® 80 Series V Multimeters Users Manual May 2004 Rev.2, 11/08 ©2004, 2008 Fluke Corporation. All rights reserved. Specifications are subject to change without notice. All product names are trademarks of their respective companies.
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Table of Contents Title Introduction..................................................................................................................... Contacting Fluke ............................................................................................................ Safety Information .......................................................................................................... The Meter's Features ....................................................................................
80 Series V Users Manual Measuring AC or DC Current .................................................................................... Measuring Frequency ............................................................................................... Measuring Duty Cycle ............................................................................................... Determining Pulse Width........................................................................................... Bar Graph .................
List of Tables Table Title Page 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. Electrical Symbols ................................................................................................................. Inputs..................................................................................................................................... Rotary Switch Positions .........................................................................................................
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List of Figures Figure Title Page 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. Display Features (Model 87).................................................................................................. Measuring AC and DC Voltage.............................................................................................. Low Pass Filter ...................................................................................................................... Testing for Continuity.............................
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Multimeters Introduction Contacting Fluke Introduction XW Warning Read "Safety Information" before you use the Meter. Except where noted, the descriptions and instructions in this manual apply to Series V Models 83 and 87 multimeters (hereafter referred to as “the Meter”). Model 87 appears in all illustrations.
80 Series V Users Manual Safety Information XW Warning The Meter complies with: To avoid possible electric shock or personal injury, follow these guidelines: • • • • • • EN61010-1:2001 ANSI/ISA S82.01-2004 CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 1010.1:2004 UL610101-1 Measurement Category III, 1000V, Pollution Degree 2 Measurement Category IV, 600V, Pollution Degree 2 In this manual, a Warning identifies conditions and actions that pose hazards to the user.
Multimeters Safety Information • Inspect the test leads for damaged insulation or exposed metal. Check the test leads for continuity. Replace damaged test leads before you use the Meter. • Do not apply more than the rated voltage, as marked on the Meter, between the terminals or between any terminal and earth ground. Never operate the Meter with the cover removed or the case open. Use caution when working with voltages above 30 V ac rms, 42 V ac peak, or 60 V dc. These voltages pose a shock hazard.
80 Series V Users Manual W Caution To avoid possible damage to the Meter or to the equipment under test, follow these guidelines: • 4 Disconnect circuit power and discharge all high-voltage capacitors before testing resistance, continuity, diodes, or capacitance. • Use the proper terminals, function, and range for all measurements. • Before measuring current, check the Meter's fuses. (See "Fuse Test".
Multimeters Safety Information Table 1. Electrical Symbols B AC (Alternating Current) F DC (Direct Current) I Fuse X Hazardous voltage P Conforms to European Union directives. W Risk of Danger. Important information. See Manual. $ Conforms to relevant Canadian Standards Association directives. M Battery. Low battery when displayed. T Double insulated Continuity test or continuity beeper tone.
80 Series V Users Manual The Meter's Features Tables 2 through 5 briefly describe the Meter's features. Table 2. Inputs Terminal 6 Description A Input for 0 A to 10.00 A current (20 A overload for 30 seconds maximum), current frequency, and duty cycle measurements. mA μA Input for 0 μA to 400 mA current measurements (600 mA for 18 hrs.) and current frequency and duty cycle. COM Return terminal for all measurements.
Multimeters The Meter's Features Table 3. Rotary Switch Positions Switch Position Any Position J L M N Function When the Meter is turned on, the Meter model number briefly appears on the display. AC voltage measurement Press A for low pass filter (K) (87 only). DC voltage measurement 600 mV dc voltage range Press A for temperature (T) (87 only). Press E for continuity test. e Resistance measurement Press A for capacitance measurement. O Diode test P AC current measurements from 0 mA to 10.
80 Series V Users Manual Table 4. Pushbuttons Button A (Yellow) Switch Positon N Selects capacitance M Selects temperature (87 only) J Selects ac low pass filter function (87 only) P Q Switches between dc and ac current Switches between dc and ac current Power-up Disables automatic power-off feature (Meter normally powers off in 30 minutes). The Meter reads “PoFF” until A is released. B Any switch position Power-up Starts recording of minimum and maximum values.
Multimeters The Meter's Features Table 4. Pushbuttons (cont.) Button D Switch Positon Any switch position AutoHOLD (formerly TouchHold) captures the present reading on the display. When a new, stable reading is detected, the Meter beeps and displays the new reading. Frequency counter Stops and starts recording without erasing recorded values. MIN MAX recording Stops and starts the frequency counter. Power-up Turns on all LCD segments.
80 Series V Users Manual Table 4. Pushbuttons (cont.) Button F (Relative mode) G Switch Positon Any switch position Power-up Stores the present reading as a reference for subsequent readings. The display is zeroed, and the stored reading is subtracted from all subsequent readings. Enables zoom mode for the bar graph. The Meter reads “2rEL” until F is released. Any switch position except diode test Press G for frequency measurements. Starts the frequency counter. Press again to enter duty cycle mode.
Multimeters The Meter's Features aom1_af.eps Figure 1. Display Features (Model 87) Table 5. Display Features Number Feature Number Feature E - Indicates negative readings. In relative mode, this sign indicates that the present input is less than the stored reference. Indicates the presence of a high voltage input. Appears if the input voltage is 30 V or greater (ac or dc). Also appears in low pass filter mode. Also appears in cal, Hz, and duty cycle modes. F Y G RS H S Display Hold is active.
80 Series V Users Manual Table 5. Display Features (cont.) Number M Feature A, μA, mA Volts, Millivolts μF, nF Microfarad, Nanofarad nS Nanosiemens % Percent. Used for duty cycle measurements. 12 Number Feature Hertz, Kilohertz R AC DC Alternating current, direct current -- Indication The number of segments is relative to the full-scale value of the selected range. In normal operation 0 (zero) is on the left.
Multimeters Making Measurements Power-Up Options Holding a button down while turning the Meter on activates a power-up option. Table 4 includes the power-up options. Automatic Power-Off The Meter automatically turns off if you do not turn the rotary switch or press a button for 30 minutes. If MIN MAX Recording is enabled, the Meter will not power off. To disable automatic power-off, refer to Table 4.
80 Series V Users Manual When measuring voltage, the Meter acts approximately like a 10 MΩ (10,000,000 Ω) impedance in parallel with the circuit. This loading effect can cause measurement errors in high-impedance circuits. In most cases, the error is negligible (0.1% or less) if the circuit impedance is 10 kΩ (10,000 Ω) or less. For better accuracy when measuring the dc offset of an ac voltage, measure the ac voltage first.
Multimeters Making Measurements XW Warning Zero Input Behavior of True RMS Meters (87) True Rms Meters accurately measure distorted waveforms, but when the input leads are shorted together in the AC functions, the meter displays a residual reading between 1 and 30 counts. When the test leads are open, the display readings may fluctuate due to interference. These offset readings are normal. They do not affect the Meter’s AC measurement accuracy over the specified measurement ranges.
80 Series V Users Manual Measuring Temperature (87) To measure temperature, do the following: The Meter measures the temperature of a type-K thermocouple (included). Choose between degrees Celsius (°C) or degrees Fahrenheit (°F) by pushing C. 1. Connect a type-K thermocouple to the Meter’s COM and dV eG terminals. 2. Turn the rotary switch to M. W Caution 3. Press A to enter temperature mode.
Multimeters Making Measurements For in-circuit tests, turn circuit power off. 87 V TRUE RMS MULTIMETER Activates continuity beeper 87 V TRUE RMS MULTIMETER ˚C/˚F MIN MAX RANGE ˚C/˚F AutoHOLD MIN MAX Peak MIN MAX Hz % REL 4½ DIGITS 1 Second mV Hz % mV mA A A V OFF A AutoHOLD 4½ DIGITS 1 Second V LO RANGE Peak MIN MAX REL mA A V ON (closed) A V LO OFF (open) OFF mA A 10A MAX FUSED COM 400mA FUSED V A mA A 10A MAX FUSED COM V 400mA FUSED aom4f.eps Figure 4.
80 Series V Users Manual Measuring Resistance W Caution To avoid possible damage to the Meter or to the equipment under test, disconnect circuit power and discharge all high-voltage capacitors before measuring resistance. The Meter measures resistance by sending a small current through the circuit. Because this current flows through all possible paths between the probes, the resistance reading represents the total resistance of all paths between the probes. The Meter's resistance ranges are 600.0 Ω, 6.
Multimeters Making Measurements In-Circuit Resistance Measurements Isolating a Potentiometer Circuit Power 87 V TRUE RMS MULTIMETER OFF 1 3 2 Disconnect ˚C/˚F MIN MAX RANGE AutoHOLD Peak MIN MAX REL Hz % 4½ DIGITS 1 Second mA A V 3 A V LO Isolating a Resistor OFF A 2 1 mV mA A 10A MAX FUSED COM V 400mA FUSED Disconnect aom6f.eps Figure 5.
80 Series V Users Manual Using Conductance for High Resistance or Leakage Tests Conductance, the inverse of resistance, is the ability of a circuit to pass current. High values of conductance correspond to low values of resistance. The Meter's 60 nS range measures conductance in nanosiemens (1 nS = 0.000000001 Siemens). Because such small amounts of conductance correspond to extremely high resistance, the nS range lets you determine the resistance of components up to 100,000 MΩ, 1/1 nS = 1,000 MΩ.
Multimeters Making Measurements Measuring Capacitance W Caution To avoid possible damage to the Meter or to the equipment under test, disconnect circuit power and discharge all high-voltage capacitors before measuring capacitance. Use the dc voltage function to confirm that the capacitor is discharged. The Meter's capacitance ranges are 10.00 nF, 100.0 nF, 1.000 μF, 10.00 μF, 100.0 μF, and 9999 μF. To measure capacitance, set up the Meter as shown in Figure 6.
80 Series V Users Manual Testing Diodes W Caution To avoid possible damage to the Meter or to the equipment under test, disconnect circuit power and discharge all high-voltage capacitors before testing diodes. Use the diode test to check diodes, transistors, silicon controlled rectifiers (SCRs), and other semiconductor devices. This function tests a semiconductor junction by sending a current through the junction, then measuring the junction's voltage drop. A good silicon junction drops between 0.
Multimeters Making Measurements 87 V Typical Reading ˚C/˚F RANGE MIN MAX Reverse Bias Forward Bias TRUE RMS MULTIMETER 87 V + + ˚C/˚F REL Hz % Hz % mV mV mA A V COM OFF mA A A V 400mA FUSED 87 V A V LO Single Beep OFF mA A mA A V A V 10A MAX FUSED AutoHOLD Peak MIN MAX REL A RANGE MIN MAX AutoHOLD Peak MIN MAX LO TRUE RMS MULTIMETER COM V 400mA FUSED 10A MAX FUSED Shorted TRUE RMS MULTIMETER 87 V Bad Diode TRUE RMS MULTIMETER Open Bad Diode or ˚C/˚F MI
80 Series V Users Manual Measuring AC or DC Current XW Warning To avoid possible electric shock or personal injury, never attempt an in-circuit current measurement where the open-circuit potential to earth is greater than 1000 V. You may damage the Meter or be injured if the fuse blows during such a measurement. W Caution To avoid possible damage to the Meter or to the equipment under test: • Check the Meter's fuses before measuring current.
Multimeters Making Measurements Circuit Power: OFF to connect meter. ON for measurement. OFF to disconnect meter. 1 87 V Total current to circuit TRUE RMS MULTIMETER 4 ˚C/˚F MIN MAX RANGE AutoHOLD Peak MIN MAX REL mA A 3 Hz % A 4½ DIGITS 1 Second mV A V LO 2 OFF A 5 mA A V mA A 10A MAX FUSED COM Current through one component V 400mA FUSED 5 aom7f.eps Figure 8.
80 Series V Users Manual 3. If you are using the A terminal, set the rotary switch to mA/A. If you are using the mA/μA terminal, set the rotary switch to μA for currents below 6000 μA (6 mA), or mA/A for currents above 6000 μA. The following are some tips for measuring current: • If the current reading is 0 and you are sure the Meter is set up correctly, test the Meter's fuses as described under "Testing the Fuses". 4. To measure dc current, press A. • 5. Break the circuit path to be tested.
Multimeters Making Measurements Measuring Frequency The following are some tips for measuring frequency: The Meter measures the frequency of a voltage or current signal by counting the number of times the signal crosses a threshold level each second. • If a reading shows as 0 Hz or is unstable, the input signal may be below or near the trigger level. You can usually correct these problems by selecting a lower range, which increases the sensitivity of the Meter.
80 Series V Users Manual Table 6. Functions and Trigger Levels for Frequency Measurements Function Range Typical Application K 6 V, 60 V, 600 V, 1000 V ± 5 % of scale Most signals. K 600 mV ± 30 mV High-frequency 5 V logic signals. (The dc-coupling of the L function can attenuate high-frequency logic signals, reducing their amplitude enough to interfere with triggering.) mL 600 mV 40 mV Refer to the measurement tips given before this table. L 6V 1.7 V 5 V logic signals (TTL).
Multimeters Making Measurements Measuring Duty Cycle frequency function, you can change the slope for the Meter's counter by pressing E. Duty cycle (or duty factor) is the percentage of time a signal is above or below a trigger level during one cycle (Figure 9). The duty cycle mode is optimized for measuring the on or off time of logic and switching signals.
80 Series V Users Manual Determining Pulse Width For a periodic waveform (its pattern repeats at equal time intervals), you can determine the amount of time that the signal is high or low as follows: 1. Measure the signal's frequency. 2. Press G a second time to measure the signal's duty cycle. Press E to select a measurement of the signal's positive or negative pulse, refer to Figure 9. 3.
Multimeters HiRes Mode (Model 87) Zoom Mode (Power Up Option Only) To use the Rel Zoom Bar Graph: 1. Hold down F while turning the Meter on. The display reads “2rEL”. 2. Select the relative mode by pressing F again. 3. The center of the bar graph now represents zero and the sensitivity of the bar graph increases by a factor of 10. Measured values more negative than the stored reference activate segments to the left of center; values more positive activate segments to the right of center.
80 Series V Users Manual MIN MAX Recording Mode The MIN MAX mode records minimum and maximum input values. When the inputs go below the recorded minimum value or above the recorded maximum value, the Meter beeps and records the new value. This mode can be used to capture intermittent readings, record maximum readings while you are away or record readings while you are operating the equipment under test and cannot watch the Meter.
Multimeters Smooth Feature (Power Up Option Only) Table 7. MIN MAX Functions Button B B (while in MIN MAX mode) E PEAK MIN MAX D B (hold for 1 second) MIN MAX Function Enter MIN MAX recording mode. The Meter is locked in the range displayed before you entered MIN MAX mode. (Select the desired measurement function and range before entering MIN MAX.) The Meter beeps each time a new minimum or maximum value is recorded. Step through maximum (MAX), minimum (MIN), average (AVG) and present values.
80 Series V Users Manual AutoHOLD Mode XW Warning To avoid possible electric shock or personal injury, do not use AutoHOLD mode to determine that circuits are without power. The AutoHOLD mode will not capture unstable or noisy readings. The AutoHOLD mode captures the present reading on the display. When a new, stable reading is detected, the Meter beeps and displays the new reading. To enter or exit AutoHOLD mode, press D.
Multimeters Maintenance Fuse Test Maintenance XW Warning To avoid possible electric shock or personal injury, repairs or servicing not covered in this manual should be performed only by qualified personnel as described in the 80 Series V Service Information. General Maintenance Periodically wipe the case with a damp cloth and mild detergent. Do not use abrasives or solvents. Dirt or moisture in the terminals can affect readings and can falsely activate the Input Alert feature.
80 Series V Users Manual Good F2 fuse: 00.0 Ω to 00.5 Ω Replace fuse: OL Replacing the Battery 87 V TRUE RMS MULTIMETER ˚C/˚F RANGE MIN MAX AutoHOLD Replace the battery with a 9 V battery (NEDA A1604, 6F22, or 006P). Peak MIN MAX REL Hz % 4½ DIGITS 1 Second XW Warning mV mA A V To avoid false readings, which could lead to possible electric shock or personal injury, replace the battery as soon as the battery indicator (b) appears.
Multimeters Service and Parts Replacing the Fuses 7. Referring to Figure 11, examine or replace the Meter's fuses as follows: Verify that the rotary switch and the circuit board switch are in the OFF position. 8. Replace the case top, ensuring that the gasket is properly seated and case snaps together above the LCD (item A). 9. Reinstall the three screws and the battery door. Secure the door by turning the screws one-quarter turn clockwise. 1.
80 Series V Users Manual F1 F2 1 aom12f.eps Figure 11.
Multimeters Service and Parts Table 8. Replacement Parts Item Description BT1 Battery, 9 V BT2 Cable Assy, 9 V Battery Snap Fuse, 0.
80 Series V Users Manual Table 8. Replacement Parts (cont.) Item AC72 AC72 TL75 MP81 MP390-391 NA U5 CR6 S2 TM1 TM2 TM3 40 Description Alligator Clip, Black Alligator Clip, Red Test Lead Set Thermocouple Assembly, K-Type, Beaded, Molded Dual Banana Plug, Coiled Access Door Fastener Tiltstand LCD, 4.5 DIGIT,TN, Transflective, Bar Graph, OSPR80 Lightpipe Keypad 80 Series V Multi-Language Getting Started Manual 80 Series V Quick Reference Card CD ROM,80 Series V User Manual Qty.
Multimeters Service and Parts TL75 Test Lead Set MP66 MP8 MP31 MP5 U5 J1-2 CR6 S2 MP13 MP2 Alligator Clips MP9 W MP41 J3 F2 AC72 MP81 MP27-30 F1 MP4 Holster MP15 MP14 H5-9 (5) Tilt Stand MP6 MP10-11 TM1 H2-4 (3) BT1 MP22 TM3 TM2 MP390-391 aom015c.eps Figure 12.
80 Series V Users Manual Table 9.
Multimeters Specifications Specifications Maximum Voltage between any Terminal and Earth Ground: 1000 V rms W Fuse Protection for mA or μA inputs: 44/100 A, 1000 V FAST Fuse W Fuse Protection for A input: 11 A, 1000 V FAST Fuse Display: Digital: 6000 counts updates 4/sec; (Model 87 also has 19,999 counts in high-resolution mode). Analog Bargraph: 33 segments, updates 40/sec.
80 Series V Users Manual Detailed Specifications For all detailed specifications: Accuracy is given as ±([% of reading] + [number of least significant digits]) at 18° C to 28° C, with relative humidity up to 90 %, for a period of one year after calibration. For Model 87 in the 4 ½-digit mode, multiply the number of least significant digits (counts) by 10. AC conversions are accoupled and valid from 3 % to 100 % of range. Model 87 is true rms responding.
Multimeters Specifications Table 11. Model 83 AC Voltage Function Specifications Function K 1 1. 2. Range 600.0 mV 6.000 V 60.00 V 600.0 V 1000 V Resolution 0.1 mV 0.001 V 0.01 V 0.1 V 1V Accuracy 50 Hz - 60 Hz ± (0.5 % + 4) ± (0.5 % + 2) ± (0.5 % + 2) ± (0.5 % + 2) ± (0.5 % + 2) 30 Hz - 1 kHz ± (1.0 % + 4) ± (1.0 % + 4) ± (1.0 % + 4) ± (1.0 % + 4) ± (1.0 % + 4) 1 kHz - 5 kHz ± (2.0 % + 4) ± (2.0 % + 4) ± (2.0 % + 4) ± (2.0 % + 4)2 unspecified Below a reading of 200 counts, add 10 counts.
80 Series V Users Manual Table 12. DC Voltage, Resistance, and Conductance Function Specifications Function L F mV e nS Range Accuracy Model 83 Model 87 6.000 V 0.001 V ± (0.1 % + 1) ± (0.05 % + 1) 60.00 V 0.01 V ± (0.1 % + 1) ± (0.05 % + 1) 600.0 V 0.1 V ± (0.1 % + 1) ± (0.05 % + 1) 1000 V 1V ± (0.1 % + 1) ± (0.05 % + 1) 600.0 mV 0.1 mV ± (0.3 % + 1) ± (0.1 % + 1) 600.0 Ω 0.1 Ω ± (0.4 % + 2)1 ± (0.2 % + 2)1 6.000 kΩ 0.001 kΩ ± (0.4 % + 1) ± (0.2 % + 1) 60.00 kΩ 0.
Multimeters Specifications Table 13. Temperature Specifications (87 Only) Temperature -200 °C to +1090 °C -328 °F to +1994 °F Accuracy1,2 Resolution 0.1 °C 0.1 °F 1 % + 10 1 % + 18 1. Does not include error of the thermocouple probe. 2. Accuracy specification assumes ambient temperature stable to ±1 °C. For ambient temperature changes of ±5 °C, rated accuracy applies after 1 hour.
80 Series V Users Manual Table 14. Current Function Specifications Function mA \ (45 Hz to 2 kHz) mA [ μA B Range Resolution Accuracy Burden Voltage (typical) 60.00 mA 400.0 mA6 6.000 A 10.00 A4 0.01 mA 0.1 mA 0.001 A 0.01 A ± (1.2 % + 2)5 ± (1.2 % + 2)5 ± (1.2 % + 2)5 ± (1.2 % + 2)5 Model 872, 3 ± (1.0 % + 2) ± (1.0 % + 2) ± (1.0 % + 2) ± (1.0 % + 2) 60.00 mA 400.0 mA6 6.000 A 10.00 A4 0.01 mA 0.1 mA 0.001 A 0.01 A ± (0.4 % + 4) ± (0.4 % + 2) ± (0.4 % + 4) ± (0.4 % + 2) ± (0.2 % + 4) ± (0.
Multimeters Specifications Table 15. Capacitance and Diode Function Specifications Function E G 1. Range Resolution Accuracy 1 10.00 nF 0.01 nF ± (1 % + 2) 100.0 nF 0.1 nF ± (1 % + 2) 1.000 μF 0.001 μF ± (1 % + 2) 10.00 μF 0.01 μF ± (1 % + 2) 100.0 μF 0.1 μF ± (1 % + 2) 9999 μF 1 μF ± (1 % + 2) 3.000 V 0.001 V ± (2 % + 1) 1 With a film capacitor or better, using Relative mode to zero residual. Table 16.
80 Series V Users Manual Table 17. Frequency Counter Sensitivity and Trigger Levels Minimum Sensitivity (RMS Sine wave) Input Range1 5 Hz - 20 kHz 0.5 Hz - 200 kHz 600 mV dc 70 mV (to 400 Hz) 70 mV (to 400 Hz) 40 mV 600 mV ac 150 mV 150 mV ⎯ 6V 0.3 V 0.7 V 1.7 V 60 V 3V 7 V (≤140 kHz) 4V 600 V 30 V 70 V (≤14.0 kHz) 40 V 1000 V 100 V 200 V (≤1.4 kHz) 100 V Duty Cycle Range 0.0 to 99.9 % Accuracy Within ± (0.2% per kHz + 0.1 %) for rise times < 1 μs. 1.
Multimeters Specifications Table 18. Electrical Characteristics of the Terminals Function Overload Protection1 Input Normal Mode Rejection (nominal) Common Mode Rejection Ratio (1 kΩ unbalance) Impedance L F mV 1000 V rms 10 MΩ < 100 pF > 120 dB at dc, 50 Hz or 60 Hz > 60 dB at 50 Hz or 60 Hz 1000 V rms 10 MΩ < 100 pF > 120 dB at dc, 50 Hz or 60 Hz > 60 dB at 50 Hz or 60 Hz K 1000 V rms 10 MΩ < 100 pF > 60 dB, dc to 60 Hz (ac-coupled) Open Circuit Test Voltage Full Scale Voltage To 6.
80 Series V Users Manual Table 19.