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title: "Elenco M-1008K - Digital Multimeter Solder Kit | Great STEM Project | Soldering Required,Black"
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# 7 functions / 17 ranges Pocket-sized precision DIY soldering kit Elenco M-1008K - Digital Multimeter Solder Kit | Great STEM Project | Soldering Required,Black

**Brand:** elenco
**Price:** R1075
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ⚡ Build it. Own it. Measure like a pro.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Elenco M-1008K - Digital Multimeter Solder Kit | Great STEM Project | Soldering Required,Black by elenco
- **How much does it cost?** R1075 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/14848287-elenco-m-1008k-digital-multimeter-solder-kit-great-stem-project)

## Best For

- elenco enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted elenco brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Compact & Portable:** Pocket-sized design for on-the-go diagnostics and quick fixes.
- • **Reliable Measurements:** Real readings with fuse protection and multiple test ports.
- • **Clear, Guided Assembly:** Step-by-step manual with visuals and quizzes to boost your skills.
- • **Hands-On STEM Experience:** Solder and assemble your own professional-grade multimeter.
- • **Master 7 Essential Functions:** From DC voltage to transistor testing, all in one sleek tool.

## Overview

The Elenco M-1008K is a DIY digital multimeter kit featuring 7 functions and 17 measurement ranges including DC/AC voltage, current, resistance, diode, transistor hFE, and continuity tests. Designed for intermediate solderers, it offers a hands-on STEM project with a detailed manual, real fuse protection, and a compact form factor, making it perfect for aspiring electronics enthusiasts ready to upgrade their toolkit.

## Description

Every Do-It-Yourselfer should have a Multimeter at hand. You get the joy of owning and using a quality tool and the satisfaction of having soldered and assembled it yourself. This Elenco meter includes: 7 Functions / 17 measuring ranges - DC Voltage - DC Current - AC Voltage - Resistance - Diode Check - Transistor hFE test - Audible continuity test - Pocket Size. - For 30 years Elenco has been using their strong engineering and design skills to develop reliable, affordable electronic test equipment, tools, and educational kits.

Review: Nice kit - I assume a lot of potential people looking at this kit want to know if it's good for kids or as a gift. The short answer is yes- although you should know a little about your target before buying this kit for them. I'm mid-level at soldering. I can plow through a kit in quick order but I still can't read resistors very well and I can't diagram a single circuit. So I can say for certain this Elenco kit is perfect for anyone who's not a total novice at soldering. A total novice should start with a cheap toy kit that they don't intend to use, like a breadboard and junk components stolen from a used computer, until they know how to use a soldering iron. Once someone is able to reliably get good, shiny solder joints- this kit is a great next step. Pros: Decent multimeter. This kit wouldn't matter if the result wasn't worth playing with right? It makes real readings, and I'm going to use it on other projects. For people who know their meters: It has a real fuse, three ports (ground, low-voltage w/ fuse, and high-voltage unfused), decent needle probes, a transistor tester, all the basic modes (no frequency counter). For people who don't know what that means: This is about what you'd get if you bought any similarly-priced meter off the shelf. It's okay for most beginners. Easy instructions. There's a great manual included. It starts by walking you through what's included. It introduces you to tricky bits in the assembly with pictures and tips, and there are checkboxes you can tick off step by step. Parts such as resistors are clearly labeled, so someone like me who can't read resistor codes is covered. The manual even ends with a quiz to prove what you learned putting the kit together! Neat. Cons: Need some minor experience, or a trained adult, to assemble correctly. If this was someone's first-ever kit, there are a few places to stumble. A big one is that it's normal in kids like this for components to not always 100% match the parts list. I'll make up an example- let's say the manual says to install an "ABC-123" but the closest part in the bag is an "AB3-12C". With some process of elimination and a little bit of Google work, you can confirm these part numbers are equivalent. That came up with about 3 components in my kit, and process of elimination was enough to find the right parts. Anyone who's put together a similar-level kit before has dealt with these issues before, so again this is only a caution for a kid who's never held an iron before. The kit function is only okay. The main selector dial is a little sticky, although I'm sure it will wear in a little with use. The probes are made a little cheaply, so I wouldn't expect them to last a lifetime although they should stand up to all kinds of gentle use. The kit is also pretty slow to zero out when changing modes. You might switch to a certain reading where you should see "0.00" and instead see "0.03" for about ten seconds while the reading slowly goes down to "0.02, 0.01... 0.00". It will get there, just not instantly like a "professional" kit would. That's okay. But again, a more experienced hand may need to help explain this so a kid wouldn't be confused. Overall: If I were to pay the same price for a no-name Chinese multimeter off the shelf, I might mumble a bit about the quality of the selector knob but the whole thing does work. I'd say this is a great "next step" kit for a kid who's held a soldering iron before but hasn't built up their professional gear yet- once this is done, you have a multimeter you can use to check the function of your next kit!
Review: Doesn't work? It's a you problem. - Was given this during Advance Individual Training. If you do it right, it works. Been reading others reviews stating that it doesn't work. It's a kit, the problem is they did something wrong. There is a troubleshoot guide in the instructions. If they did that and still problems, then maybe it's a component. Mine mostly worked when I finished it. The thing that didn't work well is the sound function, there is a small sound, but that doesn't make the device not work as intended. I used my multimeter to troubleshoot a ceiling fan. Problem with my multimeter was the short cords for the arms, but it got the job done.

## Features

- Every Do-It-Yourselfer should have a Multimeter at hand
- 7 Functions / 17 measuring ranges
- DC Voltage - DC Current - AC Voltage
- Test Leads, Manual and 9V Battery included
- SOLDERING REQUIRED - ASSEMBLY REQUIRED

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0097CZ00M |
| Best Sellers Rank | #513,886 in Automotive ( See Top 100 in Automotive ) #63 in Multimeters & Analyzers |
| Brand Name | Elenco |
| Color | Black |
| Customer Reviews | 3.7 3.7 out of 5 stars (32) |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00756619009360 |
| Item Dimensions | 18 x 12 x 14 inches |
| Item Weight | 260 Grams |
| Manufacturer | Elenco Electronics LLC |
| Measurement Type | Multimeter |
| Model | M-1008K |
| Power Source | Battery Powered |
| Style Name | Digital |
| UPC | 756619009360 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Warranty Description | Warranted for manufacturing defects |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Elenco
- **Color:** Black
- **Item Weight:** 260 Grams
- **Power Source:** Battery Powered
- **Style:** Digital

## Images

![Elenco M-1008K - Digital Multimeter Solder Kit | Great STEM Project | Soldering Required,Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61V2WXIdYIL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is there room to add a 10A fuse to make this a safe multimeter?**
A: Not a lot of room to play with, especially if you plan on installing any kind of fuse holder as well.  The plastic case is not very strong or sturdy either.  More of a hobby project for a beginner, than a heavy use device.  My opinion.

**Q: I don’t see a tab on the 8 pin transistor. also what goes in the r* slot in the pcb  (above the shunt)?**
A: A location pin is not required so just solder the socket in to PCB. The r* position is not used in this kit. Elenco

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nice kit
*by P***L on September 17, 2017*

I assume a lot of potential people looking at this kit want to know if it's good for kids or as a gift. The short answer is yes- although you should know a little about your target before buying this kit for them. I'm mid-level at soldering. I can plow through a kit in quick order but I still can't read resistors very well and I can't diagram a single circuit. So I can say for certain this Elenco kit is perfect for anyone who's not a total novice at soldering. A total novice should start with a cheap toy kit that they don't intend to use, like a breadboard and junk components stolen from a used computer, until they know how to use a soldering iron. Once someone is able to reliably get good, shiny solder joints- this kit is a great next step. Pros: Decent multimeter. This kit wouldn't matter if the result wasn't worth playing with right? It makes real readings, and I'm going to use it on other projects. For people who know their meters: It has a real fuse, three ports (ground, low-voltage w/ fuse, and high-voltage unfused), decent needle probes, a transistor tester, all the basic modes (no frequency counter). For people who don't know what that means: This is about what you'd get if you bought any similarly-priced meter off the shelf. It's okay for most beginners. Easy instructions. There's a great manual included. It starts by walking you through what's included. It introduces you to tricky bits in the assembly with pictures and tips, and there are checkboxes you can tick off step by step. Parts such as resistors are clearly labeled, so someone like me who can't read resistor codes is covered. The manual even ends with a quiz to prove what you learned putting the kit together! Neat. Cons: Need some minor experience, or a trained adult, to assemble correctly. If this was someone's first-ever kit, there are a few places to stumble. A big one is that it's normal in kids like this for components to not always 100% match the parts list. I'll make up an example- let's say the manual says to install an "ABC-123" but the closest part in the bag is an "AB3-12C". With some process of elimination and a little bit of Google work, you can confirm these part numbers are equivalent. That came up with about 3 components in my kit, and process of elimination was enough to find the right parts. Anyone who's put together a similar-level kit before has dealt with these issues before, so again this is only a caution for a kid who's never held an iron before. The kit function is only okay. The main selector dial is a little sticky, although I'm sure it will wear in a little with use. The probes are made a little cheaply, so I wouldn't expect them to last a lifetime although they should stand up to all kinds of gentle use. The kit is also pretty slow to zero out when changing modes. You might switch to a certain reading where you should see "0.00" and instead see "0.03" for about ten seconds while the reading slowly goes down to "0.02, 0.01... 0.00". It will get there, just not instantly like a "professional" kit would. That's okay. But again, a more experienced hand may need to help explain this so a kid wouldn't be confused. Overall: If I were to pay the same price for a no-name Chinese multimeter off the shelf, I might mumble a bit about the quality of the selector knob but the whole thing does work. I'd say this is a great "next step" kit for a kid who's held a soldering iron before but hasn't built up their professional gear yet- once this is done, you have a multimeter you can use to check the function of your next kit!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Doesn't work? It's a you problem.
*by Z***B on October 8, 2025*

Was given this during Advance Individual Training. If you do it right, it works. Been reading others reviews stating that it doesn't work. It's a kit, the problem is they did something wrong. There is a troubleshoot guide in the instructions. If they did that and still problems, then maybe it's a component. Mine mostly worked when I finished it. The thing that didn't work well is the sound function, there is a small sound, but that doesn't make the device not work as intended. I used my multimeter to troubleshoot a ceiling fan. Problem with my multimeter was the short cords for the arms, but it got the job done.

### ⭐⭐ Missing Parts
*by K***K on December 4, 2024*

Poor packaging. Too many missing parts.

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