9.0
At a Glance
0 VOutput Voltage
0 AMax Current
0 mVRipple & Noise
Best For
Electronics EngineersElectronics Repair
Pros & Cons
Pros
- True RMS AC measurement accurate on variable-frequency drives, switch-mode supplies, and non-sinusoidal loads
- VoltAlert non-contact voltage detection built in — no accessory swap needed for quick wire tracing
- AutoVolt automatically selects AC/DC — eliminates mode errors during fast troubleshooting
- CAT III 600V / CAT IV 300V safety rating; meets IEC 61010 for industrial environments
- Backlit display readable in dim equipment racks and junction boxes
Cons
- No PC interface (USB or Bluetooth) — logging requires manual transcription or a separate logger
- Banana jack spacing is Fluke-proprietary; third-party leads with recessed plugs may not seat fully
- Resolution is 6000 counts — acceptable for most work but a 20000-count meter reads finer increments
- Price premium over equivalent-spec Uni-T or Klein meters is real; justified by build quality and support life
Fluke 117 Electricians True RMS Multimeter
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Our Verdict
The Fluke 117 is the most-recommended mid-range multimeter in r/electronics for one reason: it works correctly on real-world signals. The True RMS on non-sinusoidal loads is genuinely useful, not a spec-sheet checkbox. If budget is tight, a Uni-T UT61E covers 80% of use cases at 40% of the price — but Flukes outlast careers.
Fluke 117 Electricians True RMS Multimeter
$189
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| Full Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Output Voltage | 0V |
| Max Current | 0A |
| Load Regulation | 0% |
| Line Regulation | 0% |
| Ripple & Noise | 0mV |
| Programmable | No |
| Channels | 1 |
| Display | 6000-count backlit LCD |
| Interface | None |
| Dimensions | 180 × 88 × 46 mm |
| Weight | 0.44kg |
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Fluke 117 Electricians True RMS Multimeter
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