Klein Tools VDV501-815 VDV Ranger TDR Kit

The high-tech Ranger TDR Kit accurately traces and identifies cables, measures cable length, and locates faults in addition to simplifying inventory, estimates and billing jobs. With the time domain reflectometry spread spectrum technology (TDR-SS), the Ranger TDR Kit eliminates measuring interference and provides accurate readings up to ±1% and ±3 feet. With one tool, professionals can confidently determine the status of each wire in a data, power or communications/video system

Ranger™ TDR Kit versus Scout® Pro LT Tester: Although VDV Scout Pro LT measures length too, Ranger’s new technology has superior accuracy. The difference in accuracy (1% + 3 ft. vs. 5% + 1 ft.) can be huge to a tradesman depending on the type of job. For instance, if an electrician determines a fault in a 1,000 foot cable run, it could be the difference between dismantling a 13 foot area vs. a 51 foot area of ceiling tile. Between labor costs and time, this would have a large impact on the job. The VDV Scout Pro LT has additional features not in the Ranger to create an all-encompassing tester for a variety of tasks. The Ranger, on the other hand, is very precise and needed for specific types of jobs when accuracy is of the utmost importance.

Value Proposition: Distributors – Offers an exclusive (in electrical distribution channel) higher-end TDR length/fault finder tester with a larger profit margin. This product includes the #1 end-user requested feature: cable length measurement. End User – VDV technicians and electricians can purchase an all-in-one tool with the newest technology for testing and measuring cables, providing the highest accuracy and the most environment options available at an affordable price.