Fluke 8502A/02/03
The Fluke 8502A is a high-accuracy digital multimeter known for its precision and stability. It features a wide range of measurement functions including DC voltage, AC voltage, resistance, and current. Option 02 adds true RMS AC measurement capabilities, while option 03 enhances the instrument with additional memory and data logging features. Ideal for calibration labs and metrology applications.
- Model
- Fluke 8502A/02/03
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $650
- Status
- In stock
- RFQ ref
- 8502A/02/03
This unit
The Fluke 8502A is a 6½-digit digital multimeter engineered for precision DC and resistance measurements with optional AC, current, and interface capabilities. Microprocessor control and modular construction enable flexible configuration, remote programming, and rapid data acquisition at up to 500 readings per second. Active components housed in plug-in modules minimize downtime and support system integration via optional IEEE-488 interfaces.
Technical Specifications Measurement Resolution & Accuracy
Resolution: 6½ digits
DC voltage accuracy: 6 ppm basic
True RMS AC accuracy (Option 09A): Up to 0.015% within 6-second maximum response across eight ranges (30 Hz to 100 kHz)
Overrange capability: Up to 212% Measurement Ranges (Standard)
DC Volts: 5 ranges
Resistance: 8 ranges
Current: 5 ranges Performance Characteristics
Acquisition speed: Up to 500 readings/second
Warm-up time to rated accuracy: 2 hours
Operating temperature: 0°C to 50°C
Non-operating temperature: -40°C to 70°C
Humidity range: 0°C to 18°C at 80% RH; 18°C to 40°C at 75% RH; 40°C to 50°C at 60% RH
Environmental compliance: MIL-T-28800 Class 5 style E for shock and vibration Physical
Dimensions: 10.8 cm H × 42.5 cm L × 43.2 cm W
Key Features
Plug-in module architecture for rapid reconfiguration
Microprocessor-controlled measurement and control operations
Front-panel and remote programming interfaces
Optional AC measurement via true RMS converter (Option 09A); 400 Hz operation supported
Optional calibration memory (Option 04) for automatic correction factor entry
Optional current shunt enhancement (Option 03)
Optional IEEE-488-1975 interface (Option 05) for digital system control
Interface isolator and external trigger capability (Option 08A) for guarded remote operations
Typical Applications Precision bench and system-integrated DC voltage and resistance measurement; automated test systems requiring high-speed data logging; standards-traceable calibration environments; temperature-stable laboratory measurements.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 30 Hz to 100 kHz (True RMS AC option) | Voltage / Current Range: DC Volts: 5 ranges |
| Current | 5 ranges |
| Resistance | 8 ranges |
Fluke 8502A/02/03 — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the Fluke 8502A/02/03. Calibration covers calibration scope varies by instrument type: vacuum gauges are verified at multiple pressure points against NIST-traceable pressure standards; spectrophotometers at wavelength accuracy and photometric accuracy points; strain gauge indicators at bridge excitation accuracy and full-scale output accuracy; pH meters against certified buffer solutions at pH 4, 7, and 10.. All calibrations ship with a NIST-traceable certificate. Turnaround is typically 1–3 business days after receipt.
Common Fluke 8502A/02/03 faults: vacuum gauge filament failure (ionization gauges), spectrophotometer D2 lamp end-of-life, wavelength motor failure, strain indicator front-panel binding post corrosion, pH electrode conditioning failure. Most specialty laboratory instruments fail at their electromechanical interfaces first — vacuum gauge connectors and filament assemblies, spectrophotometer lamp housings and motor drives, strain indicator binding post corrosion. Component-level repair is standard; manufacturer support for legacy instruments is often limited, making third-party bench repair the practical path.
Fluke 8502A/02/03 price
This Fluke 8502A/02/03 is listed at $650. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
Fluke 8502A/02/03 calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the Fluke 8502A/02/03 is $450 (standard — pass/fail certificate and calibration sticker) or $650 (full measured data at every test point, reference standards documented, traceability chain included). Calibration for this instrument covers calibration scope varies by instrument type: vacuum gauges are verified at multiple pressure points against NIST-traceable pressure standards; spectrophotometers at wavelength accuracy and photometric accuracy points; strain gauge indicators at bridge excitation accuracy and full-scale output accuracy; pH meters against certified buffer solutions at pH 4, 7, and 10.. Turnaround is 1 to 3 business days after receipt. See full calibration details →
