Fluke 283 FC CAT III 1500V Solar Digital Multimeter

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The Fluke 283 FC Solar Digital Multimeter is a CAT III 1500 V/CAT IV 1000 V True-RMS multimeter that sets the new standard for technicians in DC environments up to 1500 V.

Whether you’re working with a utility-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) array, wind power, an electric railway, or a data center, the Fluke 283 FC has been engineered to enhance safety and increase productivity while giving you accurate, reliable, and repeatable results.

Fluke 283 FC Key features:

  • Measure safely with CAT III 1500 V/CAT IV 1000 V safety rated multimeter
  • Includes TL175-HV CAT III 1500 V/CAT IV 1000 V safety rated premium test leads
  • User-defined limit gauge for quick go/no-go decisions
  • Unique multimeter readiness self-check
  • Visual and audio polarity indicators with on/off function wiring issues

    Fluke 283FC Users Manual

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    The Fluke 283 FC CAT III 1500V Solar Digital Multimeter includes TL175-HV CAT III 1500 V/CAT IV 1000 V safety-rated silicone Insert TwistGuard™️ test leads so you can work confidently in higher voltage environments without compromising safety, giving you more flexibility when testing voltage, millivoltage, resistance, continuity, or capacitance .

    A bright backlit LCD screen and illuminated keypad make it easier to work in both direct and low light conditions. The included magnetic hanging kit frees up your hands and the custom hard carrying case protects your investment while you transport it.

    Additional features:

    • Highly accurate voltage measurements for precise frontline troubleshooting
    • Current measurements up to 60 A AC/DC for safely troubleshooting individual strings of modules with greater accuracy (when using optional a283 FC wireless current clamp)
    • Visual and audio polarity indicators with on/off function help prevent accidental wiring issues
    • User-defined limit gauge helps you make quick go/no-go troubleshooting decisions
    • Unique multimeter readiness self-check helps ensure your meter is ready to test
    • Save and log measurements to internal memory and view them on your mobile device via Fluke Connect™

    Includes:

    • 283 FC TRMS Wireless Digital Multimeter
    • TL175-HV TwistGuard™ Silicone test leads
    • Premium carrying case
    • TPAK magnetic hanging strap
    • Limited Lifetime Warranty

    Specifications

    Fluke 283 FC CAT III 1500V Digital Multimeter

    Function Range Resolution Accuracy
    AC volts[1] 6.000 V 0.001 V 1.0 % + 3
    (45 Hz to 500 Hz)
    60.00 V 0.01 V
    600.0 V 0.1 V 2.0 % + 3
    (500 Hz to 1 kHz)
    1000 V 1 V
    DC volts 6.000 V 0.001 V 0.09 % + 3
    60.00 V 0.01 V
    600.0 V 0.1 V
    1500 V 1 V 0.15 % + 2
    AC mV[1] 600.0 mV 0.1 mV 1.0% + 3 (45 Hz ~ 500 Hz)
    2.0% + 3 (500 Hz ~ 1000 Hz)
    DC mV 600.0 mV 0.1 mV 0.09 % + 2
    Continuity 600 Ω 1 Ω
    Resistance 600.0 Ω 0.1 Ω 0.5 % + 4
    6.000 kΩ 0.001 kΩ
    60.00 kΩ 0.01 kΩ
    600.0 kΩ 0.1 kΩ
    6.000 MΩ 0.001 MΩ
    50.00 MΩ 0.01 MΩ 1.5 % + 4
    Capacitance 1000 nF 1 nF 1.2 % + 2
    10.00 μF 0.01 μF
    100.0 μF 0.1 μF
    9999 μF 1 μF 10 % typical
    Frequency 99.99 Hz 0.01 Hz 0.1 % + 2
    999.9 Hz 0.1 Hz
    9.999 kHz 0.001 kHz
    99.99 kHz 0.01 kHz
    AC VA (45 Hz ~ 500 Hz)[1] 360.0 VA 0.1 VA 2 % + 1.0 VA
    3.600 kVA 0.001 kVA 2 % + 0.01 kVA
    36.00 kVA 0.01 kVA 2 % + 0.1 kVA
    60.00 kVA 0.01 kVA 2 % + 0.15 kVA
    DC VA[1] 360.0 VA 0.1 VA 2 % + 1.0 VA
    3.600 kVA 0.001 kVA 2 % + 0.01 kVA
    36.00 kVA 0.01 kVA 2 % + 0.1 kVA
    90.00 kVA 0.01 kVA 2 % + 0.25 kVA
    Min-max avg For DC functions, accuracy is the specified accuracy of the measurement function ± 12 counts for changes longer than 350 ms in duration.
    For AC functions, accuracy is the specified accuracy of the measurement function ± 40 counts for changes longer than 900 ms in duration.

    [1] <1% range, unspecified

    Environmental specifications
    Operating temperature -10 °C to 60 °C
    Storage temperature -30 °C to +70 °C
    Humidity (without condensation) 0 % to 90 %, 10 °C to 30 °C
    0 % to 75 %, 30 °C to 40 °C
    0 % to 45 %, 40 °C to 60 °C
    Warranty and Protection
    Electromagnetic compatibility IEC 61326-1, IEC 61326-2-2, Portable, Group 1, Class A
    Overvoltage category CAT III 1500 V, CAT IV 1000 V
    Agency approvals ETL (AMER and EMEA), CSA (APAC), CE, UK CA
    Drop test 2 meter (6.5 ft) drop test
    Ingress protection IP52
    Warranty Limited lifetime
    Mechanical and general specifications
    Counts 6000
    Size 22.5 cm x 10.5 cm x 5.7 cm (8.8 in x 4.1 in x 2.2 in)
    Weight 0.7 kg (1.5 lb)
    Battery life > 150 hours typical, without backlight (Alkaline, 3 AA)
    > 100 hours typical when connected to wireless current clamp (Alkaline, 3 AA)

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