®
80 Series III
Multimeters
Users Manual
October 1997 Rev.5, 12/03
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Title
Introduction....................................................................................................................
Safety Information .........................................................................................................
Your Meter’s Features...................................................................................................
Page
1
1
4
Power-Up Options .................................................................................................... 11
Automatic Power-Off................................................................................................. 11
Input Alert™ Feature ................................................................................................ 12
Making Measurements .................................................................................................. 12
Measuring AC and DC Voltage................................................................................. 12
Testing for Continuity................................................................................................ 14
Measuring Resistance .............................................................................................. 16
Using Conductance for High Resistance or Leakage Tests ..................................... 18
Measuring Capacitance............................................................................................ 18
Testing Diodes.......................................................................................................... 21
Measuring AC or DC Current.................................................................................... 22
Measuring Frequency............................................................................................... 25
Measuring Duty Cycle............................................................................................... 27
Determining Pulse Width.......................................................................................... 28
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Analog Bar Graph.......................................................................................................... 28
Model 87 Bar Graph.................................................................................................. 28
Models 83 and 85 Bar Graph.................................................................................... 29
4-1/2 Digit Mode (Model 87) .......................................................................................... 29
MIN MAX Recording Mode ............................................................................................ 30
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Touch Hold Mode....................................................................................................... 32
Relative Mode................................................................................................................ 32
Zoom Mode (Models 83 and 85)............................................................................... 32
Uses for the Zoom Mode (Models 83 and 85)........................................................... 33
Maintenance .................................................................................................................. 33
General Maintenance................................................................................................ 33
Testing the Fuses...................................................................................................... 34
Replacing the Battery................................................................................................ 35
Replacing the Fuses ................................................................................................. 35
Service and Parts........................................................................................................... 36
Specifications................................................................................................................. 41
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Table
Title
Page
1.
2.
3.
4.
International Electrical Symbols.........................................................................................
Inputs .................................................................................................................................
Rotary Switch Positions .....................................................................................................
Pushbuttons .......................................................................................................................
Display Features ................................................................................................................
2
4
5
6
9
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
Estimating Capacitance Values Over 5 Microfarads.......................................................... 20
Functions and Trigger Levels for Frequency Measurements............................................. 26
MIN MAX Functions ........................................................................................................... 31
Replacement Parts............................................................................................................. 38
Accessories........................................................................................................................ 40
Models 85 and 87 AC Voltage Function Specifications...................................................... 42
Model 83 AC Voltage Function Specifications ................................................................... 43
DC Voltage, Resistance, and Conductance Function Specifications................................. 44
Current Function Specifications ......................................................................................... 45
Capacitance and Diode Function Specifications................................................................ 47
Frequency Counter Specifications ..................................................................................... 47
Frequency Counter Sensitivity and Trigger Levels............................................................. 48
Electrical Characteristics of the Terminals ......................................................................... 49
MIN MAX Recording Specifications ................................................................................... 50
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
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Figure
Title
Page
1. Display Features (Model 87 Shown).......................................................... 8
2. Measuring AC and DC Voltage.................................................................. 13
3. Testing for Continuity................................................................................. 15
4. Measuring Resistance............................................................................... 17
5. Measuring Capacitance............................................................................. 19
6. Testing a Diode ......................................................................................... 21
7. Measuring Current..................................................................................... 23
8. Components of Duty Cycle Measurements ............................................... 27
9. Testing the Current Fuses......................................................................... 34
10. Battery and Fuse Replacement ................................................................. 37
11. Replaceable Parts..................................................................................... 39
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Introduction
In this manual, a Warning identifies conditions and
actions that pose hazards to the user. A Caution
identifies conditions and actions that may damage the
meter or the equipment under test.
Introduction
WWarning
Read "Safety Information" before you use the
meter.
International symbols used on the meter and in this
manual are explained in Table 1.
Except where noted, the descriptions and instructions in
this manual apply to Series III Models 83, 85, 87, and
87/E multimeters. Model 87 is shown in all illustrations.
WWarning
To avoid possible electric shock or personal
injury, follow these guidelines:
Safety Information
•
Do not use the meter if it is damaged.
Before you use the meter, inspect the
case. Look for cracks or missing plastic.
Pay particular attention to the insulation
surrounding the connectors.
This meter complies with:
•
•
•
•
•
EN61010.1:1993
ANSI/ISA S82.01-1994
CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 1010.1-92
1000 V Overvoltage Category III, Pollution Degree 2
UL3111-1
•
•
Make sure the battery door is closed and
latched before you operate the meter.
Use the meter only as specified in this manual, otherwise
the protection provided by the meter may be impaired.
Replace the battery as soon as the
battery indicator (M) appears.
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Table 1. International Electrical Symbols
AC (Alternating Current)
Earth ground
DC (Direct Current)
AC or DC
Fuse
Conforms to European Union directives
Refer to the manual for information
about this feature.
Conforms to relevant Canadian
Standards Association directives
Battery
Double insulated
Inspected and licensed by TÜV Product Services.
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Safety Information
Caution
•
•
Remove test leads from the meter before
you open the battery door.
To avoid possible damage to the meter or to
the equipment under test, follow these
guidelines:
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.
•
Disconnect circuit power and discharge
all high-voltage capacitors before testing
resistance, continuity, diodes, or
capacitance.
•
Do not use the meter if it operates
abnormally. Protection may be impaired.
When in doubt, have the meter serviced.
•
•
Use the proper terminals, function, and
range for your measurements.
•
•
Do not operate the meter around
explosive gas, vapor, or dust.
Before measuring current, check the
meter’s fuses. (See "Testing the Fuses".)
Use only a single 9 V battery, properly
installed in the meter case, to power the
meter.
•
When servicing the meter, use only
specified replacement parts.
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To protect yourself, use the following guidelines:
Table 2. Inputs
Description
•
Use caution when working with voltages above 30 V
ac rms, 42 V ac peak, or 60 V dc. Such voltages
pose a shock hazard.
Terminal
Page
A
Input for 0 A to 10.00 A
current measurements
22
22
NA
•
•
When using the probes, keep your fingers behind the
finger guards.
mA µA Input for 0 µA to 400 mA
current measurements
Connect the common test lead before you connect
the live test lead. When you disconnect test leads,
disconnect the live test lead first.
COM
Return terminal for all
measurements
•
•
Avoid working alone.
V eG Input for voltage,
continuity, resistance,
diode, capacitance,
V: 12
e: 16
G: 21
E:18
When measuring current, turn off circuit power
before connecting the meter in the circuit. Remember
to place the meter in series with the circuit.
frequency, and duty
cycle measurements
Frequency: 25
Duty cycle: 27
Your Meter’s Features
Tables 2 through 5 briefly describe your meter’s features
and give page numbers where you can find more detailed
information about the features.
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Table 3. Rotary Switch Positions
Function
Switch Position
Page
12
K
L
AC voltage measurement
DC voltage measurement
400 mV dc voltage range
12
12
d
mV
ReE
R Continuity test
14
16
18
21
22
e Resistance measurement
E Capacitance measurement
Diode test
G
mA
A
DC or AC current measurements from 0 mA to 10.00 A
µA
DC or AC current measurements from 0 µA to 4000 µA
22
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Table 4. Pushbuttons
Button Function
Button
Function
ReE
Selects capacitance.
18
22
30
U
mA/A, µA
Power-up
Switches between dc and ac current.
Disables automatic power-off feature.
(Blue
button)
Any switch
position
Starts recording of minimum and maximum values. Steps the display through
MIN, MAX, AVG (average), and present readings.
M
K
Power-up
Enables high-accuracy 1-second response time for MIN MAX recording.
30
Any switch
position
Switches between the ranges available for the selected function. To return to
autoranging, hold the button down for 1 second.
See ranges in
specifications.
®
Manually selecting a range causes the meter to exit the Touch Hold , MIN
MAX, and REL (relative) modes.
Power-up
For servicing purposes only.
NA
32
Any switch
position
Touch Hold captures the present reading on the display. When a new, stable
reading is detected, the meter beeps and displays the new reading.
I
MIN MAX
recording
Stops and starts recording without erasing recorded values.
30
25
Frequency
counter
Stops and starts the frequency counter.
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Table 4. Pushbuttons (cont)
Button
Function
Button Function
Turns the backlight on and off.
Page
Any switch
position
b Model 87:
yellow button
For Model 87, hold the yellow button down for one second to enter the
4-1/2 digit mode. To return to the 3-1/2 digit mode, hold the button down
only until all display segments turn on (about one second).
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b Models 83,
85: gray
button
Continuity
ReE
Turns the continuity beeper on and off.
14
30
NA
32
T
MIN MAX
recording
On Model 87, switches between 250 µs and 100 ms or 1 s response
times.
Power-up
Disables the beeper for all functions.
C
(Relative
mode)
Any switch
position
Stores the present reading as a reference for subsequent readings. The
display is zeroed, and the stored reading is subtracted from all
subsequent readings.
Power-up
For Models 83 and 85, enables zoom mode for the bar graph.
Starts the frequency counter.
32
25
27
NA
Any switch
position
F
Press again to enter duty cycle mode.
Power-up
Provides >4000 MΩ input impedance for the 400 mV dc range.
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Table 5. Display Features
Indication
Number
Feature
±
A
Polarity indicator for the analog bar graph.
Relative (REL) mode is active.
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B
32
Q
C
D
The continuity beeper is on.
S
Indicates negative readings. In relative mode, this sign indicates that the
present input is less than the stored reference.
32
-
E
F
The battery is low. WWarning: To avoid false readings, which could lead
to possible electric shock or personal injury, replace the battery as soon
as the battery indicator appears.
35
The meter is in autorange mode and automatically selects the range with the
best resolution.
NA
AUTO
100 ms
MAX MIN AVG
G
H
I
Indicators for minimum-maximum recording mode.
30
32
Touch Hold is active.
AC DC
Indicator for ac or dc voltage or current. AC voltage and current is displayed as
an rms (root mean square) value.
12, 22
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Table 5. Display Features (continued)
Indication
Number
Feature
J
A, µA, mA
A: Amperes (amps). The unit of current.
µA: Microamp. 1 x 10-6 or 0.000001 amperes.
mA: Milliamp. 1 x 10-3 or 0.001 amperes.
22
V, mV
V: Volts. The unit of voltage.
12
18
mV: Millivolt. 1 x 10-3 or 0.001 volts.
µF, nF
F: Farad. The unit of capacitance.
µF: Microfarad. 1 x 10-6 or 0.000001 farads.
nF: Nanofarad. 1 x 10-9 or 0.000000001 farads.
nS
S: Siemen. The unit of conductance.
nS: Nanosiemen. 1 x 10-9 or 0.000000001 siemens.
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%
Percent. Used for duty cycle measurements.
27
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e, Me, ke
Ω: Ohm. The unit of resistance.
MΩ: Megohm. 1 x 106 or 1,000,000 ohms.
kΩ: Kilohm. 1 x 103 or 1000 ohms.
Hz, kHz, MHz Hz: Hertz. The unit of frequency.
kHz: Kilohertz. 1 x 103 or 1000 hertz.
25
MHz: Megahertz. 1 x 106 or 1,000,000 hertz.
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Table 5. Display Features (continued)
Number
Feature
Indication
Page
K
4000 mV
Displays the currently selected range.
See specifications
for ranges for each
function.
L
M
Analog bar graph
Provides an analog indication of the present inputs.
28
The input (or the relative value when in relative mode) is too large
for the selected range. For duty cycle measurements OL is
displayed when the input signal stays high or low.
Duty cycle: 27
0L
Power-Up Options
Automatic Power-Off
Holding a button down while turning the meter on
activates a power-up option. Table 4 includes the power-
up options available. These options are also listed on the
back of the meter.
The meter automatically turns off if you do not turn the
rotary switch or press a button for 30 minutes. To disable
automatic power-off, hold down the blue button while
turning the meter on. Automatic power-off is always
disabled in MIN MAX recording mode.
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Input Alert™ Feature
Measuring AC and DC Voltage
If a test lead is plugged into the mA/µA or A terminal, but
the rotary switch is not correctly set to the mA/µA or A
position, the beeper warns you by making a chirping
sound. This warning is intended to stop you from
attempting to measure voltage, continuity, resistance,
capacitance, or diode values when the leads are plugged
into a current terminal. Placing the probes across (in
parallel with) a powered circuit when a lead is plugged into
a current terminal can damage the circuit you are testing
and blow the meter’s fuse. This can happen because the
resistance through the meter’s current terminals is very
low, so the meter acts like a short circuit.
Voltage is the difference in electrical potential between
two points. The polarity of ac (alternating current) voltage
varies over time, while the polarity of dc (direct current)
voltage is constant over time. The meter presents ac
voltage values as rms (root mean square) readings. The
rms value is the equivalent dc voltage that would produce
the same amount of heat in a resistance as the measured
sinewave voltage. Models 85 and 87 feature true rms
readings, which are accurate for other wave forms (with
no dc offset) such as square waves, triangle waves, and
staircase waves.
The meter’s voltage ranges are 400 mV, 4 V, 40 V, 400 V,
and 1000 V. To select the 400 mV dc range, turn the
rotary switch to mV.
Making Measurements
The following sections describe how to take
measurements with your meter.
To measure ac or dc voltage, set up and connect the
meter as shown in Figure 2.
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The following are some tips for measuring voltage:
AC Voltage
•
When you measure 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.
RMS MULTIMETER
87III TRUE
MIN MAX
RANGE
HOLD
Hz
H
Switch Box
REL
41/2 DIGITS
PEAK MIN MAX
1
Second
mV
mA
A
V
V
µA
V
OFF
A
mA µA COM
V
•
For better accuracy when measuring the dc offset of
an ac voltage, measure the ac voltage first. Note the
ac voltage range, then manually select a dc voltage
range equal to or higher than the ac range. This
procedure improves the accuracy of the dc
measurement by ensuring that the input protection
circuits are not activated.
400mA MAX
FUSED
10A MAX
FUSED
X
!
DC Voltage
RMS MULTIMETER
87III TRUE
MIN MAX
RANGE
HOLD
Hz
H
REL
PEAK MIN MAX
41/2 DIGITS
1
Second
mV
mA
A
V
V
µA
V
OFF
A
mA µA COM
V
+
400mA MAX
FUSED
10A MAX
FUSED
X
!
iy2f.eps
Figure 2. Measuring AC and DC Voltage
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The continuity function detects intermittent opens and
shorts lasting as little as 1 millisecond (0.001 second).
These brief contacts cause the meter to emit a short beep.
Testing for Continuity
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 for continuity.
Continuity is the presence of a complete path for current
flow. The continuity test features a beeper that sounds if a
circuit is complete. The beeper allows you to perform
quick continuity tests without having to watch the display.
To test for continuity, set up the meter as shown in
Figure 3.
Press Tto turn the continuity beeper on or off.
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For in-circuit tests, turn circuit power off.
Activates
RMS MULTIMETER
87III TRUE
RMS MULTIMETER
87III TRUE
continuity
beeper
MIN MAX
RANGE
HOLD
Hz
H
MIN MAX
RANGE
REL
D
Hz
H
REL
4
1/2 DIGITS
PEAK MIN MAX
4
1
1/2 DIGITS PEAK MIN MAX
conds
Seconds
mV
mV
mA
A
mA
A
V
V
V
V
µA
µA
OFF
OFF
A
mA µA COM
V
400mA MAX
FUSED
400mA MAX
FUSED
10A MAX
FUSED
10A MAX
FUSED
1
!
!
OFF
(open)
ON
(closed)
iy4f.eps
Figure 3. Testing for Continuity
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The following are some tips for measuring resistance:
Measuring Resistance
•
Because the meter’s test current flows through all
possible paths between the probe tips, the measured
value of a resistor in a circuit is often different from
the resistor’s rated value.
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 test leads can add 0.1 Ω to 0.2 Ω of error to
resistance measurements. To test the leads, touch
the probe tips together and read the resistance of the
leads. If necessary, you can use the relative (REL)
mode to automatically subtract this value.
Resistance is an opposition to current flow. The unit of
resistance is the ohm (Ω). 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 resistance function can produce enough voltage
to forward-bias silicon diode or transistor junctions,
causing them to conduct. To avoid this, do not use
the 40 MΩ range for in-circuit resistance
measurements.
The meter’s resistance ranges are 400 Ω, 4 kΩ, 40 kΩ,
400 kΩ, 4 MΩ, and 40 MΩ.
To measure resistance, set up the meter as shown in
Figure 4.
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In-Circuit Resistance Measurements
Isolating a Potentiometer
Circuit Power
1
OFF
2
3
Disconnect
2
1
RMS MULTIMETER
87III TRUE
3
H
MIN MAX
RANGE
HOLD
Hz
Isolating a Resistor
REL
PEAK MIN MAX
4
1
1/2 DIGITS
Seconds
mV
mA
A
V
V
µA
OFF
A
mA µA
COM
V
400mA MAX
FUSED
10A MAX
FUSED
X
!
Disconnect
iy6f.eps
Figure 4. Measuring Resistance
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The following are some tips for measuring conductance:
Using Conductance for High Resistance or
Leakage Tests
•
High-resistance readings are susceptible to electrical
noise. To smooth out most noisy readings, enter the
MIN MAX recording mode; then scroll to the average
(AVG) reading.
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 unit of conductance is the Siemen (S). The meter’s
40 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, or
100,000,000,000 Ω (1/1 nS = 1,000 MΩ).
•
There is normally a residual conductance reading
with the test leads open. To ensure accurate
readings, use the relative (REL) mode to subtract the
residual value.
Measuring Capacitance
Caution
To measure conductance, set up the meter as shown for
measuring resistance (Figure 4); then press Kuntil
the nS indicator appears on the display.
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.
Capacitance is the ability of a component to store an
electrical charge. The unit of capacitance is the farad (F).
Most capacitors are in the nanofarad to microfarad range.
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Making Measurements
The meter measures capacitance by charging the
capacitor with a known current for a known period of time,
measuring the resulting voltage, then calculating the
capacitance. The measurement takes about 1 second per
range. The capacitor charge can be up to 1.2 V.
RMS MULTIMETER
87IIITRUE
Select
Capacitance
µ
nF
MIN MAX
RANGE
HOLD
Hz
H
REL
4
1/2 DIGITS PEAK MIN MAX
1
Seconds
mV
mA
A
V
V
The meter’s capacitance ranges are 5 nF, 0.05 µF,
0.5 µF, and 5 µF.
µA
OFF
A
mA µA
COM
V
To measure capacitance, set up the meter as shown in
Figure 5.
400
F
CAT II
10A MAX
FUSED
1000V MAX
The following are some tips for measuring capacitance:
•
To speed up measurements of similar values, press
Kto manually select the proper range.
•
To improve the accuracy of measurements less than
5 nF, use the relative (REL) mode to subtract the
residual capacitance of the meter and leads.
+
+
+
+
+
+
+
+
+
iy10f.eps
Figure 5. Measuring Capacitance
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•
To estimate capacitance values above 5 µF, use the
current supplied by the meter’s resistance function,
as follows:
Table 6. Estimating Capacitance Values Over
5 Microfarads
µF/second
of Charge
1. Set up the meter to measure resistance.
Suggested
Range*
Expected Capacitance
Up to 10 µF
Time
2. Press Kto select a range based on the
value of capacitance you expect to measure
(refer to Table 6.)
4 Me
400 ke
40 ke
4 ke
0.3
3
11 µF to 100 µF
3. Discharge the capacitor.
101 µF to 1000 µF
1001 µF to 10,000 µF
10,000 µF to 100,000 µF
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4. Place the meter’s leads across the capacitor;
then time how long it takes for the display to
reach OL.
300
3000
400 e
5. Multiply the charge time from step 4 by the
appropriate value in the µF/second of Charge
Time column in 6. The result is the estimated
capacitance value in microfarads (µF).
*These ranges keep the full-charge time between 3.7 seconds
and 33.3 seconds for the expected capacitance values. If the
capacitor charges too quickly for you to time, select the next
higher resistance range.
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Making Measurements
Testing Diodes
Forward Bias
Caution
RMS MULTIMETER
87III TRUE
Typical
Reading
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.
+
MIN MAX
RANGE
HOLD
Hz
H
REL
PEAK MIN MAX
4
1/2 DIGITS
1
Seconds
mV
mA
A
V
V
µA
OFF
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 0.5 V and 0.8 V.
A
mA µA
COM
V
400mA MAX
FUSED
10A MAX
1
FUSED
!
Reverse Bias
To test a diode out of a circuit, set up the meter as shown
in Figure 6. For forward-bias readings on any
semiconductor component, place the red test lead on the
component’s positive terminal and place the black lead
on the component’s negative terminal.
RMS MULTIMETER
87III TRUE
+
MIN MAX
RANGE
HOLD
Hz
H
REL
4
1/2 DIGITS PEAK MIN MAX
1
Seconds
mV
mA
A
V
V
µA
OFF
In a circuit, a good diode should still produce a forward-
bias reading of 0.5 V to 0.8 V; however, the reverse-bias
reading can vary depending on the resistance of other
pathways between the probe tips.
A
mA µA
COM
V
400mA MAX
FUSED
10A MAX
FUSED
!
iy9f.eps
Figure 6. Testing a Diode
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The meter’s current ranges are 400 µA, 4000 µA,
40 mA, 400 mA, 4000 mA, and 10 A. AC current is
displayed as an rms value.
Measuring AC or DC Current
WWarning
Never attempt an in-circuit current
To measure current, refer to Figure 7 and proceed as
follows:
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.
1. Turn off power to the circuit. Discharge all high-
voltage capacitors.
2. Insert the black lead into the COM terminal. For
currents between 4 mA and 400 mA, insert the red
lead into the mA/µA terminal. For currents above
400 mA, insert the red lead into the A terminal.
Caution
To avoid possible damage to the meter or to
the equipment under test, check the meter’s
fuses before measuring current. Use the
proper terminals, function, and range for
your measurement. Never place the probes
across (in parallel with) any circuit or
component when the leads are plugged into
the current terminals.
Note
To avoid blowing the meter’s 400 mA fuse, use
the mA/µA terminal only if you are sure the
current is less than 400 mA.
Current is the flow of electrons through a conductor. To
measure current, you must break the circuit under test,
then place the meter in series with the circuit.
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Total current to circuit
Circuit Power:
OFF to connect meter.
ON for measurement.
OFF to disconnect meter.
1
4
RMS MULTIMETER
87III TRUE
5
AC DC
H
MIN MAX
RANGE
HOLD
Hz
3
mA
A
Current through one component
REL
4
1/2 DIGITS PEAK MIN MAX
1
Seconds
mV
µA
mA
A
V
V
µA
2
OFF
mA µA
COM
V
A
MAX
D
X
10A MAX
FUSED
5
iy7f.eps
Figure 7. Measuring Current
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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 4000 µA
(4 mA), or mA/A for currents above 4000 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 ac current, press the blue button.
•
A current meter drops a small voltage across itself,
which might affect circuit operation. You can calculate
this burden voltage using the values listed in the
specifications in Table 14.
5. Break the circuit path to be tested. Touch the black
probe to the more negative side of the break; touch
the red probe to the more positive side of the break.
Reversing the leads will produce a negative reading,
but will not damage the meter.
6. Turn on power to the circuit; then read the display. Be
sure to note the unit given at the right side of the
display (µA, mA, or A).
7. Turn off power to the circuit and discharge all high-
voltage capacitors. Remove the meter and restore the
circuit to normal operation.
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Making Measurements
The following are some tips for measuring frequency:
Measuring Frequency
Frequency is the number of cycles a signal completes
each second. 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. In
the L function, the lower ranges also have lower
trigger levels.
Table 7 summarizes the trigger levels and applications for
measuring frequency using the various ranges of the
meter’s voltage and current functions.
•
If a reading seems to be a multiple of what you
expect, the input signal may be distorted. Distortion
can cause multiple triggerings of the frequency
counter. Selecting a higher voltage range might solve
this problem by decreasing the sensitivity of the
meter. You can also try selecting a dc range, which
raises the trigger level. In general, the lowest
frequency displayed is the correct one.
To measure frequency, connect the meter to the signal
source; then press F. Pressing Tswitches the
trigger slope between + and -, as indicated by the symbol
at the left side of the display (refer to Figure 8 under
"Measuring Duty Cycle"). Pressing Istops and
starts the counter.
The meter autoranges to one of five frequency ranges:
199.99 Hz, 1999.9 Hz, 19.999 kHz, 199.99 kHz, and
greater than 200 kHz. For frequencies below 10 Hz, the
display is updated at the frequency of the input. Between
0.5 Hz and 0.3 Hz, the display may be unstable. Below
0.3 Hz, the display shows 0.000 Hz.
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Table 7. Functions and Trigger Levels for Frequency Measurements
Approximate
Function
Range
Trigger Level
Typical Application
K
4 V, 40 V, 400 V, 0 V
1000 V
Most signals.
K
400 mV
0 V
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.)
L
L
L
L
L
400 mV
4 V
40 mV
1.7 V
4 V
Refer to the measurement tips given before this table.
5 V logic signals (TTL).
40 V
Automotive switching signals.
400 V
1000 V
40 V
Refer to the measurement tips given before this table.
400 V
ReEG Frequency counter characteristics are not specified for these functions.
\
µAF
^
AF
All ranges
0 A
AC current signals.
400 µA
40 mA
4 A
Refer to the measurement tips given before this table.
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frequency function, you can change the slope for the
meter’s counter by pressing T.
Measuring Duty Cycle
Duty cycle (or duty factor) is the percentage of time a
signal is above or below a trigger level during one cycle
(Figure 8). The duty cycle mode is optimized for
measuring the on or off time of logic and switching
signals. Systems such as electronic fuel injection systems
and switching power supplies are controlled by pulses of
varying width, which can be checked by measuring duty
cycle.
For 5 V logic signals, use the 4 V dc range. For 12 V
switching signals in automobiles, use the 40 V dc range.
For sine waves, use the lowest range that does not result
in multiple triggering. (Normally, a distortion-free signal
can be up to ten times the amplitude of the selected
voltage range.)
If a duty cycle reading is unstable, press MIN MAX; then
scroll to the AVG (average) display.
To measure duty cycle, set up the meter to measure
frequency; then press Hz a second time. As with the
+Slope
-Slope
Trigger Point
Trigger Point
30% Above
+Slope
70% Below
-Slope
100%
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Figure 8. Components of Duty Cycle Measurements
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Determining Pulse Width
Analog Bar Graph
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:
The analog bar graph functions like the needle on an
analog meter, but without the overshoot. The bar graph is
updated 40 times per second. Because the graph
responds 10 times faster than the digital display, it is
useful for making peak and null adjustments and
observing rapidly changing inputs.
1. Measure the signal’s frequency.
2. Press Fa second time to measure the signal’s
duty cycle. Press T to select a measurement of
the signal’s positive or negative pulse. (Refer to
Figure 8.)
Model 87 Bar Graph
Model 87’s bar graph consists of 32 segments. The
position of the pointer on the display represents the last
three digits of the digital display. For example, for inputs
of 500 Ω, 1500 Ω, and 2500 Ω, the pointer is near 0.5 on
the scale. If the last three digits are 999, the pointer is at
the far right of the scale. As the digits increment past 000,
the pointer wraps back to the left side of the display. The
polarity indicator at the left of the graph indicates the
polarity of the input.
3. Use the following formula to determine the pulse
width:
Pulse Width = % Duty Cycle ÷ 100
(in seconds)
Frequency
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4-1/2 Digit Mode (Model 87)
Models 83 and 85 Bar Graph
4-1/2 Digit Mode (Model 87)
The bar graph on Models 83 and 85 consists of 43
segments. The number of lit segments is relative to the
full-scale value of the selected range. The polarity
indicator at the left of the graph indicates the polarity of
the input. For example, if the 40 V range is selected, the
"4" on the scale represents 40 V. An input of -30 V would
light the negative sign and the segments up to the "3" on
the scale.
On a Model 87 meter, pressing the yellow button for one
second causes the meter to enter the high-resolution,
4-1/2 digit mode. Readings are displayed at 10 times the
normal resolution with a maximum display of 19,999
counts. The display is updated once per second. The
4-1/2 digit mode works in all modes except capacitance
and the 250 µs and 100 ms MIN MAX modes.
To return to the 3-1/2 digit mode, press the yellow button
only until all of the display segments turn on (about one
second).
If the input equals or exceeds the 4096 counts on a
manually-selected range, all segments are lit and®
appears to the right of the bar graph. The graph does not
operate with the capacitance or frequency counter
functions.
The bar graph on Models 83 and 85 also has a zoom
function, as described under "Zoom Mode".
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The 100 millisecond response time is best for recording
power supply surges, inrush currents, and finding
intermittent failures. This response time follows the
update time of the analog display.
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. MIN MAX mode can
also calculate an average of all readings taken since the
MIN MAX mode was activated. To use MIN MAX mode,
refer to the functions in Table 8.
The high-accuracy 1 second response time has the full
accuracy of the meter and is best for recording power
supply drift, line voltage changes, or circuit performance
while line voltage, temperature, load, or some other
parameter is being changed.
The true average value (AVG) displayed in the 100 ms
and 1 s modes is the mathematical integral of all readings
taken since you started recording. The average reading is
useful for smoothing out unstable inputs, calculating
power consumption, or estimating the percent of time a
circuit is active.
Response time is the length of time an input must stay at
a new value to be recorded. A shorter response time
captures shorter events, but with decreased accuracy.
Changing the response time erases all recorded
readings. Models 83 and 85 have 100 millisecond and
1 second response times; Model 87 has 1 second,
100 millisecond, and 250 µs (peak) response times. The
250 µs response time is indicated by "1 ms" on the
display.
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MIN MAX Recording Mode
Table 8. MIN MAX Functions
MIN MAX Function
Button
M
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.
M
Scroll through minimum (MIN), maximum (MAX), and average (AVG) values.
(While in MIN MAX mode)
T
PEAK MIN MAX
Model 87 only: Select 100 ms or 250 µs response time. (The 250 µs response time is
indicated by "1 ms" on the display.) Stored values are erased. The present and AVG
(average) values are not available when 250 µs is selected.
I
Stop recording without erasing stored values. Press again to resume recording.
Exit MIN MAX mode. Stored values are erased. The meter stays in the selected range.
M
(hold for 1 second)
Hold down M
while turning the meter on
Select 1 s high-accuracy response time. See text under "MIN MAX Recording Mode" for
more explanation. MIN MAX readings for the frequency counter are recorded only in the
high-accuracy mode.
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Touch Hold ® Mode
In relative mode, the reading shown is always the
difference between the present reading and the stored
reference value. For example, if the stored reference
value is 15.00 V and the present reading is 14.10 V, the
display shows -0.90 V.
WWarning
The Touch Hold mode will not capture
unstable or noisy readings. Do not use
Touch Hold mode to determine that circuits
are without power.
On Model 87, the relative mode does not change the
operation of the analog display.
The Touch Hold 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 Touch Hold mode, press I.
Zoom Mode (Models 83 and 85)
Selecting relative mode on a Model 83 or 85 meter
causes the bar graph to enter Zoom mode. In zoom
mode, the center of the graph represents zero and the
sensitivity of the bar graph increases by a factor of 10.
Measured values more negative than the stored
reference light segments to the left of center; values more
positive light segments to the right of center.
Relative Mode
Selecting relative mode ( C) causes the meter to
zero the display and store the present reading as the
reference for subsequent measurements. The meter is
locked into the range selected when you pressed
C. Press Cagain to exit this mode.
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Maintenance
Uses for the Zoom Mode (Models 83 and 85)
Maintenance
The relative mode, combined with the increased
sensitivity of the bar graph’s zoom mode, helps you make
fast and accurate zero and peak adjustments.
Repairs or servicing not covered in this manual should be
performed only by qualified personnel as described in the
80 Series III Service Manual.
For zero adjustments, set the meter to the desired
function, short the test leads together, press C;
then connect the leads to the circuit under test. Adjust the
circuit’s variable component until the display reads zero.
Only the center segment on the Zoom bar graph is lit.
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. Clean the
terminals as follows:
For peak adjustments, set the meter to the desired
function, connect the leads to the circuit under test; then
press C. The display reads zero. As you adjust for
a positive or negative peak, the bar graph length
increases to the right or left of zero. If an overange
symbol lights
1. Turn the meter off and remove all test leads.
2. Shake out any dirt that may be in the terminals.
3. Soak a new swab with a cleaning and oiling agent
(such as WD-40). Work the swab around in each
terminal. The oiling agent insulates the terminals
from moisture-related activation of the Input Alert
feature.
(Û
®
), press C twice to set a new
reference; then continue with your adjustment.
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Testing the Fuses
TRUE RMS MULTIMETER
87
Good F2 fuse: 00.0 Ω to
00.5 Ω
Replace fuse: OL
Before measuring current, test the appropriate fuse as
shown in Figure 9. If the tests give readings other than
those shown, have the meter serviced.
MIN MAX
RANGE
REL
HOLD
Hz
H
PEAK MIN MAX
mV
mA
A
V
µA
V
OFF
WWarning
Touch top half
of input contacts
A
mA µA
COM
V
!
400mA MAX
CAT II
FUSED
10A MAX
FUSED
1000V MA
To avoid electrical shock or personal injury,
remove the test leads and any input signals
before replacing the battery or fuses. To
prevent damage or injury, install ONLY
specified replacement fuses with the
amperage, voltage, and speed ratings shown
in Table 9.
!
TRUE RMS MULTIMETER
87
MIN MAX
RANGE
REL
HOLD
Hz
H
PEAK MIN MAX
mV
mA
A
V
Good F1 fuse: 0.995 kΩ to
1.005 kΩ
µA
V
OFF
A
mA µA
COM
V
Replace fuse: OL
!
400mA MAX
CAT II
FUSED
10
F
1000V MA
!
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Figure 9. Testing the Current Fuses
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Maintenance
Replacing the Battery
Replacing the Fuses
Replace the battery with a 9 V battery (NEDA A1604,
6F22, or 006P).
Referring to Figure 10, examine or replace the meter’s
fuses as follows:
1. Turn the rotary switch to OFF and remove the test
leads from the terminals.
WWarning
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.
2. Remove the battery door by using a standard-blade
screwdriver to turn the battery door screws one-
quarter turn counterclockwise.
Replace the battery as follows (refer to Figure 10):
3. Remove the three Phillips-head screws from the
case bottom and turn the case over.
1. Turn the rotary switch to OFF and remove the test
leads from the terminals.
4. Gently lift the input terminal-end of the top case to
separate the two halves of the case.
2. Remove the battery door by using a standard-blade
screwdriver to turn the battery door screws one-
quarter turn counterclockwise.
5. Remove the fuse by gently prying one end loose,
then sliding the fuse out of its bracket.
3. Replace the battery and the battery door. Secure the
door by turning the screws one-quarter turn
clockwise.
6. Install ONLY specified replacement fuses with the
amperage, voltage, and speed ratings shown in
Table 9.
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6. Verify that the rotary switch and the circuit board
switch are in the OFF position.
Service and Parts
If the meter fails, check the battery and fuses. Review this
manual to verify proper use of the meter.
7. Replace the case top, ensuring that the gasket is
properly seated and case snaps together above the
LCD (item A).
Replacement parts and accessories are shown in Tables
9 and 10 and Figure 11.
8. Reinstall the three screws and the battery door.
Secure the door by turning the screws one-quarter
turn clockwise.
To contact Fluke, call one of the following telephone
numbers:
USA: 1-888-99-FLUKE (1-888-993-5853)
Canada: 1-800-36-FLUKE (1-800-363-5853)
Europe: +31 402-678-200
Japan: +81-3-3434-0181
Singapore: +65-738-5655
Anywhere in the world: +1-425-356-5500
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Table 9. Replacement Parts
Description
Fluke Part
or Model
Number
Item
Quantity
BT1
Battery, 9 V
614487
943121
803293
832246
824466
831933
1611720
1611712
688168
688645
1
1
1
3
2
1
1
1
1
F1 W
F2 W
H1
MP1
MP2
TM1
TM2
TM3
TM4
Fuse, 0.440 A, 1000 V, FAST
Fuse, 11 A, 1000 V, FAST
Screw, Case
Foot, Non-Skid
O-Ring, Input Receptacle
CD-ROM (contains Users Manual)
Getting Started Manual
Quick Reference Guide, Fluke 80 Series III
Service Manual
Optional
WTo ensure safety, use exact replacement only.
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Service and Parts
TL75
Test Lead Set
MP85
T24 Test
Lead Set
S1
AC20 Alligator
Clip (Black)
TP1, TP4 Probes
87/E Test Lead Set
F2
AC70A
Alligator Clips
F1
MP2
TM1
C81Y
MP86
TM2
H1
MP1
MP92
BT1
TM3
H5, 6
iy11f.eps
Figure 11. Replaceable Parts
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Table 10. Accessories*
Description
Fluke Part
Number
Item
Quantity
TL20
AC70A
TL75
TL24
TP1
Industrial Test Lead Set (Optional)
Alligator Clips for use with TL75 test lead set
Test Lead Set
Test Lead Set, Heat-Resistant Silicone
Test Probes, Flat Blade, Slim Reach
Test Probes, 4 mm diameter, Slim Reach
Safety Grip, Wide-Jaw Alligator Clips
Holster, Yellow
TL20
AC70A
TL75
TL24
TP1
1
1
TP4
TP4
AC20
C81Y
C81G
C25
AC20
C81Y
C81G
C25
1
Holster, Gray (Optional)
Carrying Case, Soft (Optional)
* Fluke accessories are available from your authorized Fluke distributor.
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Specifications
Specifications
Maximum Voltage between any Terminal and Earth Ground: 1000 V rms
WFuse Protection for mA or µA inputs: 44/100 A, 1000 V FAST Fuse
WFuse Protection for A input: 11 A, 1000 V FAST Fuse
Display: Digital: 4000 counts updates 4/sec; (Model 87 also has 19,999 counts in 4½-digit mode, updates 1/sec.). Analog: updates
40/sec. Frequency: 19,999 counts, updates 3/sec at >10 Hz. Model 87: 4 x 32 segments (equivalent to 128); Models 83, 85: 43 segments.
Temperature: Operating: -20°C to +55°C; Storage: -40°C to +60°C
Altitude: Operating: 2000 m; Storage: 10,000 m
Temperature Coefficient: 0.05 x (specified accuracy)/ °C (<18°C or >28°C)
Electromagnetic Compatibility: In an RF field of 3 V/m total accuracy = specified accuracy except: Models 85,87: Total Accuracy =
Specified Accuracy + 0.4% of range above 800 MHz (µADC only). (mVAC and µAAC unspecified). Model 83: Total Accuracy = Specified
Accuracy + 5% of range above 300 MHz (µADC only). (VDC unspecified).
Relative Humidity: 0% to 90% (0°C to 35°C); 0% to 70% (35°C to 55°C)
Battery Type: 9 V zinc, NEDA 1604 or 6F22 or 006P
Battery Life: 400 hrs typical with alkaline (with backlight off)
Shock Vibration: Per MIL-T-28800 for a Class 2 instrument
Size (HxWxL): 1.25 in x 3.41 in x 7.35 in (3.1 cm x 8.6 cm x 18.6 cm)
Size with Holster and Flex-Stand: 2.06 in x 3.86 in x 7.93 in (5.2 cm x 9.8 cm x 20.1 cm)
Weight: 12.5 oz (355 g)
Weight with Holster and Flex-Stand: 22.0 oz (624 g)
Safety: Complies with ANSI/ISA S82.01-1994, CSA 22.2 No. 1010.1:1992 to 1000 V Overvoltage Category III. UL listed to UL3111-1.
Licensed by TÜV to EN61010-1.
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Table 11. Models 85 and 87 AC Voltage Function Specifications
1
Function
Range
Resolution
Accuracy
2
50 Hz - 60 Hz
45 Hz - 1 kHz
1 kHz - 5 kHz
5 kHz - 20 kHz
400.0 mV
4.000 V
40.00 V
400.0 V
1000 V
0.1 mV
0.001 V
0.01 V
0.1 V
±(0.7% + 4)
±(0.7% + 2)
±(0.7% + 2)
±(0.7% + 2)
±(0.7% + 2)
±(1.0% + 4)
±(1.0% + 4)
±(1.0% + 4)
±(1.0% + 4)
±(2.0% + 4)
±(2.0% + 4)
±(2.0% + 4)
±(2.0% + 20)
±(2.0% + 20)
±(2.0% + 20)
unspecified
unspecified
K 3
4
±(2.0% + 4)
5
1 V
±(1.0% + 4)
unspecified
1. 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 ac-coupled and valid from 5% to 100% of range. Models 85 and 87 are true rms responding. AC crest factor can
be up to 3 at full scale, 6 at half scale. For non-sinusoidal wave forms add -(2% Rdg + 2% full scale) typical, for a crest factor up to 3.
2. Below 10% of range, add 6 counts.
3. Models 85 and 87 are true rms responding meters. When the input leads are shorted together in the ac functions, the meters display
a reading (typically <25 counts) that is caused by internal amplifier noise. The accuracy on Models 85 and 87 is not significantly
affected by this internal offset when measuring inputs that are within 5% to 100% of the selected range. When the rms value of the
two values (5% of range and internal offset) is calculated, the effect is minimal as shown in the following example where 20.0 = 5% of
400 mV range, and 2.5 is the internal offset: RMS = SQRT[(20.0)2 + (2.5)2] = 20.16. If you use the REL function to zero the display
when using the ac functions, a constant error that is equal to the internal offset will result.
4. Frequency range: 1 kHz to 2.5 kHz.
5. Below 10% of range, add 16 counts.
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Table 12. Model 83 AC Voltage Function Specifications
1
Function
Range
Resolution
Accuracy
50 Hz - 60 Hz
45 Hz - 1 kHz
1 kHz - 5 kHz
400.0 mV
4.000 V
40.00 V
400.0 V
1000 V
0.1 mV
0.001 V
0.01 V
0.1 V
±(0.5% + 4)
±(0.5% + 2)
±(0.5% + 2)
±(0.5% + 2)
±(0.5% + 2)
±(1.0% + 4)
±(1.0% + 4)
±(1.0% + 4)
±(1.0% + 4)
±(1.0% + 4)
±(2.0% + 4)
±(2.0% + 4)
±(2.0% + 4)
K2
3
±(2.0% + 4)
1 V
unspecified
1. See the first sentence in Table 11 for a complete explanation of accuracy.
2. Below a reading of 200 counts, add 10 counts.
3. Frequency range: 1 kHz to 2.5 kHz.
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Table 13. DC Voltage, Resistance, and Conductance Function Specifications
1
Accuracy
Function
Range
4.000 V
Resolution
Model 83
Model 85
Model 87
0.001 V
0.01 V
0.1 V
1 V
±(0.1% + 1)
±(0.1% + 1)
±(0.1% + 1)
±(0.1% + 1)
±(0.08% + 1)
±(0.08% + 1)
±(0.08% + 1)
±(0.08% + 1)
±(0.05% + 1)
±(0.05% + 1)
±(0.05% + 1)
±(0.05% + 1)
L
40.00 V
400.0 V
1000 V
400.0 mV
0.1 mV
±(0.3% + 1)
±(0.1% + 1)
±(0.1% + 1)
F
mV
2
2
2
400.0 Ω
0.1 Ω
±(0.4% + 2)
±(0.4% + 1)
±(0.4% + 1)
±(0.7% + 1)
±(0.7% + 1)
±(1.0% + 3)
±(1.0% + 10)
±(0.2% + 2)
±(0.2% + 2)
e
4.000 kΩ
40.00 kΩ
400.0 kΩ
4.000 MΩ
40.00 MΩ
40.00 nS
0.001 kΩ
0.01 kΩ
0.1 kΩ
0.001 MΩ
0.01 MΩ
0.01 nS
±(0.2% + 1)
±(0.2% + 1)
±(0.6% + 1)
±(0.6% + 1)
±(1.0% + 3)
±(1.0% + 10)
±(0.2% + 1)
±(0.2% + 1)
±(0.6% + 1)
±(0.6% + 1)
±(1.0% + 3)
±(1.0% + 10)
nS
1. See the first sentence in Table 11 for a complete explanation of accuracy.
2. When using the REL ∆ function to compensate for offsets.
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Table 14. Current Function Specifications
Accuracy
1
2
3, 4
3, 4
Function
Range
Resolution
Model 83
Model 85
Model 87
Burden Voltage
(typical)
6
6
40.00 mA
400.0 mA
4000 mA
0.01 mA
0.1 mA
1 mA
±(1.2% + 2)
±(1.2% + 2)
±(1.2% + 2)
±(1.2% + 2)
±(1.0% + 2)
±(1.0% + 2)
±(1.0% + 2)
±(1.0% + 2)
±(1.0% + 2)
±(1.0% + 2)
±(1.0% + 2)
±(1.0% + 2)
1.8 mV/mA
1.8 mV/mA
0.03 V/A
mA
\
(45 Hz to 2 kHz)
6
6
6
6
6
6
5
10.00 A
0.01 A
0.03 V/A
mA
[
±(0.4% + 4)
±(0.4% + 2)
±(0.4% + 4)
±(0.4% + 2)
±(0.2% + 4)
±(0.2% + 2)
±(0.2% + 4)
±(0.2% + 2)
±(0.2% + 4)
±(0.2% + 2)
±(0.2% + 4)
±(0.2% + 2)
40.00 mA
400.0 mA
4000 mA
0.01 mA
0.1 mA
1 mA
1.8 mV/mA
1.8 mV/mA
0.03 V/A
5
10.00 A
0.01 A
0.03 V/A
1. See the first sentence in Table 11 for a complete explanation of accuracy.
2. AC conversion for Model 83 is ac coupled and calibrated to the rms value of a sinewave input.
3. AC conversions for Models 85 and 87 are ac coupled, true rms responding, and valid from 5% to 100% of range.
4. See note 3 in Table 11.
5.
10 A continuous; 20 A for 30 seconds maximum; >10 A: unspecified.
6. Below a reading of 200 counts, add 10 counts.
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Table 14. Current Function Specifications (continued)
1
Accuracy
2
3, 4
3, 4
Function
Range
Resolution
Model 83
Model 85
Model 87
Burden
Voltage
(typical)
µA B
(45 Hz to 2 kHz)
5
5
5
400.0 µA
4000 µA
0.1 µA
1 µA
±(1.2% + 2)
±(1.2% + 2)
±(1.0% + 2)
±(1.0% + 2)
±(1.0% + 2)
±(1.0% + 2)
100 µV/µA
100 µV/µA
5
µAF
400.0 µA
4000 µA
0.1 µA
1 µA
±(0.4% + 4)
±(0.4% + 2)
±(0.2% + 4)
±(0.2% + 2)
±(0.2% + 4)
±(0.2% + 2)
100 µV/µA
100 µV/µA
1. See the first sentence in Table 11 for a complete explanation of accuracy.
2. AC conversion for Model 83 is ac coupled and calibrated to the rms value of a sinewave input.
3. AC conversions for Models 85 and 87 are ac coupled, true rms responding, and valid from 5% to 100% of range.
4. See note 3 in Table 11.
5. Below a reading of 200 counts, add 10 counts.
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Table 15. Capacitance and Diode Function Specifications
1
Function
Range
Resolution
Accuracy
5.00 nF
0.01 nF
±(1% + 3)
±(1% + 3)
±(1% + 3)
E
0.0500 µF
0.500 µF
5.00 µF
0.0001 µF
0.001 µF
0.01 µF
±(1.9% + 3)
3.000 V
0.001 V
±(2% + 1)
G
1. With a film capacitor or better, using Relative mode to zero residual. See the first sentence in Table 11 for a complete explanation of
accuracy.
Table 16. Frequency Counter Specifications
1
Function
Frequency
Range
199.99
Resolution
Accuracy
0.01 Hz
0.1 Hz
±(0.005% + 1)
±(0.005% + 1)
±(0.005% + 1)
±(0.005% + 1)
unspecified
(0.5 Hz to 200 kHz,
1999.9
pulse width >2 µs)
19.999 kHz
199.99 kHz
>200 kHz
0.001 kHz
0.01 kHz
0.1 kHz
1. See the first sentence in Table 11 for a complete explanation of accuracy.
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Table 17. Frequency Counter Sensitivity and Trigger Levels
Minimum Sensitivity (RMS Sinewave) Approximate Trigger Level
1
Input Range
5 Hz - 20 kHz
0.5 Hz - 200 kHz
(DC Voltage Function)
400 mV dc
400 mV dc
4 V
70 mV (to 400 Hz)
70 mV (to 400 Hz)
150 mV
40 mV
150 mV
0.3 V
3 V
0.7 V
1.7 V
4 V
40 V
7 V (≤140 kHz)
70 V (≤14.0 kHz)
700 V (≤1.4 kHz)
400 V
30 V
40 V
400 V
1000 V
300 V
Duty Cycle Range
Accuracy
0.0 to 99.9%
Within ±(0.05% per kHz + 0.1%) of full scale for a 5 V logic family input on the 4 V dc range.
Within ±((0.06 x Voltage Range/Input Voltage) x 100%) of full scale for sine wave inputs on ac voltage ranges.
1. Maximum input for specified accuracy = 10X Range or 1000 V.
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Table 18. Electrical Characteristics of the Terminals
Input
Common Mode Rejection
Ratio
Overload
Impedance
(nominal)
1
Function
Protection
(1 kΩ unbalance)
Normal Mode Rejection
>60 dB at 50 Hz or 60 Hz
>60 dB at 50 Hz or 60 Hz
L
1000 V rms
1000 V rms
10 MΩ<100 pF
10 MΩ<100 pF
>120 dB at dc, 50 Hz or 60 Hz
>120 dB at dc, 50 Hz or 60 Hz
F
mV
K
1000 V rms
10 MΩ<100 pF
>60 dB, dc to 60 Hz
(ac-coupled)
Full Scale Voltage
Typical Short Circuit Current
Open Circuit
Test Voltage
To 4.0 MΩ
40 MΩ or nS
400 Ω
4 k
40 k
400 k
4 M
40 M
e
1000 V rms
1000 V rms
<1.3 V dc
<3.9 V dc
<450 mV dc
<1.3 V dc
200 µA 80 µA
12 µA
1.4 µA
0.2 µA 0.2 µA
G
3.000 V dc
0.6 mA typical
6
1. 10 V Hz max
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Table 19. MIN MAX Recording Specifications
Accuracy
Model
Nominal Response
83
100 ms to 80%
1 s
Specified accuracy ±12 counts for changes >200 ms in duration (±40 counts in ac with beeper on)
Same as specified accuracy for changes >2 seconds in duration (±40 counts in ac with beeper on)
85, 87
100 ms to 80%
(DC functions)
Specified accuracy ±12 counts for changes >200 ms in duration
Specified accuracy ±40 counts for changes >350 ms and inputs >25% of range
Same as specified accuracy for changes >2 seconds in duration
120 ms to 80%
(AC functions)
1 s
250 µs
(Model 87 only)
Specified accuracy ±100 counts for changes >250 µs in duration
(± 250 digits typical for mV, 400 µA dc, 40 mA dc, 4000 mA dc)
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