Instrument Choice proudly stocks over 150 brands of scientific instruments and laboratory equipment. Our mission is to provide customers with the widest selection of scientific instruments, all in one place, so you can measure anything and measure everything.
To help you find the best products to suit your application, Instrument Choice Scientists regularly spotlight new products so you can better know what they offer. This edition introduces products from Hioki, an industry-leading electrical test and measuring instrument manufacturer.
About Hioki
Hioki focuses on producing cost-effective, precision electrical and environmental measurement instruments that facilitate safe and effective energy usage. Their meters and scientific instruments have many applications in numerous industries for electrical work, equipment maintenance, and the testing of electronic components.
Introducing Hioki Instruments
Our scientists have profiled some indicative Hioki products below. Alternatively, you can browse all Hioki instruments here.

The LR5011 accurately logs temperature using a single channel in intervals as fast as 1-second and can retain 60000 data memory points.
Features we love:
- Light-weight, pocket-sized and easy to mount
- Retention of measurement data even after the battery dies
- Worry-free data capture - even if a new measurement cycle triggers accidentally, the data backup function preserves all recorded data
- Straightforward, worry-free data transfer - easily transfer information to a computer even during data recording; and
- You can record without missing fluctuations using the STAT mode.
Other Hioki Loggers at Instrument Choice:
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The DT4252 is a digital multimeter created specifically for general purpose testing. This unit offers comprehensive measurement capabilities in a compact design.
Features we love:
- Its basic accuracy (±0.3% DC V) and broad frequency characteristics (40 Hz to 1 kHz AC V)
- The ability to measure up to 10A with direct input
- A dual display that shows both voltage and frequency simultaneously; and
- The assortment of inbuilt functions that includes a filter function, display value hold, auto hold, MAX/MIN/average value display, relative value display, auto-power save, and USB communication (optional).
Other Hioki Multimeters at Instrument Choice:
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The LR8410 is an innovative wireless logging system capable of capturing up to 105 channels of data wirelessly using Bluetooth wireless technology. You can pair the LR8410 with 1 or 2-channel wireless loggers, including Hioki’s LR8520, LR8512, LR8514 or LR8515.
Features we love:
- Effortless data logging using Bluetooth wireless technology
- Logging modules that are small enough for installation in hard-to-reach locations
- The ability to easily add up to 7 input units using wireless transmission and keep your environment free of tangled wires
- The capacity to receive data from LR8410 Link compatible products (Ver. 1.40 or later)
- Built-in buffer memories in all compatible devices save measured data even during communication disruptions.
- 100 msec simultaneous sampling across all channels (uses a rapid scanning method); and
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Functions like saving waveform data in real-time to the SD memory card or USB memory stick, numerical value calculations, waveform calculations, and 4 channel alarm output (not isolated, common ground).
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The CM4373-50 clamp meter is a 2000A True RMS clamp meter with sturdy jaws and a dustproof/waterproof enclosure for reliability in challenging situations.
Features we love:
- Simultaneously measures inrush current in RMS and crest values
- Automatic AC/DC functionality
- CAT IV 600 V, CAT III 1000 V rated (when using P2000: CAT III 2000 V, CAT IV 1000 V - sold separately)
- Measure DC voltages of up to 2000 V (using an optional P2000 DC high voltage probe) for open voltage inspections of solar panels
- Measurements easily transferrable to a smartphone or tablet using the GENNECT Cross app or to an Excel file (Wireless Adapter Z3210 required); and
- Useful inbuilt functions like DC power, continuity check, diode check, automatic AC/DC detection, pass/fail judgement function of DC A and DC V, Max/Min/Average/PEAK MAX/ PEAK MIN value display, low-pass filter function, display value hold, auto hold, and zero-adjustment.
Other Hioki Clamp Meters at Instrument Choice:
- CM4371-50 AC/DC Clamp Meter; and
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CM4375-50 AC/DC Clamp Meter
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The IR4056 is a 5-range, 50V to 1000V digital insulation resistance tester with functions and features for improving operator productivity when conducting field insulation testing.
Features we love:
- 5 Range testing voltage of 50 V/100 MΩ to 1000 V/4000 milliohms
- Stable & medium-speed digital readings
- Comparator function facilitates efficient PASS/ FAIL decisions
- Drop-proof onto concrete from 1m; and
- A white LED illuminates the scale, ensuring that insulation resistance values are easy to read, even when using the instrument in a dim location; and
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Handy built-in functions include a live circuit indicator, automatic electric discharge, DC/AC detection, and automatic power saving.
Other Hioki Insulation testers
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The Final Word
Instrument Choice proudly welcomes Hioki to our range of professional testers and equipment. After conducting extensive research and testing, we can thoroughly recommend these devices for electronic testing and environmental monitoring applications.
Need more information on Hioki products? Speak with an Instrument Choice Scientist: Call 1300 737 871 or email customer-service@instrumentchoice.com.au.