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Fluke increases value of 8808A, 8845A and 8846A precision bench multimeters

Fluke Corporation has announced the new revamped Fluke Precision Digital Multimeters that will now include additional accessory and warranty coverage at no extra charge further enhancing their overall value. The Fluke 8808A, 5.5 Digit multimeters will now include a RS- 232 serial to USB interface adapter cable, FlukeView Forms Basic software and warranty extended to 3 years.  The Fluke 8845A and 8846A, 6.5 digit precision multimeters, will now include the RS-232 to USB interface adapter cable and warranty extended to 3 years. These multimeters already include the FlukeView Forms Basic software package.

                The RS-232 serial to USB interface adapter cable will allow technicians and engineers connect their multimeter to a standard USB interface port making it easier to collect data from test instrumentation. FlukeView Forms Basic is used to download measurement data and create reports that can be saved, printed, and archive important test data. The Fluke 8808A multimeter has a broad range of functions, measuring volts, ohms and amps with a basic V dc accuracy of 0.015 %. It is remarkably easy to use, even by unskilled operators, because it makes the measurements you perform most often extremely easy and fast to do. Six setup buttons on the 8808A front panel operate like a car radio’s station presets. Simply set up the meter for a common measurement, then press shift followed by a setup button (S1 to S6) to save the setup. Now each time you perform that measurement, you simply press the appropriate setup key.

                The Fluke 8845A and 8846A 6.5 digit precision multimeters have the precision and versatility to handle your most demanding measurements, on the bench or in a system. These meters are both high performance and feature rich, yet also remarkably easy to use. These digital multimeters perform the functions you would expect to see in a multifunction DMM, including measuring volts, ohms, and amps. Basic V dc accuracy of up to 0.0024 %, 10 A current range, and a wide ohms range give you an unbeatable combination of measurement capability. You can also use the 8845A and 8846A to measure frequency and period. In addition, the 8846A measures temperature and capacitance. The additional 2-year warranty provides that extra peace of mind and assurance, as well as potentially lower the overall cost of ownership.