Status: Discontinued — replaced by the 287 / 289. We still repair and calibrate the 187 and 189.
The 187 and 189 earned a loyal following with their true-RMS accuracy and, on the 189, onboard logging, and plenty of electricians and lab techs would rather keep theirs than learn a new meter. The manufacturer no longer supports them, but we still do. We fix both models at the component level and recalibrate them to the original specifications.
Common Fluke 187 / 189 Problems We Fix
- Display fading, blank or missing segments
- Readings that wander or fall out of calibration soon after a cal
- Rotary switch that is sticky, worn or intermittent
- No reading on an input after an overload or blown fuse
- Corrosion in the battery compartment, or no power at all
- IR port not passing logged data to the PC
- Stored calibration constants lost because of an internal EEPROM fault
Is your 187 or 189 doing something else? Email us with the symptom and we can tell you whether it is worth sending in.
Fluke 180 Series Models We Service
| Model | Description | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Fluke 189 | 50,000-count logging DMM with true-RMS | Repair & Calibration |
| Fluke 187 | 20,000-count true-RMS DMM | Repair & Calibration |
What Calibration Covers on a 187 or 189
A handheld meter gets trusted without a second thought, which is exactly why it needs to be right. Calibration on these meters checks the functions you use every day:
- DC and AC voltage, including true-RMS response on AC
- Current on the amp and milliamp inputs
- Resistance, continuity and diode test
- Frequency and capacitance
You receive a NIST-traceable certificate documented against the manufacturer’s published specifications.
How to Get Your 187 or 189 to Us
- Let us know what happened. Email us or use the service request form with the model and the problem.
- Mail the meter. Send it from any US location; a prepaid label is available if you request one.
- Say yes or no to the quote. You get a firm, no-obligation price after diagnosis, and the meter is not repaired without your approval.
Email: info@junecompany.com | Any 187 or 189 we repair goes home with NIST-traceable calibration and a 90-day parts-and-labor warranty.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you still repair the discontinued Fluke 187 and 189?
Yes. Both are discontinued and no longer supported by the manufacturer, but we repair and recalibrate them regularly. Component-level repair keeps these well-loved meters in service.
How much does Fluke 187 / 189 repair cost?
A flat evaluation fee comes first and is applied to the repair if you proceed. After diagnosis you get a firm price for your meter, with no surprises added later.
How long does the repair take?
A typical 187 or 189 repair is complete within 1 to 5 business days of the meter arriving, and expedited service is available when you need it back sooner.
Is it worth repairing a 187 or 189 instead of buying a 289?
Often, yes. Many users prefer the 187/189 they trust, and fixing and recalibrating the meter they already know usually comes in under the price of a 289. Our firm quote shows the repair cost before you choose between the two.
My 189 display is fading and the dial feels loose. Is that fixable?
Yes. A failing LCD (fading or missing segments) and a worn rotary switch are the two faults we see most on the 187 and 189, and both can be fully restored.
Just need calibration, not a repair?
We do both. A working 187 or 189 that is simply due can be sent for calibration alone, and it comes back with a NIST-traceable certificate showing results against the original specifications.
My meter is a 180 Series variant that isn’t in the table. Can you help?
Yes; every 180 Series configuration is supported. Pick the 187 or 189 entry closest to yours, or email us the exact model.
Who uses the Fluke 180 Series?
Industrial electricians, calibration and lab technicians, maintenance engineers, and field service professionals rely on the 187 and 189 for true-RMS logging measurements.
See also our Fluke 280 Series repair, Fluke 80V Series repair, and Fluke bench multimeter repair pages, or browse all multimeter repair services.
Other Fluke multimeters on our bench
Many shops that still carry a 187 or 189 also keep newer Fluke meters in the truck, and we handle those as well:
