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Fluke 323 True-RMS Clamp Meter vs Extech MA640 True RMS AC/DC Clamp Meter with NCV

A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Fluke 323 True-RMS Clamp Meter is cheaper at $207.99. Every spec and price links to its source.

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Spec Fluke 323 True-RMS Clamp Meter Extech MA640 True RMS AC/DC Clamp Meter with NCV
US price $207.99
BrandFlukeExtech (Teledyne FLIR)
Released
Ac current range 400.0 A, 2.0% ±5 digits (45-65 Hz) / 2.5% ±5 digits (65-400 Hz) 60.00 A / 600.0 A
Dc current range 60.00 A / 600.0 A
Jaw opening 30 mm (600 MCM) 1.5 in (40 mm), conductors up to 500 MCM
Ac dc voltage range 600.0 V AC (1.5% accuracy) / 600.0 V DC (1.0% accuracy) AC 6.000V/60.00V/600.0V; DC 600.0mV/6.000V/60.00V/600.0V
True rms Yes Yes
Resistance continuity 400.0/4000 Ω, 1.0% accuracy; continuity beeper ≤70 Ω 600.0Ω to 60.00MΩ, with continuity
Capacitance 40.00nF to 4000µF
Temperature -4°F to 1400°F (-20°C to 760°C), Type K
Cat safety rating CAT III 600V / CAT IV 300V CAT III 600V
Display count 6000

Sources — Fluke 323 True-RMS Clamp Meter: fluke.com (verified 2026-08-05). Extech MA640 True RMS AC/DC Clamp Meter with NCV: flir.com (verified 2026-08-05).

What's the difference between the Fluke 323 True-RMS Clamp Meter and Extech MA640 True RMS AC/DC Clamp Meter with NCV?

Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (5 of 10). Matching specs are omitted.

  • Ac current range: Fluke 323 True-RMS Clamp Meter 400.0 A, 2.0% ±5 digits (45-65 Hz) / 2.5% ±5 digits (65-400 Hz) vs Extech MA640 True RMS AC/DC Clamp Meter with NCV 60.00 A / 600.0 A
  • Jaw opening: Fluke 323 True-RMS Clamp Meter 30 mm (600 MCM) vs Extech MA640 True RMS AC/DC Clamp Meter with NCV 1.5 in (40 mm), conductors up to 500 MCM
  • Ac dc voltage range: Fluke 323 True-RMS Clamp Meter 600.0 V AC (1.5% accuracy) / 600.0 V DC (1.0% accuracy) vs Extech MA640 True RMS AC/DC Clamp Meter with NCV AC 6.000V/60.00V/600.0V; DC 600.0mV/6.000V/60.00V/600.0V
  • Resistance continuity: Fluke 323 True-RMS Clamp Meter 400.0/4000 Ω, 1.0% accuracy; continuity beeper ≤70 Ω vs Extech MA640 True RMS AC/DC Clamp Meter with NCV 600.0Ω to 60.00MΩ, with continuity
  • Cat safety rating: Fluke 323 True-RMS Clamp Meter CAT III 600V / CAT IV 300V vs Extech MA640 True RMS AC/DC Clamp Meter with NCV CAT III 600V

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