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Greenlee Non-Contact Voltage Detector, 50 To 1000VAC, 500Hz | 
 enlarge | Brand: Greenlee
Category: Home Improvement
Buy New: $16.92
Rating:  7 reviews
Media: Misc.
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Product Description
Non-Contact Voltage Detector Fast, easy, non-contact voltage detection. Bright LED and audible alarm if voltage is present. ON/OFF switch for longer battery life. Use to detect the presence of voltage at outlets, lighting fixtures, circuit breakers, wires and cables or to find a break in a wire. Comfort grip to ease fatigue. Convenient pen size fits into pocket or tool pouch. Replace batteries quickly by pressing the release lever and twisting the top of the tester. Accessories included: (2) 1.5V AAA batteries. Lifetime Limited Warranty. Specifications Voltage Detection: AC V 50-1000 Frequency: 50-500Hz Measurement Category: Cat IV, 1000V
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 best I've tried May 4, 2008
thomas donnelly (Oregon, usa)
I've had one of these for several years and after losing it in an attic full of blown-in insulation this week, I'm here to buy another. I've tried several brands of voltage detectors, but was always left frustrated by the relentless false-positive readings. The Greenlee product, however, has always been a reliable tool through years of remodeling projects at home and on the job site.
As another reviewer noted, the top switch can get a little loose, but I just adapted to holding it in such a way as to instantly tell whether it was on or off just by touch.
Lastly, in the rare event that the batteries need replacing, you don't need to go looking for a particular type of button battery. This tool uses easy-to-find AAA's.
Most important tool in the box! February 8, 2008
M. Zieger (Harrisburg PA)
This high-quality non-contact voltage detector is the most important tool in my electrical tool box. It's well made, does what it says it will, and is truly essential to any DIY home electrical work.
Coolest toy EVER. May 4, 2007
gym mom (California (USA))
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I'm a single mom who can't always afford to call an electrician for a small project, and am always concerned that I'm going to use the typical el-cheapo voltage detector the wrong way (e.g., put the prongs in the wrong holes, blow myself up, etc.). So to be on the safe side, I usually throw the main switch and black-out the whole house just to replace a simple outlet.
I'm finally getting my kitchen remodeled this week, and last night I saw this little gadget sitting on my table. I thought it was a large pen, but then I read what it was and started to play with it on my outlets and switches. It immediately detected current thru the switch plates, which had me saying "woah..." I instantly chucked one into my Wish List here at Amazon!
 Great Concept-Flawed Switch Design March 18, 2007
E. Cole
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
I am a remodeler and former electrician. I keep a Non-Contact detector with me at all times. I also provide one for my helper.
The detector works well at sensing and indicating line voltage, but the switch is terrible.
The switch quickly loosens and is easily turned off by an inadvertent bump or contact when used in cramped locations.
The rotary design of the switch does not provide a positive engagement like the products from other manufacturers. I have used other NC detectors with a sliding switch that positively engages and resists unintended actuation. You can easily, unknowingly turn the switch off with your hand or by sliding it alongside a piece of wood, cable, or a junction box.
I am disappointed that Greenlee-a premiere manufacturer of professional electrical tools-would create such a flawed product. This appears to be an example of product that seemed to be a good design on paper or in the unrestricted space of a design center, but was not submitted for long-term field testing in real-world conditions.
Top tool February 12, 2007
Bruce D. Carlton
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
The tool works as advertised and has enabled me to work around voltage with confidence.
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