Question about Test Equipment Rental prices - Glenn Kawesch

[Glenn Kawesch]

Hey guys/gals! Glenn Kawesch here and I am new to this group. I am in
need of a 2-channel, 60Mhz, Oscilloscope ( digital ). I found one
online that I can rent for $150/day. This seems high. Anyone else
have experience with this and/or could recommend a cheaper source?

The same company rents a Singe Mode OTDR for $500 per day!

Ouch!

Glenn Kawesch

 

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Hey guys/gals! Glenn Kawesch here and I am new to this group. I am in
need of a 2-channel, 60Mhz, Oscilloscope ( digital ). I found one
online that I can rent for $150/day. This seems high. Anyone else
have experience with this and/or could recommend a cheaper source?

The same company rents a Singe Mode OTDR for $500 per day!

Ouch!

Glenn Kawesch

You didn't specify the types of use, your scope will meet or be needed for.
If you're not nailed down to a "digital", "60 MHz" (max or minimum), or 2
channel (max or min.), check around - you can find a scope for a reasonable
price. Hell, on E-Bay, some decent scopes go for about $150 to say $300.
Obviously, you're not into "new" or a "rented" scope would not be in your
sights - albeit it most "rented" are gone over (or claimed to be) for the
next renter.

Hell, for $150 a day, take that into how long you may need the scope, it may
pay you to buy one straight out.
Look up "Used Equipment" on Yahoo or Google. I can't recall the name of the
company right now, but there is one who sells "Used" equipment which has
been reworked and calibrated. I believe the name starts with a "T". Problem
is, their prices aren't exactly "cheap". Most of their stuff, if memory
serves me correct - is "Lab grade" - high end - high tech stuff.

Shop around........ There "are" reputable sellers out there who do sell
"used" equipment. I'm sure you can find a scope to fit your needs without
much trouble.