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177-G – Precision Tone Generator

Cat No: 177-G

Legacy UPC No: 783310079453

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177-G – Precision Tone Generator
  • Generates an easily-detectable tone to trace and identify wires.
  • A red LED is provided to indicate battery condition.
  • Variable output allows technicians to adjust signal strength to suit field conditions and improve accuracy.
  • Works with any common amplifier and exploring coil for aerial fault locating.
  • Supplies a precise 577.5Hz crystal controlled signal frequency.
  • Unit supplies talk battery to power two telephone test sets (buttsets)
  • Each of the three test leads is equipped with traditional bent nose piercing clips with "bed-of-nails" insulation piercing pins.
  • Battery-operated (1 - 6V lantern included).
Attribute Name Attribute Value
Power Requirements One 6V lantern battery
Blade Life 40 hours nominal
Transmitter Frequency 577.5Hz pulsed at 1Hz, crystal controlled
Output Voltage 0.1 to 80Vp-p
Output Signal Level 0 to +30dBm
Construction High impact ABS plastic in woven polyester case
Dimensions 7.25' x 5.5' x 4.5' in case
Weight 3lbs with battery
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