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A clamp-on ammeter measures what?

Current flow


What is the difference between Current and Interference?

Current measures flow of charge. Interference is something that gets in the way.


What measures the volume of electrons through a circuit?

Current measures the flow of electrons through a circuit and voltage basically measure the amount of available electrons.


Is a ohmmeter a pressure gauge?

No. An Ohmmeter measures electrical resistance to the flow of current.


Do amp meters measure power when device on circuit is turned off?

An amp meter measures current flow, not power. An amp meter measures instantaneous current either by being inserted in series with the wire being measured for current flow, or clamped onto a single current carrying wire and measuring current flow by induction. If the load is disconnected then no current will flow and the amp meter will read zero.CommentThe correct term is ammeter, not 'amp meter'.


What is an ampere gauge?

It is a gauge that measures electron flow or current. Current is usually described as amperage. Therefore the AMP gauge.


What does a ammeter measure and what units does it use?

It measures current flow in amps or milliamps. It needs to be in series with the current flow or in the case of a clamp-on meter it must encircle the single conductor carrying current.


What is the scientific unit for current?

The scientific unit for electric current is the ampere.


What instrument measures the direction of current?

A compass can be used to measure the direction of current flow in a circuit by aligning the compass needle with the magnetic field created by the current.


What instrument measures electric current in a circuit?

An ammeter is the instrument that measures electric current in a circuit. It is connected in series to the circuit to measure the flow of current through it.


What is the significance of impedance in electrical circuits and how does it affect the flow of current?

Impedance in electrical circuits is important because it measures the opposition to the flow of alternating current. It consists of resistance and reactance, which affect how current flows through a circuit. A higher impedance means there is more resistance to the current flow, which can limit the amount of current that can pass through the circuit. This can impact the efficiency and performance of the circuit.


What measures the flowing in a circuit?

The flow in a circuit is called the electric current and it is measured by voltages. The number of volts that are present in the charge will determine the strength of the electric current.