วันพุธที่ 29 สิงหาคม พ.ศ. 2555

Zircon StudSensor i65 Center-Finding Stud Finder with DVD How-To Guidebest


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Rating: 3.2

List Price : $34.99 Price : $19.79
Zircon StudSensor i65 Center-Finding Stud Finder with DVD How-To Guide

Product Description

Electronic Stud Finder, Multifunction, Center-Finding, Scan Depth 1 1/2 In, Scans Drywall, Wood, Paneling, Accuracy Stud Center Within 1/8 In, Stud Edge Within 3/16 In, Wire Warning Detection Within 6 In, Battery Type (1) 9V Alkaline, Stud Center And Edge Finding Capabilities, Deep Scan Mode, AC Wire Warning, LCD Screen, Auto Recalibration, Temp Range 40 to 120 F, Includes Battery.


  • Locates the edges and center of wood or metal studs up to 1 1/2-Inch (38 mm) deep
  • Easy-to-read LCD display, audio tone and the patented spotLite pointing system indicate stud center
  • WireWarning detection indicates the presence of live, unshielded electrical wiring up to 2-Inch (51 mm) deep
  • Should scanning begin over a stud, Zircon's patented "over-the-stud" indicator alerts the user to start the scan in a new location
  • Have questions? Need more information? Call the Zircon Customer Service department at 1-800-245-9265, Monday-Friday 9am - 5pm PST. We'll be happy to help!


Zircon StudSensor i65 Center-Finding Stud Finder with DVD How-To Guide Reviews


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96 of 96 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A Few Tips for Wood Lath & Plaster Walls, December 30, 2008
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Guy Owen (Hyattsville, MD USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Zircon StudSensor i65 Center-Finding Stud Finder with DVD How-To Guide (Tools & Home Improvement)
This i65 unit from Zircon works very well, based on my experience. I have been remodeling a very old home for three years, and it included removing and working with existing wood lath with plaster walls.

Conventional wisdom says none of the modern-day Stud Sensors work with wood lath and plaster walls, and the reasons cited include...
1) The rows of wood lath can vary in thickness -- thereby, throwing off the reading depth of the sensor.
2) When plaster is applied, it is forced through the gaps in the wood lath and builds up behind the lath to lock the plaster to the wall upon drying. These varying thicknesses also throw off the accuracy of these stud sensors.

Yes, I agree with all of that on merit -- but I've used the i65 successfully after realizing a few things. First of all, many owners never bother to read the instructions, and try to use these devices too quickly. Here are a few tips that might help...
a) Set the unit flat against the wall... Read more
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48 of 49 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Works flawlessly., December 26, 2007
This review is from: Zircon StudSensor i65 Center-Finding Stud Finder with DVD How-To Guide (Tools & Home Improvement)
I was researching these things like crazy. Everytime I found a good one, there would be a review saying it sucked. I finally went into the nearby Lowes to see them in person.

Once there, I was just as lost. Then I noticed a display case Zircon had set up. They had a piece of drywall with a wooden stud behind it. Hanging below it dangled this Zircon unit begging to be tested. I ran it over the drywall and it found the stud every time. I did it at least 10 times and it gave perfect results. Even better, it shows you in 'real time' via the LCD display where the edges and center are. The LCD literally shows the stud moving across it while you slide the unit past the stud. When it reaches the center, it gives a loud beep and a red laser lights up showing you the exact center spot.

I bought it and headed home. I ran all over the house. It found studs every time. I should note my home was built in 1996 and contains smooth normal drywall and gypsum walls. I'm very... Read more
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11 of 12 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars The Price Is Right!, May 20, 2008
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This review is from: Zircon StudSensor i65 Center-Finding Stud Finder with DVD How-To Guide (Tools & Home Improvement)
I bought the i65 to see where the studs were in my wall so i could rip off the plywood (I live in a house built in about 1910 and remodeled around 1950 in a perpetually wet area, so there ain't no drywall) and repair the electrical connections to my washer and dryer. this thing is great at detecting electrical currents, which is GREAT, but when it comes to detecting studs through thick paint (or worse, plaster) covered plywood more than 3/4" thick, it's at a loss. Lucky it comes with a dvd, 'casue the instuctions suck. After watching the dvd (and cracking jokes about it and laughing the whole time)
it suggests using a thin piece of cardboard or chipboard to run the unit across while scanning. This totally works (when you use deepscan), but seems to affect accuracy. As a rough guide, it's awesome, but if you need to find a stud without destroying your wall, maybe the i500 (the model that turned me on to zircon) or a more advanced model is a better idea.
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วันจันทร์ที่ 7 พฤษภาคม พ.ศ. 2555

Zircon 59106 Deluxe Interior Finishing Kit


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Rating: 4.7

List Price : $136.80 Price : $51.31
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  • Includes DM S50 Ultrasonic Measure - Measure and calculating square footage with the click of a button
  • Includes VideoLevel - Level cabinets, countertops and shelves
  • Includes TriScanner Pro SL - Locate Metal (rebar, pipes), studs and joists behind walls, floors and ceilings. Also, detects live AC wires
  • The perfect Kit for the DIY Homeowner


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วันพุธที่ 2 พฤษภาคม พ.ศ. 2555

Zircon MultiScanner i520 Center-Finding Stud Finder with Metal and AC Electrical Scanning


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Rating: 3.9

List Price : $49.99 Price : $43.49
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Product Description

Patent pending CenterVision technology finds the stud center in 1 step. Finds the center and edges of studs and joists, finds copper pipes (and other nonferrous metal) up to 1 1 2" (38mm) deep, finds rebar (ferrous metal) in concrete up to 3" (76mm) deep,

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i520 Scanning Modes


Stud Scan mode for finding studs in drywall.


DeepScan mode for finding studs and joists in thicker walls, floors, and ceilings.


Metal Scan mode for finding pipes or other metal. Metal Scan mode can also help find studs in lath and plaster walls.


Electrical Scan mode for locating live, unshielded AC wires.



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Zircon's Top-of-the-Line Multifunction Scanner for Finding Studs, Metal, and Electrical

Our Best Scanner
The MultiScanner i520 is the most advanced wall scanner that Zircon makes. It has 4 scanning modes:

  • STUD SCAN mode locates the edges and center of wood or metal studs in normal walls up to 3/4 inch (19 mm) deep
  • DEEPSCAN mode doubles the scanning depth for walls up to 1 1/2 inches (38 mm) deep, and enables scanning for joists in some ceilings and floors
  • METAL SCAN mode detects non-ferrous metal, such as copper pipes, up to 1 1/2 inches (38 mm) deep, and ferrous metal, such as rebar, up to 3 inches (76 mm) deep
  • AC SCAN mode finds and traces live, unshielded electrical wiring up to two inches deep


In addition to the scanning modes, the i520 is packed with other original and patented features:

  • WireWarning detection indicates the presence of live, unshielded electrical wire up to 2 inches (51 mm) deep in stud and metal scanning modes. Most wires in homes are run along wall studs, causing potential safety hazards.
  • ACT (Auto Correcting Technology) automatically corrects common user errors, such as when scanning begins over a stud. The tool constantly scans its surroundings and recalibrates itself if necessary.
  • An ultra-bright LCD screen indicates direction, edges and center of studs. Makes the screen easier to see in low-light situations.
  • The display screen, SpotLite Pointing System, and audio tone all indicate the location of the target.
  • A signal strength indicator lets you distinguish between shallow and deep targets. Weak signal strength can also imply other non-stud objects, like wires and pipes.


The i520 is a perfect choice for serious users, such as home improvement hobbyists and professional contractors. Not sure if the i520 is what you need? See the grid below to decide which center-finding tool is right for you.



Which Center-Finding Stud Sensor is Right for You?

StudSensor
i65 OneStep

MultiScanner
i320 OneStep

MultiScanner
i520 OneStep
 
   


Why Zircon?

Zircon introduced the first stud finders over 25 years ago. We're a smaller, more focused company than our competitors, but thanks to our reputation for engineering and customer service, our brand dominates the stud finder market domestically and abroad. The Handyman Club of America, and their official publication, Handy Magazine, have awarded Zircon's MultiScanner i520 their seal of approval after a round of extensive member testing. The i520 earned a 9.0 (out of 10) overall rating and a whopping 99% approval rating from Handyman Club Members.



  • Locates the edges and center of wood or metal studs up to 1 1/2-Inches (38 mm) deep
  • Scans for metal and live AC wires
  • Easy-to-read LCD display, audio tone, and the patented SpotLite Pointing System indicate stud center
  • WireWarning detection indicates the presence of live, unshielded electrical wiring up to 2-Inches (51 mm) deep
  • Have questions? Need more information? Call the Zircon Customer Service department at 1-800-245-9265, Monday-Friday 9am - 5pm PST. We'll be happy to help!


Zircon MultiScanner i520 Center-Finding Stud Finder with Metal and AC Electrical Scanning Reviews


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52 of 56 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Works better than I expected, December 20, 2008
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S. Sullivan (langley, wa United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Zircon MultiScanner i520 Center-Finding Stud Finder with Metal and AC Electrical Scanning (Tools & Home Improvement)
I replaced an older scanner with this new Zircon. I researched on the Zircon site and found the videos to help me understand how the scanner works. This scanner works exactly as advertised. It is like looking into the wall. Scanning across the wall you see the edges of the stud and the unit clearly indicates the center. The electric wire sensor works well. Overall I am very impressed.
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41 of 44 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars Not that good, December 31, 2009
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Frank Yee (Danville, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Zircon MultiScanner i520 Center-Finding Stud Finder with Metal and AC Electrical Scanning (Tools & Home Improvement)
I'm not as enthusiastic about this product as some of the other reviewers. I previously used a Zircon PRO SL before it broke and I was hoping for better performance. First, I was annoyed by the large size of the device. This made it difficult to get into smaller spaces and was hard to hold with the spring loaded on/off switch. I then found that the LCD screen was very difficult to read at awkward angles. Yes, it looks great and bright straight on but when working on baseboards, the display faded to near invisibility. Finally, the calibration process now takes an extra second, which turns out to be annoying and slows you down.

For stud finding, it was no better than the very old PRO SL. There was still plenty of ambiguity with some walls (no, it's not a shear wall) but not others. The suggestion to use a piece of smooth cardboard on "rough" walls did not help to resolve the ambiguity. Sometimes just knocking on the wall and listening to the sound proved more... Read more
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24 of 25 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Great 'onestep' multi-scanner, August 24, 2009
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Background: I'm coming from using one of the those clip-on stud scanner from a cordless drill. That thing was crap as it thought it found a stud but it was an empty space. I've use old 'dumb' stud scanners before as well.

I bought this stud finder for multiple reason. Primary: I just got a LCD TV mount and wanted a real scanner. This particular scanner is a bonus in that it can also find AC signals (with load on sockets) AND metal. The last thing I needed was to drill down and find a power cable or air duct!

This scanner is great, with the graph on the display it's easy to find the center and the automatic beep with light pinpoints the center. Steps are 1. slap on wall, 2. swipe across, 3. stop when beep. On a test setup it found the stud perfectly. I was curious about the dvd it came with but it's a bit tedious to go through so after the first 10 minutes and only watching 'how to use the AC scanner' I gave up on the videos and applied the same method to the... Read more
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