Fluke 5522A Alternatives - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: itsbiodiversity
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: June 07, 2018, 09:34:28 pm
content: I have always used a Fluke 5500 , 5520, or 5522A. Do any of you have any alternatives with similar functionality with good quality? Interested in hearing opinions.

author: CalMachine
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: June 07, 2018, 10:10:39 pm
content: Datron/Wavetek 9000 and 9100 are very similar in functionality and performance. Their interface isn't very intuitive and they are generally designed for DUTs with 2 terminals, like handheld meters.I much prefer the 5520A over either. We have 3 here at ENI that I support, they are real workhorses!

author: dl1640
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: June 08, 2018, 10:40:03 am
content: May be the Transmille 3000 or 4000 seriesI used to use 9100, now use 5502A w/ Scope option

author: itsbiodiversity
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: June 14, 2018, 12:54:58 pm
content: I had this model saved in my bookmarks. They seem "affordable" compared to their counterpart in Fluke. I have used the 5522a for years and I know they are great - but as a new laboratory they are also as expensive as another employee.Does anyone have direct experience with the Transmille calibrators?

author: dl1640
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: June 15, 2018, 10:25:52 am
content: I was told by sales person that 9100 design team made Transmille, do not know further.通过我的 PRA-AL00 上的 Tapatalk发言

author: seebeck
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: October 30, 2018, 10:13:58 am
content: Clarke-Hess, the factory manufactures the best phase meter such as the 5600 precision phase standard (phase accuracy : 5m Degrees) all over the world. C-H also produced their multifunction calibrator. For example, the 8080 MFC. The specifications as below:https://www.clarke-hess.com/multifunction-calibrator-8080/BTW, I remember Chroma (an instrument manufactory from Taiwan, focus on Hi-pot tester、PSU、etc...), they has manufactured a MFC called 16801 as same as the Clarke-Hess 8080 MFC, but it is discontinuous product for Chroma now.If DC function is enough, maybe KH523 is a good solution (http://www.krohn-hite.com), another one is 2701C from Valhalla (https://valhallascientific.com) for your refer.Update the Chroma 16801 datasheet as attached file

author: dacman
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: November 06, 2018, 12:46:42 am
content: Not many calibrators have input protection like the 5522A and 5502A have.

author: mirzavanyaa
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: November 07, 2018, 12:29:48 pm
content: I'm considering the 3 output DVR1 voltage reference, RS1 resistance standard and CS1 capacitance standards. So I'd be spending $600-750 depending on which models I got.. Are there comparable units I should look at or teardown photos of these?

author: Sitta
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: March 20, 2022, 12:36:38 pm
content: Hi,You can try to look at meatest products likehttps://www.meatest.com/products-9010-multifunction-calibrator-detail-3990

author: Ugur
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: June 08, 2022, 08:32:49 am
content: Hello,There is no real equivalent to the Fluke 55XX series. Yes Transmille is not a bad device but it can't be a Fluke.It has some pros but also cons.For example, note that every range may not give the same measurement uncertainty.I've used both devices, Fluke is more reliable.A brand new Fluke can be very expensive, but you can opt for a used Fluke.Remember, the Fluke 5500A,5520A is no longer manufactured and technical support has been terminated.If you are not going to use scope or PQ options, the E series is cheaper. But it cannot output both volts and current at the same time.

author: Arhigos
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: February 05, 2023, 02:32:02 pm
content: Just in case, fluke released a new 55-series calibrator. 30A current range, 2Ghz oscilloscope option and 4:1 test uncertainty ratio to calibrate 6.5 digit multimetershttps://www.fluke.com/en-us/product/calibration-tools/multifunction-calibrators/5500x

author: MegaVolt
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: February 06, 2023, 09:06:34 am
content: Quote from: Arhigos on February 05, 2023, 02:32:02 pm11 ppm per 2 year..... that's really cool...

author: mendip_discovery
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: February 06, 2023, 03:28:29 pm
content: The 95% 1yr spec is rather nice. It is a shame my boss won't let me spend the money buying stuff like this for the lab. But as they say, if I work hard etc. then this time next year my boss will have a new car.