Fluke 1651B Bargain Price

[RDB85]

Could you clarify if it won't do RCD testing because of a fault.

It’s not a fault it doesn’t do ramp testing or phase rotation. I’ve linked the spec sheet.

 

[DPG]

Seems cheap, especially since it's in cal. I'm sure someone will buy it.

 

[RDB85]

It’s not a bad price. It just needs some new lead and a case. He’s also got a Martindale ET4000 Multifunction tester for £200.

 

[ferg]

I have a 1652b as a spare. It was my main tester for 13 years give or take.
They are bomb proof.
New Fluke leads would probably be more than the asking price for the tester.
This would be great for someone in a spot, as a spare or for a trainee.

 

[RDB85]

I have a 1652b as a spare. It was my main tester for 13 years give or take.
They are bomb proof.
New Fluke leads would probably be more than the asking price for the tester.
This would be great for someone in a spot, as a spare or for a trainee.

The leads are expensive that’s the only thing at £169 on eBay. Plus it needs a case. The fluke one is £45. The Martindale he has is okay. That only needs calibrating but has everything.

 

[timhoward]

It’s not a fault it doesn’t do ramp testing or phase rotation. I’ve linked the spec sheet.

Many 2-pole testers show phase direction.
Personally, many months will go by without needing ramp testing, and an earth leakage clamp meter can fill in the blanks and is more convenient anyway.
If that Fluke tester is calibrated and you are satisfied it is in working order then its a very good price.
Test leads are consumables anyway. A shame it doesn't have it's case, as the Fluke cases are excellent!

 

[RDB85]

Many 2-pole testers show phase direction.
Personally, many months will go by without needing ramp testing, and an earth leakage clamp meter can fill in the blanks and is more convenient anyway.
If that Fluke tester is calibrated and you are satisfied it is in working order then its a very good price.
Test leads are consumables anyway. A shame it doesn't have it's case, as the Fluke cases are excellent!

I’ve a Martindale VT25 that does Phase Rotation. It’s a shame about the case. I’ve seen people use the Magnusson Organisers instead. The Fluke ones are very good. Needs a decent set of test leads as the Fluke ones are extortionately expensive.

 

[RDB85]

I’ve found the fluke case for £35 and these leads:

Fluke/Amprobe TL165XA Lead kit. Compatible with 1650 and 1660 series Multifunction & Insulation Testers https://amzn.eu/d/boKad5Q

 

[nicebutdim]

I really wouldn't get hungup on phase rotation unless your work regularly requires it. It's not something I've ever used an MFT for, preferring instead to use a 2 pole tester. Occasionally a client wants to see this verified and we'll dig out a dedicated tester that shows all phases at the same time, but proves nothing more than a 2 pole tester.

 

[timhoward]

I’ve found the fluke case for £35 and these leads:

Fluke/Amprobe TL165XA Lead kit. Compatible with 1650 and 1660 series Multifunction & Insulation Testers https://amzn.eu/d/boKad5Q

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