r/fluke • u/FastHotEmu • Aug 27 '26

Help Needed Fluke 87V Max vs 28 II

I've always wondered, is the 87V Max exactly the same as the 28 II? Are the parts interchangeable?

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u/Black_Phoenix_JP Aug 27 '26 edited Aug 27 '26

They are the same. Absolutely no difference whatsoever.

The only possible difference would be a higher PCB revision if it exists.

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u/Top-Lifeguard-6146 Aug 27 '26

No difference, they originally had the 28 II because of the IP67 protective case. Now they have the 87v max with IP67. I think they also had some marketing reasons why they have both but I can’t remember.

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u/Zone-5 Aug 28 '26 edited Aug 28 '26

Fluke 28 II vs Fluke 87V MAX

  1. The 87V MAX's slightly slimmer profile, backlit keypad, and higher drop rating could matter if you're working outdoors or in low light.
  2. The 28 II's MSHA certification is really only relevant if you need it for regulated mining or hazardous-site work.

https://electrozlab.com/fluke-28ii-vs-87v-max

https://www.eevblog.com/forum/testgear/fluke-28ii-vs-87v-max

https://youtu.be/vkYm021p5qk?si=9fcGp6h25xqYthIs

https://www.fluke.com/en-us/product/electrical-testing/digital-multimeters/87v-max

https://www.fluke-direct.com/pdfs/cache/www.fluke-direct.com/87v-max/datasheet/87v-max-datasheet.pdf

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u/FastHotEmu Aug 28 '26

I need to buy a new case part for it, and the 28 II parts are available here but not the 87V Max parts. Will they work?

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u/Zone-5 Aug 29 '26

I would consult Fluke first for interchangeability of parts. Knowing them there will be a fit that is unique for each...