Fluke 117 Electrician's Multimeter with Non-Contact Voltage
Fluke 117 Electrician's Multimeter with Non-Contact Voltage is rated out of 5 by 53.
Key features
- Compact, true-rms digital multimeter for electricians
- Includes multimeter, 4mm silicone test leads, holster and manual
- Integrated non-contact voltage detection keeps you safe
- Prevent false readings from ghost voltage with selectable low-impedance mode
Product overview: Fluke 117 Electrician's Multimeter with Non-Contact Voltage
Fluke 117: Compact digital multimeter designed for electricians
The Fluke 117 Electricians Multimeter is a compact, CAT III 600 V, True-rms meter that includes an easy-to-use interface with a bright backlight for darker worksites. It saves you time and enables you to move from job to job more quickly. With a quick turn of the dial you can get measurements for:
- Resistance
- Continuity
- Frequency
- Capacitance
- Min/Max/Average
For the everyday
A digital multimeter designed to be hauled everywhere with you, part of your everyday tools. The 117 is built for demanding applications like:
- Commercial buildings
- Hospitals
- Schools
Non-contact voltage detection
Keep yourself safer with integrated VoltAlert™ technology. Fast, go/no go non-contact voltage detection built into your multimeter saves you from having to carry around or find an extra tool to get the work started.
Automatic AC/DC selection
Set the dial and get your measurement quickly with AutoVolt. This automatic AC/DC voltage selector makes it easier for you to get the measurement you need and move on quicker.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between the Fluke 115 and the Fluke 117?
While similar, the Fluke 115 and the Fluke 117 meters are designed for slightly different purposes. The Fluke 115 is a compact true-rms digital multimeter that’s great for field service. The Fluke 117 is a designed specifically for electricians. With a quick turn of the dial both units provide measurements for:
- Resistance
- Continuity
- Frequency
- Capacitance
- Min/Max/Average
The Fluke 117 offers non-contact voltage detection and has a selectable low-impedance mode to prevent false readings from ghost voltage. The 117 also features automatic selection of AC or DC voltage, depending on what was detected.
Does the Fluke 117 read milliamps?
The Fluke 117 Electrician’s Multimeter includes a 10 amp current range for making both AC or DC current measurements. The maximum resolution is 1 milliamp.
How do you use a Fluke 117 True-rms multimeter?
What’s the best multimeter for electricians?
The Fluke 117 digital multimeter is designed for electricians. The Fluke 117 provides highly accurate measurements for frequency and capacitance as well as Min/Max/Average readings. Non-contact voltage detection offers a fast way to determine if live voltage is present in the area being tested. The low impedance mode prevents detection of ghost voltages.
Specifications: Fluke 117 Electrician's Multimeter with Non-Contact Voltage
| Specifications | ||
| Maximum voltage between any terminal and earth ground | 600 V | |
| Safety | IEC 61010-1: Pollution Degree 2 IEC 61010-2-033: CAT III 600V | |
| Fuse for A input | 11 A, 1000 V FAST Fuse (Fluke PN 803293) | |
| Display | Digital: 6,000 counts, updates 4 per second | |
| Bar graph | 33 segments, updates 32 per second | |
| Operating temperature | -10°C to +50°C | |
| Storage temperature | -40°C to +60°C | |
| Battery type | 9 volt Alkaline, IEC 6LR61 | |
| Battery life | 400 hours typical, without backlight | |
| Accuracy Specifications | ||
| DC millivolts | Range/resolution | 600.0 mV / 0.1 mV |
| Accuracy | ±([% of reading] + [counts]): 0.5% + 2 | |
| DC volts | Range/resolution | 6.000 V / 0.001 V 60.00 V / 0.01 V 600.00 V / 0.1 V |
| Accuracy | ±([% of reading] + [counts]): 0.5% + 2 | |
| Auto volts | Range/resolution | 600.0 V / 0.1 V |
| Accuracy | 2.0% + 3 (DC, 45 Hz to 500 Hz) 4.0% + 3 (500 Hz to 1 kHz) | |
| AC millivolts¹ True RMS | Range/resolution | 600.0 mV / 0.1 mV |
| Accuracy | 1.0% + 3 (DC, 45 Hz to 500 Hz) 2.0% + 3 (500 Hz to 1 kHz) | |
| AC volts¹ True RMS | Range/resolution | 6.000 V / 0.001 V 60.00 V / 0.01 V 600.0 V / 0.1 V |
| Accuracy | 1.0% + 3 (DC, 45 Hz to 500 Hz) 2.0% + 3 (500 Hz to 1 kHz) | |
| Continuity | Range/resolution | 600 Ω / 1 Ω |
| Accuracy | Beeper on < 20 Ω, off > 250 Ω detects opens or shorts of 500 μs or longer. | |
| Ohms | Range/resolution | 600.0 Ω / 0.1 Ω 6.000 kΩ / 0.001 kΩ 60.00 kΩ / 0.01 kΩ 600.0 kΩ / 0.1 kΩ 6.000 MΩ / 0.001 MΩ |
| Accuracy | 0.9% + 1 | |
| Range/resolution | 40.00 MΩ / 0.01 MΩ | |
| Accuracy | 5% + 2 | |
| Diode test | Range/resolution | 2.00 V / 0.001 V |
| Accuracy | 0.9% + 2 | |
| Capacitance | Range/resolution | 1000 nF / 1 nF 10.00 μF / 0.01 μF 100.0 μF / 0.1 μF 9999 μF / 1 μF 100 μF to 1000 μF |
| Accuracy | 1.9% + 2 | |
| Range/resolution | > 1000 μF | |
| Accuracy | 5% + 20% | |
| Lo-Z capacitance | Range | 1 nF to 500 μF |
| Accuracy | 10% + 2 typical | |
| AC amps True RMS (45 Hz to 500 Hz) | Range/resolution | 6.000 A / 0.001 A 10.00 A / 0.01 A |
| Accuracy | 1.5% + 3 20 A continuous overload for 30 seconds max | |
| DC amps | Range/resolution | 6.000 A / 0.001 A 10.00 A / 0.01 A |
| Accuracy | 1.0% + 3 20 A continuous overload for 30 seconds max | |
| Hz (V or A input)² | Range/resolution | 99.99 Hz / 0.01 Hz 999.9 Hz / 0.1 Hz 9.999 kHz / 0.001 Hz 50.00 kHz / 0.01 Hz |
| Accuracy | 0.1% + 2 | |
| 1. All AC voltage ranges except Auto-V/LoZ are specified from 1% to 100% of range. Auto-V/LoZ is specified from 0.0 V. 2. Temperature uncertainty (accuracy) does not include the error of the thermocouple probe. 2. Frequency is AC coupled, 5 Hz to 50 kHz for AC voltage. Frequency is DC coupled, 45 Hz to 5 kHz for AC current. 2. Temperature Range/Resolution: -40°F to 752°F / 0.2°F. | ||
| Mechanical and General Specifications | ||
| Size | 167 x 84 x 46 mm (6.57 x 3.31 x 1.82 in) | |
| Weight | 550 g | |
| Warranty | 3 years | |
Models: Fluke 117 Electrician's Multimeter with Non-Contact Voltage
Fluke 117
Fluke 117 Electrician's Digital Multimeter with Non-Contact Voltage
Includes:
- 4 mm silicone test lead set
- Holster
- User manual
Reviews: Fluke 117 Electrician's Multimeter with Non-Contact Voltage
Rated 5 out of 5 by conduit480 from great meter I got the meter as a Christmas present. use it everyday for commercial and residential electrical. would definitely recommend it and the tpak magnet and tl175 test leads.
Date published: 2020-02-01
Rated 5 out of 5 by DontTouchMyStuff from Great Meter for Electricians and DIYer's I purchased the 117 based on reviews and the Fluke reputation; it is my third digital multimeter and second Fluke (the other is a clamp DMM I use mostly for testing amperage). Despite the ambiguous complaints posted by others, this is a solid multimeter. The large 6,000 count display makes the meter easy-to-read and understand; as long as you are looking directly at the screen. My only (minor) complaint is if the screen is looked at - even slightly - from above, the digits disappear, but for me this is only a minor inconvenience.
The meter feels solid and robust in the hands and not easily damaged. The non-contact voltage sensor is very sensitive, especially when set to "HI", which makes it ideal when checking for electrical wires inside of walls.
I have zero "buyer's remorse" and will use this meter for a long time.
Date published: 2018-04-28
Rated 2 out of 5 by Senior Engineer from Fluke quality but missing features Fluke makes arguably the highest quality multimeters you can buy. But it's unfortunate they choose to remove features from more expensive models. The Fluke 116 and 115, for example, both have features the 117 lacks. Why? It would probably cost Fluke an extra dollar or two to put ALL the features of the 11X series into the 117 (or create a 118 that has all features). It's almost as if Fluke wants you to buy multiple meters for different tasks when one meter could easily do everything.
I don't have a problem with a product line optimized for electronics, another for automotive, and a third for electricians. But here we have one confusing product line with a mish-mash of almost random features. The Fluke multimeter comparison on the website is also wrong and missing data. For example, it shows "n/a" under DC and AC current for the 117 which is incorrect. That's just one of many such errors making an already confusing situation more confusing.
Fluke is great at engineering high quality meters but the products are inconsistent, confusing, and the features often seem poorly thought out. Fluke also has inexplicably discontinued, at least in North America, several multimeters that offer more features and performance per dollar than their current offerings. Why? The Fluke 87, 15B, and several others, were legendary great meters.
Fluke's marketing choices are beyond disappointing as they no longer offer ANY full featured reasonably priced multimeters. Every current model in North America is either missing one or more key features you can find in even very inexpensive competitive products or it's so expensive (like the 289) you could literally buy a dozen similarly featured competitive meters.
Date published: 2018-01-23
Rated 5 out of 5 by NEtech from A new standard As head electro-mechanical tech I often get asked what meters we should buy for new technicians. My standby, no-questions-asked has always been the 87-V. I've trusted that meter for fifteen years in all kinds of abusive environments. There are times when the 87-V is necessary. However for 95% of the work our electro-mech techs are doing in a 18 acre production factory, this meter fits the bill, and it's smaller, lighter, cheaper, and better display than the 87. Time will tell how it holds up - some take issue with the single molded case, but to be honest I hated having to take the 87's off anyway.
Date published: 2017-08-15
Rated 5 out of 5 by sac1 from Great for everyday use Solid multimeter for everyday use by an electrician. Large display is easy to read. Easy to select functions even with gloves on using the large dial. Ready to roll right out of the package and continues to out perform day after day..
Date published: 2017-01-18
Rated 5 out of 5 by Paulie8 from Perfect amount of features I bought this a week ago for home repairs. I used the non-contact voltage function to detect any wires behind walls before cutting into them since I could follow the wiring starting from the switch and moving backwards - something you cannot do with voltage pens. I've also use the probes themselves for test for voltage after turning off the panel.
Date published: 2016-12-21
Rated 5 out of 5 by J the Tech from Reliable I bought this meter years ago. I am an Industrial Electrician and automation specialist and use this meter everyday. It's actually my go to meter for what I do. I used to carry a clamp meter by fluke and it works great but the 117 for what I do is more fitting for the job. This meter does everything I need. If this meter doesn't do something it's reading milliamps unfortunately. But I break out my 87 for that which I usually use on my more intricate stuff anyway. The 117 is the 10-in-1 screwdriver of meters for me. I covers a broad spectrum of capabilities in my field and I love mine. Great investment.
Date published: 2016-12-14
Rated 5 out of 5 by dancrall from Great for quick checks This meter with the non contact voltage detector has added a higher margin of safety when having to cut into a wall. Knowing that the circuit is live or dead and it's approximate location has made things niche better.
Date published: 2016-12-14