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Fluke VoltAlert Non-Contact Pocket-Sized Voltage Tester

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Amazon has Fluke 1AC-A1-II VoltAlert Non-Contact Pocket-Sized Voltage Tester (1AC-A1-II) for $23.99. Shipping is free w/ Prime or on $25+ or $35+ orders (minimum requirement varies by location).

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Product Features:
  • Voltbeat technology and continuous self-test – so you always know it's working
  • Upon detection, tip glows and beeper sounds
  • CAT IV 1000 V for added protection
  • Expanded range: 90 V AC to 1000 V AC
  • Continuous self-test so you always know it's working
  • Audible/Silent mode

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Amazon has Fluke 1AC-A1-II VoltAlert Non-Contact Pocket-Sized Voltage Tester (1AC-A1-II) for $23.99. Shipping is free w/ Prime or on $25+ or $35+ orders (minimum requirement varies by location).

Thanks to Deal Hunter StrongWeather642 for finding this deal.

Product Features:
  • Voltbeat technology and continuous self-test – so you always know it's working
  • Upon detection, tip glows and beeper sounds
  • CAT IV 1000 V for added protection
  • Expanded range: 90 V AC to 1000 V AC
  • Continuous self-test so you always know it's working
  • Audible/Silent mode

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Written by johnny_miller | Staff
  • About this product:
    • Rating of 4.7 from over 12,000 Amazon customer reviews.
  • About this store:
  • Additional note:

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Model: Fluke 1AC-A1-II VoltAlert Non-Contact Voltage Tester, Pocket-Sized, Voltage Detection Range 90 V to 1000 V AC, Audible Beeper, Silent Mode, Includes Batteries And 2 Year Warranty, CAT IV 1000 V Rating

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killerrabbit1961
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Read the one star reviews on the Harbor Freight and you will know. I bought this Fluke on the Prime Day deal after reading reviews on literally dozens of models, and there is a wide range of quality, even among the name brands. In my mind, when dealing with something potentially dangerous, price should not be the primary factor in the decision.
carlson03
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I don't have the harbor freight one, but a craftsman, but even if it was Fluke brand, I would still test it on a known live circuit.
Caleo
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It's a "simple device" where a flaw/failure could threaten your life. Not necessarily something you want the cheapest possible option for. Better to trust a reputable brand than one whose warranty is a revolving door of replacements lol

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Sep 11, 2023 02:29 PM
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jbrukardtSep 11, 2023 02:29 PM
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Got one of these for free years ago. Melted it by accident by leaving it in a container with some leaky solvent.... still my best and most reliable hot stick.
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killerrabbit1961Sep 11, 2023 08:06 PM
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Quote from drsgrinch :
Fluke is definitely the leader, but how does it compare to say a harbor freight one for like 8 bucks?

Still seems pricey when it's such a simple device.
Read the one star reviews on the Harbor Freight and you will know. I bought this Fluke on the Prime Day deal after reading reviews on literally dozens of models, and there is a wide range of quality, even among the name brands. In my mind, when dealing with something potentially dangerous, price should not be the primary factor in the decision.
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snacksterSep 11, 2023 11:00 PM
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Quote from killerrabbit1961 :
Read the one star reviews on the Harbor Freight and you will know. I bought this Fluke on the Prime Day deal after reading reviews on literally dozens of models, and there is a wide range of quality, even among the name brands. In my mind, when dealing with something potentially dangerous, price should not be the primary factor in the decision.
https://www.harborfreight.com/ele...63919.html

It have 60 one star out of 3055 total with an average of 4.5 stars

most of the 1 star reviews are "the button broke" and "probably a defect"

seems still like a solid bet for someone who seldom uses it to replace 120v outlets and switches
They're usually on sale for 2.99 at my location so I could buy a few to lose around the house and still be ahead

Plus if its not like i dont have a decent voltmeter lol
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killerrabbit1961Sep 12, 2023 02:28 AM
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Quote from snackster :
https://www.harborfreight.com/ele...63919.html [harborfreight.com]

It have 60 one star out of 3055 total with an average of 4.5 stars

most of the 1 star reviews are "the button broke" and "probably a defect"

seems still like a solid bet for someone who seldom uses it to replace 120v outlets and switches
They're usually on sale for 2.99 at my location so I could buy a few to lose around the house and still be ahead

Plus if its not like i dont have a decent voltmeter lol
"Probably a defect" is not something I want to hear when working with electricity, but feel free to take your chances. Especially when the second-posted one star review says "NO response when inserted in socket."
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CaleoSep 12, 2023 03:05 AM
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Quote from drsgrinch :
Fluke is definitely the leader, but how does it compare to say a harbor freight one for like 8 bucks?

Still seems pricey when it's such a simple device.
Quote from snackster :
https://www.harborfreight.com/ele...63919.html [harborfreight.com]

It have 60 one star out of 3055 total with an average of 4.5 stars

most of the 1 star reviews are "the button broke" and "probably a defect"

seems still like a solid bet for someone who seldom uses it to replace 120v outlets and switches
They're usually on sale for 2.99 at my location so I could buy a few to lose around the house and still be ahead

Plus if its not like i dont have a decent voltmeter lol
It's a "simple device" where a flaw/failure could threaten your life. Not necessarily something you want the cheapest possible option for. Better to trust a reputable brand than one whose warranty is a revolving door of replacements lol
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carlson03Sep 12, 2023 03:22 AM
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Quote from Caleo :
It's a "simple device" where a flaw/failure could threaten your life. Not necessarily something you want the cheapest possible option for. Better to trust a reputable brand than one whose warranty is a revolving door of replacements lol
I don't have the harbor freight one, but a craftsman, but even if it was Fluke brand, I would still test it on a known live circuit.
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frank3000Sep 12, 2023 04:40 AM
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Remember when we all got these for free? Old SlickDealers (and, at the time, Fat Wallet) remember. Still got mine.
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WaitWhaatSep 12, 2023 04:43 AM
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This is Cat 4, the higher CAT rating is almost always the safer rating.
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XxxfroggSep 12, 2023 06:02 AM
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For the folks arguing over harbor freight one vs this, your quality arguments are valid, but this should never really be used alone and 100% trusted. This is part of 1 of 3 tools you need when wiring or doing diy. These tools are listed below and can be used to check each other. 1. Voltmeter 2. Non contact voltage tester. 3. A plug tester.

These can typically be bought relatively cheap and all in single kit.
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anvilsvsSep 12, 2023 07:06 AM
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Quote from carlson03 :
I don't have the harbor freight one, but a craftsman, but even if it was Fluke brand, I would still test it on a known live circuit.
Which is what the instructions tell you to do. But who ever reads instructions when disregarding them might kill you?
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Sep 12, 2023 07:58 AM
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ShooterMcGavin_69Sep 12, 2023 07:58 AM
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Quote from Xxxfrogg :
For the folks arguing over harbor freight one vs this, your quality arguments are valid, but this should never really be used alone and 100% trusted. This is part of 1 of 3 tools you need when wiring or doing diy. These tools are listed below and can be used to check each other. 1. Voltmeter 2. Non contact voltage tester. 3. A plug tester.

These can typically be bought relatively cheap and all in single kit.
Agreed. I use the pen as a double check, would never rely solely on it.
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SlikkuSep 12, 2023 09:08 AM
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I have a couple of brands of these, one is Harbor Freight. Hating on it for a a couple of bad reviews out of thousands doesn't seem indicate that a read of this Fluke's reviews occurred. Top 1-star review: "Works inconsistently or is not sensitive enough for general use. a lot of false negatives". You mean you bought and trust the Fluke with THAT review?. Others: "Fluke Volt Alert pen failed after less than 6 months", "Horribly inaccurate".

If you're that worried, buy a couple of brands and use one to check and the other to confirm. And also use a plug tester if you're testing a plug.
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