Fluke 179 True-RMS Digital Multimeter

Fluke 179 True-RMS Digital Multimeter is rated 4.9 out of 5 by 77.
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Key features

  • 1000V AC/DC; 10A AC/DC (with test leads and current jacks); resistance to 50 MΩ; capacitance to 10,000 μF, frequency to 100 kHz; temperature from -40 ℃ to 400 ℃
  • Robust, fast and accurate with manual and automatic ranging, Display Hold, Auto Hold, and Min/Max-Average recording
  • Backlit digital display, analog bar graph, and built-in temperature measurements with included thermocouple.

Product overview: Fluke 179 True-RMS Digital Multimeter

The Fluke 179 True-rms Digital Multimeter is the industry-standard troubleshooting tool for electrical and electronic systems. This incredibly versatile multimeter makes a perfect front-line troubleshooting tool with an input protection rating of CAT III 1000 V, CAT IV 600 V. The built-in temperature measurement with the included thermocouple, analog bar graph and backlit digital display make it easier to take the measurements you need.

A full set of basic and advanced troubleshooting capabilities including:

  • Manual and automatic ranging
  • Display Hold and Auto Hold
  • Min/Max-Average recording
  • Voltage measurements to 1000 V AC or DC
  • Current measurements to 10 A AC/DC
  • Resistance to 50 MΩ; capacitance to 10,000 μF, frequency to 100 kHz; temperature from -40 ℃ to 400 ℃

All of these features come paired with a lifetime warranty.

For a complete comparison of specifications, please visit our selection guide for digital multimeters.

 
 Fluke 179 True-RMS Digital MultimeterFluke 87V Industrial MultimeterFluke 287 True-RMS Electronics Logging MultimeterFluke 233 Remote Display Digital MultimeterFluke 3000 FC Series Wireless Multimeter
CAT ratingCAT III 1000 V
CAT IV 600 V
CAT III 1000 V
CAT IV 600 V
CAT III 1000 V
CAT IV 600 V
CAT III 1000 V
CAT IV 600 V
CAT III 1000 V
CAT IV 600 V
True-rms readings
Voltage AC/DC1000 V1000 V1000 V1000 V1000 V
Current AC/DC10 A10 A10 A10 A400 mA
Resistance50 MΩ50 MΩ500 MΩ40 MΩ50 MΩ
Capacitance9,999 μF9,999 μF100,000 µF9,999 μF9,999 μF
Temperature-40 °C to 400 °F-200 °C to 1090 °C-200 °C to 1350 °C-40 °C to 400 °Fwith t3000 FC
Additional
measurement
capabilities
Continuity/diode test,
frequency,
microamps
Frequency,
continuity/diode test,
motor drive (VFD)
measurement,
duty cycle,
microamps, analog
bar graph, relative
reference
Conductance (50 ns),
continuity/diode test,
duty cycle,
frequency,
pulse width
Continuity/diode test,
frequency
Frequency,
continuity/diode test.
Able to connect to
three 3000 FC
modules.

What's in the box:

  • 179 Digital Multimeter
  • 80BK Temperature Probe
  • Installed 9V battery
  • Test leads
  • Quick Reference Guide

Specifications: Fluke 179 True-RMS Digital Multimeter

Specifications
Voltage DCAccuracy1±(0.09% + 2)
Max. resolution0.1 mV
Maximum1000 V
Voltage ACAccuracy1±(1.0% + 3)
Max. resolution0.1 mV
Maximum1000 V
Current DCAccuracy1±(1.0% + 3)
Max. resolution0.01 mA
Maximum10 A
Current ACAccuracy1±(1.5% + 3)
Max. resolution0.01 mA
Maximum10 A
ResistanceAccuracy1±(0.9% + 1)
Max. resolution0.1 Ω
Maximum50 MΩ
CapacitanceAccuracy1±(1.2% + 2)
Max. resolution1 nF
Maximum10,000 µF
FrequencyAccuracy1±(0.1% + 1)
Max. resolution0.01 Hz
Maximum100 kHz
TemperatureAccuracy1±(1.0% + 10)
Max. resolution0.1°C
Range-40°C / 400°C
1. Accuracies are best accuracies for each function
Environmental Specifications
Operating temperature-10°C to +50°C
Storage temperature-30°C to +60°C
Humidity (without condensation)0% – 90% (0°C – 35°C)
0% – 70% (35°C – 50°C)
Safety Specifications
Overvoltage categoryEN 61010–1 to 1000 V CAT III
EN 61010–1 to 600 V CAT IV
Agency approvalsUL, CSA, TÜV listed and VDE Pending
Mechanical and General Specifications
Size43 x 90 x 185 mm
Weight420 g
WarrantyLifetime
Battery lifeAlkaline ~200 hours typical, without backlight

Models: Fluke 179 True-RMS Digital Multimeter

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Includes:

  • 80BK Temperature Probe
  • Installed 9V battery
  • Test leads
  • Users manual

What is the input impedance of a 179 True multimeter? Is it suitable for measuring cathodic protection? Can it read from 500mV to 1300mV for example? What is the reading range of the device for DC voltage?

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Is this product made in the USA? Are any fluke products still made in the USA?

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Rated 5 out of 5 by from Substantial Meter Perfect for my needs.This is one durable, accurate,well thought out meter.This meter is tried and true.The industry standard.It is fast. I was going to go with the 87v but it was a little overkill for my needs . Fluke is quality Wish it would have come with silicone leads versus the PVC leads but I upgraded to better leads out of pocket. Still worth it.
Date published: 2024-06-07
Rated 5 out of 5 by from The 179 is a solid performer Solid, fast and reliable. I am glad to have finally added one of these to my tool kit.
Date published: 2023-05-23
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Best DVM Ever I bought the 179 as soon as it came out (several years ago) and have had NO problems! I'm on (about) the tenth set of test leads, tho'. I've been in CNC repair for the past 40 years and this 179 has been the most reliable meter I've ever owned.
Date published: 2021-08-08
Rated 1 out of 5 by from Calibration Cert I purchased a new tool so it would be current on calibration and it did not even come with a calibration sheet.
Date published: 2021-05-10
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Exceptional value and reliability Been using Fluke 17x for many, many years. They are my standard order for any new employee who needs a meter and for any "new bench" supply. The 179 is high reliable and accurate. Battery lasts forever. All the features you need are there, easy to use. You can trust the measurements. Some may say the Name adds a needless price tag difference, but the devil is in the details and I disagree. Features that really make the difference: - Fast and accurate continuity check (easily one of the most commonly used and important features in product development labs) - Fast bargraph - Very accurate TrueRMS AC measurements. - Very high input impedance. - High quality probes. It's the portable version of a bench meter, if you don't need the few extra features and resolution of the 87V. I have dropped these and seen them dropped tens of times, never seen one break. Only had to change 1 battery, after many years. You can't go wrong with a 17x.
Date published: 2020-11-13
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Very good. I have been using fluke 179 meter for two years. It is a wonderful miter sanwa and mico works ten times better. This meter has changed my work and time a lot.
Date published: 2020-07-18
Rated 5 out of 5 by from THE BEST INSTRUMENT BEST MESURE AND UTILITY IN MY LABOLATORS VERY UTILITY IN MASURMRNT AND VERIY PRECISION
Date published: 2019-08-28
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Excellent accuracy Ever since EE school, Fluke has always been my go-to multimeter in the last 3 decades for electronics work. But it has always been limited to bench meters, I don't have the same need for high accuracy for portable use and my 8 portable multimeters has been other brands like Sanwa, Extech, and disposable Harbor Freight which I use on-the-go. I have a NIST calibrated voltage standard, I know my Sanwa and Extech meters are all within spec (+/- 1-3%), but never spot on. I decided to purchase the 179 (non-NIST) as a more robust handheld meter, out-of-the-box, it is the only meter that is spot on even at its highest resolution at multiple reference voltages. It doesn't have the resolution of the bench meters, but I thought the meter have every bit of the quality that is worthy of the Fluke name.
Date published: 2018-12-24
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