Help finding appropriate equipment

In summary, if you need to measure very short periods of electricity flow, a digital oscilloscope or high-speed data acquisition system may be your best options. It's also worth looking into specialized timers or counters for more precise measurements.
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Subrahmanyan
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I would like to measure time period of very short periods of electricity flow in the range of micro seconds or even smaller;can someone tell me me a device that can help me do this?
 
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A digital oscilloscope is a good place to start. Will you be measuring currents or voltages or both? You might even be able to use an inexpensive USB digital oscilloscope, depending on what you are trying to measure.

I'll find the old thread where we discussed inexpensive digital oscilloscope options...

EDIT / ADD -- Here are a couple of threads that may help you learn more background...

https://www.physicsforums.com/threads/any-recommendations-for-a-good-cheap-usb-oscilloscope.936167/

https://www.physicsforums.com/threads/help-me-chose-my-first-oscilloscope.953212/
 
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There are several devices that can help you measure very short periods of electricity flow. One option is a digital oscilloscope, which can capture and display electrical waveforms in real time. Another option is a high-speed data acquisition system, which can record and analyze electrical signals with extremely high accuracy and speed. You may also want to consider using a specialized timer or counter specifically designed for measuring microsecond or nanosecond intervals. It's always a good idea to do some research and read reviews to find the best device for your specific needs and budget.
 
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