Key facts
- Brand
- Metrix
- Model
- MTX 3281
- Documents
- 2
- Languages
- EN
- Last added
- 2012-05-03
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Metrix MTX 3281/MTX 3282/MTX 3283 Handbook
The Metrix MTX 3281, 3282 and 3283 are graphic digital multimeters with 100,000‑count displays, 0.02 % basic precision and a 200 kHz pass band. They offer four digital displays, a back‑lit multidirectional LCD, automatic range selection, and a variety of measurement functions such as SPEC, AUTOPEAK, MATH, REL and SURV. The instruments support voltage, current, resistance, frequency, temperature (Pt 100, Pt 1000, J/K thermocouples) and many other parameters, and can store up to 6 500 measurements with timestamps.
Communication is provided via optical RS‑232, USB and Bluetooth, while power can be supplied by three LRG batteries, AA NiMH storage batteries, or an external 230 V/110 V adapter. The rugged ABS housing has an IP51 protection rating and complies with IEC 61010 safety standards.
Metrix MTX 3281 specifications
| Display resolution | 160 × 160 pixels, 100,000‑point digital display |
|---|---|
| DC basic precision (MTX 3283) | 0.02 % L+8D |
| Pass band (MTX 3283) | up to 200 kHz |
| Measurement terminals | 3 terminals (V, A, COM) |
| Maximum stored measurements | 6 500 measurements with date/time |
| Protection rating | IP51 |
| Battery types | 3 LRG batteries or AA NiMH storage batteries |
All Metrix MTX 3281 documents by type
Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Questions answered in these manuals
How many measurements can be stored in the MTX series?
The instrument can store up to 6 500 measurements with date and time stamps.
What is the basic DC precision for model MTX 3283?
The DC basic precision for the MTX 3283 is 0.02 % L+8D.
What communication interfaces are available on the MTX 3281/3282/3283?
The multimeter can use an optical RS232 link, a USB adapter, or Bluetooth wireless link, depending on the model.
From: Metrix MTX 3281/3282/3283 Hand-Held Multimeters Product Leaflet
How many measurements can be stored in the device?
Up to 6,500 measurements with date and time can be stored.
From: Metrix MTX 3281/3282/3283 Hand-Held Multimeters Product Leaflet
