The Fluke PM6304/043 is a programmable automatic RCL meter designed for precision measurement of resistance, capacitance, and inductance in passive component analysis. This model excludes GPIB and RS232 interfaces, delivering core measurement functionality with four-wire measurement topology for enhanced accuracy. The instrument provides auto-ranging and auto-function operation across a broad range of test frequencies and measurement parameters, supporting both series and parallel equivalent circuit configurations with real-time parameter display.
## Technical Specifications
**Measurement Ranges & Resolution**
• Impedance (Z) / AC Resistance (RAC): 0.0000 Ω to 200 MΩ; 0.1 mΩ resolution
• DC Resistance (RDC): 0.0000 Ω to 50 MΩ; 0.1 mΩ resolution
• Capacitance (C): 0.00 pF to 31.8 F; 0.01 pF resolution
• Inductance (L): 0.00 µH to 637 kH; 0.01 µH resolution
• Quality Factor (Q): 0.000 to 1000; 0.001 resolution
• Dissipation Factor (D): 0.000 to 1000; 0.001 resolution
• Phase Angle (φ): −179° to +180°; 0.1° resolution
• Voltage Monitor (Vx): 0.1 µV to 2.00 V; 0.1 µV resolution
• Current Monitor (Ix): 0.005 µA to 10.0 mA; 0.001 µA resolution
**Accuracy & Frequency**
• Basic measurement accuracy: 0.1% ± 1 digit
• Test frequencies: 50 Hz to 100 kHz with 204 selectable points
• AC test levels: 50 mV, 1 V, and 2 V rms (50 mV via 100Ω; 1 V via 100Ω; 2 V via 400Ω)
• DC bias: 0 to 2 V internal; 0 to 40 V external
**Power Supply**
• Selectable line voltages: 100 V, 120 V, 220 V, and 240 V AC
## Key Features
• Four-wire measurement system for reduced lead inductance effects
• Auto Mode displays dominant and secondary parameters with equivalent circuit symbol
• Manual Mode supports selectable series or parallel equivalent circuit representations
• Seven equivalent circuit diagram options
• Exponential averaging in continuous measurement mode
• Deviation Mode for relative range measurement (−100% to +100%)
• Surface-mount component (SMD) test accessories available
## Typical Applications
Component characterization and quality verification for passive elements including resistors, capacitors, and inductors across audio through radiofrequency test bands.
## Compatibility & Integration
This model operates as a standalone instrument without network connectivity. SMD measurement adapters such as the PM 9540/TWE tweezers expand measurement capabilities to surface-mounted devices.
