My DIY DVM Bench Stand

I was cleaning off the work bench in preparation of a new project.  I always wanted to be able to prop up my DVM to a more comfortable viewing angle while seated. When using a temporary prop the DVM would slide off as I'm turning the function/range switch or adjusting the cables.

My design goals:

1. Cheap method to tilt the DVM to about 45 degrees
2. Must be stable enough to turn the selection switch without coming off stand
3. Simple to build with my tools
4. Materials at hand or readily available
5. Cheap (can never be too Cheap)

Final Product:

Digital Multimeter Stand

 

All Butt joint construction

Materials:

• 1"x2" (0.75"x1.50") Strapping / Furring strip 9.5" long
• 4 Wood fasteners (I used 1.5" drywall screws)
• Wood Glue

My Tools:

• Saw (I used a jig saw, a hand saw would work, a powered miter saw would be quickest)
• Square with ruler marks
• Pencil
• Drill/Driver
• A Twist drill for pilot holes
• Phillips Bit
• Coarse/Medium Sandpaper

Directions:

1. Measure and cut TWO (2) 3" pieces from the 9.5" wood strip. You should have about 3.25" remaining from wood strip. (exact measurements not critical)
2. Take the 3" pieces butt together to form the bottom and the front tail rest (see second picture) Locate and drill pilot holes (if screwing) Apply glue to the end grain of bottom piece and fasten. Wipe off excess glue.
3. The other end of the bottom piece is butted to the long back headrest, drill, glue, fasten and wipe as before. (see second picture) 
4. Sand wood edges with sandpaper to prevent splinters. Sand a bevel in the top front of the headrest (optional) to fit the lean of the DVM. 
5. Apply finish (optional) and enjoy!