Fluke Networks or Ideal Networks

RDB85 · Jul 22, 2022

I’m looking to upgrade my Cat5e tester and buy a decent brand. The cheap ones are hopeless. You do get what you pay for unfortunately.

I’ve seen a few people use these..

VDV II PRO (Not Cloud Connected) - TREND Networks

This is a renewed tester. Includes a new battery, the latest software and complete kit contents. Picture shown is for illustration purposes only. 12 months warranty on parts and labour. Warranty does not cover accidental damage.

www.trend-networks.com

Or a Fluke Microscanner2

Fluke Networks MS2-TTK Network Tester RJ11, RJ45 | RS

uk.rs-online.com

I’ve found a use one on eBay that looks in excellent condition. Any advice would be great.

timhoward · Jul 22, 2022

I've got one of these and think it's the dog's .........

Pockethernet

Pockethernet Ethernet Cable and Network Tester

pockethernet.com

Not cheap.

It not only checks the cable is theoretically ok, it checks it actually works using the real protocols.
It depends how much you do this kind of work as to whether it's worth it.

jozefbehr · Sep 8, 2022

Sorry friend i have no idea about this ..

davesparks · Sep 8, 2022

What level of testing do you need to be able to carry out?

Is this for day to day basic testing to check for mis-wires, shorts etc or are you looking for full certification testing?

RDB85 · Sep 8, 2022

davesparks said:
What level of testing do you need to be able to carry out?

Is this for day to day basic testing to check for mis-wires, shorts etc or are you looking for full certification testing?

It’s just basic testing, shorts etc obviously Poe is handy too. I’ve got a cheap basic 8 light tester but it’s hopeless