This cheap latching continuity tester can provide both visual and audio indicators as it detects intermittent open and shorts. On every service bench for testing cables, switches, plugs, relays, ...

USB-C cables get no respect. Most people shop for the lowest-priced cable and call it a day under the assumption that they are all the same. They’re not though, and here’s how I weed out the good ...

Having good contacts is important – not only in your daily life, but also in electronics. In contrast to social contacts, the reliability of electrical contacts can be checked quickly and easily.