The new Fluke T6-600 and T6-1000 non-contact electrical testers incorporate Fluke's FieldSense technology, which allows voltage to be measured in the same way as current, without the test leads ever coming into contact with the live wire. Engineers and technicians simply slide the T6's jaw opening over the conductor and read the voltage level.
The T6 electrical testers are especially well-suited for testing in previously inaccessible situations, as they measure voltage and current with the jaw open, without making metal-to-metal contact with a live conductor. This allows engineers to simultaneously measure true RMS voltage and current in confined spaces such as junction boxes or on conductors with inaccessible ends, without the need for test leads. This saves time and helps reduce risks, as there is no need to remove cable covers and nuts, and measurements can be taken with one hand. The rugged T6 testers offer 1000 V CAT III and 600 V CAT IV safety ratings, and 600 V CAT III for the T6-600 model, and feature an easy-to-read backlit display.
Furthermore, the T6 can be used with the new PRV240FS test unit, which also utilizes FieldSense technology with or without test leads. This device provides a fast, safe, and reliable method for verifying that electrical test tools are functioning correctly before live testing, without the need for electrical contact. It also enhances safety in working conditions and the accuracy of measurements, as it adheres to the "test before touch" (TBT) principle. This means the tool is tested on a known voltage source before and after the actual measurement—a sequence designed to ensure the test tools are functioning properly.
