Fieldpiece Multimeter

**COBO19** · 10-28-2009, 05:32 PM

Im looking to upgrade my multimeter, I have a Fluke T5600 now which I can do the basic volt/amp/continuity test, but I've been reading up on the Fieldpiece HS36 stick meter, I like the various functions it can perform,plus the optional accessory heads that can be purchased ie: superheat/subcooling calculations and milliamps/microamp head. My questions is are they reliable and accurate as a fluke or just hype.

**doubleduece** · 10-28-2009, 08:37 PM

a co-worker of mine had a field piece, until it blew up in his face while measuring 460v on a booster heater, luckily he only got flash burns.

**yorktek37** · 10-28-2009, 09:25 PM

I know how that feels. I had a uei383 do that. It even tripped a 200 amp 600v breaker when it went off!

**jdavis72** · 10-28-2009, 10:03 PM

I've got two HS36 myself and I love 'em. You'd think that because of the optional heads and such, it wouldn't be reliable, but mine has. I've also got an old fluke that I used when I got my first fieldpiece, just to be sure. I've also got the CO detector, and the superheat/subcool heads, both of which also work great. I want to get some more head adapters too. For residential/ light comm, I like 'em.

**Benny99** · 10-28-2009, 10:26 PM

Originally Posted by jdavis72

I've got two HS36 myself and I love 'em. You'd think that because of the optional heads and such, it wouldn't be reliable, but mine has. I've also got an old fluke that I used when I got my first fieldpiece, just to be sure. I've also got the CO detector, and the superheat/subcool heads, both of which also work great. I want to get some more head adapters too. For residential/ light comm, I like 'em.

The versatility really had me interested the first time I saw one,wish Fluke has something similar.

**ault51** · 10-29-2009, 12:51 PM

Fieldpiece is 100% dedicated to the HVAC/R technician. If you ever have any questions or need support, just call.

**The Doctor** · 11-02-2009, 06:23 AM

Got an sc76, with non contact voltage. Had an employer replace it (no it did not have fuses) after it mysteriously gave up the ghost one day. That day was reading amps on a number of freq drives on RTUs.

Anyone else euthanize a Fieldpiece this way? Never had that problem with Fluke. I'm just saying ...

**hmscool** · 11-06-2009, 09:19 PM

Go with a fluke 179 or similiar. you may pay more but you wont go wrong.have had flukes for 19 yrs and my amp probe still works geeat. my 77 is my back up. not sold on any fieldpiece. good luck!

**yorktek37** · 11-09-2009, 12:19 AM

Bite the bullet and get a Fluke 187 or a 189. Best ones you can get period!

**drpsr99** · 11-11-2009, 05:39 PM

Get a fluke 902 with adapter and type k clamp on temp sensor its all u will ever need!

**thegame** · 11-28-2009, 04:05 PM

I've heard several different model suggestions. I also have a Fluke T5600 (good little meter), 116, and 322 for my meters. I have a different brand that I got from my company and do not like it. I'd say stick with Fluke's, but I have no experience with Fieldpiece.

**NOTV8** · 11-30-2009, 06:43 PM

Get the Fluke True RMS meter. It's worth the extra $. Just my .02 cents

**little john** · 11-30-2009, 08:01 PM

I carry the Fluke 87V.
My apprentice carries the fieldpiece stuff and is constantly confused by the voltage readings. IE...whether it's volts, millivolts, etc. Of course that's just him being inexperienced, but the Fluke is easier to not make mistakes with
I carry all the attachments for temp, pipe temp clamp, ammeter. love it all
very rugged and reliable
the 179 is as good, which I carry on the truck for spare, but the 87V is a bit more sophisticated and in my opinion, reliable

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