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HDE Cable and Insulation Tester: 1,500 ft Max Fault Locating Dp, 60 Hz Max Freq Measurement - High-Voltage Fault Testers
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HDE Cable and Insulation Tester: 1,500 ft Max Fault Locating Dp, 60 Hz Max Freq Measurement

The HDE Cable and Insulation Tester (model UCT-8) is a high-voltage fault tester designed for locating faults in underground cables up to 1,500 ft deep. It operates at a maximum frequency of 60 Hz and carries a CAT…

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Cable and Insulation Tester: 1,500 ft Max Fault Locating Dp, 60 Hz Max Freq Measurement
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Manufacturer Part Number
UCT-8
Type
Light
Includes
UCT-8 Underground Cable Fault Tester
CAT Safety Rating
CAT IV
Max Freq Measurement
60 Hz
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Product Description

The HDE Cable and Insulation Tester (model UCT-8) is a high-voltage fault tester designed for locating faults in underground cables up to 1,500 ft deep. It operates at a maximum frequency of 60 Hz and carries a CAT IV safety rating. The unit includes the UCT-8 Underground Cable Fault Tester.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the HDE UCT-8 cable and insulation tester used for?

The HDE UCT-8 is a high-voltage fault tester used to locate faults in underground cables up to 1,500 ft deep. It is commonly applied by utility crews and industrial electricians for troubleshooting buried power and communication lines, ensuring quick identification of cable breaks or insulation failures.

What are the specifications of the HDE UCT-8?

The HDE UCT-8 is a light-type cable and insulation tester with a maximum fault locating depth of 1,500 ft and a maximum frequency measurement of 60 Hz. It carries a CAT IV safety rating and includes the UCT-8 Underground Cable Fault Tester. The manufacturer part number is UCT-8.

Where to buy the HDE UCT-8 worldwide?

3G Electric supplies the HDE UCT-8 worldwide, handling full logistics, customs clearance, and delivery to your site. As a global industrial solutions provider, we source and deliver this cable fault tester to any country, ensuring compliance with international shipping requirements.

How to select the right HDE cable fault tester for underground cables?

Selecting the right HDE cable fault tester depends on your maximum cable depth and frequency requirements. For underground cables up to 1,500 ft and 60 Hz, the UCT-8 is suitable. Always verify the CAT safety rating (CAT IV for this model) matches your work environment to ensure operator protection.

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Common applications for HDE
Substation maintenance — HDE T200XMR-0412/K01 hot stick detector for verifying de-energized state on 4 kV to 12 kV switchgear
Overhead line work — HDE PRX-500B proximity detector for 120 V to 500 kV phase presence checks on transmission lines
Transformer testing — HDE TL-AST-M tester for open and shorted checks on distribution transformer windings
Underground cable phasing — HDE TAG-5000 detector for phase matching on 4 kV to 230 kV cable circuits
Industrial switchgear verification — HDE PRX-69D CAT II rated detector for 120 V to 69 kV low-voltage switchboards
Hot stick assembly — HDE HV-230 telescoping fiberglass stick for extending detector reach up to 30 feet in confined spaces

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3G Electric supplies HDE high-voltage fault testers. We supply genuine products with in-stock availability on common SKUs, technical documentation, commissioning support, and warranty service — worldwide.

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