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Fluke 117 Electrician's True RMS Multimeter with Non-Contact Voltage

A compact 6,000-count True RMS multimeter for electricians, rated CAT III 600V, with built-in VoltAlert non-contact voltage detection, automatic AC/DC selection and a low-impedance mode.

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Key facts

DC voltage
600 mV to 600 V; ±(0.5% + 2)
AC voltage (True RMS)
600 mV to 600 V; ±(1.0% + 3) from 45 to 500 Hz, ±(2.0% + 3) from 500 Hz to 1 kHz
Auto-V/LoZ
600 V; ±(2.0% + 3) for DC and 45 to 500 Hz, ±(4.0% + 3) from 500 Hz to 1 kHz
AC current (True RMS)
6 A and 10 A ranges, 45 to 500 Hz; ±(1.5% + 3); 20 A overload for 30 seconds max
DC current
6 A and 10 A ranges; ±(1.0% + 3); 1 mA best resolution
Resistance
600 Ω to 40 MΩ; ±(0.9% + 1) up to 6 MΩ, ±(5% + 2) on 40 MΩ
Capacitance
1,000 nF to 9,999 µF; ±(1.9% + 2) up to 1,000 µF

Which version should you buy?

This page covers: Fluke 117 standard meter package.

  • Fluke 117 standard package

    This page

    Model: 117 (part 2538815)

    What differs
    Electrician’s True RMS meter with VoltAlert, automatic AC/DC selection and LoZ; includes leads and holster.
    Best for
    Electricians wanting the 117 without another meter or calibration paperwork.
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  • Fluke 117 with calibration certificate

    Model: 117 CAL (part 5160508)

    What differs
    Same 117 supplied with a traceable calibration certificate and data from Fluke.
    Best for
    Workplaces requiring documented calibration.

  • Fluke 117 and 323 kit

    Model: 117/323 Kit (part 4296041)

    What differs
    Pairs the 117 multimeter with a 323 AC-current clamp meter.
    Best for
    Electricians wanting both a multimeter and a clamp meter.

  • Factory-reconditioned Fluke 117

    Model: R-FLUKE-117 (part 4373474)

    What differs
    Factory-reconditioned 117 restored to original factory specifications.
    Best for
    Buyers deliberately choosing factory-reconditioned equipment.

  • Fluke 115 field-service meter

    Model: 115

    What differs
    Similar field-service sibling without the 117’s VoltAlert, automatic AC/DC selection or LoZ.
    Best for
    Field-service technicians who do not need those electrician-specific voltage features.

Watch out

  • CAL adds calibration paperwork; 117/323 adds a separate clamp meter.
  • Case-and-lead bundles change the accessories, not the 117’s measurement functions.
  • R-FLUKE-117 means factory reconditioned; it is a different condition from a new 117.
  • The similar-looking 115 lacks the 117’s VoltAlert, AutoVolt and LoZ features.

Why people pick it

  • Non-contact voltage detection built in, so there's one less tool to carry
  • Low-impedance (LoZ) mode helps rule out ghost voltage
  • AutoVolt picks AC or DC on its own
  • True RMS with ±(0.5% + 2) DC voltage accuracy

Know before you buy

  • CAT III 600V: not for service-entrance (CAT IV) work
  • No microamp or milliamp ranges; the 6 A range resolves 1 mA
  • No temperature function
  • Runs on a 9 V battery

Full specifications

DC voltage600 mV to 600 V; ±(0.5% + 2)
AC voltage (True RMS)600 mV to 600 V; ±(1.0% + 3) from 45 to 500 Hz, ±(2.0% + 3) from 500 Hz to 1 kHz
Auto-V/LoZ600 V; ±(2.0% + 3) for DC and 45 to 500 Hz, ±(4.0% + 3) from 500 Hz to 1 kHz
AC current (True RMS)6 A and 10 A ranges, 45 to 500 Hz; ±(1.5% + 3); 20 A overload for 30 seconds max
DC current6 A and 10 A ranges; ±(1.0% + 3); 1 mA best resolution
Resistance600 Ω to 40 MΩ; ±(0.9% + 1) up to 6 MΩ, ±(5% + 2) on 40 MΩ
Capacitance1,000 nF to 9,999 µF; ±(1.9% + 2) up to 1,000 µF
FrequencyUp to 50 kHz; ±(0.1% + 2)
Continuity and diodeBeeper catches opens or shorts of 500 µs or longer; diode test ±(0.9% + 2)
Non-contact voltageVoltAlert detection built into the meter
Display6,000 counts, 4 updates per second; 33-segment bar graph; backlight
Other functionsMin/Max/Average
Safety ratingCAT III 600V (IEC 61010-1, pollution degree 2; IEC 61010-2-033)
Current fuse11 A, 1000 V fast fuse
Battery9 V alkaline; 400 hours typical without backlight
Operating temperature-10 to +50°C
Size167 × 84 × 46 mm (6.57 × 3.31 × 1.82 in)
Weight550 g (as listed by Fluke)
Warranty3 years
In the boxMeter, 4 mm silicone test leads, holster, quick reference guide

From manufacturer documentation, checked November 2, 2026. Spotted an error? Tell us.

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