Get back to work today with local measuring instruments
No waiting weeks for imports: Communica keeps a broad range of measuring instruments in stock across our Samrand head office and branches so South African students, makers and technicians can resume projects immediately. We focus on practical availability - handheld DMMs, clamp meters, entry and mid-level oscilloscopes, bench power supplies, signal generators and thermal cameras from makers and industry brands you know.
Why local stock matters for your project timeline
When a lab session or production run depends on accurate readings, lead time is a real cost. Choosing in-stock instruments means same-day branch pickup or next-day delivery, VAT-compliant invoices for procurement, and direct access to spares and probes. Check stock and collection options on our Branches & Trading Hours page.
Inventory highlights and brand breadth
We stock thousands of SKUs spanning trusted component and test brands. Popular choices for South African workshops include handheld DMMs compatible with general electronics troubleshooting, entry bench oscilloscopes for embedded debugging, and compact bench supplies for student labs. Browse categories and compare families on our Collections page to find the best fit.
Quick spec callouts to prevent costly mismatches
Before you buy, verify these three practical specs: measurement range (DC/AC volts and amps), input impedance for voltage measurements, and bandwidth for oscilloscopes. For bench supplies, check maximum output current, tracking modes and remote sensing if you use long leads. If procurement needs quotes or VAT invoices, we support account requests and documentation for tertiary institutions and companies; see our company overview for more context on service and history at About Us.
Specification comparison (table)
Use this quick table when deciding between handheld and bench options.
| Instrument | Best for | Key spec to check |
|---|---|---|
| Handheld DMM | Field checks, repairs | True RMS, input impedance, autoranging |
| Bench DMM | Calibration, lab logging | Resolution, stability, communication ports |
| Oscilloscope | Debugging signals | Bandwidth, sample rate, channel count |
| Bench Power Supply | Prototyping, power testing | Voltage range, max current, tracking modes |
