Reliable local supply for counters and tachometers
When a production line, lab rig or student project needs precise RPM or event counting, downtime and unclear lead times cost real money. Communica keeps a practical range of digital counters, panel meters and handheld tachometers in South Africa to reduce wait times, simplify procurement and get your system back online fast. We stock electromechanical and electronic options suitable for education, prototyping and light industrial use, with branch pickup from Samrand, Pretoria CBD and Cape Town for urgent orders.
Why buy locally from Communica
- Immediate access to a curated range of counters and tachometers for projects and maintenance
- Branch collection and same-day pickup options to minimise downtime
- Account quotes, VAT invoices and paperwork for tertiary institutions and procurement teams
For an overview of our company and how we operate, see our About Us page. If you need to check opening hours or arrange collection, use our Branches & Trading Hours information.
Specification callouts to watch for
Not all counters and tachometers are interchangeable. Key specs to match to your application:
| Spec | Why it matters | Typical ranges |
|---|---|---|
| Input type | Determines what sensors or encoders you can connect | Contact, NPN/PNP, TTL, AC pickup |
| Counting speed / RPM | Ensure device measures your process accurately | 0-9999 RPM; some handhelds to 20,000 RPM |
| Display & digits | Visibility and resolution for operators | 4-6 digits, LED/LCD |
| Power & mounting | Panel cutout vs handheld; 12V-24V or battery | DIN panel mount, handheld battery |
You can browse related product categories in our Collections or search across our full catalogue on All Products. These pages help you compare physical form-factors and accessory compatibility.
Compatibility and accessory bundles
Common additions you may need: proximity sensors or optical pickups for non-contact speed sensing, mounting bezels and DIN rail adaptors, shielded cable for noisy environments, and logic-level converters for TTL/CMOS inputs. For education and prototyping, we recommend pairing a basic counter with a low-cost optical encoder and a terminal block kit so students can experiment safely.
