IDEAL Electrical 61-164 SureTest Circuit Analyzer, CATIII 300V AC,Yellow, 6.4 in. x 3 in. x 1.4 in.

I am not an Electrical Engineer nor Electrician, however do have a degree in "General Engineering" from supposedly an "equivalent" to "Ivy League" Institution of Higher Education! I attempted to get another degree in Electrical Engineering after my "service" in the never ending "Global War On Terror" however due to the "awesome" US DVA and injuries sustained, etc... was not able to complete! That being said I have known for a very long time that "things" were not quite right with "utility" services in my "location" on the "eastern Shore" of Mobile Bay, Alabama. After reading "Electrical Troubleshooting Meters 101 For Commercial and Industrial Maintenance Personnel"- Kindle Edition by L.W. Brittian (Author) (at Amazon https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005NU61HS/ref=oh_aui_d_detailpage_o01_?ie=UTF8&psc=1 ) I decided to purchase this piece of equipment, which Mr. Brittian, discusses a "similar model" (understand model he discusses no longer in production IAW internet) in-depth in his book, above! Well, I received this device, and after reading instructions decided to try it out. I was in fact shocked and appalled at what I discovered!?!? (see attached photo's of device "In-Action!") I did as per instruction's in manual and "attempted" to contact my "local" power company- really did not do much good, as far as I can tell yet (see photo's)????? Furthermore, IAW the "Quick Reference Sheet" that comes with device, under "Test #5: Line Impedance's", "IEEE states the ground impedance should be .25 (Ohms) or less for sensitive electronic equipment to operate properly!" (see attached presentation/photo's!) This, might very well explain, in large part, I have gone through more "electronic" devices in this area, since my arrival over a decade ago, than anywhere in world, to include combat the US Military sent me! Furthermore, IAW "Code Check Electrical: An Illustrated Guide to Wiring a Safe House" - Spiral-bound – June 24, 2014 by Redwood Kardon (Author), Douglas Hansen (Author), Paddy Morrissey (Illustrator) (at Amazon https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1621137783/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1) a lot of things this area are simply not correct, external to my and othr's residence's, if this work is in fact correct on whole host of topics. (see attached photos/ presentation) Additionally, I purchased "Sperry Instruments GFI6302 GFCI Outlet / Receptacle Tester, Standard 120V AC Outlets, 7 Visual Indication / Wiring Legend, Home & Professional Use, Yellow & Black " at Amazon https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000RUL2UU/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1 ! This is a good indicator, to see if outlets need further testing with other devices such as this one! Also, handy, and highly user friendly is "Wiring 1-2-3 (Home Depot ... 1-2-3) Hardcover" – January 15, 2001 by Home Depot Books (Author), Catherine Staub (Editor) (at Amazon https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/069621184X/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1) which explains a whole host of things like wire gauge etc.... For those interested in becoming electrical engineer's I would recommend "NOW 2 kNOW Electro-Magnetic Fields"- Paperback – September 22, 2012 by Dr. T G D'Alberto (Author) (at Amazon https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0988205416/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1) as it shows the level of "mathematics" one must achieve proficiency in to "attain" this status or degree! As matter of fact, while attempting this degree myself, my professor's told me most Electrical Engineer's are in fact "accomplished" mathematicians in their own right! However, this requires "quite" a good long/ short-term and "working" memory! Anyway, I would highly recommend this "circuit analyzer" to anyone purchasing a new or "older" home to test the "outlet's) as is highly recommended prior to either purchasing or "accepting" delivery of a "newly built" home....! This way, hopefully one will not be "raising" their fist in the air- which is a symbol of "quite" a bit, like a statue in Belgium representing "Flemish" struggle independence.

this is a very tester thank.

I've owned several SureTest testers and this one works great. The ability to test for bootleg grounds was a must for me and this tester delivers. The only downside for me is the plug extension which is too short and because of the rigidity of the material, it cracked after only a couple months of use and the ground prong broke off.

I'm impressed with what it does and how it does it. It is a useful tool that could resolve problems

We needed something to test just over 300 receptacles and provide basic circuit analysis. Another facility had a fire, now everybody is CYA. Easily proved circuit integrity and suitability for use. Just because we would comeback and test the same receptacle as a control to look for variance against an assumed correct configuration. There was good agreement and consistency. For the information we needed this device did just what we wanted.

Used it only one time and smell like burn out, report it for warranty replacement, contact the company through their web page, filled up the online complain and never answer back my email.

Someone installed grounded outlets on ungrounded wiring in our 1960s house. This device helped us identify the affected outlets. Most things in the house were ungrounded. We also found some false grounds and reverse polarity. Based on what we found, we had licensed electricians ground all of the outlets, lights, switches. It was an expensive project, so used this to check their work on the outlets, which was an added level of comfort for us as consumers. I would highly recommend this for consumers with older homes!

So much better than a $50 gfic tester. Actually finding more boot leg grounds during my inspections

Nice test unit to show clients what’s going on

Good unit works good from an electrician view ,only thing I would say I’m not impressed with is the sticker on the back with model number and no CSA visible should not be sold in Canada

Great tool. So happy to finally have it. Arrived fast and was packed nicely.