HI I have just become a qualified electrical installer but I'm a bit confused about something i've just read, Di-log has advertised a new Multi-function tester and on the advert it says it's the first 17th edition tester. Does this mean the fluke 1652 Which I am wanting to buy will not be any use anymore???
If i think of it logically then any multifunction tester will do as long as it does the main testings,
continuity test
insulation resistance
Ze & Zs
RCD Trip time test
Can anyone give me an insight on this??
Thanks in advance
2007-11-10 22:45:42 · 4 answers · asked by omm4r 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
You'll do fine with the one you have. Learn to use all the functions of your meter, and ignore holier-than-thou 'experts' like girlie, and you will do just fine.
2007-11-10 23:24:42 · answer #1 · answered by maddog27271 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
http://isswww.co.uk/compare16theditiontesters.aspx?clickcatcher=global16thedition&gclid=CPfIsv7d1I8CFQ5ZMAodmjPryQ gives a comparison of 16th/17th edition testers. It doesn't seem to think much of the Fluke 1653.
2007-11-10 22:56:16 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I prefer separate test meters. I use Robins at the moment.
I take it from your apparent lack of appreciation of what a meter should be capable of (limits and accuracies required) that you've probably done the 5-day domestic installer course.
The fluke should be OK for all tests required for 17th edition, at that level. Not so good for fault-finding.
2007-11-10 23:15:19 · answer #3 · answered by Girlie Electrics 7 · 1⤊ 4⤋
You will be fine with the one you have. GOOD LUCK!!
2007-11-10 23:17:08 · answer #4 · answered by Allan C 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋