Fluke 312/316/318 Clamp Meter Users Manual

This is a user manual for the 312, 316, and 318 clamp meters. It contains information on the product's features, characteristics, and usage.


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Brand
Fluke
Category
multimeter
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
20
File format
PDF
File size
540 KB
Published
15 October, 2023
Updated
15 October, 2023
MD5 checksum
B8ACCD8758A817BE79F5FB135C2842CA

About this manual

The document serves as a comprehensive user guide for the Fluke 312, 316, and 318 series of True RMS clamp meters. It covers essential safety precautions, general specifications including dimensions and battery life, and detailed electrical accuracy data for various measurement functions such as AC/DC voltage, current, resistance, continuity, and diode testing.

The guide details the instrument's features, including the analog bar graph display, auto power-off capabilities, and specific functionalities available on different models like MIN/MAX tracking and REL (Relative) mode. It provides step-by-step instructions for making measurements using the rotary function switch and test leads, along with procedures for changing batteries and maintaining the device.

What's inside

  • Safety Information
  • General Specifications
  • Electrical Specifications
  • Instrument Overview
  • Making Measurements
  • Measuring AC Current
  • Measuring DC Current
  • Testing Continuity
  • Diode Test
  • Maintenance

Specifications

Digital Display3-3/4 digits with maximum reading of 3999
Analog DisplayFast 42-segment analog bar graph display
Power Source9 V battery, NEDA1604 or 6F22 or 006P
Battery Life (Alkaline)33 hrs typical in A; 65 hrs typical in GR
Clamp Opening Size (312)36 mm (1.42 inches)
Clamp Opening Size (316, 318)40 mm (1.57 inches)
Measurement CategoriesCAT III (600 V), CAT II (1000 V)

Frequently asked questions

What is the battery life of the meter?

With alkaline batteries, typical life is 33 hours in Amps, 65 hours in Resistance, and 100 hours in Volts.

What happens if I leave the meter on without operation?

The meter will automatically power off after 30 minutes of no push button or rotary switch activity.

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