New Fluke Laser Distance Meters Provide Fast, Accurate Measurement in Electrical, HVAC & Industrial Applications

EVERETT, WA, Aug 27 (MARKET WIRE) --
Fluke Corporation has announced the new Fluke 416D and 411D Laser
Distance Meters, designed to precisely and quickly measure distances up
to 200 feet using advanced laser measurement technology.

Faster and less cumbersome than traditional tapes or wheels, these
pocket-sized, professional-grade distance sensors, sometimes called laser
tape measures, help electricians, facilities managers and HVAC contractors
save time and labor. Instead of walking back and forth across a space with
tape or wheel, the user can simply place the meter at the starting point,
point the laser at the target, press one button and instantly read the
distance, all without the help of a second person to hold the other end of
the tape measure.

Laser distance measurement technology makes the Fluke 416D and 411D Laser
Distance Meters far more accurate and dependable than devices using
ultrasonic technology. The Fluke 411D Distance Meter measures up to 100
feet (30 meters) with accuracy of +/- 0.12 inches (+/ - 3 mm); the Fluke
416D measures up to 200 feet (60 meters) with accuracy of +/- 0.06 inches
(+/- 1.5 mm).

Both distance meters have a bright laser for easy targeting and large
liquid crystal displays. Buttons are positioned for one-hand operation.
The simple user interface allows you to easily add or subtract
measurements and quickly calculate area and volume. An automatic shut-off
feature improves battery life, providing up to 3000 readings (411D) or
5000 readings (416D) from a pair of AAA batteries. In addition to its
increased range and accuracy, the Fluke 416D Distance Meter also offers a
three-line, backlit display for improved visibility, memory for saving
ten measurements, splash and dust protection (IP54) and an audible
activation shut down notification.

Fluke Laser Distance Meters boost productivity and save money by helping
speed the measurement process and eliminate costly estimation errors. They
are built to withstand a four-foot drop, featuring the ruggedness and
reliability that professionals have come to expect from Fluke.

Laser technology: far ahead for measuring distance

Laser distance meters emit light pulses with a defined wavelength and
frequency. The laser beam is reflected off the target and back to the
distance meter at the speed of light. The returning wavelengths and light
pulses change in relationship to the ones sent out by the meter. The
difference between the two signals is proportional to the distance to the
target.

Unlike ultrasonic meters, the laser distance meter's narrow laser beam
prevents the reflection off objects that aren't targeted, avoiding false
readings. Laser distance meters are much more accurate and reliable, and
measure much longer distances than ultrasonic meters.

The Fluke 416D is priced at $109.00 USD, while the Fluke 411D is priced at
$229.00 USD. They are available from Fluke distributors now. Both laser
distance meters come with an instruction book, carrying pouch to secure on
a tool belt, 9V battery and two-year warranty.

For more information on the Fluke 416D and 411D Distance Meters, visit
www.fluke.com, or contact Fluke Corporation, PO Box 9090, Everett, WA USA
98206, call (888) 308-5277, fax (425) 446-5116, or e-mail
fluke-info@fluke.com.

Fluke Corporation

Fluke Corporation is the world leader in compact, professional electronic
test tools. Fluke customers are technicians, engineers, electricians and
metrologists who install, troubleshoot, and manage industrial electrical
and electronic equipment and calibration processes for quality control.

Larry Wilson, APR
Public Relations Manager
Fluke Corporation
(425) 446-5671
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