EVERETT, WA. -- (Marketwire) -- 08/31/09 -- Fluke Corporation, known for its durable handheld electronic test and measurement tools, has introduced its toughest tools yet: the Fluke 27 II and 28 II digital multimeters, designed to survive water, dust and rough handling that would kill other tools.
The new Fluke 27 II and 28 II digital multimeters (DMMs) define a new standard for operating in harsh conditions, while delivering the features and accuracy to troubleshoot most electrical problems.
Both meters are IP 67 rated for water and dust resistance and offer an extended operating temperature range of -15 °C to +55 °C (5 °F to 131 °F). They will function in -40 °C temperatures for up to 20 minutes. They will operate in 95 percent humidity, and are designed and tested to withstand a 3 m (10 ft) drop.
The new Fluke 20 Series II Multimeters are built for industrial electricians, plant engineers and technicians who work in the toughest environments -- and anyone who wants the most durable DMM available. They are ideal for such job environments as:
-- Manufacturing plants, foundries
-- Food processing and bottling plants
-- Water and wastewater facilities
-- Marine service and repair
-- Mining, drilling and materials extraction
-- Outside testing in any weather
Federal Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) approval is pending. When enclosed in their protective yellow holsters, both meters will float in fresh or salt water. Holsters are reversible to provide added protection for the display and controls when the meter is not in use. Both meters feature backlit keypad buttons, large display digits and two-level bright white display backlighting for easy visibility in low-lit areas.
Both meters will measure up to 1000 V ac and dc and up to 10 A (20 A for 30 seconds). They feature a 10,000 µF capacitance range and measure frequencies to 200 kHz. Both provide min/max and average readings to capture variations automatically and both provide both auto and manual ranging for maximum flexibility. They are powered by three AA batteries and provide an average battery life of 800 hours.
For safety, the Fluke 27 II and 28 II withstand hazardous 8,000 volt spikes caused by load switching and faults on industrial circuits and comply with second edition IEC and ANSI electrical safety standards. They are safety rated for use in CAT IV 600 V/CAT III 1000 V working environments.
The Fluke 28 II provides additional functionality. It is a True-rms meter that features a high-resolution 20,000-count display mode and includes a built-in thermometer that enables users to take temperature readings easily without carrying a separate instrument. It captures peak min/max and features a high-pass filter to ensure accurate voltage and frequency measurements on adjustable speed drives and other electrically noisy equipment.
The Fluke 27 II is an average responding meter with extended ac voltage bandwidth to 30 kHz.
Pricing and Availability
The Fluke 27 II and Fluke 28 II Rugged IP 67 Industrial Multimeters are available immediately. The Fluke 27 II has a suggested retail price of $419.95; the Fluke 28 II has a suggested retail price of $429.95. A brochure on the Fluke 27 II and 28 II is available at www.fluke.com/rugged-meter. For more information on Fluke tools and applications, or to find the location of your nearest distributor, contact Fluke Corporation, P.O. Box 9090, Everett, WA USA 98206, call (800) 44-FLUKE (800-443-5853), fax (425) 446-5116, e-mail fluke-info@fluke.com or visit the Fluke Web site at http://www.fluke.com.
About Fluke
Fluke Corporation is the leader in compact, professional electronic test tools. Fluke customers are technicians, engineers, electricians, metrologists and building diagnostic professionals who install, troubleshoot, and manage industrial electrical and electronic equipment and calibration processes for quality control as well as conducting building restoration and remediation services. Fluke is a registered trademark of Fluke Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. The names of actual companies and products mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners.
For more information:
Larry Wilson
Public Relations Manager
(425) 446-5671
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Test and Measurement Electronic testing equipment must be able to abstain from unnecessary factors like noisy environment and dust to have accurate reading.
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