Kurth Electronic KE7010 Network Cable Tester Continuity, Identification, Interruption (D701B)

Network cabling faults such as opens, shorts, crossed pairs, and split pairs are a leading cause of connectivity failures and intermittent performance issues. The Kurth Electronic KE7010 Network Cable Tester (D701B) provides a fast, reliable way to verify wiring integrity and identify cable runs without guesswork.

Who is it for

Network installers, IT technicians, and maintenance personnel who need to test RJ45 and RJ11/RJ12 cabling on site. The KE7010 is suitable for both structured cabling verification and troubleshooting existing installations.

Main features

• Tests RJ45 (UTP/STP) and RJ11/RJ12 cables for continuity, opens, shorts, crossed pairs, and split pairs.
• Wire map display with LED indicators for clear pass/fail status.
• Identification function with included remote unit (KE7010-R), expandable up to 8 remotes for multi-drop testing.
• Built-in tone generator for cable tracing with a compatible probe.
• Automatic test sequence for efficient operation.
• Robust ABS housing suitable for field use.

Specifications

• Product type: Network cable tester
• Supported connectors: 2x RJ45, 2x RJ11/RJ12
• Test functions: Wire map (open, short, crossed, split pairs), continuity, identification
• Display: LED indicators
• Power source: 1x 9V block battery (not included)
• Operating temperature: 0°C to +50°C
• Storage temperature: -10°C to +60°C
• Max cable length for wire map: 100 m
• Remote identifiers: 1x KE7010-R included, expandable up to 8
• Tone generator: Yes
• Housing material: Robust ABS plastic
• Included accessories: 1x remote unit KE7010-R, 2x RJ45 patch cables, 2x RJ11 patch cables, 1x carrying case

Tips

For multi-office installations, add extra remote identifiers (up to 8 total) to test multiple drops without walking back to the main unit. Use the tone generator with a standard inductive probe to trace cables through walls and patch panels.