PT6208A Digital Contact Tachometer, Contact Measurement Speed Tach Meter, 50-19999RPM Speed Meter, Contact Tach RPM Meter with 100 Groups Data Logging, Data Hold, Max/Min/AVG, Backlight

I would like to express my appreciation for the prompt delivery and the measures taken to ensure I received the item in good condition.

I needed an accurate tachometer to set the RPMs of an engine powered pump. I had an old analog (dial) one that started giving erratic readings, so I thought I'd try this one.Simple to use, just turn it on, and read the RPMs, and it 'holds' the latest reading on the screen for a few seconds. You can also set it to read things like maximum RPM, and with the right accessory, can even read linear FPM for things like a conveyor belt.My biggest nit to pick, is that it seems a bit delicate when compared to my old all-metal one, especially the tips that engage the shaft, (old one was metal with a rubber tip, this one is plastic and also smaller) but it has worked well enough. For the couple times a year I'll be using it, it is fine. Came with a carrying case that keeps all the pieces together. I got this one because it had an extension for the tip/shaft to be able to engage a shaft within a recess, and I'm glad I did. With the regular tip and no extension, it does not have a lot of reach.

A+

Some measurement modes do not work at all: m/min, m/sec, ft/sec. Other measurement modes did work: ft/min, in/min, and Contact (RPM). At this price point I don't expect much, but I do expect it to function as advertised when it arrives.Followed (poorly written / translated) instructions and tried metric 'perimeter' setting (0.1m) with metric measurement modes, with no luck. Measurement mode ft/sec did not work with standard perimeter settings (6" or 12").Tried all perimeter settings with all measurement modes, never did get readings for measurement modes m/min, m/sec, ft/sec. To be clear, in my opinion this appears to be a design / firmware issue and not a one-off defective unit.Of the modes that did work, I didn't have another method with which to compare accuracy.Backlit screen is bright. Unit housing appears reasonably solid for an entry-level device. However the measurement shaft bearing is exposed at the top of the unit (see photo), and dust/dirt will ruin any bearing over time, so the device not designed for typical manufacturing or automotive environments. Also note that the orange areas are a coating on the plastic housing, not a thick silicone boot / shell. The coating provides good grip and visibility,and minimal impact protection.Measuring tips are plastic, and rubber wheels / tips are not attached with adhesive / epoxy so they could become detached and lost.Unit came with a zippered canvas pouch.

If all you are measuring is RPM, this tool works well. ANY other measurement, especially Ft/Min requires turning on the device using 2 buttons and then a set-up of another 6 or 8 buttons to get it to work. Then when it turns off you have to go through the whole process again as it does not save the set-up. This will require your workers to take out the booklet and figure it out every time if they only use it once in a while. NOT intuitive.

The Best part of this device is that it is easy to use.

Couldn't figure out how to use it and thought it didn't work but they sent me a new one free and included a how to video. Pleased.

Shaft speed on combine.