Test leads needed please

[Charles Lill]

Anyone in the Grimsby area have any spare test leads to fit a fluke multifunction tester

 

[Rpa07]

What sort of question is that?
Would you like some eggs and some porridge oats as well or aren’t they as important?
Seriously what sort of question is that?
You could expand on everything. Did you lose them? Break them? Leave them under a floor?
Can you not afford some new ones? I know that they are expensive and hence we look after our gear!
My response is longer than your Original post.

 

[Squid]

What sort of question is that?

A straightforward one to be honest, mentions the part required the location and for what manufacturer, the only bit missing is the model number ;o)))))

 

[Deleted member 105166]

Charles - hope this helps

 

[Charles Lill]

I'm really sorry, I am though studying at college for the chance to work in the electrical industry. Can't afford the leads for a tester with that was given to me. I just hope that the people who I work round aren't as bad as the replys I was handed here.

 

[SparkyChick]

I'm really sorry, I am though studying at college for the chance to work in the electrical industry. Can't afford the leads for a tester with that was given to me. I just hope that the people who I work round aren't as bad as the replys I was handed here.

Charles, you don't have to have manufacturer test leads. You could perhaps try these:-

https://www.NoLinkingToThis/p/kewtech-acc063-s-3-wire-non-fused-test-leads/8216g

I have a set of these which I use with my Megger when using the Kewtech Light Mates, and occasionally for other jobs. If they don't fit, Screwfix are pretty good with returns

 

[SparkyChick]

@Charles Lill , you may also want to consider signing up for the trainee only forum area. You can do that here:-

Apply to Gain Access to Trainee-Only Forum - https://www.electriciansforums.co.uk/forums/apply-to-gain-access-to-trainee-only-forum.60/

 

[ChrisElectrical88]

Most National wholesalers do a budget test lead range, go in and ask, explain your situation and they will probably discount them as much as possible. Wouldnt ask for secpnd hand leads as most sparks will only stop using theirs once the readings become dodgy.

 

[Pete999]

@Charles Lill , you may also want to consider signing up for the trainee only forum area. You can do that here:-

Apply to Gain Access to Trainee-Only Forum - https://www.electriciansforums.co.uk/forums/apply-to-gain-access-to-trainee-only-forum.60/

Agree you will get more help and advice in the trainee area Mate, not sure if he has any, but you could PM "camerabloke" he might be able to help.

 

[GMES]

Anyone in the Grimsby area have any spare test leads to fit a fluke multifunction tester

Hi Charles and welcome to the forum, I'm sorry you feel that you didn't receive the replies you were hoping for but to be perfectly honest it wasn't the most friendly or endearing introduction I've seen.
Maybe if you had started with a bit more detail about yourself and your situation, why you needed them , what stage of training you are at, that you would offer to at least pay for the postage etc etc even an hello at the start would have helped.
As for the leads, a lot of guys do have a spare set but will be reluctant to give them away, they have them as spares for a reason.
But good luck in your search and welcome to the forum.

 

[telectrix]

try test-meter. (forum sponsor). you might get a good deal. alternatively, i may have some spare leads knocking about. no probes or crocs, but be happy to send to youif you like.

 

[Midwest]

I just hope that the people who I work round aren't as bad as the replys I was handed here.

Life’s hard, and you’ll find it even harder when start working with you future colleagues.

 

[Deleted member 105166]

I just hope that the people who I work round aren't as bad as the replys I was handed here.

Welcome to the forum, Charles. No-one intended to offend you, just a little late night humour! As several others have pointed out, there are many budget alternatives that will work with your tester and so long as you check they are GS38 compliant, you'll be OK. Personally I'd avoid secondhand leads unless they're from someone on here. Good luck.

 

[Squid]

Life’s hard, and you’ll find it even harder when start working with you future colleagues.

And they really start to take the pee pee..........

 

[Deleted member 72666]

try test-meter. (forum sponsor). you might get a good deal. alternatively, i may have some spare leads knocking about. no probes or crocs, but be happy to send to youif you like.

That's very kind of you tel and on that note are these of any use to you?

 

[telectrix]

That's very kind of you tel and on that note are these of any use to you?

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definitely will be a nice addition to my AVO 8.

 

[telectrix]

@OP. i will have a look and see what i may have going spare.

 

[Deleted member 72666]

definitely will be a nice addition to my AVO 8.

Just pm me an address and I'll pop it in the post for you.

 

[HappyHippyDad]

Anyone in the Grimsby area have any spare test leads to fit a fluke multifunction tester

I think what Charles meant to say was the following..

"Hello everyone, I'm new on here and studying to be an electrician which I'm really excited about. I literally have no money as it all gets spent on bills and rent. I've been given an MFT but it doesn't have any leads, I know it's an embarrassing thing to ask but does anyone have any old spare leads that would fit this? If you're close by I'd even be happy to labour for you for the day for free, plus I'd get a bit of experience"

I bet if you'd sent that Charles someone may have even coughed up a set! Come on chap, I know you're a youngster but have a think about how you ask. Good luck with your studying anyway

 

[Rpa07]

That’s half the reason I didn’t come back on and apologise for my reply albeit abrupt.
My only defence was having just finished watching a film with Nicolas Cage in - I rest my case m’lud!
To Charles - it is a big world out there and discourse is a winner. A friendly smile, a genuine greeting and a friendly handshake will open doors.
The opposite will lead to failure.
Just a thought!