Fluke 43B Application Guide

Receptacle Branch Circuits
Measuring K-factor
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Measuring K-factor
K-factor is an indication of the amount of harmonic currents. High harmonic
orders influence the K-factor more than low harmonic orders.
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Open the main menu.
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3
Select AMPS.
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Make connections as shown below. Measure the K-factor under full load.
 Observe the K-factor (KF).
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Measure the K-factor on phase 2 and phase 3 too, and take the highest
KF-reading.
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 HARMONICS
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Fluke 43B Specifications

General

Category	Power Quality Analyzer
Interface	RS-232
Volts AC/DC	Yes
Ohms	Yes
Continuity	Yes
Diode Test	Yes
Capacitance	Yes
Harmonics Measurement	Up to 51st harmonic
Display	LCD
Battery Life	Approximately 6 hours
Weight	1.1 kg (2.4 lb)
Data Storage	Yes
Amps AC/DC	0.1 to 1000 A (with clamp)
Power Measurement	W, VA, VAR, PF
Dimensions	50 mm
Current Measurement Range	Via current clamp accessories (not built-in)