Beha-Amprobe
ActiveOverview
Beha-Amprobe is a manufacturer of electrical test and measurement tools, resulting from the merger of German company Beha and American company Amprobe, with combined experience over 100 years. It produces over 500 products including clamp meters, digital multimeters, installation testers, and tools for HVAC and industrial applications, targeted at electricians, technicians, and maintenance professionals.123
History
Amprobe originated in 1948 as Pyramid Instrument Company in Long Island, NY, inventing the first clamp meter and renaming to Amprobe Instrument Corporation in 1960. Beha, founded in 1974 in Germany, acquired Amprobe in 2006. The companies merged to form Beha-Amprobe, introducing the brand in Europe in 2014; Amprobe was later acquired by Danaher Corporation in 2006 and is now part of Fluke Corporation.123
Product Lines
| Product Line | Positioning | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| Clamp Meters (current measurement tools) | Professional non-contact current testing | $150 - $1,800 |
| Digital Multimeters (voltage/resistance testers) | Versatile electrical diagnostics | $100 - $600 |
| Installation Testers (DIN VDE compliant) | Electrical installation safety checks | $500 - $2,000 |
| Appliance Testers (VDE 0701/0702) | Portable appliance testing | $400 - $1,200 |
| Voltage Detectors (non-contact) | Safety voltage detection | $50 - $300 |
| Thermometers (HVAC tools) | Temperature measurement for technicians | $80 - $400 |
Manufacturing
Products undergo rigorous testing for IEC and CE compliance in Fluke's CSA-recognized labs. Manufacturing details for Beha-Amprobe specifically are not specified, but the brand leverages facilities associated with Fluke Corporation post-acquisition.36
Notable Products
- Inductive Clamp Meter - World's first patented clamp meter invented in 1950 for non-invasive current measurement.
- Installation Testers - Tools for testing electrical installations per DIN VDE standards.
- Appliance Testers - Devices compliant with VDE 0701/0702 for portable appliance safety testing.
- Digital Multimeters - Multifunction tools for voltage, current, and resistance measurements.
- Wire Tracer - First-to-market tool for tracing electrical wiring.
Reputation
Beha-Amprobe tools are trusted by professional electricians and HVAC technicians for reliability and ruggedness over 70+ years.3 Products meet stringent IEC/CE safety standards with third-party certifications, appealing to industrial and commercial users.123 No specific criticisms noted in available sources.