Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter

The product came as described by the seller. It's a brand new device with the LCD protective sticker still intact and wrapped safety booklet. I'm glad to be able to buy such a famous multimeter I've been wanting for so long at a cheaper price compared to other sellers even compared to Amazon sold and dispatched one.I have tested the meter for voltage readings with wall power outlet for AC and with a 9V battery for DC. Both measurements are true as I compared them against my Fluke 303 clamp amp that I've already had. I've also tried to measure Amp reading of an automotive test light powered by the 9V battery and connecting it in series with the multimeter (the test light is rated 6-24V) and then I know 0.1A of current is drawn by the test light. Another common simple test, which is a continuity test, was also done and not only it's consistent but also very sensitive. I used this when I needed to check my defective phone charging cable with a piece thin wire strand as an extension to reach tight connector.According to the information I got from eevblog.com that back in 2012 Fluke 87V has had a problem of LCD gsm interference and I've tested my unit and rest assured that it did not affect it. The unit that I got was manufactured in 2017 as printed on the packaging, it clearly is an 'after countermeasure'. The other thing is when the Thermocouple probe (used to measure temperature) isn't plugged in it reads 'OPEN' instead of 'OL' in some of the older production serials. You can check about this in the owners manual downloaded from fluke.com.Additionally, since I'm extra cautious about a leaking old battery, I immediately changed it to a fresh Varta 9V. I'm not saying that the battery needed replacement but you can't be too careful, in fact 1 year to reach an end-user is pretty normal for an expensive multimeter like this Fluke 87V. About the included accessories, it comes with standard red black test probes, small alligator probes, a thermocouple probe, and amp-jack plugs. One thing I don't like is Fluke doesn't bundle up the holster C25 as standard though, it's sold separately for around 50€. Apart from that I bought separately an optional connectivity kit Fluke TLK225-1 which I really like a lot.Honestly I was a bit sceptical about the product condition in that the seller put such a low price, but I'm willing to take the plunge because there's a return policy anyway. All in all I recommend the seller (Goodtime2buy). It's a great product, fast shipping, and you can't beat the price elsewhere. The packaging might be a bit faded but unless you care, I don't. Buy it with confidence while it's still in stock.

This item is definitely a case of 'you get what you pay for'. It's a solid, reliable and highly rugged professional grade meter with excellent resolution and stability. It has a useful range of functions and a large clear display with an effective backlight. The only downside to me is that the supplied leads appear flimsier than those included in earlier versions of this meter, but perhaps that's my memory playing tricks!. I would recommend purchasing the TL175 'Twistguard' type test leads for use with this meter, if you are looking for a more resilient lead set which will give more durable service than the included leads.Overall, this is a meter I've used in a professional capacity (!), at work for many years, it's always proven itself to be reliable and dependable. It's something I've wanted to own personally for years, but was always put off by the prices charged by some 'big name' electronic component distributors, the price through Amazon was significantly (over £100) lower so I'm now the proud owner of a meter I expect will give years of reliable service.Recommended!

An expensive one will last your lifetime.

Used for general home lab use. The only slight negative point is the stiff leads provided with the meter. The silicone leads from Pomona are much better suited to electronics use.

Good product and a great price from the supplier.

The meter is fine but the test leads supplied are absolute rubbish! They are stiff & too long & are permanently bent after being packed. I really thought I would get quality. Time to send it back.

OK

The multimeter is functional but one of the measuring cables does not work. How can I exchange it for a good one?