Description
Fluke 179 | EDA2 TRMS Digital Multimeter Specs Overview
Fluke 179 / EDA2 Combo Kit
The EDA2 refers to the Electronics Diagnostic & Accessory Kit version of the Fluke179 multimeter. According to Flukes official catalog, the 179/EDA2 kit includes:
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Fluke179 TRMS multimeter
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Electronic test probes
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SureGrip silicone test leads
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Heavy-duty hook clips
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TypeK temperature probe
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Meter hanging accessory
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Soft carrying case
No changes to the core performance specificationsthis is essentially the meter bundled with enhanced accessories and a soft case.
Measurement Capabilities
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DC Voltage: up to 1,000V; accuracy (0.09% + 2), resolution 0.1mV
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AC Voltage: up to 1,000V; accuracy (1.0% + 3), resolution 0.1mV
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DC Current: up to 10A; (1.0% + 3), resolution 0.01mA
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AC Current: up to 10A; (1.5% + 3), resolution 0.01mA
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Resistance: up to 50M; (0.9% + 1), resolution 0.1
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Capacitance: up to 10,000F; (1.2% + 2), resolution 1nF
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Frequency: up to 100kHz; (0.1% + 1), resolution 0.01Hz
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Temperature (with included probe): 40C to +400C (1.0% + 10), resolution 0.1C orF
Environmental & Safety
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Operating Temp: 10C to +50C
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Storage Temp: 30C to +60C
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Humidity (non-condensing):
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090% up to 35C
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070% up to 50C
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Safety Ratings: CATIII 1000V, CATIV 600V per EN610101 standards
General / Mechanical
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Dimensions: 4390185mm (1.7 3.5 7.3)
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Weight: 420g (0.9lb)
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Battery Life: ~200hours (alkaline, without backlight)
Key Features / Functions
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TrueRMS measurement for nonsinusoidal signals
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Min/Max/Average recording, manual/auto ranging
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Display Hold, Auto-Hold and analog bar graph
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Built-in backlight
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Front-panel accessible closed-case calibration
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Incl. temperature probe, test leads, battery, and quick-start guide
Quick Summary Table
| Feature | Specification / Includes |
|---|---|
| DC Voltage | 1,000V; 0.09% + 2; 0.1mV resolution |
| AC Voltage | 1,000V; 1.0% + 3; 0.1mV resolution |
| DC Current | 10A; 1.0% + 3; 0.01mA resolution |
| AC Current | 10A; 1.5% + 3; 0.01mA resolution |
| Resistance | 50M; 0.9% + 1; 0.1 resolution |
| Capacitance | 10,000F; 1.2% + 2; 1nF resolution |
| Frequency | 100kHz; 0.1% + 1; 0.01Hz resolution |
| Temperature | 40 to +400C; 1.0% + 10; 0.1C/F |
| Safety | CATIII 1000V, CATIV 600V |
| Battery Life | ~200hours (alkaline, no backlight) |
| Size / Weight | 4390185mm / 420g |
| Included in EDA2 | Probes, leads, clips, Ktype probe, soft case, hanger |









