Fluke PM6304/043 Programmable Automatic RCL Meter (w/o GPIB or RS232)
Fluke Laboratory Measurement Instruments. Accuracy: 0.1% ± 1 digit.
- Model
- Fluke PM6304/043
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $1,100
- Status
- In stock
- RFQ ref
- PM6304/043
This unit
The Fluke PM6304/043 is a programmable automatic RCL meter designed for precision measurement of resistance, capacitance, and inductance in passive component analysis. This model excludes GPIB and RS232 interfaces, delivering core measurement functionality with four-wire measurement topology for enhanced accuracy. The instrument provides auto-ranging and auto-function operation across a broad range of test frequencies and measurement parameters, supporting both series and parallel equivalent circuit configurations with real-time parameter display.
Technical Specifications Measurement Ranges & Resolution
Impedance (Z) / AC Resistance (RAC): 0.0000 Ω to 200 MΩ; 0.1 mΩ resolution
DC Resistance (RDC): 0.0000 Ω to 50 MΩ; 0.1 mΩ resolution
Capacitance (C): 0.00 pF to 31.8 F; 0.01 pF resolution
Inductance (L): 0.00 µH to 637 kH; 0.01 µH resolution
Quality Factor (Q): 0.000 to 1000; 0.001 resolution
Dissipation Factor (D): 0.000 to 1000; 0.001 resolution
Phase Angle (φ): −179° to +180°; 0.1° resolution
Voltage Monitor (Vx): 0.1 µV to 2.00 V; 0.1 µV resolution
Current Monitor (Ix): 0.005 µA to 10.0 mA; 0.001 µA resolution Accuracy & Frequency
Basic measurement accuracy: 0.1% ± 1 digit
Test frequencies: 50 Hz to 100 kHz with 204 selectable points
AC test levels: 50 mV, 1 V, and 2 V rms (50 mV via 100Ω; 1 V via 100Ω; 2 V via 400Ω)
DC bias: 0 to 2 V internal; 0 to 40 V external Power Supply
Selectable line voltages: 100 V, 120 V, 220 V, and 240 V AC
Key Features
Four-wire measurement system for reduced lead inductance effects
Auto Mode displays dominant and secondary parameters with equivalent circuit symbol
Manual Mode supports selectable series or parallel equivalent circuit representations
Seven equivalent circuit diagram options
Exponential averaging in continuous measurement mode
Deviation Mode for relative range measurement (−100% to +100%)
Surface-mount component (SMD) test accessories available
Typical Applications Component characterization and quality verification for passive elements including resistors, capacitors, and inductors across audio through radiofrequency test bands.
Compatibility & Integration This model operates as a standalone instrument without network connectivity. SMD measurement adapters such as the PM 9540/TWE tweezers expand measurement capabilities to surface-mounted devices.
Fluke PM6304/043 — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the Fluke PM6304/043. Calibration covers impedance magnitude accuracy at 100 Hz, 1 kHz, 10 kHz, and 100 kHz, dissipation factor (D) and quality factor (Q) accuracy, phase angle accuracy, open and short compensation verification, and cable length compensation. HP/Keysight 4284A additionally verified at 1 MHz.. All calibrations ship with a NIST-traceable certificate. Turnaround is typically 1–3 business days after receipt.
Common Fluke PM6304/043 faults: GPIB interface board failure, display failure, guard terminal switch contact wear, oscillator calibration drift on older analog bridges. HP 4284A and 4285A most common faults are HPIB interface board failure and display contrast loss. The internal oscillator and vector measurement circuits are highly stable and rarely fail. Wayne Kerr and GenRad bridge instruments may develop switch contact wear on decade resistance/capacitance dials.
Fluke PM6304/043 price
This Fluke PM6304/043 is listed at $1,100. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
Fluke PM6304/043 calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the Fluke PM6304/043 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 impedance magnitude accuracy at 100 Hz, 1 kHz, 10 kHz, and 100 kHz, dissipation factor (D) and quality factor (Q) accuracy, phase angle accuracy, open and short compensation verification, and cable length compensation. HP/Keysight 4284A additionally verified at 1 MHz.. Turnaround is 1 to 3 business days after receipt. See full calibration details →
