Fluke 179 True RMS Digital Multimeter

  • 0.09% Accuracy
  • TRMS AC/DC Volts/Amps
  • Temperature
  • Min/Max/Average
  • Cat IV 600V / Cat III 1000V


Part Number:
FE 179/EFSP
In Stock?
Yes! Available up to 10 units

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Price:
$257.95 USD (change)

 

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.

Check the features and specifications using the tabs above.

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.

For even greater value, the Fluke 179 is also available in the following kits:

Fluke 179/EDA2 Electronics Multimeter and Deluxe Accessory Combo Kit or
Fluke 179/1AC-II Electrician's Multimeter and Voltage Tester Combo Kit or
Fluke 179/61 Industrial Multimeter and Infrared Thermometer Combo Kit or
Fluke 179/TPAK Digital Multimeter & ToolPak Combo Kit or
Fluke 179/IMSK Digital Multimeter & Clamp Meter Combo Kit

Also available with no temperature as Fluke 177 or as Fluke 175

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  • Analog Bargraph
  • Auto (Touch) Hold
  • Auto Power Off
  • Auto Ranging
  • Backlight
  • Capacitance
  • Continuity
  • Counts 6000
  • Counts 6000 Counts
  • Current AC AC Amps: 10
  • Current DC DC Amps: 10
  • Dangerous Voltage Indicator
  • Diode Test
  • Display Hold
  • Frequency 100
  • Integrated Holster
  • Low Battery Indicator
  • Low Input Impedance
  • Manual Ranging
  • Min/Max Min/Max/Avg
  • Min/Max/Avg
  • Resistance 50
  • Smoothing
  • Temperature
  • True RMS
  • Voltage AC AC Volts: 1000
  • Voltage DC DC Volts: 1000
Battery Life200 hours typical
Battery Type9V
Capacitance Accuracy1.20%
CAT III Rating1000V
CAT IV Rating600V
Current AC Accuracy1.50%
Current DC Accuracy1.00%
Dimensions43 x 90 x 185 mm
Resistance Accuracy0.90%
Temperature Accuracy1.00%
Voltage AC Accuracy1.00%
Voltage DC Accuracy0.09%
WarrantyLifetime
Weight420 g

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Popularity: 66.60%
Customer Ratings: 5.0 of 5 (1 reviews)
Recommended: YES: 1  |  NO: 0
Very High Quality Product
tommytsunami RECOMMENDS THIS PRODUCT
December 24, 2009

The Good:
Great Design High Quality Build Very Functional

The Bad:
Diode function can't measure voltages above approx. 2 volts

The Bottom Line:
This multimeter is awesome. The autorange feature makes the dial much less cluttered then some other multimeters. The back light and thermometer are really handy features. This multimeter does exactly what you would expect, provide you with accurate readings for all the listed measurement.
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Fluke FOM - Fiber Optic Meter $434.49
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Fluke TPAK (ToolPak) Meter Hanging Kit $33.15
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Fluke PV350 Pressure Vacuum Module $363.30
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Fluke TL71 Premum DMM Test Lead Set $21.65
Fluke AC285 SureGrip Large Alligator Clip $18.05
Fluke TL224 SureGrip Silicone Insulated Test Leads $22.85
Fluke TL223 Suregrip Electrical Test Lead Set $59.10
Fluke TL75 Hard Point Test Lead Set $18.05
Fluke TLK289 - Industrial Master Test Lead Set $119.55
Fluke TLK291 fused test probe set $59.10
Fluke L210 Probe Light Kit $30.40
Fluke TL76 All-in-one Test Lead Set $25.30
Fluke TLK225 SureGrip Master Accessory Kit $117.00
Fluke AC120 Alligator Clips $26.00
Fluke TL80A Basic Electronic Test Lead Set $56.60
Fluke TL221 Suregrip Silicone Test Lead Extension Kit $22.85
Fluke TLK-220 US SureGrip Industrial Test Lead $117.00
Fluke TP220 SureGrip Industrial Test Probes $14.45
Fluke AC72 Alligator Voltage Clip Set $13.25
Fluke AC283 SureGrip Pincer Clips $30.10
Fluke TL220 Suregrip Industrial Test Lead Set $59.10
Fluke TL225 SureGrip Stray Voltage Adapter Test Lead Kit $86.10
Fluke 80K-6 KV High Voltage Probe $97.49
Fluke AC220 SureGrip Alligator Clips $30.10
Fluke TL28A Automotive Test Lead Set $38.55
Fluke TLK287 Electronics Master Test Lead Set $119.55
Fluke TL27 Heavy Duty Test Lead Set $26.45
Fluke L215 SureGrip Kit with Probe Light and Probe Extender $72.55
Fluke TP4 Slim Reach Test Probe Set $14.45
Fluke 80K-15 High Voltage Probe $188.99
Fluke AC89 Heavy Duty Insulation Piercing Test Clip $32.45
Fluke TL238 Test Lead Set for High Energy Environment $58.45
Fluke TP1 Slim Reach Test Probe Set $14.45
Fluke 80K-40 High Voltage Probe $170.49
Fluke TP74 Lantern Tip Test Probe Set $14.45
Fluke 85RF High Frequency Probe $194.99
Fluke TP2 Slim Reach Test Probe Set $14.45
Fluke AC87 Heavy Duty Bus Bar Clip Set $33.70
Fluke AC280 SureGrip Hook Clips $26.45
Fluke TP 38 Slim Reach Test Probe Set $14.45
Fluke TL26A 60 in. Telecom 5-Way Test Lead Set $44.80

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