Cabac | Power Point Tester 230V±10% | Yellow Complete
The Cabac TEL1TLV2 is a plug-in power point tester rated for 230V±10%, designed to check polarity, earth connection, incorrect wiring, and earth leakage circuit breaker trip function on domestic and commercial installations. The TEL1TLV2 simply plugs into a socket and compares neon light indicators on the front panel to a diagram printed on the unit, delivering quick fault diagnosis in seconds.
Electricians on residential and commercial jobs rely on the TEL1TLV2 for fast safety verification of power outlets before work begins. The unit identifies six wiring conditions instantly and can test RCD response with a push-button function across 10mA to 35mA ranges. Many sparkies carry one on every job site for speed and simplicity when checking multiple outlets across a new build, renovation, or compliance inspection.
The TEL1TLV2 saves time on jobsite troubleshooting by delivering a first-pass check before calling in diagnostic equipment. Apprentices, contractors, and home renovators all use it as a quick confidence check that power distribution is correctly wired. The compact and rugged design survives site conditions, and the integral 3-pin plug fits straight into any standard Australian outlet with no adapters needed. A single unit covers polarity testing, earth connection verification, and RCD trip confirmation in one affordable tool.
Features
- Polarity testing — identifies active, neutral, and earth conductor connections instantly via neon light indicators.
- Six wiring condition identification — detects correct wiring, active/neutral reverse, active/earth reverse, no neutral, live earth, and no earth conditions.
- Integral 3-pin plug — fits directly into Australian standard 230V 10A power outlets with no adapter required.
- RCD trip test function — rotary switch selects 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, or 35mA test ranges; push-button test confirms earth leakage circuit breaker response.
- Compact and portable design — weighs under 200g and fits inside a toolbox for site-to-site portability on residential and commercial jobs.
- Sealed construction with mains power — integral 3-pin plug and neon indicators operate on mains power with no external batteries required.
- Visual indicator lights — bright neon LEDs display test results clearly even in low-light conditions or noisy jobsite environments.
- Low cost for essential safety verification — affordable entry-level tester for apprentices, renovators, and contractors doing periodic power point compliance checks.
- Quick fault finding — delivers results in seconds, making it ideal for rapid diagnostics across multiple outlets on a single site visit.
- Not a substitute for loop impedance testing — confirms basic wiring and RCD trip but does not measure earth fault loop impedance or provide compliance certification alone.
Where to use
- New domestic installations — the TEL1TLV2 verifies correct polarity and earth connection on final power point circuits before handover to the building certifier.
- Renovation and pre-wire projects — electricians test outlets throughout renovation work to confirm no miswiring was introduced during the installation phase.
- Rental property compliance checks — landlords and property managers use it to confirm power outlets meet safety standards before new tenants move in.
- Home safety upgrades — homeowners verify RCD functionality on existing circuits after installing new safety switches or during periodic electrical maintenance.
- Commercial and office installations — electricians and maintenance teams test power points in open-plan fit-outs to isolate polarity issues in multi-outlet runs.
- Troubleshooting fault reports — the TEL1TLV2 narrows down outlet wiring problems before calling in specialised test equipment like a loop impedance meter.
- Apprentice and trainee use — simple operation with clear visual results makes the TEL1TLV2 ideal for teaching safe outlet testing practices on residential jobs.
The Cabac TEL1TLV2 is not rated for external walls, damp exposed locations, or weatherproof installations. Do not use the TEL1TLV2 in bathrooms, outdoor wet areas, laundries, or locations subject to splash or rain exposure.
Verified Sparky Direct customer reviews: Cabac TEL1TLV2 (TEL1TLV2)
"It works as advertised and is super easy to use." — AdrianT
"Convenient testing of both wiring polarity and trip current of related ELCB." — Steve
"Always a good reliable basic GPO tester" — Jackson