Line Splitter 10x
69409 - spec sheet
Features
- Measures up to 15A with +/- 3% Accuracy
- Allows the measuring of current draw up to 15A without splitting the load's power cord
- For use with all Klein clamp meters
- Provides 10X measurement mode
- Can be used to perform voltage checks with standard multimeter probes
- For North American-style outlets only
Warnings
- Do not use if Line Splitter 10x appears damaged in any way; do not use if wet, intended for indoor use only.
- Always wear approved eye protection.
- Read, understand and follow all instructions, cautions and warnings attached to and /or packed with all test and measurement devices before each use.
- Do NOT use with current loads greater than 15A (which would be displayed as greater than 150A on a clamp meter using the Line Splitter 10x).
69409 - spec sheet
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Drop Protection:
- 3.3' (1 m)
- Overall Height:
- 4.67" (11.9 cm)
- Overall Length:
- 4.67" (11.9 cm)
- Overall Width:
- 2.28" (5.8 cm)
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Group:
- Test & Measurement
- Product Subgroup:
- Electrical Testers
- Product Height:
- 4.6700 in
- Product Weight:
- 0.2440 lbs
- Product Width:
- 2.2800 in
- Product Depth:
- 4.6700 in
- Product Type:
- Test Accessory
Klein Tools 69409 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) How do I measure amp draw on an appliance without cutting into the power cord?
The Klein Tools 69409 Line Splitter 10x does exactly that. You plug the appliance's cord into the splitter, plug the splitter into the receptacle, and clamp your meter around the splitter's loop. It reads current draw up to 15A without splitting or stripping the load's cord.
2) Will the Klein 69409 line splitter work with my clamp meter?
It is made for use with all Klein clamp meters. The jaw just has to fit around the splitter's conductor loop, and the meter reads the current the splitter passes through it.
3) What does the 10x mode on the 69409 actually do, and how do I read it?
The 10x mode multiplies the signal by ten so small currents are readable on a clamp meter that would otherwise be too coarse at low amps. Divide the meter reading by 10 to get the true current. A 2A load shows as 20A. That also means the 15A ceiling displays as 150A on the meter, so anything above that reading is past the tool's limit.
4) Can I use the 69409 line splitter on a 20A circuit or a large motor load?
No. The limit is 15A of load current, and Klein warns against using it with anything greater. A 20A receptacle is fine as the source, but the device you're measuring must draw 15A or less. For bigger loads, clamp the branch conductor at the panel instead.
5) Does the Klein 69409 fit European or non-North American outlets?
No. It's built for North American style outlets only, so it won't mate with Schuko, UK, or Australian plugs and receptacles.
6) How accurate is the current reading through the 69409 line splitter?
Accuracy is +/- 3% up to 15A. That's fine for verifying a motor's running amps or confirming a receptacle load, but it's not a revenue-grade measurement.
7) Can I check voltage with the 69409, or only current?
Both. Besides passing current through for the clamp meter, it accepts standard multimeter probes for voltage checks, so you can confirm line voltage at the same point you're reading amps without a second adapter.
8) Is the Klein line splitter 10x rated for outdoor or wet service calls?
Indoor use only. Klein states it should not be used if wet, and not at all if the housing looks damaged. Keep it out of rooftop units, wet mechanical rooms, and exterior receptacles.
9) Will the 69409 survive being dropped off a ladder, and how much room does it take in a pouch?
It's rated for drops from 3.3 feet (1 m). The body measures 4.67 x 2.28 inches and weighs 0.244 lbs, so it rides in a meter pouch alongside the clamp meter without much notice.
10) What is the exact part number for the Klein line splitter so I can order the right one?
Klein Tools model 69409, the Line Splitter 10x. It's a single-model item, so there are no finish or size options to pick.
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