Japan vs United States

Sanwa PM33a Hybrid Multimeter

Sanwa PM33a pocket multimeter with integrated clamp and probes

50%cheaper in Japan

Buy in Japan$112*JP¥17,800 tax-free · JP¥19,580 listed

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Buy in United States$224*$208.75 listed price + est. 7.53% tax

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*Checkout estimate. How prices work. Japan assumes an eligible visitor, a tax-free store, and at least JP¥5,000 before tax per store that day. Japan rules ↗. US sales tax uses the 2026 nationwide average combined rate; city, county, and product rules can change the actual rate. US tax source ↗.

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Sanwa PM33a pocket hybrid digital multimeter and clamp meter; JAN 4981754022080; 6600-count display; DC/AC clamp current to 100A; 130 x 75 x 19.9mm; about 160g; IEC CAT III 300V / CAT II 600V

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Important
Electrical measurement can cause shock, burns, fire, or death. Read the manual, stay within the stated CAT and voltage ratings, inspect the meter and leads before use, and use qualified help for energized circuits. Calibration documents are not included in this comparison.Image: Sanwa Meter