Fluke177 ESFP True RMS Digital Multimeter

My (very) old Fluke Model 12B had finally developed a creeping obliteration of its LCD screen and although the battered case was still intact, I felt it was about time to act interceptively and replace it. I have purchased numerous cheapie meters to augment my Fluke but always used it as the Standard by which they invariably, came up short. I like RMS accuracy and bells and whistles like capacitance, auto-ranging and frequency measurement. The Model 177, also offered current measurement, seemed like the logical upgrade, and the numerous "extra" features clinched the deal. No need to go a step higher, I'm a tinkerer, not a research engineer.Much shopping revealed an Asian version of the 177 that was a bit cheaper but hinted at being of lesser quality and lacking the Fluke warranty. This made me decide to check carefully and Buy American, even though I know that electronic components are sourced world wide.I decided to go with "the best" and am happy that I did so. My "Assembled in the US of US and Foreign Components" (it says so right on the case, and sports a code #) performs beautifully and although pricey, I now have an instrument that I can rely upon for as long as I need it. Okay, I may spring for a better probe set in the future, but there was no discount for buying it at the time and I am a little shy about "package deals" and chose to stick with a straight Amazon purchase with a traceable warranty trail, just in case I ever need it.Would I buy it again? Well, yes, but barring an uncontrollable disaster, I don't expect to.

Excellent unit! I blew up several cheaper ones before I finally decided that I could handle a much more expensive meter. Love this thing!!!

Good product at great price

True to Fluke quality ratings. Multipurpose meter (capacitance, frequency, diode check, mA setting).

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