Fluke 773 – Saving Time by Not Breaking the Loop on 4-20 mA Signal Measurements
Article: Fluke 773: Saving Time by Not Breaking the Loop on 4-20 mA Signal Measurements
The new fluke 773 milliamp process clamp meter lets you troubleshoot and repair live devices that use the popular 4-20 mA output signal. It measures 4 to 20 mA signals five times faster than traditional multimeters and without breaking the loop so you can take readings with live devices still running and avoid costly downtime. It also sources and simulates mA process signals and provides 24 V loop power for testing devices in the field, plus a dual backlit display showing mA measurement and percent of span. It also offers a detachable jaw that can be used as a remote jaw connected to the main body of the meter by an extension cable for easier measurements in tight spaces. Plus, it saves battery life with automatic power-off.
Powering Up: Exploring the Fluke 773 Milliamp Process Clamp Meter
This is the premier mA Clamp Meter designed to save time and money by eliminating time-wasting activities like: Taking mA measurements by removing and then reinserting a wire Breaking a loop to test analog input/output on a device Calling the control room to isolate a loop Using a multimeter to measure voltage or current Using another tool to verify mA readings Scaled mA output