Recommend a cable tester?

xlt92explorer

xlt92explorer

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So my old cable tester ($20 cheapie from Newegg) gave up the ghost today. I'm looking for a little bit better quality replacement, wondered if anyone had any recommendations. I would love to have a $1500+ Fluke, but I don't use it enough for that to be necessary or practical. I'd like to stay in the sub-$100 range, but could spend a bit more if it's worth it.

The Fluke Micromapper seems to fit in my price range, is that a decent option or is there better out there for the money?

Any suggestions are appreciated!
 
I use a Fluke CableIQ which is outside your stated budget. I'd use the built-in cable tester on most newer computers if budget were an issue.
 
Get a Tempo 468 and 200EP-G, ultra reliable and really loud amp. They used to be branded Progressive instead of Tempo...
 
schnell said:
what features are you looking for?
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Mostly just looking for Cat 5/5e/6 wiremap and tone generation. Love to have the additional features of a better tester but I just can't justify the cost. Coax, while I don't use it much, is a nice extra. I'll check out that unit you linked - I assume that it does not come with the toning probe.

I'll also check out those Tempo/Progressive units. They look similar to what one of my coworkers has and he seems pleased with it.
 
there are 2 versions. I use the one with the included toning probe. part #ID-33-866
 
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