Which is more durable, Fluke 87 or Fluke 81438 (Sears)?

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Hi, I'm looking for a multimeter that will be
used 24/7 on DC and mA readings. Are there,
in your opinion/experience, any difference in
long-term durability between the Fluke 87
(series 80) and the Fluke 81438 multimeters?

 

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Greetings..

THIS question is a bit tough to answer. Why? Due to the fact that it
depends on how often you *really* use it (power up, power down), treat
it & to some extent how clean the power is to it if used on an external
supply. Temperature, humidity, salt, dust and even altitude comes into
play in its environment for "long-term durability" calculations. Of
course, the best source of relibility/durability figures will come from
one source - Fluke. Talking to a sales representative should answer
these questions if its use is THAT critical.

Good luck.
G.