measuring motor draw rate

[gizmo]

I don't know if that made sence but I'm wondering how I could measure the draw rate of a motor because I've got some drill motor s at home and I don't know their draw rate

[typhoon_driver]

If you want to accurately know the current draw your easiest bet would be to use a shunt and a multimeter

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Meter-Ammeter-50A ... 3a631fac0b

The theory is explained here

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shunt_%28electrical%29

[woody]

http://www.vantec.com/dcelltest.htm