Fluke 115 vs. Fluke 117 True RMS Digital Multimeter Comparison Guide

Customers often ask about the differences between the Fluke 115 and 117 digital multimeters, as both 6000 count 3.5 digit Fluke meters offer exceptional features at an affordable price point. While your intended application should always be the determining factor in deciding which multimeter to purchase, the information below can help you decide which meter is right for you. A couple points to consider:

Fluke Considers the 117 an Electrician’s Digital Multimeter while the 115 is Intended for More General Testing

Basically, the Fluke 117 was designed for settings where accuracy is of the utmost importance – such as the electrical maintenance of operation-critical commercial facilities. The AutoV/Loz function “prevents false readings caused by ghost voltage”, and the VoltAlert feature allows for “go/no-go non-contact AC voltage detection”. The Fluke 115 does not offer this functionality as is better suited for verification testing in the field. Additionally, the 117 includes automatic selection of ac/dc volts, a feature not included with the 115.

Transcat Comparison: Fluke 115 vs 117 - Key Differences

Both Units are Tested Safe for Use in CAT III 600V Environments and are Otherwise Quite Similar

In terms of Voltage, Current, Resistance, Frequency, and Capacitance measurement, the 115 and 117 are identical. Both are safe for CAT III 600V environments and boast a basic DC accuracy of +/- .5%. The general appearance and weight are also nearly identical, apart from the AutoV/Loz and Volt Alert indicators on the 117.

Neither the 115 or 117 offer Temperature Measurement, Data Logging, or a Lifetime Warranty

For those advanced features check out the Fluke 87-5, 179, or 289 Digital Industrial Multimeters.

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Models
Compact Meters 117 115
Counts 6000 6000
True-rms readings ac ac
Basic dc accuracy 0.50% 0.50%
Wide bandwidth    
Auto/manual ranging •/• •/•
Digits 3-1/2 3-1/2
ATEX II 2G Eex ia IICT4 safety rating Zone 1 and Zone 2    
 
Measurements 117 115
Voltage ac/dc 600 V 600 V
Current ac/dc 10 A 10 A
Resistance 40 MΩ 40 MΩ
Frequency 100 kHz 100 kHz
Capacitance 10,000 µF 10,000 µF
Temperature    
dB    
Conductance    
Duty cycle/pulse width    
Continuity/diode test
Motor Drive (ASD) Measurements    
VoltAlert™, non-contact voltage detection  
VCHEK™    
LoZ: low input impedance  
Lo Ohms    
Microamps    
 
Display 117 115
Wireless capabilities    
Dot matrix display    
Dual display    
Analog bargraph
Backlight
Graphical trend display    
 
Diagnostics and Data 117 115
Min Max recording/with time stamp •/– •/–
Fast Min Max    
Display Hold/Auto (Touch) Hold •/– •/–
Relative reference    
Stand alone logging    
Trend Capture    
Readings memories    
USB interface    
 
Other Features 117 115
Automatic selection, ac/dcvolts  
Real time clock    
Overmolded case, integrated holster    
Removable holster
Closed case calibration
Separate battery/fuse access
Completely sealed/ watertight    
Automatic power off
Low battery indication
Operating temperature range -10 to +50 °C -10 to +50 °C
 
Warranty and Electrical Safety 117 115
Warranty (years) 3 3
Input alert    
Dangerous voltage indication
IP Rating IP42 IP42
EN61010-1 CAT III 600 V 600 V
EN61010-1 CAT IV