Fluke Corporation T5-600 Electrical Tester with Open Jaw Current

by Fluke

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

The Fluke T5 Electrical Testers let you check-Voltage, continuity and current with one compact tool. With the T5, all you have to do is select-Volt, ohms or current and the tester does the rest. Open Jaw current lets you check current up to 100A - without breaking the circuit. Its tough test leads stow neatly in the back of the tester, making it easy to tote the T5 in your tool pouch.

Product Description

• Electrical tester with OpenJaw™ current
• The T5 electrical tester lets you check voltage, continuity and current with one compact tool
• All you have to do is select volts, ohms, or current and the tester does the rest
• OpenJaw™ current lets you check current up to 100A - without breaking the current

Product Details

Data Sheet [387kb PDF]

• Product Dimensions: 5 x 8 x 6 inches ; 13.6 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B0006Z3GZU
• Item model number: T5-600
• Batteries: 2 AA batteries required. (included)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,893 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #14 in Home Improvement > Electrical > Tools & Testers > Multi Testers
  • #49 in Home Improvement > Power & Hand Tools > Measuring & Layout Tools > Scanners & Testers

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

36 of 36 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Recommended by Fine Homebuilding magazine, July 2005, August 21, 2005

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B. T. Denyer "Web designer" (San Francisco, CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Fluke Corporation T5-600 Electrical Tester with Open Jaw Current (Tools & Home Improvement)

I originally bought this model based on the recommendation in the July 2005 issue of Fine Homebuilding magazine, listed as a "dependable tester."

I've had difficulty with multimeters in the past, but never with a Fluke brand multimeter. I've droped Flukes down ladders, on concrete, and they still work like a champ. They work so well and are so trusted, it's the only brand of test equipment that the U.S. military does NOT require to have regular calibrations (though Fluke does recommend an annual calibration.)

Pros:

- The best feature (for me) is that the test lead can be plugged into the back of the unit and used like a big handle. This means that you can hold the Fluke in one hand with the hot lead sticking out the "jaw" end while your other hand holds the other lead in place. No more trying to find a place for the meter to sit.

- "Slim Reach" probe tips (4mm) are flattened to allow tips to be easily inserted into outlets. Still round, but have flat sides to them. Tips are replaceable.

- Leads stow in the back of the meter.

- Audible continuity beeper is plenty loud. I've been able to hear it over engine noise.

- The "automatic" and "auto-select" features are quick. Simply select volts, stick your probes, and you have a reading within a couple seconds.

- Dust and water "resistant." (I wouldn't go swimming with it or anything.)

- Has a "low battery" indicator.

- 2-year warranty. Save that receipt!

Cons:

- Pricey, when compared to other brands. But, I feel the quality speaks for itself here.

- Made in China (for those of you that want to know.)

Specifications:

Precise digital resolution to 0.1 amp, 1 ohm, and 1 volt (AC/DC.)

Uses two AA zinc chloride or alkaline batteries

Current sensor opening "jaw" = 12.9 mm

"Can stay connected much longer than solenoid type tester"

I HIGHLY recommend this multimeter for the professional as well as the do-it-yourselfer.

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Well worth the cost, October 8, 2006

By 

G. Cox (The Missouri Ozarks) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Fluke Corporation T5-600 Electrical Tester with Open Jaw Current (Tools & Home Improvement)

This tester does everything I need and so far (6 mo), has stood up to whatever kind of abuse I've able to throw at it. As the previous reviewer mentioned, one of its best features is that you can lock one of the probes into the back of the meter and use the whole thing as a kind of big probe -- no problems with finding where to set the meter or where to look for the reading. Only improvement I could think of would be a light for the LCD panel.

Simple controls, solid construction, and looks like it was designed by someone who has actually tried to use a meter while on top of a step ladder. Well worth the extra $$.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars great tester, February 8, 2008

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Luis R. Vasquez Torres (Caracas , Venezuela) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Fluke Corporation T5-600 Electrical Tester with Open Jaw Current (Tools & Home Improvement)

This tester is great. Enough to do many jobs in your houses.

The automatic selector of voltage is one advantage to non professional people.

The open clamp is great but if you want to measure more than 100 amps you'll have to buy another one ( see Fluke 322 )

You must be carefull with the teast leads, they are really sharp.I really recommend to buy with the T5, the starter kit.