Multimeters

Fluke 87V vs Fluke 179 vs Fluke 177: Best Multimeter for Industrial Troubleshooting? If you’re shopping for a serious industrial multimeter, you’ve probably landed on the Fluke 87V, the Fluke 179, or the Fluke 177. The 87V is the heavy hitter with a low-pass filter for variable frequency drives, while the 179 adds a built-in … Read more

Fluke 87V vs Fluke 87V MAX vs Fluke 289: Best Multimeter for Rugged Field Use? I’ve spent a lot of time with all three of these heavy hitters — the classic Fluke 87V, the ultra-tough Fluke 87V MAX, and the data-logging Fluke 289. If you’re working in rough conditions and need a meter that won’t … Read more

Fluke 87V MAX vs Fluke 3000 FC: Best Rugged Multimeter for Tough Jobs I’ve been testing the Fluke 87V MAX and the Fluke 3000 FC side-by-side, and honestly, they serve two very different masters. The 87V MAX is built like a tank with an IP67 rating and can survive a 13-foot drop, while the 3000 … Read more

5 best Fluke Multimeter for industrial maintenance If you’re an industrial maintenance tech, you know the frustration of a meter that can’t handle dirty power or a nasty drop. I’ve been there, and finding the best Fluke multimeter for industrial maintenance means sorting through specs like true-RMS, IP ratings, and logging capabilities. I spent weeks … Read more

Fluke 1587 FC vs Fluke 1587 I400 FC vs Fluke 87V: Best Insulation Tester for You? If you’re shopping for a Fluke that can handle insulation testing, you’re likely staring at three very different options: the Fluke 1587 FC, the Fluke 1587 I400 FC (which comes with a clamp), and the classic Fluke 87V. The … Read more

Fluke 15B+ Digital Multimeter Review I was wrestling with a flickering light in my workshop and needed a reliable way to check voltage. That’s when I grabbed the Fluke 15B+ Digital Multimeter, for Electrical Applications, Measures AC/DC Voltage and Current Measurements up to 1000V—it handles up to 1000V AC/DC and 10A current, so I felt … Read more

3 best Fluke Multimeter for long battery life I’ve been there — halfway through a job, and your multimeter dies. If you need a Fluke multimeter for long battery life that actually lasts through the workday (and then some), you want something that won’t quit. The Fluke 87V MAX boasts up to 800 hours of … Read more

Fluke 17B+ vs Fluke 15B+: Best Digital Multimeter for Beginners I’m comparing the Fluke 17B+ and the Fluke 15B+, two digital multimeters that are incredibly popular with beginners and hobbyists. Both measure AC/DC voltage up to 1000V and current up to 10A, but the 17B+ adds a few extra tricks that might be worth the … Read more

Fluke 3000 FC vs Fluke 87V: Best Wireless Multimeter for Remote Monitoring? I’m often asked whether to buy the Fluke 3000 FC Wireless Digital Multimeter or the legendary Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter. The 3000 FC connects to the Fluke Connect app for remote monitoring, while the 87V is a workhorse that measures up to … Read more

Fluke T5-600 vs Fluke T5-1000: Best Electrical Tester for Commercial Work? When you’re on a commercial job site, the last thing you want is a tester that can’t handle the voltage or craps out after a drop. I’ve spent time with both the Fluke T5-600 and the Fluke T5-1000, and while they share the same … Read more