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    30 Products

    Data Cable Identifiers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Data Cable Identifiers.
    Trace unshielded data and telephone cables to their source. Attach the identifier with the included alligator clips and send a signal through the cable. The signal is then received by the removable handheld probe. As you get closer to the cable you're tracing, the probe's audio and visual signals get stronger.
    Measures
    For Cable Type
    Alert Type
    Features
    Batteries
    Included
    Each
    Cable LocationCoaxial, Ethernet, TelephoneLight, SoundF-Type Male Coaxial Connector, RJ11 Plug, RJ45 Plug, Two Alligator ClipsYes0000000000000

    Noise-Filtering Line Testing Amplifiers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Line Testing Amplifiers. Noise-Filtering Line Testing Amplifiers.
    Block out power-line hum when identifying a cable. Use this amplifier with a tone generator or tester to identify a cable without making direct contact with the wire. The tone will get louder the closer you get to the correct cable.
    Line Testing Amplifiers
    Line Tester
    Pouches
    Measures
    Alert
    Type
    Features
    Each
    Each
    Cable LocationSoundNoise Filter, Socket for Telephone Line Tester0000000000000000000000000000

    Line Testing Amplifiers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Line Testing Amplifiers.
    Use this amplifier with a tone generator or tester to identify a cable without making direct contact with the wire. The tone will get louder the closer you get to the correct cable.
    Line Testing Amplifiers
    Line Tester
    Pouches
    Measures
    Alert
    Type
    Features
    Each
    Each
    Cable LocationSoundSocket for Telephone Line Tester000000000000000000000000000

    Tone-Generating Line Testers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Line Testers. Tone-Generating Line Testers, RJ11 Plug.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Line Testers. Tone-Generating Line Testers, RJ45 Plug.

    RJ11 Plug

    RJ45 Plug

    Generate an audible signal when testing for short circuits, line continuity, or when locating a cable. Use an amplifier (sold separately) to hear the signal. These tone generators have a light signal to verify polarity.
    Line Testers
    Line Tester
    Pouches
    Measures
    Alert Type
    Features
    Includes
    Batteries
    Included
    No. of Batteries
    Req.
    Battery
    Size
    Each
    Each
    Cable Location, Continuity, PolarityLight, SoundRJ11 PlugTest Leads with Alligator ClipsNo19V000000000000000000000000000
    Cable Location, Continuity, PolarityLight, SoundRJ45 PlugTest Leads with Alligator ClipsNo19V00000000000000000000000000

    Circuit Tracers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Circuit Tracers. Circuit Tracer.

    Circuit Tracer

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Circuit Tracers. High-Resolution Circuit Tracer.

    High-Resolution Circuit Tracer

    Identify breakers and ferret out faults without cutting power to critical systems. More versatile than a breaker finder, circuit tracers track the path of an entire energized or de-energized circuit’s wiring through walls, ceilings, and floors. They’ll even detect wires underground without being blocked by conduit or cement.
    Each tracer kit includes a transmitter and a wireless receiver. Plug the transmitter’s leads into an outlet or connect its alligator clips to bare conductors to send a signal through the circuit you want to trace. Then, move the receiver against the wall like a stud finder to follow the signal’s path and detect the circuit’s wiring. Boost the receiver’s sensitivity if the signal strength drops as you move away from the transmitter, or dial it down to eliminate false positives from nearby circuits. Keeping the sensitivity low is also useful when you need to single out a specific wire within a bundle.
    High-Resolution Circuit Tracer—The safest choice for circuits near your building’s incoming power source, where the risk of injury from power surges is high. Our tracers are rated CAT IV to protect against power surges up to 8,000 V, so they’re safe for use with electricity meters, transformers, outdoor conductors, and other utility-level connections. The kits also include a clamp-on lead. Squeeze its jaws around covered wires to send a tracing signal without interrupting the circuit.
    Tester Type
    Measures
    For Max.
    Dp., ft.
    Alert Type
    AC Voltage,
    V AC
    DC Voltage,
    V DC
    Includes
    Lead
    Lg.
    Batteries
    Included
    Each
    Circuit TracerBuried Lines, Circuit Breakers, Circuit Shorts, Continuity, Data Cable Location, Fuses, Ground Faults, Wire Location3Light, Sound, Digital Display0 to 6000 to 600Transmitter, Receiver, Fabric Carrying Case, Alligator Clips, Test Leads, Electrical Outlet Adapter32"Yes000000000000000
    High-Resolution Circuit TracerBuried Lines, Circuit Breakers, Circuit Shorts, Continuity, Data Cable Location, Fuses, Ground Faults, Wire Location20Light, Sound, Digital Display0 to 6000 to 600Transmitter, Clamp-On Current Transducer, Hard Carrying Case, Alligator Clips, Receiver with Sensitivity Adjustment, Batteries, Socket Adapter, Test Leads23 ft.Yes0000000000000000

    Current Detectors

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Current Detectors.
    Check for the presence of AC current and voltage without making direct contact with a wire. The detector has light and sound alerts that indicate current when it is held near the electrical component.
    Electrical Safety
    Rating
    Measures
    AC Current
    AC Voltage,
    V AC
    Alert Type
    Sensor
    End
    Certification
    Batteries
    Included
    Each
    CAT III, 600VAC Current, AC Voltage200 mA to 1,000 amp12 to 600Light, SoundNoncontactC-UL Listed, UL ListedYes0000000000000

    Data Cable Testers with Digital Display

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Data Cable Testers. Data Cable Testers with Digital Display.
    A digital display helps you identify open, short, and miswired circuits in data cable. These testers have a built-in tone generator with selectable tones.
    Measures Capacitance—Testers that measure capacitance can determine the length of coaxial and Ethernet cable.
    Measures
    For Cable Type
    Digital Display
    Type
    Alert Type
    Features
    Batteries
    Included
    Each
    Cable Location, ContinuityCoaxial, Ethernet, TelephoneLCDLight, SoundF-Type Male Coaxial Connector, RJ11/RJ12 Socket, RJ45 SocketYes0000000000000
    Cable Location, Capacitance, ContinuityCoaxial, Ethernet, TelephoneLCDLight, SoundF-Type Male Coaxial Connector, RJ11/RJ12 Socket, RJ45 SocketYes0000000000000

    Fluke Vibrating Voltage Meters

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Voltage Meters. Fluke Vibrating Voltage Meters.
    Detect voltage with three types of alerts for extra safety—light, sound, and vibration. There are LEDs that light up to show the approximate voltage level, and a digital LCD shows precise voltage measurements. Fluke meters are known for quality and durability.
    Batteries
    Mfr. Model
    No.
    Electrical Safety
    Rating
    Measures
    Voltage Increments
    Max.
    Resistance
    Alert Type
    Display Type
    Display
    Features
    Includes
    Lead
    Lg.
    Certification
    Req.
    Included
    Each
    T+ProCAT IV, 600VAC Voltage, Continuity, DC Voltage, Resistance12V, 24V, 48V, 120V, 208V, 240V, 277V, 480V, 600V10 kΩLight, Sound, VibrationDigital, Light IndicatorBacklightTest Leads34"UL Listed, C-UL ListedYesYes00000000000000

    Circuit Breaker Identifiers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Exploded view. Circuit Breaker Identifiers. 120V AC.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Circuit Breaker Identifiers. 80V AC to 300V AC.

    120V AC

    80V AC to 300V AC

    Identify the circuit breaker connected to an electrical receptacle. The transmitter plugs into the receptacle and sends a signal through the cable to the receiver. Move the receiver over the breakers, and light and sound alerts indicate when you find the correct breaker.
    Circuit Breaker Identifier Adapters—Circuit breaker identifier adapters trace breakers for light bulb sockets and switches.
    Circuit Breaker Identifiers
    Circuit Breaker
    Identifier Adapters
    Batteries
    AC Voltage,
    V AC
    Alert Type
    Includes
    Plug No.
    of Blades
    Electrical
    Connection
    Certification
    Included
    Size
    No.
    Required
    Each
    Each
    120Light, SoundTransmitter, Receiver, Test Probe3Straight BladeUL Listed, C-UL ListedNo9V10000000000000000000000000000
    80 to 300Light, SoundTransmitter, Receiver, Alligator Clips, Socket Adapter, Test Leads, Test Probe, Electrical Outlet Adapter2Straight BladeUL Listed, C-UL ListedYes9V100000000000000———0

    Line Break Detectors

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Exploded view. Line Break Detectors. Test-Lead Sensor End with Replaceable Alligator Clips.

    Test-Lead Sensor End with

    Replaceable Alligator

    Clips

    Check continuity in circuits. If there are no line breaks, light or sound alerts signal continuity.
    Line Break Detectors
    Replacement
    Test Leads
    Test
    Leads
    Batteries
    Sensor End
    Measures
    Alert
    Type
    No.
    of
    Lg.
    Included
    Size
    No.
    Required
    Each
    Pair
    Test Leads with Replaceable Alligator ClipsContinuitySound248"No9V1000000000000000000000000000

    Voltage Detectors

    Confirm that voltage is present in receptacles, cables, and other electrical components. The detectors have light or sound alerts to indicate voltage.
    Voltage Detectors
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Voltage Detectors. Long-Reach-Tip Sensor End, 6V DC to 50V DC.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Voltage Detectors. Noncontact Sensor End, 12V AC to 1,000V AC.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Voltage Detectors. Noncontact Sensor End, 50V AC to 1,000V AC.

    Long-Reach-Tip Sensor End

    6V DC to 50V DC

    Noncontact Sensor End

    12V AC to 1,000V AC

    Noncontact Sensor End

    50V AC to 1,000V AC

    Long-Reach-Tip Sensor End—Long-reach tips, tests leads with sheathed alligator clips, and test leads with needle tips must touch the electrical component you're testing to sense voltage.
    Noncontact Sensor End—Noncontact detectors can sense voltage when brought near the electrical component.
    Batteries
    Sensor End
    Electrical Safety
    Rating
    DC Voltage,
    V DC
    AC Voltage,
    V AC
    Measures
    Alert Type
    Certification
    Req.
    Included
    Each
    Long-Reach Tip6 to 50DC VoltageLight, SoundUL Listed, C-UL ListedNo00000000000000
    NoncontactCAT IV, 600V12 to 1,000AC VoltageLight, SoundETL Listed, C-ETL ListedYesYes0000000000000
    NoncontactCAT IV, 1,000V50 to 1,000AC VoltageLight, SoundUL Listed, C-UL ListedYesYes0000000000000
    Fluke Voltage Detectors
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Voltage Detectors. Fluke Voltage Detectors, Long-Reach-Tip Sensor End.

    Long-Reach-Tip Sensor End

    Long-Reach-Tip Sensor End—Long-reach tips, tests leads with sheathed alligator clips, and test leads with needle tips must touch the electrical component you're testing to sense voltage.
    Batteries
    Sensor End
    Mfr. Model
    No.
    Electrical Safety
    Rating
    AC Voltage,
    V AC
    Measures
    Alert Type
    Certification
    Req.
    Included
    Each
    Long-Reach Tip1AC-IICAT IV, 1,000V90 to 1,000AC VoltageLight, SoundCSA Certified, CSA-US CertifiedYesYes0000000000000
    Long-Reach Tip1LAC-IICAT IV, 1,000V20 to 90AC VoltageLight, SoundCSA Certified, CSA-US CertifiedYesYes000000000000

    High-Voltage Detectors

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Voltage Detectors. High-Voltage Detectors.
    Safely check for the presence of voltage in high-voltage equipment and lines. This noncontact detector checks for voltage by sensing electrostatic fields when brought near the electrical component. Light and sound alerts indicate voltage.
    Hot Stick (48" Long)—For testing 1,500-122,000V AC, a hot stick is required (not included). It attaches to the high-voltage detector to extend your reach and detect voltage from a distance.
    Batteries
    Sensor
    End
    AC Voltage,
    V AC
    Measures
    Alert Type
    Includes
    Req.
    Included
    Each
    Noncontact30 to 122,000AC VoltageLight, SoundCarrying CaseYesYes00000000000000

    Voltage Detectors for Hard Hats

    Image of ProductInUse. Shown with Hard Hat (Sold Separately). Bottom orientation. Voltage Detectors. Voltage Detectors for Hard Hats.

    Shown with Hard Hat

    (Sold Separately)

    Image of Product. Bottom orientation. Voltage Detectors. Voltage Detectors for Hard Hats.
    Clip these detectors to your hard hat to identify voltage and current from 360°. Without making physical contact, they flash light in the direction of the electrical threat and beep louder as you get closer to it. These lightweight detectors are comfortable to wear all day. They’re often used to identify live conductors, energized lines underground, and residual voltage.
    Set the sensitivity level to determine when the detector alerts you. While the battery life varies depending on the number of alerts, a full charge can last up to five days. Recharge the battery with the included USB charging cable or a standard USB 2.0 Micro-B charger.
    120V AC to 500 kV AC—120V AC-500kV AC detectors sense voltages as low as those in a power socket and as high as those in high-power transmission lines. Since they detect a wide range of voltages, they’re a helpful tool for rescue workers, electricians, and telecom workers. They can also connect to an app to notify emergency response services when there is a fall, injury, or no movement detected. The app is optional, and it requires a paid subscription. This safety feature makes these detectors a great option for those working alone.
    2.4 kV AC to 500 kV AC—2.4kV AC to 500kV AC detectors identify a wide range of voltages found in high-power transmission lines, so they’re often used by linemen. However, they won’t detect the low voltage ranges found in telecom lines or small machinery.
    Voltage Detectors
    Replacement
    Hard Hat Clips
    Batteries
    AC Voltage,
    kV AC
    No. of Sensitivity
    Levels
    AC Current,
    amp
    Measures
    Life,
    hr.
    Included
    Includes
    Alert Type
    Flammability
    Rating
    Wt.,
    oz.
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Features
    Each
    Each
    120 to 500111 to 200AC Current, AC Voltage40YesCarrying Case, USB Charging CableLight, SoundUL 94 V-0
    0.95IP67
    App Connectivity00000000000000000000000000
    2.4 to 50071 to 200AC Current, AC Voltage80YesCarrying Case, USB Charging CableLight, SoundUL 94 V-0
    0.5IP67
    0000000000000———0
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