# Fluke 787B ProcessMeter

# Fluke 787B ProcessMeter

## Key Features At A Glance

-   Combines a safety-rated digital multimeter with a 20 mA loop calibrator in a single compact test tool
-   20 mA DC current source, measure, and simulate with simultaneous mA and % of scale readout
-   Precision 1000 V, 440 mA true-RMS digital multimeter with frequency measurement to 20 kHz
-   Safety rated to IEC 61010-1 CAT IV 600 V / CAT III 1000 V for industrial environments
-   Manual step (100%, 25%, Coarse, Fine) plus Auto Step and Auto Ramp output adjustment modes
-   789 model adds 24 V loop power supply and HART mode setting (adds 250 ohm resistor)
-   Fluke Connect compatible for wireless data logging when paired with the optional IR3000FC module
-   Min/Max/Average/Hold/Relative modes, diode test, continuity beeper, and externally accessible battery

The Fluke 787B and 789 ProcessMeter combine a safety-rated digital multimeter and a mA loop calibrator into a single compact test tool. Built on the trusted measurement capabilities of the Fluke 87 DMM, the ProcessMeter line adds the ability to measure, source, and simulate mA with the accuracy and resolution expected from a dedicated Fluke mA loop calibrator. Together these capabilities give technicians one instrument for troubleshooting and calibrating current loop applications instead of carrying a separate meter and calibrator.

The ProcessMeter is designed for technicians working on 4-20 mA process control loops. The 20 mA DC current source, measure, and simulate functions support loop calibration and troubleshooting, while the simultaneous mA and % of scale readout lets the technician see both the raw current and the equivalent process variable at the same time. On the 789, the 24 V loop power supply and HART mode setting (which adds a 250 ohm resistor) support work with smart transmitters and HART-enabled devices.

## Brand Heritage

Fluke Corporation has been the recognized standard in handheld digital multimeters and industrial test instruments since its founding in 1948. Fluke is now part of Fortive Corporation following Fortive's 2016 spin-off from Danaher, alongside sibling test and measurement brands including Tektronix. The Fluke brand and its core handheld and process tool lines have continued without interruption through both corporate transitions, and the 787B and 789 ProcessMeter sit in that long product lineage.

## Compare Other Models in This Series

The Fluke ProcessMeter family consists of two models — the 787B and the 789 — that share the same digital multimeter platform and the same 20 mA source/measure/simulate capability. Both instruments combine a precision 1000 V, 440 mA true-RMS DMM with mA loop calibrator functions in a single CAT IV 600 V / CAT III 1000 V safety-rated housing, and both are based on the measurement engine of the Fluke 87 DMM.

The two models are distinguished primarily by loop power. The 787B is the meter-plus-calibrator core; the 789 adds a 24 V loop power supply and a HART mode setting that adds an internal 250 ohm resistor. Both models support Fluke Connect wireless data logging through the optional IR3000FC adapter module.

Each ProcessMeter model below is its own product page with new-matched pricing and availability. Specifications, accessories, and capabilities described on this page apply to the model family as documented in the Fluke datasheet; the per-model spec table on each individual product page shows the differences that matter for selection.

The 789 adds two capabilities to the 787B platform: a 24 V loop power supply with greater than 24 V output capability at 250 ohms / 20 mA, and a HART mode setting that engages an internal 250 ohm resistor for HART communication. These additions make the 789 the right choice for technicians who need to power a transmitter from the meter itself, or who regularly work with HART-enabled smart instruments.

If the technician already has a separate 24 V loop supply on the bench or in the field, the 787B provides the same DMM accuracy, the same 20 mA source/measure/simulate capability, and the same CAT IV 600 V / CAT III 1000 V safety rating at a lower price point. The comparison table below shows the specific feature and specification differences between the two models.

Model

DMM Functions

mA Source/Simulate

24 V Loop Power Supply

**787B**

1000 V, 440 mA true-rms DMM

0-20 mA / 4-20 mA, over-range to 24 mA

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789

1000 V, 440 mA true-rms DMM

0-20 mA / 4-20 mA, over-range to 24 mA

24 V, 250 ohms @ 20 mA

Additional differences in specifications beyond the few shown above are not listed here — see each model's full specifications below.

## Accessories Supplied

-   TL71 Premium Test Lead Set
-   AC72 Alligator Clips
-   Four AA alkaline batteries (installed)
-   Quick Reference Guide

## Product Core & Specifications

DMM Measurement Specifications

Measurement Function

Range and Resolution

Best Accuracy (% of reading + LSD)

V dc

400.0 mV, 4.000 V, 40.00 V, 400.0 V, 1000 V

0.1 % + 1

V ac (true-rms)

400.0 mV, 4.000 V, 40.00 V, 400.0 V, 1000 V

0.7 % + 2

mA dc

30.000 mA

0.05 % + 2

A dc

1.000 A (0.440 A continuous)

0.2 % + 2

A ac

1.000 A (0.440 A continuous)

1 % + 2

Resistance

400.0 Ohms, 4.000 k, 40.00 k, 400.0 k, 4.0 M, 40 M

0.2 % + 1

Frequency (0.5 Hz to 20 kHz)

199.99 Hz, 1999.9 Hz, 19.999 kHz

0.005 % + 1

Diode test

2.000 V (shows diode voltage drop)

2 % + 1

Continuity

Beeps for resistance < approx. 100 ohms

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Output / Source Specifications

Output Function

Range and Resolution

Drive Capability

Accuracy (% of span)

DC current output (Internal battery operation)

0.000 to 20.000 mA or 4.000 to 20.000 mA (selectable at power-up); Over-range to 24.000 mA

24 V compliance or 1,200 ohms @ 20 mA

0.05 %

DC current simulate (Ext. 15 V to 48 V loop supply)

0.000 to 20.000 mA or 4.000 to 20.000 mA (selectable at power-up); Over-range to 24.000 mA

1000 ohms @ 20 mA

0.05 %

24 V loop supply (789 only)

Minimum 24 V

250 ohms @ 20 mA

\> 24 V

Current adjustment modes

Manual: Coarse, Fine, 25 % and 100 % step. Automatic: Slow Ramp, Fast Ramp, 25 % step

General Specifications

Maximum voltage applied between any jack and earth ground

1000 V RMS

Storage temperature

\-40 °C to 60 °C

Operating temperature

\-20 °C to 55 °C

Temperature coefficient

0.05 x (specified accuracy) per °C (for temperatures < 18 °C or > 28 °C)

Relative humidity

95 % up to 30 °C; 75 % up to 40 °C; 45 % up to 50 °C; 35 % up to 55 °C

Vibration

Random, 2 g, 5-500 Hz

Shock

1 meter drop test

Safety

IEC61010-1, Pollution Degree 2/IEC61010-2-033, CAT IV 600 V/CAT III 1000 V

Size (HxWxL)

50 mm x 100 mm x 203 mm (1.97 in x 3.94 in x 8.00 in)

Weight

600 g (1.3 lbs)

Battery

Four AA alkaline batteries

Battery life

140 hours typical (measurement), 10 hours typical (sourcing 12 mA)

Warranty

Three years

**Important:** Maximum voltage applied between any jack and earth ground: 1000 V RMS. Safety rated to IEC 61010-1 Pollution Degree 2 and IEC 61010-2-033 at CAT IV 600 V / CAT III 1000 V.**Important:** 24 V Loop Supply is available on the 789 ProcessMeter only; the 787B does not include the loop power supply.**Important:** Fluke Connect wireless data logging requires the Fluke IR3000FC module, which is not included with the base unit and must be ordered separately.**Important:** Accuracy specifications apply over a temperature range of 18 °C to 28 °C, for one year after calibration.**Important:** Not all models are available in all countries. Check with your local Fluke representative.**Important:** i400 AC Current Clamp is rated above 50 A ac; i410 and i1010 AC/DC Current Clamps are rated above 1 A dc or 20 A ac.Recommended pairing: when using the 24 V loop supply on the 789 with smart transmitters, enable HART mode to switch in the internal 250 ohm resistor required for HART communication, as called out in the datasheet's output specifications.

**Please review the Manufacturer's Data Sheet to verify published specifications. Feedback on this webpage is always welcome — please reach out to your Test Architect at any time for questions or concerns. Thank you, we truly appreciate you being our customer.**

## Details

- **Price:** 1338.99 USD
- **Vendor:** Fluke
- **Type:** Multimeter
- **Tags:** Calibrator, Fluke, Manufacturers, Other Equipment, Process, product_manual_group_1, Product_new

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
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| Default Title | 1338.99 USD | In stock |

## Images

- 787B Fluke Process Calibrator

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> Updated: 2026-05-30
