Ideal Industries 61-946, SureTrace™ Circuit Tracer
FOR ALL ORDERS OUTSIDE CANADA, CUSTOMERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY IMPORT DUTIES, TARIFFS, TAXES, AND CUSTOMS FEES THAT MAY APPLY TO THEIR ORDERS.
Couldn't load pickup availability
Use this text to encourage communication or promote sharing on social networks.
The IDEAL® SureTrace™ Circuit Tracer is your ultimate troubleshooting solution for detecting breakers, conductors, and faults in all electrical systems, including 3-Phase. This innovative tool turns locating breakers and fuses into an easy, one-person job thanks to its advanced CertainCircuit™ technology. It effortlessly traces conductors hidden in walls, ceilings, and floors, and pinpoints wiring issues like dead shorts, opens, and splice errors. With an easy-to-read backlit display, and convenient features including over-molded industrial grip, built-in kickstand, and CAT III 480V rating, this tracer ensures you work with accuracy and efficiency. SureTrace is your fast, reliable tool for circuit troubleshooting on both energized and de-energized systems. The SureTrace Circuit Tracer was recognized as one of the “Best Hand Tools” in the 2025 Popular Mechanics Tool Awards.
- RELIABLE TRACING: Detect breakers and fuses, conductors in walls, ceilings, and floors, dead shorts, opens, and splice errors (shared neutrals) with speed and accuracy
- SYSTEM COMPATIBILITY: ETL Certified CAT III for use in all electrical systems up to 480V AC/DC, including 3-phase, energized and de-energized
- PRECISE PERFORMANCE: Four sensitivity levels on the receiver permit easy fine-tuning to detect transmitted signals through different materials, including drywall, cement block, and underground
- ONE-PERSON TRACING: CertainCircuit technology turns tracing into a one-person job by visibly indicating when the correct circuit has been deenergized at the panel and at the other end of the circuit
- BACKLIT DISPLAY: Easily trace circuits and find breakers in low-light conditions using the selectable backlit display
- DURABLE DESIGN: Overmolded industrial design withstands the toughest jobsite conditions, enhancing grip and providing drop protection up to 6.6 feet (2 m)
- USER-FRIENDLY FEATURES: Receiver displays analog and digital signal strength, sensitivity level, battery level, and includes a mute button to silence audible indications when working in noise-sensitive areas
- HANDS-FREE OPERATION: Transmit signals hands-free with a convenient magnetic hook strap (sold separately) and integrated kickstand
- 3D INSTRUCTIONS: 3D interactive instructions on tracer usage in different scenarios are available through a free downloadable app
- PACKAGE INCLUDES: SureTrace™ transmitter and receiver, outlet plug adapter (hot and neutral), 2 blade prongs (hot and neutral, one pair), ground prong, 2 alligator clips, 2 three-foot lead adapters, compact soft case, instruction manual, and 10 AA batteries
| Color | Black, Yellow |
| Data Hold |
No |
| GFCI Test |
No
|
| Diode Test | No |
| Auto Ranging | No |
| Battery Size | 10 x AA |
| Auto Power Off | Yes |
| Backlit Display | Yes |
| Drop Protection | 2 m |
| Dual LCD Display | No |
| CAT Safety Rating | CAT III 480 V |
| Audible Continuity | Yes |
| Built-in Flashlight | No |
| IP Rating |
N/A
|
| Test Leads Included |
Yes
|
| DC Polarity Indicator | No |
| Low battery Indication |
Yes |
| Minimum/Maximum Memory | No |
| Non-Contact Voltage Test | No |
| Warranty | Limited 2 Year |