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Fluke 279 FC Thermal Multimeter

Find. Repair. Validate. Report.

The 279 FC is a full-featured digital multimeter with integrated
thermal imaging and is designed to increase your productivity and
confidence. The thermal multimeter helps you find, repair, validate,
and report many electrical issues quickly so that you are confident
problems are solved.

Locate the problem immediately

Thermal imaging multimeters are a first-line troubleshooting tool
for electrical equipment that can check hot spots on high-voltage
equipment and transformers, detect heating of fuses, wires, insula-
tors, connectors, splices and switches. Scanning with the 279 FC’s
thermal imager reveals many electrical issues rapidly and from a
CAMERA safe distance. By combining two tools into one, the thermal multi-
Built-in thermal imager
meter lightens the load and increases productivity.

DISPLAY
Expanded functionality
Full-color LCD screen provides
clean, crisp readings Compatible with iFlex® (a flexible current clamp) to expand your
measurement capabilities and get into tight, hard to reach spaces
iFLEX®
for current measurement (up to 2500 A AC). The large full-color LCD
Expand your measurement
capabilities–get into tight, hard screen makes for easier and clearer viewing of images and read-
to reach spaces for current ings. The 10 hour+ rechargeable battery keeps you going all day
measurement (up to 2500 A AC) long under normal conditions.
FLUKE CONNECT
Transmit results wirelessly to your Communicate your results
smartphone with Fluke Connect With built-in Fluke Connect®, transmit results wirelessly to a
smartphone and save time on reporting to validate work is
complete. Troubleshoot better by instantly trending and monitoring
measurements live on your smartphone screen. Create and email
reports right from the field.
Product highlights
• Full-featured multimeter with built-in thermal • Save measurements and images while commu-
imager nicating wirelessly with a smart phone up to 20
• 15 measurement functions including: AC voltage feet/6.1 m away (no obstructions)
with low-pass filter, DC voltage, Resistance, Con- • Image resolution–80 x 60
tinuity, Capacitance, Diode test, Min/Max/Avg, AC • 3.5”/8.89 cm color LCD screen
current (with iFlex), Frequency • Rechargeable lithium ion battery allows for a
• Thermal imaging reveals many electrical issues for a full work day (10+ hours) under normal
quickly and safely, eliminating the need for conditions
time-consuming testing and validation • Assembled in the USA
• Two-in-one tool is designed to increase produc- • Three year standard warranty
tivity–no need to go back to the truck or office to
retrieve a shared camera or wait for the ther- • Auto power off to save battery power
mographer–do more in less time! • CAT III 1000 V, CAT IV 600 V measurement
• iFlex expands your measurement capabilities– category
get into tight, hard to reach spaces for current • Optional accessories: Fluke i2500-10 or i2500-
measurement (up to 2500 A AC) 18 iFlex® Flexible Current Probes, Fluke BC500
• Designed for durability, built to withstand AC Power Charger and Fluke BP500 Lithium-ion
a 3 m (9.8Ft) drop, double insulated with raised Battery 3000 mAh
rubber holster for increased protection

Specifications
AC voltage
Range1/resolution 600.0 mV / 0.1 mV
6.000 V / 0.001 V
60.00 V / 0.01 V
600.0 V / 0.1 V
1000 V / 1 V
Accuracy2, 3, 4, 5 45 Hz to 65 Hz 1.0 % + 3
65 Hz to 200 Hz 4.0 % + 3
200 Hz to 500 Hz 15 % + 3
AC mV
Range1/resolution 600.0 mV / 0.1 mV
Accuracy 2, 3, 4
45 Hz to 500 Hz 1.0 % + 3
1
AC voltage ranges are specified from 1 % of range to 100 % of range.
2
Crest factor of ≤ 3 at full scale up to 500 V, decreasing linearly to crest factor < 1.5 at 1000 V.
3
For non-sinusoidal waveforms, add - (2 % of reading + 2 % full scale) typical, for crest factor up to 3.
4
Do not exceed 107 V-Hz.
5
Full-time low pass filter

DC voltage
Range/resolution 6.000 V / 0.001 V
60.00 V / 0.01 V
600.0 V / 0.1 V
1000 V / 1 V
Accuracy 6 V, 60 V, 600 V 0.09 % + 2
1000 V 0.15 % + 2
DC mV
Range/resolution 600.0 mV / 0.1 mV
Accuracy 0.09 % + 2
Continuity
Range/resolution 600 Ω / 1 Ω
Accuracy Meter beeps at < 25 Ω, beeper detects opens or shorts of 600 μs or longer

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Detailed specifications (continued)
Resistance
Range/resolution 600.0 Ω / 0.1 Ω
6.000 kΩ / 0.001 kΩ
60.00 kΩ / 0.01 kΩ
600.0 kΩ / 0.1 kΩ
6.000 MΩ / 0.001 MΩ
50.00 MΩ / 0.01 MΩ
Accuracy 600 Ω 0.5 % + 2
6 kΩ to 600 kΩ 0.5 % + 1
50 MΩ 1.5 % + 3
Diode test
Range/resolution 2.000 V / 0.001 V
Accuracy 1%+2
Capacitance
Range/resolution 1000 nF / 1 nF
10.00 μF / 0.01 μF
100.0 μF / 0.1 μF
9999 μF1 / 1 μF
Accuracy 1000 nF thu 100 µF 1.2 % + 2
9999 µF 10 % typical
1
In the 9999 μF range for measurements to 1000 μF, the measurement accuracy is 1.2 % + 2.

AC current
Range/resolution 999.9 A / 0.1 A
2500 A / 1 A (with iFlex)
Accuracy 45 Hz to 500 Hz 3.0 % + 5
Frequency
Range/resolution 99.99 Hz / 0.01 Hz
999.9 Hz / 0.1 Hz
Accuracy 0.1 % + 1
Input characteristics
AC voltage Input impedance (nominal) > 10 MΩ < 100 pF
Common mode rejection ratio > 60 dB, DC to 60 Hz
(1 kΩ unbalance)
Overload protection 1100 V rms
DC voltage Input impedance (nominal) > 10 MΩ < 100 pF
Common mode rejection ratio > 120 dB at DC, 50 Hz or 60 Hz
(1 kΩ unbalance)
Normal mode rejection > 60 dB at 50 Hz or 60 Hz
Overload protection 1100 V rms
AC mV / DC mV Input impedance (nominal) > 10 MΩ < 100 pF
Common mode rejection ratio > 120 dB at DC, 50 Hz or 60 Hz
(1 kΩ unbalance)
Normal mode rejection > 60 dB at 50 Hz or 60 Hz
Overload protection 1100 V rms
Resistance / capacitance Open circuit test voltage < 2.7 V DC
Full scale voltage to 6 MΩ < 0.7 V DC
Full scale voltage 50 MΩ < 0.9 V DC
Typical short circuit current < 350 mA
Overload protection 1100 V rms
Continuity / diode test Open circuit test voltage < 2.7 V DC
Full scale voltage 2.000 V DC
Typical short circuit current < 1.1 mA

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MIN/MAX recording accuracy
AC functions 40 counts for changes > 900 ms in duration
DC functions 12 counts for changes > 350 ms in duration
Infrared camera
Infrared camera temperature Range -10 ˚C to 200 °C (14 °F to 392 °F)
Measurement resolution 0.1 °C
Temperature measurement Yes, centerpoint
Accuracy ±5 ˚C or ± 5 % (as tested at 25 ˚C, whichever is greater)
Emissivity 0.95 fixed
Image performance Resolution 80 x 60
Image capture frequency 8 Hz
Detector type Uncooled vanadium oxide
Thermal sensitivity (NETD) ≤ 200 mK
Infrared spectral band 7.5 µm to 14 µm
Distance to spot 162:1
Field of view 36 ˚(w) x 27 ˚(h)
Focus mechanism Fixed focus
Image presentation Palette Ironbow
Level and span Auto
Image capture and data storage Image capture Image available for review before a save
Storage medium Internal memory stores up to 100 images
Image transfer Fluke Connect® / SmartView®
File format is2
Display size 8.9 cm (3.5 in) diagonal

General specifications
Maximum voltage between any 1000 V
terminal and earth ground
Display (LCD) Update rate 4/sec
Volts, amps, ohms 6000 counts
Frequency 10000 counts
Capacitance 1000 counts
Battery type Fluke BP500 lithium ion battery
Battery life 10 hours minimum
RF communications 2.4 GHZ ISM Band
RF communication range Open air, unobstructed Up to 20 m
Obstructed, sheetrock wall Up to 6.5 m
Obstructed, concrete wall, or steel Up to 3.5 m
electrical enclosure
Temperature Operating -10 °C to 50 °C (14 °F to 122 °F)
Storage -20 °C to 60 °C (-4 °F to 140 °F)
Temperature coefficient 0.1 X (specified accuracy) / °C (< 18 °C or > 28 °C)
Relative humidity 0 % to 90 % (0 °C to 35 °C)
0 % to 75 % (35 °C to 40 °C)
0 % to 45 % (40 °C to 50 °C)
Altitude Operating 2000 m
Storage 12000 m

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Detailed specifications (continued)
Certifications CSA, FCC, CE
Size (H x W x L) 5.7 cm x 9.4 cm x 21.6 cm (2.3 in x 3.7 in x 8.5 in)
Weight 0.80 kg (1.75 lb)
Warranty Three years

Figure 1. Fluke 279 FC with the iFlex Flexible Current Probe

Figure 2. Fluke 279 FC/iFlex TRMS Thermal Multimeter Kit

Ordering information
279 FC TRMS Thermal Multimeter
Includes 279 FC TRMS Thermal Multimeter, TL75 Test Leads, rechargeable lithium Fluke Corporation
PO Box 9090, Everett, WA 98206 U.S.A.
ion battery and charger
Fluke Europe B.V.
PO Box 1186, 5602 BD
279 FC/iFlex TRMS Thermal Multimeter Eindhoven, The Netherlands
Includes 279 FC TRMS Thermal Multimeter, 18” (45.72 cm) iFlex Flexible For more information call:
Current Probe, TL175 test leads, rechargeable lithium ion battery and charger, In the U.S.A. (800) 443-5853 or
soft carrying case, hanging strap Fax (425) 446-5116
In Europe/M-East/Africa +31 (0) 40 2675 200 or
Optional accessories Fax +31 (0) 40 2675 222
In Canada (800)-36-FLUKE or
Fluke i2500-10 Fluke i2500-10 iFlex® Flexible Current Probe Fax (905) 890-6866
Fluke i2500-18 Fluke i2500-18 iFlex® Flexible Current Probe From other countries +1 (425) 446-5500 or
Fluke BC500 Fluke BC500 AC Power Charger Fax +1 (425) 446-5116
Fluke BP500 Fluke BP500 Lithium-Ion Battery 3000 mAh battery Web access: http://www.fluke.com
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