Fluke TL-175's I'm in LOVE! - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / testgear

author: TheBay
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: November 18, 2014, 10:57:47 am
content: Just got some Fluke TL-175's, have always used TL-71's so thought I would try something else!Where have these been all my life, adjustable probe insulation, silky smooth flexible cables and lovely grips, I'm in heaven today!I saw a Video on Youtube about fakes etc, but if you want a genuine set of these in the UK (The also sell the genuine UK 1AC Voltalert) try this sellerhttp://stores.ebay.co.uk/testermanselectricalwholesale/I am by no means affiliated with them, I can confirm it's all genuine Fluke items at decent prices with good service.

author: Muttley Snickers
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: November 18, 2014, 11:15:39 am
content: Easily Excited Animated Thingo here, here and here.Muttley

author: nixfu
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: November 20, 2014, 09:11:42 am
content: I think dave is a big fan of these:http://www.probemaster.com/index.php?cPath=2SEE:I have been thinking of getting some myself. I like the way the accessories (gator clips, wire hooks, etc) all actually screw onto the leads and not just 'slip on' and then come off when you don't want them to.Not a bad price at all compared to OEM Fluke stuff.

author: zapta
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: November 20, 2014, 04:01:49 pm
content: Why don't they make the red probe/lead all red similar to the black? I noticed this also with other Fluke test leads.

author: cncjerry
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: November 23, 2014, 06:50:05 pm
content: I'm looking at those Probemaster leads, specifically the 9100 series kit. Are these super flexible? I bought some parrot clip terminated leads from a surplus store in San Jose, CA that are the silkiest I've ever felt so I am spoiled.I have the Fluke TL220s on my 115. By they way, I wish fluke could cram all the functions of their larger meters into that 115/116/117 format. I love that little meter as it fits my hand and feels solid like a brick.I also have the complete multifunction lead kit from Agilent. Those are nice leads but they feel a little more rubbery than I like, more like the Flukes than the no-name silicone silk leads. What I like about the Agilent is that the leads and probes are all separate and interchangeable like the Probemaster.So what I'm asking is how do the Probemaster leads feel and drape on the bench? There's nothing worse than stiff leads that pull parts out of breadboards.Lastly, and I don't recommend this around hi voltages at all, even as high as 120V, but I wipe and clean my leads, not probes, with Armour-All protectant to keep them slippery.Thanks

author: PowerNet
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: May 16, 2017, 09:36:24 am
content: Hi,Sorry to bump this old post but i also bought this from here:http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/FLUKE-TLK-225-SUREGRIP-MASTER-ACCESSORY-SET-WITH-STORAGE-CASE-TEST-LEAD-SET/332047748227?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649Pretty good deal too imo.I hope its genuine yeh ? since its fromwww.thecalibrationcentre.co.uk

author: P90
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: May 16, 2017, 08:30:23 pm
content: wouldn't use then on anything more than a few volts. Definitely not on mains.

author: serggio
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: May 16, 2017, 08:55:29 pm
content: Pomona also offered this leads in gray color now.http://www.pomonaelectronics.com/pdf/d7519A_003.pdfProbably Pomona always was OEM supplier for Fluke with this leads and now able to sell it under own trademark.

author: jpb
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: May 16, 2017, 09:13:01 pm
content: In the UK ISS sell them at a reasonable price (I've not bought them myself though).http://isswww.co.uk/fluke-tl175e-twistguard-test-leads-with-4mm-lantern-tips

author: newbrain
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: May 16, 2017, 10:01:20 pm
content: Quote from: Flinstone on May 16, 2017, 08:13:22 pmBut are they actually Fluke, even if for China market?Apart from the different labeling color, the strain relief close to the shrouded banana is extremely short, in contrast with the original Fluke and Pomona.BTW I love mine. I always had cheapish meters, and hence probes. Using the 87V with TL175s has been a revelation.