The Fluke 116 HVAC Multimeter is a compact true-rms meter designed specifically for HVAC professionals. It has everything you need in an HVAC meter including temperature and microamp measurements to quickly troubleshoot problems with HVAC equipment and flame sensors.
The Fluke 116 is a compact true‑RMS multimeter designed for HVAC professionals. It combines voltage, resistance, continuity, frequency, capacitance, temperature (Type‑K thermocouple) and microamp measurement functions in an ergonomic, one‑handed device, with a large white LED backlight for low‑light work.
The manual details the meter’s technical data, safety ratings (CAT II 600 V), accuracy specifications, display characteristics, battery requirements, and ordering information. It also lists the included accessories such as test leads, an integrated temperature probe, and a magnetic hanger.
| Maximum voltage (terminal to earth) | 600 V |
|---|---|
| Surge protection | 6 kV peak per IEC 61010‑1 |
| Display resolution | 6,000 counts, updates 4 /sec |
| Bar‑graph segments | 33 segments, updates 32 /sec |
| Operating temperature range | -10 °C to +50 °C |
| Storage temperature range | -40 °C to +60 °C |
| Battery type and life | 9 V Alkaline, ~400 h typical (no backlight) |
| Temperature measurement range | -40 °C to 400 °C (Type‑K) |
The meter is rated for a maximum of 600 V between any terminal and earth ground (CAT II safety rating).
A 9 V alkaline battery provides about 400 hours of typical operation when the backlight is not used.
Yes, it has a built‑in thermometer and supports a Type‑K thermocouple from –40 °C to 400 °C.