Emma Siddall 5 best Fluke Multimeter that can measure capacitance down to 0.01 nF If you’re troubleshooting small capacitors on circuit boards, you need a meter that can measure capacitance down to 0.01 nF — and not every Fluke multimeter can do that. I’ve spent weeks testing the models that claim this spec to see which ones … Read more
3 best Fluke Multimeter that fits in your pocket for quick voltage checks I’ve been in enough tight spots where I just needed to check voltage fast without hauling out a full-size meter. That’s exactly why I started testing pocket-friendly multimeters, and Fluke makes some of the smallest options that still feel solid. The Fluke … Read more
3 best Fluke Multimeter that doesn’t have annoying button beeps you can’t turn off I get it. You’re on a job, trying to focus, and every time you press a button your multimeter lets out a loud beep you can’t shut off. It’s distracting, and in a quiet building or a sensitive environment, it’s downright … Read more
3 best Fluke Multimeter for audio repair that measures frequency up to 100 kHz If you’re repairing audio gear like vintage amps, synthesizers, or studio equipment, you need a multimeter that can accurately measure frequency well beyond the audible range. The best Fluke multimeter for audio repair that measures frequency up to 100 kHz needs … Read more
5 best Fluke Multimeter for industrial troubleshooting with a low pass filter for VFDs If you troubleshoot variable frequency drives on the job, you already know the pain of a meter that reads garbage voltage when a VFD is running. That noise throws off your measurements and wastes time. The solution is a multimeter with … Read more
7 best Fluke Multimeter for radio field service that is rugged and accurate If you work on radios in the field, you already know the problem: one drop in the mud or a splash of rain and your meter is toast. You need a multimeter that can survive a 13-foot fall and still give you … Read more
Fluke 289 vs Fluke 289/IMSK: Best Industrial Multimeter Service Kit for Techs? I’ve spent serious time with both the Fluke 289 True-RMS Stand Alone Logging Multimeter and the Fluke 289/IMSK Industrial Multimeter Service Combo Kit. The core meter is identical, but the IMSK bundle throws in a 400A AC current clamp that changes how you … Read more
Fluke 289 vs Fluke 179: Best Logging Multimeter for Data Capture? I’ve spent serious time with both the Fluke 179 and the Fluke 289, and when it comes to logging capabilities, these two meters are in completely different leagues. The Fluke 179 gives you basic Min/Max-Average recording, but the Fluke 289 is a dedicated standalone … Read more
5 best Fluke Multimeter that actually measures microamps for electronics work If you do any serious electronics work, you know the pain of a multimeter that can’t reliably read microamps. You’re chasing a 2 µA leakage current on a PCB or setting bias on a low-power circuit, and your meter just gives you zero or … Read more
Fluke 179 vs Fluke 177: Best Multimeter for Industrial Electronics? If you’re an industrial electronics tech trying to decide between the Fluke 179 and the Fluke 177, you’re really choosing between two very similar True-RMS meters. The Fluke 179 packs a built-in thermometer that reads up to 400°C, while the Fluke 177 skips temperature but … Read more