Product selection guide: Solar industry tools

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	Fluke 279 FC True-rms Thermal Multimeter	Fluke 365 Detachable Jaw True RMS AC/DC Clamp Meter

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Basic features

Counts	6000
True RMS readings	AC
Basic DC accuracy	0.09 %
Auto / manual ranging
Digits	3.5
Wide bandwidth	500 Hz

Diagnostics and data

Min-max recording
Display hold
USB interface	Image transfer to SmartView®

Display

Thermal imaging capability
Display hold
Backlight

Measurements

Voltage AC/DC	1000 V
Current AC/DC	AC: 2500A w/ iFlex®. DC: w/ optional clamp accessories
Resistance	50 MΩ
Frequency	1 kHz
Capacitance	9,999 µF
Continuity with beeper
Diode test
AC current
AC voltage
Continuity
DC volts
DC current
True RMS

Other features

Automatic power off
Closed case calibration
Low battery indication
Overmolded case, integrated holster
Operating temperature range	-10 °C to +50 °C

Warranty and safety

Dangerous voltage indication
EN61010-1 CAT III	1000 V
EN61010-1 CAT IV	600 V
IP rating	IP 40
Warranty	3 years

Category

Category

Wireless

Special features

Flashlight / torch

Specifications

Jaw opening		0.7 in (18 mm)
Max wire size (MCM)		350
Current range AC (RMS)		200.0 A
AC response		True RMS
Current range DC		200 A
Accuracy DC current: ± 5 counts		2.00 %
Voltage range AC		600 V
Accuracy AC voltage: ± 5 counts		1.50 %
Resistance range		6000 Ω
Accuracy AC current (50/60 Hz): ± 5 counts		2.00 %
Voltage range DC		600 V
Accuracy DC voltage: ± 5 counts		1.00 %

Mechanical, environmental and safety ratings

Category ratings

CAT III 600 V

Unit power

Auto off

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