Faulty Peak DCA55 Component Tester - I was shocked! | Can I Fix It?

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  • Опубликовано: 10 ноя 2024

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  • @alex13902
    @alex13902 Месяц назад +213

    I wanted to add a backlight to my PEAK ethernet tester a year or two back, emailed them and got the same superb service from Jeremy with some hints and tips. What an absolutely fantastic company, truly a credit to the UK manufacturing scene.
    Just wanted to say this to dispell anyone who thinks this good service is only reserved for RUclipsrs or those with a public platform.

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад +17

      Thanks for that Alex, I had been thinking the same at first, but then I found tons of reviews with similar experiences which is why I included some of those on the video. Yes great company and Jeremy is a top bloke!

    • @danhorton6182
      @danhorton6182 Месяц назад +4

      I have 5 of their meters, I’d like to add backlights to them as well, how did that go?

    • @alex13902
      @alex13902 Месяц назад

      @@danhorton6182 really well actually. I can only speak for the ethernet tester, but shoot them an email explaining what you want to do and they may give you some tips.

  • @Fifury161
    @Fifury161 Месяц назад +116

    This one put a smile on my face - it's so rare to find that level of customer service these days. I always knew Peak products where good, but the excellent customer service makes them so much better! Thanks for sharing.

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад +5

      Thanks 👍and thank you too for such a kind comment!

  • @michaelpelley2815
    @michaelpelley2815 Месяц назад +76

    Another shout out to PEAK. Customer service as it should be. Best advertising ever is after purchase support. NICE!

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад +1

      Nice one 👍Yes it's a shame more companies don't follow their example.

  • @GeorgeChristofi
    @GeorgeChristofi Месяц назад +44

    I have dealt with Jeremy myself and have met him on a couple of occasions. A really nice guy who stands by his products. I have several items of Peak test gear and yes, you can do similar with a 20 quid chinese tester but one thing you cannot do with a chinese tester is get a calibration certificate that is valid for the uk defence industry! Jeremy offered to update the software in my ESR meter as it struggled to measure the lower value capacitors found in vintage equipment (100nF and below) for free, just send him the meter. Fantastic company and great service.

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад +3

      Nice, thank you for sharing your experience and interesting to know about the calibration certificate. Agree fantastic company!

  • @edgarcornette6387
    @edgarcornette6387 Месяц назад +49

    I am have been looking for some component testers.. after seeing this .. I am going to buy them from this company .. and tell everyone I know to do the same.. I LOVE THIS .. first time in a long time a company made me smile .. just AWESOME !!!

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад +4

      Yes great company, and a lot of my viewers highly recommend their products!

    • @wurgervomlichtenmoor5073
      @wurgervomlichtenmoor5073 Месяц назад

      I have the DCA75Pro and ESR70 Gold and they work fine for me

  • @rickoneill4343
    @rickoneill4343 Месяц назад +63

    For those also into electronics and don't already know. These meters are top of the line. They retail around $200 each and are worth every dollar. They can identify spec and components most other meters have issues with. Can't recommend them enough.

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад +3

      Thanks for sharing 👍

  • @krahwinkel9503
    @krahwinkel9503 Месяц назад +56

    I would love to be shocked like you, but usually I only get disappointed. Exceptional customer service. A shoutout for PEAK.

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад +2

      Yes, companies like this seem few and far between these days. Most companies aren't very helpful at all like FLIR and FIMER as you saw from the emails.

  • @thetwistedsock3253
    @thetwistedsock3253 Месяц назад +40

    Nice repair and huge credit to Jeremy and Peak 😊

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад +4

      Thanks, and yes agree 👍

  • @MarkDurbin
    @MarkDurbin Месяц назад +53

    Brilliant response from the manufacturer!

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад +3

      Yes totally agree! 👍👍

  • @dons8365
    @dons8365 Месяц назад +38

    Wow ,there are still decent people in the world today. Very refreshing. Will definitely buy from them the next time I need test equipment that they make. I as well give my time in the automotive industry to help older and disabled people that have very little money. My way of giving back. Keep up the good work !!!

  • @devttyUSB0
    @devttyUSB0 Месяц назад +23

    Makes me so happy to see such customer service from a company. Just awesome.

  • @MightyGimp
    @MightyGimp Месяц назад +6

    I also want to say that I have had contact with Jeremy because of a firmware issue with a Peak tester that I have. Extremely helpful, very friendly, and resolved the problem at no cost to me. Excellent service. To discover that it’s a family business and everything is manufactured in the UK just makes it more impressive.

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад

      Yes indeed. I'm glad you had a similar experience to what I did. Great guy and great company!

  • @bernardperaldi7488
    @bernardperaldi7488 Месяц назад +15

    I wanted to repair an autopilot for a sailboat. The microprocessor needed to be replaced. I called a company but they only sold them in quantities of several thousand. And the person I was talking to offered to send me one for free. I received it with a little thank you note.
    I was very pleased and in the end the sailboat was able to find its autopilot again and we could see that everything was working properly.

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад

      Nice, unfortunately this seems the exception rather than the rule these days. I think companies like the one you encountered and this one are hard to come by.

  • @Jesselovespinball
    @Jesselovespinball Месяц назад +25

    Always nice to hear when companies are willing to help us. I know I will be purchasing a ESR meter from peak just based solely on your experience. Always great to see . Thanks Mick !

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад +1

      Thanks 👍Yes, I wish more companies were like this, instead of the response like I got from FLIR etc.

  • @KG5RK
    @KG5RK Месяц назад +9

    What a pleasure to discover a company that is so loyal and ethical. BRAVO !

  • @16blockheads
    @16blockheads Месяц назад +14

    I own 5 items of their test equipment bought over the years,
    Well designed, great pieces of kit!
    Good customer service gets you a good name, and people are more inclined to buy your equipment. Other companies could learn a lot by following their example!
    Well done, Mick and Jeremy!

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад +3

      Cheers, yes a very stark contrast to the likes of FLIR!

  • @ZeroStatic
    @ZeroStatic Месяц назад +3

    So rare these days to see such wonderful customer support. Full points to Peak and their team for making great products and delivering quality customer service.

  • @SlartiMarvinbartfast
    @SlartiMarvinbartfast Месяц назад +14

    Major kudos to Peak Electronic Design Ltd, what a fantastic company, I'll certainly use them if I need to buy any relevant test equipment. Great products, service and support are so hard to find these days. Likewise huge thanks to Mick for highlighting this and of course the repair.
    Let's hope that they're never swallowed up by some greedy corporation (as seems to happen to so many amazing small companies in all walks of life).
    I also appreciate Jeremy highlighting in his email what many electronics repairers already know regarding failed electrolytics being pushed to their limit; so many electronics devices fail because of this (and other cheap capacitors) after a relatively short period of time, leading to wasted money and more junk in the local landfill (and most of those devices are from China).
    I would hope that governments would step in to stop this and not allow such devices to enter the market but many politicians are in the back pockets of assorted large corporations, etc.

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад

      Yes fantastic company, and thank you also for your kind words 👍

  • @perkulant4629
    @perkulant4629 Месяц назад +14

    Jeremy sounds like an amazing bloke. I guess I’ll have to get a peak to replace my cheap Chinese device to support a British brand (had no idea it was all done in the UK, very nice).

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад +2

      Yes, he's a really nice guy! and very helpful!

    • @orion310591RS
      @orion310591RS Месяц назад

      @@BuyitFixit Are you able to get LCR-TC1, from AE, and compare to Peak device, one single diode, capacitor, resistor, to test on LCR-TC1 and on Peak device, and also on multimeter? I would like to know difference between LCR-TC1 and Peak, if peak is better I would consider buying it.

  • @alexxustube
    @alexxustube 28 дней назад +2

    So nice to see people sharing the same passion, being kind and helping each other. It's so rare these days. Big thanks to Peak also for supporting Mick's channel by giving away a new component tester! 👍👏♥️

  • @Rx7TyreBurna
    @Rx7TyreBurna Месяц назад +10

    Wow, great company! I'm going to be keeping them in mind when buying.
    We need more companies like that.

  • @MikeyMack303
    @MikeyMack303 Месяц назад +9

    I am very shocked and amazed that you got such GREAT customer service response from the manufacturer! And you were able to replace the part ,already programmed!

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад +2

      Me too! Yes, seems a great company, and a really nice bloke!

  • @chrissavage5966
    @chrissavage5966 Месяц назад +11

    What an excellent bit of customer service, particularly given you aren't the original customer. Next time I need some test kit, I'll be looking at Peak products.

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад

      Yes, and in total contrast to the likes if big companies like FLIR!

  • @Ratzfaz
    @Ratzfaz Месяц назад +7

    I own a ESR70 and a DCA 55 a few years. The ESR 70 is in very high use, and i never will miss this great tool.

  • @Martyn-ey9lw
    @Martyn-ey9lw Месяц назад +4

    Always look forward to my Saturday fix, and this one didn't disappoint, as usual. What a breath of fresh air to find a company that looks after it's customers, and UK based. I am going to order the ATPK3 tomorrow also considering the UTOP05. We need to support UK company's who produce quality products and provide the customer service that is so lacking these days, bravo PEAK and Jeremy.
    Keep up the good work Mick, the one channel I look forward to every week.

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад

      Cheers mate 👍Yes this seems a brilliant company, and a lot of other viewers have commented and told of similar experiences!

  • @MrMan-f9c
    @MrMan-f9c Месяц назад +5

    Its refreshing to see such companies still exist and care for their customers and potential customers who WILL buy from them knowing they wont be fobbed off once they've e handed over their money .Theres still some that care and try their best to help even some that try long after any warranty has gone .Cscope a british metal detector company gave me a new shell for a 40 year old machine but contrasting that an American company couldnt supply a switch cap from a 14 month old machine.

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад +2

      Yes I was shocked by the response as you heard. I've heard of C-Scope too! It's such a shame more companies aren't as helpful.

  • @BobCumberbatch
    @BobCumberbatch Месяц назад +5

    Yes, I like the Peak test gear. Recently used the ESR70 to diagnose a faulty electrolytic capacitor in a faulty incubator oven used by St George's University in London and brought into our Orpington Repair Cafe. Great to see the customer service at Peak is excellent 👌 Great fix though, well done.

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад +1

      Thank you very much, and great job on fixing the incubator Bob!

  • @PetetheSweety
    @PetetheSweety Месяц назад +4

    Top video as always!
    That was a 180 I haven't expected. I've thought it might be game over.
    I've known the component testers from Peak electronic design for about 28 years and that they are a small'ish company based in the UK, but to be honest I wouldn't have thought they would be that accommodating. The reaction from the company was excellent.

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад

      Thanks 👍Yes lovely bloke and company!

  • @Kraaketaer
    @Kraaketaer Месяц назад +1

    Love to see it when a business operates like this. I guess it comes a bit with the territory when you're selling electronics test equipment, that does make it more natural to trust that your customers can actually diagnose and fix a fault on their own, but still, the attitude and level of service here is top notch and exactly how I wish every company operated. The test meters look great too - expensive from what the other comments here say, but clearly worth it as they're obviously vastly better than those cheap mass produced ones. Keeping both design and production local is also great to see!

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад

      Yes, although the FLIR multimeter I also repaired got a completely different response if you haven't seen that one.

  • @mrlox9576
    @mrlox9576 Месяц назад +1

    Hey Mick,
    I wanted to ask you, are you able to do a video explaining what ripple current is/does, when replacing a capacitor do you need to match this value, can you replace it with a higher ripple current value, the rules around replacing a capacitor with one thats not the same specs etc. And what is esr about and does it matter when replacing capacitors.
    I know it's a big ask, but you have a way of explaining things that just makes sense to me and many others I'm sure and it would really help clear things up. Thank you, and keep up the great work. 👍

  • @nicholasviney5975
    @nicholasviney5975 Месяц назад +5

    Wow you could say that was Peak customer service, well done Jeremy

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад +2

      😂😂😂Your jokes are as good as mine 👍

  • @techguy666
    @techguy666 Месяц назад +5

    Amazing company, that ESR Gold meter would be very handy for detecting faulty caps (high ESR) that don't show on a multimeter. Kudos to Jeremy.

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад

      Agree to all of that 👍

  • @karlfell3768
    @karlfell3768 Месяц назад +3

    I have 4 different test devices from Peak. So far all have been fantastic and extremely accurate. The 55 and the ESR gold are in use daily. Even without your exceptional customer experience, i would recommend them to anyone. Karl

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад +1

      Thanks for sharing Karl 👍Yes, exceptional customer service!

  • @NorbertWigbels
    @NorbertWigbels Месяц назад +7

    ...I now want to own something from Peak Electronic Design. Big Kudos!

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад +2

      Cheers 👍Yes they seem a great company.

  • @richard7crowley
    @richard7crowley Месяц назад +1

    This video is better than any advert that PEAK could have put out there. I was skeptical of those little testers, but this video convinced me to get one ASAP. Thank You! :-)

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад +1

      Nice one 👍Good company and decent fellow. We need more companies like this.

  • @ammocraft
    @ammocraft 15 дней назад +1

    I am so glad I chose to buy their LCR meter and component tester rather than some cheap Chinese version off eBay, long before this video came out. Exactly the type of company I like to support. 👍👍👍

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  15 дней назад

      Indeed 👍Great company 🙂

  • @ianshepherd917
    @ianshepherd917 Месяц назад +3

    Hi Jeremy and Peak are well known for their exemplary service. I have four of thier units and regularly send for calibration - always very swift and efficient. One of the very best of UK small comanies - long may you prosper!

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад

      Thanks for sharing your experience Ian 👍

  • @smichels5117
    @smichels5117 Месяц назад +3

    I have the DCA55 at work and bought the DCA75 for my bench (at home)… they are a great company. So many clever engineers and technologists in the UK! Cheers! And, thank you! Great video! (I repair True Blue Power equipment for Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics, in Wichita, KS… USA)

  • @dietspam23
    @dietspam23 2 дня назад +1

    Outstanding service from Peak. I will keep an eye out for their products in the future when i need things.

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  День назад

      Yes great company and service 👍

  • @DistinctlyAverageRepairs
    @DistinctlyAverageRepairs Месяц назад +5

    Nice fix and superb response from Peak. I’m off to browse their website for goodies! 😂

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад +1

      Thanks 👍 Yes seems a great company and good products!

  • @eolhcytoos
    @eolhcytoos Месяц назад +1

    Well done! I to, would like to congratulate Peak on their excellent service. I have 5 of their analysers and a SOT23 adapter.

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад

      Thanks, and Thanks for supporting peak 👍

  • @SeliJue
    @SeliJue Месяц назад +1

    I have an DCA55, ESR60 and an LCR40 from PEAK, and i find the units very good designed and useful. All three units working fine, however I am very glad the see which good service they offer. Thanks for the good skilled video :) Regards to UK

  • @ohmbug10
    @ohmbug10 Месяц назад +3

    Awesome repair and Jeremy and Peak get an "atta boy". So happy to hear of a company with great business ethics. I see some of their equipment in my near future.

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад +2

      Thanks 👍Yes he's a great bloke!

  • @leonardgucciardo8386
    @leonardgucciardo8386 Месяц назад +2

    I have a Peak ESR 70 and use it everyday. It is the most accurate ESR tester I have ever used. Amazing Mom and Pop company.

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад

      Thanks for sharing 👍Yes indeed a gem of a company!

  • @gordonmilner9473
    @gordonmilner9473 Месяц назад

    I’ve been using the Peak ESR meter for about 5 years. Wonderful piece of kit. It just works! I’ve never had a problem with it, so never had reason to try Peak’s customer service, but I’m blown away by the response you received. What an amazing company! Next time I need to replace test kit, they will be top of the list.

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад

      Nice one. Thanks for sharing 👍

  • @dunravin
    @dunravin Месяц назад +2

    I have a Peak ethernet tester with a bunch of ID terminal plugs with patch cables, it's a great little device which was handy when I was doing store refits, it saved a bunch of legwork punching in patch panels.

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад

      Nice 👍Sounds a great little tool too!

  • @Codeeze
    @Codeeze Месяц назад +4

    Nicely done Mick.
    I've used PEAK testers for years, helping with my radio repairs. I've had nothing but stellar service from them. Every question answered, and then some. I've never had a problem with them.
    I bought three tester stands, a while back - but Jeremy sent five with his compliments.
    I use the DCA 55, the LCR40, and the ESR70. Superb testers, designed and manufactured by a Great British company, and run by an all round good-egg. Bravo!

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад +1

      Cheers 👍and thanks for sharing your experience too!

  • @phillipbartlett1819
    @phillipbartlett1819 Месяц назад +1

    I have the same esr tester and love it. I'm in the US so shipping is expensive but it's so worth it. I'm going to get more of their gear as my budget allows so I'm glad you all had such a good response.

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад

      Nice 👍I'm glad I had such a response too!

  • @fredwooding599
    @fredwooding599 Месяц назад +2

    Nice to have a company who cares about us and not just money. Nice job my friend.

  • @smbrob
    @smbrob Месяц назад +2

    They even send you a component to test your component tester.
    Great service and great fix. 👍🏼😃

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад

      Thanks 👍Yes fantastic service and great company!

  • @TheElectronicDilettante
    @TheElectronicDilettante Месяц назад +2

    I’ve been hesitant about purchasing Peak component testers, mainly due to the price. However, after seeing how well Peak handled your repair and their exceptional customer service, I’m convinced it’s worth the investment. Plus, the ability to connect the tester to a PC for curve tracing functionality (I believe this model does, but it’s worth double-checking) is a great bonus. I’ll be buying my first Peak tester as soon as I can. Thanks for the video-entertaining and insightful as always!

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад

      Thank you 👍 They aren't the cheapest but a lot of viewers have recommended them to me so they are supposed to be really good stuff!

  • @terrym1065
    @terrym1065 Месяц назад +4

    Peak Electronics is a reputable company with stellar customer service, it shows in the response you received. Very few companies now a days show this kind of concern for their customers, shout out to Peak! Troubleshooting had me confused (thermal camera) but diagnosing the main chip was right on, well done. Thanks for another video and great fix as always, enjoy the new tester. See ya next time.

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад +2

      Cheers Terry👍The 4051 was faulty too as it was heating up and causing the battery drain.

    • @terrym1065
      @terrym1065 Месяц назад +1

      @@BuyitFixit So the thermal camera did show a fault, I should have respected that👍 Thanks.

  • @arcadeuk
    @arcadeuk Месяц назад +1

    I've used Peak products for years. I haven't had anything break yet, so have no experience dealing with the company, but it is good to see that the aftersales service is excellent.

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад

      Nice, and yes aftersales is superb!

  • @laverdanick
    @laverdanick Месяц назад +1

    I have a couple of Peak testers and they work very well. Never had a fault with them but great to see the customer service you received.

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад

      @@laverdanick Nice 👍and thank you 🙂

  • @teejmiller
    @teejmiller Месяц назад +1

    Wow, that's amazing customer service! I've been eyeing up their purple ESR meter for work, they've sure earned it in this video! Thank you.

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад

      Nice, yes seems a great company and nice kit!

  • @wino99999
    @wino99999 Месяц назад +4

    All of a sudden you can't buy any Peak testers for love nor money! (Think i'm joking - well I hope they can keep up with the increased demand).
    What a great advert for this British Company, I would love to have one, but I neither do enough repair work or have enough money to afford one - I'm mostly retired.
    This is a pleasure to see and I hope Jeremy and his company does very well out of this involvement in the video, as they undoubtedly should do!

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад

      😂😂Peak shortage 😂 Yes, great company and a lovely bloke!

  • @pasha12343
    @pasha12343 Месяц назад +1

    I have a couple of peak test units which I have found very useful , great to hear Peak has great customer service 👍😎

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад

      Nice 👍and yes brilliant customer service 🙂

  • @dogastus
    @dogastus Месяц назад +2

    I've used a Peak LCR tester for many years. Great product at a very resonable price.

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад

      I might see if I can get one of those in the future!

  • @myfastcars
    @myfastcars Месяц назад +2

    Well done and a SHOUT OUT to Peak for exceptional customer service.

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад

      Thanks 👍and I'm sure Peak will appreciate that!

  • @christophermarshall5765
    @christophermarshall5765 Месяц назад +1

    Nice fix. Great the maker was kind enough to send you the parts. Big bonus is the other tool you got.

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад +1

      Thanks and yes, seems a great little company 👍

  • @JamesE707
    @JamesE707 Месяц назад

    That result has put me right on to them, confidence in a company is everything. Thanks for this video upload!

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад

      Thanks for commenting, yes companies like this seem few and far between these days.

  • @joeman5490
    @joeman5490 Месяц назад +1

    I've never seen a company go above and beyond like this one has for any customer. it shows that there are people out there that actually care about the consumer! I am flabbergasted. Darn right speechless! This is the type of customer care that gets the business and deserves the business! 😊

  • @garyhart6421
    @garyhart6421 Месяц назад +4

    Exceptional Customer Service = Very Rare these days. 👍

  • @waynetaylor2784
    @waynetaylor2784 Месяц назад +1

    In Australia have many Peak products and no failures, reached support few times quick response and to the point.

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад

      Thanks for sharing Wayne 👍

  • @bigjtq9176
    @bigjtq9176 Месяц назад +2

    I used to be a reseller for the company many years ago and there service is excellent. I can highly recommend their zener tester (ZEN50) since it can measure both high voltage LEDs as well as zeners up to 50 volt. Also, the big brother of DCA55 is the DCA75 which has a USB port and if you download the SW, you can use it as a semiconductor trazer. Very useful

  • @simonbaxter8001
    @simonbaxter8001 Месяц назад +1

    PEAK make great products (I have quite a collection in my toolbox!) and it doesn't surprise me that a company like theirs is so great at customer support. Nice one Jeremy, it's no wonder you and PEAK are the success you are today.

  • @andreim841
    @andreim841 Месяц назад +1

    First time I saw an ESR 70 was 8 years ago on John Ward's channel. Always wanted one, but now that you exposed them for the awesome people they are I'm so getting one even if I have to pay extra shipping and duty tax :)

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад

      Nice one 👍It's a pity I'm not on commission 😂😂😂😂

  • @glenwoofit
    @glenwoofit Месяц назад +1

    Well Done Peak. It's so great to see a company that supports it's customers and products. I've been looking at their stuff and after watching this I think I'll buy one.

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад

      Nice one 👍yes fantastic company.

  • @Indiskret1
    @Indiskret1 Месяц назад +4

    Jeremy Siddons, if you read this, my hat's off to you! I live in Sweden, but if I need anything you manufacture I will certainly try to buy your product and I will mention your company to everyone I know. You certainly saved the day for our repair hero on this channel and showed how great companies worth supporting are doing their business. Thanks again!
    Edit: Electrokit in Sweden carry your products, bingo!

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад +1

      Thanks and hopefully he reads your comment 👍

    • @PeakAtlas
      @PeakAtlas Месяц назад +10

      Thank you for your comment, it made me smile on a wet Sunday afternoon here in Buxton, UK! Don't hesitate to contact us if we can assist with any queries. You can be assured that we will always support customers long after the standard 2 year warranty expires too.
      Cheers,
      Jeremy

  • @fuzzs8970
    @fuzzs8970 Месяц назад +2

    Great to hear that a company goes the extra mile to help. I got a blown component on a launch tester but just afraid to ask them what it could be😂

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад

      Yes great service, seems the exception rather than the norm these days.

  • @3dsmaxrocks699
    @3dsmaxrocks699 Месяц назад +4

    Just made my Saturday so much better...THANKS!

  • @philiptombs9990
    @philiptombs9990 Месяц назад +1

    Great fix! I'm truly amazed at such a fix, yet alone perfect tech support from Peak. Well done Peak! For my 25 years service with my company, ( about 20 years ago now! ) I asked for the Atlas LCR & DCA set in a box. I do occasional fixes and these are extremely useful and easy to use devices. When the set was presented to me, no one seemed to know what they were, but I was happy. These devices are still in use with the original batteries. Calibration was due 15 years ago!

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад

      Thank you 👍And thanks for sharing that brilliant story!

  • @dondywondy
    @dondywondy Месяц назад +1

    Thanks for letting us know about the great company, who actually cares about people! I'll definitely look at acquiring one of these devices, and check out their other devices. And thanks for another great repair video!

  • @ianbates1312
    @ianbates1312 Месяц назад +1

    I look forward to your videos, how you diagnose problems and your techniques to fix the issues. I really liked the way you soldered the chip in place 👍👍

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад

      Cheers 👍Yes flux is the key!

  • @steverhenius6734
    @steverhenius6734 Месяц назад +1

    Had the same experience when I returned my DCA55 for repair. Couldn’t recommend them more highly and wish them every success .

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад

      Nice 👍 Hopefully they continue to prosper, other companies should take a leaf out of their book!

  • @amtpdb1
    @amtpdb1 Месяц назад +1

    Fantastic customer service for sure. I wish all companies were that considerate of customers. I am just beginning but I will keep them in mind when I need one of these. Thanks for the video.

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад

      Thanks, and yes fantastic customer service!

  • @James_Bowie
    @James_Bowie Месяц назад +1

    So good to learn about PAEK service and support. Their gear is expensive but, when you factor in that support, it's money well spent.

  • @MicroChipz
    @MicroChipz Месяц назад +1

    I had exactly the same experience with Thurlby Thandar TTI when i wanted parts for my frequency counter, so refreshing to have a decent company who helps you, i have the same tester and the LCR meter. Excellent company.

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад

      Nice 👍Sounds like another great company. I think I've got something of theirs too.. Just checked yes my bench PSU (EX4210R) and a TG215 signal generator that someone gave me.

  • @MrMaxeemum
    @MrMaxeemum Месяц назад +1

    I have an early transistor only tester, it was expensive but it's British and works well, only had to change the battery. Never had to deal with customer service , but this gives me great confidence if I do need to.

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад

      Cool, well at least you know the customer service is exceptional!

  • @philpowell6915
    @philpowell6915 Месяц назад +2

    Fabulous...!! Nice to hear of some good quality customer service fir a change. Well done Mick, and we'll done Peak....!! ❤

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад +1

      Cheers Philip 👍Yes refreshing change!

  • @MrMuckyPaws
    @MrMuckyPaws Месяц назад +1

    I can vouch for their customer service too. I use both a DCA55 and ESR70 Gold at my repair cafe too. Superb pieces of equipment.

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад +2

      Nice one 👍Thanks for sharing 🙂

  • @magicmushroom69
    @magicmushroom69 Месяц назад +1

    I've had the ESR70 and DCA55 for years now and they've been very useful, the only slight annoyance is the special 12V batteries, but I see they have been re-engineered now to take normal AAA batteries, and the range expanded to many more useful meters. Highly recommended UK company.

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад

      Nice 👍Yes I noticed there is a v4 DCA55 which seems to take AAA, there was a small diagram I got with what IC's to check on the initial email. It also had a rough layout of the V4 which seems to have more protection diodes and a boost converter to step up the voltage from the AAA instead of a regulator to regulate it from the 12V battery.

  • @meetv7700
    @meetv7700 Месяц назад +1

    The manufacturer with a golden heart. Props to Jeremy. 🎉

  • @theuglidog01
    @theuglidog01 9 дней назад +1

    Can't see Sony providing this level of customer service well done peak and mick

  • @rickoneill4343
    @rickoneill4343 Месяц назад +5

    That unit is a beast. I own their tweezers and love them!

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад

      Hmm I didn't know they did tweezers. I'll go have a look 👍

  • @styzr
    @styzr Месяц назад +1

    I got the Peak DCA 75 as it's got a curve tracer, which I needed to fix old electronics. Awesome device and superior customer service. Love the company, they are truly awesome. I'd also love to have their ESR meter someday.

  • @Matt_moran78
    @Matt_moran78 Месяц назад +1

    Its nice to know that Peak offer proper support for their testers. I own their ESR an component testers and I think they are excellent pieces of test equipment after using them in various repair projects

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад

      Thanks for that Matt, great to know 👍

  • @frankcarpenetti5776
    @frankcarpenetti5776 Месяц назад +1

    Now we also have the same ESR tester!! Great unit, bought it years ago. Actually really good at checking electrolytics IN curcuit, I have found.
    I find too many techs are focused on capacitance readings on electrolytics, my primary is the ESR.

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад

      Thanks for sharing. I'm sure I'll put it to good use in future videos!

  • @Stefan_Van_pellicom
    @Stefan_Van_pellicom Месяц назад +1

    I have an ESR tester like this, and it works great ! 👍 Nice of them to help you out with some of their kit!

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад +1

      Nice 👍Yes they are supposed to be really good, other viewers have recommended them.

  • @chrisdado
    @chrisdado Месяц назад +1

    You'll love the ESR70, I have one and also got the needle probes for in-circuit testing. I've since got the DCA75 and LCR45. They are great little meters if a little on the expensive side, but they do the job reliably with no fuss. Good to know their customer service is solid. They have warnings in the literature about discharging caps before testing, pays to read them sometimes 😆

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад

      @@chrisdado Thanks for that 👍

  • @overboss3152
    @overboss3152 Месяц назад +1

    bonjour mike! je suis egalement surpris de la reactivité de cette entreprise ( c'est le coté serieux des Anglais !) je suis content qu'ils ait pu te depanner aussi vite et meme t'envoyer un autre produit !! franchement chapeau de la part de PEAK !

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад

      Oui, super entreprise, et merci pour vos aimables commentaires !

  • @ThriftyToolShed
    @ThriftyToolShed Месяц назад +1

    That's awesome! I have had several Peak testers over the years and have shown some on my channel in the past including the DCA-55 and the ESR-70 The ESR-70 is one of my favorites. It tests ESR so well and its so easy to use. I had no idea they were a small company and had such awesome customer service. That's so rare these days and such a positive thing. Excellent repair, and thanks for sharing!

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад +1

      Thank you 👍Yes awesome customer service!

  • @cwispy4180
    @cwispy4180 Месяц назад +1

    Well done to both you and Peak. We have been using the Peak ESR60/70, LCR40 and DCA75 for probably 10 years now. They are fantastic tools and the ESR tester has been invaluable on the bench.

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад +1

      Thanks 👍and thank you for sharing your experience with them 🙂

  • @panaitepaul6798
    @panaitepaul6798 Месяц назад +1

    Thank you! Nice mode of soldering chips! The perfect way!

  • @biffedya
    @biffedya Месяц назад +1

    this is how companies become successful excellent customer service for their products gets them positive word of mouth that will spread to consumers and reward them with success in their company .everybody wins

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад

      Totally agree. I had been thinking was it just me? but then I found a lot of reviews etc saying the pretty much the same and all said they were a fantastic company.

    • @biffedya
      @biffedya Месяц назад +1

      @@BuyitFixit being decent does have it's rewards ....good for them

  • @wyrdlg
    @wyrdlg Месяц назад +1

    I was surprised too! Got it muddled up with peaktech first! Wonderful to see such companies!

  • @lmwlmw4468
    @lmwlmw4468 Месяц назад +2

    Damn, I still have one of those ...... working...!!! Nice to see that there are still great companies out there. Great work.

  • @TheDefpom
    @TheDefpom Месяц назад +1

    Just started watching. You’ve got the same sign as me there, the wife got it for me. Peak are very good, Jeremy is very helpful, they offer a repair service for the equipment too, I’ve done some reviews for them.

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад

      Nice 👍I think my daughter got me the sign 😂😂Yes Jeremy seems a great guy!

  • @ianhuxstep211
    @ianhuxstep211 Месяц назад +1

    Another great video, I have nearly all of the Peak products and there service is exceptional. I once had an issue with the esr70 sent it to them for repair and they returned it with the latest version at no extra cost, all there repairs are fixed price regardless of fault, fast turnaround too.

    • @BuyitFixit
      @BuyitFixit  Месяц назад

      Thanks 👍Yes I forgot to mention that even if it's your fault they'll still repair it, not like some companies where they say it's not covered under warranty because you damaged it.

  • @followthetrawler
    @followthetrawler Месяц назад +1

    Well done Peak.
    Also, great drag soldering technique...