Fluke 73, 77, 175, 177, and 179 Digital Multimeter Datasheet
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... 70 Series like true-rms, more information, go to 30 kHz. Ordering information Fluke-175 Digital Multimeter Fluke-177 Digital Multimeter Fluke-179 Digital Multimeter Fluke-73-3 Digital Multimeter Fluke-77-3 Digital Multimeter Fluke-179/61 Combo Kit Fluke-179/1AC Electricians Combo Kit Fluke-179/EDA Combo Kit Fluke-179/TPK Combo Kit For more measurement functions, conformance to the latest safety standards, and...
... 70 Series like true-rms, more information, go to 30 kHz. Ordering information Fluke-175 Digital Multimeter Fluke-177 Digital Multimeter Fluke-179 Digital Multimeter Fluke-73-3 Digital Multimeter Fluke-77-3 Digital Multimeter Fluke-179/61 Combo Kit Fluke-179/1AC Electricians Combo Kit Fluke-179/EDA Combo Kit Fluke-179/TPK Combo Kit For more measurement functions, conformance to the latest safety standards, and...
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All rights reserved. Printed in USA. ® Models 175, 177, 179 True RMS Multimeters Users Manual May 2003 (English) © 2003 Fluke Corporation.
All rights reserved. Printed in USA. ® Models 175, 177, 179 True RMS Multimeters Users Manual May 2003 (English) © 2003 Fluke Corporation.
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Table of Contents Title Page Contacting Fluke ...1 "Warning" and "Caution" Statements 1 Unsafe Voltage...1 Test Lead Alert ...1 Battery Saver ("Sleep Mode 2 Terminals ...2 Rotary Switch Positions...2 Display ...3 MIN MAX AVG Recording Mode 4 Display HOLD and AutoHOLD Modes 4 YELLOW Button ...4 Display Backlight (Model 177 and 179 Only 4 Manual Ranging and Autoranging 5 Power-Up Options ...5 Making Basic Measurements...
Table of Contents Title Page Contacting Fluke ...1 "Warning" and "Caution" Statements 1 Unsafe Voltage...1 Test Lead Alert ...1 Battery Saver ("Sleep Mode 2 Terminals ...2 Rotary Switch Positions...2 Display ...3 MIN MAX AVG Recording Mode 4 Display HOLD and AutoHOLD Modes 4 YELLOW Button ...4 Display Backlight (Model 177 and 179 Only 4 Manual Ranging and Autoranging 5 Power-Up Options ...5 Making Basic Measurements...
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...a measurement with a 6000-count, 3 3/4-digit display and a bar graph. XW Warning Attempting to or from transient impulses. The Fluke Model 175, Model 177, and Model 179 are batterypowered, true-RMS multimeters (hereafter "the Meter") with a test lead in an incorrect terminal might blow a fuse, damage ... +31 402-678-200 in Europe +81-3-3434-0181 in Japan +65-738-5655 in fixed-equipment installations at : register.fluke.com Models 175, 177 & 179 True RMS Multimeters "Warning" and "Caution" Statements A " XWWarning" identifies hazardous conditions and actions that could cause bodily harm or...
...a measurement with a 6000-count, 3 3/4-digit display and a bar graph. XW Warning Attempting to or from transient impulses. The Fluke Model 175, Model 177, and Model 179 are batterypowered, true-RMS multimeters (hereafter "the Meter") with a test lead in an incorrect terminal might blow a fuse, damage ... +31 402-678-200 in Europe +81-3-3434-0181 in Japan +65-738-5655 in fixed-equipment installations at : register.fluke.com Models 175, 177 & 179 True RMS Multimeters "Warning" and "Caution" Statements A " XWWarning" identifies hazardous conditions and actions that could cause bodily harm or...
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... to 10 A (20 A overload for 2 minutes maximum) and frequency measurements. E Farads from 0.1 Ω to 99.99 kHz. Models 175, 177 & 179 Users Manual Battery Saver ("Sleep Mode") The Meter enters the "Sleep mode" and blanks the display if there is always disabled in the MIN MAX...) terminal for 20 minutes. Hz Frequency from 30.0 mV to 10 A (20 A overload for voltage, continuity, resistance, diode, capacitance, frequency, and temperature (Model 179 only) measurements. Hz Frequency from 0.50 A to 1000 V. Hz Frequency of AC A 2 Hz to 99.99 kHz. F AC A from 2 Hz to 30...
... to 10 A (20 A overload for 2 minutes maximum) and frequency measurements. E Farads from 0.1 Ω to 99.99 kHz. Models 175, 177 & 179 Users Manual Battery Saver ("Sleep Mode") The Meter enters the "Sleep mode" and blanks the display if there is always disabled in the MIN MAX...) terminal for 20 minutes. Hz Frequency from 30.0 mV to 10 A (20 A overload for voltage, continuity, resistance, diode, capacitance, frequency, and temperature (Model 179 only) measurements. Hz Frequency from 0.50 A to 1000 V. Hz Frequency of AC A 2 Hz to 99.99 kHz. F AC A from 2 Hz to 30...
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..., the Meter holds the reading on the display. lights. ⇒ Press HOLD again to activate Display HOLD. S Display Backlight (Model 177 and 179 Only) Press to toggle the backlight on a rotary switch setting, e.g., to select alternate measurement functions on and off after 2 minutes. 4 Models ...175, 177 & 179 Users Manual MIN MAX AVG Recording Mode The MIN MAX AVG recording mode captures the minimum and maximum input values, and calculates a running average of the measurement function 177; 40 counts for changes longer than 275 ms in duration...
..., the Meter holds the reading on the display. lights. ⇒ Press HOLD again to activate Display HOLD. S Display Backlight (Model 177 and 179 Only) Press to toggle the backlight on a rotary switch setting, e.g., to select alternate measurement functions on and off after 2 minutes. 4 Models ...175, 177 & 179 Users Manual MIN MAX AVG Recording Mode The MIN MAX AVG recording mode captures the minimum and maximum input values, and calculates a running average of the measurement function 177; 40 counts for changes longer than 275 ms in duration...
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...-down the button indicated while turning the Meter from OFF to Autorange and Auto Range is turned OFF. S Disables automatic 2-minute backlight timeout. (Model 177 and 179 Only) 5 Manual Range is displayed and the Meter resumes normal operation. When you override Autorange and select the range yourself. To enter the Manual Range...
...-down the button indicated while turning the Meter from OFF to Autorange and Auto Range is turned OFF. S Disables automatic 2-minute backlight timeout. (Model 177 and 179 Only) 5 Manual Range is displayed and the Meter resumes normal operation. When you override Autorange and select the range yourself. To enter the Manual Range...
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... MIN MAX RANGE + _ + _ AIK03F.EPS + _ + 6 AIK04F.EPS AIK05F.EPS when removing the test leads, remove the live lead before connecting the live lead; Models 175, 177 & 179 Users Manual Making Basic Measurements The figures on the following pages show how to the Meter, disconnect circuit power and discharge all high-voltage capacitors...
... MIN MAX RANGE + _ + _ AIK03F.EPS + _ + 6 AIK04F.EPS AIK05F.EPS when removing the test leads, remove the live lead before connecting the live lead; Models 175, 177 & 179 Users Manual Making Basic Measurements The figures on the following pages show how to the Meter, disconnect circuit power and discharge all high-voltage capacitors...
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AIK10F.EPS + _ Single Beep Forward Bias Bad Diode HOLD MINMAX RANGE + _ Reverse Bias Bad Diode HOLD MINMAX RANGE CAT + _ Open + _ and Shorted AIK07F.EPS 7 Testing for Continuity HOLD MINMAX RANGE HOLD MINMAX RANGE Testing Diodes Good Diode HOLD MINMAX RANGE Making Basic Measurements Good Diode HOLD MINMAX RANGE Measuring Temperature (Model 179 Only) AIK06F.EPS HOLD MINMAX RANGE RANGE Vent 80BK1 Type K Thermocouple or Pipe Probe XWWarning: Do not connect 80BK1 to live circuits.
AIK10F.EPS + _ Single Beep Forward Bias Bad Diode HOLD MINMAX RANGE + _ Reverse Bias Bad Diode HOLD MINMAX RANGE CAT + _ Open + _ and Shorted AIK07F.EPS 7 Testing for Continuity HOLD MINMAX RANGE HOLD MINMAX RANGE Testing Diodes Good Diode HOLD MINMAX RANGE Making Basic Measurements Good Diode HOLD MINMAX RANGE Measuring Temperature (Model 179 Only) AIK06F.EPS HOLD MINMAX RANGE RANGE Vent 80BK1 Type K Thermocouple or Pipe Probe XWWarning: Do not connect 80BK1 to live circuits.
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... plugged into the current terminals. Turn power OFF, break circuit, insert Meter in -circuit current measure- Non-zero digits that are displayed on . Models 175, 177 & 179 Users Manual XW Measuring AC or DC Current Warning To avoid personal injury or damage to the Meter: • Never attempt to make a measurement. They...
... plugged into the current terminals. Turn power OFF, break circuit, insert Meter in -circuit current measure- Non-zero digits that are displayed on . Models 175, 177 & 179 Users Manual XW Measuring AC or DC Current Warning To avoid personal injury or damage to the Meter: • Never attempt to make a measurement. They...
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Do not use abrasives or solvents. HOLD MINMAX RANGE 440 mA 11 A Test fuses as shown below. Dirt or moisture in the terminals can affect readings. XW Testing the Fuses Warning To avoid electrical shock or injury, remove the test leads and any input signals before replacing the fuse. Models 175, 177 & 179 Users Manual Cleaning Wipe the case with a damp cloth and mild detergent.
Do not use abrasives or solvents. HOLD MINMAX RANGE 440 mA 11 A Test fuses as shown below. Dirt or moisture in the terminals can affect readings. XW Testing the Fuses Warning To avoid electrical shock or injury, remove the test leads and any input signals before replacing the fuse. Models 175, 177 & 179 Users Manual Cleaning Wipe the case with a damp cloth and mild detergent.
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... 37 mV/A. 1.2 % + 2 1.2 % + 2 1.2 % + 2 10 % typical 1.5 % + 3 1.2 % + 2 1.2 % + 2 1.2 % + 2 10 % typical 1.5 % + 3 12 Crest factor of ≤ 3 at full scale up to 3. 4. Models 175, 177 & 179 Users Manual Function Range 1 Resolution Accuracy 177; ( [ % of Reading ] + [ Counts ] ) Model 175 Model 177 Model 179 AC Volts 2,3 600.0 mV 6.000 V 60.00 V 600.0 V 1000 V 0.1 mV 0.001 V 0.01 V 0.1 V 1 V 1.0 % + 3 (45 Hz to 500 Hz) 1.0 % + 3 (45 Hz...
... 37 mV/A. 1.2 % + 2 1.2 % + 2 1.2 % + 2 10 % typical 1.5 % + 3 1.2 % + 2 1.2 % + 2 1.2 % + 2 10 % typical 1.5 % + 3 12 Crest factor of ≤ 3 at full scale up to 3. 4. Models 175, 177 & 179 Users Manual Function Range 1 Resolution Accuracy 177; ( [ % of Reading ] + [ Counts ] ) Model 175 Model 177 Model 179 AC Volts 2,3 600.0 mV 6.000 V 60.00 V 600.0 V 1000 V 0.1 mV 0.001 V 0.01 V 0.1 V 1 V 1.0 % + 3 (45 Hz to 500 Hz) 1.0 % + 3 (45 Hz...
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.... 4. or DC- Amps input burden voltage (typical): 400 mA input 2 mV/A, 10 A input 37 mV/A. 5. Does not include error of Reading ] + [ Counts ] ) Model 175 Model 177 Model 179 DC Amps4 60.00 mA 400.0 mA 6.000 A 10.00 A 0.01 mA 0.1 mA 0.001 A 0.01 A 1.0 % + 3 1.0 % + 3 1.0 % + 3 Hz (AC- Specifications Function Range 1 Resolution Accuracy...
.... 4. or DC- Amps input burden voltage (typical): 400 mA input 2 mV/A, 10 A input 37 mV/A. 5. Does not include error of Reading ] + [ Counts ] ) Model 175 Model 177 Model 179 DC Amps4 60.00 mA 400.0 mA 6.000 A 10.00 A 0.01 mA 0.1 mA 0.001 A 0.01 A 1.0 % + 3 1.0 % + 3 1.0 % + 3 Hz (AC- Specifications Function Range 1 Resolution Accuracy...