Siborg Systems Inc. has begun offering the newest model in the Smart Tweezers line of LCR- and ESR-meters: the Smart Tweezers ST5S-BT.
Based on the popular ST-5S model, the ST5S-BT offers users the same features and functionality with the added ability to remotely record all measurement values in real-time.
The ST5S-BT connects to iOS, Android and computers with any communication software, with dedicated apps in the Play Store and Apple Store. To connect with a computer, or to use Native Instruments LabView® software, the Bluetooth USB receiver stick is required.
The USB receiver stick opens a virtual serial port which the data is sent over in a comma separated string of values. This string shows what is on the Smart Tweezers’ screen at time of measurement and includes the main and secondary impedance values, the test frequency, test signal level, measurement mode and 4 reserved values.
Depending on the software used to receive the data, it can be saved into a file or database for further processing. The ability to record measurement values is essential for users that are required to record all measurement values, or those that need to refer to past measurements.
Smart Tweezers have become an essential tool for testing and troubleshooting surface mount technology. They require no set-up before measuring with a 0.2% basic accuracy. When the sharp gold-plated tweezers have a grasp on a component, the device will determine the type of component and measure accordingly for L, C, R and any secondary values such as the ESR. All measurement values, including secondary values, type of component and test parameters are instantly available on the OLED display built into the device. For more customized measurements, the device features extensive menus that offer more options for specific measurements, including nulls/voids, holds, offset subtraction and more. Controlled with a 4-way navigational joystick users are able to change measurement mode, test frequency, and other basic parameters from the home screen.
Features on Smart Tweezers ST-5S and ST5S-BT include:
-Fully automatic and manual L, C, R, ESR, Q, Z, and D measurements -0.2% basic accuracy -Automatic test range selection -Gold-plated tweezer probes that can grasp components. either mounted or loose -Diode and Continuity testing -NIST Traceable calibration certificate -4-way joystick navigation -Li-Ion battery with micro-USB charging -Instantaneous measurement results
Visit the LCR-Reader Store for your chance to get the Smart Tweezers with Bluetooth device. Check out the other products that Siborg offers in the store, including Task Kits for both LCR-Reader and Smart Tweezers. These kits offer customers a lower rate depending on the amount of accessories included. Siborg also offers the LED Test Tweezers for testing LEDs, switches, fuses, etc.; and the LCR-Reader Probe Connector that turns LCR-Reader and Smart Tweezers into a probe station for complete PCB probing and measuring components larger than the tweezers would normally allow.
