![]() In this review of Fluke’s T5-1000 we have a good bit of kit for general purpose works. In addition, a red LED lights on touching down high voltage. It is rated to CAT-III 1000V and up to CAT-IV 600V. SafetyĪs it doesn’t measure amperage directly through its circuitry, the Fluke T5-1000 does not need to be fuse protected, though of course it has the appropriate components to protect it from high voltage surges. AC or DC volts – and it has low battery indication. You get all icons so will know what criteria you are measuring – i.e. Resolution is also limited, but again, this is not a precision tool. It doesn’t have a useful hanger or metallic rear, but makes up for this somewhat with this extra, allowing you to have one probe within the unit, so you effectively end up with two snug parts when testing as opposed to three awkward bits.ĭisplay: The display is quite basic and not backlit. Third hand: Not immediately apparent – including with this electrician who also has a T5 – is the addition of a lead holder. It also comes with detachable ‘SlimReach’ probe tips. Both unit and shrouded leads are built to take 1000V, with the latter tucking nicely into the rear. This is as rugged as most Flukes, with trademark tough yellow case and an easy-fit in the palm of the hand. There is also a sleep mode to help preserve power, while a basic data hold freezes on-screen values. A low battery icon indicates change advisable. Most impressive its battery life, courtesy of a couple of AAs able to dish out 300-400 hours usage. You won’t get the speed of a traditional Fluke multimeter regards auto ranging and continuity, but the T5 is timely. The T5-H5 kit also includes a non-contact volt stick, while the Max has a remote temperature sensing unit. Kit forms of the T5: A holster lets you clip the device to your belt and better stores the test leads. The probe holder does help somewhat, however. It is not as precise or accurate and lacks the finesse of a traditional amp clamp meter, but is nevertheless a handy tool for getting general amperage values.Īlthough it has most of what you need and is easy to use, unfortunately it can be awkward to handle as it can’t be propped up or hung. On the current front, you can measure to 100A in AC only. There’s just the one voltage position, so it very usefully deciphers AC from DC and displays results appropriately. It manages this to CAT-III, with 600V to Cat-IV. Of the test ranges, voltage on the T5-1000 is up to 1000V for both AC and DC. #Fluke t5 1000 full#It is full auto ranging, so you simply select the appropriate position and await the results. The T5 was built with simplicity in mind, having an easy dial with just four positions and an open-jaw current measurement case. ![]() Optional: belt holster In-depth Review of the Fluke T5-1000
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