General Tools & Instruments Introduces New SeekerTM Line of affordable, hand-held specialty instruments

(New York) - General Tools & Instruments, the leading supplier of specialty hand tools and electronic test instruments, proudly announces the launch of its SeekerTM Series of affordable, hand-held specialty instruments designed for professional, home and/or recreational use. The low cost SeekerTM Series consists of hand-held video camera scopes for remote visual inspection, as well as palm-size instruments for the measurement and detection of environmental factors affecting personal comfort and safety. These include the measurement of temperature, humidity, airflow, and for the detection of moisture, combustible gases and approaching lightning.

Visual Inspection:
The SeekerTM Video Inspection Systems (Models DSC200, DSC300, DSC400 and DCS495) are a line of low-cost video camera scopes that are highly versatile for the visual inspection of areas inaccessible to regular visual inspection. See inside, around, behind, underneath, above, and between walls, machinery and objects that are obscure to the human eye.  These light weight, handheld units are highly applicable to a wide variety of remote inspection tasks including: finding leaks, corrosion, mold, and infestation inside walls before any demolition needs to occur; for inspecting hidden electrical wire runs for system integrity; for troubleshooting problems in gas and diesel engines as well as HVAC/R systems; and for accessing hidden model or serial numbers. Various diameters and lengths of camera-tipped probes feature adjustable lighting and are interchangeable between all 4 systems. Models DSC400 and DCS495 feature a wireless, detachable, high-resolution video screen and will data log still images and record up to 3 hours of video. Each system includes mirror, magnet and pick-up hook accessories.

Temperature:
The SeekerTM Infrared Thermometer (Model IRT207) is an easy to use non-contact handheld infrared thermometer useful for an abundance of energy saving and safety applications. It can detect heat loss around doors and windows, insulation, ductwork and other areas throughout homes and commercial buildings. It can also be used to determine unsafe hot spots or cold spots in industrial and commercial applications. This precision tool will also accurately sense temperature differentials in electrical fixtures to help locate and correct such hazards as overloaded circuit breakers or wiring It will measure temperatures from -4º to +604ºF with a distance-to-spot ratio of 8:1.

Humidity:
The Seeker Thermo-Hygrometer Pen (Model PTH8707) is a shirt-pocket size device designed to measure ambient climate conditions. Accurately measures temperature between 32º and 122º F, and relative humidity between 20% and 100%. Ideal for home, office and industrial IAQ measurements, HVAC/R applications, and special environment applications such as greenhouses.

Airflow:
The SeekerTM Digital Airflow Meter (Model DAF3010B) is a useful hand-held device that measures instantaneous, average and maximum wind speed as well as the wind-chill factor. It is ideal for measuring airflow efficiency in residential, commercial or industrial HVAC/R systems, and in duct and ventilation systems. Also suitable for outdoor ambient use. Displays in English and metric units and in both ºF and ºC.

Moisture:
The SeekerTM Digital Moisture Meter (Models MMD4E) is a pin type moisture meter designed to test the moisture content of wood, concrete, plaster, dry wall, flooring and other building materials. The meter features a measuring range of 5% to 50% in wood and 1.5% to 33% in building materials. Features a digital readout and an audible alarm.

Combustible Gases:
The SeekerTM Combustible Gas Detector Pen (Model PNG2000A) is an easy-to-operate combustible gas detector with both audible and visible alarms. The unit will detect gases such as LNG, LPG, Methane, and Butane, and can used to detect leaks in both appliances and piping. Can also be used as a catalytic combustion sensor. It offers various sounds and visual cues for different gas levels.

Lightning:
The SeekerTM Personal Lightning Detector (Model LD7) is a pocket-size unit ideal for all outdoor activities. Perfect for utility work, sports, law enforcement, relaxing on the beach or boating.  Device can be clipped or hung using the supplied carabiner clip. Detects atmospheric activity from as far as 40 mi away, and can determine proximity and direction of lightning storms.

"We are excited about the expansion of the General Tools & Instruments product lines," said Joe Ennis, President and CEO of General. "General Tools & Instruments is a product development company. Our recent acquisitions along with our consistent product announcements embody General's commitment of providing new and unique product offerings on a continual basis."

About General Tools & Instruments Company

Headquartered in New York City for more than 85 years, General Tools is the industry leader in specialty tools and instruments. Its recent acquisition of Mannix Instruments, a manufacturer of high-quality handheld electronic test and measurement equipment, has expanded General's product line to include over 2,000 precision tools and instruments. This vast array of products is widely used by consumers, contractors, woodworkers, hobbyists, electricians, plumbers and professionals in industrial maintenance, HVAC/R installation and inspection, occupational health & safety and home inspection.