With certain models of Wire Tracer you can locate open power cables, either live or dead (witCable Detectors to locate open power cables, either live or without current, up to 300V.hout current), with voltages up to 300V.The Wire Tracer can locate cables, circuits, short circuits and ground points. To perform these function with the Wire Tracer it is not necessary to disconnect electrically sensitive devices or to disconnect the power from the cable which is being tested.
The Wire Tracer can also locate ferrous and non-ferrous metals, wood and plastic with a high level of accuracy. The Wire Tracer provides a safe way to test wall sockets when you are not sure about the cables within and their output. The Wire Tracer is also very useful in that it allows for quick and safe checks when holes are required to be made in walls, ceilings and floors so that the labourer does not electrocute themselves.