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Fluke 117 vs Fluke 115 vs Fluke 114: Best Multimeter for Electrician Basics? If you’re an electrician looking for a reliable meter, you’ve probably stared at the Fluke 114, 115, and 117 wondering which one to buy. I’ve spent time with all three, and they each have a different focus — the 114 is built … Read more
Fluke 116 HVAC Multimeter Review I’ve been in plenty of dark crawlspaces troubleshooting HVAC systems, and the Fluke 116 HVAC Multimeter with its large white LED backlight has been a lifesaver. The built-in thermometer covers -40°C to 400°C, which is exactly what I need for checking duct temps. This meter is really built for HVAC … Read more
Fluke 365 vs Fluke 381 vs Fluke 376FC: Best Clamp Meter for Tight Spaces? If you’re working in cramped electrical panels, you know the struggle of trying to squeeze a standard clamp meter into a tight spot. I’ve tested the Fluke 365 with its detachable jaw, the Fluke 381 with its remote display, and the … Read more
Fluke 114 Electrician’s TRMS Multimeter Review I’ve been burned by ghost voltages before — those false readings that make you chase problems that don’t exist. That’s why I grabbed the Fluke 114 Electrician’s Multimeter 4.8 with its low input impedance feature that blocks those phantom signals. It also has a large white LED backlit display, … Read more
FNIRSI DSO-510 vs FNIRSI DST-210: Best Oscilloscope for Electronics Hobbyists? I’ve been testing two of FNIRSI’s most popular handheld scopes side-by-side: the FNIRSI DSO-510 and the FNIRSI DST-210. Both pack a 10MHz bandwidth and 48MS/s sampling rate into a portable package, but they serve slightly different needs for electronics hobbyists. If you’re a DIY electronics … Read more
Fluke 87V vs Fluke 179 vs Fluke 1587 FC: Best Multimeter for Industrial Maintenance? If you’re an industrial maintenance tech trying to decide between the Fluke 87V, the Fluke 179, or the Fluke 1587 FC, you’ve got a real dilemma. I’ve spent time with all three, and each one serves a different purpose — the … Read more
Fluke 87V/IMSK Industrial Multimeter Kit Review I’ve burned through cheap multimeters on job sites for years, so I finally grabbed the Fluke 87V/IMSK Industrial Digital Multimeter with Fluke i400 Current Clamp Kit. This thing measures up to 1000 volts and handles AC current up to 400 amps with the included clamp. This kit is built … Read more
Fluke 87V MAX Multimeter Review I’ve killed more multimeters than I care to admit by dropping them off ladders or getting them wet on rainy jobsites. That’s why I was excited to test the Fluke 87V MAX True-RMS Digital Multimeter, Rugged, Waterproof and Dustproof IP67 Rated, Up to 800 Hour Battery Capacity — it’s rated … Read more
FNIRSI DSO-TC3 vs FNIRSI DSO-510: Best Oscilloscope for Component Testing? If you’re trying to decide between the FNIRSI DSO-TC3 and the FNIRSI DSO-510, you’re looking at two very different takes on a handheld oscilloscope. The DSO-TC3 is a 3-in-1 tool with a 500kHz bandwidth and 10MSa/s sampling rate, while the DSO-510 is a pure oscilloscope … Read more
FNIRSI 2C53P vs FNIRSI DPOS350P: Best Tablet Oscilloscope for Advanced Users? I’ve spent serious bench time with both the FNIRSI 2C53P and the DPOS350P, and let me tell you — these are two very different beasts. The 2C53P packs a 50MHz bandwidth with 250MS/s sampling and a 4.3-inch touch screen, while the DPOS350P cranks things … Read more