HP 33S Scientific Calculator (F2216A)

This Electronics CE item from Hewlett Packard was reviewed on 12-Mar-2009.

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Related topics: RPN and algebraic key-in logic. Easy-to-read 2-line LCD. Sturdy rubber/plastic construction. 32 KB memory, 27 memory storage and recall functions. Automatic power off. Scientific. Calculators. Office Electronics. Categories. Electronics. Office Electronics. Refurbished & Used. Special Features. Electronics. All Hewlett-Packard.

1) Electronics CE HP 33S Scientific Calculator (F2216A) by Hewlett Packard. All right, I admit it, I rarely use a calculator any more. My computer has MathCAD, spreadsheets, FEA analysis, and even RPN calculator simulation.

Bought this to take the PE test in the fall of 2008. I chose this model because I prefer RPN. Used it frequently for about 9 months prior for both studies and work in order to be familiar with it. Passed the test and have used this only a few times since.

The decimal/comma thing can be annoying, I guess, but I didn´t find it to be a problem. You can set the display to fixed decimal or scientific and you´ll always know where the decimal is.

Keys were ergonomic with enough resistance to avoid accidental key strokes. Display was easy to read. Still using stock batteries after about 800 hours of use. I like the slim build. I loaned this to a friend unfamiliar with RPN and switched it to regular mode. No complaints.

With the lack of features, it seems likely that this model was designed to meet test rules. If you plan to test and like RPN, this will get the job done.¤

2) Electronics CE HP 33S Scientific Calculator (F2216A) by Hewlett Packard. I was dissapointed with three flaws in this calculator. 1. In the equation mode, equations can only be edited by back-spacing over the equation and retyping the equation. Not so with the hp 35s, which is what you would expect. 2. When reading the display, a comma can easily be mistaken for a period. The display in the 35s is much better. 3. The key-board is a departure from the classic HP style and feel. The hp 35s is a classic design. Like the hp 33, the HP 35 is also allowable for use in the PE exam. If it´s a toss-up, get the hp 35.¤

3) Electronics CE HP 33S Scientific Calculator (F2216A) by Hewlett Packard. If you are planning to take the electrical PE exam, be careful in using the HP33S for AC calculations. IT DOES NOT HAVE A MEANS TO EASILY DO PHASOR ARITHMETIC FOR AC CALCULATIONS. With the older 48G and 48GX models you could easily do vector arithmetic by directly putting in phasor quantities in terms of Magnitude and Angle. You could load as many of these onto the stack as typcially needed. With the HP33S, you have to do confusing dot product and cross product manipulations using a program. This is too time consuming and mistake prone for the PE Exam. This is expecially true if you are taking the POWER systems afternoon portion of the exam...¤

4) Electronics CE HP 33S Scientific Calculator (F2216A) by Hewlett Packard. I´ve used my hp 33s relentlessly in school for over 3 years for surveying comps, physics, and geodesy. It´s now on its third set of batteries. I have several other calculators: hp and ti, graphers, and scientifics, but this is the one I always have with me. The STO(re) button, the x^2, square root, power, x root, e^x, and LN functions are all located together and are available without having to press a shift button. That alone makes this calculator much faster to use. The built-in R>P and P>R functions and the two-line display allow you to work with both the x and y components of vectors simultaneously-another time saver. Yes, you enter an angle and then a distance, hit the >y,x button and you get y and x at the same time. You can sum components in the stat registers or on the stack with the CMPLX function. You can use the equation list with the SOLVE button to solve for any variable in an equation without having to isolate it beforehand. Store your own constants in the equation list explicitly or by having an expression to evaluate it automatically. For example, A constant like this can be stored: 1÷298.257222101. You can find an equation of a line between two points with the linear regression function, get the correlation coefficient between two sets of values. Permutations, combinations, integer math, unit conversions are all available directly on the keyboard. Enter fractions by simply double-tapping the decimal point after entering the numerator, and, you can control the maximum value of the denominator with the /c button. A simple program clears all the memory I need cleared between problems without having to do it manually. The same routine loads whatever physical constants I´m using then (physics). The topmost program on the program list will execute with only a press of the R/S button and this can be exploited to quickly and repeatedly execute a program or repeat an action, such as entering a long column of values needing a conversion before loading into the stat registers or easily computing x(t) and y(t) to get a sequence of the coordinates of a parametric function (particle or projectile motion).

The calculator comes with a real user manual containing several example programs that include coordinate transformations, curve fitting, solution of a system of 3 equations. Online, HP also has a library of short instructional aids (each a few pages long) that concentrate on individual problems and applications. There are also many third-party programs available.

Get one long before you need it for a test. It´s much lighter than a grapher and can be used for a majority of calculating needs. Don´t be swayed by those comparing the 33s to older HP scientifics. You can´t buy them off the shelf now, so it´s an illogical comparison. Its only comparison is the hp 35s, which is more powerful and favored by long-time HP users, but the 33s is definitely more accessible and usable out of the box. When you use it in RPN mode, this calculator eliminates a lot of computational drudgery.¤

5) Electronics CE HP 33S Scientific Calculator (F2216A) by Hewlett Packard. It is complicated, so if you plan to use it for FE, buy it early in order to be familier with with it¤

6) Electronics CE HP 33S Scientific Calculator (F2216A) by Hewlett Packard. Professionals and college students have the flexibility no other scientific calculator can offer with the choice of RPN or algebraic entry-system logic. The programmable HP 33s features enhanced capabilities including single and two-variable statistics, base-n functions, a strong mathematics package, unit conversions and a powerful fraction mode. Get professional performance from the ultimate RPN scientific programmable calculator. Switch between RPN and algebraic entry-system logic at any time. The HP 33s continues to deliver with a large 2-line alphanumeric display with adjustable contrast, a robust library of built-in functions and constants. Large 2-line display with adjustable contrast to easily view entries, results, menus and prompts Simplify physics with 40 built-in physical constants, plus a complete library of unit conversions Get accurate results with edit, undo and delete capability Enjoy a compact size and comfortable rubber side grips that are designed for the mobile professional Use strong statistics functions for single and two-variable statistics, linear regression and more Use base-n functions for binary, octal, decimal and hexadecimal number calculation and conversion Power to calculate inverse functions, cube root, logarithms, exponents, factorials and more Take advantage of a powerful fraction mode plus fraction-to-decimal conversion Programmable with keystroke programming 31KB memory with 27 independent storage registers Enhanced fractions mode, statistics and mathematics packages with base-n function Compact size and rubber grips for comfort Enclosure material - Plastic, rubber side grips and brushed metal faceplate Dimensions - Length 6.2 x Width 3.2 x Depth 0.63 (15.8x8.3x1.61cm) Weight - 127 grams (4.5 ounces)¤

7) Electronics CE HP 33S Scientific Calculator (F2216A) by Hewlett Packard. Pocket-sized and full-featured, the HP 33s Scientific Calculator is designed for engineers, surveyors, college students, scientists, and medical professionals. Its two-line display is easy to read, and at only 4.2 ounces, the unit slips easily into your pocket for travel.

Boasting both Reverse Polish Notation (RPN) and intuitive algebraic data entry modes, as well as 32 KB memory with 27 memory storage and recall functions, the 33s is ideal for solving a variety of science and engineering problems.

Functions include trigonometric, percentage, conversion, coordinate, time, angle, probability, factorial, gamma, fractions, and a variety of statistical operations. The calculator can solve equations, integrate, work with complex numbers, and is programmable. The 386-page manual thoroughly reviews the calculator´s many features. When purchased new, the unit is backed by HP´s one-year limited warranty.

What´s in the Box
Calculator, two 3-volt lithium coin batteries (CR2032), instruction manual¤

Page Updated: Robert N. Goolsby, 9-Apr-2009, 082916014555, 851-661-741-281-441-951-091-961-G9B-YEB-G8B-8

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