What are the differences to pick between the Fluke 117 and the Fluke 115? My intended use would for ham radio and kit-building of electronic kits.

The 117 adds • VoltAlert™ technology for non-contact voltage detection • AutoVolt automatic ac/dc voltage selection Both are handy but not essential. Be aware of none of these 'electrician' Flukes (115/116/117) read milliamps or microamps -- essential for electronics troubleshooting & design work but unnecessary for electrician tech work. That said, when reading current in amps they do seem to read accurate down to around at least 0.010 amps (10 milliamps) or so.

Can this multimeter be used on vehicles for a parasitic load test? I don't want to spend over $400 for the Fluke 88 as it is for personal vehicle use

it has been used on motorbikes for sure. It just needs to be in amp mode. If you're doing parasitic load, then you're focused on DC Amps. The 117 has up to 6, while the 88 has up to 10. I don't see a big issue as you're just doing parasitic, not actual use. If anything actually pulls more than 6, you'll blow the internal fuse and have to replace it, but that's about it. Shouldn't be a problem(I've just tested mine on my car and it works).

what is the range of the capacitor that can be tested in this model

hope this helps. Range/Resolution: 1000 nF / 1 nFRange/Resolution: 10.00 μF / 0.01 μFRange/Resolution: 100.0 μF / 0.1 μFRange/Resolution: 9999 μF / 1 μFRange/Resolution: 100 μF to 1000 μFAccuracy: 1.9% + 2Range/Resolution: > 1000 μFAccuracy: 5% + 20%

Can this multimeter be used for an Automtive Tech?

While this multimeter can do plenty of things for automotive. Most serious mechanics get the 87 or 88 series.

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⚡ Stay ahead of the current with Fluke’s pro-grade precision!

READY OUT OF THE BOX - Includes 2 AA batteries so you’re powered up and ready to tackle any job immediately.
COMPACT LIGHTWEIGHT - Weighing just 550g with a sleek grey & yellow design, it’s built for on-the-go pros.
PRECISION YOU CAN TRUST - True RMS measurement ensures accurate readings up to 600V AC/DC for flawless diagnostics.
TOUCH FREE VOLTAGE DETECTION - Non-contact voltage sensing keeps you safe and efficient—know live wires without touching them.
PROFESSIONAL GRADE COMPLIANCE - Meets IEC standards with ±0.5% measurement accuracy—engineered for serious electricians.

The Fluke 117 Electrician Multimeter combines True RMS accuracy with non-contact voltage detection in a lightweight, battery-powered design. Engineered for professional electricians, it delivers reliable measurements up to 600V AC/DC with ±0.5% accuracy, meets IEC standards, and comes ready to use with included AA batteries.

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Manufacturer	Fluke
Part number	FLUKE 117
Item Weight	550 g
Product Dimensions	16.94 x 8.41 x 4.62 cm; 550 g
Batteries	2 AA batteries required. (included)
Item model number	FLUKE-117
Size	1) Standard
Color	Grey & Yellow
Style	Multimeter Standard
Material	Plastic
Pattern	Multimeter
Power source type	Battery Powered
Voltage	9 Volts
Item Package Quantity	1
Number Of Pieces	1
Noise Level	1 dB
Measurement Accuracy	+/-0.5%
Specification met	Iec
Specific uses	Professional
Included components	As per Image
Batteries Included?	Yes
Batteries Required?	Yes
Battery Cell Type	Alkaline

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I like the item was original fluke of course..

3.08.2021

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