The Fluke 8060A is a microcomputer-based 4.5-digit handheld digital multimeter delivering True RMS measurement capabilities for accurate AC voltage and current readings on non-sinusoidal waveforms. The instrument combines precision and reliability across voltage, current, resistance, frequency, conductance, continuity, diode, and decibel measurements—making it essential for engineers and technicians in audio, video, telecommunications, and computer technology.
## Technical Specifications
**Display and Resolution**
4.5-digit LCD with 20,000 counts.
**DC Voltage (VDC)**
Ranges: 200.00 mV, 2.0000 V, 20.000 V, 200.00 V, 1000.0 V. Best accuracy ±(0.04% + 2). Input impedance >1000 MΩ.
**AC Voltage (VAC) — True RMS, AC Coupled**
Ranges: 200.00 mV, 2.0000 V, 20.000 V, 200.00 V, 750.0 V. Accuracy ±(0.2% + 10). Frequency response to 100 kHz.
**DC Current (ADC)**
Ranges: 200.00 µA, 2.0000 mA, 20.000 mA, 200.00 mA, 2000.0 mA. Best accuracy ±(0.2% + 2).
**AC Current (AAC) — True RMS**
Ranges: 200.00 µA, 2.0000 mA, 20.000 mA, 200.00 mA, 2000.0 mA. Accuracy ±(0.75% + 10). Frequency response to 30 kHz.
**Resistance**
Ranges: 200.00 Ω to 300.0 MΩ. Best accuracy ±(0.07% + 2). Includes low-power ohms for in-circuit testing.
**Frequency**
Ranges: 200.00 Hz, 2.0000 kHz, 20.000 kHz, 200.00 kHz. Accuracy ±(0.05% + 1). Measurement span 12 Hz to over 200 kHz.
**Conductance**
Range: 2000.0 nS. Accuracy ±(0.5% + 20).
**Continuity**
Fast audible and visual indication. Recognizes continuity as brief as 50 microseconds.
**Diode Test**
Constant-current mode. Range 2 V, test current 1 mA.
**Decibels (dBm)**
Reference: 600 Ω. Ranges: -50.00 to +60.00 dBm. Accuracy ±(0.15 dB).
## Key Features
• True RMS measurement for non-sinusoidal waveforms
• Relative reference (REL) function stores reference values to display differences across voltage, current, resistance, conductance, frequency, and decibel measurements
• Software-controlled self-test for internal circuit verification
• Double-fused current inputs with extensive overload protection
• Single 9V battery with typical operating life of 170 hours
## Typical Applications
Audio and video system testing, telecommunications equipment troubleshooting, computer hardware diagnostics, and general electronic circuit characterization.
