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Klein Tools is the result of one of those “happy accidents” that turn out to be revolutionary. Klein Tools famously got their start in 1857 when a linesman came to founder Matthias Klein to repair his broken pliers. Klein replaced the broken half and when the old half of the tool broke too, Klein forged a replacement for that, thus making the first Klein Linesman pliers. Since these humble beginnings, Klein Tools has grown and become one of the largest American made toolmakers and they’re a brand used by tradesmen, linesman and electricians all across America.

Klein Tools Receptacle Testers are designed to detect the most common wiring problems in standard and GFCI receptacles. A convenient chart on the tester helps determine wiring condition in outlet,...

Klein Tools Multimeter Test Kit contains Cat. No. MM300 (Manual-Ranging Digital Multimeter), Cat. No. NCVT1P (Non-Contact Voltage Tester) and Cat. No. RT105 (Receptacle Tester). The...

The new Klein Tools’ ET20 Borescope can be quickly connected to your smartphone via the built-in WiFi signal, turning the smartphone in your pocket into a smart tool. Install the compatible...

The Klein Tools ET310 Circuit Breaker Finder with Integrated GFCI Outlet Tester is a digital circuit breaker finder used to locate the correct circuit breaker in a panel to which an electrical outlet...

The RT250 from Klein is an electrical receptacle tester that tests the wiring conditions at an electrical outlet and inspects GFCI devices. The LCD displays the voltage, identifies the wiring fault, and the time required to trip a GFCI device. It is designated for use with North American 3-wire 120V electrical outlets.

That"s not the same thing, and you know it. Klein is a US company that has a long history in producing products for electricians and people who work with electricity. Unlike some generic knock-off brand from China, if somebody gets hurt due to a malfunctioning Klein NCV tester or malfunctioning multimeter, then Klein can be sued. If one of those generic brands from China fails and somebody get seriously hurt... good luck getting any financial recourse.

Made in China by a well-respected brand, and a generic Chinese knock-off brand are not the same thing. It"s not to say that there aren"t any quality Chinese brand electrical products, but it"s much harder for the avg consumer to know which brand is good and which one is not. When this entire Klein kit, with case, is only $28, then why bother with some generic brand like "Zotek?"

The Klein GFCI Receptacle Tester detects common wiring problems, displays voltage, and inspects GFCIs. It’s small, handy, and with its LCD screen, convenient and simple to take a reading from quickly.

The RT250 was designed with unique features to make testing electrical outlets safer and easier. The RT250 features auto-hold, which keeps the reading on the screen so that users can remove the tester to view the display. This saves time and effort when working with receptacles in orientations with limited sightlines. An additional safety test includes the amount of time to trip a GFCI device, a feature not often found in GFCI testers at this price point.Sabrina Kalsi, product manager at Klein Tools

The Klein GFCI Receptacle Tester takes testing 120V outlets to the next level of simplicity. It starts with the LCD readout. We don’t often see these on ground fault or socket testers. It shows the time required to trip a GFCI device and it detects and identifies common wiring faults. The tool even includes Klein’s patent-pending detection of Open Neutral/Open Ground wiring faults.

The auto-hold feature on the Klein RT250 seems really helpful, particularly for those of us with questionable eyesight or with backs that don’t like to spend a lot of time bent over.

The Klein GFCI Receptacle Tester has a CAT II 135V safety rating for use on 3-wire, North American 120V electrical outlets. It also features drop protection that keeps it ticking even after taking a spill from up to 6.6 feet high.

The Klein GFCI Receptacle Tester is available from any number of retailers, both in-store and online. You can pick it up for $19.97, and it comes with a 2-year warranty. It looks like an easy-to-justify purchase and seems just as appropriate for homeowners as it does for Pros who want a quick testing tool in their bag.