Paladin Cable TesterPaladin Tools has been a quality provider to broadcasting professionals. They have provided preparation for the cables, the termination and testing as well. They have been a leader in developing tools for datacom as well as others. They had the first in many things such as the first crimp tool that has interchangeable die sets, first cable mappers to do a test for individual conductors, a double-110 punchdown blade, and the combination RJ45/Cable TV "F" hex crimp die set. The line was expanded in 2001 with the DataShark tools for doing things for yourself regarding your home entertainment and network cables. In the year 2005, PowerPlay was launched. This is a specialized tool to help with specific needs of professionals. If you are in need of a trusted piece of equipment, then the Paladin Cable Tester is what you seek. There are some definite benefits and features of this gadget. First, it will show you where you have an open, short, cross, or good connection. Secondly, you can choose to either have a dual tone or single tone to show balance and unbalanced circuits. Next, you receive RJ45 patch cords as well as alligator clips. You also will be able to see the mapping at slow or at fast rate when you test your patch cords or you test your installed cables. Finally, you will hear a four-tone generator pattern to listen for multiple testers in a close range. It sounds like the Paladin Cable Tester would fulfill all your needs for cables. There is no question that technology has improved over the years. There are so many methodologies out there as to what works and what doesn't work. There are classes out there who will teach the proper methods. You just have to be sure you have done enough research about it to make an educated decision. When you finish your class you normally you will have an exam on the techniques used and the methodology of the teacher. Wonderful thing is Paladin Tools has had its certifications throughout the years. It is your responsibility to be sure wherever you buy your equipment from has had proper training. You will receive with your purchase of a Paladin Cable Tester a metric add-on toolkit. The toolkit has 35 pieces. It is perfect to use on any tool. It provides capability to anyone who uses the metric system as a way of measurement. The kit includes the SuperTex Roll pouch to carry the items in. It is black. It also includes an Xcelite T-handle, Nutdriver Blades, Ball End Hex Key Set, Socket Set, ¼" Drive Ratchet handle, Metric Open End Wrench Set, Metric Feeler Gauge, and Steel Rule with clip. As you can see, it is the perfect tool to carry around with you if you are in the electronic and musician line of work. So if you are in the music industry and you deal with cables and testing the equipment before a big show, then you really need to pick up a Paladin Cable Tester. That will most likely be the last tester you will ever need to buy again. |