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Finding a wall stud behind sheet rock or paneling used to be a hit and miss routine, but the new Zircon stud finders have taken the "miss" out of the equation. Zircon's i700 MultiScanner OneStep not only locates the wood or metal studs but the i700 scanner also finds the exact center of the stud and will warn the user if there are "hot" AC electrical wires in or near the stud and even wiring that is incased in plastic conduit. Added features include auto recalibration to insure accuracy, a large backlit LCD floating display head to prevent tilting and non-marring pads to protect the wall's finish.

Included are an "integrated erasable marker for one-hand operation" and a setting that allows the user to search exclusively for metal pipes. The "auto on" feature of the i700 automatically powers up when the unit is pressed against the wall's surface and the dual SpotLite feature and auto signal will indicate the exact center of the stud even when working in low light conditions. Use the i700 to hang cabinets, pictures, mirrors, and shelves or to install ceiling fans, grab bars, and chandeliers. You can also use the i700 to locate metal pipes behind tile or in concrete or to find conduit, rebar, electrical boxes, exhaust vents, and ducting. An important safety feature of the i700 is its ability to continuously locate and trace hot wires behind walls, floors, and ceilings. --D. Barnett