Complete Technical Comparison: The Fluke 62 Max vs Fluke 62 Max Plus

About Fluke

Since 1948, Fluke has been helping define and grow a unique technology market by providing testing and troubleshooting solutions for manufacturing and service industries.

Instrument Choice proudly stocks Fluke’s world-class instrumentation designed for users who stake their reputations on their tools – and the Fluke 62 Max thermometers are no exception.

About the Fluke 62 Max and Fluke 62 Max Plus

The Fluke 62 Max and Fluke 62 Max Plus Thermometers have the precision you need to do your job accurately – without breaking the budget. In addition, these infrared thermometers are designed and tested to survive a 3-metre drop, so you know that you can count on these lightweight, compact infrared thermometers to work when needed – even in the harshest environments.

Features of the Fluke 62 Max and Fluke 62 Max Plus Thermometers

• Precise laser technology for accurate and repeatable temperature measurements

• Protected: IP54 rated for extra protection against airborne contaminants

• Data at your fingertips: Fluke 62 Max thermometers display vital data such as the minimum, maximum and average measured temperature

• Effortlessly calculates and shows the difference between two measurements

• High and low alarms provide a rapid indication for when measurements fall outside set limits

• Spot or scan measurements: Press and release the trigger for an instant spot measurement, or press and hold the trigger to take a scanning measurement over a larger area

• Small and lightweight: Fluke 62 Max thermometers fit easily into your toolbox

• Large, easy-to-read backlit LCD screen for easy viewing even in a dark environment

The Technical Comparison

Our scientists have put together a technical comparison between the Fluke 62 Max and Fluke 62 Max Plus models in the table below. Specification differences are highlighted in green.

	Fluke 62 MAX	Fluke 62 Max Plus
Temperature range	- 30 °C to 500 °C	- 30 °C to 650 °C
Accuracy (Calibration geometry with ambient temperature 23 °C +/- 2 °C)	± 1.5 °C or ± 1.5 % of reading, whichever is greater ± 2.0 °C at -10 °C to 0 °C ± 3.0 °C at -30 °C to -10 °C	± 1.0 °C or ± 1.0 % of reading, whichever is greater ± 2.0 °C at -10 °C to 0 °C ± 3.0 °C at -30 °C to -10 °C
Optical resolution	10:1 (calculated at 90 % energy)	12:1 (calculated at 90 % energy)
Response time (95 %)	< 500 ms (95 % of reading)	< 300 ms (95 % of reading)
Repeatability (% of reading)	± 0.8 % of reading or ± 1 °C (whichever is greater)	± 0.5 % of reading or ± 0.5 °C (whichever is greater)
Laser pointer	Single laser	Dual lasers
Battery Life	10 hours with laser and backlight on	8 hours with laser and backlight on
Spectral response	8 to 14 microns
Emissivity	Adjustable from 0.10 to 1.00
Display resolution	0.1 °C
Power	1 AA alkaline battery
Weight	255 g
Size	175 x 85 x 75 mm
Operating Temperature	0 °C to 50 °C
Operating Humidity	Non- condensing @ ≤ 10 °C ≤ 90 % RH @ 10 °C to 30 °C ≤ 75 % RH @ 30 °C to 40 °C ≤ 45 % RH @ 40 °C to 50 °C
Drop test	3 metres
Laser safety	IEC 60825-1 Class 2, 650 nm, < 1 mW
Ingress protection rating	IP 54 per IEC 60529

Instrument Choice Scientists’ Summary Notes

The two Fluke 62 Max Thermometer models share many similar features. However, the Fluke 62 Max is the “base” model, while the Fluke 62 Max Plus has six notable superior features. These are:

1. An expanded temperature measurement range from- 30 °C to 650 °C

2. Dual lasers to help you identify the outer edges of the measurement zone, so you know the exact area to be measured

3. Increased accuracy down to ± 1.0 °C or ± 1.0 % of reading (whichever is greater)

4. A higher distance to spot ratio of 12:1, ideal for measuring smaller areas from a distance

5. Response Time: The Fluke 62 Max plus has a rapid response time of < 300 ms; and

6. A higher level of repeatability and precision.

Conclusion

The Fluke 62 Max and Fluke 62 Max Plus can endure heat, dust, water, and even a three-metre drop, making them the ideal surface temperature measuring tool for industrial and building applications.

Not sure which Fluke 62 Max Thermometer is best for your application? For tailored advice, speak with an Instrument Choice Scientist! Call 1300 737 871 or email customer-service@instrumentchoice.com.au.