Pince multimètre AC/DC TRMS à mâchoire détachable Fluke 365

It's awsome, Can get into tight bundles to measure current. Clip becomes loose in it's holder over time though.

I am an automotive technician. I need to test for quiescent draws on a regular basis. This meter is rock solid. Most DC amp clamp meter readings will bounce around continuously and will cause you to second guess your diagnosis. The only reason I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 is because of the range. The lowest reading is .1 amp or 100 milliamps. It will, however, round up to .1 amps at 50 milliamps, and I can work with that.

This is a very useful troubleshooting tool for experienced electrical people who benefit from having current measurement available. Since the clamp is both AC and DC compatable, the clamp on can also be used to do DC current measurements on vehicles such as alternator output measurements.

I work in the solar industry and the combiner boxes have large quantities of #10 AWG wire looped for testing. This meter is perfect for this application. The detachable jaw is small, slightly pointed and thus very easy to manuver while still being able to read the main unit. Big plus!

I also have another AC/DC Fluke that was around the same price a few years ago. I would happily trade that one in for this model. Because of the smaller jaw, I suspect that the 365 may be more accurate than the larger jaw models in my particular application and it can fit around all but the largest sets of wires.

This is a very handy, basic meter and so far has met nearly all my expectations. The clamp is big enough to get around (at least) a 3/0 feed wire but small enough for tight spaces. It's range is 0-200A and 600V (AC/DC). The removable clamp is really handy for getting into tight spaces and is designed to reject spurious signals from nearby wires - even when dealing with a jumbled mess (as in, "This Old House" wiring). I believe in the brand - a Fluke's never failed me and I believe I can trust its accuracy and safety. Always a doubt in my mind when using cheapo brands.

A couple of things I thought were pretty good: A) The cord's usable length is just under 36" and rolls up nicely on its spool in the back. B) Clamp always goes back in properly and fits snugly. C) the spotlight is bright and wide and very handy for working with the power off. D) the backlight is fine - nothing special, good or bad. E) Auto-off is 15 minutes (kills the spotlight and backlight, of course, too). F) Comes with a generously sized nylon pouch so it's easy to stow. G) Like most Flukes, there's a webbed magnetic strap that works very well. The magnet is plenty strong and will not slip while the meter is hanging from it. H) Instead of averaging (like used on most cheap meters) this is true RMS. I) I saw absolutely no spurious signals or "leakage" from nearby live wires. This concern was actually why I bought a Fluke, and I was not disappointed.

A couple of things I'll observe that might bug others: A) It's not a micro-ammeter. Accuracy is 100 milliamps, which is fine for my needs. B) It doesn't have a Min/Max register, which I really would have liked - hence only 4 stars. Fluke offers something like 18 clamp meters ranging from under $100 to $2000 retail. So, this is in their mid-low range, however it's the only clamp meter in their line that has a detachable clamp. So, if you need Min/Max and Detachable, you need another brand. They do make "accessory" current clamps - just the clamp and lead wire that you plugs into your existing ammeter, but these crazy things cost as much as the 365! C) The manual says to keep the strap's magnet away from the clamp. Sensible enough. But I wonder if most folks will catch that advice - once the strap is attached, the magnet aligns perfectly with the nose of the clamp. Might have considered a longer or shorter strap to make it more idiot proof... D) like most of the Fluke clamp meters I looked at Ohmmeter range is 0-6000 ohms. Found that a little odd, but not something I'll need (have a conventional multimeter that will handle megaohms if that's even needed).

I considered a wide range of other products and meter types. Being my first clamp meter, I find it extremely versatile... Now measuring current is so simple - and safe. I like the product a lot, but do wish it had the Min/Max register. Ultimately it's doing its job and I'm happy with the purchase. Would recommend to a friend, with caveat.