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TAC (Tester Alternating Current) Stick

Senses current from unshielded electrical transmission lines up to 50 feet away (15' from 120 volt power leaks)

  • Rugged PVC plastic housing (splashproof)

  • Audible & visual alarm indicators

  • Three externally switchable settings (HI, LOW & Front Focused) allow pinpointing of leaks

  • Rubber grip & lanyard for secure handling

  • Operates on 4 AA batteries (included)

  • Frequency range: 20Hz to 100Hz AC voltage

  • Temperature range: -22 to 122 degrees F

  • Highly compact at just 20.5"

  • Lightweight at 1 lb., 4 oz. (with batteries)

  • Padded carry case, 4 AA batteries (installed), wrist lanyard & owners manual included

  • The only UL listed voltage detector on the market

Useful for a variety of applications:

  • Structural/Wildland Firefighting

  • Transportation Accidents (Vehicle, Train, Plane)

  • Natural Disasters/Storm Response

  • Correctional Institutions (electrified fencing)

(TS1000) $305.00

 

 

Typical Detection Distances

Voltage Setting High Low Front Focused
120 VAC Single conductor (6 feet above ground) 15' (5m) 3' (1m) .25'(7.5cm)
120 VAC Conductor laying on wet soil 3' (1m) 1'(.3m) 0.1'(2.5cm)
7.2KV
(12.5 KV P to P)
Distribution line (single insulator) 210' (65m) 70'(21m) 20'(6m)
46 KV & higher Transmission line (several insulators) >500'(>150m) <200'(>60m) >70'(>20m)