The 8508A Reference Multimeter has excellent performance specifications. But the consistency and accuracy can be degraded by the use of unsuitable connecting cables and associated procedures when
making measurements.
For the most demanding and sensitive measurement applications, the 8508A-LEAD cable set includes high quality cables with Teflon insulation, low leakage current, and low dielectric absorption,
connected via 6 mm flat gold-plated copper connectors. The insulation properties make the cables ideal for resistance and current measurements by minimizing leakage currents and charge storage. Their
low electrical capacitance makes them ideal for AC applications, and the 6 mm long gold-plated copper flat conductors ensure low thermal electromagnetic fields for DC current and resistance
measurements.
The 8508A/LEAD cable set also includes the 8508 universal cable set. (This universal cable set is included as standard with the 8508A). These cables can be used to conveniently and quickly make
connections for less demanding applications and troubleshooting. This set includes test cables with various test probes and alligator clips.