Bosch Voltage Tester GVD1000-15 Non Contact Pen (1000V AC CAT IV 1000V Continuous Self Test Live Wire Audio Visual Detector Sensor Tool)
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Bosch PRO GVD1000-15 Non-Contact Voltage Tester Pen CAT IV 1000V
The Bosch PRO GVD1000-15 Non-Contact Voltage Tester Pen operates as a frontline electrical safety and diagnostic instrument engineered to detect live AC voltage up to 1,000V across outlets, terminals, switches, and distribution panels without direct metal contact. Powered by an internal electromagnetic NCV induction sensor, this 0.245-pound tester pen features an automatic continuous self-test circuit that verifies system functionality before and during operation. Built with a TPE-reinforced overmolded housing and certified to CAT IV 1000V safety standards, this compact sensor tool utilizes dual audio-visual alerts—including a loud acoustic alarm and green/red color-coded LED cues—to isolate live electrical potential inside commercial junction boxes and high-energy sub-panels.
Best Used For:
- Live Circuit & Breaker Verification: Checking AC potential up to 1,000V across commercial breaker panels, disconnect switches, and wall outlets prior to servicing.
- Conductor & Junction Box Troubleshooting: Tracing live wire runs and identifying energized terminals inside crowded electrical junction boxes without stripping wire insulation.
- High-Energy Utility Feed Inspections: Performing quick, non-invasive voltage checks on primary service entrances and industrial distribution systems under CAT IV 1000V safety environments.
Key Performance & Safety Features
- Continuous Automatic Self-Test Circuit: Runs internal functional checks continuously before and during testing to ensure sensor accuracy and user safety.
- Dual Audio-Visual Notification System: Combines a loud high-volume acoustic alarm with vivid LED indicators (Green = Safe, Red = Live Voltage Detected).
- CAT IV 1000V Certified Safety Rating: Rigorously tested and certified to withstand extreme electrical surges in primary utility feeds and industrial sub-panels.
- TPE-Reinforced Overmolded Housing: Thermoplastic elastomer chassis with a non-slip rubber grip offers superior drop resistance and jobsite impact protection.
- Electromagnetic NCV Induction Sensor: High-sensitivity non-contact induction tip detects AC voltage through wire insulation without touching live conductors.
- Slim Pen Profile with Heavy-Duty Pocket Clip: Lightweight, ergonomic pen layout slides easily into shirt or tool belt pockets for rapid diagnostic access.
What's Included
- (1) Bosch GVD1000-15 Non-Contact Voltage Tester Pen
- (2) Standard AAA Alkaline Batteries
Technical Specifications
| Brand Manufacturer | Bosch |
| Model Designation SKU | GVD1000-15 |
| Maximum AC Voltage Detection | 1,000 V AC |
| Safety Classification Rating | CAT IV 1,000 V Certified |
| Non-Contact Sensor Technology | Electromagnetic NCV Induction Sensor |
| Self-Test Protocol | Continuous Automatic Internal Verification |
| Visual Alert System | Color-Coded Dual-LED (Green = Safe / Red = Live) |
| Acoustic Alert System | High-Volume Audio Alarm Beeper |
| Housing Construction Material | TPE-Reinforced with Ergonomic Rubber Grip |
| Tool Structural Height | 2.3 in. (58.4 mm) |
| Net Dry Tool Weight | 0.245 lbs. (3.92 oz.) |
| Assembled Package Weight | 0.25 lbs. (4.0 oz.) |
| Power Source Supply | (2) AAA Alkaline Batteries (Included) |
| Standard Warranty Period | 1-Year Limited (Expandable to 2-Year with Registration) |
Pro-Tip: Always observe the green LED indicator before touching any wire or breaker terminal. The steady green light confirms that the GVD1000-15 internal batteries are charged and the automatic self-test circuit is actively functioning, ensuring that a lack of red light truly indicates a dead circuit rather than a powered-off tester.
