A capacitor is an essential component in many electrical and electronic circuits. It stores and releases electrical energy when needed, helping regulate voltage and maintain power stability. Over time ...

The Owon HDS160 is a combined multimeter and oscilloscope, at least that is what is says on the box. It comes packed with a black pouch, a Quick Guide in English, a specifications sheet, a red and a ...

If your car or truck won’t hold a charge, or if you’re having signs electrical gremlins like dimming headlights, you probably need a new alternator. “If you keep a vehicle over 100,000 miles, chances ...

While using a digital multimeter to diagnose electrical problems on customers’ equipment, I frequently hear the comment, “I’ve got one of those multimeter things, but I never learned how to use it.” ...

When your car doesn’t start, often a low or dead battery is the culprit. Unfortunately, most vehicle owners do not check their battery until it fails. As preventative maintenance, the suggested best ...

Zak is new to the CarBuzz team, working as a freelance content writer. When Zak isn't writing How To articles for CarBuzz he's working as a high school automotive technology instructor. Before ...

When working on electrical projects around the home—whether that’s troubleshooting an issue with your HVAC system, repairing an appliance, or testing a car battery—a multimeter is essential. These ...