Snap Shot™ Fault Finding / Cable Length Measurement Tool
All of Your Cable Testing Needs Solved

What's special about this cable tester/measurer?
- Traces cable length or distance to fault from one end
- Able to measure cable distance on a spool, no need to unravel
- Internal memory can store most used NVP (Nominal Velocity of Propagation) values for easy recalling
- Easy cable tracing and identification through the built-in tone generator
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The Snap Shot™ Cable Fault Finder and Measurer is a perfect tool for installers of electrical, data, voice and video cabling systems. Its ability to test every type of cable in the industry makes it essential for all cabling fields. The Snap Shot™ works in all wire environments and has immunity to voltage, current, or data stream disruptions to show you the true picture of your cabling.
- Loop test for continuity testing
- Large LCD display makes it easier to read
- Auto-OFF feature saves battery power
- Tone generator produces four different tones that help locate cables
- Made in the USA
Dimensions | 17.3 x 8.0 x 3.3 cm (6.8 x 3.15 x 1.3 inches) |
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Weight | 340 grams (12.0 oz.) with battery |
Input Protection | To 400 volts peak 50/60 Hz AC or DC |
Voltage Warning | At maximum of Safety Extra Low Voltage limits (60V peak AC or DC) Measurement continues while warning is displayed |
Measurement Method | Spread Spectrum Time Domain Reflectometry (SSTDR) |
NVP (VOP) Range | 20.0 to 99.9% |
NVP Accuracy Range | ±1% with known NVP and consistent cable parameters |
Maximum Length | 3,000 ft on cables with low attenuation |
Common Cable Length Ranges | Coaxial Cable: 0 to 2,000 feet Data Cable: 0 to 1,500 feet Electrical Cable: 0 to 1,000 feet |
Tone Generation | 4 selectable tone cadences centered on 1 kHz Constant output amplitude of 3 Vp-p |
Power | 4 AA alkaline batteries Standby: 4 years Active: 15 hours average |
Battery Low Level | Approximately 4 volts |
Environment | |
Operating Temperature | 0° to 50°C (32° to 122°F) |
Storage Temperature | -20° to 60°C (-4° to 140°F) |
Humidity | 10% to 90%, non-condensing |
Altitude | 3,050 meters (10,000 ft) maximum |
Compliance | CE Complies with Conformité Européenne directives. |
Warranty | 1 year - see product for details |
MANUALS & USER GUIDES -
- SnapShot™ User Manual (PDF)
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