A tachometer is a gauge that measures the speed of a rotating object, such as an engine. Tachometers can be mechanical, electrical, or electronic. Most engines have a tachometer, and it is a useful tool for monitoring engine speed. However, tachometers are not necessary for all engines. Some engines, such as those in lawn mowers, do not have a tachometer. Tachometers can be helpful in diagnosing engine problems. For example, if an engine is running rough, the tachometer can help identify the source
A tachometer is a device that measures the speed of rotation of an object, such as a shaft or a gear. It is used in a variety of applications, such as in engines and motors to ensure they are operating at the correct speed, or in manufacturing to ensure that machinery is running at the correct speed. While tachometers are designed to be durable and last for many years, they can eventually fail and need to be replaced. When this happens, the process is relatively straightforward and can be completed without the need for special tools or training.
You can use a multimeter as a tachometer by connecting the leads to the vehicle's battery and ignition system. By reading the voltage output, you can determine the engine's RPM.
4.4/5
Traditional incandescent lighting illuminates around the perimeter of the dial
Compatible with 2 - 4 pulse ignition signals (4-8 cylinder engines) with points, electronic, and most 12V high-performance racing ignitions.
12 and 16 volt compatible, well-suited with nearly every street car or race car electrical system
$234
Although I didn't want to spend a lot of money, I wanted a tach. I decided to invest a little extra and acquire a reputable brand name like this one after reading reviews for the less expensive ($20–$30) models and learning that they didn't read accurately or were slow/laggy.On a 1991 S10, this device runs admirably, reads in real-time, and appears to be accurate. The needle doesn't always return to 0 when you turn off the car, which is one oddity I wasn't expecting. Usually, it holds at the previous reading. The tach needle will remain at 900 RPM even if you park the car and rapidly switch the key off. The needle will return to zero if you turn off the car gradually by first turning the key to ACC and then to OFF. So, if you fast switch the ignition off, I'm assuming this has to do with the electricity being abruptly cut, preventing the electric motor in the tach from sending it to 0 first.
4.4/5
✔ï¸[Tachometer] Read RPM when Engine is Running, Recall Maximum RPM and Programmable RPM Alert with RED Backlit Lighting to Warn.
âœ”ï¸ Backlit Digital Tach Hour Meter Tachometer for Gas Engines Chain Saw Snowblower Lawnmower ATV Boat Motorcycle Marine ( Works on 4 Stroke up to 16 cylinder/2 stroke up to 6 cylinder Gas Powered Devices)
✔ï¸[Battery] Internal CR2450 Battery and Data Retained after Battery Change
✔ï¸[ON/OFF Switch] On “TOT†total hours mode, Press and Hold “MENU+SET†button Simultaneously until display shows “OFF†icon, release the button, Meter will be turned off. Press either “MENU†or “SET†button again, Meter will be turned on. IP Rate: IP67. 2 Years Warranty.
âœ”ï¸ [Hours] Accumulate Non-resettable Total Run Hours of Operation, Record Resettable JOB Hours of Operation and Programmable Maintenance Interval Timer(0~2000H)
$234
Any gadget with a spark plug can use this digital Rpm readout. I looked into this because I was wondering if my riding lawn mower and snowblower were operating too slowly at full power. I just taped it off after wrapping the insulated wire five times around the spark plug cap that leads to the spark plug wire. As soon as I turned it on, the hour meter and rpm reading also started.Even if you only use it for fine-tuning or adjustments, this is quite useful to have. Since that's useful information to have on something I use so frequently, I want to leave it on my lawn mower. Very practical and affordable.
4.1/5
Tiny tach Tachometer and Engine Hour Meter is Easy Installation a simple and easy to use product that gets the job done with minimal complication
Inductive Tachometer Hour Meter has the built in ability to change the battery, replaceable internal battery rated for 35,000 hour of operation.
Small Engine Tachometer and Engine Hour Meter, it will show both engine RPM and hours of operation, read up to 99,999 RPM.
Waterproof Inductive Hour Meter Suitable for all 2 Stroke & 4 Stroke gasoline engines. Can reset total hours and maintenance time
Marine ATV Motorcycle Snowmobile Hour Meter track the service life of your vehicle-Oil Changes, Valve, Adjustments, Spark Plugs, etc.
$234
I didn't even consider repairing the broken hour meter on my standby generator because doing so would have been too expensive. I discovered this hour meter for a reasonable price and bought it. With two sheet metal screws (not included), it was simple to install, and the wire was then run to the spark plug wire. About 4" back from the boot, I wrapped the spark plug wire five times. To reconnect the end of the wire to the main portion, I used a little tie wrap (Not provided). The accuracy of the meter is unaffected if the wire is cut to the desired length. It is advised to change the battery in this meter every two to three years because it is replaceable. A 2032 button battery is used. I would not suggest installing the meter using glue or double-sided tape since the battery hatch is on the back of the device. The meter is set to program #2 and appropriately displays 3,600 RPM for my two-cylinder, four-stroke motor. Another useful feature is the timer for the maintenance countdown.
4.1/5
Digital tachometer hour meter maintenance reminder gauge for small gasoline engines. Keeps track of ture engine RPM and running time for all types of gasoline engines.
2 sets of intervals maintenance units (SVC SVC2) make it easy to program the time you need. No guessing when to change the oil and filter.When the time is reached, the LCD screen will flashing reminder.
Hours Capcity:99999 hours , Hours accuracy: 0.1 min ; RPM Capcity:20000rpm,RPM accuracy: 10 RPM .Fits Gas Powered Engines Honda Yamaha Kohler Husqvarna Briggs & Stratton Small Engine Lawn Mower Boat Generator outboard Motorcycle ATV UTV Snowmobile Marine Paramotors Chainsaw
The tachometer is powered by one CR2450 lithium battery. No external power connections are required.Waterproof.
The tachometer indicates operation in RPMs and Hours. Hours is always display when engine is off.Typical RPM display during operation of the engine.MAX RPM record . Total hours (TOT) cannot be reset;Record resettable JOB time
$234
I used this exactly to adjust the idle speed on my Vespa. I only needed a tach to set the idle speed when tweaking the carburetor; I didn't need one that I could attach and use continuously. Although it can be mounted if you like, I installed mine so that I could just tuck it away in the engine compartment when not in use.It performed better than I had hoped and made it simple for me to set my idle speed using the setting that this device uses by default. I am beyond pleased with the outcomes thus far. When the battery runs out, it will eventually need to be replaced, so only time will tell if it lasts (the battery is internal and not replaceable).Although I'm not sure how it would read in direct sunshine, the display was simple to read in the garage, which is all I expect to use it for.There was no problem with numbers shifting quickly because the readout was extremely stable. Very happy thus far!It should function properly for you as well if you make sure to acquire a good ground for the ground wire. I fastened the red wire with electrical tape after wrapping it five times around the spark plug wire, and it appeared to function perfectly.Update: The engine is still running flawlessly after 30 hours of use. I chose to put it on a hole that was already there in the engine compartment's metal frame so that it would be more secure. It works wonderfully and there is no risk that it would fall and hit the ground. I'm really happy I bought this tach. I really needed this because I can't distinguish the difference between 1,800 and 2000 revolutions per minute with my ears.
4/5
✔High intensity class II laser measures from 2.5 - 99,999 RPM
✔Measures the rotational speed with a visible red light beam from a powerful LED
✔Extra large 5-digit LCD display, high accuracy of +/- 0.05%
✔Optical Tachometer: Auto zero adjustment, stores last, minimum, and maximum readings
$234
I bought a CyberTech Digital Photo Tachometer because I had to precisely determine/verify spindle speeds on my metal lathe and milling machine. I was able to swiftly measure spindle speeds after following the straightforward directions and affixing a little piece of reflective tape (included) to the spindle. My step-pulley mill with a VFD drive did not provide any rpm information. I didn't realize how quickly I was using (and damaging) cutting tools, but with this straightforward equipment, I can precisely control spindle speeds, extend the tool life of HSS end mills, and improve item surface polish. The cost on Amazon was significantly less than anything I could get locally.
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The housing has been carefully shaped to fit comfortably in either hand.
Measures the rotational speed with a visible red light beam from a powerful LED
Auto zero adjustment, stores last, minimum, and maximum readings, values can be displayed by turn anytime.
High intensity class II laser measures from 2.5 - 99,999 RPM
Extra large 5-digit LCD display, high accuracy of +/- 0.05%. Not include batteries.
$234
I just recently paid $10.99 for this tachometer, and as of this writing, it is now $11.99. AGPtek's listing of what seems to be the identical item, priced at $12.99 and explicitly indicating in the package contents that reflective tape was included, was ordered by a friend. Reflective tape is not included under the package components for this Signstek listing, but "reflective marks (included)" is mentioned in the description. I can attest that the required reflective tape was in fact included in the package's contents. The device looks to function well for the purpose I am using it for, which is to measure the spinning rate for precision tops. It just requires a little patch of reflective tape, about 0.5 cm square, to be placed to the top's body, barely enough to change the top's weight distribution. I like this product and got it for a little less than what AGPtek was asking.>>> 8/23/17 An update I have absolutely no issues with this tachometer. I managed to work past its two missing functions, at least one of which is not really how a device like this should be used—constant, extended-time monitoring. With the use of a Velcro strap around the device with a hard plastic loop attached, I was able to maintain a "on" state for as long as I required by placing the loop over the TEST button and squeezing the strap firmly. And it was probably because of that use that I recently had to purchase a new one after discovering that the first one had stopped working and was only emitting the smell of a burning integrated circuit. The second feature I wanted was to be able to use AC power, which may have made the problem worse. To fix this, I switched out the batteries for a 9v snap adapter with a male DC power connector. I bought a barrel (female-to-female) DC power connection because I couldn't find a snap converter with a female power plug, and I used it to connect the gadget to an all-purpose AC power adapter that can handle voltages from 3-12v at 500ma. I'm confident that I pushed this tachometer to its limit and fried what I examined and determined to be a power management IC by continuously lasing to continuously monitor and record RPMs of a long-spinning precision top and having a power supply connected that could exceed the drive a higher current than a 9V battery. Therefore, if you get this tachometer and want to abuse it as it appears I did, don't expect it to last long and be grateful that it was just $11. Because it is a cheap option for what I required, I purchased a second one of the identical item.With the new unit in hand, I made the decision to try powering it up at lower voltages and discovered that it operates the same whether the power source is 4.5 volts or 9 volts, with the same measurement results. Although it might not function as well at greater distances from the object being observed, it appears to function well at less than 2 feet. In order to avoid burning out another IC, I will attempt operating it at a little higher voltage of 6 volts, which is consistent with seeing similar devices that work on 4 AA batteries. We'll see.I should also mention that I've successfully tracked the RPM of a top using reflective tape as small as a 1/8-inch square. This is smaller than is advised and probably not as user-friendly, but it still works. In my "constant-run" mode of operation, the tachometer occasionally displayed a reading of 0.0, causing me to press the TEST button again. I'm not sure why that happened, whether it was because the small piece of reflective tape failed to hold a reading or for some other cause. Loss of a reading may occur if the top moved, in which case the device must be reset for another run.
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Backlight Hour Meter Timing System:Accumulating total running hours TOT, recording partial running time JOB,maintenance timer can be set freely to 0-200 hours SVC
Replaceable CR2032 battery,data stored automatically after replacing the battery,CE & RoHS Certification, 2 Years warranty.
Induction Tachometer for 2 or 4 Stroke Gasoline Engine Records and Displays to 99999 hours/20000 RPM
RPM Measuring System:Measuring current engine RPM,recording and viewing engine MAX RPM,and setting overspeed warning function,refresh rate can be set 0.5S or 1S,The tach hour meter shows current RPM's when the engine is running;
Reminder Service:User can set this LCD tach hour meter from 0 hours to 200 hours;
$234
wonderful tiny thing Very little use thus far, but it appears to be just what I needed. It is put on my Harbor Freight Predator 2000 generator in the video review I made. For my application, I was able to remove the extra cable without any problems.I do appreciate the service alert feature. The indicator that I can set to serve as a reminder to change the oil was one of the reasons I bought this. It's simple to change the alert's time frame.I would really like to see the whole run time while the engine is running, however the only thing I find mildly frustrating is that it seems to go to the tachometer mode rather than showing you the total run time while the engine is running.Overall, I'm happy, and I'll update this review if anything goes wrong.
3.5/5
Backlit Tach Maintenance Hour Meter Tachometer for for RC Toys PWC ATV Motorcycles Marine Engines Chain Saws Tractors Lawnmowers...
Accumulate total run time (TOT:0~99,999 hours), Record re-settable JOB time(JOB: 0~99,99.9 hours). Programmable Maintenance Interval Timer(SVC) from 0 to 200 hours with flash alert service alarms
RPM reading Displays from 0 to 25,000 RPM with 10 RPM resolution.Max RPM recall.
Has ON/OFF Switch:On “TOT†total hours mode, Press and Hold “MENU+SET†button Simultaneously until display shows “OFF†icon, release the button, Meter will be turned off. Press either “MENU†or “SET†button again, Meter will be turned on.
Install Battery: The CR2032 (3 volt) battery goes button down into the unit. The back of the battery is the flat side which face up (toward the cap that screws over the battery). The cap is screwed on and off with a coin. The top of the battery is positive. Data Remained after Battery Change.
$234
The photographs are of my Toro 421 single cylinder, 4 stroke snowblower, which I purchased this for tuning. Installation of the battery (CR2032) and setup adjustments are simple. 1P1r for my request. Since the pick up wire won't stay wound around the plug wire, I used a length of thin steel wire akin to picture hanging wire and attached it to the pick up wire with heat shrink tubing. Although it functions well, I shouldn't have to re-engineer a brand-new device. One star less. Once wound around the plug wire, it provided a reliable readout of RPM. When the MENU or SET buttons are pressed, the display backlight only activates briefly, which is acceptable. I would have given it five stars if I hadn't had to make changes. Absolutely worth the money.
2.8/5
Only could be used on 12V gasoline vehicles
User Manual and Installation Kits included
Ranges from 0 to 8000 RPM, White LED backlight, Red shift light
3.75", Detailed size please see the picture 9
Works on 4, 6, and 8 cylinder engines
$234
In a 1990 Chevy C 1500 pickup truck with a 5.7 liter (350) V-8 Engine, I fitted this tachometer. I have not at all encountered the issue that some of the other reviewers have noted about their tactic being a little slow to react. The tach responds promptly whenever I press on the gas pedal, even during all of the gear changes I make while driving. At the rpm I've set it to, the shift light also turns on swiftly. When I switch on my headlights or parking lights, it also has a lovely LED rear light that shines brightly.It did take some time to install and wire the tachometer, but that was to be expected, and it wouldn't have mattered which brand or how much I paid for it. I am now quite satisfied with this tachometer. Don't be alarmed by the inexpensive pricing on this one. I believe it to be a fantastic tachometer that does its purpose exactly.This tachometer will without a doubt be adequate for those uses if you use it as I do, which is to monitor engine RPM to ensure that you are not red-lining your engine or to check to see if your transmission may be sliding.
If your tachometer is not working, it may be because the bulb has burned out. You can test this by disconnecting the tachometer from the engine and connecting it to a test light. If the test light does not come on, the tachometer is bad and will need to be replaced.
To calibrate a RPM tachometer, you will need to follow these steps: 1. Find a stable surface to place the tachometer on. 2. Use a reference point, such as a watch or clock, to measure one minute. 3. Count the number of rotations the tachometer makes in that one minute interval. 4. Multiply that number by 60 to get the tachometer's calibration reading in RPMs.
To calibrate a tachometer, first make sure the engine is off and the tachometer is disconnected. Next, find the tachometer's adjustment knob and set it to "0." With the adjustment knob set to "0," turn on the engine and let it idle for two minutes. After two minutes, turn off the engine and reconnect the tachometer. Finally, start the engine and check the tachometer to see if it is reading correctly.
To test a tachometer, you will need a multimeter. First, set the multimeter to the AC voltage setting. Next, start the engine and place the multimeter leads on the positive and negative terminals of the tachometer. The multimeter should read the voltage output of the tachometer. If it does not, the tachometer is not working properly.
Installing a tachometer can be difficult if you don't have the right tools or knowledge. You need to be able to identify the wires that connect to the coil and ignition system, as well as have a basic understanding of how electrical systems work. Once you have those things, the actual installation process is fairly straightforward.
If your tachometer isn't working, it needs to be replaced. Tachometers are relatively inexpensive, but the cost will depend on the make and model of your car. You can expect to pay between $50 and $200 for a new tachometer.
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