Kyoritsu · KEW 5711
Kyoritsu KEW 5711 Voltage Detector
Non-contact AC voltage detector (20–1000 V) with Hi/Lo sensitivity, buzzer, glowing tip and flashlight; CAT…
A non-contact voltage detector senses the electric field around a live conductor and warns with light and sound, without touching bare metal.
It is a fast way to check whether a cable, socket or switch is live, find a break in a cable, or identify the line conductor.
Kyoritsu · KEW 5711
Non-contact AC voltage detector (20–1000 V) with Hi/Lo sensitivity, buzzer, glowing tip and flashlight; CAT…
Indication, not proof. A non-contact detector indicates the presence of AC voltage. Shielded cables, DC circuits, low batteries or poor coupling can give no indication even when a conductor is live. Before working on a circuit, prove it dead with a contact voltage tester or multimeter that you have checked on a known live source.
Sensitivity settings. A high-sensitivity setting detects lower voltages or conductors further away; a low setting helps pinpoint the live conductor among several. The KEW 5711 offers both.
Safety rating. Choose a detector rated for the category and voltage where you use it; the KEW 5711 is rated CAT IV 600 V / CAT III 1000 V.
No. Non-contact detectors respond to alternating electric fields and do not detect DC voltage.
No. Use it as a quick check, then prove dead with a contact voltage tester or multimeter, checked before and after on a known live source.
Looking for another brand of voltage detector? Our multi-brand site IndiaMeters covers other manufacturers.