Fluke Trms 179 Multimeter with Backlight and Temperature, Yellow

The 179 has the features to diagnose 98% of the problems a maintenance tech in a manufacturing plant is likely to encounter at a price anyone in the trade can afford. I have acquired plenty of other tools as my role has changed (see photo) but the 179 is still the one I keep at hand for everyday jobs. There are other tools on the market that have the same functions at a lower price but with them you don't get the most important features: Fluke's safety, reliability, durability and accuracy. I trust no other brand on the job.

I originally purchased this while I was in Electronics Engineering and Robotics Automation schooling. I never would have imagined I would use it on a day to day basis outside of my career and schooling. Perfect for automotive applications. I cannot tell you durable this thing is and how many times I have dropped it on the hard concrete garage floor diagnosing electrical drains on my truck. The Hold and backlit features are second to none. No need to go back multiple times to remember what you measured. I highly recommend this model. Helps me on my day to day basis with my current job diagnosing alarm systems as well as 66 blocks. Works well for high and low voltage applications.