Smart Control Valve Testing Made Easier

The Fluke 710 mA Loop Valve Tester is designed specifically for maintenance engineers who work with HART-enabled smart control valves.

Unlike standard mA loop calibrators that mainly verify current signals, the Fluke 710 combines loop calibration, HART communication, and automatic valve testing procedures in one handheld instrument.

It helps technicians quickly determine whether a control valve is operating correctly by analyzing:

• 
  Valve position feedback
  
• 
  mA input response
  
• 
  HART process variables
  
• 
  Valve movement characteristics
  

This allows maintenance teams to make faster decisions about whether a valve requires adjustment, repair, or further inspection.

Complete HART Smart Valve Diagnostic Solution

Modern process plants increasingly use smart control valves with HART communication for improved monitoring and diagnostics.

The Fluke 710 provides built-in HART communication capability, allowing technicians to:

• 
  Read valve position information
  
• 
  Monitor HART feedback signals
  
• 
  Access process variables
  
• 
  Adjust selected transmitter parameters
  
• 
  Perform valve controller checks
  

During testing, the Fluke 710 can apply a 4-20 mA signal to move the valve while simultaneously reading HART feedback to verify whether the valve reaches the expected position.

Built-In Valve Test Procedures

Control valve problems can be difficult to identify because failures may come from the actuator, positioner, air supply, or control signal.

The Fluke 710 includes pre-configured valve tests to simplify troubleshooting:

• 
  Valve signature test
  
• 
  Speed test
  
• 
  Step test
  
• 
  Manual test
  
• 
  Bump test
  
• 
  Partial stroke test
  

These tests help engineers evaluate valve response and identify abnormal operating conditions without complicated setup procedures.

Quick Valve Health Assessment

Maintenance teams often need a fast answer:

Is the valve operating normally or does it need attention?

The Fluke 710 provides quick-check results that help classify valve condition:

• 
  Good
  
• 
  Marginal
  
• 
  Bad
  

This allows technicians to prioritize maintenance activities and reduce unnecessary valve removal or inspection.

(fluke.com)

Precision 4-20 mA Loop Calibration Functions

Besides valve diagnostics, the Fluke 710 works as a precision mA loop calibrator.

It supports:

• 
  mA source
  
• 
  mA simulate
  
• 
  mA measurement
  
• 
  mA measurement with loop power
  
• 
  DC voltage measurement
  

With 0.01% accuracy and 1 μA resolution, it provides the precision required for industrial instrumentation maintenance.

Built-In 24 V Loop Power and HART Resistor

Many field instruments require loop power during troubleshooting.

The Fluke 710 provides:

• 
  24 V DC loop power
  
• 
  Built-in selectable 250 Ω HART resistor
  

This allows technicians to test smart valves and transmitters without carrying additional loop components.

(fluke.com)

ValveTrack™ Software for Data Analysis

For plants that require maintenance records and performance tracking, the Fluke 710 can store valve test results and transfer data through ValveTrack™ Software.

Technicians can:

• 
  Upload recorded valve tests
  
• 
  Review valve performance history
  
• 
  Compare previous test results
  
• 
  Export data for further analysis
  

This supports predictive maintenance strategies by helping teams monitor valve condition over time.

Designed for Industrial Process Applications

The Fluke 710 is especially suitable for industries where control valves are critical to process safety and efficiency.

Typical applications include:

Oil & Gas

• 
  Control valve maintenance
  
• 
  Process loop troubleshooting
  
• 
  HART device diagnostics
  

Chemical Processing

• 
  Valve performance verification
  
• 
  Automated control system maintenance
  

Power Generation

• 
  Steam valve testing
  
• 
  Process control maintenance
  

Water Treatment

• 
  Flow control valve inspection
  
• 
  Instrumentation troubleshooting
  

Compact Field Design for Maintenance Engineers

The Fluke 710 is designed for technicians who need a portable valve testing solution.

Key advantages include:

• 
  Rugged handheld design
  
• 
  Simple user interface
  
• 
  Quick setup with rotary control knob
  
• 
  Battery-powered operation
  
• 
  Portable field calibration capability
  

It allows engineers to perform smart valve testing directly at the installation site

FAQ

What is the Fluke 710 used for?

The Fluke 710 is a HART-enabled mA loop valve tester used for testing, calibrating, and troubleshooting smart control valves.

What is the difference between Fluke 710 and Fluke 707?

The main difference is application focus:

• 
  Fluke 707: General-purpose 4-20 mA loop calibration.
  
• 
  Fluke 710: Designed specifically for HART smart control valve testing with valve diagnostic functions.
  

Can Fluke 710 test control valves?

Yes. It can perform valve signature tests, speed tests, step tests, bump tests, and partial stroke tests to evaluate control valve performance.

(fluke.com)

Does Fluke 710 support HART communication?

Yes. The Fluke 710 includes built-in HART communication for reading valve information and performing selected configuration and diagnostic functions.

Can Fluke 710 replace a HART communicator?

For many valve testing and basic HART maintenance tasks, the Fluke 710 can reduce the need for a separate HART communicator. However, dedicated HART communicators may still be required for advanced device configuration.

Is Fluke 710 suitable for process industries?

Yes. It is designed for industrial applications involving smart control valves, 4-20 mA loops, and HART-enabled process instrumentation.