Fluke 179 Digital Multimeter True RMS
- RS Stock No.:
- 394-4492
- Distrelec Article No.:
- 176-05-843
- Mfr. Part No.:
- FLUKE 179
- Brand:
- Fluke
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- RS Stock No.:
- 394-4492
- Distrelec Article No.:
- 176-05-843
- Mfr. Part No.:
- FLUKE 179
- Brand:
- Fluke
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Select all | Attribute | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Fluke | |
| Multimeter Type | Digital | |
| Product Type | Multimeter | |
| Resistance Resolution | 100mΩ | |
| Model Number | 179 | |
| Display Type | Digital | |
| Functions Measured | AC Current, AC Voltage, Capacitance, Continuity, DC Current, DC Voltage, Diode Test, Frequency, Resistance, Temperature | |
| Maximum Resistance Measurement | 50mΩ | |
| Maximum DC Voltage Measurement | 1kV dc | |
| True RMS | Yes | |
| AC Current Accuracy | ±1.5 % rdg + 3 Digits | |
| AC Voltage Accuracy | ±1 % rdg + 3 Digits | |
| DC Current Accuracy | ±1 % rdg + 3 Digits | |
| DC Voltage Accuracy | ± 0.09 % + 2 | |
| DC Current Resolution | 0.01mA dc | |
| AC Voltage Resolution | 0.1mV ac | |
| DC Voltage Resolution | 0.1 mV dc | |
| AC Current Resolution | 10μA ac | |
| Maximum Frequency | 1kHz | |
| Resistance Measurement Accuracy | ±1.5 % rdg + 3 Digits | |
| Minimum Operating Temperature | -10°C | |
| Battery Life | 200h | |
| Maximum Operating Temperature | 50°C | |
| Height | 43mm | |
| Weight | 420g | |
| Standards/Approvals | No | |
| Width | 90mm | |
| Length | 185mm | |
| Safety Category Level | CAT III, CAT IV | |
| Battery Type | Alkaline | |
| Safety Category Voltage | 1000V | |
| Select all | ||
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Brand Fluke | ||
Multimeter Type Digital | ||
Product Type Multimeter | ||
Resistance Resolution 100mΩ | ||
Model Number 179 | ||
Display Type Digital | ||
Functions Measured AC Current, AC Voltage, Capacitance, Continuity, DC Current, DC Voltage, Diode Test, Frequency, Resistance, Temperature | ||
Maximum Resistance Measurement 50mΩ | ||
Maximum DC Voltage Measurement 1kV dc | ||
True RMS Yes | ||
AC Current Accuracy ±1.5 % rdg + 3 Digits | ||
AC Voltage Accuracy ±1 % rdg + 3 Digits | ||
DC Current Accuracy ±1 % rdg + 3 Digits | ||
DC Voltage Accuracy ± 0.09 % + 2 | ||
DC Current Resolution 0.01mA dc | ||
AC Voltage Resolution 0.1mV ac | ||
DC Voltage Resolution 0.1 mV dc | ||
AC Current Resolution 10μA ac | ||
Maximum Frequency 1kHz | ||
Resistance Measurement Accuracy ±1.5 % rdg + 3 Digits | ||
Minimum Operating Temperature -10°C | ||
Battery Life 200h | ||
Maximum Operating Temperature 50°C | ||
Height 43mm | ||
Weight 420g | ||
Standards/Approvals No | ||
Width 90mm | ||
Length 185mm | ||
Safety Category Level CAT III, CAT IV | ||
Battery Type Alkaline | ||
Safety Category Voltage 1000V | ||
RoHS Status: Exempt
- COO (Country of Origin):
- US
Fluke Multimeter, True RMS Capability, 200h Battery Life - FLUKE 179
This multimeter is a handheld True RMS instrument designed for precision measurement across electrical maintenance and diagnostic tasks. It provides broad-function capability including voltage, current, resistance, frequency, capacitance and temperature measurement, and is intended for use by professionals in automation, electronics, electrical and mechanical environments where accurate, real-time readings are required.
Features & Benefits
• True RMS measurement delivers accurate waveform readings for real-world signals
• DC voltage accuracy of ±0.09% adds high-accuracy performance for sensitive tests
• Resistance measurements down to 50mΩ enable low-resistance verification and contact checks
• Frequency capability to 1kHz supports motor and signal-tracing diagnostics
• Temperature measurement included for thermal checks without a separate meter
• Long battery life of 200 h reduces downtime between battery changes
• DC voltage accuracy of ±0.09% adds high-accuracy performance for sensitive tests
• Resistance measurements down to 50mΩ enable low-resistance verification and contact checks
• Frequency capability to 1kHz supports motor and signal-tracing diagnostics
• Temperature measurement included for thermal checks without a separate meter
• Long battery life of 200 h reduces downtime between battery changes
**Applications**
• Suitable for commissioning AC/DC motors and drive systems
• Ideal for troubleshooting control panels and PLC power rails
• Used with power supplies to verify precise DC voltages
• Can be used for continuity and low-resistance checks on busbars and terminals
• Used for component-level frequency and capacitance validation in electronics
• Ideal for troubleshooting control panels and PLC power rails
• Used with power supplies to verify precise DC voltages
• Can be used for continuity and low-resistance checks on busbars and terminals
• Used for component-level frequency and capacitance validation in electronics
What range of current can I measure with this tool?
It measures AC and DC currents up to 10 A with stated accuracies for each mode.
How does it handle capacitance and frequency diagnostics?
The instrument measures capacitance up to 10,000 μF and detects frequencies up to 1 kHz suited to common electronic and control applications.
What accuracy should I expect for AC readings?
AC current accuracy is ±1.5% of reading Plus 3 digits and AC voltage uses True RMS processing for real-signal accuracy.
Which power source keeps the instrument running and for how long?
It runs on alkaline batteries and provides approximately 200 h of operational life under typical use.
How Compact and portable is the unit for field work?
The handheld device weighs 420 g and is sized for convenient carrying and single-operator tasks.
Contents
179 Digital Multimeter
80BK Temperature Probe
Installed 9V battery
Test leads
Quick Reference Guide
80BK Temperature Probe
Installed 9V battery
Test leads
Quick Reference Guide
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