimeter-9999-counts-for-automotive.html. I hope this helps.

[@danialtun5431]

Hi Mr so many people are screen protector plastic take out trow away why protector is screen protect or damage please answer to me TQ

[@MindFlareRetro]

Hi. Thanks for your question. I believe the protective film that is on the screen when you first open the box is there primarily to protect the screen during manufacturing and shipping and it is intended to be removed before use. It is not the clearest film and has a few bubbles trapped under it, so it might be the best "screen protector". You certainly could leave it in place if it doesn't bother you, or I suppose you could cut a true screen protector meant for a mobile phone to fit the meter's screen.

[@danialtun5431]

@@MindFlareRetro TQ for answering to me thank you

[@rawracer]

Do the conduction test no on the auto mode only on direct set on conduction is much faster on originals probs.

[@MindFlareRetro]

Ah, yes. That is good advice. Thank you.

[@JendaLinda]

Unfortunately the multimeter doesn't seem to be able to measure ESR of capacitors. That would be very useful feature for repairs. I know multimeters usualy can't measure ESR, btu this is a smart multimeter.

[@MindFlareRetro]

Yes, you are absolutely right. ESR measurement would make this an exceptionally smart meter. Maybe GVDA would consider your great idea for a future model.

[@RudysRetroIntel]

Thanks for sharing and great seeing another of your videos! Looks the same as the Kaiweets KM601

[@MindFlareRetro]

Thanks very much. Yes, I'm pretty sure these are the axact same meters. I'd like to find out what company actually designs and manufactures these meters.

[@Okurka.]

@@MindFlareRetro The PCB says HT116 at 23:16. That's HT for Habotest.

[@MindFlareRetro]

@@Okurka. Oh, man. Look at you. Good eye. 👍 I should have researched this better.

[@juanbravo5504]

Buen video mide 1ohm .5 ohm y.22 de ohms

[@MindFlareRetro]

Gracias. Me alegro de que te haya gustado el vídeo.

[@imranhq13]

great review

[@MindFlareRetro]

Thank you very much. I am happy to hear you enjoyed it.