Heathkit V-7 VTVM
1950's Vacuum tube volt-meter
 


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This is as nice as they come, beautifully built and clean as the day it was completed. This is by far the most accurate analog meter I have seen.   Originally sold as a kit, first offered in 1955 and a popular model well into the '60s.

The vacuum tube volt meter (VTVM) is a must for any vintage audio, radio or television technician's workbench. I know, the digital DVM's have taken their place and give a more accurate reading and should also be part of a complete workbench. However, there are instances where the VTVM is more reliable than many DVM's. A couple of examples are; measuring continuity of inductors (chokes, transformers etc.) and observing a fluctuating voltage. For those seeking a nice, reliable and calibrated analog instrument, the above has been carefully and meticulous serviced and calibrated. The V-7 is the samler version of the

Included is the original instruction manual and all the test leads.  A brand new "C" cell (used in the ohm-meter portion) has been installed as well.

As you can see from the chassis photos, it's clean and very neatly built.

$150.00 + $17.00 S&H shipped anywhere in the continental USA.


reprint Heathkit Service & Instruction manuals available < click for list

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