The Fluke 8000A is a 3.5-digit digital multimeter engineered for general-purpose electronic testing and troubleshooting across DC voltage, AC voltage, DC current, AC current, and resistance measurements. The instrument delivers 0.1% basic DC accuracy and features a 7-segment LED display with 7.62 mm character height, full-scale readout of 1999 (1199 on 1200V ranges), and automatic polarity detection. Push-button controls enable straightforward range and function selection, while self-locating decimal point and self-zeroing functions eliminate offset uncertainties.
Technical Specifications
• Display: 3.5-digit LED, 7.62 mm (0.30 in) character height
• Full-Scale Readout: 1999 (1199 on 1200V AC/DC ranges)
• DC Voltage: 5 ranges, 100 µV to 1199V; ±0.1% basic accuracy
• AC Voltage: 5 ranges, 100 µV to 1199V
• DC Current: 6 ranges, 100 nA to 1.999A; ±0.5% of reading + 1 digit (10A range, 1 year)
• AC Current: 6 ranges, 100 nA to 1.999A; ±1% of reading + 2 digits (10A range, 45 Hz to 3 kHz, 1 year)
• Resistance: 6 ranges, 100 mΩ to 19.99 MΩ; ±1% of reading + 2 digits (1.999Ω); ±0.5% of reading + 2 digits (19.99Ω, 1 year)
• Measurement Test Current: 10 mA
• Input Protection: 1200V RMS all voltage ranges; 130V RMS (200Ω/2kΩ); 250V RMS (higher ranges)
• Common Mode Voltage: 1200V peak maximum
• Power: 100/115/230V AC, 50 to 400 Hz, 2W; optional rechargeable batteries (-01/-015/-016) with 8+ hours minimum runtime, recharge in <14 hours
– Key Features
• Auto polarity with self-locating decimal point
• Self-zeroing to eliminate offset uncertainties
• Blinking full-scale readout indicates over-range condition
• Front panel zero control for resistance measurements (20Ω range)
• Overload protection across all ranges
• Banana-type front panel connectors with separate common, current, and volt-ohm inputs
– Typical Applications
Field troubleshooting, bench testing, maintenance diagnostics, and general-purpose circuit analysis requiring multi-function measurement capability with industrial-grade protection.
– Compatibility & Integration
Banana-type connectors support standard test lead configurations. Dual power options—mains AC or battery operation—enable deployment in lab and field environments.
