I'm surprised this Extech TL809 Electronic Test Lead Kit (made in China) hasn't received a flood of positive reviews. This is good stuff, people. Even more so considering the currently low price.
The kit comes with a thick tri-fold canvas pouch (black) with three clear vinyl interior pockets, all secured with Velcro-style hook & loop. Inside those pockets are modular components consisting of two roughly 50" (package says 42") lead extensions with banana plug-style connectors (any probe accepting a banana plug should fit these cables), four small caps (removed during use) to protect the lead connectors, two fine point test probes with surrounding banana plugs, two 1" insulated alligator clips, and two plunger-style mini-hooks with 6" cable (extra cable reduces weight on the small wire hooks). Each set of two are coded in red & black.
Those lead extensions plug into the multimeter, while the various probes, clips, or hooks plug into the lead extensions. This modular design allows probe tips to be changed very easily, while also slightly reducing wear & tear on the multimeter (how often cables are plugged in).
The tri-fold pouch, when folded, very roughly measures 7 1/4 wide, 4 1/2 tall, and 1 1/2 thick (depending on how much is stuffed inside). The pouch spreads out to almost 17" opened. There's easily enough room inside for the original multimeter probes (with small accessories you might have) and all items included with this kit. There's a windowed business card / ID card pocket on the back of the pouch.
Everything, from the pouch to the leads, seems to be made very well. No poor sewing or loose threads on the pouch. Electrical connections (plugs) are smooth and firm. And the cables are every bit as thick & flexible as those included with my Fluke 115 multimeter. Of course, all fit and worked perfectly with that Fluke multimeter. Considering the price of Fluke probes and probe accessories (seemingly no better), this is an exceptional deal.
| Manufacturer | Extech |
|---|---|
| Part Number | TL809 |
| Item Weight | 0.704 ounces |
| Product Dimensions | 4.2 x 0.7 x 6.5 inches |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Item model number | TL809 |
| Batteries | 1 Product Specific batteries required. |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Size | TL809: Electronic |
| Color | Black |
| Style | TL809 |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Number Of Pieces | 1 |
| Included Components | Two 42" (1m) PVC lead extensions with shrouded banana plugs at both ends, Two modular 4" (102mm) Heavy Duty test probe handles with 0.16" (4mm) banana plug tip, Two plunger mini-hooks, Two alligator clips with removable insulators Includes 3-compartment sealable nylon pouch to organize/protect your test leads |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Warranty Description | Six month conditional warranty for probes, electrodes and sensors. This warranty does not apply to defects resulting from action of the user such as misuse, improper wiring, operation outside of specification, improper maintenance or repair, or unauthorized modification. |
