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Greenlee 540-12 Short Fishstix Kit

Greenlee Professional Fish Stick Kit 1/4" x 12' with Bullet and J Hook Tips

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Greenlee Professional Fish Stick Kit 1/4" x 12' with Bullet and J Hook Tips

Professional Cable Fishing System for Electrical Installation

The Greenlee Professional Fish Stick Kit delivers reliable cable fishing performance for electrical contractors and technicians. This 1/4" x 12' fiberglass system features highly visible green rods with 200 lb maximum pulling strength, designed for threading cables through walls, ceilings, and raised floors. The kit includes bullet and J hook nose tips for versatile fishing applications and professional installation efficiency.

Professional Features & Benefits

  • 1/4" Fiberglass Construction: Provides optimal rigidity when connecting multiple sections for extended reach and reliable performance in demanding installations.
  • 200 lb Maximum Pulling Strength: Delivers professional-grade tensile capacity for handling various cable bundles and wire configurations safely.
  • Highly Visible Green Color: Ensures easy identification and tracking when working above ceilings, down walls, or under raised floors in low-light conditions.
  • Threaded Connection System: Allows secure joining of multiple sections for extended fishing distances and professional installation flexibility.
  • Dual Nose Tip Configuration: Includes both bullet and J hook tips to accommodate different wire bundles and fishing scenarios for versatile applications.
  • 6-1/2" Minimum Bend Radius: Provides excellent maneuverability around obstacles while maintaining structural integrity during cable fishing operations.
  • 3-Section Design: Offers modular configuration with 4 ft sections for customizable length and convenient storage and transport.

Technical Specifications

  • Accessory: 10497 Hook Nose Tip, 10498 Bullet Nose Tip, 11426 Whisk Nose Tip
  • Includes: Bullet And ''J'' Hook Nose Tips
  • Minimum Bend Radius: 6-1/2 IN (165.000 MM)
  • Product Color: Green
  • Product Diameter: 1/4 IN (6.400 MM)
  • Product Size: 1/4" x 12' (6.4 mm x 3.6 m)
  • Replacement Part: 11583G 1/4 IN X 4 FT Fish Stix Section, 11584 1/4 IN X 6 FT Fish Stix Section, 12920 3/16 IN X 20 I
  • Section Length: 4.000 FT (1.200 M)
  • Sections: 3
  • Tensile Strength: 200.000 LB (0.900 KN) Maximum Pulling Strength

Professional Applications

  • Residential Electrical Installation
  • Commercial Building Wiring
  • Industrial Facility Maintenance
  • Telecommunications Cable Routing
  • Data Center Infrastructure
  • Retrofit and Renovation Projects
  • Emergency Service and Repair

Why Choose Greenlee Quality?

Greenlee delivers professional-grade reliability with this fiberglass fish stick system, featuring durable construction and precision-engineered components. The 200 lb tensile strength and 6-1/2" minimum bend radius ensure dependable performance in demanding electrical installation environments, backed by Greenlee's commitment to professional tool excellence.

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Accessory:
10497 Hook Nose Tip, 10498 Bullet Nose Tip, 11426 Whisk Nose Tip
Includes:
Bullet And ''J'' Hook Nose Tips
Minimum Bend Radius:
6-1/2 IN (165.000 MM)
Product Color:
Green
Product Diameter:
1/4 IN (6.400 MM)
Product Size:
1/4" x 12' (6.4 mm x 3.6 m)
Replacement Part:
11583G 1/4 IN X 4 FT Fish Stix Section, 11584 1/4 IN X 6 FT Fish Stix Section, 12920 3/16 IN X 20 I
Section Length:
4.000 FT (1.200 M)
Sections:
3
Tensile Strength:
200.000 LB (0.900 KN) Maximum Pulling Strength

Greenlee 540-12 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) How far can the Greenlee 540-12 fish stick reach, and can I add more length?
The 540-12 Fishstix kit gives 12 feet of reach, made up of three 4 ft sections of 1/4 inch fiberglass rod that thread together. Because the connection is threaded, you can extend past 12 feet by adding sections: Greenlee lists the 11583G 1/4 IN x 4 FT and the 11584 1/4 IN x 6 FT Fish Stix sections as replacement/add-on rods in the same 1/4 inch size, so they thread onto what you already have. Broken down into 4 ft pieces it fits a bag or a van bin rather than riding loose in the truck.
2) How much wire can I pull with a 1/4 inch fiberglass fish stick without snapping it?
The 540-12 Fishstix rod is rated at 200 lb maximum pulling strength (0.9 kN). That covers normal branch-circuit and low-voltage work: a few THHN conductors, a bundle of Cat6, a coax drop. It is a fishing rod for getting a pull string or a light bundle across a cavity, not a pulling rope. If you are dragging heavy feeder or a big bundle through conduit, push a string with the rod and pull the cable with rope.
3) Will a Greenlee Fishstix rod bend around a corner inside a wall, or do I need something more flexible?
Minimum bend radius on the 1/4 inch Fishstix rod is 6-1/2 inches (165 mm). That is the tightest arc it will take without damage, so it will curve over a top plate or ease around a stud bay, but it will not turn a sharp 90 into a box or follow a tight conduit elbow. The 1/4 inch fiberglass is chosen for rigidity so it pushes straight over a long run; for tight turns you want a smaller diameter rod or a steel fish tape instead.
4) What tips come with the Greenlee 540-12 kit, and which one do I use for what?
Two tips ship with it: a bullet nose and a "J" hook nose. The bullet threads on to give a smooth blunt end for pushing the rod through insulation, cavities and above ceilings without snagging. The J hook is for retrieving, hooking an existing wire, a pull string, or a bundle so you can drag it back. Greenlee also offers the 11426 Whisk nose tip as an accessory, which is what you add when you are sweeping a raised floor or ceiling space to catch a cable you cannot see. Tip part numbers if you need replacements: 10498 bullet, 10497 hook.
5) Is a 12 ft sectional fish stick the right tool for above-ceiling drops, or should I use a fish tape?
Sectional fiberglass rods and fish tape solve different problems. A rod pushes: the 1/4 inch Fishstix is stiff enough that with sections joined you can drive it across an open ceiling grid, down a wall cavity, or under a raised floor and steer it to where you want it. Tape is flexible and belongs in conduit, where something has to snake around bends. So for the ceiling-void and wall-cavity drops that make up most low-voltage and branch work, the 540-12 is the right pick. For a long conduit run with multiple elbows, the 6-1/2 inch minimum bend radius on this rod rules it out.
6) One of my fish stick sections is cracked. Can I buy a single replacement rod instead of a whole new kit?
Yes. Individual 1/4 inch Fishstix sections are sold separately: the 11583G is a 1/4 IN x 4 FT section, which is the same length as the three sections in the 540-12 kit, and the 11584 is a 1/4 IN x 6 FT section if you want to lengthen your reach at the same time. Tips are replaceable too, 10498 for the bullet and 10497 for the hook.
7) Can I see a fiberglass fish rod above a ceiling tile or in a dark wall cavity?
The Fishstix rods are green, which is the point of the color choice: you are usually looking for the tip from the far end of a dark ceiling void or through a small access hole, and a bright rod is far easier to spot than a dull one. Pair it with the J hook tip when you need a second person to grab it.
8) What is the exact Greenlee part number for the short Fishstix kit with both tips?
Greenlee 540-12. It is the Short Fishstix kit: 1/4 inch diameter, 12 feet total in three 4 ft threaded sections, supplied with the bullet and "J" hook nose tips.
How fast can I get the Greenlee 540-12 delivered?
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Can I return it if it doesn’t work for me?
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Does the Greenlee 540-12 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Greenlee 540-12 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty. For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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