The appropriate voltage setting and time range can vary greatly depending on the context, such as the type of device or equipment you’re using, the specific application, and safety standards. Here are some general guidelines:
Digital Multimeter: The accuracy of a digital multimeter is important. For example, if a digital multimeter is only used to check if a receptacle is energized, a digital multimeter with a ±3% measurement accuracy is appropriate. A reading of 100.0 V on a digital multimeter with an accuracy of ±2% can range from 98.0 V to 102.0 V.
Voltage Ranges: The National Electrical Code (NEC) recommends that voltage drop in branch circuits (sub-panel to utilization equipment) be less than 3%. It also recommends that the feeder (between the main panel and subpanel) voltage drop be less than 3%, with the combined voltage drop of the branch plus feeder being less than 5%.
Please note that these are general guidelines and may not apply to your specific situation.