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The first device who is the predecessor of the multimeter appeared in 1820 and was a moving pointer current sensing device, called a "galvanometer". -
The invention of the first multimeter in 1920 was for an engineer, named Donald Macadie, he created one capable of measuring amps, volts, and ohms, hence the product's name "AVOmeter." -
From 1950 to 1970 an attempt was made to create a Digital voltmeter, successfully accomplishing this in the year 1970
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The Fluke 8020A was the first Multimeter digital on the year 1977. The Fluke 8020A becomes the first successful handheld digital multimeter. -
Fluke introduces the 88, the first portable multimeter designed for automotive technicians -
The new Fluke 87V Industrial Multimeter incorporates a thermometer function and the ability to accurately measure frequency and voltage on adjustable speed drives -
The Fluke 279 FC True RMS Thermal Multimeter incorporates a thermal imager and digital multimeter. -
Fluke introduces the 87V MAX True RMS Digital Multimeter, the first Fluke multimeter with IP67 protection.