The OWON XDM1041 and XDM1241 are compact 4½-digit bench multimeters with a maximum display of 55,000 counts, DC voltage accuracy reaching 0.05% and True RMS AC voltage and current measurement. Their broad measurement functions, dual-line display and graphical data tools support electronics development, equipment repair, education and general laboratory testing.
The principal difference is the power configuration: the XDM1041 is designed for AC-powered bench operation, while the XDM1241 incorporates a rechargeable lithium battery for portable use. Depending on the selected interface version, PC software and SCPI commands provide remote operation and recorded-data processing through USB or RS232.
Key Features
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55,000-count display: Provides finer reading resolution than a conventional low-count handheld meter when observing small measurement changes.
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DC voltage accuracy up to 0.05%: Supports routine laboratory measurements, circuit verification and electronics servicing.
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True RMS AC measurements: Measures AC voltage up to 750 V and AC current up to 10 A across the specified 20 Hz to 1 kHz measurement bandwidth.
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Up to 60 readings per second: Provides responsive measurement updates for adjustment, troubleshooting and test monitoring.
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Multiple measurement functions: Covers DC/AC voltage, DC/AC current, resistance, capacitance, frequency, diode, continuity and temperature measurements.
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Dual-line and chart displays: Presents related values together and allows users to examine measurement changes graphically.
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Internal data logging: Stores up to 1,000 measurement points for subsequent review and computer-based processing.
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SCPI remote control: Supports integration into PC-controlled measurements and repeatable automated test procedures.
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3.5-inch color LCD: The 480 × 320 display provides clear access to measurement values, secondary readings and instrument settings.
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Choice of power configuration: The AC-powered XDM1041 suits a fixed bench, while the battery-powered XDM1241 supports measurements away from a mains outlet.
Measurement Capabilities
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DC voltage: 50 mV to 1,000 V ranges, with accuracy reaching ±(0.05% of reading + 5 counts) on selected ranges.
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True RMS AC voltage: 500 mV to 750 V with a specified frequency range of 20 Hz to 1 kHz.
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DC and True RMS AC current: Measurement ranges extending to 10 A.
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Resistance: Ranges extending to 50 MΩ.
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Frequency: Measurement range from 10 Hz to 60 MHz.
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Capacitance: Ranges from 50 nF to 50 mF.
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Temperature: Supports K-type thermocouple and PT100 measurements.
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Additional functions: Diode test, continuity, minimum, maximum, average and relative measurement.
Data Logging and PC Control
The multimeter can store up to 1,000 readings internally, with configurable logging intervals from 15 ms to 9,999.999 seconds. Recorded results can then be transferred to a computer for review and processing. SCPI support also enables remote configuration and measurement acquisition in automated test applications.
Interface availability depends on the selected version. The XDM1041 family includes USB and RS232 configurations, so the required communication interface should be confirmed before ordering.
Applications
- Electronics development and circuit verification
- Equipment maintenance and fault diagnosis
- Power supply and battery measurements
- Component resistance and capacitance testing
- Temperature monitoring with K-type or PT100 sensors
- Electronics education and classroom laboratories
- DIY electronics and home workshop measurements
- Automated data collection and functional testing
Choose Between the XDM1041 and XDM1241
Choose the XDM1041 for a fixed workstation where continuous AC power is available. Select the XDM1241 when rechargeable battery operation and easier movement between work areas are important. The core measurement specifications are shared, but the power arrangement and communication-interface configuration should be checked before purchase.
Why Choose the XDM1000 Series?
The XDM1000 Series provides the display clarity, logging functions and remote-control capabilities of a bench instrument in a compact format. It is suitable as a first laboratory multimeter, while its 55,000-count resolution, True RMS measurements and SCPI support also make it useful for repair, development and repeatable test work.
