Hobbyist and IT guy here. Got this meter for Christmas and this video was super informative and to the point! For sure getting rid of my el cheapo meter after watching this! Thank you!
I have this meter and very pleased with it - though it should be duly noted it has very robust input protection much the same or even better as other Flukes - and for those who know him Joe Smiths channel tested the input protection and it held up to I believe 8,000 or 10,000 volts --- way beyond its rated specification. In fact the 17B+ actually out performed the much more expensive 87V which failed input protection testing much sooner, very surprising and part of what convinced me to buy this meter along with it passing all its other tests.
Thanks! I've been suffering with crappy meters for years and years because I just won't shell out the big bucks for a Fluke 87V. I looked at other Flukes, but the 114 thru 117 aren't suitable for hobbyists/makers, they're for electricians. Now this meter... this is the one!!!
Great video, and a comprehensive review. Thumbs up! Fluke did a great job of introducing this fantastic meter in the Asian market which is plagued with cheap unsafe meters. Although this being a low end budget meter costs a premium here in India, But then again its a Fluke you can never go wrong with it.
I bought a 17B+ recently and its one of the best purchases ive ever made. Its got the Fluke build quality and accuracy easily meets its published specs, im very pleased especially after seeing the serious input protection inside that speaks for itself. In my opinion two of the best meters are Flukes and Brymens also rebadged as Greenlee, I have a Greenlee as well and both are top quality meters and a great value.
Which greenlee DMM do you own? Im considering a brymen/fluke/greenlee & I want one that takes AA batteries & a fast continuity tester and I cant decide what to buy?
I just bought this meter. My suggestion is to get rid of the crappy stiff probes that come with it and get some probemasters. They are made in America and are some of the best test leads I have ever used.
Thanks for the handy links in the description. Regarding difference between the 117 and 17B+ , I think you meant the 117 lacks MICROamps. I believe it can read milliamps (perhaps with moving the decimal).
While researching this meter before ordering it, this video didn't come up in my search. I've been waiting a little over a month for it arrive from China, but tracking info reflects that it entered the USA yesterday. As anyone would, I'm looking forward to it's arrival and found this video tonight. I wish everyone would make videos as you have with this one. You provided lots of helpful links and did an OUTSTANDING job of giving everyone a clear and straight forward overview without all the annoying poor audio, stupid jokes, useless information, background noise, inadequate lighting, poor camera angles and retarded music in the background that seems to be the hallmark of so many other TH-cam videos. I'm subscribing to your channel and would like to say thank you.
Hello. I have an old Yokawawa 7544 25 years old. True RMS. I have a question for you. How many volts do you have in diode posición. I have 5 volts in mine. How about Fluke 17B. By the way yours is not RMS.
Thanks for the review! I was searching for a review that showed the response time of the continuity beep, and you demonstrated this nicely. It was my only hesitation in ordering one, and now it's on its way!
Hi Paul, I just received my Fluke 18B+ (similar to 17B+). Checked continuity response time and it wasn't so good. So it won't beep unless you make contact for some time. This means you can't wipe the probe across connector contacts to find the connection. Other than that, meter is well made. Probe leads aren't as good as traditional Flukes
now review my fluke 18B+,same I think except mine test L.E.D. And the 17B+ does temp..I already have two meter with a temp probe ,so I bought the one with the L.E.D.tester.
lol its less so street cred more so an expectation, in my industry I have never seen anything but fluke, and around 480V you really should not even think about using one of those harbor freight deals...... another issue is that if you dont trust your meter then you need to troubleshoot your problem and the test you setup
Black Fri in 2024, Looks like I lucked out ! $138 I believe it was. Under $140 I know. Had to jump on it instead of waiting ! 😋 Wife will have to wait a month to get her new vacuum cleaner.🤣
Does anyone know how long the backlight stays on for? I was after a descent meter that does not time out the backlight after 10 secs like my old one. Thanks.
Great question. I know it stays on longer than 10 seconds. I think it stays on until the meter auto-power-off feature kicks in. I will test later and let you know.
@@Componentfun Thanks that would be great. I always had a Fluke (work provided) but now with change of career I bought a cheap n cheerful meter thinking it would do. I miss the little chirp it does when you measure a diode or transistor junction. You could fault find a board without really looking up. I take it this does the little chirp on diode test? Thanks for taking the time to look at the backlight for me.
@@Componentfun I got one last week and I have discovered if you hold down the LIGHT button while turning the meter on it disables the auto off light mode. Stays on as long as it powered on 😊
@jam Sure, but if you work with power inverters that are not pure sine wave, these non True RMS Digital Multimeters will give an incorrect reading, I think a basic model like the Fluke 115 will do.
@@Componentfun It is not true RMS. Fluke won't sell true RMS at low prices!! I have been using a CIE 8050 (a Taiwanese brand) true RMS multimeter since 2009. Great build quality. It costs less than half the price. of Flukes.
@Paul I forgot that only noobs accidentally leave their meters in Ohms mode when they meant to measure Volts. A seasoned professional would never do that, no matter how busy, tired, or decaffeinated they may be, so you can just ignore the safety section of this video. It's like gun handling - only noobs forget to unload the last round. A professional never needs to check to make sure it's unloaded, because professionals never make mistakes.
I think the issue is the use of the word review in the title, this video was more of an overview than a review. Either way, it's a great video and I want to stress that, but I'm still left wondering how well it might work for my needs since little to none of it's functionality was shown. Based on the latching speeds of the continuity test shown, I'm not impressed but I suppose that's part of the price point to consider.
total bs, first of all, yes the fluke meter is a quality meter, probably the best out there, but the prices they sell them for are outrageous, completely out of tune with reality, just greedy mfr's as far as I'm concerned, I was in fact in electronics half my life, so don't tell me these meters are not way over priced. they are. 2nd, anybody that blows up a meter, should never have been working around electricity in the first place. total bs.
I dont have that much expierience in electronics only 3.5 years but tell me a meter that has a better cost to value ration than flukes at work we have 2 brands of dmm fluke and old beha amprobe (i know now they are slso fluke owned ) but our 40 year old fluke 77 are still working and in spec 5 year old amprobe meters start to fail in calibration also every meter that is reliable and safe cost alot of money no trust worthy meter costs 10 dollar even my extech ex 330 that was 60 bucks was out of spec after 2 years light use
@@joseluisrodriguez5302 where you got nerd hater from bewilders me. I'm a nerd. I said he doesn't know what he's talking about. What you said makes no sense.
The only problem I had with what he said is how infrequent people blow fuses. However, that's what ever lol. The fluke 117 is the state's budget, however it does less than this and this almost competes with the 87. So it's what ever.
Hobbyist and IT guy here. Got this meter for Christmas and this video was super informative and to the point! For sure getting rid of my el cheapo meter after watching this! Thank you!
I have this meter and very pleased with it - though it should be duly noted it has very robust input protection much the same or even better as other Flukes - and for those who know him Joe Smiths channel tested the input protection and it held up to I believe 8,000 or 10,000 volts --- way beyond its rated specification. In fact the 17B+ actually out performed the much more expensive 87V which failed input protection testing much sooner, very surprising and part of what convinced me to buy this meter along with it passing all its other tests.
Thanks! I've been suffering with crappy meters for years and years because I just won't shell out the big bucks for a Fluke 87V. I looked at other Flukes, but the 114 thru 117 aren't suitable for hobbyists/makers, they're for electricians. Now this meter... this is the one!!!
Great video, and a comprehensive review. Thumbs up!
Fluke did a great job of introducing this fantastic meter in the Asian market which is plagued with cheap unsafe meters.
Although this being a low end budget meter costs a premium here in India, But then again its a Fluke you can never go wrong with it.
I bought a 17B+ recently and its one of the best purchases ive ever made. Its got the Fluke build quality and accuracy easily meets its published specs, im very pleased especially after seeing the serious input protection inside that speaks for itself. In my opinion two of the best meters are Flukes and Brymens also rebadged as Greenlee, I have a Greenlee as well and both are top quality meters and a great value.
Thanks for your comment. I have been very happy with mine also. I have used it in industrial and hobby/household applications with good results.
Which greenlee DMM do you own? Im considering a brymen/fluke/greenlee & I want one that takes AA batteries & a fast continuity tester and I cant decide what to buy?
I just bought this meter. My suggestion is to get rid of the crappy stiff probes that come with it and get some probemasters. They are made in America and are some of the best test leads I have ever used.
Thanks for the handy links in the description.
Regarding difference between the 117 and 17B+ , I think you meant the 117 lacks MICROamps. I believe it can read milliamps (perhaps with moving the decimal).
Can the 17b+ safely be used on household "mains" and automotive voltages?
While researching this meter before ordering it, this video didn't come up in my search. I've been waiting a little over a month for it arrive from China, but tracking info reflects that it entered the USA yesterday.
As anyone would, I'm looking forward to it's arrival and found this video tonight.
I wish everyone would make videos as you have with this one.
You provided lots of helpful links and did an OUTSTANDING job of giving everyone a clear and straight forward overview without all the annoying poor audio, stupid jokes, useless information, background noise, inadequate lighting, poor camera angles and retarded music in the background that seems to be the hallmark of so many other TH-cam videos.
I'm subscribing to your channel and would like to say thank you.
Thanks for your kind words. I hope to post more fun stuff as soon as time allows.
A very clear cut review thankyou. my last fluke lasted me 20 years so I'll go again thanks !
Sir how much the costof fluke 17 bplus do you have Stockland if have how can buy that product
Hello. I have an old Yokawawa 7544 25 years old. True RMS. I have a question for you. How many volts do you have in diode posición. I have 5 volts in mine. How about Fluke 17B. By the way yours is not RMS.
A fluke with microamps and normal amps?! I love it
The screen on mine is horrible if held at an angle; is mine a Fluke? Sometimes I can see the weird inking on the LCD like it is really good.
My only concern is: being made in China (QC varies from industry to industry), how reliable is this meter and how long will it last?
Thanks for the review! I was searching for a review that showed the response time of the continuity beep, and you demonstrated this nicely. It was my only hesitation in ordering one, and now it's on its way!
Hi Paul, I just received my Fluke 18B+ (similar to 17B+). Checked continuity response time and it wasn't so good. So it won't beep unless you make contact for some time. This means you can't wipe the probe across connector contacts to find the connection. Other than that, meter is well made. Probe leads aren't as good as traditional Flukes
You sold me when you said it takes 2 aa battery's and how easy they are to get to..hate the 9 volt battery the 117 takes..
You helped me decide between 17B+ versus 117, thank you. For calibration I am just curious do we need special cable for it?
I'm not aware of a calibration cable for this model.
Im always looking forward to this multimeter, thanks a lot mannn.
I'd like to see a review of the Fluke 12E+ and how it compares with the 15B+ and 17B+. It's a model apparently made only in China.
That 12E+ okay to buy even tho it's made in china ?
Dónde puedo comprar un multitester fluke
It cost more than 100 dollars in dubai...but for the feature its reasonable. Your paying not on the brand name but for the safety
Thanks for the video, you showed lots of great content regarding the features of this multimeter.
I've a 12E+. Love it.
now review my fluke 18B+,same I think except mine test L.E.D. And the 17B+ does temp..I already have two meter with a temp probe ,so I bought the one with the L.E.D.tester.
Send me an 18B+ and I'll be glad to review it!
@How Not To Thanks for the offer
lol its less so street cred more so an expectation, in my industry I have never seen anything but fluke, and around 480V you really should not even think about using one of those harbor freight deals...... another issue is that if you dont trust your meter then you need to troubleshoot your problem and the test you setup
$139 on Amazon in 2017 when you made this video. They're going for about $179 now. Inflation sucks.
Black Fri in 2024, Looks like I lucked out ! $138 I believe it was. Under $140 I know. Had to jump on it instead of waiting ! 😋 Wife will have to wait a month to get her new vacuum cleaner.🤣
Does anyone know how long the backlight stays on for? I was after a descent meter that does not time out the backlight after 10 secs like my old one. Thanks.
Great question. I know it stays on longer than 10 seconds. I think it stays on until the meter auto-power-off feature kicks in. I will test later and let you know.
@@Componentfun Thanks that would be great. I always had a Fluke (work provided) but now with change of career I bought a cheap n cheerful meter thinking it would do. I miss the little chirp it does when you measure a diode or transistor junction. You could fault find a board without really looking up. I take it this does the little chirp on diode test? Thanks for taking the time to look at the backlight for me.
@Dave I was wrong: the backlight stays on for 2 minutes.
@@Componentfun That's good enough for me :-) thanks for checking.
@@Componentfun I got one last week and I have discovered if you hold down the LIGHT button while turning the meter on it disables the auto off light mode. Stays on as long as it powered on 😊
02:10 I don't wanna get hurt *at all* !
Would love to have seen that explosion in slow motion, still awesome though.
Most to the point multimeter video on youtube.
Came here by searching for "inexpensive fluke multimeter" and this video is exactly what I was looking for.
Great! Glad it's helpful!
Thank you for this information
Is this multimeter True RMS? I can't seem to find any information even on the Fluke website.
I don't think it is a True RMS meter. Not absolutely sure however.
@jam Sure, but if you work with power inverters that are not pure sine wave, these non True RMS Digital Multimeters will give an incorrect reading, I think a basic model like the Fluke 115 will do.
@@Componentfun It is not true RMS. Fluke won't sell true RMS at low prices!! I have been using a CIE 8050 (a Taiwanese brand) true RMS multimeter since 2009. Great build quality. It costs less than half the price. of Flukes.
That was of great help.
hope fluke make this true rms
Thank you / very helpful
hi, contury of origin Multimeter Fluke 17b
Mengapa fluke asli menggunakan ic cor.
Please give me a fluke 17b+ !from Philippines.thanks
I jumped when that meter blew up lol 😂
👍👍
cool!
did you fluke multimeter china made
Je neuveriteľné čo všetko si ochotný podstúpiť, len aby si dokázal svoju pravdu...
anybody in electronics knows damn right well, you don't sit around worrying about making a mistake in doing your testing, total bs
@Paul I forgot that only noobs accidentally leave their meters in Ohms mode when they meant to measure Volts. A seasoned professional would never do that, no matter how busy, tired, or decaffeinated they may be, so you can just ignore the safety section of this video. It's like gun handling - only noobs forget to unload the last round. A professional never needs to check to make sure it's unloaded, because professionals never make mistakes.
Hmm, review could be better.
Hmm... If you could do better, do it and post a link here.
I think the issue is the use of the word review in the title, this video was more of an overview than a review. Either way, it's a great video and I want to stress that, but I'm still left wondering how well it might work for my needs since little to none of it's functionality was shown. Based on the latching speeds of the continuity test shown, I'm not impressed but I suppose that's part of the price point to consider.
Talk is cheap
total bs, first of all, yes the fluke meter is a quality meter, probably the best out there, but the prices they sell them for are outrageous, completely out of tune with reality, just greedy mfr's as far as I'm concerned, I was in fact in electronics half my life, so don't tell me these meters are not way over priced. they are. 2nd, anybody that blows up a meter, should never have been working around electricity in the first place. total bs.
I dont have that much expierience in electronics only 3.5 years but tell me a meter that has a better cost to value ration than flukes at work we have 2 brands of dmm fluke and old beha amprobe (i know now they are slso fluke owned ) but our 40 year old fluke 77 are still working and in spec 5 year old amprobe meters start to fail in calibration also every meter that is reliable and safe cost alot of money no trust worthy meter costs 10 dollar even my extech ex 330 that was 60 bucks was out of spec after 2 years light use
If you're gonna review something, please know wtf you are talking about. This video is a waste of time.
LOL
another nerd hater..... bussines as ussual.
@@joseluisrodriguez5302 where you got nerd hater from bewilders me. I'm a nerd. I said he doesn't know what he's talking about. What you said makes no sense.
I´ll repeat you last phrase nerd.
The only problem I had with what he said is how infrequent people blow fuses. However, that's what ever lol. The fluke 117 is the state's budget, however it does less than this and this almost competes with the 87. So it's what ever.