Non Contact AC Voltage Sensor Detector (AC3115) 50 to 1000vAC

Pen Style AC Non Contact Voltage Sensor with Pocket Clip has both audible and visual indication and detects 50 to 1000 volts AC.

The “Santronics AC Sensor” is a hand held device for determining the presence or absence of AC voltage in insulated wires, wall receptacles, fuses, junction boxes, switches, and any other voltage carrying electrical systems. It is not necessary to disconnect the system in question, because no contact is required for operation, and current flow is not necessary to locate voltage. Simply touch the plastic tip to a connection point or move it along an insulated wire. If AC voltage is present, the LED light in the probe tip will glow bright red. The illumination will stop at a break in the circuit or wire and this allows.

• Senses voltage from 50 to 1000vAC.
• Power: (2) AAA 1.5 Volt Alkaline Batteries or equivalent (Included) Replace By Removing Threaded Cap.
• Operating Range: 50-1000vAC.
• Operating Temperature: -4°F to 131°F (-20°C to 55°C).
  NOTE: most batteries are not rated for below -4°F or above 125°F.
• Operating Humidity RH non-condensing:
  • 95%, 0-86°F (0-30°C).
  • 75%, 86°F to 104°F (30-40°C).
  • 45%, 104°F to 131°F (40-55°C).
• Altitude: up to 9842.5 feet (3000m).
• Voltage Max.: 1000 VAC, CAT IV.

Aditional info:

• Why Probe Tip Flickers
  This instrument is so reliable in locating voltage that it will react to static electricity by flickering. This is not to be confused with power company voltage which produces a steady glow.
• Caution 1
  Prior to each use, as a safety practice, always test the instrument on a known live circuit, to ensure proper operation and always treat your AC Sensor with care as you would any other test instrument.
• Caution 2
  In testing indoor romex cable where the fibrous filler becomes saturated with water, which is conductive, an electrical connection is formed between the filler and the ground circuit. The length of cable that has become wet is essentially shielded. If a voltage is present on a conductor in this cable, the electric field normally radiated by the voltage will be attenuated by this shielding and the AC Sensor may not glow even though a voltage is present. Therefore, always approach wet indoor romex cable with utmost caution. Cable of this type is specified for indoor use only. It will be subjected to immersion in water only in rare conditions such as flooding. Outdoor romex cable is not effected by water.

NOTE: All sensors of this type will exhibit the same characteristics when testing wet indoor romex.