Fluke 179 Digital Multimeter w/6000 Count Digital Display
Fluke 179 True RMS Digital Multimeter with built-in thermometer
- Wide 1000 V measurement range
- True-rms for precise measurement of non linear signals
- Capacitance, resistance, continuity and frequency
- Built-in thermometer (179)
- Large, easy-to-read display
- Backlight for work in dim areas (177, 179)
- Min/Max to record signal fluctuations
- Free your hands with the optional TPAK magnetic hanger
Fluke 179 True RMS Digital Multimeter
The Fluke 179 True-RMS AC/DC Digital Multimeter, 1000V, with Analog Bargraph, Backlight and Temperature Measurement has the features needed to repair most electrical and electronic problems. This meter is simple and easy to use, and has significant improvements over Fluke’s original 70 Series, including True-RMS, more measurement functions, conformance to the latest safety standards, and a much larger, backlit display.
Versatile meter for maintenance, field service and bench repair.The Fluke 179 True-rms digital multimeter has the features needed to find most electrical and HVAC problems. Simple to use with significant improvements like True-rms, frequency, capacitance, temperature and min-max record.
The Fluke 179 has more measurement functions, conformance to the latest safety standards, and a much larger display with backlight that’s easier to view.
Electrical safety
All inputs are protected to measurement CAT III 1000 V and CAT IV 600V. This meter can withstand transient impulses in excess of 8000 V to help protect you from arc blasts resulting from surges and spikes.
Why you need a True-RMS Multimeter
- Electronic loads with switching power supplies or inverters distort the ac voltage and current sine wave
- Non true-rms meters can measure up to 40 % low
- True-rms meters make the most accurate measurements when the sine wave is distorted
Product Features:
- True RMS measurements
- Manual and automatic ranging
- Display Hold and Auto Hold
- Frequency, capacitance, resistance, continuity and diode test
- Min/Max/Average records signal fluctuations
- Closed case calibration through front panel
- Ergonomic case with integrated protective holster
How the 179 Multimeter stacks up against other 170 series multimeters:
| Feature | 73 | 77 | 175 | 177 | 179 | 179/TPK |
| Max voltage | 600 | 1000 | 1000 | 1000 | 1000 | 1000 |
| True-RMS | no | no | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Temperature | no | no | no | no | yes | yes |
| Basic dc accuracy | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.15% | 0.09% | 0.09% | 0.09% |
| Backlight | no | no | no | yes | yes | yes |
| Min/Max/Avg | no | no | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| ToolPak meter hanging kit with magnet | – | – | 0pt | 0pt | 0pt | Included |
Specifications
Fluke 179 Specifications
| Voltage DC | |
| Accuracy | ±(0.09% + 2) |
| Maximum Resolution | 0.1 mV |
| Maximum | 1000 V |
| Voltage AC | |
| Accuracy | ±(1.0% + 3) |
| Maximum Resolution | 0.1 mV |
| Maximum | 1000 V |
| Current DC | |
| Accuracy | ±(1.0% + 3) |
| Maximum Resolution | 0.01 mA |
| Maximum | 10 A |
| Current AC | |
| Accuracy | ±(1.5% + 3) |
| Maximum Resolution | 0.01 mA |
| Maximum | 10 A |
| Resistance | |
| Accuracy | ±(0.9% + 1) |
| Maximum Resolution | 0.1 Ω |
| Maximum | 50 MΩ |
| Capacitance | |
| Accuracy | ±(1.2% + 2) |
| Maximum Resolution | 1 nF |
| Maximum | 10,000 µF |
| Frequency | |
| Accuracy | ±(0.1% + 1) |
| Maximum Resolution | 0.01 Hz |
| Maximum | 100 kHz |
| Temperature | |
| Accuracy | ±(1.0% + 10) |
| Maximum Resolution | 0.1°F (0.1°C) |
| Range | -40 to 752°F (-40 to 400°C) |
| Environmental Specifications | |
| Operating Temperature | 14 to 122°F (-10 to 50°C) |
| Storage Temperature | -22 to 140°F (-30 to 60°C) |
| Humidity (without condensation) | 0 to 90% (32 to 95°F) (0 to 35°C) 0 to 70% (95 to 122°F) (35 to 50°C) |
| Safety Specifications | |
| Overvoltage Category | EN 61010-1 to 1000 V CAT III EN 61010-1 to 600 V CAT IV |
| Agency Approvals | UL, CSA, TÜV listed and VDE Pending |
| Mechanical and General Specifications | |
| Battery Life | Alkaline approximately 200 hours typical, without backlight |
| Size | 1.7 x 3.5 x 7.3″ (43 x 90 x 185 mm) |
| Weight | 0.9 lb (420 g) |
