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Minkota · 03-31-2021, 08:44 AM

I am considering purchasing a Power Probe 3, does anyone have experience with this, is it worth the money? Just seems like a lot of money for a tool i may not use very often, unless i am able to use it in place of basic multimeter functions.

FamilyTruckster65 · 03-31-2021, 08:59 PM

I have had one for about 5-6 years, really long enough that I can't remember exactly. It gets used just about weekly on the job. I will often grab it before my Fluke DMM, BUT there are some things that the DMM is better for.

I like that I can apply power or a ground or to know quickly if I am probing into a power or a ground.

I find it useful for most things. Beware the PP3 is not really recommended for trouble shooting computerized control circuits.

Greasey Harley · 03-31-2021, 11:43 PM

Yes, They are an excellent tool and absolutely worth the money. I love my Power Probe. .

Minkota · 04-01-2021, 06:17 AM

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Originally Posted by FamilyTruckster65

Beware the PP3 is not really recommended for trouble shooting computerized control circuits.

I have heard that same thing. it is my understanding that when working on a computerized car with it, it is best to short the probe and pop the breaker or use the 5v adapter.
Thanks guys for the input. I was debating between the PP3 and PP4. I pulled the trigger and purchased the PP3, I don't think i will use it enough to use all the features on the PP4. Thanks again

**Dieselwrencher** · 04-02-2021, 06:54 AM

I've had several power probes over the years and use them a lot. I really want to get a hook but what do you buy first? Truck parts or another power probe?

03-31-2021, 08:44 AM	#1
Minkota Registered User Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: West Palm Beach, Florida Posts: 295	Power Probe I am considering purchasing a Power Probe 3, does anyone have experience with this, is it worth the money? Just seems like a lot of money for a tool i may not use very often, unless i am able to use it in place of basic multimeter functions.

03-31-2021, 08:59 PM	#2
FamilyTruckster65 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: Oregon Posts: 158	Re: Power Probe I have had one for about 5-6 years, really long enough that I can't remember exactly. It gets used just about weekly on the job. I will often grab it before my Fluke DMM, BUT there are some things that the DMM is better for. I like that I can apply power or a ground or to know quickly if I am probing into a power or a ground. I find it useful for most things. Beware the PP3 is not really recommended for trouble shooting computerized control circuits.

03-31-2021, 11:43 PM	#3
Greasey Harley Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: Post Falls, ID Posts: 884	Re: Power Probe Yes, They are an excellent tool and absolutely worth the money. I love my Power Probe. . __________________ Insert clever text here:

04-02-2021, 06:54 AM	#5
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