FNIRSI DSO152 vs FNIRSI DSO-510: Best Portable Oscilloscope for Portability I’ve been testing two of FNIRSI’s most popular handheld scopes — the pocket-sized DSO152 and the feature-packed DSO-510 — to figure out which one actually deserves a spot in your tool bag. The DSO152 is a super-compact 200KHz bandwidth unit with a 2.5MS/s sampling rate, … Read more
Fluke 1587 FC 2-in-1 Insulation Multimeter Review I was tired of carrying two separate tools for insulation testing and general multimeter work on job sites. So I tested the Fluke – FLUKE-1587 FC FLUKE 1587 FC 2-in-1 Insulation Multimeter — it handles up to 1000V and weighs just 300g, so it’s easy to toss in … Read more
Fluke 87V MAX vs Fluke 289 vs Fluke 287: Best Multimeter for Extreme Conditions? Choosing between a rugged workhorse and a data-logging powerhouse isn’t easy. I’ve spent time with the Fluke 87V MAX, Fluke 289, and Fluke 287 to figure out which one actually survives your worst day on the job. The 87V MAX is … Read more
Fluke 87V Industrial Multimeter Review I was chasing a ghost voltage on a variable frequency drive last week, and my old meter just couldn’t handle it. That’s when I grabbed the Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter, for Advanced Troubleshooting, Measures 1000 V AC/DC, Peak Min/Max, Low Pass Fil and finally got clear readings thanks to … Read more
FNIRSI 2C53T vs FNIRSI DST-201: Best Oscilloscope Multimeter for Hobbyists I’ve been testing two of FNIRSI’s most popular handheld 3-in-1 tools — the FNIRSI 2C53T with its 50MHz bandwidth and 250MS/s sampling rate, and the FNIRSI DST-201 with a 1MHz bandwidth and 5MSa/s sampling rate. Both pack an oscilloscope, multimeter, and DDS signal generator into … Read more
Fluke 789 ProcessMeter Multimeter Review I’ve been in plenty of situations where I needed to both measure and generate a 4-20 mA signal, but carrying two separate tools was a pain. That’s exactly why I tested the Fluke 789 ProcessMeter, which packs a full multimeter and a loop calibrator into one rugged unit. It runs … Read more
Fluke T5-1000 Electrical Tester Review I remember fumbling with alligator clips and exposed wires on a cramped job site, wishing for something simpler. That’s exactly why I grabbed the Fluke T5-1000 Voltage, Continuity and Current Tester, OpenJaw Design For Current Measurements Without Metallic Contact — it measures AC and DC volts automatically up to 1000 … Read more
Fluke 301D/ESP 600A AC/DC Clamp Meter Review I was sick of trying to jam bulky clamp meters into crowded breaker panels. That’s why I tested the Fluke-301D/ESP, 600A AC/DC Clamp Meter with Slim Body and Thin Jaw Arm — its 10mm thin jaw is a lifesaver for tight spots. This meter is built for electricians … Read more
Fluke 376FC 1000A AC/DC Clamp Meter Review I’ve been in enough cramped electrical panels to know a standard clamp meter can be a pain. The Fluke 376FC 1000A AC/DC True RMS Clamp Meter with 36 inch iFlex solves that with a flexible probe that wraps around tight wires, handling up to 2500A AC. This meter … Read more
Fluke 771 Milliamp Process Clamp Meter Review I’ve been in plenty of situations where I needed to measure a 4-20 mA signal on a live PLC system but couldn’t shut anything down. That’s exactly why I tested the Fluke 771 Milliamp Process Clamp Meter — it measures those signals without breaking the loop, with a … Read more