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Fluke Australia awards Fluke tools to Australian winners of WorldSkills 2011

liz — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 00:44:13 +0000

November 17, 2011 – Fluke Corporation, the global leader in portable electronic test and measurement technology, has announced it is awarding Fluke tools to the Australian winners of the WorldSkills 2011 competition held in London in October.

WorldSkills London 2011 was the largest ever international skills competition and careers event with young people from 51 countries/regions competing to be the best of the best in their chosen skill.

The Australian winners are:
* Benjamin Houghton, gold in the electrical installations category, who will be awarded a Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter, TL81A Electronic Test Lead Set and a C550 Tool Bag
* Liam Janetzki, silver in the refrigeration and air conditioning category, who will be awarded a Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter and a C550 Tool Bag.
* Ben Hooper, Michael Theobald and Matthew Hall, bronze in the manufacturing team challenge, who will each be awarded a Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter.

Henk van Velze, acting managing director, Fluke Australia, said, “Fluke Australia would like to congratulate the Australian representatives that attended WorldSkills 2011 and received places in their skills categories.

“As a World Skills International global industry partner, Fluke Corporation is proud to be helping the next generation of industry talent.”

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About WorldSkills International
WorldSkills International is a not for profit membership association open to agencies or bodies which have a responsibility for promoting vocational education and training in their respective countries/regions. WorldSkills International operates worldwide and is politically and denominationally neutral.

About Fluke
Founded in 1948, Fluke Corporation is the world leader in compact, professional electronic test tools. Fluke tools deliver the testing and troubleshooting capabilities that are critical to keep commerce and industry running smoothly. Fluke customers are technicians, engineers, electricians, metrologists and building diagnostic professionals who install, troubleshoot and manage industrial, electrical and electronic equipment and calibration processes for quality control and building restoration. In the past five years, Fluke tools won more than 50 industry awards, including Test and Measurement World Best in Test, Control Engineering Engineer’s Choice and Plant Engineering Product of the Year. Fluke is a registered trademark of Fluke Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. The names of actual companies and products mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners.

Fluke Calibration COMPASS® for Pressure version 4.0 software automates pressure calibration

liz — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 23:19:52 +0000

September 12, 2011 – Fluke Calibration, a leader in precision calibration instrumentation and software, introduces COMPASS for Pressure version 4.0 pressure calibration management software.

This latest version of the industry-leading pressure calibration software provides calibration professionals an off-the-shelf tool that maximises the automation of calibration and testing processes.

COMPASS for Pressure is a universal platform for all pressure calibration software needs. From piston gauges calibrating individual devices in the calibration lab to transfer standards characterising racks of sensors in production, the software lets calibration professionals advance from individual automated hardware components to a fully automated calibration system quickly without consuming internal engineering resources.

The new software integrates calibration functions with pressure-specific dependencies that are missing from more generic software. It lets users export test data directly to the MET/CAL Plus Calibration Management System, so users can easily manage inventory, calibration locations, maintenance and customers.

Version 4.0 features an improved interface between COMPASS and MET/CAL Plus, so that customised fields can be used easily and the migration process is even more transparent.

Version 4.0 adds auto-detect support for Ruska references and integrated support of Ruska auto-float controllers and piston gauge monitors, letting WinPrompt software users easily upgrade to the full-function COMPASS platform. It also features fully automated calibration and adjustment of Fluke 700 pressure modules when used with a Fluke controller reference.

For the laboratory manager who wants to grow into COMPASS software by purchasing licenses as needed, COMPASS 4.0 offers a new flexible and affordable seat-based licensing structure.

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For more information
For more information from Fluke Calibration, contact Fluke Australia, Locked Box 5004, Baulkham Hills, NSW 2153, call (02) 8850-3333, fax (02) 8850 3300, or e-mail sales@fluke.com.au. Visit Fluke’s website at www.fluke.com.au.

About Fluke Calibration
Fluke Calibration is a leader in precision calibration instrumentation and software for electrical, temperature, pressure, flow, and RF measurements. Calibration products from Fluke Calibration are found in calibration facilities around the world, including National Metrology Institutes, that demand the highest levels of performance and reliability, backed by state of the art metrology and uncompromising support. They are relied on by quality engineers, calibration technicians, and metrologists to instill confidence in the measurements that are critical to their organisations for quality, safety, reliability, and cost. Fluke, Fluke Calibration and DH Instruments are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Fluke Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. The names of actual companies and products mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners.

Fluke introduces the 750 Series Documenting Process Calibrators

liz — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 04:01:34 +0000

August 15, 2011 – Fluke Corporation, the global leader in portable electronic test and measurement technology, has introduced the 750 Series Documenting Process Calibrators.

Process professionals have long relied on the 743/744 Documenting Process Calibrators for advanced instrument calibration, especially in rugged environments.

Operating the new 750 Series is similar enough to the 743/744 that existing users will be able to immediately start using the 750 Series with no required training to get substantially increased performance from the new models.

These field tools calibrate temperature, pressure, voltage, current, resistance, and frequency and have three operating modes:
* measure
* source
* simultaneous measure/source.

The three operating modes let technicians troubleshoot, calibrate or maintain instrumentation with just one tool.

The 750 Series features an easy-to-follow, menu-driven display that guides users through tasks. Programmable calibration routines let technicians create and run automated as-found/as-left procedures to ensure fast, consistent calibrations. The recorded results can then be easily downloaded to a PC via the USB port, eliminating the need for manual transcription.

Improvements over the original model include a graphical display that is now bright enough for readings to be seen in any light condition. The multi-lingual interface displays instructions in English, French, German, Spanish or Italian.

Another popular improvement is the new, rechargeable Li-ion battery pack, which provides enough power for an entire shift and can be charged from within the calibrator.

Brand-new and included with every 750 series calibrator is the C799 soft case. This unique case features a clear window to shield the calibrator from the elements while still giving the operator full access to the calibrator’s controls and keyboard. The case design includes an input-output slot for test leads, open side pockets to connect a pressure module, and ample storage for a pressure module, hand pumps, test leads and interconnect cables.

Integrated Highway Addressable Remote Transducer (HART) communication capability
The 754 model is the first field calibrator for HART instruments that is both powerful and easy to use. The 754 offers fast HART communication and requires no external box or secondary tool to perform everyday HART calibration and maintenance. The 754 is easy to update as additional instruments are added and new HART versions are released, and is backed by the service and support of Fluke, a member of the HART Communications Foundation.

Support for popular instrumentation management software
The 750 Series works with the new Fluke DPC/TRACK™ 2 software for managing calibration records and data. It features an instrumentation database that makes it easy to manage instrumentation, create and schedule tests, load and unload the calibrator, print a variety of standard reports, and manage calibration data.

The 750 Series also works with calibration management solutions from Honeywell Meridium, Emerson, Cornerstone, Yokogawa, Prime Technologies, Intergraph, and others.

The Fluke 750 series comes standard with three sets of stackable test leads, three sets of TP220 test probes with three sets of ‘extended tooth’ alligator clips, two sets AC280 hook clips, C799 Field Soft Case, Li-ion battery pack, battery charger, USB communication cable, getting started guide, instruction manual on CD-ROM, NIST traceable certificate of calibration, DPC/TRACK 2 software sample, and a three-year warranty. Model Fluke-754 includes HART communication cable.

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For more information
For more information on Fluke tools and applications, or to find the location of your nearest distributor, contact Fluke Australia, Locked Box 5004, Baulkham Hills, NSW 2153, call (02) 8850-3333, fax (02) 8850 3300, or e-mail sales@fluke.com.au. Visit Fluke’s website at www.fluke.com.au.

Fluke introduces 434/PWR Power Quality Analyser

liz — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 02:35:50 +0000

July 15, 2011 – Fluke Corporation, the global leader in portable electronic test and measurement technology, has introduced the Fluke® 434/PWR Power Quality Analyser for easy energy analysis.

The instrument helps electricians, field service engineers and maintenance technicians uncover energy waste in commercial and factory buildings as well as in equipment and machines.

The 434/PWR can be used to conduct energy consumption studies and electrical load analysis, and to perform power quality logging and analysis surveys. The power analyser can also help technicians demonstrate the benefits of efficiency improvements by testing energy consumption.

The instrument measures harmonic distortion caused by electronic loads, and analyses reliability problems by capturing voltage dips and swells from load switching.

A full-colour display uses industry-standard, user-selectable colour coding to correlate measurements with actual wiring. It logs incoming data with a unique AutoTrend function that highlights changes of data over time. The data can then be analysed with Fluke’s Power Log software, which is included with the 434/PWR.

AutoTrend gives quick insight into changes over time. With a single push of a button, the system monitor gives an overview of power system performance. It also checks that incoming power complies with standard limits or custom specifications. Trend analysis is made easier by automatic scaling of the vertical axis, so the waveforms can always be shown on a full display.

Load studies and energy assessments
The 434/PWR is a complete three-phase troubleshooting tool that measures virtually every power system parameter: voltage, current, frequency, power, energy consumption, cos ? or power factor, unbalance and harmonics and inter-harmonics.

The instrument captures events like dips and swells, interruptions and rapid voltage changes based upon ½ cycle rms values. Two groups of four channels simultaneously measure voltage and current on all three phases and neutral. The 434/PWR meets 600 V CAT IV, 1000 V CAT III safety standards required for measurements at service entrance.

A logging function lets users customise measurement selections and provides analysis to find intermittent problems or relate power quality issues to other phenomena/events. The logger provides detailed and user-configurable long-term recording. It gives MIN, MAX and AVG readings of up to 100 parameters on all four phases. Averaging time can be selected down to 0.5 seconds (or 1 minute for one day’s recording, 10 minutes for one week, 30 minutes for one month or more).

Extensive data analysis
The 434/PWR can perform extensive data analysis. Cursors and zoom can be used “live” while taking the measurements, or ‘offline’ on stored measurement data. The stored measurements can also be transferred to Power Log software.

Designed to quickly view recorded data, the built-in Power Log software displays all recorded parameters on interactive trends. Users can generate professional-looking, customised reports using the report generator, or copy and paste images into reports manually.

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For more information
For more information on Fluke power quality tools, or to find the location of your nearest distributor, contact Fluke Australia, Locked Box 5004, Baulkham Hills, NSW 2153, call (02) 8850-3333, fax (02) 8850 3300, or e-mail sales@fluke.com.au. Visit Fluke’s website at www.fluke.com.au.

Fluke introduces ScopeMeter® 190 Series II 2-channel Portable Oscilloscopes

liz — Thu, 07 Jul 2011 22:44:39 +0000

July 7, 2011 – Fluke Corporation, the global leader in portable electronic test and measurement technology, has introduced the Fluke ScopeMeter® 190 Series II 2-channel handheld portable oscilloscopes.

These new models combine the power of a 2 channel oscilloscope with a 5000 count digital multimeter and paperless recording modes, creating an advanced test and measurement tool that service and maintenance professionals can rely on for troubleshooting equipment performance problems in the field.

The 2-channel models join the recently-introduced 4-channel ScopeMeter 190 Series II models to create the first full line of high-performance portable oscilloscopes with 2 or 4 independently isolated input channels, rugged sealed case and CAT III 1000V/ CAT IV 600V safety rating.

Fluke ScopeMeter test tools are ideal for service, installation or maintenance tasks on industrial electronics, electrical machinery or control systems.

Oscilloscopes are tools that extend electrical or electronic troubleshooting techniques by providing a clear picture of what an electrical signal looks like. By visually analysing the waveform you can instantly see common signal disturbances like noise, distortion or transients.

Closely inspecting the waveform over the amplitude or time domain can reveal errors like signal attenuation, fluctuation, drift or even unwanted offsets and jitter. Capturing and assessing the extent of these anomalies is the first step in diagnosing an electrical system failure. The Fluke 190 Series II is the right tool for the task.

The Fluke ScopeMeter is the industry standard for portable, safe and rugged oscilloscopes. They are the only portable oscilloscopes that combine a sealed case that is dust and drip proof tested in accordance to IP51 with a design that is tested to withstand 3g vibration or 30g shock.

Popular enhancements in the new 190 Series II include extended battery life, hot-swappable batteries and a higher safety rating. The ScopeMeter operates for up to 4 hours with a 2400 mAh Li-Ion pack (standard with 2 channel models) or up to 7 hours with the high capacity 4800 mAh Li-Ion pack (standard with 4 channel models optional for the 2 channel models). The battery door makes it possible to quickly swap in a fresh charged battery. Independent electrically isolated inputs safety rated to CAT III 1000 V/CAT IV make it safe for engineers or technicians to measure everything from low voltage control signals all the way up to a 3-phase mains power supply.

The ScopeMeter 190 Series II is available in 200 MHz and100 MHz, either 2 or 4 channel, plus an additional 2 channel 60 MHz model. With up to 2.5 GS/s sampling rate and deep memory of up to 10,000 sample points per input the new 190 Series II will capture and display just about any waveform or waveform anomaly. With two electrically isolated USB ports, users can conveniently store data to a USB memory device or easily connect to a PC and transfer waveforms or screen images for data analysis or archive.

Fluke ScopeMeter test tools are full featured and high performance yet easy enough to use that technicians and engineers alike use them for a wide range of plant maintenance and field service applications from installation and commissioning to maintenance and troubleshooting of industrial, electro-mechanical, process, and automation electronic, medical imaging equipment, and communications and avionics systems.

With the increase in both robotics and co-gen systems, many industrial facilities now particularly require the capability to capture, display and diagnose amplitude, time, wave shape or disturbance related problems on signals from motor controls, programmable logic controllers, power supplies, inverters, actuators, sensors and encoders.

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Fluke Introduces the P3 Series thermal imagers

liz — Tue, 07 Jun 2011 02:27:29 +0000

June 6, 2011 – Fluke Corporation, the global leader in portable electronic test and measurement technology, introduces the P3 Series.

The P3 Series thermal imagers deliver proven, practical performance for a wide range of diagnostic applications. Based on the award-winning Ti32, the P3 Series adds four additional products providing high-performance imagers for any budget.

The P3 Series includes the Ti32 and TiR32 models, plus the new Ti27 and Ti29 models for industrial, electrical, mechanical, and process applications, and TiR27 and TiR29 models for building inspection, energy audit, weatherisation, and building maintenance applications.

All models are specifically designed to work in even the harshest environments and provide superior image quality with one-handed, easy-to-use interfaces.

The new family of imagers feature industry-leading thermal sensitivity, the largest total pixel image count (76,800 pixels for the Ti32/TiR32 models) and superior spatial resolution that, combined with the 9.4 centimetre diagonal, full VGA-color LCD displays, provides sharp, clear images to make it easy to spot even the slightest temperature difference.

The imagers measure temperature from -20 ºC to 600 ºC on Ti models (-20 ºC to 150 ºC on TiR models) and feature a high temperature colour alarm on the industrial models and low temperature or dewpoint colour alarm on the building models.

The P3 Series features patented Fluke IR-Fusion® technology that captures infrared and visible light images and simultaneously displays them fused together to better diagnose issues. It features multiple viewing modes and lets users manipulate images right on the camera’s display. By enabling users to manage and analyse images with complete control over both the infrared and visible light spectrums, IR-Fusion makes it easier to identify details and potential problems.

The P3 Series thermal imagers have optional interchangeable wide-angle and IR-Fusion-enabled telephoto lenses (only available from Fluke) to cover any application. All models feature high-resolution displays with infrared detector resolutions up to 320 x 240 pixels for crisp, detailed images.

Fluke SmartView® professional IR analysis and reporting software is included with each thermal imager with unlimited licenses and free lifetime upgrades. The modular suite of tools for viewing, annotating, editing and analysing infrared images lets users edit images in five viewing modes and generate customised professional reports in a few steps using its report wizard. The software fully supports Fluke IR-Fusion technology and features Fluke 3D-IR™ three-dimensional viewing that makes hot or cold spots pop out of the background for easy viewing and analysis.

The Fluke P3 Series thermal imagers come complete with a 2GB memory card, two rechargeable batteries that provide more than 4 hours operating time each, AC charger/power supply, adjustable hand strap and Fluke signature hard and soft transport cases.

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Fluke thermography
Fluke offers a full range of thermal imagers for industrial/electrical, process and building diagnostic applications. For more on Fluke thermal imaging products, contact, or to find the location of your nearest distributor, contact Fluke Australia, Locked Box 5004, Baulkham Hills, NSW 2153, call (02) 8850-3333, fax (02) 8850 3300, or e-mail sales@fluke.com.au. Visit Fluke’s website at www.fluke.com.au.

New breakthrough Fluke 810 Vibration Tester now available in Australia and New Zealand

liz — Fri, 27 May 2011 00:51:31 +0000

May 26, 2011 – Fluke Corporation, the global leader in portable electronic test and measurement technology, has introduced the Fluke 810 Vibration Tester.

The most advanced troubleshooting instrument available for vibration, the Fluke 810 enables maintenance teams to rapidly collect data and diagnose and solve mechanical problems with an affordable, easy to use tool.

The handheld Fluke 810 is designed and programmed to diagnose the most common mechanical problems of unbalance, looseness, misalignment and bearing failures in a wide variety of mechanical equipment, including motors, fans, blowers, belts and chain drives, gearboxes, couplings, pumps, compressors, closed coupled machines and spindles.

When it detects a fault, the Fluke 810 identifies the problem and rates its severity on a four-level scale to help the maintenance professional prioritise maintenance tasks, and recommends repairs. Context-sensitive on-board help menus provide new users with real-time guidance and tips.

Many industrial maintenance teams work under severe financial and time constraints. The Fluke 810 Vibration Tester uses a simple step-by-step process to report on machine faults the first time measurements are taken, without prior measurement history. The combination of plain-text diagnoses, severity ratings and repair recommendations helps users make better maintenance decisions and address critical problems first.

Typical vibration analysers and software are intended for monitoring machine condition over the longer term, but they require special training and investment that may not be possible in many companies. The Fluke 810 is designed specifically for maintenance professionals who need to troubleshoot mechanical problems and quickly understand the root cause of equipment condition.

Mechanical diagnosis with the Fluke 810 begins when the user places the Fluke triaxial TEDS accelerometer on the machine under test. The accelerometer has a magnetic mount and can also be installed by attaching a mounting pad using adhesive. A quick-disconnect cable connects the accelerometer to the Fluke 810 tester. As the machine under test operates, the accelerometer detects its vibration along three planes of movement and transmits that information to the Fluke 810. Using a set of advanced algorithms, the 810 Vibration Tester then provides a plain-text diagnosis of the machine with a recommended solution.

A new approach to machine testing
Evaluating mechanical equipment typically requires comparing its condition over time to a previously established baseline condition. Vibration analysers used in condition-based monitoring or predictive maintenance programs rely upon these baseline conditions to evaluate machine condition and estimate remaining operating life.

In contrast, the Fluke 810 is a troubleshooting tool that analyses current machinery condition and identifies faults by comparing vibration data to an extensive set of rules developed over years of field experience.

The Fluke 810 determines fault severity using a unique technology to simulate a fault-free condition and establish a baseline for instant comparison to gathered data. This means that every measurement taken is compared to a “like new” machine.

Viewer application software
The Fluke 810 Vibration Tester includes Viewer PC software, compatible with Windows XP and Vista, to expand its data storage and tracking capability. With Viewer the user can:
* create machine setups at the computer keyboard and transfer the data to the 810 Vibration Tester
* generate diagnostic reports in a PDF file format
* view vibration spectra in greater detail
* import and store JPEG images and Fluke .IS2 thermal images for a more complete view of a machine’s condition.

The Fluke 810 Vibration Tester comes with embedded diagnostic technology, triaxial TEDS accelerometer, accelerometer magnet mount, accelerometer mounting pad kit with adhesive, accelerometer quick-disconnect cable, laser tachometer and storage pouch, smart battery pack with cable and adapters, shoulder strap, adjustable hand strap, Viewer PC application software, mini-USB to USB cable, Getting Started Guide, illustrated Quick Reference Guide, User Manual CD-ROM and a hard carrying case.

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About Fluke
Fluke Corporation is the leader in compact, professional electronic test tools. Fluke customers are technicians, engineers, electricians, metrologists and building diagnostic professionals who install, troubleshoot, and manage industrial electrical, mechanical and electronic equipment and calibration processes for quality control as well as conducting building restoration and remediation services. Fluke is a registered trademark of Fluke Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. The names of actual companies and products mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners.

Fluke Australia congratulates NECA Group Training Awards winners

liz — Tue, 24 May 2011 02:35:18 +0000

May 23, 2011 – Fluke Australia is proud to sponsor the 3rd Place TAFE Awards at the NECA Group Training Apprentice Awards held this month.

Fluke would like to congratulate Shaun Moore, Richard Madden and Martin O’Reilly, who each received the 3rd Place TAFE Award for their year. The awards are based on an average of the apprentices TAFE results for 2010 with the winners achieving the highest marks for their subjects.

NECA Group Training is recognised in the electro-technology industry as having some of the best apprentices in training, and these awards are a way of acknowledging the outstanding achievements of its apprentices.

Steve Hood, managing director, Fluke Australia, said, “Fluke Australia believes that businesses in the industry need to support apprentices in order to ensure that talent is nurtured, and that the future of the industry is in good hands.”

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About Fluke
Fluke Corporation is the leader in compact, professional electronic test tools. Fluke customers are technicians, engineers, electricians, metrologists and building diagnostic professionals who install, troubleshoot, and manage industrial electrical and electronic equipment and calibration processes for quality control as well as conducting building restoration and remediation services. In just the past year, Fluke tools won more than 15 industry awards including Test and Measurement World Best in Test, Control Engineering Engineer’s Choice, and Plant Engineering Product of the Year. Fluke is a registered trademark of Fluke Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. The names of actual companies and products mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners.

Fluke Electronics introduces the 481 Radiation Survey Meter

liz — Thu, 19 May 2011 00:20:50 +0000

Sydney, May 18, 2011 – Fluke Electronics, the world leader in compact, professional electronic test and measurement tools, introduces the 481 Radiation Survey Meter for industrial radiation safety.

This simple, easily-deployable hand-held radiation detector lets facility managers quickly check for contamination everywhere it can go, from receiving docks, warehouses, vehicles and packages to people.

The highly-sensitive Fluke 481 is ideal for detecting radiation on goods, equipment, surfaces, or environments in industrial settings to ensure worker safety.

The meters’ ion chamber, preferred over other devices for its precision accuracy, provides quick, accurate readings of skin dose (beta), deep dose (gamma) and x-ray radiation with simple two-button operation.

If radiation is found, a clear and quantifiable result lets managers comply with federal guidelines while avoiding unnecessary steps that might halt operations, impact productivity or lead to lost revenue.

The Fluke 481 works reliably indoors and outdoors thanks to its rugged sealed case and provides more than one week of continuous operation on two easily-replaceable 9-volt batteries. Its automated backlight keeps the meter visible inside truck trailers and other low-light conditions.

Proven in use by state and local governmental emergency response professionals, state inspectors, HAZMAT teams, and nuclear power workers, the Fluke 481 is the simple solution for industrial professionals to maintain a safe and operational work environment for employees.

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For more information
The Fluke 481 is available for immediate delivery from Fluke sales channel partners worldwide. For more information on Fluke tools and applications, or to find the location of your nearest distributor, contact Fluke Australia, Locked Box 5004, Baulkham Hills, NSW 2153, call (02) 8850-3333, fax (02) 8850 3300, or e-mail sales@fluke.com.au. Visit Fluke’s website at www.fluke.com.au.

New TL175 TwistGuard™ Test Leads change tip length with a single twist, earning CAT II, CAT III and CAT IV safety ratings

liz — Tue, 05 Apr 2011 04:18:32 +0000

Sydney, April 5, 2011 – Fluke Corporation, the global leader in portable electronic test and measurement technology has announced the availability of the new TL175 TwistGuard Test Leads, the only test leads with a manually adjustable test tip guard for use in changing measurement situations.

By twisting the test lead, the user can change the exposed probe tip length from 4/25 inch (4 mm) to ¾ inch (19 mm). When the tip guard is fully extended, the TL175 Test Leads are safety rated for CAT III 1000 V and CAT IV 600 V use. When the tip guard is retracted, the test leads are safety rated for CAT II 1000 V use.

WearGuard™ indicator provides added safety factor
The new TL175 Test Leads are also Fluke’s first leads with WearGuard™ insulation.

Each test lead is covered by two layers of silicone insulation, red or black on the outside, and white on the inside. If the TL175 Test Leads become nicked or scuffed and white insulation is visible, the user has a visual warning that the test leads should be replaced.

While the WearGuard indicator shows excessive wear, the TL175 Test Leads are designed to last longer than any other leads currently available. The dual-layer silicone insulation resists melting if it comes in contact with hot surfaces and remains flexible in cold situations. The extra-heavy duty strain relief, built into both the probe-end and the plug-end, has been tested beyond 30,000 bends without failure.

The universal input plugs work with all popular brands of digital multimeters with 4 mm input jacks.

Screw-on tips add versatility
The TL175 Test Leads also offer screw threads at the base of the probe. This lets the user add screw-on clips, probes and specialty tips. The threads improve measurement reliability, while the wide range of probe tips enhances measurement productivity.

Pricing and availability
Fluke’s new TL175 TwistGuard Test Leads are available for immediate purchase at leading electronic and electrical distributors worldwide.

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About Fluke

Fluke Corporation is the leader in compact, professional electronic test tools. Fluke customers are technicians, engineers, electricians, metrologists and building diagnostic professionals who install, troubleshoot, and manage industrial electrical and electronic equipment and calibration processes for quality control as well as conducting building restoration and remediation services. In just the past year, Fluke tools won more than 15 industry awards including Test and Measurement World Best in Test, Control Engineering Engineer’s Choice, and Plant Engineering Product of the Year. Fluke is a registered trademark of Fluke Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. The names of actual companies and products mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners.